Visionary pianist Leopold Godowsky praised in obituary
A long obituary honors Leopold Godowsky, noting his masterful piano technique and influence on modern pianism. It highlights his international career, praised artistry, and the esteem in which he is held by peers and critics, with references to his devotion to musical teaching and performance.
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Oodoweky
Hermdan
Poland
Axe OF Playware
Atleris
Chisen Kellogg
Mme Thurab
Ovide
Jinewks Het
Nile
Opiebel
Hethunieg
Leopold, Godowsky
Wren
Mascot Ape Manages Steam Hose Rampage at San Francisco Harbor
In San Francisco on November 5 a mascot ape used a steam hose to seize a ship in the harbor. The creature drove stevedores from the dock and claimed control of the vessel, while a Japanese freighter crew struggled to respond. Local authorities began emergency actions to regain control.
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San Francisco
Strong
Badrock
Cape of
Salta
Pendleton man and air battle described by veterans
The letter from a Pendleton native recounts a WWI air fight with nine planes, three German and six Allied. It notes two Allied planes attacking a German, then describes near-ground maneuvers, a Dutchman crash, and personal reflections on fighting, prisoners, and the war.
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Parker
Ralbeis
W. A. Gill
Pendleton
Parker Taxi Co
Rives
Oolwrito
Ube
Finyd
Frontline strain and 2400 German prisoners reported
A wartime letter describes weary conditions at the front with General Sherman cited, mentions the Argonne Drive, and notes the division capturing about 2400 German POWs. The writer discusses fatigue, concern for comrades, and seeks letters from home amid reporting from Rockport, Massachusetts.
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Sherman
Willey
Argonne
Sunrise and Sunset Hours for Hunting
Federal authorities emphasize hunting permits and carrier requirements. A permit is required for shipments of skins and furs, obtainable from the state game warden office. The permit must include a description of the shipment, names and addresses of the shipper and recipient, and identify the party to whom it is shipped. The document references duck shooting regulations for Umatilla County.
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Federal
Malive
Ehipmedia
Imp
Mariss
Federa
Lacey
Renuieed
Atate
Areo
Piilioes
Umatilla
Wartime ration items fuel trench war effort
Readers discuss shortages and supply priorities for the front lines. The letter highlights breading items like prunes and pits, and urges focus on essential goods such as wheat, preserve, and fuel, stressing their importance to soldiers and the war department.
Childs Tongue Shows If Lwer or Bowel Active
An old time remedy pitch claims a child’s tongue reveals internal activity and promises quick relief for tummy upsets. It touts a laxative syrup advertised by a California company, urging mothers to avoid counterfeits and seek genuine figures.
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California
Vold Hera
Colitorzia Fig Syrup Company
Unclear fragmentary note from County Agricultural Office
Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference a county agricultural office, a renewal, and a greeting. Readable names or dates are absent. content is largely garbled and lacks coherent events or actors.
Tourists in Reconquered French Territory See Woman Guide Killed
MARES: Nov. f.-Mile de Vale Jette, head of the American Seefiep of the Pree Geentinest of the Porestern Office, was killed in funds' Sackday when a hand erenaie which she picked up to Fercuples territory near the front exploded. She had been conducting a fart of Amerkan wom on run, vieit there. ties Eliwatherh Shirky 'Thorn ton of the Kew Republic of New Yok war wone and Pronch officer with the party wrt Injured serioinly, aan Orobos Ire Idown off Miet Thornton Woefalen to a hospital peer the front.
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de Vale Jette
Fiep
Pree Geentinest
Eliwatherh Shirky ‘Thornton
Kew Republic of New Yok
Serioinly
Aan Orobos
Miet Thornton
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Perdleton Man With Balloon
Thomas J
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Halloon Company
A. E. FP
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Genereus
All, Corp
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Cotton
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Mass
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Sunes
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Fabm Notes
Meath
Uuk
War Department
Sou Tan
Aber
Sloan
Ceerasenee Bie
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Almona
County Agricultural
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Goodyear Welt
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Love Bros
L. J. McAtee
Practical Paint Man
Main Street
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SS Ae Shin Remedy
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Pamela Pire
Murphy Bros
Phoenix Pure Paint
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