English suffragettes plot to poison Lloyd George
English suffragettes plotted to poison David Lloyd George. An expert chemist was involved as arrests spread from Derby and Southampton to London. Prosecutors say the plan aimed between December 24 and January 16, with sixty witnesses expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Lloyd-George
L. Keen
London
Allo
Wheeldon
Hartlet
Mire
Winifred Mason
Albert Mason
Palson
Derby
Tida
Hay
Thas
Minnie
Arthur Henderson
Jaborite Calineo
Marsh
Statue gift to Oregon campus by Proctor debated
Proctor statue proposed for the University of Oregon campus faces board of regents review after Judie Bean of Silverwire signals acceptance. The gift from Joseph N. Teal of Portland is praised by regents and Pioneer editor as a tribute to a noble figure, with Proctor’s work likened to Saint Gaudens in white bronze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Teal
University of Oregon
Hohidiof
Judie
Robert B. Bean
Silverwire
Ree Rent
Joseph N. Tes
Portland
A. Phimister Proctor
America
Penn
Tealhan
St. Gaudens
Proctor
Telegram leaks hint at peace note disclosure
Probers tie a leak to a Telegram tipped to a peace message, naming Jane t and George MU as figures in a brokerage circle. The December note allegedly informed reporters of an upcoming disclosure, with a wire report noting timing and a stock ticker later carrying the rumor. Washington officials were summoned as inquiries unfolded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jane T
George MU
Flurton
Fem
Joan Georgia
Plutton
Omy
Larmines
Hutton
Chitage
Telearepher
P. A. Connolly
Washington
Bere
Connolly
Wiltek Sehr Gees
Atri Chierien
Ace
Wallowa Ends Season Clash With P. H. S Tomorrow
Wallowa prepares for the eastern Oregon title showdown against P. H. S tomorrow. A hard fought game may decide the championship as Wallowa and La Grande battle for the top spot. After the game a dance and reception for Wallowa players will be held in Eagle Woodman hall with students invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallowa H
Bove
Budente
Fwenty
Eagle- Woodman Hall
Ritner's procedural cut saves time in Salem
Representative Ritner in Salem saved the legislature about $112.40 by amply moving the previous question in three times. Each motion cut off several minutes of debate, shortening the session and reducing long delays. Representative Lewis noted the savings, estimating roughly $2.10 per minute saved by limiting discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Jan
Umatilla
mMimehta
Dabate
Lewis
Wheat prices fall by four cents in Chicago market
In Chicago on January 31 a special East Oregonian dispatch notes wheat trading with May at 1.75 and intraday ranges shown for open high low and close. The record includes oddities and additional figures from Portland and other sites, reflecting market liquidity and price movement on the day.
Germans Lose Second Line Near Lintrey in Night Attack
Paris dispatch reports French forces penetrated the second line trenches south of Lintrey in a night assault, killing and capturing defenders. Other fronts note Russian advances near the Jo r bunkers, German artillery gains along the As river, and British officer casualties in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vosges
Paris
Lintrey
Berlin
First Expedition Column to Camp Near Line Soon
Columbus January 31 The first American expedition column is scheduled to make camp near the line tomorrow while other groups march northward. Infantry is reaching, artillery next, cavalry following. The expedition is believed to enter the United States by next week. Refugee columns have arrived, they travel on foot driving livestock and carrying household goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Reiching
Perahing
Wrecks of the Submarine H-3 and Cruiser Milwaukee
A Eureka California photograph shows the wrecks of the US submarine M-3 and the Milwaukee after the H-3 runs aground on sands. The Milwaukee sought to rescue the submarine crew but also wrecked, with Lt. William Newton in command aboard the Milwaukee during the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Sein
Toreece
William
Newton
Eureka
Cal
M-3
Hermetis
Hammersley Not Eaten by Wolves Fulfills Prediction
Government hunter John Hammersley reportedly killed by wolves in Jackson county was found alive in Wymer after an absence of four to five days. He had been pursuing a cougar and notified Pendleton Fever District Inspector of predatory animals of his safety. Bones identified as those of John Duranda, a Grants Pass prospector, had been reported by Portland, but Hammersley’s return suggests no such death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hammersley
Jackson County
Pendleton
Hammersley
Wymer
Willow Flats
Newas
Portland
John Duranda
Grants Pass
Tewnila
Alaska Bone Dry Law Passes in United Prohibition Vote
Washington January first report that enat passed the bone dry Alaska prohibition bill prohibiting manufacture sale and shipment of liquor in Alaska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska
Washington
Birth Control Advocate Begins Hunger Strike in Prison
Ethel Byrne, convicted for distributing birth control information, is taken to the Brooklyn workhouse for a 30 day sentence. Federal Judge Hani upheld the conviction and Byron plans a hunger strike to protest imprisonment, with officials saying she will be forcibly fed if she harms herself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aleep
