Federal Farm Loan Board report urges sale of extra bonds
The Federal Farm Loan Board reports that American agriculture faces personal financial strain and recommends authorizing the secretary of the treasury to purchase up to one hundred million dollars of farm loan bonds this year and resell to investors to support wartime food production. It cites foreign investment withdrawal, calls for a maximum loan limit of 25,100, and proposes bond denomination changes to eliminate fractional cents in interest.
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Washington
Dan
Joan Benard
Jefen Cretan
Hual
Dvelares
Treasfy
America
Apia
Japanese freighter distressed. U S ships rush to aid
A Pacific port report says American vessels are signaling to the Japanese freighter Binko Maru after a fire and a report of possible destruction. The vessel carries nine passengers and 20 in the ore. An escort vessel races to near Hawaii as authorities monitor the situation.
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U. S
Pacific
Jnapinea
Koomnid
Wirelen
Veamel
Veavel
Carreles & Rolsee Ancour Cree
Dar Pan
Stote Bolleved
Hawaii
WANTS REGISTRATION TO INCLUDE YOUNG MEN AGED TWENTY ONE
Ashington Jan 3 4 General Crivier urged immediate peglatra tion of men who have just turned twenty one since the Chivet draft reeletrathyn. He argues it will aid the war effort by replacing defer red classifications and keep miltary readiness. He proposes amending channels to include a larger portion of the population, favoring one man per district. The report notes 29 percent of examined men are physically deficient, higher than civil war levels.
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Ashingtos
Aler Worden
New Kingland
New York
Pennsylvania
Wemy
Mlb
Germans Worst in Fight With Lufbury
Paris report describes Lt Rood Lucbary of Wallingford and Enfagette Evendrille in a Saturday clash with German forces. The narrative notes aircraft, altitude advantages, and a machine gun encounter as German equipment sustained damage and the ally unit pressed the assault.
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Paris
Rood Lucbary
Wallingford
Cann
Enfagette Evendrille
Corman
Lyfovary
Plan Proposed to Settle Route for River Road Improvement
The county court hears a proposal by WW I Thomgenn to replace the dirt road over the Hill Iron Echo to Pendleton with a permanent highway down the river. The plan seeks swift action on a river-side route and involves county board oversight, costs, and potential construction this year. A decision on funding and timing was discussed, with emphasis on advancing a safe, improved river road.
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Iron Echo
Pendleton
I. Thomgenn
Min Hleh- Uy Conteken
Cormieston
Tsaue
Lee
Fas
Revenue Tax Man Arrives to Help Oregon Returns
Kennedy and deputies open county tax offices to assist residents in filing returns. Officials urge residents to submit statements and explain that figures will be reviewed later. penalties may apply for false filings.
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Willian
Kennedy
Degrty Tv
Uitertital Mevetide Enblector
Oregon
Aunrmvel
Penisetan Unis
Daya
Gheir Inoue
Wcose
Mike
Carpentier Too Busy With Kaiser to Heed Willard's Challenges
Carpentier is occupied with the Kaiser issue and does not respond to Willard's challenges. The record notes ongoing rivalry and public interest in the boxing context.
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Carpentier
Kaiser
Willard
Report on Umatilla Project Legals Findings and Work
Government report on the Umatilla Experiment Farm details irrigation project work during wartime, including alfalfa crops and irrigation improvements for Water Company, with results from variety trials. Mentions personnel and references to related agricultural experiments and issues of fertilization and water management.
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Umatilla
Uma Itty Experiment Farm
Myil Imprvemient Investiendions
Coltani
Clemente
Lee
Cpecin Hi
el Icwlin
Fer Marinett
Count Luxburg Declared Insane Amid Prolonged Inquiry
Fragmentary OCR text indicates authorities declared Count Luxburg insane after a prolonged inquiry. Mentions Amno Auris January and Count Toobirs de Loaine with unclear actions or dates amid a likely judicial or mental health proceeding.
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Count Luxburg
AMNO
Roses Wald to Gen S100 to Jews
Fragmentary OCR item notes a series of names, places, and dates with uncertain context. It mentions Washington, January, and various garbled phrases related to events, shows, and obituaries, with several proper nouns partially legible. The record presents a rough collage rather than a clear news event.
Invahens Hepulsetd Report From Boehs and Garingan
Fragmented OCR text mentions uprising or invasion hints with names Boehs and Garingan. Southwest region, Valor Sout west, and La litre appear as places or factions. Details are unclear. no clear date or outcome.
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Jon
Nemya
Garingan
Approval of Altonogomous Adwy in Zurich Event
Political note records approval by Emperor Karl of Avil Piscine and HormerwienPore Creathi for a government act. Mentions Thorne Wiquitehns and related officials as part of the ceremony. No clear dates or outcomes provided in the fragmented text.
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Zurich
Jom
Karl of
Avil Piscine
Iar Arin
German Peace Play Reported Refused by Secret Committee
In Petrograd on January 3 reports say a German peace play proposal was rejected by a secret committee. Meanwhile Washington officials said Germany might seek a separate peace but is believed unlikely, with tangled signals from Nixon era or allied sources.
Oregon records volunteers surge in January report
Washington dispatch reports a mysterious surge of volunteer activity in Drew with references to trusted labor and danger. The note mentions a rumor of a sharp object and rope and a warning tied to a potentially violent event.
West Bank Piave Cleared of Teutons
Jan 3 near the Westa mouth of the Piave the western bank of the river at Tratone. Italian forces repelled the last German assault, capturing concrete works with over four machine guns. Allied observers expect the front on the Piave to shift as ships move to reinforce. Teuton offensive on the Asiago front is believed ended.
