Prices, Bolsheviki control and allied actions across Europe
Radio and telegraph reports describe agents in Seattle and Washington organizing a special price committee to study high living costs. U S officials seize goods in Spokane and note efforts to lower prices in war department supply chains. Bolsheviks push from the Urals toward southern Russia as Kolchak's forces retreat. Tokyo and Vienna report shifts in borders, occupations, and relief aid suspensions.
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Fondon
Kolchak
Urals
Tieumen
Siberian
Russia
Betlava
Kiel
Odessa
Hunikene
Volunteure
Venizesin Chrain
Kiev
Moscow
Denikene
Former railroad head testifies on government control
Grayson former head of the Order of Railway Conductors told the House committee on interstate commerce that government ownership of railroads was not best for the country. An appropriation of 1000 dollars was requested to help carry out the president’s suggestion for reducing the high cost of living.
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Seattle
Wilson
Department of Justice
Seale
United Sites
Washington
Aug
Grayson
Order of Railway Conductors
House Committee On Interstate
Department of Agriculture
Mears Leads Alaska Engineering Commission Visit North
Col Frederick Mears newly named chief arrives in Seattle with Mrs Mears and four children aboard a government party including Major A Brooks of the Geological Survey. They sail on the Alarota HalIwell as a direct Interior Department mission to inspect the government railroad and other federal projects over the coming month. Maj Brooks to remain in the North until October.
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Seattle
Frederick Mears
Alaska Engineering Commission
Mears
Afeed Brooks
Geological Survey Office
Alarota Haliwell
Dpartment of the Interior
Secreary Lane
Maj
Brooks
Nacth
Ogtoby
Allies hold Austrian government liable over Bela Kun
Geneva report says the Allies inform the Austrian government it will bear responsibility for Bela Kun former Hungarian communist leader and for his delivery to the United States. Extradition details involve allied efforts and Budapest actions with ties to Kun and his spouse.
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Geneva
Bela Kun
America
Budapest
City Employes Get a Raise in Seattle
The city council voted increases in the salaries of municipal employees. The raise amounts to about $1,000 per year. Paris reports Dutasta named French ambassador to Germany and to Berlin soon.
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Seattle
Paris
M. Dutasta
Switzerland
Germany
Berlin
Wilson vetoes daylight saving bill in district court
The president vetoed a daylight saving measure passed by lawmakers, citing practical difficulties for residents. In a separate matter, the Alois Huber retrial resumed after a lengthy jury deliberation, with the case set for June 28 pending further proceedings.
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Wilson
Washington
Bess
Alois Huber
Mansiushter
Fairbanks
Archduke Joseph Calls for Parley and Tranquil Hungary
Archduke Joseph, leader of Hungary's new government, issued a statement urging national calm and a parliament elected by the people. He emphasized a desire for peace and that elected representatives should have freedom to act.
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Budapest
Nag
Archduke Joseph
Harbide
Tel Senaaives
Nine Motorships Purged from Australian Government Deal
Nine motorships were purged from a consiteration of $3,000.00 by Cott president of the Sendimartin- Aine Bank and associates, in a transaction involving Seattle and Osempia shipyards and the Australian government.
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Solid Seattle
Cott
Sendimartin- Ainecan Bank
Bate and Nel Seattle
Osempia Shipyards
Prince of Wales visit draws crowds to St Johns city parade
The Prince of Wales arrives in St Johns Maryland amid enthusiastic crowds as streets are festively decorated. Officials report significant funding tied to the event and local preparations run through the day with ceremonial displays and public interest high.
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Prince of Wales
St. Johns St. Johns
Angel
Pree of Wales
UWO
Malis
Government moves to suppress Sinn Fein groups in Clare
The government announces a halt to Sinn Fein non Kindred organizations in County Clare due to rising unrest. The action targets Sinn Fein affiliated groups across the region amid security concerns.
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Sinn Fein
Fondon
Augus
Erie
County Clare
Ireland
Ubitt County
Labor Conference October 29 in Washington
Report notes a proposed International Labor Conference called by President Wilson to meet in Washington on October 29. Details on participants and agenda are sparse in the fragment.
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Washiwu x
Peice Ay Hyeen
Presidentent Wilson
General Pershing's Italian Visit Anticipated
Fragmentary notes indicate General Pershing may tour Italy and Paris during September. Claims mention possible sporting events and World War I era context, with references to Australia and American engagement during the week of September.
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Gen. Pershing
Italy
Paris
Aus
General Persuine
Lions Club fundraiser sails into marina
Community event centered on boat displays and local history at the harbor. Organizers expect visitors from nearby towns to view vessels and enjoy refreshments. Proceeds support youth programs and maritime heritage efforts.
Bridge Building at Flat Across Quer Shortens Walk
Citizens of Flat begin a new brid construction across Quer opposite the town to shorten the walking distance between Pha and Dis. Officials say the project will improve access and connectivity for residents.
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Quer
Pha
Dis
May Setile Street-Car Strike In City Limits
Fragmentary report notes a street car labor action affecting transit today. Scattered text mentions Paris and ongoing protest context but lacks clear details on sides, dates, or locations beyond city limits.
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Paris
Furs to Remain High Cited in Wisconsin Letter
Fragmented OCR note claims fur prices will stay high in the coming year with references to milk prices around 12 dollars and market strength. The readable portions mention New York and winter demand, but many words are garbled.
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Wis Chy
He Weiter
New York
Vote Off Scale Disrupts Referendum Vote
The executive committee of a state federation of labor wired AFL Secretary Frank Morrison that the referendum vote on a single bid unity has been halted amid renewed demands from the parent body.
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Ang T. Bne
Foderation of Labor
Frank Morrison
America Federation of Labor
Off for Siberian Goldfields Hi Chepat Ross
A trio of community explorers named Ross Kuchinskiang and Li-Known Russtieus depart at dusk for Siberia to pursue placer mining ventures and goldfield prospects in a distant region.
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Hi Chepat Ross
Tare
Jim Kuchinskiang
Mike Li
Beria
Suspicious Visitor From Spokine Arrives In Town
J B Purgerald of Spokine Washington arrived in town last Tuesday morning suspected of involvement with a position there and a flat, and departed last evening for other places.
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J.B. Purgerald
Spokine, Wash
Miners Day Alien and Louis Dahl Return Home
After weeks serving on the regular jury panel in the Ruby district, miners Day Alien and Louis Dahl left for home aboard the Sea Wolf last evening.
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Day Alien
Louis Dahl
Ruby District
Attorney LK Pratt Leaves Fairbanks After Court Session
Attorney LK Pratt of Fairbanks who has been at Rhee during the term of the District court left for his home last evening.
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LK. Pratt
Fairbanks
Rhee
District Court
Court Party Heads West On Land Office Mission
Judge leads group to secure proceedings in Fairbanks with H Bunn and GLO agent Carlisle detailing oitietie business amid camp gathering.
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Carlisle
Fairbanks
The
General Land Office
War Casualty Analysis Shows High European Theaters Losses
Final casualties report indicates European warfare yielded heavy deaths. Among American troops in France during combat, about 380 of every 1000 were killed or wounded, reflecting the bloodiest phases of the conflict.
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Washington
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