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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
1
Confused dispatch from Washington reports U S consuls urging Germany to surrender amid Allied advances. Mentions US representatives in Brussels Antwerp Ghent plan with Italy's Venice expedition, and German military resistance connected to Belgian and Italian movements.
Washington notes President Wilson appealed to American shippers of non contraband goods to avoid obstruction of cargoes amid British detentions. The White House and State Department confirmed the note’s publication and lengthened explanation. Diplomats worldwide sought clarifications as hemispheric neutrals consider aligning with U S policy and press Britain to halt interference with American trade.
The secretary outlines biannual appropriations and receipts for 1915 and 1916. He notes 68 204.62 dollars allotted by the emergency board, items funded from special funds, and the dependence on federal and private subscriptions. Net totals show a large state tax requirement and adjustments for funds not legally allocated.
The document lists extensive 1916 and 1917 budget lines for Oregon state departments and boards. It includes sums for Accounting, Board of Control, public instruction, agricultural programs, education facilities, health, forestry, immigration, and various state institutions, with numerous line items such as capital costs, salaries, and program funding.
The National Conference on Unemployed urged Philadelphia American women to help place thousands in work by easing demands for new styles. It called for employers to be liable for a living wage, a national employment bureau, and labor exchanges in major cities. Labor unions should end sharp trade lines to unify the workforce.
Ethelbert Watla, the American consul general, arrived in the U.S. and said Niehof the town official ensured wartime distribution reached the right people. He noted the effort appeared tempered by delays and that the work began only recently, with some impact uncertain.
A distorted text discusses war risk premiums and policy wording. It mentions premiums of 16 gulowss, rents, and payments tied to arculation in the republic. It references declarations of war, dates within 12 months, and security measures amid political tension between Crest Hunteres Colo and Amation, with insurers adjusting wording to cover war events.
Oregon Agricultural College Corvallis organizes Farmers Week activities aimed at boosting production industry. Plans emphasize group demonstrations and technical instruction, with strong focus on state development. officials forecast statewide cooperative progress through joint events and industry meetings.
Reports reveal secret agents of the Filipino constabulary and revolutionary followers plotted a Christmas Eve uprising in Manila. About 80 men reportedly entered Navotas and attacked a municipal building while aiming to seize a safe and free imprisoned comrades. Police arrested 10 men. many conspirators were captured or fled.
Belgium's government crisis appears seen as prelude to Germany's full takeover. Rumors place United States minister in Belgium as a potential head of government. Spain reportedly maintains a Belgian minister whose status could be questioned. Harwich fears a German raid. Pope Benedict seeks peacemaking, but progress seems unlikely. Merrimac survivor Andrew G. Peterson dies in Grass Valley, California. he served in the Confederate Army.
Severe floods from a week of continuous rain sweep between Phoenix and the Mexican border. Creeks and rivers rise, farms and rail lines wash out, and power lines are toppled. Drowned Mexicans and a U.S. soldier report in waterways near Naco. Tucson steel works flooded, machinery cost half a million dollars submerged. Local rescue efforts struggle as hazard escalates.
In Manila a government unit transferred the distribution of arms and medical supplies to American civilians on Geo and Fraile Islands in the bay. About two hundred rounds of ammunition and medical equipment were moved to soldiers in the Central Capana in Manila, with items found to be in degraded condition.
Fragmentary report suggests a Secretary of State influence on cabinet timing for a 1926 presidential bid. It also mentions a steel barrier at Pola Harbor blocking a French submarine Curie entrance and an Austrian alarm incident, with unclear sources and wording.
An unknown robber was killed in Cleveland Oklahoma after a confrontation with police chief Fenton and two citizens were wounded. Fenton reportedly fired, wounding the robber who returned fire. The chief and residents faced danger as gunfire ceased.
A British squadron including light cruisers Arethusa and Arethusa class ships attacked German naval forces near the Elba mouth. German Zeppelins and submarines maneuvered, bombs fell harmlessly, and British pilots faced losses with commander Hewlett among the drowned.
Fragmentary wartime report details a bomb attack at a Hindu temple with casualties and scenes of fear. Witnesses describe ash and debris, while international reactions reference Albania and London talks. Americans aid France as volunteers and donations surface across multiple accounts.
Turks transport heavy guns from Adelina to a point on the Sen of Marmora via Athens and Bame The movement signals intensified artillery support for operations in the Marmora area.
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