Delaware House votes down woman suffrage amendment
Dover reports the Delaware House defeated ratification of the woman suffrage amendment by 24 to 10 in the Special Session, ending a long effort. A motion to committee of the whole failed, blocking further action. The state would have become the 39th if ratified. President Wilson had urged Delaware lawmakers to vote for the federal amendment.
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A M E Church Dedication Planned Sunday
The newly built African Methodist Episcopal church on Willowatroot will be dedicated Sunday at 9 p m. Rev J W Crow of Spokane presides, with Lee Anderson and others helping. About 100 attend the service as the church, built for 2500, features modern design including stein flan windows from an old Catholic church. The public is invited to the dedication and the church aims to unite local colored congregations.
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Lee Anderson
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All Union
Linemen Strike Not Felt Locally In Pacific Power District
Dr. FW Vincent manager of the local plant says the strike by linemen is not harming the area. He notes workers from Pondieton to Yakima have joined, with some talking of sympathy walkouts. Vincent adds higher wages may be difficult but prices have not been raised, and wages shown as low pay with overtime remains unchanged.
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Pacific Power and Light Company
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Merchant Marine Bill Finalized by Conferees
After an all night session in Washington the merchant marine bill was finally agreed upon by Senate and House conferees providing for a seven member permanent shipping board. The article notes the sale of American ships to foreign interests after efforts to dispose of them to Americans. Cattle market reports from Portland show current prices for cattle, dairy, and eggs with slight changes.
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Taft VOA: Dollars Not Synonymous With Wealth
Former president William Howard Taft spoke to about 700 Ponchetan men and women, analyzing capital and labor and warning against Bolshevism. He argued government and industry must balance thrift invention and organization, criticizing reformers and stressing the need for a stable capitalist system.
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Jon Ve. Kolshevnen
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Kappinom
Thene
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Hhselves
Chances Dim for 1920 Band Concerts
A report by Joe Parken, director of the band organization, says summer 1930 band concerts at Pioneer Park appear unlikely due to finances. About $900 raised by the Commercial Association through subscriptions and carnival funds bought uniforms. members were paid $2 per concert. Efforts to finance the summer season face shortfalls with only $400 raised so far, leaving pay for musicians in doubt.
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Student Lyceum Doubly Successful Before Taft Visit
The Pendleton High School Lyceum for Spring 1920 closed after William Howard Taft’s lecture. Arthur Wolton Evan and Taft met the crowd. attendance met the required fee and left a surplus. Profits will benefit the school. H. E. Inion supervised, Alberta McMoniew handled treasurer duties, Arthur Rudd managed the year’s committee.
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William Howard Taft
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Arthur Wolton
Evan
Mr Taft
Fiat Chen
Bertha-Farner Company
Recital Artinie
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H. E. Inion
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Arthur Rudd
Yeoum Courte
Proposed Change in Schedule Eliminates Baker Umatilla Train
Railroad rumors in Pendleton today suggest a schedule change that would remove the Baker Umatilla train. If Union Pacific arrangements via Pendleton mid route are approved, the Baker Umatilla service may be cut while Baker Umatilla motor service could be added or moved to Spokane and Portland routes, with connections and coach arrangements under review. William McMurray, general passenger agent for the O W R N Co, is en route to discuss with Union Pacific officials, and local opposition notes concern over middlewear connections and the Spokane Portland link.
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O-W
Hh & M Co
Omaha
Certion Me Co
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J C C F Noblе Grand Chisholm Named
J J Chisholm was elected to serve as noble grand of Barnke lodge in Ouifellowe, replacing the retiring officer. He and two Pendleton officers are to be honored at a lodge event in Baker with remarks from senior leaders including Howardin, Kirkuptrick, and Whetstone.
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Pendleton
Oddfellows
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Kirkuptrick
Frank Whetetone
Cotton Outlook Declares Worst Ever Known Condition
Washington June 2 the Department of Agriculture announced the May cotton condition at 64.4 percent of normal, the lowest in 50 years, confirming the recurring statement of the worst ever known for this crop outlook.
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Department of Pariculture
Johnson special banner starts trip for Chicago
United Press reports a Johnson presidential banner special train departed San Francisco at 9 this morning bound for Chicago with a full contingent of men aboard. The Rocky Mountain delegation splits 26 votes, Abbott claims 700 workers, and supporters express strong enthusiasm despite limited details on the cargo and seating.
