05 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1915
Page
1
Condensed weekly digest reports Britain forming a war committee The Swins press notes negotiations progress Mexican bullets threaten the border U A C beats Michigan in Lansing by a scare The American soldier mortally wounded in battle dies later in hospital
Nine reportedly lost as the passenger steamer Santa Lara from Portland to San Francisco strikes a shoal near the Coos Bay entrance. Captain Lofstedt and six crew survive. eight bodies recovered with fears of more deaths. Survivors, including Mina Gale Graham, Mrs. Rooney, and Mrs. Hale, endure injuries and exposure after the wreck near Bastendorff bench.
Chinese foreign minister warns that delaying the crowning of Yuan could spark rebellion. The office says a move toward monarchy is not desired, while delays might invite unrest and give Japan an excuse to land troops.
Fragmented clipping reports varied items from Panaron's Assembly to U S finance for rehabilitation and governors pardoning convicts. It notes Wisconsin pardons, health service disease claims, New Year plans in Portland, and U S bond warehouse losses. Election results cite Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, and Kentucky outcomes with party gains and contested tallies.
In Washington, chairmen of both parties plan conventions. Democrats opt for December 7 while Republicans target December dates. The Republican National Committee outlines lines for the platform, attacking the administration’s foreign and domestic policies and promising to uphold the party’s pledges, including economy and a single standard of value.
A garbled extract covers a fatal self harm incident in Carey Cameron, multiple victims shot and a suspect's fate, plus Japan joining Britain France and Russia against war, a British medical authority praising army health, and a Lincoln era coin purchase tale. The text blends violent events with international wartime mentions and historical notes.
Oregon State reports 161 high schools meet standardization after a year of work by the state department of education. Many districts still have one to three year schools offering courses beyond eighth grade but must align with the new high school law and certified teachers.
Fall City in Polk County expands beyond dairying and fruit, embracing broader industry. A 1905 mill at the Willamette River hub drives robust Douglas fir output and logging, with shipments reaching millions of feet and a growing regional trade in lumber products.
The Dalles clears site for expanding evaporating plant after a fire devastated nearby lumber works. Local group buys land west of Jefferson Street near the OWRR Co track to host a larger facility. Company expects to employ 100 to 900 workers depending on produce dried, with orders from Chicago. Roseburg work on new federal building to begin. plans call for 96 by 90 feet, three stories, housing land and post offices. Salem considers simplified spelling in schools. Old Gresham building burns.
Portland notes a steady market with mixed activity as traders report large lots and selective sales. Prices show varied bids on bales and barrels, with September U S production stated. June to September totals reveal declines from the prior year while oats and barley figures appear unsettled.
Secretary Daniels ordered construction of a giant biplane at the navy yard the first government built aircraft. The craft has 400 pound capacity passengers, two 160 horsepower motors and an endurance of seven hours, with work continuing at the bureau on the gun system for later armament.
London reports a sharp rise in recruiting over the past week as newspapers note heightened enlistment nationwide. The Manchester Guardian highlights faster recruitment than at any time since early war months, with King George V's proclamation on Edith Cavell’s execution cited as a trigger. Manchester and Birmingham lead activity.
Paris reports the Vivillant ministry has resigned on Friday and Aristide Briand has been asked to form a new cabinet. Briand is expected to become ambassador in a future post, with naval and military appointments noted in the reshuffle.
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