Leap to Fame at the Alta Theatre Today
Caryle Binckwell and Evelyn Greeley star in Leap to Fame opening at the Alta Theatre today. The World Pictures release features a World War I incident, a swift plot, and scenes shot aboard a private yacht. The film promises high entertainment with glamour and suspense throughout, drawing on the popular pair’s appeal.
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Alta Theatre
Caryle Binckwell
Evelyn Greeley
Carlyle Binckwell
Evelyn Greely
Mr. Clackwell
Miek Greeley
Virginia Pearson Stars in Her Price at the Pastime
Virginia Pearson headlines the Willem Fox production Her Price at the Pastime as hundreds of aspiring actresses watch for their own breakthrough. The story follows Maurice Calhoun’s determined wife who pursues ambition at any cost, testing love and self worth in a gripping moral struggle.
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Willem Fox
Virginia Pearson
Fox Studios
Maurice Calhoun
Hla
Marcela
Negroes in the Army Loyal and Patriotic Says Moton
Tuskegee Institute principal Dr. Robert R Moton notes that over 256000 Negro soldiers serve in the U S Army and have earned the debt of citizenship through their service in France. He asserts intelligent colored people are answering the call and supporting the war effort.
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Robert R. Motom
Tuskegee
Booker T. Washington
Dr. Moton
Double Proven Kidney Remedy Testimony Ad
Pendleton reader Mr William MacTreager of 711 Lilteth Street testifies in 1910 and again in 1916 that Doan's Kidney Pills cured his back pain urinary distress and breathlessness after other remedies failed. He endorses Doan's as equal to any kidney treatment priced a dollar at dealers.
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Wm. Mactreager
Lilteth St
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Dean
Doan
Great Benefit From Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
A Utica New York woman, Mrs Geo Schaeffer, writes that she suffered indigestion for years but after using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin she is no longer troubled and praises it as a laxative.
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Geo. Schaeffer
West Ave
Utica
N.Y
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin The Perfect Laxative
An old fashioned remedy sold by druggists for constipation relief. The ad promises a gentle fast-acting effect from simple laxative herbs. A trial bottle is offered free by writing to Dr W B Caldwell at 458 Washington Street Monticello Illinois.
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W. B. Caldwell
Washington Street
Monticello
Ilinois
Negro Honor and Draft Loyalty Boost Civil Rights Hopes
Amid wartime strains, officials and soldiers pledge equal rights for Black troops. Secretary Baker orders colored units to serve alongside whites, praising loyalty and urging public education and protection. Col Mose and Tuskegee Hampton graduates cited as exemplars. two Hamilton men win Croix de Guerre for bravery. calls arise for full function and citizen privileges for Negro servicemen.
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Denmersoy
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Jamon A. Moss
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Gradintes
Hamilton
Jail-obsessed traveler jailed then released to move on
Frank Guest, described as a suspicious character, was arrested about three miles west of Aurora Oregon and lodged in jail before being sent to Salem. He claimed to dislike work and prefer prison life, saying he had spent months in jails in San Francisco Oakland Marysville Jacksonville and other Oregon towns. The sheriff declined to prosecute for begging and ordered him to continue on his way toward Portland. The traveler, about 40 years old, warned of the bluff in the local flea work ordinance and sought Marion county jail lodging.
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Artillery Brigade Being Formed at Camp Lewis
Three thousand selective service soldiers transferred from the 164th depot brigade form the nucleus of the 1th Field Artillery brigade at Camp Lewis on August 31. They head to the 37th and 53th artillery units, bringing regiments toward half strength under temporary command of Lieut. Gol Harold E. Marr.
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1Th Field Artillery
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53Th
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Gol Harold £. Marr
Shipbuilding vs housekeeping at Portland yard
In a Portland shipyard scene workers discuss shifts, with male crews doing heavy deck work and lighter lumber handling noted. The report contrasts shipbuilding duties with housekeeping tasks, quoting Mrs Matel Path on deck cleanliness and crew routines amid industry employment.
Oregon faces extra two million dollar tax need
Oregon tax officials debate how to raise additional revenue for the biennium. Governor Withycombe predicts a state need near 14 million dollars with 7.2 million in current revenues, leaving about a 2 million dollar annual shortfall. A four mill levy and possible special election are discussed. University of Oregon budget requests 690,400 in excess revenues plus 190,700 for an armory and 106,000 for a women’s building, contingent on private matching funds.
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Olcott
Kay
Galloway
University of Oregon
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University Newis Armory
Wome
Dalarien
Gecesi Thain
Mooney Defense to Appeal to U S Court
In San Francisco on August 22 Thomas Mooney's defense announced immediate appeal to the United States Supreme Court. Attorney McNutt said the state Supreme Court offers no remedy for perjury and fraud found in the courts and they will seek a remedy in the nation's highest court.
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Thomas Mooney
United States Supreme Court
Wie Ottofieyvs
McNutt Anid
Su Preme Court
Agitator Hall Bound Over After Railway Hearing
United States Commissioner Dirks bound over W. Be Hall following a hearing on August 22 in Spokane. Testimony showed Hall traveled from China after a trial to aid a general strike to free Haywood Mooney and other political prisoners, distributing literature and organizing.
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W. BE. Hall
United Sates
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Stokes Mooney
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