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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1911
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic edited by H Woodward notes Jupiter Previous defeats all the fire wardens of the timbered Northwest districts, finishing the contest. The item appears in the weekly Thursday edition from Newberg Oregon with annual advance rate of $1.50.
The Graphic notes a letter from Mrs W H Whitten written in Philadelphia which is scheduled to appear in the newspaper next week.
The piece argues a premier road through the state will spur demand for similarly high quality routes elsewhere. It predicts a statewide benefit as many sections push for better infrastructure.
A light week of rain prompts local notes on improving air as Fall weather may follow. Residents hope the moisture clears dust and smoke, with optimism voiced about Oregon’s climate and regional conditions.
A reader requests coverage of people borrowing books and not returning them. The piece urges collectors to gather up nonowned volumes and return them to owners with apologies for negligence and a pledge to avoid repeating the fault.
A Louisville wholesale liquor dealer attributed his business failure to local option laws in Kentucky and neighboring states. He said the laws raised costs and reduced demand, conflicting with the common claim that dry areas drink less than licensed saloons during campaigns against the saloon trade.
The Amity Times suggests that reform groups unfairly denounce capitalism and corporations. It argues labor needs capital to earn wages and capital needs labor to create value, urging cooperation over class antagonism. It warns against belligerent labor leaders who blame capital as the sole enemy.
After rumors of a demise the State Editorial Association announces a three day meeting September 21 22 23 at the Commercial Club headquarters in Portland. Secretary Will A Shewman urges all Oregon newspaper men to attend and share knowledge for the benefit of others.
Fargo Forum reports North Dakota plans under a new law to assess voters on political preferences. Assessors will note opinions on two primaries and a general election, prompting questions about political alignment. The piece contrasts North Dakota with Oregon and hints at a lighter workload for Waterbury after seven years.
Last Friday evening the YWCA and YMCA of Pacific College hosted a social in the college gymnasium. Nearly a hundred attendees joined games and conversation with light refreshments. President Pennington urged full preparation for useful lives and the value of securing a college education.
The W C T U will meet at the home of Mrs. Frank Lafond on Wednesday September 13. Members are requested to be present and friends are cordially invited.
Walnut Grange in Dundee reports several new members after the last meeting held on the fourth Saturday in August. An October Harvest Festival is planned with members asked to bring samples of their best farm products for exhibition. An open meeting invites all farmers to attend for a program and sharing of farming methods and opinions.
A reader defends state prohibition arguing it protects life liberty and happiness. Citing the Declaration of Independence and Supreme Court rulings, the letter asserts prohibiting liquor serves public health morals and safety and refutes claims of individual rights to an unregulated liquor trade.
In a moral appeal K C Russell argues slavery ended in 1864, calling for a national and state push to end liquor traffic which he says enslaves more people now. He notes existing laws do not prohibit these crimes and frames liquor reform as a grand future achievement.
A humorous verse laments modern fashion trends favoring artificial hair and extravagant hats. It calls for a return to natural, sensible beauty with maidens dressed as in the past, praising curves formed by nature over store bought styling.
When tired the body cannot digest properly and the stomach glands fail to form gastric juice. Saliva diminishes and the digestive system cannot work efficiently. Rest before eating and if faint, drink hot water or diluted fruit juice for relief.
A Nagasaki manufacturer makes a rocket that the explosion releases a birdlike gliding motion. The phenomenon is claimed to hinge on a secret kept by the eldest child of the family for more than four centuries.
An old German man with his son discusses drunkenness during a Sunday chat in a tavern. He warns of intemperance and uses a riddle about men in a corner to illustrate intoxication. The son doubts the meaning, noting only one man in that corner.
Fragmentary note describes a dispute over a large reward for a yapping dog. The speaker insists the dog’s owner is dead and claims responsibility. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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