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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
1
An editorial argues against idlers and loafers urging drafting or forced work. It notes few loafers exist but those who refuse to labor should be mobilized, drawing inspiration from an eastern state law. The piece calls for community duty and action to solve labor shortfalls.
A long list shows men by Independence and nearby precincts for the first selective draft. The names and numbers are linked to Washington records with boards to determine fitness and exemptions, and appeal rights if unsatisfied.
The article reports Raymond Hitchcock possibly receiving a $100,000 annual offer to become an evangelist opposing Billy Sunday. It notes Hitchcock’s mocking of Sunday, his curtain talks, and a staged devil conversation as part of his act, with backers believing a seasoned comedian could outperform the preacher in this field.
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