Senate seeks compromise on treaty pact amid dissent
Washington Dec 17 unofficial conciliation committees in the Senate work to bridge the treaty divide. Led by Lodge and Hitchcock, they probe sentiment on both sides to draft reservations likely to win acceptance. Article 10 stands as the main obstacle as leaders push for ratification with possible covenant exclusion.
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J. W. T. Martin
Washington
Senate
Hitchenh
Fato
Wilson
Pork Price Drop On Eve Of Conference
Chicago reports a drop in pork prices as officials meet Attorney General Palmer to discuss strategies. Bacon fell to 46 cents per pound, lard down 12 cents, pork shoulder to 40 cents, with hog prices easing. Beet prices also edged lower as exports and marketing practices shift.
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Chicago
Palmer
Mackeors
Howe
Newspaper Conference Outlines Two Courses
The Oregon Vale newspaper conference outlines two postgraduate subjects for February 20 and 21. Topics include modern business methods in printing and publishing and reader value in news. Thirteen Hastings of Ban Prancipco will chair scientific cooperation in print and publishing with PACAYTOMO standards under Elbert Tiate.
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University OF Oflegon
Pagene
Del
Oregon Vale
Conformaos
School of
Prowt Commons
Hive Miner Valuec
Fuelifty Menecamary
Braiehen
Tleney M. Hastings
Ban Prancipco
Aidw
Pacaytomo
Elbert Tiate
Cotings Grove Sentinel
Death notice for N Veeder Van Petten in Portland
N Veeder Van Petten is reported called by death in Portland. The obituary notes a long life, mentions his wife Mrs Coeetta Capers and daughter, and states details about his birth in Poone and later life in Ponies. The fragmentary text references a business connection with the Von Detta fata Company and a funeral notice.
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N. Veeder van Petten
Fortland
Detten
Intarin
Lireteen
Metten
Poon
von Detar Fata Company
Knox Resolution Attempts to Ratify Peace Pact Fails Again
A Knox resolution to ratify a treaty without broader support failed once more as senators debated alignment with Germany. Nelson and McKellar urged swift action while Knox pressed for a separate peace proposal, highlighting foreign policy divisions in the chamber.
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Wakhexoton
Nex 4Oday
Tiemgt
Merneldor
Wwf
Knox
Jean Apods
Pelytiona Camorition
Fuel ban lifted from essential industries
Government lifts restrictions on essential industries affecting transport and delivery. Public utilities and municipal services resume normal operations, with state consumers to be served by forward delivery and continued supply of water, mail, and newspaper distribution under the order.
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Gonmomerne
Pubic Witton
Colonel Pays High Tribute To 146th F A Bronze Star Winners
The 146th Field Artillery received praise from Colonel Fant A Wertauch after 22 men from the regiment who hailed Pendleton as home were singled out for five Bronze Stars. Wertauch, returning to civil life as Matlock Fruit & Produce Co. president, said the unit showed exemplary conduct and morale despite demanding service.
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F. A
A. Wertauch
Walle Walla
Wertauch
Matlock Fruit
Tomorrow Last Day Ballot Notice For Peace Treaty Referendum
Voter guidance warns that tomorrow is the final day to cast ballots on the peace treaty referendum. The election authority states ballots must be published for one week and counted accurately, with scrutiny on any errors or late submissions.
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Peton
Vito Hreebiedl
Minnie
Ignae
Mistaken for Bobcat Fatality Near Pilot Brook
Ashley Janes killed in a hunting accident while misidentified as a bobcat. Jinon, of Pilot Jiook, accused cousin Padsuenet. report states the rifle discharged during a chase, wounding Janes fatally. Coroner informed. body at Piet Rock, arrangements pending. Mr. Jatew, local stock raiser, known since childhood. surviving family includes father Al ine and five siblings.
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Jiook
Padsuenet
Jane
Aline
Ane
Warner
Bla
Janes
Jaen
Toole Rhobirds
Frenwater
Syrat
Gadofetelle
Thelia Jones
Hennvet
Commisison Discharges State Biologist Finley
News brief reports Finley, a state biologist, was discharged after a hearing. The commissioner gave him a chance to defend himself while notifying him of a change in status. Local sources describe the move as a formal personnel action with limited detail.
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Moweland
Newe
Foley
Finley
Nh Cheno
Wwe
Seth Util de Wood
Coal Production Nears Peak as Operators Hire Minors
In Chicago today, workers report production nearing peak levels. Minors are employed with government oversight ensuring safety and compliance as operators ramp up output to match expected demand.
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Chicago
Tee
Weathering disturbance and unsettled forecast in town
On December 17 the town reports sleet and rain with a 34 degree low and above zero by daybreak. Forecasters debate next move with chatter of possible snow or rain and a cold chinook pattern. rumors say a thaw is arriving and service times show trains arriving today despite icy streets.
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Ion
Othomy
Menala
City Tax Rates Rise in 1919 Budget Debate
The city proposes 41.2 mills for 1918 against 27.6 mills for 1918, with 1919 roll taxes set to 12 mills on property—an increase of about 29.5 percent. Officials note real estate valuations rose and overall tax burden will grow despite a lower rate in some districts.
