General strike looms in Northwest telegraph service
In Portland a 95 percent vote favors a general walkout by Oregon Washington Railroad and Navigation telegraphers. A government mediator is expected. if mediation succeeds the strike could be postponed. 350 workers in Washington Oregon and Idaho are affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Oregon Washington Railroad and Navigation Company
K. J. Manion
St. Louis
Order of Railway Telegrapher
Telegraph
J. v. O'Brien
Southern Pacific
Northern Pacific
Washington
Oregon
Idaho
Harrimas
Harriman
Oats Shipment From Ferdinand Idaho to Joseph Oregon Noted
A ton of oats will be shipped by parcel post from Ferdinand Idaho to Joseph Oregon in 50 pound packages. The shipper expects a saving of 40 dollars compared with regular freight charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferdinand
Idaho
Joseph
Oregon
Parcel Post
Monroe Disaster Prompts Safety Rules Change at Sea
In dense fog the Monroe of the Old Dominion line, traveling New York to Norfolk, sank after a collision with the Nantucket off Virginia. About fifty lives lost, eighty rescued. A Nantucket bow image shows the wreck, as a revision of sea navigation rules is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaster
United States
Monroe
Old Dominion Line
New York City
Norfolk
Virginia
Fall payment idea urged by Marion County assessor
Weot proposes tax assessments and collections shift to fall for farmers and workers. He envisions two levies yearly, one to cover January–September expenses and another to cover the following year. He notes fewer transfers and asks for law changes and potential double collection in the first year. The plan faces conflicts with existing laws but aims to shorten the gap between assessment and collection. Another item notes Grandma Reeder’s death in Tacoma after a long illness, aged 81, with ties to Linn and Marion counties and Tacoma families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. FE. Weot
Marion County
State
Ax Commission
Ita Forlaenos
Aaneecorn
Grandma Reeder
Facoma
George Gerking
Birthday Toast and Local News From Athena Area
Birthday celebration for Henry Koepke marks his 70th with 70 candles and music. Attendees include the Koepke family and Athena residents plus officials from Walla Walla and Portland candidates Will Peterson announces Democratic attorney general bid. Artesian well report near Prinovill shows good flow. School meeting aimed at improving district facilities and parent collaboration.
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H. Koepke
Henry Koepke
Mrs. Koepke
Kroser Koepke
Misa Marie Koepke
Helix
W. H. Scott
Jobo A, Gross
Walla Walla
Henry Schmitt
Win
Tompking
Rov
Mra
R.B. Gornall
Mre
E. H. Oatoo
Robt. Coppock
Mies Mattie Coppock
Athena
Peterson
Will M. Peterson
Portland
Iaw
Market summary and death of Dr. Vincent J. Davis
Stockyards reports show cattle at 7.60 to 7.05, steers at 8.00, hogs near 6.60 to 8.65, and lambs to 6.75 with brisk receipts. Wheat prices steady around 8 and 8 1/2 cents, with limited export demand and no near-term improvement in flour trade. Dr. Vincent J. Davis, veterinarian, died after a bout with ptomaine poisoning at the Athena Hotel. services set for the afternoon with a graveside ceremony led by Rev. Gornall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ntoon
Portland
Araio Tien
California
Vincent J. Davis
Athena
Davis
Pondieton
Rev
Gornall
Also Mentioned on This Page
Foss-Winship Hardware Company
Howard
THE
Tum-A-Lum Lumber CO
A. M. Johnson
Bryan & Meyer
Dell Brothers
Francis Thompson
London Spectator
Tennyson
Jones
Swmielenty
Judge
Photos
American Preas Association
Marion Assessor
Albee
Hoff
Oour
Bend
Pierce Sanstorium
Edward Allen Pierce
Pines
New York
Saya
Yhe
Ed. Kautmann
North Yakina
Gam and Son
Butte
Montana
Hansell
George W. Havael
Freewater
Audiary
Haneal
Bie
M. Logentaugh
Prinovil
A. Thut
Drew
Tharp Brothers Garage
J. J. Case Machinery
Ernest Brannin
Emerson Express
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