Wilson to push broader preparedness agenda in new Congress
President Wilson plans a militant message to compel action on arming merchantmen universal military training and army depropriations. He expects to seek higher gold reserves West Point funds and expanded Interstate Commerce Commission personnel as Congress may stay in session through the summer. If the Adamson Act is struck down he will push new railroad legislation and price controls.
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Robert J. Bender
Washington
Wilson
Shipping Board
Wileon
Congress
West Point
Interstate Commerce
Eewton
Supreme Court
Wilken
Tong
Four Cent Drop in May Bidding
Chicago report notes a four cent decline in May wheat bidding amid steady open high and low values. A Cortland, Oregon dispatch records a market leak and trade activity, while Hermiston observer Wise reports a Seattle contact influencing price perception. A local mayoral note hints at population growth and the upcoming town development push. A preacher linked to a stated bribe allegation is mentioned, with Brown vowing to answer questions.
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Chicago
Specia
Thane
Alame
Cortland
Ore
Wise
Witthrewn
Hermiston
Hawkiel
Seattle
Recordine Vendinion
Tieton
Lonnie
Kalee
Walla Walla Man Accepts Job in Gardner’s Store
A resident of Walla Walla has accepted a new position with Gardner’s progressive department store in the city. The move comes after ten and a half years with a prior employer, and the individual plans to depart for the new post in the near future.
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Walla Walla
Afl
Hepf
Aayren
Walla Wallin
Gardner
Army Officers Busy At San Diego Aviation School
Colonel WooAL Daneford commands the United States Army Aviation School at North Toland near Fon Dive, Cal, with executive officer Colonel Wo Le Kenly. They have become very busy since the United States broke with Germany, preparing to train large numbers as hostilities begin. The scene shows army teleplantance on the practice field.
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ARMY
San Diego
Mander
States Army Aviation School
North Toland
Fon Dive, Cal
Ficer
Wo le Kenly
United States
Germany
Platea
Pie Meted
Bids For Six New Cruisers Authorized
Washington March 14 The navy department has authorized bids ranging from 5 Shd WOG to 66 150 000 for the new scout cruiser Crampex Shipyard Philadelphia offered two ships for 86 950 01 M The Seattle Construction and Dry Dock Company bid fh OT6 000 The Union Iron Works San Francisco bid ela mil ions The bidders seek government cooperation in obtaining material.
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Washington
Navy Department
Etx
Crampex Shipyardy
Philadelphia
Seattle Construction and Dry Beck Company
Union Iron Works
San Prancieno
Sldders
Baupame Is Doomed City News Flash
A fragmented report notes Baupame facing collapse as British forces advance. The piece mentions a German surrender near Loeport woods and warns the city may fall before week’s end.
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Baupame
Bhitish Amy
China Breaks with Germany in Shanghai Harbor Action
The Navy Department reports China has severed diplomatic ties with Germany. China has served all German merchants in Shanghai, brought crews ashore, and placed armed guards aboard.
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Washington
Navy Department
China
Germany
Shanghai
Interior Commerce Commission Rules Favor Intermediate Points
The Intermate Commerce Commission proposes abolishing preferential rates and mandating proportional rates to intermediate points for freight between the East and Pacific coast terminals. It targets commodities like copper, electrical goods, pulp, leather, wheat, rice, tobacco and others, with April hearings and a May decision window. The plan seeks to raise rates to intermediate points where current rates are too low, with tentative conclusions after hearings and consultations.
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Washington
Intermate Commerce Commission
Pacific Comet
Easter Oitien
Ling
Pathataking
Meetinasien
Iin
Nere
Atlantic
Pacific Coast
Territories
Pwcifle Coas
Gerard Arrives at Washington with Report Pending
Gerard arrives in Washington to a cheering crowd. He is greeted by officials and his wife waves to reporters. Gerard will transmit information on international aviation to the government and may issue a formal statement this afternoon after meeting with the State Department and officials at Shoreham Hotel.
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Washington
Vader Gerard
Gerard
White House
State Department
Shoreham
German commerce raider sighted in Indian Ocean
Tokig March 14 report confirms a German commerce raider operating in the Indian Ocean. An unidentified Japanese ship was destroyed en route to India, according to Australian sources.
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Indian Ocean
India
Frasier Called to La Grande for Ill Father
Mrs Frank Frasier journeys to La Grande to be with her father Uncle George Webb who is reported seriously ill in Wen. Webb, former state treasurer, has made Pendleton his home for many years.
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Frank Frasier
la Grande
George” Webb
Wen
Pendleton
Aod
School Board Holds Brief Meeting On Audits
The school board met briefly last evening and approved only the bill audit. Election of teachers is not expected to occur until the Ma meeting, with no other business acted upon.
Appointment of Surgeons for Pendleton Division
OW physicians and the RR and NM announce Dra F i Borden and Kevanaugh as second surgeons for the Pendleton division. The company plans to hire ten Pendletonn die workers at the new terminal yards at Rieth, replacing the previous setup of one. Retirement benefits discussed.