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Penncton
Hilt We Wiel
AstiMeor C.F. Strein
Woman Charged With Two Years With Husband’s Affinity
In Los Angeles on December 17 a wife faced charges for living two years with her husband’s intemate, accused by Mrs. John Freeman. The case involves alleged complicity in the minor’s delinquency and threats, with Freeman claiming marriage to another man and the husband’s alleged paternity. The hearing follows childbirth and related claims, as the wife fights divorce and martial remand.
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Ts Angeles
Mike Charter
Tilihorn
Gandy
Phe Cies
Freeman
Phirathy
Fragmented OCR Notice from Ohio Historical Society
A damaged OCR block mentions Miss Gertrude Badin and a state business director with references to the Wo Wo organization and a San iAation. Readable content is limited. no clear event, date, or outcome is established in the fragments.
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Mies
Gertrude Badin
Busines Anit
Famine Threat Across Austria Warns Allies in Dire Plea
A volatile report claims Gaunt Famine threatens Austria and could devastate nations. a professor predicts a vast storm of disasters with quakes and volcanic activity across Mule, Japan, Java, Attuka, Hawaii and Central America. Porta denies ending the predicted events and urges calm while warning of border ruin and social upheaval.
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Mule
Japan
Java
Attuka
Hawii
Central America
Pacific
Gompers and Railroad Brotherhoods Attack Cummins Bill
In Washington, Samuel Gompers and union officials urged Congress to withdraw the Cummins bill and extend government control of railroads at least two years. A 25 member delegation planned to press President Wilson for continued state of government operation, arguing the anti strike provisions would criminalize patriotic workers.
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Cummins
Washington
Comening Railroad
Congress
Samuel ©. Gospers
Raily Rad Brotherhoods
Mauners
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
White House
Wilson
Gomper
Senate Committee
Ttre
Income tax returns begin January in Umatilla county
Taxpayers in Umatilla county must file at the Pendleton office of W D Chamberlain U S deputy collector of internal revenue. Returns are due by March 15 with a lower rate this year 12 percent on income beyond 4000 and 40 percent on the first 4000. Estimated county total income tax payments run into the tens of thousands, with many nearing the state line totals.
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Umatilla County
Pendleton
W. D. Chamberlain
Internal Revenue
Chamberlain le
Portland
Ps Yeuen
Rte
Chamberlain
Multtomah
Pendleton Drops 10 Third in Bank List
Pendleton ranked tenth in a bank list with 25,060 24025 figures noted. The article references superintendent lines and September qualifications, mentioning a place near Portland and a rise in figures to 74922 with increasing state figures and bank entries.
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Pendleton
Pondietoy
Portland
Wil H W. Bennet
Lise Nowerye
End of world weather sparks forecaster warnings
Washington reports forecasters warn of below normal temperatures across many sections while unofficial notices claim terrible storms scour the earth. The planetary conjunction was not linked to the cold wave, as officials caution against sensational predictions tied to the sun and planets.
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Washington
German Time Limit Bound to Fix Soon
Paris December 17 peace conference plans to submit a final note to Germany this week fixing the time limit for signing the protocol. Allied and German experts reportedly clashed over compensation for the sinking of the Scapa Flow fleet, but delays are not expected to halt the protocol signing.
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Paris
Germany
Ats
Pendleton News Overview and City Notes
A compact Pendleton summary spans weather notes and daily city items. Included are brief overseas diary mentions and local notes on the state and nation reflecting a mid century newspaper style.
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Pendleton Merete
Beerett Trav
Winectary
Dolnae
Dvoffa
Penlieton
Todente API AG Ag Hume Proton Pier
Thie Timhes
Tn Comite Bite
Imatitia Ecoinhy
Bockal
Werwmad
Pendleton
Catastrophe at Hand If Allies Do Not Aid Paris
Rome dispatch reports famine advancing through Austria threatening women and civilians, with Cardinal Piffl urging Austria to seek economic union with Germany to preserve independence. He condemned peace terms and warned production and morale are collapsing as Allied aid remains uncertain.
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Rome
Austria
Kirtiry
Atatrin
Pletire
Cardinal Piffl
Archulahap
Vienna
Rincomiry
County Leads All in Winter Wheat Acreage
Cmatilla county leads winter wheat acreage with 177,060 acres sown, according to a report by F. L. Kent of the U S Bureau of Crop Estimates. Oregon shows a nationwide acreage drop of about 9 percent with state condition around 40 percent. Sherman county follows with 126,400 acres and 68 percent condition. Morrow county ranks third with 92,000 bushels and 5 percent condition. Oregon total 724,134 acres.
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Cmatilla
Samount
F. L. Kent
U. S& Bureau of Corp
Oregon
United States
Sherman County
Morrow County
Wholesale gasoline price rises amid 32 cent increase
The Standard Co announces a 32 cent rise in wholesale gasoline in Orn sot, with the local oil office noting the change will push retail prices higher. Current wholesale price is 37 cents, matching Port and, while retail stands at 30 cents per gallon. The hike is deemed necessary to cover refining and handling costs under the Oregon gasoline tax law.
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Orn
Oregon
Harry New Calmest Alleged Criminal Is Attorney's Comment
In Los Angeles on December 16, attorney Le Comin Davis described Farry New as the calmer man under such circumstances. Davis noted New will appear in court tomorrow facing a murder charge and will strive to prove he was not responsible for the shooting of his sweetheart Lewent.
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LOS Angels
Dee
Farry
Lecomin Davis
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