Government tax bill aims for one billion revenue
Treasury officials say the proposed bill would levy about $60 per person this year and $46 next year, totaling roughly 1.4 billion this year and 2.06 billion in the following year. To cover the remaining funds beyond one third of the required amount, supporters expect two liberty bond issues this year.
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Mixed 1910s U S news item brief from Washington
Washington reports the sixty ninth regiment of artillery from Oregon sailed February 4 for the United States. In Oakland a strike vote closes with 2,500 idle and 8,500 laid off. shipyards face suspension. Government ownership and joint operation of railroads is proposed by the Big Four Brotherhoods in a Senate Commerce Commission outline.
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Diaine Takes Out License For Third Marriage In New York
James Gillette Diaine, reported as James G. Hiaine, presidential candidate, filed for a third marriage license in New York on Monday. He appeared with his betrothed, Mrs. Whitney Wheeler of Rockland, a bond agent of San Francisco. Diaine was born in August and his first wife died. he was divorced from his second wife four years ago, while Wheeler recently secured a divorce five days prior.
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No Fin Caseca at Rt. Anthony's Hospital Recovered
No Fin Caseca at Rt Anthony's hospital reports all patients recovered from Spanish influenza. The facility states there is no active influenza care required and all beds are now available.
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Rt. Anthony's Hospital
Humble YMCA Worker Hosts to King and Queen
J E Harrison of Baltimore arrived in England as YMCA worker for American doughboys but was drafted into royal service by King George and Queen Mary. He managed personnel at the Washington Inn hotel for American officers and escorted dignitaries during visits, including appearing in front-row cinema moments.
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J. E. Harrison
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England
Washington Inn
Local man caught at Medford with suitcase of booze
Judvon Bowdre, Mendieton sheep herder, en route from Hornbrook, was arrested at Medford with 26 half pint bottles of wine. He pled guilty to importing into Oregon before Judge Tester, posting $100 bond. Officers report finding an ex prison record, suggesting possible prior offense.
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BO Machine Shops Close Down in S F
Fifteen hundred workers quit today after wages and a Saturday half holiday were denied by employers. The meeting drew about seventy workers and attendees at the city library board report. Officials and officers named include Manuel Fricdiey president and FE J Sommoergille vice president.
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Investigation of French Seaboard Camps Demanded
Washington Feb 7 A telegram from John Rueh president of the Michigan Society declares conditions in the camps in France are sufficiently bid to warrant sendte incontikation. Delegates appointed Profess or Geurar teron and William Allen White have agreed as American delegates to the joint conference of associated powers with the Boredan faction of Prinkinos announced.
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Seattle Declares Essential Businesses Run Under Martial Cover
Seattle’s early Star edition reports the city will operate essential enterprises under military and police protection. The mayor urges every resident to support Americanism, obey laws, and endure rationing while authorities distribute copies and post notices.
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House Passes 75 Dollar Teachers Wage Bill
Salem Feb 7 The lower house passed no bill making the mil and teachers salary The resolution supplementary constitutional amendment restoring the death penalty was tabled in the Senate Investigate Oration The Senate named no pene lation providing imvestigate of the Oregon ship bonding slathrom Step Toward Reduction Washington Feb 7 The government today took notes to ecttee in all commodities Official a pepe.
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Moonshine Still Found 16 Miles From New York
Federal agents report discovery of a moonshine operation about sixteen miles from New York City. The plant, described as a cuppered factory, had been in operation for over a decade with revenue officers seizing equipment and arresting several individuals connected to the operation.
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Armed troops pace streets of Spokane
Armed soldiers patrol Spokane streets to quell a toy demonstration, dispersing crowds and maintaining order as authorities confront radical agitators amid tense conditions in a wartime city.
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Peh
Wright
Gvighe Erent
Half Constitution Draft Completed in Paris Report
Paris reports half of a constitutional draft finished by a one zone committee. The brief item notes progress and next steps, with unclear details on the exact body or dates. Further official confirmation is awaited from the committee and associated authorities.
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League of One
Edward Crow Indian Dies at Lewiston Idaho
Edward Crow, a well known Umatilla county Indian, died today in Lewiston Idaho at about 30 after an operation. He is survived by three living children. Funeral arrangements have been made. The body will likely be shipped to Lewiston.
Railway Strike Threatens London Area Transit
A nation wide railway strike looms near London as subway workers consider renewed action. Officials report talks failing to avert walkouts and potential service disruption across key lines and schedules.
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Labor board may act to settle Beggithy strike
Washington Feb 7 The labor board may set a definite action date this afternoon to settle the Beggithy strike while officials in Washington and the Seat district discuss steps and possible appeals to President Wilson to use influence. Commander Morrison in Seattle takes personal charge of patrols amid strike duty.
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Infantry and Machine Gun Co. Stationed Through Tacoma
Detachment of 532 men from Camp Lewik arrives in Tacoma to guard government property. Troops are equipped with rifles bayonets and equipment similar to units sent to France, in readiness for any emergency arising from the strike.
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Delaware Strikers Tie Up River Yards
Trenton New Jersey February 7 A strike tied up every shipbuilding yard on the Delaware River. The Merchants' Shipbuilding corporation plant at Hartiman paused operations as ten thousand workers walked out.
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Germans Seek Voice in Land Disposal at League Meeting
February 7 in Zurich reports German delegates at the International Labor and Association Conference in Berne urging a say on land disposals and colonies. They pressed for Germany to retain a veto in the League of Nations on related issues.
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Pittock Will Names E. B. Piper Editor
The will of Henry J. Pittock leaves an estate over a million with a trust for two years. His five children share income thereafter while Piper is named managing editor of the Oregonian, to oversee duties if Pittock becomes incapacitated or declines.
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How German Army Spies Were Recruited
London dispatch describes wartime German spy recruitment practices. It notes that officers pressured soldiers by threatening family members, with captains using self letters to compel cooperation and reveal German military information. The piece highlights fear and coercion in espionage efforts.
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Dierykk
Bustling Metropolis Turns 70 Amid Citywide Strike
Seattle endures a historic general strike as armed patrols guard a blighted town. Food lines shrink, milk and baby supplies vanish, and streets lie deserted while sailors soldiers and volunteers bolster police. Officials promise better service after tensions ease.
First death in textile strike reported in Lawrence Massachusetts
The first death in the textile strike occurred early today as Diaggio Ventura was shot by an unknown assailant. The chaotic scene follows ongoing labor unrest and heightened diplomatic maneuvers amid mounting tensions in industrial Boston area.
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All Wounded Yankees Likely Out of England
News despatch notes that wounded American soldiers are evacuating to England where three hospitals run by the American Red Cross remain in operation. About 1,000 wounded have been treated there, with two hospitals in Liverpool and one at Southampton, and many were sent home in December. The article also mentions Britain’s peace delegation context in Paris.
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Missionary Show Pictures at Crossing Alaska
Missionary Meintowh will present 100 stereopticon views of Aphades of Nfs in the NOFEL at Toe Crossing Alaska. The lecture, under the women’s auxiliary, travels from Tan Crossing near Fairbanks, with no admission and a freewill collection. Meintowh, a 14-year resident of Aloe, will discuss Indians, relicton, met remlleye, writit, and nericulture, hoping to raise funds for a bolt to reach Yulhanks.
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Walkout Branded Trickery By Carmen Of Tacoma
Peb 7. Street car workers walkout yesterday. They repudiated action of the strike leader and claim safety from violence if they return to work. Carmen officials report the men fear retaliation and will refuse to resume duties until safety is assured. The protest is labeled as trickery by Carmen organizers amid labor unrest in Tacoma.
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