Superintendent of Labor Blamed For New York Fire Disaster
New York on March 27 reports that State Superintendent of Labor Williams is blamed for the deadly blaze that killed 143 people on Saturday. District Attorney Whitman orders a probe into criminal negligence amid claims that 150 Manhattan buildings share similar unsafe conditions with doors that swing in and no fire escapes. Funeral plans unfold as Gaynor and shirts workers unions mobilize aid. crowds line up for morgue admissions as the city debates accountability.
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New York
Williams
Slocum
Whiteman
William's Deputies
Manhattan
Whitman
Grand Jury
Gaynor
Oda
Vandal Tries Third Time To Burn St Pauls Church
Walla Walla police begin a hunt for an incendiary who last night made a third attempt to burn St Pauls Agricultural church. Chorister H A Casey intervened to save the building and a $100 reward is offered for the capture of the suspect.
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Walla Walla
St. Paul's Agriscopal Church
H A. Casey
Woods Buys Alfalfa Ranch Near Alicel
Joe Woods prominent livery stable man purchases 80 acres near Alicel to live a simple rural life on an alfalfa ranch in the area.
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Joe Woods
Alicel
Delegates Attend National Federation of Musical Clubs Convention
Philadelphia hosts the seventh biennial convention and festival of the National Federation of Musical Clubs with four days of concerts featuring prize compositions and a symposium on public school music.
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Philadelphia
National Federation of Musical Clubs
Capitalists Study Valley for Real Estate and Orchard Investment
Three financial exponents touring the Grande Ronde valley under John Leigh to study local conditions for possible real estate and orchard investments. The party includes Frank M. Wheaton of Seattle R. C. Lazer of New York and Leigh of Seattle.
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John Leigh
Grande Ronde Orchard Company
Seattle
Frank M. Wheaton
R. C. Lazer
New York
Mr. Leigh
Wisconsin 100000 Monument to be Dedicated at Vicksburg
In Vicksburg Mississippi on May 22 Wisconsin marks its 48th anniversary of the Vicksburg battle with a dedication of the 100000 monument at the National Military Park. Fourteen markers and seven Wisconsin regimental and battery monuments will also be dedicated. Governors McGovern and Noel, along with distinguished Wisconsin citizens and a War Department representative, will participate in the ceremonies.
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Vicksburg
Miss
Wisconsin
Vicksburg National Military Park
Grant
Iere
McGovern
Noel
Mississippi
War Department
Washington
May Have Child Murderer in Port Near Portland
A man using the name George Brown was arrested and taken to Portland by detectives. He is suspected of murdering a five year old child in Portland and matches descriptions, having given conflicting stories while under surveillance. He worked on a nearby farm.
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Salem
George Brown
Portland
Brown
Here
Warren Praises La Grande For Thrift And Paving Plans
Walter B. Warren vice president of Warren Construction praised La Grande's thrift after a study of local conditions. He conferred with superintendents on old paving contracts and proposed summer projects, calling La Grande a thriving, enterprising city.
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Walter B. Warren
Warren Construction Company
la Grande
All British Shopping Week Highlights English Goods
London marks All British Shopping Week with a nationwide push to buy English made goods. The movement targets German competition, prompting leading London and provincial retailers to display only British products in windows and on counters for the entire week.
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London
Tondon
Snoring Football at Harvard Opens Regular Practice
Cambridge Mass March 7 Regular practice for the Harvard football squad began today and will run until the Easter recess. The sessions focus on rudiments for players aiming to join next fall with a full staff of coaches aiding Coach Hamilton and extra attention given to new material.
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Cambridge
Mass
Harvard
Hamilton
Woodrow Wilson Groomed to Heal Democratic Party
A university man is being groomed to lead and unite the Democratic Party as it redirects toward the national ticket. Analysts note his education and public service as key assets in restoring party strength.
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Wational
Imbler Fruit Club Forms Permanently After Big Meeting
Imbler association held a Saturday gathering to finalize permanent organization. Officers named were W. Cleaver president M. O Green vice president C L Sawyer secretary and F Hoff diis treasurer. A constitution by laws committee was appointed and delegates named for the Eastern Oregon group. Cleaver outlined the district's outlook and orchard work discussed. the district aims for all prizes this fall.
