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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1920
Page
8
Former service personnel with lapsed war term policies may reinstate within 18 months after discharge by paying two months’ premiums on the reinstated amount. Eligibility requires good health at discharge or end of grace period. Admin authority notes policy details. Reinstatement can be done without formal health proof within three months after discharge, provided the two months’ premium is paid.
Washington report notes War Department laundries earned profits of 10728094 in November 1919. The 40 laundries processed 6,566,946 pieces of clothing for enlisted men, at about 87 cents per month per soldier for washing and ironing, reflecting efficient operations during wartime.
The 1918 act broadened exemptions beyond married or single status to include household heads and dependents. A worker supporting relatives at home may claim a $2000 exemption, plus $200 per dependent child, with additional rules for dependents under 18 or disabled. deductions for charitable gifts were limited, and 1919 rates were 4 percent on net income with filing deadlines.
In a Washington report the Department of Agriculture tests electrocution as a method to deter and prevent warehousing losses from pest attacks in cereals. The study also investigates whether fumigation can reduce damage from stored insect activity and seeks data on effectiveness and safety.
In a Washington memo the Adjutant General explains reserve officers are required to seek permission before leaving the service and must report their whereabouts unless serving in intelligence or other roles where leave may be limited. The policy aims to prevent unauthorized departures during training periods.
At the request of county clerk A G Moyer Colonel E Hofer will file a friendly suit tomorrow challenging the collection of the dog tax. The action seeks to halt collection pending the Supreme Court ruling on the issue, with County Clerk Joger noting the tax law questions and possible exactions.
Receipts in the North Pacific district for six months ending May 1919 rose to 1,274,900 from 1,043,000 a year earlier, driven by timber sales and water power grants. The Whittier national forest led with 446,000, Tongass In Alaska 44,160.66, and southern Oregon water-related earnings followed. Total district revenue surpassed 7,000,000 with entries from fire, timber trespass, and settlement fees.
Government built the camp at massive cost then sold it to Harris Brothers Contracting Co. for 500000. Expected quick removal and dismantling with remaining buildings to be reused at a new post. Nearby towns will pay 99000 for sewer fee rights amid the transfer.
Washington February report from the comptroller of the currency shows about one in six deposits in the United States held accounts in national banks during the fiscal year. The total deposits reached roughly 200,000,000 with many accounts consisting of small sums.
France will present memorial certificates as a token of gratitude to America for WWI service. Ceremonies statewide under American Legion auspices on February 22 will deliver certificates to the War Department for distribution through recruiting offices. Names of fallen soldiers will be added as records are compiled, with Franklin Booth's certificates featuring each hero's name and rank.
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