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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1910
Page
4
The issue highlights delays by election boards and critiques the police detective force for not locating the perpetrators who destroyed the Los Angeles Times plant. It notes high class lyceum talent and proceeds from surplus funds to seating the new college auditorium. It also comments on advertising value and a pigs for sale notice missing an owner’s name.
The article warns election boards to secure life insurance and dispose of worldly effects by will. It notes the state ticket will be ten feet long with the county ticket added and remarks that readers will not stay up to hear results.
The Willamette Valley returns to its roots with home grown apples heading to market. The soil climate and horticultural methods are cited as the key factors in renewing fame for the region's big red apples.
The Liquor Dealers' Association tallies influence behind the Oregon Home Rule drive. It funds the campaign quietly this year, but opponents vow to vote against any proposition supported by the association.
A Yamhill County editorial warns that liquor dealers fund the Oregon Home Rule Association to strip town voters of licensed saloon decisions. It urges readers to vote no on Constitutional Amendment 328-329, restoring town licensing power to prohibit or regulate intoxicating liquors.
The Octavia Daily News argues Pacific Coast apple crops are not as robust as claimed and notes most boxes supply the coast and mountain regions. A Salem conference discusses ballot wording removing "white male" from Oregon amendments to broaden suffrage, provoking editorial concern over changes. The Remonstrance weighs the risk of legal challenges and voter reaction.
A controversy in Oregon centers on a proposed suffrage amendment. Originators wanted taxpaying women to vote only, calling it the one step at a time policy. Critics allege a private 18 day change expanded the amendment to grant full voting rights to all women.
A European tourist reports drums used by local tribes for ceremonies and long distance communication in German Africa. He recalls a caravan pause when signals from drum rhythms announced the birth of a boy in a nearby village.
The poet recounts to James Knowles how he faced the Laureateship offered through Prince Albert after a dream of a kiss from him. He contemplates the offer all day, then finally decides after his dinner and a port, choosing to accept the position.
The Ewood on a northern fish cruise anchored near an immense iceberg off Hoonia. Ice broke onto the schooner, lifting it from the sea as the ice shifted, then the vessel slid along a crevice and rocketed back into the ocean. After a perilous sequence the ship righted and returned to calm.
A Vermont judge at a commercial travelers banquet says Yankees are commercial but not as much as the South claims. A guide recalls Washington receiving his first commission and poses a quip about what cent commission it was, highlighting playful regional pride.
The first daily newspaper began as a manuscript letter sent from London to the provinces and was forwarded daily by sal aried correspondents. By 1680 libel law labeled newspaper publications as illegal and tending to provoke breach of the peace per Judge Scroggs.
In a duel both combatants fired with no effect, and a second proposed shaking hands. The other second called it unnecessary, noting the duelists had been shaking hands for half an hour already.
Mrs Knagger recalls a time of ardent affection in a light town column. The brief feature reflects playful reminiscence between neighbors or local couple and community chatter. No further details provided.
An old gentleman extols politeness with the line that it always pays. His son concedes sometimes politeness costs comfort, noting he lost a seat on a crowded train tonight because of courteous behavior.
Prof W J Reagan will preach at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning in the pastor's absence. There will be no evening service.
The upcoming feature outlines King David's Boarding House as the next focus, detailing location, scope, and anticipated highlights for readers.
Sabbath services begin at 11 a.m. at the M E church with the evening theme How Man Determines His Destiny and a vocal solo by Miss Rhea Hunt. New glass arrives restoring damaged windows and easing fears of cold. Friends church observes Sunday October 16 as rally day with Sunday school exercises a community dinner and short talks on church work inviting all.
The Civic Improvement Association held a meeting Friday, electing new officers and adopting new measures. Members are urged to attend the next session where important issues will be raised.
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