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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1918
Page
8
A World War I era verse by C. W. Bradshaw dated November 15 1918 recalls marching to Berlin with the Allied forces. It praises Pershing and the American army while celebrating the fall of autocracy and liberation for Europe.
The Birmingham Age-Herald quotes a grocer remark about butter prices, noting that rising costs outpace the speaker's income and leave no fair substitutes. It reflects broader concerns over living costs and economic strain.
A wartime dialogue shows a private recalling plans for a bishop to preach at nine and a vaudeville star to dance at ten. Another private asks to be awakened at ten, illustrating daily life snippets amid military service.
A draft registration tale from the Indianapolis News notes misfires as registrants struggle to spell middle names. One man writes Issac not Isaac, another Grover C. stalls then copies the card’s spelling, and a Virgil middle name ends up Vergal.
An American machine gunner hidden near a French town fires on a German flyer as it crosses a field. The German drops all three bombs in the field and retreats, prompting the captain to note the impact of the shot.
A playful exchange ends with a belated apology as one man recalls his hasty remark about Germany and forgives the other. The moment shifts from jest to a sober retelling of the chat in a reflective mood.
A Louisville Courier Journal item quotes Congressman Wombat arguing over taxation on gowns powder feathers and silk hosiery. He questions whether women will see this as male crafted law and invites further public reaction.
A man just past forty explains his exemption claim by saying he is willing to fight the Hun but fears he cannot run fast enough to catch up to the retreating Bocie. This odd defense highlights wartime fears and humor in a local report.
A prudent citizen tells a confident counterpart that he owes his country more than words, pledging that all his credit will stand for Liberty bonds as a symbol of duty and patriotism.
A wartime public message uses a question about saving for a rainy day to promote Liberty bonds as protection against worse possibilities than a rainstorm. The exchange frames savings as security and national risk mitigation.
A teacher asks what the war teaches. A bright boy replies the lesson is learning to pronounce many French town names.
A brisk exchange hints at growing Champagne demand in France with a wry remark on earnings and a nod to Mumm as a discreet topic of conversation. The dialogue suggests market momentum but cautious optimism surrounding Champagne brands.
Lost item listed with initials G A R. finder asked to leave at Graphic office. The ad also notes for sale a Jersey cow coming fresh in March by P D Healy of R 3 11 pd LOANS low rates on mortgages bought by Attorney B A Kirks of McMinnville. Nash's Second Hand Store advertises bargains at 304 First St. For rent nine acres west of Newberg with a house barn and fruit. contact Jas Hamnett at Blue 101.
A compilation of farm and household ads from Newberg and surrounding areas. Items include full blood Golden Compine cockerels at 3 dollars each, rewards for coyote scalps, sale of prune trees and plants, and real estate offers near Newberg with spring water, plus a seven year old black mare and buggy for sale. Listings mention Andrew Kersey and H. C. Baker among others.
City Marshal reminds riders to ensure bicycles are properly lighted and to observe both State and City laws when operating bicycles motorcycles autos or horse drawn vehicles.
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