Fire destroys home as mother and baby badly burned
Mrs Monterastelli and her child were hospitalized after a blaze at 501 Market Street destroyed their home shortly after nine. The mother, trying to rescue the baby, reentered smoke filled rooms as flames spread rapidly. Firemen fought the blaze until midnight. insurance partially covers the loss.
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Antonio Duino
Front Line Actions Adjust as War Rages Across Europe
In Transylvania and Dobrudja region reports show unchanged fronts and repelled attacks. British forces claim gains near Beaucourt Sur Ancre with thousands of prisoners and advances along a five mile front while French repulse Champagne assaults. Roumanians defend hotly along the Ait river as Teutons seize Bunvhoesht in Tul valley amid continued battles.
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Temple Auto Rest Opens In Pendleton Garage
The Temple auto rest on Cottonwood and Water in Pendleton has opened after completion of equipment. Ernest and Ralph Temple, proprietors, run the heated facility with the largest floor space in the area aside from one other in the state. They will not perform shop work but offer wash and accessory services, storage, and rest rooms for ladies with lavatories.
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Temple
Huelnom
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Monora
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Ralph Temple
Tew
Big rate increases to coast cancelled
The Interstate Commerce Commission cancelled the large rate increases previously ordered last spring on the Pacific coast. The commission cited crowding of capital and water competition concerns and removed the dentol rule.
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Washington
Intermigté Commerce Commission
Pacific
Railroads plan injunctions against eight hour law
Chicago November courts expect about five hundred injunctions to be filed against the Adamson eight hour law in the middle west. Railroads will initiate separate actions in every state of operation to test constitutionality and practicality. Attorney General Gregory may select one suit as a test case.
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Gregory
Standard Oil Adopts Eight Hour Day System
Standard Oil announces adoption of an eight hour workday for all employees at refineries pipelines and refining departments. The plan will begin once details are completed leaving workers surprised by the broad implementation across the company.
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Publication of Hughes Bordern Letters Sparks Anxious Expectation
Ottawa reports anxious anticipation over the publication of correspondence between Sir Sam Hughes and Premier Borden. The documents are said to relate to Hughes resignation as minister of militia and defense and to reveal government positions and sequence of events. Hughes himself says he requested full publication of all letters. The new governor general Devonshire arrived and faced a government split on Hughes duties pending an appointment.
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Sam Hughes
Borden
Hughes
Luke
Devonshire
McCurdy
Defense
Milliti
Allies Pay Millions for Horses Here
At the national dockyards in Saint Louis, about 225000 horses were sold to allied governments at an average $180 each, totaling roughly $40.6 million. Some 7000 mules cost about $195 per head, adding near $1 million to the grand total of $41.446 million. A contract for 2000 head for Italy will be filled in about 30 days. British, French, Belgians, and the U S Army are among the buyers.
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United States Army
University extension course on salesmanship opens at Umatilla library
A large audience attended an Oregon University extension course led by Prof. McAuslan at the Umatilla county library last evening. The talk covered the universitys pioneer role in retail salesmanship, the profession's importance, and the essential qualities for success. Tonight the presenter continues with the Salesmans Physical and Mental Requirements, meeting at 7:30 with attendees asked to bring notebooks.
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Umatilla County
Gg, McAualan
Pioneer University
United States
Arch of Trade
McAuslan
Wheat market slips as prices vary across markets
Chicago reports mixed wheat on down day with May at 1.94 and July at 1.01 in futures activity. Portland market shows club wheat at 1.56 and bluestem at 1.95 with regional quotes. Liverpool steadies with No 1 Northern Duluth at 9d and No 2 Western Winnipeg at 6d, while Manitoba prices trend around 168 11d.
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Manitoba
Henry George Jr. Called by Death
Washington scene reports the death of ex congressman Henry George Junior an eminent single tax reformer and founder of the George Junior Republic. He was a notable figure in progressive circles and advocated fiscal reform and civic education.
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Washington
Henry George, Junior
George Junior Republic
Auto Mechanic Near Death From Asphyxiation
A Moulean Auto Company garage night shift mechanic, George Eddy, was found unconscious around 11 o clock after working among running motors in a closed upper story room. Gas from the motors caused dense fumes, resulting in asphyxiation. He was taken to St. Anthony's Hospital, and doctors report little hope for recovery as his condition remains grave. His father and mother reside locally.
