Athena Oregon claim and press tone chatter on ethics and law
The piece ridicules figures in Oregon journalism and asks who funds the Oregonian while noting Wisconsin paper practices, and mentions 1908 Indian reservation counts and areas in Oregon and the United States. It references Sam Jackson, Editor Scott, Bron, Scott and Pittack and a general critique of press transparency.
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Oregonian
Sam Jackson
Jack
Scott
Oregon
Bron, Scott
Pittack
United States
Commissioner of Indian Affairs
Eastern Washington wheat combine may raise price to farmers
Farmers in eastern Washington pursue higher wheat prices as a combine aims to pay 75 cents a bushel rather than 65. The Spokesman-Review notes mills and dealers conspire to keep prices down and with 2,000,000 bushels controlled, higher market prices may arrive sooner. Also a $50,000 damage suit against United States District Attorney Francis J. Heney ends after a judge sustains a demurrer against civil suit.
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Washington
Spokesman-Review
Millera
Dealera
Lord
United States
Francis J. Heney
Mr. Heney
Henry K. McGinn
Brazier
Rioting in Japan and the Changing Image
The Portland Journal notes a shift in perceptions of Japan as war ends. It describes surprising public reaction to peace terms and the realization of wartime costs. The piece argues the Japanese national mood moves from unitary wartime resolve to scrutiny of reparations and the peace process.
Japanese opinion splits on Roosevelt peace efforts
The article notes that public opinion in Japan respects democratic ideals and critiques Roosevelt's peace initiative. It highlights that Harriman became a target of wide criticism, likely due to being a prominent American and rumored railroad monopoly plans. The piece observes a shift in Japanese views on the war and its conclusion.
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East
West
Japan
Roosevelt
Harriman
Mr Cleveland Declines Trust Company Presidency Offer
Harper's Weekly notes Mr Cleveland's income from investments ranges 8000 to 10000 dollars plus about 3000 from essays. Promoters offered him the presidency of a projected trust company for 50000 a year but he declined, saying he would not sell the use of his name. He cited unfamiliarity with the business and health limits as reasons.
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Harper's Weekly
Cleveland
Benedict
Mr. Cleveland
New England Ethics Highlight Greene Estate Contrast
A Springfield editorial lauds Colonel Jacob L. Greene former president of Connecticut Mutual Life noting his $55 000 estate from a $65 million asset base. The piece questions environment vs character and argues New England standards are stricter than New York in business morality.
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Harper's Weekly
New England
Springfield Republican
Boston Transcript
Jacob L. Greene
Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company
Colonel Greene
New York
Mr. Alexander
Hartford
Springfield
Transcript
Boston
Temple Houston Dead at Forty-Five From Alcohol Related Illness
Temple Houston son of General Sam Houston and famed frontier figure dies in Oklahoma at age 45. A lawyer and former Texas senator, he gained notoriety for his bravado and eccentric behavior, including a saloon fight in which he killed a man. His life blended talent with excess as his reputation grew.
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Boston Herald
Temple Houston
Sam Houston
Republic of Texas
Oklahoma
Sami Houston
Southwest
Texas
Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Colds and Pneumonia Fears
Advertisers claim Foley's Honey and Tar cures colds and prevents pneumonia. The claim appears in a medicinal notice suggesting the product protects against serious respiratory illness. Local readers are urged to consider the remedy for winter ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Pncumoni
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