Malarkey minimum wage bill passes house in Salem
Salem Ore Feb 13 The house quickly passes the Malarkey minimum wage bill setting up a three member commission to fix a minimum wage for women and children, with hours and labor conditions and a $2500 yearly appropriation. Four dissenters switch, author notes governor veto possible. Also notes water law change and local railway bond issue debate.
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Salem
Ore
House
Mallarkey
Dssenters
Heltzel
Hill
Johnson
Massey
Mitchell
Senate
Blanchard
Josephine
Duke May Leave Canada Governor General Change Rumor
London reports a rumor that Earl Beauchamp may succeed the Duke of Connaught as governor general of Canada. The Duke and Duchess of Connaught are believed to return to England this year.
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Ottawa
England
Patricia
William Lygon
Earl Beauchamp
Duke of Connaught
Lettice Grosvenor
Duke of Westminster
Worcester
New Youth Wales
King Edward
Connaught
London
Canada
Cure a Cold in One Day Promises Laxative Bromide Tablets
Advertisement claims a one day cure for a cold using laxative bromine quinine tablets. Druggists refund money if the remedy fails. Signed by B. W. Grove, warning readers that the product is certain to work or refund applies.
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B. W. Grove
Gold Used as Medicine and Hoarded Wealth in India
Indian bankers report annual gold taken from South African mines is hoarded by natives, reducing circulation. Much wealth in gold and jewels is buried in India, with leaves of gold used medicinally and for regilding domes. A rajah imported sovereigns to center small window panes in his palace.
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London
India
South Africa
Indorsement of Owen Bill Withdrawn in Oregon House
Salem February 13. The Oregon House rejected the Owen bill to create a national department of public health and directed the secretary of state to telegraph Congress that the endorsement had been voted down. The bill had a stormy career after passing the Senate and was withdrawn by unanimous vote.
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Salem, Or
House
Oregon
Department of Public Health
Secretary of State
Congress
Senate
Protest letters flood in over Owen bill delay
Last week the suspension of the rules sparked protests as opponents charged the Owen bill would place the allopathic school of medicine in charge. They claimed the resolution was railroaded through the house and passed without understanding. On Monday the body voted to postpone indefinitely. Secretary Olcott notified Congress that the ideorrement had been adopted and refused to send another telegram without authority. The Abbott of Multnomah introduced the resolution directing immediate action.
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Allopathic School of Medicine
Olcott
Congress
Abbott
Multnomah
King a Banjo Enthusiast
London reports that the current court is not musical, with Queen Mary and Princess Mary lacking enthusiasm for music. The king has revealed a fondness for the banjo, Prince Albert’s instrument, while other princes have taken violin lessons with limited success. Queen Alexandra, in contrast, is devoted to music and frequently supports rising musicians through patronage.
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London
Queen Mary
Princess Mary
Prince Albert
Queen Victoria
Queen Alexandra
Cheap bronze vase found to be gold and silver
A Bala resident bought a vase in an auction room as bronze. It proved to be gold and silver, bronzed to hide its true value. Of great antiquity with Grecian decoration and French workmanship, photos were reviewed by Liverpool museum authorities who deem it potentially worth thousands of pounds.
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London
Bala
Merionethshire
North Wales
Liverpool Museum
Modest Turban and Fashion Accessories Showcase
The article describes a small turban transformed with two right side wings and a white satin brim, plus attire options for southern travel and kimono styling with satin slips. It also explores decorative items like Filet Tea Cake Covers, Hasty Note Stationery, novel place cards, small silk gift bags, and a dignified black gown with gilt lace. A German study on soft versus hard water notes tea and cocoa quality changes and how mineral content affects flavor and appearance.
Value of Old Lace and Hidden Theft Risks
A discussion of valuable antique lace, especially bridal veils claimed to be 250 years in a family, and the dangers of theft. It details how department stores hide precious pieces, lure by lower priced items, and recounts a case of a well dressed woman who stole a top lace piece by concealing it in her muff before driving away.
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Szores
Pendleton Club and Society Notices
Thursday Afternoon Club meets this afternoon at Mrs F B Judds home Current Literature Club entertains tomorrow afternoon by Mrs James Johns and Mrs E T Wade Pendleton Chapter American Womans League meets at city hall assembly room at 3 pm second Monday monthly Class in Parliamentary Law at city hall second and fourth Mondays at 3 pm Pendleton Political Equality League meets at the call of the president.
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F. B., Judd
James Johns
E. T. Wade
Wade
Pendleton
American Woman's League
City Hall
Political Equality League
Synopsis of the Bankers Preserve Life Company annual statement
Summary of the annual financial report for Bankers Preserve Life Company shows premiums received 1,122,641.42 dollars and interest, dividends, and rents of 166,300.46 dollars. Other income listed 1,176.24 dollars. The entry details net reserve policy claims and all other liabilities, but exact figures are unclear from the fragment.
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Bankers Preserve Life Company
Oregon
W. H. Robinson
F. H. Whitfield
The Perennial Kimono Trends in Robes and Styles
The article notes the kimono remains a cherished garment for women, even as Chinese fashions grow in popularity. It describes quilted Japanese silk robes for cold mornings, satin bordered flowered kimonos for milder weather, and styles with shirring at the high waist blending imperial and Oriental influences, with cotton options also mentioned.
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