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Chicago
Carriell Weat
Rockhien
Cyulifortia
Gomnoewet
Abbott
Americans Eye Brazil Stock Trade Stirring Border Ties
A report notes cattle shipped into Brazil amid border tensions and land deals. Letters from Tom and Bud Calvin, ex-county officials, reference American interests and rising payroll costs as settlements near Bahia react to foreign purchase and labor unrest. The controversy hints at broader U S involvement as stock moves reshape local markets.
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Soente
Braet
Tom
Bud Calvin
Usretilte County
Ben Calvin
Walla Walla
Brasil
I' Urae
Bahia
Colvin
Aither
Senate Passes Huge Appropriation Bills
The Senate approved a major fiscal package totaling about 1.477 billion, sending the measure to the president. The three departments allocated large sums included Army funding and civilian programs with significant totals and constraints.
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Senate
Johnson Leads Oregon Primary With 46 183 to 45 756
Complete official returns from every county show John Johnson winning the Oregon primary by a plurality of 427 votes over Wood, with Lowden and Hoover trailing. Campaign results finalized by the secretary of state.
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Associated Press
Salem
Oregon
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Toca Wood
Dive Johnean
Wood
Lowden
Hoover
Raid on King's Inn Dublin Overpowers Guard
A Sinn elners raid on the King's Inn in Dublin saw a guard inside the inn overwhelmed by about 100 attackers. The intrusion, completed in under 10 minutes, prompted talk of a parliamentary debate. Destruction extended to military barracks at Cullytiackey and Kilbchenny.
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Six Men Die Buried by Earth After Ontario Gas Explosion
June 2 a catastrophic blast at the Ontario Gas & Coal Company site near Cokesburg, Minnushburg left six workers dead, buried beneath tons of earth. Rescue teams battled rubble as families awaited word.
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Ontario Gas& Coal Company
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Gasoline shortage to last nine days at current rate
Pendleton area reports a nine day supply window for gasoline at the present consumption pace. The Standard Oil Company advises about 92,000 gallons in stock, supplying roughly 4,000 gallons daily to dealers, about half the normal demand. No shipment news from state or federal agencies. Oregon towns report local shortages amid broader delays.
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Lee Gam UN Haw
Pendleton
Ero Coporta
English Derby Won By Yankee Jockey O Neill Ride
American jockey O Neill rode Gareth Loder to victory as Spion Kop and other top contenders trailed in the English Derby at Epsom Downs on June 2. The win marked a major triumph for the Telts of 19 and the featured thoroughbreds in the field.
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GossipAlong Presidential Row Fosters Lowden Or Knott Winner
Cleveland June 2 Senator Tolowon weighs the presidential race saying the convention should stand against any league and he is confident but will not prognosticate. He notes polling a million plus Republican primary votes and argues delegates may reflect the voters in states with primaries, underscoring momentum for his bid.
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Toopee
Uso League of Navn
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Dulegates
Dismissal Requested in Watts Case After Raid
Attorneys for Homer J Watts seek dismissal of State v Watts. Case stems from December 3 1918 Athena raid that led to liquor seizure. The district attorney appealed a July 9 justice court ruling. proceedings stalled as defense argues readiness for hearing and lack of prosecution by the state.
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Frederick W. Steiner
Peterson, Bishop & Clark
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R. I. Keator
How Ht. Parks
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Mc Camant Fraud Charge Moves Campaign Office
Portland June 2 Associated Press says Sanfield McDonald campaign manager for Hiram Johns en of Oregon left for Chicago to contend for the seat of Wallace McCamant He faces a petition alleging McCamant won by fraud and refused to obey the mandate of the Republican Party of Oregon, which he serves.
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Barbers Strike Over Haircut Price Rise Declared
Marysville Calif June 2 Barbers walked off the job after shops refused to raise the haircut price to six cents The strike followed a proposed price increase amid stalled efforts to set higher charges in a local dispute.
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John A. Roberts Corp fined for profiteering
Utica based John A. Roberts corporation, a dealer in wearing apparel, was fined 25,000 pounds by federal Judge E Lowe after being convicted of profiteering on 11 accounts. The Associated Press report datelined Stracush.
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E Lowe
Cuumta
Uncompromising Fight Promised By Johnson
In Chicago June 2 United Press reports the Republican nominating fight shaping up with Lowden favored by some, while Penrose Sproul and Knox hold potential leverage. Contests over delegates surface as Johnson support interests emerge amid shifting camp strategies and anticipated caucus outcomes.
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Knox
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