Forest fires in Washington gain on fighters in July heat
Spokane Washington July 10 Fires in Idaho Montana and eastern Washington continue to cut through valuable timber. A gigantic blaze covers thousands of acres near Priest River and another spans the Kan boundary area. Firefighters say nothing can stop the holocaust without rain. Union rain is needed. Fire chiefs warn the fires are gaining. Washington’s worst blazes are in King and Snohomish counties near Alpine and Lake Crescent threatening timber and logging operations. Additional crews are being recruited as flames move through federal and state forests from Lake Crescent to Puget Sound.
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Spokane
Wash
Idaho
Montana
Washington
Priest River
Interna Honal
Larre Mance
Kan
Flint
Newport
Seattle, Wieh
King and
Swotomibh
Countie
Great Northern
Mouwn Aindine
Lake Crescent
Rays Harbor
Lewle County
Otiolale
Ipgten
Armed Mexicans Rob U. S. Sailors
The State Department announced that armed Mexicans robbed sailors on a U S vessel near Tampico, Mexico. Mexican authorities promised immediate investigation and both local and federal officials were urged to respond. The incident echoes prior tensions when the United States pressed for an apology and protection of the American flag.
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Washington
Sate
Amoris Con Rallonn
New Bankers Will Host Tonight In Pendleton Reception
Officem and director of the Daland Empire Magic will be host for an informal reception at the bank from 8 to 10. Guests include Peodleton residents and out-of-town visitors. Presiding will be Mrs Walter Cresswell and Mrs Joe Murphy with Clyde Phillipe and Mrs Ted Preble among arrivals. Distinguished bankers from Spokane, Portland, and Idaho are also listed as attendees.
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Daland Empire
Vendletoo
Walter Cresswell
Joe Murphy
Mia
Clyde Phillipe
Clyde Philtin
Mire
Ted Preble
Hoy Ho D Nelson
Northwestern National Bank of
Portland
Bob Wilken
Tronkeor Mortgage Company
Tportland
Nive
Pendleton
KB. RE. Floyd
Exchanwe National Bank of
Pokane
H. A. Howard
Ladd and Tilton Bank
Gf, Smith
Gf, Smith, Former Pendletonian Who Is Well Known Throughout the Mimte
J. T. Cowan
Exchange National Bank
Spokane
H.C Cuteror
Sand Poiit Bank
Tdaho
See Fond Kempine Bank
Alee Ma Dlimeetee
Spokaneastern Trust Co
A. F. Petey
Banks Show Leniency To Buyers Of Bonds
Banks announce leniency for purchasers of Victory bonds amid widespread delinquencies. Corparations allow payment until July 16 for full installments. after that, subscriptions may be cancelled. City officials cite pressure to avoid 10 percent forfeiture, urging timely payment to preserve bond obligations.
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Alhowah
Tate
Poole
Tives
Ceorge A. Toriman
Danie
Leon Meni
D W Bailey Pioneer Attorney Dies Sudden in Office
D W Bailey pioneer attorney of the city died suddenly yesterday afternoon in his Despain building office while conversing with Ellent. He was born April 6 1847 in Otse county Nebraska and practiced law here for 35 years with time in Apokune Sul Potitind. Survived by wife a sister Mrs W P Jones of Obje elty and brother Paleo Stailey with three children H Wade Alley Dessa and Werdne from a former marriage. Services tomorrow from the Pinewn chapel to the Christian Science church. Pallbearers named Sewell M H Bailey FW Vincent Leon Cohen Charest Hamilton Elmer Chouver.
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Sh. W. Dalley
Despain
Hatley
Bailey
Foe
Otee County
Nebraska
Mra
George W. Talley
Pensew Hin
Mra. W. P. Jonee
Obje
Pirewn
Neplow
Judae SA
Sewell
J. MH
Baley
FW Vincent
Leon Cohen
Charest Hamilton
Elmer Chouver
Americans Under Pershing Lead Peace Parade in London
In London 19 000 allied troops from twelve nations marched in a peace parade led by Pershing. Crowds filled the streets along a six mile route from Buckingham Palace toward a royal salute as the procession passed the prince.
