Mosier Hood River highway section nearly done
Hood River Feb 7 The Calymatla River Highway between Hood River and Mosier will be ready for traffic in about six weeks. The six mile off road project is valued at about 150000, the most expensive contract yet by the state highway commission. A 250 foot tunnel near Hood River-Wasco county has been completed with two windows to be added, offering a view of the Columbia River Gorge from 290 feet above the tracks.
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Southern California Road Signs Reportedly Reach 66133
The Automobile Club of Southern California releases a yearly survey noting 66 133 road signs across the state, with 4 929 new signs added in 1919. Most signs lie in eastern California deserts, and Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce supports the effort. For 1924 plans include guiding the National Old Trail trans continental highway from Kansas City to Los Angeles, with silent direction markers to avoid motorist confusion. Four trucks operate daily to erect and replace signs.
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Motorists to Fight Oregon Gasoline Law
The Oregon Motor Association plans to oppose a state gasoline law tied to a direct tax on motorists. They argue the measure raises costs by 1 1-2 cents per gallon and hinders refinery and engine development. The group contends the law imposes burdens on Oregon drivers and could raise prices at the pump.
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Ship aground sends distress to rescuers
Reported wireless message received from the liner Printoee Aster indicates the ship has run ashore. Details are garbled but confirm a distress situation requiring rescue efforts and indicate communications with rescuers are underway.
Passenger Ship Moves Toward Shore, No Immediate Danger
A passenger vessel named No Immediate Danger from SEW YORE was driven ashore on Long Island. Up to 104 passengers were aboard the ship. Initial reports say the peril is not immediate, with authorities assessing the situation near dawn. Emergency crews respond as rescue and salvage operations begin.
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Actor Hurtes Dies In Plane Jump Gone Wrong
Los Angeles, Feb 7. Motion picture actor Hurtes was killed when he fell 70 feet from an airplane during a comedy shoot at Beverly Hills. He was to drop a dummy from the plane with Lieutenant Walter Hawking, an aviator who reportedly had never had an accident. The mishap occurred during the stunt as the actor attempted the drop.
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High Class Auto Repair Offered at Moderate Price
Repair shop promises top quality servicing for aging cars with careful evaluation. A trial is suggested to prove the value and restore conditions at a moderate cost.
Burgess Boy Mistaken for Dummy in Frightful Fall
Camera crew and director photographed a falling figure, mistaking Burgess' boy for a dummy. They only realized the error when removing the dummy from wires where it had landed. Attorney Newton urged sedition legislation, condemning socialist left wing and other groups as he spoke before home district committees. Washington reported on the government debt repudiation talk.
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