The Upper House Passes the Tariff Bill
The senate approved the tariff bill by 38 to 28 after a tense day of debate. Majority support came from Republicans and two silver Republicans with one Democrat voting yes, while 25 Democrats and a few others voted no. A conference with the House was mandated after passage.
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Japan and Hawaii Immigration Tension Escalates
Washington reports Hawaii offered to arbitration on immigration with Japan, but Tokyo rejected the idea. Mr. Shimamura demands more details while denying monetary liability and arbitration. U.S. officials expect a settlement with Japan regardless of annexation treaty action.
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Hawaii Crisis Triggers U S Readiness to Seize Flag
Washington directs steps to keep control of Hawaii with the threat of landing marines and hoisting the American flag. Rear Admiral Beardslee will receive power to act against any Japanese aggression, while the battleship Oregon, Philadelphia and Marion head toward Hawaii.
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Growth and incidents across Oregon and nearby states
The report notes steady growth across Oregon and neighboring states, with events including a fatality near Bronaugh, a robbery in Baker County, a drowning in Portland, and a new business venture in Woods. It also covers harvest figures, wildlife bounties, cattle and sheep movements, and regional church meetings amid winter travel updates.
Tariff Debate Moves Through Six Weeks Of Discussion
The tariff bill opened May 25 with Aldrich of the finance committee guiding the opening statement. Debates since May 26 focused on chemical schedules, narrowing to rates and price. Aldrich’s illness shifted control to Alli while Jones of Arkansas and West led opposition. White Caffery Gray and Allen also participated. The bill returns to the house with anti trust provisions from Wilson act replaced by senate reciprocal and retaliatory measures.
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Senate
House Conferees Named for Tariff Bill Conference
The House Rules Committee sent the tariff bill to conference after approving a special order 148 to 107. Speaker named conferees Dingley Payne Dalsell Hopkins Grosvenor Bailey McMillin and Wheeler, including Republicans and Democrats.
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House Committee On Rules
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Senate House Conferees Open Tariff Bill Meeting
In Washington on July 10 the first conference between senate and house on the tariff bill started at 3 clock. Democratic conferees left after less than 10 minutes as Republicans indicated a chance to reconcile differences before talking with the Democrats.
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Oregon Ships to San Francisco After Coal Delay
The battleship Oregon, delayed by coal from Comox, is ordered to San Francisco as harbor conditions and Honolulu capacity limit further movement. Monitors Monadnock and Monterey are expected to counter any Japanese action near Hawaii, while Oregon awaits a two to three day departure window.
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Pacific Bridge Company Wins Marrowstone Point Contract
The War Department awarded the Pacific Bridge Company of Portland Oregon a contract to construct the mortar battery at Marrowstone Point Puget Sound for 163450 dollars.
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War Department
Pacific Bridge Company
Portland, Or
Marrowstone Point
Puget Sound
Heat Wave Eases as Weather Bureau Predicts Relief
Chicago reports indicate a end to the heat wave with cooler air expected within 34 hours. Prostrations and fatalities from the scorching term total near 3,000 and about 860 deaths, led by Chicago 87, Cincinnati 43 and St. Louis 43, with other cities showing sharp increases in deaths. The South felt intense heat but lower fatalities than the North.
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Settlement Reached Over Fairhaven Tax Collector Shortage
J A Kerr settled with Winfeld Scott Parker for 12000 to cover Parker s shortage as Fairhaven tax collector for 1991. Parker fled after paying about 40000 and was finally located in Buenos Ayres by Kerr McCord. The case involved months of pursuit and a 1000 reward proved futile, with attorneys negotiating the compromize in Argentina.
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Argentine
Mysterious Death On Train En Route To California
Ex State Senator W M Dixon of Warm Springs Alameda county seeks the cause of his sister Elisa Johnston 71 wealthy widow of Kaneasa City who died while aboard a Christian Endeavor train. The body turned up later in Wadsworth Nevada after the granddaughter noted her absence. Investigation by Dixon and railroad officials continues into how she left the train and what caused death.
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California
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Kaneasa City
Keno, Ney
Johnston
Mrs. Johnston
Wadsworth
Nev
Dizon
Srailorad
Portland Markets Wheat Prices and Flour Rates Today
The Portland market report shows Wheat from Walla Walla at 8 6 cents, Val ifey at 670 per bag, Flour rated best at 8.50 to 8.00, and 98.25 for a grade, with miscellaneous items listed such as brewing and grain products.
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Cattle and Produce Prices in Market Listing
Market prices listed for veal, beef, eggs, poultry, wheat, corn, barley, oats, and fresh meats. Includes ranges for round, steers, cows and mutton with per unit costs and ton figures. Also notes fish prices for various species and preparations.
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Fractured OCR Prices Reported for Local Goods
Partial OCR list shows varied prices for staples and commodities. Entries include hemp and hops per pound, bran by ton, and regional mentions such as California and Oregon, with inconsistent values and units.
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