Oregon House Eyes Overnight Session as Rail Bill Passes
Salem February 15 The Oregon House approves three bills and plans an all night session to clear congestion. A Portage railroad extension to start navigation on the Upper Columbia is passed and sent to the Senate with a large appropriation. Governor vetoes county judge salary bill. Speaker McArthur plans constitutional amendment and state aided railroad commission for Central Oregon. Senate report abolishes normal schools at Weston Monmouth Ashland.
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Taft-Like Baby Named After Taft in Paducah
In Paducah Kentucky on February 15 a baby weighing two pounds and measuring twelve inches was named after Taft. The newborn, in what may be the smallest baby in the area, weighed 26 ounces at birth and was described as perfectly formed. The first dress came from a neighbor girl’s doll wardrobe.
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Train Derails in Landslide Near Altoona
In Altoona Pennsylvania on February 15 the 18 hour flyer on the Chicago to New York route struck a landslide at 40 miles per hour. The locomotive overturned and the baggage car plus three Pullmans derailed. baggage master MinFue was severely injured and several passengers were hurt.
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High School Basketball Game Planned Between La Grande and Cve
Arrangements are under way for a basketball game between La Grande and Cve high schools next Friday evening. No definite details have been finalized yet.
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California Assemblyman Drew sparks anti Japanese tirade at church
Sacramento Feb 15 An angry anti Japanese speech by Assemblyman A M Drew in a Central MEL church sermon shocks worshippers and stirs legislative gossip. He linked Roosevelt orders and California trade with Japan arguing white residents must leave if Japanese come to the state and warned against foreigners taking lands.
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New Adjustment Plan Aims For No Hardship In Union County
County Assessor Rinehart and deputies announce a new annual assessment plan to start in March. The effort, prompted by a state board review of the Yambill county case, seeks uniform tax practices with an emphasis on statewide evaluation methods and potential reforms by a permanent state tax commission.
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Maine Disaster Remembered Observed in Washington
The Maine disaster anniversary was marked with religious and military ceremonies in Washington. A military mass was held at St. Patrick's Church officiated by Father Thomas Metulgan, and services at Arlington Cemetery honored 144 victims buried there. President Roosevelt sent a tribute as Rear Admiral Shostiny commanded the Marne.
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Knok Knox Bill to Boost Secretary of State Pay Fails
Washington February 14 The bill to enable PoC Rioux to become secretary of state writer Taft was defeated in the House this afternoon The measure aimed to raise the secretary of state salary Knox a member of the current congress could take cabinet head role if approved
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Presigent Plent Tatt to Washington for Medal Ceremony
In Cincinnati on February 15, Presigent Plent Tatt will travel to Washington this afternoon and await word on when he will be made a Mason. The ceremony is set for 5 o clock at the Scottish Rite cathedral.
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King Falward Faints at British Embassy Talk
In Fetlin on Feb 1 a mysterious scene unfolds as King Falward collapses fainting during a private conversation with the Princess of Plexs at the British embassy last week.
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Austria Declares War on Serbia Predicted for April
Berlin reports the Daily Tribune predicts an Austrian declaration of war on Serbia will occur in early April. The forecast follows mounting tensions in the Balkans and European alliances.
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Austria
Extreme Cold Storm Paralyzes Midwest Across States
Chicago reports the worst storm in a decade crippling transport and communications. One death due to severe cold is confirmed as the Norse Neb storm worsens in Norfolk and surrounding districts, with frigid temperatures and widespread distress.
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Geometry rule changes at University of Oregon
University of Oregon faculty voted to abolish solid geometry as an entrance requirement. The new plan accepts two years of foreign language in place of two years Latin and reduces total required subjects. Required courses now include English, algebra, plane geometry, foreign language, history, physics, and electives.
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Idaho Senate Passes Local Option Bill to Venil Vote
Boise February 15 Idaho legislature approves county local option measure requiring 40 percent of voters to trigger a liquor sale referendum. Bill patterned after Oregon law moves to Governor Brady for signature after weeks of intensified liquor advocacy and counterproposals by opponents.
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Central Church of Christ Remembers King’s Service Since 1900
Members and friends of Central Church of Christ held an all day gathering to honor the minister and his family. An 18 year retrospective traced the congregation from 1891 to now, noting growth from 40 to about 100 members and property value rising from 338.72 to around 4000 dollars. A noon luncheon followed by prayer and testimony marked the event.
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Baby Dies at Tinkler Imbler
A five months old child of Mr and Mrs Bryant died at Tinkler Imbler early morning from croup. No funeral arrangements are announced.
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