Algonquin sinking tempers talks of war fears
Washington reports the Algonquin sinking strengthens relief in the administration but does not signal immediate war. U S armed ships defend against Germany's submarine tactics while officials assess affidavits from Storstad survivors and monitor potential maritime aggression.
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Washington
United States
Germany
New York
Rochester
Wyman seeks custody in tidal Portland divorce case
Allecineg claims Lena deserted him in September 1914 and took their two children to Wisconsin. Wyman jon files for divorce through attorney Wm Petersen and seeks custody of the children.
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Lena
Portland
Wisconsin
Wyman Jon
WM. Petersen
Administratrix Appointed In Stephen Smith Estate
Administratrix Go E York named to manage Stephen Smith estate. Mrs Cyrus reported as ill after being taken to Mr Anthers hospital for treatment. Hospitalization details remain unclear. local officials awaiting further medical and legal updates.
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York
Stephen Smith
Cyrus
Hoepinl
Carl Cyrus
Sehooks Are Chedne County Year Near Closing
Six and seven months sections of the county are closing for the year, according to Superintendent Youns. The notice signals end of a current period and outlines the remaining steps for finalizing accounts and reporting.
Change in Seeviews Policy Bans Night to Sunday Worship
A local religious council announced a policy change banning a practice from Sunday night through Wednesday night this week. A meeting will be held Wednesday night at the community center to review the ruling and discuss implications for parishioners.
Wilson to Halt Railroad Strike Action Planned by Brotherhoods
March 14 dispatches report President Wilson likely to halt the railroad strike orders after a New York meeting of brotherhood chiefs and railway managers. Chicago would be severely affected, with major lines involved. Government intervention expected to control roads amid a looming nationwide disruption.
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Washington
Wilson
New York
Supreme Court
Wilken
Chicago
Shicago
Thicagst
Mart
Chicago Junction Railway
New York Central
Brotherhoods
Chas. W. Ellis
Leber Bureau
Ethelbert Stuart
Buaslnetumen
Kermanshah Taken by Russian Forces Reported
London dispatches state that Kermanshah in Persia has fallen to Russian troops, a blow to Turkish prestige as Russian forces advance from the north cooperate with British units. Mesopotamian expeditionCommand reports detachments 26 miles beyond Baghdad and Turkish forces retreat toward Bomra, near Baghdad.
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Kermanshah
London
Kermianshah
Persia
Boxgdad
Constantinople
Bomara
Bagdad
Eastern Oregon Highway Association backs six million road bond
In a historic Eastern Oregon meeting in Pendleton, the newly formed Eastern Oregon Highway Association pledged unanimous support for a six million dollar road bond. Leaders like Janet David A. Nelson and Hugh Murray spoke as delegates from Pendleton, Hermiston, Stanfield and other towns attended.
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Eastern Oregon Highway Association
Umatilla
Ererlarr-Tremsurer
Algonquin Sunk by Submarine. All Saved Without Aid
The American steamer Algonquin was torpedoed without warning en route to London with foodstuffs. Captain Nordberg reported twenty seven American sailors saved. no casualties. The submarine refused to aid lifeboats. cargo valued at over a million, including Swift & Co goods.
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Swift and Co
London
Algonquin
Nordberg
Brooklyn
Swifts
La Grande Show to Boost Good Roads Program
W E Thompecs highway commander will speak at the La Grande auto show about a six million dollar bend levy. Invitations were sent to Baker Union Enteragite Wallowa and other cities for representation. A delegation of 30 men from Baker is expected and Pendleton has also been invited to send.
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W. Eo Thompecs
la Grande
Bend Levine
la Grimie
Haker
Emeet Oregonian
Jin Tiber
Baker Union
Enteragite
Wallowa
Paper shipment to Portland tied to centennial milest
An odd shipment of old paper arrives in Portland as part of a centennial celebration. Workers gathered materials and plan another collection, seeking donations or participation. The exact details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Portland
Mayor J A Best Presence Delays Committee Decision
Action hinges on whether Mayor J A Best attends the pollen committee meeting. The chair must confirm his return from a trip by Friday or risk postponement. If absent, members say they will not proceed with any charges until his presence is established before the next gathering.
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J.A. Best
Mars
Bea
Werner Bat
Ava Pewult
Hammer
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Col WL
Kenly
Commerce Commission
Carl Ghost
Gregon Lumber Yard
RO Melveny
Peterson
Joea Offlicens
Strotherhowld
Chiago
Manger Committee
Miles Keyom
Croatia
Covery Ciiien
Oregon
Pendicton Commercial Association
Pilot
Hermiston Stanfieldt
Adams
Milren
Freeenter
Mane
Mareh
Bern
Aml
Hlelhwel Corpmtission
Ales
Ceanimere Horsement
Westen Commercial Club
Pile Rock
Clu
Werntin
Milton
Preewater
Stanfield
Woeeton
Thompson
Milner
Themen
Ameureni
Thoamapeon
Maloman
Oranty
Hithwass
Towde Shell
Thompeon
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