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Westa
Dleic
City Council Passes Resolutions and Paving Contracts
The city council approved resolutions funding Grace Wilson and a $1 token. An ordinance authorized a contract with Witt Non Construction Co. to pave Tiley Kirert Street and another for payments to Calvin. Sidewalks on East Court Street may be added from hospital block to Point Tiraei. A taxi license fee pause was authorized until council action.
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Wilken Street
Enat Court Street
Hospital
Point Tiraei
Beborte
Scelilenta
Dinsdlissbon
Rebvortor
Alec
Births Surpass Deaths in City in Annual Report
City health report shows births exceeding deaths by T1 for the year ending D817. Births numbered S28, deaths S287. Bullies and Wibles figures noted, measles near minimal, small counts of chicken pox scarlet fever and tuberculosis. Dr Matters reports 14 prisoner attendances and 44 inspections of detention conditions.
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Berlin
Chry
Chrl
Dr. Matters
Raid on Yaqui Indians Kills 200 in California Train Route
In Logares, January 3, a Yaqui raid on a train south of Guaymas left about 200 people killed or wounded. Several Americans were reported captured or injured as Yaqui fighters attacked the vehicles and looted the train. The chaotic scene followed the early warlike action in the region amid ongoing tensions and reprisals.
Enemies Paving Way to Real Peace Offer, Says Analyst
In Washington the belief grows that external and neutral diplomats foresee a serious peace proposal within two months. Some argue it lacks demands like the elimination of Hochzul lerlem, while others warn Germany fears energy of Allied action as the war drags on. Russian disengagement is noted, and Italy’s offensive is labeled an empty victory.
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CH. l
GMOAT
Washington, Jar
Hiohenzollerlem
Germany
Gelie Dewalt
Tries To Light Fire With Kerosene Boy Is Injured
Merle, 14, son of Mr. and Mrs Oliver Pickerstom, was badly burned yesterday at his aunt Mire Ermett Chandler’s home. An older cousin, I. B. Clark, tried to light a fire with kerosene. the blast set him on fire and burned his clothing. The boy was treated by Dr. Sharp and remained under care as swelling subsided. In Weston, Mix Parker broke her right arm Saturday while attempting to sinky Fort car. later Parker was taken to Pendiston for treatment.
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Athena
Merle
Mra
Oliver Dpickerstom
Mire Ermett Chandler
Clark
Helix
Clark ii
Sharp
Dickens
Walla Wally
Tews Parker
Weston
Parker
Pendiston
Wireless Message Sends Across Ocean to Java
A distant wireless signal from Java reached the Hoagie in California, marking a notable long distance communication milestone. The event showcases the rapid spread of wireless technology and its global reach, with Batacks residents observing the historic link.
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San Francisco
Calif
Java
Farmers face excess profit tax on grain holdings
Reported plans would tax farmers who held grain over thresholds with heavy levies on excess profits. The measure targets those with large grain assets, citing figures like a farmer owning $52,000 in grain as an example. Officials expect widespread impact across counties during the coming year.
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Witla Rethweds
Wayne Internal Pewonne Oalionter
Meemer
Leos
Tay & Tashie
Tyery
No Patch Pockets or Pleats Warned in War Clothing
Washington dispatch reports central powers leaders cutting 25 percent of leather and wool for next fall's shoes and clothing. Officials in Austria and Germany discuss rushing all classes of red in gingham for simpler, uni clothes. War economy progress slows. low heeled styles in Mack and One shades tones, black and beige fabrics produced only for new and women’s garments.
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Washisgton
Hav
Council of Defemse
Austria
Germany
Revenue from Anglers and Hunters in 1916 Recorded
A county fee report shows 1226.25 paid by anglers and hunters in 1916. Of this total 1104.95 supported the Commission to defray game protection and promotion expenses after five percent deduction. A total of 744 licenses were renewed in the county including 245 hunting licenses 244 anglers licenses 221 combination licenses and one non resident license. On May 21 the cost of a hunting or anglers license increased from 2.00 to 2.50.
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Huntery and Gietersa
Biae
Fragmented Bulletin Patch Highlights War Time Charges
Teutona hospital mishap in Rome results in eighteen deaths as charges are pursued. Federal indictment accuses John Neeleon and others of conspiracy to defeat the draft law. Rear Admiral Washington and pay inspector promotions noted. Portland espionage charge linked to a California rancher case. authorities allege involvement with enemy lines.
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Matheson
Joe
John M. Neeleon
Byron Nelson
Washington
Jas. 2
Christian Peoples
Mare Intand
Ile Bow Milde Minttamter Pond
Betis Ambassador Departure From Home
Unclear text fragment describes an ambassador named Betis and Phaeton, mentioning departure or travel. Other phrases reference Hebel, PLein ley rvedaedinny, and Passi Polina with missing context, yielding ambiguous details about the event or persons involved.
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Betis Ambassado
Pethomal
Dan
Hebel
Phaeton
Feas
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Eidert
Mosclit Distrito
Jan
Masvinn
Meath
Senorita Bey
Wwe
Philimonher Santos
Dino Stu Rom
Petrograd
Linisun
Ules
Ti Histinwski
Homdit
Asta
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Rueda
Zenton
Asiago
Grace Wilson
Entente
Boy
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Kereds
Wonton
Anytowd
Enon
Oort
Council of Defense
Bulletins
Bowe
Rome
Teutona
Chargi
Portland
Julina
Teaithey Monee Rancher
Garen
Norfolk
Pialer
Steve Theavy
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Wassuiengit
Alan
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