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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1916
Page
2
The November 9 1916 Newberg Graphic notes a shift in national mood as the East supposedly sits up while the West vows to preserve credit. It mentions William Allen White and a second writing on Kan.
A reflective note praises living in Oregon and belonging to the western region, highlighting local identity and regional ties. It preserves a casual, opinionated tone without specific events or figures.
The remark argues avoiding a renewed deadlock like the Hayes Tilden stalemate of 1876, claiming the prediction offers the best path to ending protracted partisan fighting.
The quote mocks the prospect of another Woodrow term while labeling Marshall as lightweight for the post though called a Hoosier. It reflects editorial tone casting doubt on Marshall’s suitability and projecting a wary view of political contenders.
Scan of election returns suggests a substantial swing toward Wilson in many Southern states. Early returns point to a likely nationwide trend favoring his candidacy, with analysts noting mounting support across key regions.
Hawley Sinnott and McArthur will continue to represent Sgro in Congress. Democrats relied on Hawley before the votes, and he remains strong with the voters.
The phrase If you want war vote for Hughes if you want peace elect Wilson appears to have stirred first voters, especially women, during the campaign.
In Yamhill County Hughes defeats Wilson 3968 to 3311, preserving Oregon against the Southward trend. Single tax falls, brewers' measure loses, bone dry passes, Pendleton normal loses. Republicans capture nearly all offices except county recorder won by H. S. Maloney, Independent Democrat.
While watching returns in Portland Tuesday night, a man in a group predicted a nationwide dry era within five years. The others echoed the view though claimed to be neutral, remarking politicians would soon align with the dry forces as fate shifts.
The report notes a landslide win across South Dakota Nebraska Montana and Michigan with Missouri possibly joining. Details on candidates or margins are not provided in the fragment.
The piece notes dry states in the union, a defeated Brewers amendment in Oregon, and predicts gains for the Republicans as insiders fund campaigns. It highlights J. L. Hoskins who voted for Lincoln at 18 and has voted Republican in every presidential race since. His early voting stemmed from serving in the 1864 army ballot, framed as a commendable start to a long voting record.
The Youths Companion notes over three million autos in the United States with more than half a million built this year. The article explains how rapid private transport reshapes business, commerce, and daily life, from urgent medical access to economic shifts and personal mobility.
Ed Feary spent Thursday and Friday in Portland. Vivian Hadley traveled to Eugene Saturday to see the Oregon Washington football game. F P Clark and Mr and Mrs Willis Clark were among watchers for election returns at the University Club in Portland Tuesday evening. Rev Elizabeth Palmer expected back this week to resume pastoral work in Rainier and Chehalem Center. Mrs Ernest Heater made a flying trip to Carlton Monday returning Tuesday with her daughter Fern. Frank E Hobson spent the first of the week at home then returned to Carlton Tuesday after voting in Springbrook. Mr and Mrs Frank Thornton of California were in Springbrook Monday. Mrs Thornton is sister of the late Mrs Alvan Griggs. Word from Mrs L M Carey and Clyde that they have settled in Whittier California for the winter after a spell in Indiana. Mr Carey to spend a couple of months with them at Whittier. Miss Blanch Bisley of Sherwood was guest of her sister Mrs A G Jones Tuesday and Wednesday. The Ladies Bazarr to be held in December will occur November 24 and 25. Wm Lemon of Centralia Washington has been visiting his parents here. Mrs L E Lewis was in Salem Monday for a meeting of the Oregon Yearly Meeting of Friends.
Moorhead Minn breeder E C Schroeder's Holstein queen Pierre Mercedes sets junior four year old world records with 30 230.2 lbs milk and 1111.56 lbs fat translating to 1389.46 lbs butter and an average fat test of 3.68 percent. She also holds the overall world record for combined milk and butter and has multiple 7 and 30 day and 365 day marks across divisions.
The Observer notes a dormant SP electrification plan near Dallas and urges action. A Dallas shippers committee will interview Portland SP officials to seek better electric train service, proposing a Dallas to MacMinnville to Portland schedule with a midday layover in Mac.
The note suggests a substantial improvement over the current three hour trip with two changes at Gerlinger and White son, highlighting the convenience of a cleaner connection and faster travel.
A remark on Sei Shonagon’s Mgakura no Zoshi shows tenth century social irritants echo modern ones. Passages list interrupters, loud babies or barking dogs, boastful listeners, and unwelcome visitors, with advice on handling each annoyance.
In a London Answers note a smitten girl defends Bo against Herbert. Her father has spoken seriously, and Bo vows not to recognize Herbert if he intrudes, a threat echoed by his own mother.
South India is noted for its famous small trotting bullocks or gainis. Some remain as small as a large dog even when grown, and they are widely used to pull light carts.
A quoted admonition emphasizes not forcing attention with a button or hand signal and advises restraint when others refuse to listen. The text presents a maxim attributed to Cheaterfield about choosing silence over confrontational attempts to be heard.
Bartholomew Columbus, brother of the famous explorer, introduces the Mapa Tithingi in the year 1489 marking a notable cartographic or navigational contribution.
The text explains two tree mounting methods: one where a climber ascends the trunk by pressing against it and using arm tension, and a second, safer method using a cord loop around the feet to keep them together while the climber grips the trunk and rises in a sequence of jumps.
A historic note recalls an iron railing around Washington capitol grounds and an appropriation for a watchman to lock and unlock the gates nightly. Despite the railing’s removal, the gates remained on schedule for years, with the watchman continuing to perform his duties and collect salary.
Papermaking in Japan began early in the history with wood and fiber fibers. It is believed to have been introduced from Korea around 610 AD during Empress Suiko's reign. A second fragment mentions a child and domestic scenes but is unrelated to papermaking.
A Baltimore American cartoonish remark mocks a theater manager noting his tendency to see a cast in every role. The quip highlights the manager’s perceived bias and control over productions.
The observation notes that typhoid fever rates in India vary with fly abundance, suggesting a regular relationship. The text warns that suspicion alone is often unhelpful.
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