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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1904
Page
9
Fishermen on Baker's Bay witness a sailing vessel beset by the Columbia bar storm. The ship battles towering waves as rain and wind lash the coast, then sinks near Sand Island. No relief possible for those aboard.
Villagers awaken to the aftermath of a fierce storm at Sand Island. They scout the beach for survivors and driftwood, learn another wreck lies buried in the sands, and discover an old man lashed to a spar holding a crying infant. The scene blends danger, rescue hopes, and coastal scavenging.
Veteran sea rover commands a stranded vessel against rival fishermen. Firearms hidden aboard are moved to the wreck as the old man and his sons defend the ship claiming salvage rights. Neighbors arrive and tensions rise as officials are threatened with a report.
Miss Nellie Holmes of Buffalo testifies that Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured years of suffering from menorrhagia and insomnia. Irene Crosby of Savannah adds that the remedy relieved irregularities and menstrual pains. The letters invite other women to write for free advice from Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn Massachusetts.
A Kansas City Journal item recalls a courtroom moment where the defendant pleads innocence while two witnesses claim otherwise. The exchange pivots on a boast about searching a man when he offered his word as payment for lodging.
A discussion notes the decline of antiquated jokes about ballet girls as the ballet loses prominence. It highlights real dynamics in chorus lines where family ties appear, including a 19 year old daughter in the front beauty row and mothers in chorus or related roles with leading men.
Mrs. Meeker dismisses faith cures via laying on of hands as ineffective while Mrs. Strongan claims success curing her son of the cigarette habit through the practice. The brief exchange highlights contrasting views on unconventional healing methods.
The article notes Cuban barbers lather customers with their hands from a chin fitting bowl, avoiding brushes. It also mentions mothers preferring Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a teething remedy for children.
A rural merchant praises a department store for its energy as clerks rush about. The proprietor replies with sarcasm noting they close at noon and still prepare to close for the day.
Dialogue notes a city peddler visiting a rural area three times weekly. Mrs Urban-How expresses enjoyment of country living and fresh produce while Mrs Annex comments on the visiting peddler.
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