Old Glory Week Plan Aims to Rally 25 Million Loan
The nation advisor board sent a telegram to Secretary McAdoo proposing a calender loan of 25 billion dollars to be raised in one week under the banner Old Glory Week. Advertisers churches lodges labor groups and chambers of commerce would be called to join a patriotic drive supporting the U S government. The plan promises ads and a complete handling program with no compensation from the board.
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SCAGO
Soard
Chambers of Commerce
United States
War Urges Greatly Increased Crop Production
Washington April 13 The secretary of agriculture D F Huston urges expanded production of staple crops to avert shortages in wartime. He notes world scarcity and asks farmers to boost acres, focusing on winter wheat and other cereals, with caution on new regions and emphasis on yields to meet domestic and allied needs.
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Washington, Db
Secretary of Agriculture
D F Huston
United States
Freeman Freckle Remedy Promises Clear Skin
A questionable remedy advertises a freckle treatment claiming to erase freckles and brighten complexions. It urges readers to buy its prescription and argues it will not cost much while promising noticeable results and ease of use.
Wartime Telegrams Echo Allied Struggle In 1917
President Wilson responds to President Poincare expressing gratification and resolve as the United States enters World War I. The message emphasizes solidarity with France and opposition to imperial Germany, describing shared sacrifice and support in the hour of crisis.
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Washington
Poincaré
United States
Wilton
Thie Muenee
Germany
France
Fragmentary historical note on independence and liberty
A garbled historical fragment expresses a call for independence and human rights, praising freedom, dignity, and partnership among nations. It references the American people and the struggle for liberty, with unclear phrasing and several corrupted words.
Mormon Prizes for Potash and Wheat Production
Salt Lake City April 12 The Mormon church closed its annual conference with appeals for frugality economy and loyalty. It offered 2500 in cash prizes for the best spring wheat and told local wards to supervise acreage to boost food production amid the war. Prize list included high awards for top yields and notable placings described with wartime urgency.
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Salt Lake City
Wand
Semond
Washington Family Figures In Historic Political Circle
A scrambled account recalls a Speaker’s daughter and granddaughter rising in early 20th century politics. It mentions a New Orleans publisher, a Washington home figure, and a 1912 convention where a young woman influenced forecasts for the presidency. A photo from New Orleans is noted as part of the scene.
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Pitaert
Siveker
Grandwin
James M. Themaon
New Or
Capitol Teckery
Peaker
Prey
Home of Representatives
Washington
Boesker Clark Wes
Frent Et
New Orleans
Unknown morgue names noted in brief report
A damaged clipping reports unidentified individuals sent to the morgue after a fatal incident. Names and specifics are unreadable, but the event involved authorities responding to a deadly situation and transport to the morgue. Further details could not be confirmed from the legible text.
Feet Aren't Aching or Tired Now
Notice of a public improvement hearing in Pendleton lists proposed Willow Street work from Webb Street to Court Street with gravel paving and related costs. It details observers, assessments, and city officers involved, noting the schedule and links to city ordinances and engineers.
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Willow Street
Webb Street
Meath
Oni Atrnet
Ted Tee
Ceulneer
Tibet
Agel
Speelfia
Claretey
West Oregonian
Ion
Ceadieten
U S and Japan plan to free Pacific from German divers
United States and Japan announce a cooperative plan to clear the Pacific of German divers and raiders. The move aims to protect shipping and coastal areas with joint naval actions and improved antisubmarine measures amid reports of German underwater activity in the Pacific.
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U.S
Japan
Washington
America
Pacific
Lemons Whiten and Beautify the Skin Lotion
An old advertisement touts a cheap lemon lotion made from lemon juice strained into orchard white. A quarter pint mix claims to whiten and brighten skin, reduce freckles and sallowness, with regular daily use on face neck arms and hands.
Pendleton Seem Sewer Construction Bid Notice
Notice from Pendleton Oregon inviting bids for lateral sewers on Hiaina Wilcon and Lincoln Streets. Bids due April 15 1917 at 6 pm with certified check ten percent of bid. Council reserves right to reject all bids. THOS PITY GHRALD City Recorder.
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Pendleton
Oregon
Hiaina
Wilcon
Lincoln
City of
Bower
Common Council
City Recorder
Pendleton Street Improvements Authorized by Council
The Pendleton City Council on April 4 1917 adopted resolutions for Madison Street improvements from Jackson to Wilkenstreet. Plans include pavement grade drainage and curb work with surveyor estimates, with assessments charged to adjacent property owners and late conditions for cost sharing.
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Bendicten
Lepeete
Maedinon
Jackadon Street
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Werrun
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Coen Counell
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Ameil
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Halle Recenter
Pendienen
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Jamess Teeeersony
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