Hell Gate Channel Held Up In Congress Fight
In Washington on August 17 a heated battle delayed action on the naval bill amid President Roosevelt’s recommendations. Lawmakers debated funding for a submarine base near Puget Sound and a channel through Hell Gate, with conferees trimming a $500,000 request and delaying a final decision as negotiations continue.
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Congress
Washington
Puget Saint
Norfolk
Heaton
Pantinoeth
CIA
Bia
Hell Gate
New York
Chae
Gein
Hail stones kill farmer in North Dakota storm
A farmer Rolette region, North Dakota, died when hail stones struck during a hall morning storm. The incident occurred as the storm moved across the area, with reports of heavy crop damage. Local sections describe the fatal blow as the storm broke and the farmer was found unconscious. he died within minutes.
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Rolette
Avebiji
Erickson
North Dakota
Telegram owner backs normal bill in Mortland election
The owner of the Evening Telegraph, Wheeler, visits with Editor W. South to Amith ranch. Wheeler supports the measure, aligning with most local citizens and businessmen who favor normal instruction for eastern region development.
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Porthind
LR. Wheeler
Editr
W. South
Amith Ranch
Vinayele
Wheeler la
Mortland
Oregon
Ninety Pendletonians Attend 0 W Annual Picnic
A garbled dental of Pendleton celebrates the 0 W annual picnic with Pendleton workers gathering at Grande Wisin and welcoming attendees. The event featured a train ride home and speeches by Brethen A Laws, with members planning future gatherings and recognizing the day as a community gathering.
British Boat Docks With German Diver at Deal Port
A British boat docked at Deal as a German diver and submarine activity were reported. Passengers aboard the liner Mikania observed a search party near the port while authorities detained the ship and investigated the incident.
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Whs
Mikania
Therman
Deal
Alain
Local Man Proposes Anti Torpedo Ship Net Device
Travelstead a dairyman at the Eastern Oregon State Hospital describes an antisubmarine invention to save ships from torpedo attacks. The system uses a motor powered network of chains that surrounds a vessel and folds away when not in danger. The device is claimed to slow ships slightly when deployed but not affect speed when stowed and has been tentatively submitted to the navy department for patenting.
Mexican Revolution Facts From Carriona Army Report
A fragment from Col Ledwiiee recounts the rise of Francisco Madero, his political downfall, and Huerta's seizure of power. It notes Madero’s initial victories, alleged treachery, and his assassination the path of an American plot to restore liberal rule amid upheaval.
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Carriona
Franches Madero
Ding
Ilegal
Madero
United States
Wimwell
Eople
Mackeil
Joffre Honors American Women at Ceremony
General Joffre welcomed American woman Alise Ghrite at a public event in Paris praising American contributions to the Allied war effort. The ceremony highlighted gratitude for civilian support and featured remarks on Franco American cooperation during the conflict.
Allied Air Raid Described By German Girl Letter
A German girl writes of wartime chaos during Allied air raids, detailing a night of bombing that devastated towns and killed many civilians. She notes soldiers, hospitals, and the front, recounting her brother William wounded and later tended by his fiancée, with harsh conditions and relentless destruction.
Permit to Move Seven Room House by Pacific Co Manager Ed Mable
Ed Mable manager of Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co has secured a permit to move a seven room house from College Street to Lawls Street. The structure recently arrived from Bu Bwitler for a new home and neighbors report efforts to clear route and address potential street obstacles.
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Ed Mable
Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co
College Street
Lawls Street
Bu Bwitler
Mable
Hughes Assn 4 Policy Adopted for Philippines
In Portland Oregon Charles E Hughes urged the Democratic party to commit to a policy for the Philippines. He argued national honor and obligations require continued involvement and warned against scuttling out. He defended protective tariffs and military preparedness to meet European competition after the war.
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Portland
Ore
Ang Li
Charles E. Hughes
Democratic Party
Hughes
Almiune
Philippines
Welflinen
Europe
Teanonables
No. Conn Progres
Wheat Steady After Easy Opening
Wheat prices showed a firm undertone after a light start. The market featured steady to firm bids across reported prices with limited selling pressure and a cautious trading tone in Chicago and Portland sessions.
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Desunler
Hunters Read the Same Deer Story Across Region
Durr Phelps claims rivals spoiled his opening day deer chances after word spread of a deer sighting. Hewdine’s article hints a long-standing rival forewarned and disrupted plans near Crumie Meadows. A large party trailed the same deer, arriving days early to stake the area, with twelve others seeking the same buck and scrambling to beat dawn.
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Durr Phelps
Val Raley
Hewdine
Crumie
Allan
Pendipten
U4th Ata
Uitte
Wilsons Eight Hour Day Push Up For Rail Presidents
President Wilson summoned eighteen railroad presidents to Washington for a personal conference on the eight hour day and other demands. Six hundred forty trainmen began moving into the White House, with several managers opposing arbitration. The session aimed to set an immediate eight hour day, while leaders voiced cautious acceptance and warned against only a temporary settlement.
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Washington
Wilson
Railroad Brotherhoods General Committee
White House
A. B. Garretson
Garretson
Chicago
Ripery
Santa Fe
Willard
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
National Hotel
White House East
Pennsylvania Avenue
Chambers
Brotherhood
Railroad ideation and policy debate amid wartime tensions
A fragmentary report discusses railway leaders and publishers in a treaty context with references to panics and concessions. It notes Wileyin and M. Glenn amid debates on sustaining railroad attitudes during European conflict and potential invitations to a conference in San Francisco. The text is garbled but centers on industry leaders evaluating policy shifts and wartime impacts.
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Chicago
Wiley Fin
Washington
Bob Ripley
Sante Fe
Hipley
Hn M. Glenn
Manufacturm News
Wither
Tyner
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