Ethel Byrne
Brooklyn
Blackwell's Land
New York
Hani
Mrs. Byrne
Mire Byrne
Highway From Portland to Ontario Bill Proposed
Special Wire Service report from Salem on January 31 describes Representative Small introducing a bill to allocate thirty percent of Shackleford act state funds and an equal portion of state road funds to build a highway from Portland to Ontario via Hood River The Dalles Biggs Arlington Pendleton La Grande and Baker County and details related Deschutes County establishment and related political notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Representatve Small
Portland
Ontario
Hood River
Dalles
Biggs
Arlington
Pendleton
la Grande
Baker
Deschutes County
Senate
Forber Hotel
Aladie
Daichutesounty
Germany resumes unrestricted submarine warfare note response
Berlin reports a new German note delivered to Ambassador Gerant replying to President Wilson. It withdraws sea action restrictions and warns Americans about entering forbidden waters. Unrestricted warfare to begin tomorrow targeting waters claimed as harvest zones for allied nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Sayville
Gerant
Replis
Wilson
Senate
Mine blockade fails to excite shippers
Rotterdam January 31 The new British mine blockade fails to excite shippers. Some consider the mines advantageous if they prevent German warships from patrolling the coast. The Rotterdamsche Courant says England is right to protect against submarining and if she succeeds in reducing the peril many neutrals will be thankful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rotterdam
Solme
Mleiws Hotterdamsth Courant
England
German American Mercantile Bank Fails in Seattle
Seattle reports the German American Mercantile Bank failing after the Northirn Bank and Trust Company collapse the previous day. Authorities trace the chain of failures across the city’s financial institutions as panic spreads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Deep Snow Causes High Water Fears in Region
Local residents in Pendleton and surrounding valleys fear flooding as heavy mountain snowpack persists. Snow depths reach six feet in Kamela and other high country, with no thaw in sight. Officials keep railroad tracks open but warn rivers may rise if temperatures warm. Farmers report strain on wheat amid continued cold wind and snow cover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton
Ehat
Kamela
Property Owners Remonstrate Against Franchise Sale
At a council meeting Henlaht four remonstrated against granting the Staff ord of Co. a franchise to maintain its plant at the present location. Remonstrants claim oil tanks threaten nearby property and that most residents are wage earners who fear reduced sale value. The council plans action for one week. Some citizens oppose moving the plant, saying costs would rise. Rumors say Standard Oil may relocate to Pendleton or Walla Walla, with Pendleton resisting prompts a relocation to Walla Walla. Rieth reports a weather plan for relocation is being considered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stafford OF Co
Contélute
Yundike
Patithen
Copany
Pendleton
Walla Walle
Wola Walla
Rieth
Germany Says Ready With Peace Terms For Allied Acceptance
Reports from Washington and London indicate Germany plans to propose peace terms if the Allies request them. Officials expect a conference among nations within a month to shape future peace, with Hollweg to outline plans in the Reichstag. The Swiss minister to meet President Wilson tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Jas
Conference of All Nations
Wilen
London
Jan. T
Hoelland
America
Germany
Bernstorff
Makeer
Hollweg
Reichstag
U S Hints At Making Own Projectile Supply
Washington January 31 reports say Daniels decided the United States may produce its own projectiles. The Navy will seek bids for projectile print machinery while Admiral Bletcher searches for a suitable government factory site. Officials note Britain’s munitions minister doubts supply timing, with Hadfield’s contract canceled for three billion dollars worth of projectiles. The discussion centers on American firms and potential production within sixteen months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Daniels
United States
Bayy
Coycet Iuvent
Hadfield
England
Navy Department
Admiral Bletcher
Resence
Inaugural Ball and Social Event at Armatilla Teagury
The inaugural ball for the new Woren Of Niere af Armatilla Teagury is planned as the year’s social highlight. Patrons Mire Lair Biancher and others will attend, with a program featuring the Inaugural Waltz, Starwherne step, Splaning ite tha, Meane Walla, and the Council Women’s March among dances and routines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niere
Armatilla
Mertlék
Tipwewall
Pauli Wolfe
Council
Also Mentioned on This Page
Laborites
Great Britain
Nep
Sylvie Pankhurst
Poe
Koidere
Viecount Grey
Viecount Haldane
Lloyd George
Charres
A. Phimister Procter
Board of Regents
Gitmiathem
Reepest
Tnepire
Pal
Tim
Brokerage Minute
Wallowa
Ritner
Umatille
Chicago
East Oregonian
Qire
Pretrograd
Rusling
Joorben
Serena Hernere
Line
East
Regani
Enator
Baldwin
Crook County
Nawley Kill
Hawley
Moonee
House
Elgin
Foresteft
Hall Turie
Sailqoad
Conference OF Nations
U. 5
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!