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Moulean Auto Company
George Eddy
St. Anthony's Hospital
Eddy
Dre Parker
Hattery
Captain Beach to face court martial on Memphis crash
Washington reports the naval inquiry board recommended court martial for Captain Edward Beach, commander of the Memphis when she wrecked near Santo Domingo. The article notes the inquiry’s finding and the pending proceeding against him. A second unrelated line in the source mentions a proverb about romance.
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Washington
Parent Teacher Circle Approves School Gym Dances
The county library meeting voted 74 to 26 to allow high school dances in the school gymnasium. Over a hundred parents and teachers attended as opponents raised morality and public property concerns, while supporters argued supervision by faculty and parents. A constitution was adopted and future meetings planned.
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Germany Believes Somme Crisis Has Passed
Reports from Homme and German headquarters say the Somme crisis has eased. German officers claim French artillery massed along an eight mile front has yet to breach defenses, while German artillery parallels French strength and reserves. A bleak wartime outlook notes allied aims to redeem occupied territory.
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Somme
Carl Ackerman
France
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Garnitre
Wilson Gaining In The Official Count
San Francisco November 14 President Wilson maintains his California lead as official returns reported by the United Press come in. Early figures show Wilson ahead in the statewide tally with continued support from key counties and urban precincts.
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Pershing Eyes Mexico Exit As Border Pact Emerges
Reports say peace commissions may seal a border agreement before week’s end and prompt a phased or immediate retirement for General Pershing. Carranza will press General Murgula for more on the Villa pursuit as Mexicans plan greater border duties amid Allied analysis of Pershing’s strategic value.
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Minto Ordered to Resign Over Hose Incident
Salem November 14 the state board of control voted unanimously to demand the immediate resignation of Warden John Minto of the state penitentiary over the hosing of Convicts Jeff Baldwin and James Curtis on November fifth. Governor Withycombe confirmed the prisoners were handcuffed to cell doors as a hose attack occurred and described the injuries as severe with inverted wrists and great pain. Sheriff William Exch of Marion county is named to succeed Minto, and officials say the water pressure could knock a strong man down. The board says the act violated cruel and ritual punishments laws. Minto pledged to resign immediately.
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State Board of Control
John Minto
State Penitentiary
Jeff Baldwin
James Curtis
Withycombe
William Exch
Marion County
Minto
Withyeambe
Dog and Woman Jailed Over Cribby the Terrier
In Kanbas City a small white terrier named Cribby was fined 100 for vagrancy while his mistress, asleep in weeds, faced a night in the police station. The dog reportedly resisted approach as officers moved the pair to custody. Judge Kiernan fined Cribby 100 alongside the woman’s 100.
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W W W faces murder charges in Everett gun raid
Prosecutor Webb of Snohomish county says seventy more members of the IWW will likely be charged with murder in the Everett gun raid of November fifth. He ordered the release of 1231 IWW aboard the Verona after the battle, saying it is impossible to convict all on board. He aims to charge Grier against charges.
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Snohomish County
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Webb
Verona
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Minnesota Recount Seen With Uncertain Result
November 14 report from St Paul notes Hughes leading Wilson for president while 11 Minnesota precincts remain uncounted. Officials expect recount in Minneapolis could alter outcome as Republicans press for victory despite Wilson gains from soldier votes.
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High School Cafeteria Opens and Cadet Drill Leader Arrives
The high school cafeteria opens Wednesday at noon with domestic science handling menus and purchases. A bookkeeping student will manage all money. Sergeant Young of the United States Marine Corps will lead cadet drill twice a week, bringing regular army style drills to the corps. The local organization expects strong outcomes from this leadership.
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United Stated Marine Corps
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Sergeant Young
Tennessee school for Negroes shows strong year end progress
A Nashville report from the president to the state superintendent highlights a robust year at the Agricultural and State Normal School for Negroes. Attendance reached broad geographic representation with enrollment nearly statewide. emphasis on industrial education grows. Courses include agriculture, laundries, domestic economy, and crafts taught by experienced instructors.
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