Exemption Boards Form in Wartime Draft Provisions
A wartime draft document describes creation of general exemption boards and appeals. It details who may be exempt from service, including indispensable industrial workers, religious groups, and others, plus the procedures for affidavits, district and national boards, and timelines for claims and discharges.
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Wivek
Afr
al Appeste
Eblabhles
Mil
National Board
Chinese monarchists announce succession amid martial law
In Peking Hsuan g Tung, former emperor, proclaims succession to the throne as martial law blankets the empire and President Li is ordered to relinquish authority. State department dispatches report monarchists dislodging President Li in Washington.
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Peking
Washington
State Department
Race riot in St Louis turns deadly with four dead
Unclear fragments describe a riot in St Louis escalating beyond control with four killed. Names and places are garbled but reference a white merchant and other locals. Political or law enforcement actions are not clearly stated due to damaged text.
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ST. Louis
Market steadiness shows in Chicago and Portland reports
In Chicago and Portland markets, prices and activity remain steady amid early July trading. The snippet notes dollar amounts around $2.05 in Chicago and $2.20 in Portland with brief quotations and catalog references, reflecting a calm midseason tone.
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Chicago
Spreil
East Cremonians
Low
Portland
Org
Dien Bo Oa
Cotton and wool amendments in food bill conflict
In a heated session the Senate rejected prohibiting beer and wine in the food bill and then backed a Gore amendment to limit spirit manufacture. debate continued as Chamberlain’s provision faced further moves.
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Senate
Senate Agriculture Con Palttee
Chamberlain
Gore
Prohibib
Chamberioin
Preparations Under Way for Big July Fourth Festivities
Local plans advance for a three part celebration with a patriotic parade and speeches in the morning, horse racing at Round-Up Park and a street water fight by firemen in the afternoon, and a fireworks display plus free dance at Happy Canyon in the evening. County reports flag a large crowd expected if weather stays favorable.
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Log
Happy Canyon
Double Entertainment Tonight at the Chautauqua
Chautauqua showcases a busy program with sketches, concerts, and lectures. The afternoon features the Concert Co. with The Chimes of Normandia and a sacred-leaning program by Eastern Tree. Evening includes the Rewan Concert Co and a talk by Guy M. Bingham on higher ideals. Frank Bolin and L W Nolan headline tomorrow’s events with discussions on America and German affairs.
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Nexreaut
Junior Chautauqua
West Musical Art
Leclere
Frank Rothensom
Masseneer
Montavide
Pregram
Feeten Concert Co
Normandia
Turner
Guy M. Bingham
Liner Chased by Submarines Sinks After Five Hour Battle
The liner Aku no, pursued by four submarines, sank after a five hour fight near Atlantigspost. Passengers arriving said the ship evaded torpedoes, one vessel hit the periscope, another struck the sub, causing an explosion. The three subs pursued until dawn. all aboard were saved.
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Atlantigspost
Akuno
Pasengers
Prsengern
Cuarter Ansonia
Raid Finds Large Whiskey Stock Aboard Hill Steamer Northern Puncture
Astoria July 2 A dozen police and federal officers raided the Northern Puncture upon arrival from San Francisco at Flavell Harbor seizing four sacks of whiskey and arresting several crew members. Warrants for two more arrests were issued as the probe continues aboard the vessel and investigations expand into related ships and operations.
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Juy
Alist
Sun Jay
San Franciscn
Flavell
Gre Tember
Bugenteinen
Toone
Gant Aucke
Whitkey
Pemengers Eisirmay
Dstrict
Norther
Demencers
Wilson Takes Hand In Coal Price Probe
Washington July 2. The President and administration take action to curb rising coal prices after dissatisfaction with last week's price fixing plan. A government takeover of coal distribution is debated, with proposals to regulate prices through central control of shipments and wholesalers. Support grows for immediate steps, including canal car allocation to ensure adequate supply and prevent fuel shortages.
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Washington
Patton
Canal Pris
Iice
Sipmy
Late Wire News Leaps Pour Stories
Seattle reports a tearlet fim from attendants leading to four torches deaths near the sleepines. Chicago notes Charlie Hair, cashier of National Toa Company, robbed of 118000 and 920000 during a bank entry. bodies erupt our. Washington reports de Parte of commento expected to for a man newerntent for requisition oof noche skelges.
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Chicago
Charie
National
Toa Company
Mtorr Bamlite
Otetel
Washington
Trading South Sea Islands for Philippines proposal
July 2. A proposal to exchange the Philippines for South Sea Islands seized from Germany was put forward by Koturan Mo ohluki. Muchisuki believed the United States would consent to the exchange, removing friction between America and Japan. The discussion touched on U S policy in the Orient and China, with Vircount Motong noting concerns about Japan and U S relations.
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Rio
Ddpan
United States
China
Pelton
Pendleton Mayor Joins U S Medical Reserve Corps
Dr J A Best Pendleton mayor joined the U S Medical Reserve Corps at a Portland medical convention where he was elected first vice president. Four other doctors enlisted with him as government calls for 20 400 volunteers were outlined. Best expects a first lieutenant commission within four weeks and active service before September.
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J.A. Best
Medical Reserve Corps
U.S. Army
J. A Beet
Pendleton
U Army
Secon
Portland
Hest
Webb-Kenyon Act Goes In Effect Affects Interstate Transport
The Webb Kenyon Act becomes federal law banning transport of liquor into Oregon from other states. Pendleton authorities announce offenders will be prosecuted under federal standards, with coordination between local and federal agencies on enforcement and prosecutions.
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Washington
Uth
California
Oregon
Germans Captured In Twenty Four Hours Front Galicia
Russia reports a vigorous new offensive in Galicia with 8554 Germans taken prisoner in twenty four hours. Front line fighting continues as Teuton activity increases with alleged German intrigue and secret-agent incidents cited. The report notes a Russian advance of known miles, storming front trenches, and mentions Kominkyhy as a town torn by fighting.
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Teuton
Berlin
Russia
Petrograd
War Office
Galicia
Galician
Nogin
Moscow
Lal Miles
Troop 0 May Train At Palo Alto Camp
Pendleton cavalry unit Troop 0 may train at Palo Alto California as the Oregon National Guard heads toward federal service. Fourteen recruits are being examined by Dr Boyden while officers submit reports to the adjutant general and Captain Caldwell prepares uniforms and gear before departure.
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Palo Alto
California
Stanford University
Oregon National Guard
Palo Arte
J. F Cooke
Monogram Oil
Marshall
Lee
G. L. Boyden
Onor
Ptain Caldwell
Pendleton
No Frost During Growing Season Reported
The records show no frost events during the growing season in Matilla County per FF Awerii weather observer. In June temperatures ranged with highs near 87 and rainfall around 9.08 inches for the year to date, aligning with normal June totals.
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Cmatilla
FF Awerii
Toon
Ywear
Auto Crash at Main Street Crossing Involving Freight Train
Miss Jennie Peers drives an automobile that struck a freight train at the Main Street crossing. The collision derailed the car and damaged nearby vehicles. no injuries to Peers or other parties were reported. The weathered scene disrupted the line as the train halted north of the crossing and authorities investigated the incident.
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Main ST. Crossing
Freta Antiques
Malm
Bow N. Wan
Jennie Peers
Mine Merry
Perrys
Beth Utes
Perry Fred
Anil
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