President outlines League arbitration rules and Ireland case
The speech stresses two paths: submit differences to arbitration or have them discussed by the League Council. A six month window for decision follows, then possible war. The president hints Ireland may seek League settlement once the League exists, and asserts China’s Bran Tung return and Japan’s pledge, with League forces ready to enforce.
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League
Council of the League
San Francisco
H Invades East of Foes 48 Battle for Six Nations
An action packed entry describes a clash where forces press east into enemy lines in a decisive 48 battle shaping the Six Nations confrontation. The report emphasizes a bold invasion and strategic moves against opposing forces.
President Wilson’s war aims and wartime debts outlined
The document surveys Allied and Central Powers totals, noting France and the United States contributions and the combined financial burden. It cites alleged public opinion calls for peace and critiques how the World War era mobilization impacted nations, cost, and casualties.
High Cost of Living Warns U S Citizens
Government combats profiteering while urging citizens to save and invest. Citizens should demand value, support legitimate profiteers, and use Registered Treasury Savings Certificates War Savings Stamps and Thrift Stamps to keep money working and reduce living costs.
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Countiens
Treasury Savings
Federal farm loans offered in five Oregon counties
WES MONEY TO LOAN 53 percent. If you need money this fall file your application now. Loans made in Polk Yamhill Marion Benton and Lincoln counties. For particulars write to BE. K. Piascki Secretary Treasurer Dallas National Farm Loan Association.
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Yamhill
Marion
Benton
Lincoln
BE. K. Piascki
Lime Bath Prevents Injury to Cereals
Use of a lime bath for preventing injury to cereals in seed treatment is suggested by H P Barss professor of botany and plant pathology at the Oregon Agricultural College. In the Columbia basin region the most desirable chemical for grain treatment is copper sulphate but it injures seed. a lime bath neutralizes the poisonous effects and protects the seed coat near the germ.
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H. P. Barss
Oregon Agricultural College
Columbia Basin
Barss
Copper sulfate seed treatment in lime bath method
The article describes dipping grain in a solution of copper sulfate then plunging into a lime bath to neutralize copper poisoning. It notes the bath weakens over time and should be renewed when a copper film appears on tools, with lime added as needed to restore normal strength.
Water as Baptism Remedy Sparks Interdenominational Debate
A humorous column decries quarrels over sprinkling versus immersion in baptism. It suggests compromise and even jokingly proposes more extreme remedies, noting water as a general cure and quipping about sheep dip if needed. The piece uses light satire to mock doctrinal rigidity among orthodox denominations.
Independence Bakery and Restaurant Earns Noted Praise
In town diners are urged to visit Independence Bakery and Restaurant for a good meal with reasonable prices. The brief endorsement highlights the eatery as a local choice for affordable dining.
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Independence Bakery
Mortgaged Autos Count in Oregon Mortgaged autos rise under 1917 law
Since May 21 1917 Oregon requires county clerk certificates filed with the secretary of state for chattel mortgages on motor vehicles. The secretary reports 3840 mortgages across counties and $1920 in fees collected with county by county tallies including Multnomah 1644 and many others. Dr Duganne dentist over Independence National Bank urges paying taxes.
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Benton
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Coos
Crook
Curry
Deschutes
Douglas
Gilliam
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Lane
Linn
Malheur
Marion
Morrow
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Sherman
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Umatilla
Union
Wallows
Wasco
Washington
Wheeler
Yamhill
Oldest US man John Shell marks 131st birthday in Kentucky
John Shell of Lexington celebrated his 131st birth anniversary becoming the oldest living man in the United States. He rode his first automobile, plans to pay his mortgage with fair proceeds, and expects not to live to another birthday. Shell, born near Knoxville in 1795, has 29 children, two marriages, and a Civil War-era age.
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John Shell
United States
Lexington
Kentucky
Shell
Leslie County
Knoxville
Tennessee
Bunker Hill
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