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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1918
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic is published every Thursday morning. The entry lists Graphic Building at 0 First Street and Jones Office at White 83 Residence at Black7, noting postal service details and second class matter status in Newberg Oregon.
A November 28 1918 notice invites readers to buy a lyceum season ticket at two dollars per year in advance. It encourages purchasing early and suggests patrons consider a worthy boy or girl who cannot attend a thoughtful gift for a student, noting it would be money well spent.
The text notes wartime aims for universal peace and critiques proponents seeking compulsory universal military training. It questions whether such measures will succeed and reflects heated public debate.
The Graphic seeks a complete list of all soldiers from the section believing readers want a roster. Mrs Marie K Evans will compile the list and welcomes assistance to ensure it is complete.
The passage notes a proposal to locate returning soldiers on lands that have been logged off. It notes Oregon and Washington youths may react strongly, understanding the long lasting impact of two hundred year old fir stumps and the permanence of such logging.
H G Guild long tied to the Sheridan Sun and Populist writings has moved his operation to Hillsboro from Toledo in Lincoln county where he previously published. His son Harry Guild, who worked with him, died recently in Toledo. Guild has endured multiple Oregon newspaper ventures over the years.
War Department rules permit returning soldiers to wear the regulation uniform for three months after arrival home. It is not thought civilian suits can be provided for so many men at once. Most will shed the khaki as soon as possible when they return home. Active private pursuits make uniform wear undesirable for many.
The Graphic credits Manager Matthews of Valley Canning Co. Will Saunders and two strong men who rushed from the Newberg Restaurant to help extinguish a stove fire in the front office. A puff from the stove ignited wallpaper but rapid response prevented a major blaze.
A column argues free speech is misapplied allowing disloyal street protest while praising temperate government criticism. It condemns persistent anti country rhetoric and harshly suggests punishment for those deemed undesirable, advocating removal from the country if needed.
The War Department announced it will soon advertise for hides to support the large stock of equipment assembled in Oregon and Washington for spruce lumber production for airplanes. This signals the start of postwar measures once peace is firmly established.
After the Civil War the sale of war goods like clothing muskets horses and traps soared and for years the army horse bearing the U S brand remained common on farms. Many youths turned muskets into shotguns and the blue army overcoat stayed in use well past a quarter century.
The Spokesman Review lauds Lincoln as unmatched in brevity clarity and force among presidents and great writers. It credits constant study of the Bible and Shakespeare for his mastery and asks how a rail splitter rose to literary classic status.
A mother reflects on her soldier son returning home. She rejects public praise and medals, valuing quiet family moments and the lived price of his departure over pomp. The poem centers on a mother’s personal sacrifice and the simple joy of reunion.
Griffith presents The Great Love a grand photoplay about England wartime aid by the leisured classes with Queen Alexandra and notable figures seen in convalescent hospitals. Stars include Henry Walthall Lilian Gish and Robert Harron as battles unfold amid dramatic scenes and Allied sacrifice.
A WWI era letter feature discusses light wine and beer from France influencing soldiers after service. It cites Joe Nelson of Newberg and E Peterquin of Beaverton arguing wine and beer temptations, foot-pressed grapes, and links to German brutality while urging readers to consider the danger to prohibition efforts.
The Charlotte Observer notes sorghum making under the nickname cane shup, saying home made sweetening could set a record this season. The piece highlights independence from imported sugar as farmers expect strong sorghum yields and ready demand in town.
Charlotte Anderson transfers to Faust Palmer and wife 163 acres. Wm Dodson lists ten properties at ten dollars. Wm A Baker and wife to Roy Ferrell and wife 10.005 acres. James R Bean deed 3ar3 for ten dollars. J D Barber and wife to Ladd and Bush 30 acres. Bettman to Nela P Anderson and wife 0 acres for 1000 dollars. W J Bowen to Lewis H Bowen 80 acres. W J Bowen and wife to Joe Austin Bowen 80 acres. Broadmead Farm Co to Mattie M Barnes 9.95 acres for 1492.60. C H Christenson and wife to A H Black and wife 60 acres. Anna C Christopherson to 8
Linen shop advertises all pure linen table linens with emphasis on early purchase. Damask linen is scarce, and buyers are urged to act soon to secure stock.
Short classified style note urging readers to buy shoes at Baird's with a casual sales pitch and call to action. It emphasizes value and affordability to attract customers.
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