Local Woman Burned Dies After Fire At Home
Mrs Mable Blackwood, a Portia employee, suffered severe burns in an explosion mistaken for coal oil at 08 Taleth street this morning. Frank Whetstone smothered the flames and rushed her to St Anthony's hospital where she died at 2:20 this afternoon. Husband away, no children reported.
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Mable Blackwood
Taleth Street
Blackwood
Frank Whetstone
St. Anthony’s Hospital
Mer
Pacific Coast Elevator Company
Herp
Portia
Japanese Race Discrimination Protest Across Nation
In TORIG on Feb 1 Japanese statesmen push for a national base meeting to demand the League of Nations abolish all race discrimination, signaling a coordinated effort to address international racial policy.
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Torig
League of Nations
Oregon Officers Arrive in New York
New York February 1 The Transport Siboney arrived today with A926 soldier Armong aboard Major K. K. Gandon of Port Stevens Oregon Captain oc Selfrit of Nelingham Washington and W Mertin of Port.
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New York
Siboney
Armong Tose
Arg
K. K. Gandon
Port Stevens
Ore
Oc. I. Selfrit
Nelingham
Wash
W. Mertin
Port
American transport aground off Wembridge point forces rescued
London February 1 The transport Narragincott carrying American troops ran ashore off Wembridge point. Troops were evacuated by ferries and Beverncraft. Twenty five hundred soldiers were rescued with no casualties reported.
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London
Hawke
Southampton
Wembridge Point
Beverncraft
Claude Baker Reported Dead, Then Found Alive and Well
Letters from overseas revealed Claude Baker, presumed dead from wounds, is alive and well with the Army in Germany. He writes from Der 14, 20, and a third date detailing his status and machine gun unit. His father and sister learn of the mistake. Baker previously listed as wounded in October and later reported dead.
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Claude Baker
Germany
Haps
Rowelord
Heck
M.T. Baker
Pilot Rock
Mies Ova Baker
Pilot Tock
Pretiotan High School
Wil Faker
Navy
Agricultural bill passed by House allocating funds
Washington February 1 The agricultural appropriation bill passed the House carrying about 41 million dollars for agricultural programs. The measure funds crop support and rural development, with initial estimates suggesting total costs around 31 million overall.
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HOUSE
Ammunition Train Explosion Kills Ten
PBS reports a munitions train between Auback and Longwy exploded today. Ten people were killed including sixty six German prisoners, three French soldiers and one American soldier.
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PBS
Auback
Longwy
Schools Strive to Recover Time After Shutdown
In the wake of a prolonged closure many schools move to recapture lost time. Superintendent Allotin notes efforts to resume Monday while addressing concerns about eradicating the disruption. About two thirds of high school pupils kept pace with minimal loss. one third, mainly first year students, struggled with home study plans.
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Witwatton
Allotin
Crigin
Bert Lort
Jim Bowler Praises Columbia Over Rhine In Wartime Letter
Sergeant Jim Bowler describes the Columbia’s mobility and reliability compared with the Rhine front. He notes Holt caterpillars outperform French tractors, recounts movement, rough ground, and harsh weather as his unit advances toward Coblenz, with pride in their march and the scenery along the Rhine.
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Jamest
Mowler
Columbia
Holt
Lever
G. A. Hartman
Gronthauen
Germany
Bowler
Demobilization Passes Million Mark In U S Return
The press notes demobilization passes the one million mark with 1,242,000 men in the United States and 12 oversea returns. The report highlights high morale, claims food is good, and mentions troop housing and tent installations amid climate challenges.
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U. S
Washington
United States
Bret
Junior Red Cross elects new county secretary
At a Junior Red Cross executive meeting county secretary RK Chloupok resigned and W W Green was elected secretary. Mrs Marsh will continue directing junior work with Mrs Green assisting. Judge CH Marsh and others were named to audit retiring accounts.
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RK. E. Chloupok
W. W. Green
Prenn
Duilon
Chiowpek
Powitlon
Junto Red
Crem
Thiuing
eMrm
Marsh
Tle
Bhe
Mra. W. W. Green
Miter
Mra. Marsh
CH. Marsh
Co. K. Cranster
RB. Me Mayberry
Eros acoCoUnis
Montgomery named manager of Farmers Union Grain Co
J E Montgomery becomes manager of the Farmers Union Grain Agency Pendleton succeeding Troy W Ayers and will oversee local business and the elevators and warehouses at Pendleton Patton Msrick Athena Pilot Rock and Nolin. He previously led the Pacific Elevator Co for ten years and later worked with Balfour Guthrie Co before retiring to Montana as an investor.
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E. Montgomery
Farmers Union Grain Agency
Pendicton
Troy W. Ayers
Tocal
Patton
Msrick
Athena
Pilot Hock
Nolin
Montgomery
The
Pacific<ptheedt Elevator Co
Balfour-Guthrie Co
Pacific Oost Blorsier Co
Montana
Strike settlement appears probable in Tacoma labor dispute
Tacoma February 1 The hope of ending the shipyard strike and a general walkout grew brighter after a telegram from Washington announced that the May adjustment board and the employer fleet corporation discuss a reconvened session. The sale of Mary workers may rise from 4.16 to 5.59 a day.
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Tacoma
Waalsington
May Adjustment Board
Emecraeny Fleet Corporation
Mary
Army Physician Spalding Arrives to Join Pendleton Medical Staff
Dr Je M Spalding, four years in Pilot Rock practice and former Army physician, arrived in Pendleton today to join Dr EO Parker. He served as obstetrician surgeon at Port Rilea Camp Pendleton Kansas and Camp Beuregard Louisiana and Suny Cody New Mexico, and his background includes field medical service and Army camp duties. He practiced at St Vincent Hospital in Nevada after leaving army service.
