NC-1 Forced to Land in Dense Fog During Flight
Commander Bellinger recounted how NC-1 seaplane began from Trepansey, met dense clouds and fog between Nov 17 and 18, descended to 20 60 feet, and landed on rough water. After drifting five hours, a small Jonia boat rescued the crew. Despite efforts by destroyers Harding and Fairfax to salvage, the NC-1 may be a total loss.
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Davis Appointed by Attorney General Palmer
Frank Davis of Oercland is named successor to the attorney general by Attorney General Palmer in Washington on May 1. The appointment marks a transition in the federal department and sets Davis to lead the office.
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Davis
Washington
Frank Davis
Oercland
Way Unlay
Palmer
Tyros Shown Scenes of Desert at Pendleton Knights Ceremony
The Khaled temple event in Pendleton featured a desert pageant for 36 candidates plus the Knights of Pythias. The procession moved along Main Street to the Moure tall for a cafe- style banquet, followed by a dance at the K of P hall. Notables from La Grande and Amity attended, with plans for a large Washington state grand lodge gathering and a new temple on Poplar Street later in the day.
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Fred J. Johnson
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Motor Transport Unit to Open at Oregon Agriculture College
Oregon Agriculture College will establish a motor transport unit this fall with a maximum of 50 men. Interest in practical mechanics and shop work has been strong. more applicants are expected. The War Department will supply equipment valued at nearly $20,000, and officers will be detailed for instruction. Equipment includes engines, power units, starting and lighting systems, military trucks, cars, motorcycles, and various instructional aids.
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Oregon Agriculture College
War Department
Feat Accomplished Is London Tribute
London tribute lauded as feat accomplished by Rages praising the plucky Amerive sportsmen in a surreal postwar scene.
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London
Wheat Price May Be Exceeded By Shortage Abroad
Reports from American Relief Administration offices warn that European grain shortages may push the guaranteed price for this year’s wheat above expectations. Poland Romania and Finland are cited as needing continued aid while Vienna faces food scarcity amid political chaos. A local court battle over municipal pavement bonds and land acquisition highlights ongoing tensions between city officials and taxpayers.
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Europe
American Relief Administration
Poland
Rumania
Krumasia
Finland
Hango
Melsingfors
Whedare
Ferbla
Itn
Josees
Serija
Crechy Blavakia
Vienna
Hungary
Street Paying Case Carried Into Court in Jackson County
An odd street paving case advances in Jackson County court as details are sparse. The report notes court proceedings on an integrated street paving plan and tax adjustments with actions tied to delinquent payments and city property deeds.
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Jackson County
United Presa
Jackson
Jewelry theft claim by heiress in San Francisco suit
Mrs. Harriet Pullman Carolan of San Francisco and New York alleges in a St. Keele hotel suit that jewels valued at 79 000 were stolen the night of December 15 1618 and contends two women of her social position acted as pawns guiding her to keep the jewels and not deposit them in a safe. the hotel staff advised leaving the valuables with her.
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New York
Harriet Pullman Carolan
San Francises
Ceelery
George Colimin
St. Keele
Carvian
Wives and Mothers May Join Solite Es
Washington May 20 Wives and mothers of American soldiers in Europe may go to join them after June 15, provided the soldiers are on the priority list to return home. The move aims to support families amid the war effort and ease separation.
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Washington
Europe
Fees Take Big Drop In Atlantic City Parachute Test
Esqun caused a dramatic drop as a crate towed from an airplane for a parachute test traveled 700 feet before impact. The incident occurred in Atlantic City on May 1, highlighting risks in aerial cargo experiments.
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Atlantic City
Esqun
Western Electric Power Brightens Farm Life
A farmer extols Western Electric Power and Light for saving steps and making work easier. The system powers a washing machine, wringer, vacuum, iron, pumps water for the home and barn, and lights the entire place. The testimonial urges others to learn about Western Electric now. A separate note describes Promissory Note action seeking $249.96 with 7 percent interest from December 13, 1917.
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Western Electric Power and Light
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Western Electric
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East Oregonian
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