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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1915
Page
4
A reader mails a copy of the Appeal to Reason with a request that the recipient read every word of the paper aloud or study its contents carefully, reflecting the era’s interest in radical press.
A light exchange notes that Bryan is glad the Colonel is not president while the Colonel is glad Bryan is not secretary of state. The general sentiment suggests people have something to be thankful for.
Fort Scott reports six inches of rain on Tuesday causing the Marmaton River to rise thirty feet within hours. Weather observers note unusually heavy downpour and rapid river surge affecting local areas.
The speaker notes the state will shut saloons by year end. When older records are reviewed, he imposes jail sentences and fines to keep them jailed until a new law ends saloon operation.
The issue features Geraldine Rundell's prize winning short story a Scotch Uollie dog awarded to the author aged thirteen. The piece notes her unusual talent for her age and presents the public encouragement. It also recounts Labor Day travel of C C Chapman editor of the Oregon Water, exposed to sun while driving home to Newberg.
The Sherwood News-Sheet acquired the press and office staff from the defunct Journal at a sheriff’s sale. The paper has expanded to a five column folio and appeals to loyal readers to support the publisher.
The nation’s railroads total over 280000 miles and could loop the globe eleven times, touching every industry reliant on transport. In Portland a large suffrage delegation pressed Congressman Pat McArthur, who surrendered without condition.
The remark notes the congressman would vote for woman suffrage if opposed not, citing a 17 000 majority in Multnomah County. It contrasts this with alleged stance on National Prohibition where he reportedly would not vote yes, despite Oregon voters supporting prohibition, raising questions of consistency and district fairness. The text also includes general congratulatory lines for a wedding.
Dundee residents host visitors from Tillamook McMinnville and Bloomington Illinois. A significant local wedding unites Bessie Leslie and F W Meyer at Tillamook with a ceremony at the Christian church parsonage. The town boasts lively hospitality and long standing friendships across Dundee Cassie Ridge Nehalem and Classic Ridge.
Betty falls near a canyon bank and is found by her search party with the help of a faithful dog. The dog noses the way to her location while Robert and parents pursue the signal lanterns. Betty is rescued from a blackberry thicket and reunites with her grateful family. the story highlights the dog’s intelligence and the community effort.
A man reflects on a grueling day and expresses gratitude that the woman would not consent to part with the dog, highlighting a tense moment over a pet.
John Michelbook reports 50 bushels wheat per acre and 60 bushels oats on his three mile northwest farm. Mrs Frances L Heath visits McMinnville today at Miss Ella Hendrick's home from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Heath plans to sail for the Philippines from San Francisco next week. Capt Heath cannot visit on this trip. Mr and Mrs F M York, former Carlton residents now in Corvallis College Hill, have left after 39 years in the county. York retains 100 acres near Carlton to be farmed by their son Lloyd.
Ladies are asked to donate clothing or articles for the Autumn Eye Auxiliary sale to be held on September 23 24 and 25. Bring donations to the place of sale on Wednesday afternoon September 22. Details to follow from the committee.
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