Bond Proposal Sparks County Debate On Tax Impact
A local representative from Mmutilia County argues bonds are needed to match a federal grant while taxes would rise to cover interest and retirement of existing debt. Opponents warn of higher costs and possible surplus beyond stated aims, noting uneven burden across households and local businesses. The article flags continuation on Page 4.
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Mmutilia County
Puce Joseffy
Velinemat
Melinemah
Bill Pho
McNary Named to Succeed Lane in Oregon
Salem May 20 Judge Charles McNary Republican of Salem appointed to succeed Senator Mary Lane to fill the Oregon vacancy. Governor Withycombe announces the nomination after the death of Senator Lane and states McNary will depart for Washington to assume duties. The move aims to support the Wilson administration and secure wartime policies.
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Salem. Ore
Judae Chathle McNary
Miublican
Soler
Aight
Mit
Elem Eenator
Oregon
Marry Lane
Thy Offici
Withyeamhe
McNary
Washington, D. C
Hia Offici
McNery Asearte
Bing
Ohaniehin
Wathen
Peretdahon
Wilson
Explosion rocks city as dynamite plant blows
A massive dynamite blast at the My keaee Vitrified trick plant on the riverfront shattered windows across the city. Police reported a terrible shock wave, with debris scattered and several streets temporarily closed while responders searched for victims and secured the area.
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Muskooum
Wadener
Garden Spots and Gardeners at Dunwoodie Golf Links
Frederick Upham Adame describes Dunwoodie Golf Club members near Yonkers forming garden plots on fifteen acres of the course to grow vegetables for wartime shortages. Golfers volunteer two hours weekly, aiming to supply produce to aid famine relief, with broad support from the United States Golf Association and club presidents.
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Dunwoodie Golf Links
Frederick Upham Adame
Selfer
Gelfer
Dunwordie Olf Club
Yonkers
Dtaeran
Pendleton Hosts Memorial Day Tribute Parade and Service
Pendleton observed Memorial Day with a large parade and somber service. Crowds gathered as the Pendleton band led marchers from Court House to Main Street and the cemetery, with veterans and local officials speaking and a three volleys salute by Company M Third Oregon.
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Hong
Bad Platte
Court House
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Male
Web
Mapper
Pendown
Horer
Widder Ley
AL Ciney
ARL
M. Ll. Petern
Wang
Hest
Ho Ho Hubbell
Clty Atte
Alger
Harry Chamber
J. R. Raley
Fred
Company M
Orecen
Seagoing Yachts Sought by Navy Amid Appeal
New York reports the Navy seeks seagoing yachts to support wartime needs. The International Merchants Marine Co announces plans to recover American yacht craft from owners on the Atlantic and Great Lakes. Secretary Frank R. Knox directs widespread seizure and transfer, targeting vessels suitable for warline service.
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Onvy
Cate
Erie
Menchastity Marine Company
Briay Welleday Ar
Franklin D. Kooeeeett
Atlantic Qunet
Great Lakes
Fachion
Ion Chan Tie
Soviet Troops Reject Annexation Plans Amid War Protests
May 16 Ropria’y soldiers demand no forced annexations and no punitive indemnities. Delegates from the front adopt resolutions calling for peace without annexation, without indemnity, and upholding national self-determination. They pledge to mobilize workers and soldiers to support the provisional government.
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Patroghad
Ropria
Front
Democracy is Only Way for World Peace
Copenhagen dispatch reports German socialite debate on peace as crucial to easing tensions. A belief circulated that a belligerent regime could be moved toward harmony if the nations guiding war were influenced by civilian leadership and a broader search for stability.
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Copenhagen
Delemathon
Breckheim
Waar
Rieeia
British Gain Part of German Trench Line
London May 20 British raiders penetrated German trenches south of Neuve Chapelle and inflicted casualties Haig reported German raiders were repulsed Eighty major engagements were reported Paris said fighting resumed across the French front with repulse of German attacks in Champagne and French drive around Verdun continued A German attack to renew Ment Blond Teo was unsuccessful German aeroplanes were downed
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London
Neuve Chapelle
Haig
Paris
Mann
Champagne
Verdun
Retain Alien Employees Warned by Public Information Committees
Washington says employers should not dismiss alien workers who have not completed naturalization. The advisory notes some large firms have done this and argues it clashes with wartime policy and the spirit of liberty. It urges fair treatment to avoid social division and persecution.
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Washington
Committees On Public Information
Weil le
Heap Rans
Neelvet Tate Hdr
Containment Efforts Tighten as Anti‑Conscription Plots Surveil
Washington officials report anti conscription schemes breached as riots echo Civil War era tensions. Militia could be deployed if needed while authorities, aided by police and federal agents, hunt plotters across the country. Investigations reveal pro Germans and Teutonic elements behind the agitation and sedition laws to be applied.
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Washington
Ardor
Wera
Promiganda
Teutonis Boers
Thompson declines school board candidacy bid
Thompson states he will not run for school director on June 1 citing time demands of Holywas duties. If elected, he would be placed in nomination by pregame allies, while G M Rive may also refuse candidacy. Petitions for Mme. BB Terpeninge nomination will begin tomorrow.
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WL. Thompson
Highwas
G. M. Rive
Mire
Troop B 10 Be Received Into ONG Tonight
Pendiaton area citizens prepare for the ceremonial reception of Troop B 10 into the Organized National Guard this evening. The event includes commandant remarks, examinations, and formal approvals as the unit joins the county guard. turnout is expected from local residents and family members.
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O.N.G
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