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Imbler
W. Cleaver
M. W. O' Green
C. L. Sawyer
F. Hoffldiis
Eastern Oregon
C. W. Cleaver
Imbler Truit District
Imbler Fruit District
Mexican Peace Conference Schedules Late Week Talks
Reports from El Paso and Juarez indicate insurgent and federal representatives meet for peace negotiations. Key figures Alfonso Madero and leaders in San Antonio say no armistice without broader settlement, warning against American intervention. The three Maderos plan a hilltop conference to decide next steps.
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el Pane
Juarez
Limantour
Madero
Juarés
Dine
San Antonio
Alfonso Madero
Gorval
Diaz
Mexico
United States
Ambassador de la Barra
Maderos
Chihuahua
McConnell to Visit Agent Crum in Elgin Tomorrow
W M McConnell superintendent of a insurance and investment firm registered at Foley will visit his agent Jose Crum of Elgin tomorrow at the agency office in Salt Lake City.
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W. M. McConnell
Continental Life Insurance and Investtment Company
Salt Lakes
Foley
McConnell
Josee Crum
Elgin
Caldwell from Idaho Frames Harvest Machinery Outreach
H A Caldwell representing Best Manufacturing from Walla Walla and San Leandro Idaho Falls arrived to canvass buyers in the Grande Ronde valley and Wallowa county. He expects strong demand for harvesting equipment this season and will stay several days making thorough visits.
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H. A. Caldwell
Best
Walla Walla
San Leandro
Cal
Idaho Falls
Idaho
Noted lecturer to speak at L D S tabernacle Tuesday night
Weedneture presents a live topic by a noted lecturer at the L D S tabernacle under Neighborhood club auspices with a 5 21 cent charge. A large audience is urged to attend tomorrow night.
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L. D. S. Tabernacle
Farewell Reception for Mr and Mrs Ford Bills
A farewell reception will be held at the Christian church Wednesday evening to honor Mr and Mrs Ford Bills. All friends are invited to attend.
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Mrs. Ellis
The
Christian Church
Mrs. Ford Bills
King Victor Emmanuel Opens Rome International Exposition
Rome March 27 King Victor Emmanuel formally inaugurated the International exposition after months of preparations. The event featured a brilliant display with representatives from many nations taking part and marked a leading feature of Italy’s fiftieth anniversary celebrations since the kingdom was founded.
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Rome
Victor Emmanuel
Brillian Seba
Tlons
Kingdom of Italy
Grande Ronde Meat Co Proprietor Visits Wallowa Estate
J. A. Russell, owner of the Grande Ronde Meat company, traveled to Wallowa County on a business trip to inspect his holdings and assess the estate yesterday.
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J. A. Russell
The
Grande Ronde Meat Company
Wallowa County
Perry Ice House Fire Destroys Ice Hay and Lumber
A mysterious blaze at Perry destroyed four ice houses along the river, damaging ice totaling 500 tons, 200 tons of hay, and 10 logging sleighs. Estimated losses reach $3,000. The Perry Lumber Company suffered the most, with investigators unable to determine the fire’s origin. Residents were awakened at midnight as the blaze gutted structures.
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Perry
Grande Ronde Lumber Company
Will Y. Stoddard
Prisoner Quarrel Over Guilt in County Jail
Charles Patterson, a Negro, and Frank Lenmaster, a white man, await further action on a burglary charge after the Walnes Commercial Co. robbery in North Powder. Captured at Baker, they were brought to La Grande by Officer Crawford. Patterson claimed innocence while Lenmaster asserted both were involved, leading to a heated dispute.
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Charles Patterson
Frank Lenmaster
Walnes Commercial Company
North Powder
Baker
la Grande
Crawford
B. F. Evans
North Powder Store
Officer Crawford
Mr. Crawford
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Holtzmann
Prixon
Warren
Woodrow Wiilson
Imbler Fruit
Imbler Association
FL Paso
J.W. Gerard
Southwest Ash
Mar
Prouty
Aency
Wallowa Farm
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