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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1920
Page
8
Scientific American notes the Hood uses 45 caliber long guns heavier than Queen Elizabeth’s 42 calibers. Each gun weighs about 100 tons and fires a 1950 pound shell at 2800 ft/s. Elevation reaches 30 degrees for 38000 yard range, with loading gear enabling an eight-gun salvo every 35 seconds.
An optical illusion explains why eyes in portraits appear to follow a viewer. Portraits are painted with eyes directed toward the front, placing the pupil at the center and equal white space on both sides so the gaze seems fixed regardless of where one stands.
The piece notes how mesquite, or chaparral, in Western Texas forms tall scrub by the road and provides habitat for the road runner. It describes the bird’s speed, able to outrun horses on open ground, and mentions other species inhabiting the chaparral.
A puzzled customer waits for his shoes in a repair shop. He notes the apparent femininity and self-respect of the young woman at the counter while watching her handle worn shoes. The shoes are moved along to a trainee and then to another area as she directs.
Elderly man seeks ground floor rooms for light housekeeping or a room on ground floor with board. Also note: late model 1920 Chevrolet for sale $700. two power drag saws for contracting wood. bake sale at Creed's market Saturday morning. discount on nearly new Fords. Aderson Motor Co offering terms.
Local ads promote buying a new bat and discounted millinery. Items for sale include an Indian bicycle with new tires, a Winona wagon, and a cow trade option. The ad also lists subscription services for Ladies Home Journal and Saturday Evening Post with delivery assurance and a furniture repair service at 207 First Street with contact numbers.
By order of the Multnomah Circuit Court the guardian Roscoe B. Farr will sell Bertha Farr’s real property in private sale after December 15 1920. Described is Lots 4 and 5 Block 5 Newberg Yamhill County and a 2.41 acre tract in Township 3S Range 2W Willamette Meridian. Cash or 25 percent down with mortgage balance at 6 percent. Public notice dated November 11 1920 with last issue December 9.
For Sale New Ford car and Thanksgiving geese offered by Archie Bowman and a separate Walnut berry prune and cherry orchard listing with 30 acres near Springbrook and 24 miles from Portland. The property includes 11 percent bearing prunes 1 percent apples and multiple crops plus houses and buildings near Newberg with contact W H Dean Newberg phone 10062.
Advertisement notes a sales position seeking an experienced woman to sell goods. Includes contact at A Graphic office, asks to pay 2 percent commission, lists property for sale by owner with 2 acres 7 room house barn organ, and a phone number. Also mentions a pool room opened at 501 First Street opposite Hollingsworth Furniture with drinks confections cigars. Signed Harry Wilson.
Subscribers missing daily or Sunday papers may obtain a free replacement by calling Graham's Drug Store next to the post office. The note clarifies Graham acts only as a sub agent and not responsible for carrier errors, signed by agent C. P. Phel ley.
Notice to legal voters of school district No. 29 Yamhill county Oregon that an election will be held at the grade building on November 27 1920 at 2 PM to vote on increasing the district tax levy for 1920 by more than six percent over the prior year. The increase funds a higher cost of operating and attendance. Dated November 3 1920. Attest W W Nelson District Clerk Vv A Vincent Chairman Board of Directors. 6-8
Beeman Garden Tractor nearly new with plow cultivator barrow and belt pulley offered for 300 to a buyer with trade options including team harness wagon implements or cattle. 4 hp belt driven, valued for stationary use. Contact H M Washbond Spaulding's office or Red 1522 evenings.
Enos Dilis announces three weekly round trips linking Newberg with Tillamook and Way Points. Depart Newberg Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays, return on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays, with Pacific City stops for passenger pickups. Fare four dollars each way.
A brief notice records that entries were taken by W Mason on VOC 460 day. The fragment notes registration activity and a specific date or code associated with the event.
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