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Pershing
London
Epidemic unrest and strikes ripple across cities
The report notes widespread labor unrest with strikes and demands for higher pay across markets. It cites 28 000 workers in the region, including streetcar and factory employees, from Boston to Chicago to San Francisco, as unions press for wage increases and better bargaining rights.
Early Wheat Sales Bring Premium Across Regions
Early wheat sales are generating premiums as new grain moves to markets. Buyers report higher prices for high quality lots with shipments arriving at mills and warehouses daily. Harvest progresses in Helix and Fulton regions with cars moving along the OWR and Northern Pacific lines.
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Han
Guyer
Pendleton
Helix
Fulton
Paris pauses prike schomicd amid confidence vote
Paris reports Daithor Keomlins called off a planned strike for July 20 after the chamber of deputies retired to vote confidence in Prime Minister Bort. Leaders framed the move as a protest against rising living costs and the government’s handling.
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Paris
Une
Chamber of Deputies
Bort
Germans to deliver policy speeches next week
Two German speakers prepare lectures on the nation’s policy. They are expected to reiterate assurances and appeal to America as they declare Germany will adhere to the peace treaty, with the Foreign Minister guiding the program.
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America
Carlod
Gina
Barlin
Dyer
Eth- Cps
Warry
Corel
Toy Stow
Wicke
Germany
Wilson's Reply To Blockade Question Sparks Interest
The article reports on President Wilson's anticipated response to a U S senate inquiry about a potential blockade. It notes factions favor an embargo or blockade as a united action, while Allied leaders and generals gauge implications for strategy and coordination with Britain and Greece.
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Wilson
President Expected On Pacific Coast in Mid August
President is expected to visit the Pacific Coast in mid August. The trip, arranged by city officials and led by local representatives, aims to extend diplomatic discussions and regional engagements with multiple republics.
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Pacific Coast
Treaty Will Be Quickly Ratified Says Hitchcock
Washington July 29 Senate lawmakers rally behind President Wilson’s treaty with reservations. Supporters say acceptance of the explanatory or interpretive amendment will ensure ratification with no danger of defeat. Administration senators insist the form and wording now appeal to ratify promptly.
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L. ¢ Alain
Caiedrow
Washington
Fourth of July fund surplus eyed for band concerts
Surplus from the Fourth of July fund, estimated between 600 and 740 dollars, may be turned over to the Pendleton Commercial Association’s Hedge for the band at the Pendleton Round-Up concerts. The committee has not finalized the accounting, plans include paying band members and a leader, with bills to be met from the surplus as the council considers budget steps.
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Ray Om Ie
Commercial Association
Pendleton
Uy Bend
Thin le Dome
Tekinohen
Wn RE. Chionook
Colert
Pompilion
Faber
War Department reports overseas force value in doubt
The War Department today estimated total military strength at 7 2 000 with about 282 000 personnel stationed in Europe. The figure reflects uncertainty in the Army s steady tally as of now.
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Washington
Army
Stewigdy Daly
War Department
Europe
Washington signs civil appropriation bill for veterans care
The record notes President Washington signed a civil appropriation bill funding eight million dollars for vocational rehabilitation of wounded service members and another bill carrying six million for an unspecified program, reflecting wartime support.
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Washiington
Toby
Thay
Sun
Carrie
Ure TM
Powerful Battle Fleet Steams From Hampton Roads Today
A massive force sails at 8:30 AM with 200 ships and 35,000 men assembling for the Pacific coast defense. The fleet includes Arkasas New York Texan Arizona Idaho and Minnesota with 26 destroyers under Vice Admiral H udman. Secretary Daniels plans to travel to the Pacific coast in August to meet the fleet in San Diego.
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Hampton Roads
Seewehook
Meamin
New Mexico
St Charne
Admin
Larcent
Canal
Flem
Panama Canal
New Jersey
Rhodefealand
Georgia
Nebraska
Vermont
Pacific
Clbean Ser Accond
Daniels
Lasi Thies
Washington
San Diego
Adguet
Konenkamp resigns as union president headline
J Konenkamp, president of the Commercial Telegraphers Union local, announced his resignation effective when the union sees fit. He said his remarks are personal and denied retaliation followed a strike. He plans to practice law. the next telegraphers convention is in October, possibly moved to August, with resignation likely not considered until then.
