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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
4
The Creswell Chronicle notes publisher George H Baxter says lack of support explains disinterest in baseball. The piece reflects on a man who avoided the world series and now faces public sympathy for his earlier indifference.
The editor argues two hundred country weekly editors better reflect Oregon public sentiment than three big city dailies. To gauge real views on any issue, readers should consult rural papers and their reporting.
A season ticket guarantee offers refunds if attendees feel unsatisfied at season end. A Dundee incident briefly describes a dog boarding an electric train en route to Newberg and then alighting to go shopping, noted as an unusual occurrence during a Democratic administration.
Secretary W. Al. Jones of the State Fair board backs a millage tax to maintain the fair and make grounds admission free. The writers doubt voter support, arguing existing tax burdens and further fractional increases would push limits. They say the public seeks a feasible plan to lower taxes.
Newberg express gratitude to Mrs. Lottie Hannon for bringing Daniel A. Poling to speak at the State W C T U Convention closing session last Friday night. Poling is described as a premier platform speaker, arriving already established, with locals paying nothing to hear him.
A column recalls Edison Day on October 21 marking Thomas Edison's incandescent lamp invention. It praises Mrs. Han non and Mrs. Duniway for oratory and suffrage efforts, notes a Civil War era flag at the post office, discusses corn seed selection, and previews Ralph Parlettes lecture University of Hard Knocks. It mentions attendance at Kienle's Store and wartime European sentiment shaping readers.
A Portland observer reports Ed Littlefield the brother of Dr. Harry Littlefield plans to run for Congress with National Prohibition on his banner. The informant notes Pat McArthur may support the opposite side and that some of Ed's previously hostile allies are shifting to back his bid.
A six number lyceum course is offered at Wood Mar Hall this season under college management. The campaign for season tickets is now under way with some former patrons hesitating about purchasing the full course. The price for a seat is set at two dollars.
The piece reflects on returning home after a break, noting uglier surroundings and a tighter budget, yet highlighting renewed enthusiasm for city life, work, and social pulse. It asserts the old town remains a strong anchor and vocation feels fitting, with vacation lingerings as reward.
The Coquille Sentinel says danger of the United States entering the European war is past. It credits President Wilson's approach to Germany with securing a victory by peaceful methods.
The speaker argues the U S must be a force for world peace not victory in war. Germany has paid reparations and halted attacks on merchant ships, and the U S will, after the conflict ends, serve as an impartial mediator to chart a path to lasting peace.
Lora Hopkins transfers to George Nancy B Pearson to Edward J Rietz Agnes Vaughan to John H LaVerne Simler to J Earl Martha Iona Ellis to George W Hatzen indicating a series of property or interest changes. The notices read like concise assignments among individuals.
The Nationals won the baseball World Series opener by four runs to one, seizing an early series lead.
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