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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1897
Page
2
The Neberg Graphic weekly issue is released each Friday morning under editors E H Woopwarp and Borror Prowisien. The publication carries standard post office classification as a second class matter in Newberg Oregon.
Two weeks ago directors feared rain would ruin the event but after clearer weather they announce a three day fair starting October 13. The group notes past losses from bad weather and asks the public to spread the word and assist in making this year’s meeting a success.
A remark suggests that a man with half the gold destined for the Klondyke would face little concern about future reserves and what is forthcoming. The note hints at ample wealth projecting into the Klondyke rush and its impact on risk.
A brief note reports multiple wrecks striking Bryan, one in Florida, another in Kansas, followed by a major wreck last November. The text hints at ongoing trouble centered on Billy and a difficult period for him.
The New York Herald reports 26000 more skilled laborers are employed now than at the same time last year. Mc Kinley is shown with his hand on the throttle at the time of printing.
The Globe-Democrat argues against the claim that prosperity cannot come under the gold standard and insists that such a mistake warrants humane treatment rather than silence.
The value of Ohio’s agricultural products for this year exceeds last year by 39 million dollars, with some states surpassing this gain. The report marks a strong start in the new era of prosperity for farmers.
An exchange notes that Popocrat this year defines a man who explains what he thought he meant a year ago. It adds that this kind of job is uphill and very trying on the nerves.
The United States Weather Bureau plans wind photography but notes poor conditions in the Willamette valley except when Hofer and Brother Barkley are on the campaign trail.
Hon T T Geer of Marion county declines the register post and Hon Chas TB Moores of Salem is tendered the place. No man in Oregon is better qualified to fill this office than Mr Moores.
The Oregon City Herald, mouthpiece for Clackamas county’s pop party, declares populism has no pie counter and notes the paper’s twenty four columns of delinquent tax notices may keep it busy until winter rains arrive.
The report says Honduras may hand over administration of public affairs to a syndicate of American businessmen. A Yankee trust would run the nation, enabling adherence to the gold standard and reducing revolutions.
Star Pointer and Jo Patchen led a thrilling pace at Indianapolis with 45 000 spectators watching. Star Pointer won the third heat in a remarkable 2 01 to break the record on a track praised as the finest in the world.
The Graphic and O. C. Emery agree to resolve any personal disputes privately, aiming to provide readers with more substantial weekly content. The papers will avoid airing personal matters in public columns while continuing to strive for quality reporting.
The paper recalls a two week old report about an agreement involving a post office candidate and Mr. Emory aimed at securing Fen Mitchell's influence. An informant and a candidate apparently misunderstood each other, leading to confusion over who had the agreement. The candidate believed a second candidate had such an agreement with Mr. Emery.
The article notes Secretary of Agriculture Wilson arranging to introduce the camphor tree in gulf states as a remedy for critics of the gold standard. It mentions winter conditions on the Skaguay trail with a foot and a half of snow and six hundred dead horses along the trail, suggesting miners may cut frozen horse meat in winter quarters.
The Milton Eagle urges parental responsibility warning that neglectful treatment of boys leads to tramps and loafers. It contrasts treating a boy with the care given to a bull pup and cites political debate on silver and wheat, noting recent prosperity challenges and Populist critics.
The Toledo Blade notes Altgeld's Philadelphia speech signals a shift away from free silver toward criticizing corporate monopoly. It argues Altgeld leads the Popocrat movement, directing attacks at monopoly and influencing workingmen, while warning the masses may take time to abandon the silver issue.
The article recounts Alaska's transition from a military district to a governed territory with a governor and civil officers. It notes past isolation, the 1884 governor's salary, and the shift as population grows and legal structures near, with law guidance previously from Oregon and rising inland trade routes and settlements.
The Globe Democrat notes Alaska’s unmapped status and urges annual exploration, selling and settling lands, and a liberal government. It advocates a territorial delegate, safeguards against monopolists, and action by Congress as Alaska emerges from waiting.
A compilation of scattered items notes albatross ship encounters, Ottoman origins, city budgets, and sparsely populated Nevada. It cites London and Varif expenses, lists Idaho population density, and mentions paper making, mining in Britain, and bankruptcy rules for peers. It also covers butter production near St Albans, Japanese theater costumes, Bermunda onion exports, and frontier smuggling. The piece ends with Oregon City printing news from Dawson City and a printer’s misadventure.
Local columns blend medicine ads for De Witt’s Wite Hazel Salve and Wilbur’s Blood Purifier with a note on Revolutionary War widows pensions and a curious plan to move criminals by express in steel cages. Also reported are Oregon broom material, a boy shot accident, and Mart M. High’s new job as county poor farm supervisor.
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