Delegates Debate Water Power Split Across Camps
On the conference’s opening day, delegates split into two distinct camps over water power policy, with key figures seeking divergent approaches. Rifts emerged as debates continued, outlining sharp contrasts in strategy and aims.
Public Domain Debate Divides Water Power Conference
At a Portland water power conference delegates split into pro and anti federal control camps over the Ferris bill. Gov William Spry chaired the dissenting group while the opposition pressed for state title to lands. Merrill argued for leasing over private ownership and stressed stable capital for development. Continued on page 8.
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Portland
Cisde C. Dawson
William Spry
Utah
Resolutions Committee
Henry 8. Graves
United Sates Forest Service
C. C. Merrit
Forest Service
Merrill
West
Department of Agriculture
Drowning Tragedy Reported At Elk Lake State Fair
Two men Bruce Bryan and Charles Madison drowned at Elk Lake during the state fair amid war news and budget notes. The issue also notes water power talks, a coal mine topic, and various regional items including a bridge project, school and civic events, and labor actions.
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Bruce Bryan
Charles Madison
Elk Lake
Ragland
Dumba
Rockefeller
Archibald the Reporter Garners Letters from German Ambassadors
London reports that James F. J. Archibald, the American correspondent, possessed four Austrian and German papers with 17 publicly released and 17 deemed not suitable for publication. Letters from Count Bernstorff and Count von Hemstorff praise or note Archibald’s journalistic aims, while references to Von Papen and German officials discuss his upcoming activities and the broader war-related discourse.
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London
James F. J. Archibald
Falmouth
New York
Rotterdam
Count Bernstorff
United States
Archibald
Germany
Count von Hemstorff
Austria
Captain von Papen
Washington
Berlin
German
British budget proposed to fund war effort in history
London reports Reginald McKenna unveils a drastic third budget since hostilities began. It boosts incomes tax to 49 percent, imposes new duties on autos, clocks, instruments, hats, and media goods, raises telegram and mail costs, and widens tax reach on the wealthy while maintaining spirits and beer taxes. General debate to follow as the country faces fresh war financing.
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London
Reginald McKenna
Dad Lloyd
McKenna
Royal Commission
Britain Faces Unprecedented War Burdens in Budget
London reports Chancellor McKenna announcing in his budget speech that revenue for the year will reach 272 million pounds while expenditure climbs to 1.59 billion pounds. He warns debt will total about 2.2 billion pounds and urges Parliament to sanction severe new taxes, noting war’s strain on resources.
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London
Imald McKenna
House of Commons
Tam
McKenna
Initial Steps Taken to Boost Rural Credits
At the Panama Pacfic exposition in San Francisco on September 21 a mass meeting explored forming a national organization to secure rural credits for U S farmers. Delegates from the irrigation and drainage congress attended and Myron T Herrick of Ohio was suggested as head of the proposed association. A four member committee will discuss organizing details to place the farmer as the main beneficiary.
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San Francisco
Cal
United States
International Irrigation Congress
National Drainage Congress
Myron T. Herrick
Ohio
France
Wealthy widow adopts young Baptist minister in Ashland
Ashland Oregon September 21 Reverend Arthur R Blackstone pastor of the Baptist church is adopted by wealthy widow Mrs Aurelia Ferguson making him her heir His estate is valued at 190000 dollars or more He keeps the surname Blackstone A young married minister who came from Central New York announced the adoption from his pulpit to forestall criticism.
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Ashland
Ore
Arthur R. Blackstone
Baptist Church
Aurelia Ferguson
Blackstone
New York
Hesperian Torpedo Report Not Confirmed Yet
Washington reports indicate no evidence to confirm rumors the Hesperian was torpedoed. Secretary Daniels said no torpedo report had been received from the naval attache after examination of fragments found aboard the liner. Officials from the navy and other departments lean toward the Berlin view that the Hesperian struck a mine.
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Washington
Daniels
Naval Attache
Navy
Berlin
Maine
Weather Forecast for Ween NEON Sept 7
Forecast for the week from tomorrow calls for generally fair weather in the Rocky Mountain and plateau regions with normal temperatures. Showers are probable in the middle of the week in the northern Rocky Mountain area. Pacific states should see fall conditions with occasional showers along the north coast. A separate bulletin from the International Institute of Agriculture notes cereals this year exceed the five year average in the northern hemisphere.
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Seau
Rocky Mountain
Plateau
Pacific States
Wid
Paris
International Institute of Agriculture
Encircling Movement Against Russian Army
London reports intense encircling movement as Russian forces retreat with poor rail communication. Hindenburg’s right wing and Leopold of Bavaria show progress while Paris claims French troops crossed the Mine Marne canal. British front hampered by artillery but officials promise retaliation. score uncertain.
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London
Vina
England
Berlin
Piet Marshal von. Hindenburg
Prince Leopold of
Bavaria
Paris
Mine-Marne Canal
Bat
Men of Chicago Learn At Fort Sheridan Camp
Chicago citizens soldiers at Fort Sheridan begin eight hours of drill in first lessons for rookies. They learn stance facing about marching in place and handling packs, amid a wider war mobilization with regulars, guardsmen, infantry, cavalry, artillery, planes, and autos discussed by officials.
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Chicago
Fort Sheridan
Civil Army
Fort Sheris
Hau
Town Rally Fights Northwest Half Way Fire
In City Ore Sept 21 a whole town gathers as three hundred residents of Half Way Oregon join to battle a mile long blaze from north city limits to farming center. Several thousand cattle have suffered and ranch buildings saved as volunteers work despite dry ditches and lack of water. fire fighters chop timber to slow the flames while the sheriff bells toll.
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City
Ore
Half-Way
Half Way
Ira
Anaconda duo perish at Montana fair lake incident
Two Anacondans drown at a Montana fair lake amid chaotic events. Authorities and witnesses identify the men as Sean and Charles, with initial reports suggesting a youthful crowd and strong currents. Details remain unsettled as investigators review surveillance and witness statements.
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Montana Fair
Lake
Attendance at Montana fair boosts excitement amid races
Helena dispatch reports record turnout at the state fair as automobile races draw crowds of over 10 000 with fans cheering drivers through explosive speed and stunts. Vendors and hotels report rising demand while spectators flood exhibits and plan to return for midweek events.
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Standard
Helena
Montana
de Lloyd Thompson
Sean
Rockefeller Junior Inspects Coal Mines in Colorado Camp
John D. Rockefeller Jr spent a long day inspecting mines near Trinidad, touring the Frederick and nearby galleries, chipping coal, and dining with workers at Stonewall. He slept in the coal camp, spoke with miners, and later praised local relief programs funded by Rockefeller Foundation money for the unemployed after the strike.
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Frederick m
Rustic Mountain Cabin
Stonewall
Standard Oil
Primero
Rockefeller
Trinidad
Mr." Rockefeller
Mr. Rockefeller
Frederick
Valdez
Valdes
Sangre de Cristountains
F.J. Radford
State Committee
Kefeller Foundation
Meincheon
Denny
Wwe
Rocketallar
Senate King
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