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Je M. Spalding
Pilot Rock
Eo, Perker
Vr. Spalding
Pendleton
Spalding
Port
German Troops Attack Poles Along Eastern Frontier
Dispatches report German forces assaulting Polish positions along the eastern border, seizing artillery and machine guns at Gruntha and Growamekll while fighting intensifies as Berlin troops push toward key cities. Workmen revolt in Brien and prepare to defend the city amid government troop movements from Berlin. Vienna police mobilize to curb shop pillaging as unrest spreads nationwide.
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Povera
Polnta
Wunsheln
Growamekll
Broen
Copenhagen
Berlin
Vienna
Yertenday Boery Pres Moindle
Thouseamds
Unem- Hoey
Spyakern
Picture shows reopen this evening at Alm and Pretioe theatres
The Alm and Pretioe theatres reopen to the public this afternoon at 1:00 and 7:00 o clock respectively with new programs. Norma Talmidge appears in a eight reel feature titled Love and a comedy in two scenes. At Mastine, Douglas Fairbank stars in Matrovianaine with a partner in a light comedy. Both venues plan daily operations with regular program changes.
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Alm
Pretioe
Douglas Fairbarke
Segular
Half Million Plan Britain Walkout
London February 1 half a million workers threaten a general strike next week to force government action. Underground staff demand a ten hour day and higher wages. other unions plan walkouts. Clerks seeking complete union representation and shorter hours may join, risking paralyzed transport and broad labor action across Britain.
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London
Firitain
Deland
Ofer
Socomtmeying
Ultimatim
Th Bourherm Wales Electrical Workers
Mca
Rwlich
Mann
Thousand boiler makers walk out in support of strike
About a thousand boilermakers walk out in a shipyard area amid a strike tied to an Iron Trade Confederation order. The walkout includes a plan to count the workers on pickets and panels, as union leaders demand wage terms and benefits.
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Ban Francis
Pet
Thotsand
Ehoor Miteide
Ehipwardie, Churmek Fewhay
Macy
Pivotal Success Won Wilson May Not Make Second Trip Overseas
Paris dispatch reports that the peace congress speeds up work under President Wilson who expects to frame a League of Nations constitution within weeks. He advocates multiple committees to handle issues, speeding ratification and details while urging a rapid 10 hour workday. The preliminary session aimed to accelerate action on the framework and German colonies questions.
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Wilson
Robert Bexder
United Pres
Use
United Press
Paris
Pee Congress
Wilton
Prance
League of Nation
Powar
Orher
Polation
Proll Porgueon
Fett
May Withdraw From Russian Soil and Proposals Accepted
Reported in Paris that officials may withdraw from Russian soil at once as Lenine offers a proposal. The British reportedly plan to cover their troops by March and the United States contemplates 15,000 to 16,000 in Siberia as negotiations with Russia continue in Paris.
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U. Seas
Washington
Belo
Archameel
Siberia
Paris
Adams to build memorial post office for soldiers
Adin Tas started a fund for a memorial post office in Adams to honor men who served in the army and navy. The concrete 26 by 40 foot building will include a name board of every local serviceman and their branch. Funds pledged exceed needs, with a committee led by J T Lieuallen and G Richerson arranging the drive and reception plans.
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Adin Tas
Pestoffice Beuilding
SMW
Adams
Inland Truck & Tractor opens Pendleton branch
The Inland Truck and Tractor Co opens a Pendleton branch on Cottonwood Street with A E B Page as manager. The Spokane company distributes four Yuba belt tread tractors across Oregon Washington Idaho Montana, aiming to expand in Eastern Oregon.
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Inland Truck & Tractor Co
Spokane
Pendleton
Son Cottonwood Street
Inland ‘Track & ‘Tractor Co
Toll State
Ead Chat
Arentina
Walla Walle
Page
All American Philippines Panama Canal Pact Announced
The peace conference ends colonial possessions and waterways disputes with a plan to coauthor a global canal and Philippines status. President Wilpon discusses League of Nations alignment and Monroe Doctrine implications with Lord Orwell and General Smith as Congress nears review.
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PAIS
Tree
Monroe Downine
Troops Added to Convoy in Washington Report
February 1 report from Washington states that the third, sixth and other battalions have been assigned to a priority convoy. The move follows heightened security needs and aims to support escort and protection duties along key routes.
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Washington
al Bert
Parents Claim They Did Not Desert Child Bert Ledgitt
Pendleton morning arrival from Portland confirms Mr and Mrs J Ledgitt are Bert Ledgitt’s parents. The 14 year old was taken to St Anthony’s hospital by Red Cross for tuberculosis treatment. They deny desertion reports and say they brought him for his health after illness and continue to provide care.
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Mr. and
Mire
J. Ledgitt
Pendleton
Portland
Bert Ledgitt
St. Anthony's Hospital
Red Crom
Formational labor legislation debated in peace settlement reparations talks
Paris February 1. A special committee handling reparations and damages began formal consideration of formational labor legislation as part of the peace settlement. The session focused on seismic issues surrounding compensation and enforcement measures.
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Paris
Comrmittes
Messages From France Recount War Letters and Repaired Bullets
The letters from nine men in France describe everything repaired from bullet damage, responses to Christmas tellers, and personal reflections. Corporal H Young, a former contractor, writes about the large troop letters, propaganda leaflets, and soldiers expressing longing for home and duty as the war continues.
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Senccant FM
Young
Nile Sohooh
Holt
Pembleton
MHP Staim
Newt
Let
Teung
Frater
Almee- Lorraine
England
Fran
Vbo Sreela Ff
Waleh
Pitta
J. M. Cormmeliaon
France
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J. T. Lieuallen
A. E Yoder
NEW Tractor Company
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H. Young
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