Peace terms and political turmoil in wartime Germany
Berne reports say Germany refuses peace without major concessions and that chancellor's stance on German peace terms is debated in the Reichstag. Washington notes warn of political upheaval as Germany faces economic strain and Russian offensives while US entry reshapes expectations of a protracted conflict. London reports Germany plans no immediate disclosure of terms to its people.
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Washington
Germany
United States
Gerala
America
Nlwapapern
Ieadern
Keler
Speed
London
Penon
Hritith
Mporta
Hottwee
Kaldor
Holt
Worl
Fire damages home and belongings in Big Wort Alla street
A fire caused about 800 in damage to the residence of Mr Ade Stone on Big Wort Alla street. The house belonged to John F Tonble and was insured. Mrs Stone, caring for an invalid daughter, escaped with minor household loss. Origin of the fire undetermined. Firemen arrived quickly and contained the flames before full destruction.
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Ade Stone
Big Wort
John F Tonble
Anon
Secret deputies guard county against grain fires
Amid chaotic dispatches, a plan is outlined where fifty secret deputies will monitor and protect grain properties from fires. Officials in Salem and local leaders coordinate with state authorities to deter arson and safeguard farms during the tense period.
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Harvey K. Welle
Jay Stevens
Salem
Willy
Umantie
Wheat closes a little higher in Portland market
Ghigano dispatch reports wheat prices edging up in Portland trading with July prices around 93.09 to 105.2? per bushel and slight gains noted over the day. Market figures show ranges and shifts typical of mid July activity as buyers watch supply expectations.
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Prane
Aline Praooe
Deerman Jin
Neeverdijne
Uwe Premch
Oregonian
Peta
Hip
Portand
Portland
Hooming House Doscocaust Tragedy In San Francstco
A fire in San Francisco destroys a dwelling this morning, killing a number of residents. Local officials report many injured and dozens evacuated from the area as responders work at the scene. Fire departments pursue the cause while investigations begin.
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San Francisco
Prominent Men to Attend Oregon Convention
Prominent men from Oregon and other states are invited to a Stateditorial Association convention Friday and Saturday. The event includes a banquet at the Badoe-Woodsmen hall and a trip to Wallowa Lake, with attendees such as State Superintendent J. A. Churchill and W. J. Kerr. The group plans a boat ride, breakfast, and a return to La Grande for further events, with a university representative considering attendance if permitted.
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Wallowa Lake
Commercial Club
Alo
State Board
J. A. Churchill
Br W. J. Kerr
OFAC
A. W. Gewry
Poerti
Freerr
Kerr
Walliws Lake
Uheility Provident Campbell
University of Girecon
N.B. A
County Library
Badoe-Woodsmen Hall
I & S. Pullman
Irvin
Joseph
Qatow
Domepheloh
la Grande
Parpayette squad to join American Army soon
The Lafayette Aviation company reports an arrangement to transfer from the French army to the American force. Likely completion of transfer proceedings and deployment expectations are noted. The report references a personnel transfer and upcoming reassignment affecting unit composition.
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Parpayette Esquad Preege
Petrograd Drive Advances in Galicia and Mesopotamia
Reports from the front describe General Kornilov pushing toward Lebmedr with a steady advance, flanking Teutons and threatening the Galician stronghold. Austrian and Romanian lines weaken as Russian infantry and artillery attack. British and French forces report gains in the Mesopotamian-Wretahe region, with German positions breached and villages captured. Major Hugh Soot praises Russian troops.
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Bruiileffi
Lamberg
Wader Korntloft
Halies
Frussians Mijor
Hugh TL. Soot
Russia
Rfitalan
Scntt
Prick TRAINING BASES in Prance under American forces
Prick training dates for American troops in France outlined by Major General Perahing. The joint base plans include aviation, infantry and mail services. A military secret designation and timing for participation are noted amid a Paris celebration by U.S. troops.
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Paris
Oer Ae Terran
Ah Corin
Miners threaten strike over wage demand in Colorado
2300 miners amid tense talks threaten to walk out Saturday if demands for a dollar daily raise are not met. Leadville area workers say the goal is a $2 per day increase, with potential nationwide impact as the stoppage could halt ore processing and accuse federal mediator efforts.
Citizen posse rounds up every J W W and hustles them out
Two hundred and fifty residents sweep through Jerome Ariz searching lodging houses for disturbers as a citizen posse rounds up every J W W and hustles them onto a special train.
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Citizen Posse
Jerome
Ariz
Repairs Underway On German Ship Ochenfels Seized By U S
Repairs rapidly proceed on the German vessel Ochenfels seized by the United States after entry into war. She is prepared to sail from an Atlantic port loaded with supplies for allies and will be armed with a 9 inch gun in the stern and a 21 inch gun in the bow, with expert inspectors examining the weaponry.
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Ochenfels
Atlantic
Government Aims to Aid Harvest Labor in Pendleton
A meeting in Pendleton with U S Department of Labor official Mr Robbins discusses opening a government employment office for the harvest season. The office would match laborers with farmers, acting as a clearing house for wages. Attendees include farmers and harvest workers from Athena Westlin Helix Pilot Rock and nearby districts.
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Pendleton
PDP A. Robbing
Portland
U. S Department of Labor
Toome
Robbins
Fendicton
Fuct
Babtins
Hood River
Athena
Westois
Helix
Pilot Rock
Agitators Flee As Town Clears Out After I W W Strife
In Jerome on July 10 two hundred I W W agitators left town after a strike clash with miners. Police and leaders Gillett and Brown arranged detentions, while many workers packed to leave as armed citizens demanded action.
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Jerome
Arix
I W. W
Dock Gillett
CC. Brown
Helm
Per Cal Irdin
Western Hero Sought For Eastern Maid Match
A letter from Lady B of Sharon Pennsylvania seeks a Western man for friendship and possible romance. She asks the Pendleton postmaster to relay offers, notes she has sent her picture and requires a real, lively suitor with “new亮 treak in him.” The note ends with a rhyme about making new friends and keeping the old.
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Lady B
South Water Street
Sharon
Penn
Jerre Cronin
Relliow
Cronin
Silver
Exempted workers kept in designated industries
Washington July 11 report states new national arms will define postwar economy with exemptions rigidly tied to essential industry. Regulations outline which workers must stay at work, focusing on munitions, shipbuilding and other supportive sectors. Exemption boards will grant relief only if a business cannot be replaced without material harm to operation.
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America
War Department
Dietewert
Wilson
Jae ‘Her
Industry
Aariuttern
About Chief
Weyre
Actwawite
Lesiden
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