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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1915
Page
4
News notes the autumn weather and local events as Newberg residents discuss rain needs for farming. A public lecture titled The University of Hard Knocks by Parlette is announced for Wood-Mar Hall Friday night amid conversations on war, sea and the fate of Africa as the world grows tense.
A letter in the Graphic notes Congressman Hawley of the district will be in Newberg all day Friday to meet residents and discuss issues except post office appointments due to scheduling constraints.
The Telephone Register nearly broke its spell due to a nervous shock from a delegation of Newberg men before the Guarty court. The county road through the Indian country and Rex hill on the western main road to the Tillamook beaches drew praise for anticipated expenditure, as travelers rely on a good pass.
A delegation from Newberg urged the county court to fund road work in the area. Carlton neighbors pressed for attention to many local routes and the court urged residents to unite and decide which main highways to prioritize.
A clipping from the Aurora Observer praises the value of a county agriculturist, citing clover introduction and drainage improvement as progress. It blasts the Willamette Valley’s soil potential and urges Marion county to retain the agronomist, asking residents to write the county court for continued support next year and beyond, naming L. J. Chapin specifically.
Sunday visits fill the week with families gathering for meals and social time. A new house is under construction on the M. W. Patt farm, planned to house Barnes and Patton in a joint dairying venture with Patton handling seeds and sheltering cows.
The Lyceum course in Newberg benefits from support for speaker Parlette as the writer offers pointers after tending business. Gratitude is expressed to locals who bought section tickets aiding the course during financially tight times.
It notes a push to secure funds and seats for a lyceum course in Newberg. The appeal highlights a hot pull due to shortages and urges further support to ensure a wholesome entertainment program without financial loss to contributors.
Visitors this week included Mr and Mrs Paul Campbell of Georgetown Illinois Miss Neil Reuter Idaho and Miss Honck Kansas City Missouri. A hospital operation followed a local visit and a 36th wedding anniversary and 25th anniversary were celebrated with a reception attended by about 100.
A long list of property deeds records transfers to multiple buyers including Wm J Bullies, Joseph F Stephens, Jacob Wickser, and Western Bond Mortgage Co, with parcels in Sherman, Newberg, and Grand Ronde areas plus a 1915 Youth's Companion subscription appeal urging readers to subscribe for 1916 benefits and free issues with a $2.00 payment. The notice mentions numerous tracts, percentages, and dollars, and ends with a subscription pitch highlighting reading value for families and contributors.
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