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Chicago
J. Koninkanp
Coimercial Telegraphere Union
Union 11
Kenenkamp
First Dirt Turned For Mountain Road Progress
Dirt was turned yesterday by the county for the improvement of the highway between Cabbage Hill and Kame. County Road Engineer BR E Phelps reports crews at foot of Cabbage Hill and near Kampela with about 3 at work, aiming for 100 men active by week’s end. Construction supervised by the county. bids by Dalrymple & Ackerman previously denied for bond issues. Work to begin from Kampela toward Cabbage Hill, advancing toward the mountains to shorten the route between Kornela, La Grande, and Union counties. The project seeks to match Vinton counts’ road bonds and complete the corridor from Kornela to La Grande.
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Cabbage Hill
Kame
BR E Phelps
Firet Aoven
Ginte Wighwiry
Dalrymple & Ackerman
Kampela
Creestrate
Viton
Mateh
Umata
Kornela
la Grande
Union
Distances in Oregon rate case table list
A table from the Pendleton commercial association shows distances from Unvatilla to Portland and to Seattle within the Columbia River rate case framework. J No Thal prepared the data for inclusion in an interviewer’s report, with Inland Route commission figures cited. The table notes Pendleton to Portland about 231 miles and to Seattle via Portland shift, reflecting freight rate changes from 12 to 17 cents per 100 pounds and the public service commission’s setting based on Northern Pacific haul.
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Portland
Tewttle
Columbia River
J. No Thal
Puljle Servi Commission
Washington
Northern Pacific
Porianid
Helix
Orteby
Niles
Pendleton
Seathe
Cee
Adame
Seattle
Committee protests settlement of strike in San Francisco
Central strike committee meets International officials order to return to work Monday. Operators to receive former pay plus new rate. final award to be submitted to strikers by referendum later. Wilson advises return pending wire control board hearing with a foot and out table treatment of demands.
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San Francisco
Cali
Central Strike Committee
Sereda
Nellie Johnson
L. C Grasser
Wilson
Mayne Rowith
Hartett
Berkeley
Wire Control Board
Honor Pershing Name of March Avoided in Title
Washington July 19 Representative election of Illinois today in trafficed bill authorizing the president to appoint John J Pershing a Senator for Utah There was no mention of granting March similar honor of the president requested Brht eon said This time there is no opportunity to justify congressional action favoring him.
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Washington
John J. Pershing
Brhteon
Murphy Wins Suit to Clear Tithe Claim
Mrs Murphy wins in circuit court to clear a tithe on property sale. Judge W Phetpa dismisses the claim in favor of More Murphy. The case involves lots sold two months ago by Mrs Murphy to J J Hamley on Sete Court Street near Willow Garden within one block of the business district.
Transit lines and routes in Seastate and Beattie noted
A fragmented listing shows routes between Athens Portland and Beattie, with destinations including Seastate, Mortland, Weston, and Portland. Mentions 235 miles, 260 miles distances and JIN rifles. Details are incomplete and uncertain.
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Mortland
Nlles
Athens
Portland
Beattie
Pailes Weston
JIN Rifles
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U. S
D. W. Bailey
Uje
Cone
Dillon, Marine
Dom Deerehant Cuilors
Pee Op
King Goorse
Oulands
Lil Alii Lee
Wwe
AE Chang Hation
la Dor
Todas
Strikvers
Seamen Aoykling
Thie Allanto
Boston
Hogenlech
Weatern Steel Car Foundry
Leabman
Wirl Kine
Macon
Arko
Corn ‘Productta Company
Chicago, Jr
Valen Forse Ca
Parifie
Twleyhoane Operatoura
Patria
Keymione
Oot St. Louie
Balers
Balpvipa
Okla
Piribe
Jamestown
Motupobbelione
Our
Rome
PARES
OPP
Bauer
Muelley
Dee
Vaughan
Gere
Iker
Allmy Pdas
Tsianm
Satterbies
Slateen
Rodion
Konenkamp
Tomi
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