French Push For War and Tragic Hospital Escape
A chaotic report covers a failed escape at the Eastern Oregon State Hospital where patient George Solling fell to his death from a fourth story window while others tried to improvise a rope. The account notes coroner attention, no inquest, and details of the hospital escape attempt. Also reported are French battlefield gains near Chaudon and Le Chateau with thousands captured and French forces advancing, plus Petrograd claims of Rim front activity against German positions.
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Oregon
George
Gelioge
Frank Myers
Wallowa
Ontellow
Salen
Dane
Multnomah County Hospital
George F Solling
Tiderfield
Brown
SRPISSED $770000 Raised in Campaign Total
The drive reports total subscriptions of Waves of donations exceed 750k with banks adding 27 7k. Major contributors include Bron 20000 and Mrs Lina Stureis 10000 via First National Bank. Four Minute Men promote speeches tonight at Alta Cony and Pastime theaters as Liberty Bond drive continues. Oregon reports over 6 million in Liberty Bond quota with several cities reaching 70 percent+ and extra rails announced.
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C. Cc. Chapman
Portinnad Ul Afternmecia
Lina Stureis
Fit National Bank
W. M. Blakely
FE. Parker
J. PF. Motile
Jack Gibmom
Pondieion
Aberty Toon
Enon
Three Movine Picters Theater
Toniaht Judine Fee
Alta
BR. M Agntella
Cony
Harry Chambers
Fay Net Nuide
Wilson
Vaughan
Randance
Orecon
Eodore Wilcox
Ertland Wlyoring Mills
Lad
Tilton Bank
Orégon Short Line
Hie
Bend
Amity
Burne
Dallas
Enterurier
Wim
Gardiner
Moipin
Medlinavile
Pomieion
Shantho
Tolodo
Wherler
Union
Wa'lown
Plummer Urges Schools to Save Food in Wartime
Oregon field agent Plummer and state Food Administration representative Aver spoke to Pendleton students about conserving bread. They cited that one slice per person per day could help troops and end hunger, urging parent cooperation in the food conservation drive as preparations for Portenky portend.
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M. Pimmer
Oregon
W. Hy
Food Administration
Weston Mill Busy Season in Weston Oregon
Weston Mill Co run by W. J. Robbins operates two days weekly for sour end four days for food making and cleaning seed wheat for timerns, peas and beans. Peas and beans are shelled and traded. News notes show orders and contracts as of October. Seven blocks of concrete sidewalk are planned on Main street.
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Weston
Ore
Rothinw
Muin Mirevt
Prof Barss Answers Point Raised On Smut Wheat Treatment
Oregon Agricultural College Corvallis October 8 The Fair Orwinian reports Prof Barss addresses a letter from Jox F Fisher of Nolin on smut wheat treatment via formaldehyde It notes that wrong use can cause injury and stresses following directions exactly The article hints at continued discussion on page 2
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Barss
Nolin Man
Oregon Agriculturn College
Corvalite
Lory
Orwinian
Jox F. Fisher
Nolin
Ybur Lane
Roply
Coas
Flasher Mayer
Hawilians
Thancen
Local American Patriot Woman Buys Liberty Bond
A patriotic local woman living at Pine Town School addresses war needs and buys a Liberty Bond. She explains her support by recounting conversations with neighbors, expressing determination to back the effort and encourage others to contribute. The article portrays her as devoted to the American cause and eager for unity during wartime.
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NWA
Liberty Bond
Wheat shipments halted by Pacific coast embargo
A temporary embargo on grain shipments to Pacific coast ports, in effect for several days, stops movement in the county. Freight recession and a backlog of rail cars loaded with grain at ports prevent onloading, with no clear relief timeline from railway officials.
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Pacific
O W. KR
Patriotic Day Program Planned Across Town
A community gathering is planned for Patriot Day with local businesses closed from 1 to 3 pm. Roy T. Bishop chairs a committee detailing the program which includes songs, speeches by Rev Layder and Judge Thomas Fite, and a Victoria Four performance on Main Street.
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Tommorow
Weidnertay
Wilson
Pendleton
Roy T. Bishop
Cuisene
Court
Water
Court Street
Ender
Citteens
Curt
Ata
Maln
Ana Garden
Tits Gerald
Sudge
Thomas Fite
Gerald
J. Layder
W. KL. Thompson
Muse
Forshaw
G. Rinehart
Tf Powalde
French Cabinet Readjusted Amid Resignations In Paris
Paris reports say premier Paintove reshuffled his cabinet sending Bibut from the minister of state post while Barthon is cooling. cabinet reportedly faced two resignations but Palmere is expected to survive the shake up. Foreign minister Hutot name not announced. Meanwhile workers strike as journeyman horse coach demands a raise to one dollar daily.
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Paris
Ty Hee
Tor Leisn Pihiter
Eme
M. Barthon
Palmere
Varia
Royal
Sie
Weeding Hutot
Vice President Marshall to Visit Pendleton
Vice President Marshall arrives in Pendleton on November 6 for a welcome aligned with local hospitality. The event, organized by the White Lyceum Bureau, includes a paid address at Happy Canyon pavilion with a 50 cent admission. Committees outline arrangements for receptions, social events, and public engagements, as the first Pendleton visit by a vice president is anticipated to draw strong interest.
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Marshall
Pendleton
White Lyceum Bureau
Happy Canyon
EB. B. Alderich
J. V. Tollgjan
Rev. L. Bnyder
Han
Valouq Deualis
Benes McNary
Stacie Quening
Oncetiiss
Maloney
Dr. McNary
Pendie+ton
J. R. Raley
J. F. Hobinson
G. M. Ries
We. L. Thompson
W. M. Petersen
Shon Cohen
M. FH. Chessman
W. B. Lowell
Marsbal
Congress
Mire
German Counter Attacks Succeed Near Houthoulet Wood
Haig reports German counter attacks renewed pressure in the southern Houthoulet Wood area as British forces withdraw. British counter moves aim to widen the front and prepare preliminary operations for a broader offensive in the region.
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Houthoulet Wood
London
Haig
Slixheig
Thieslo
Gegnan
Peer Paesochen- Nocle
Austria faces food shortages amid political turmoil reports
In Austria, civilians endure hunger as depots run dry amid systemic disorder. Frome officials report scarce supplies and disrupted distribution, with cables noting deteriorating conditions across communities and shortages spreading despite aid efforts.
Fight Arrested for Conspiracy to Kill Wilson
Memphis dispatch reports eight men arrested on a conspiracy to kill President Wilson. Secret Service traced plot to gain access through political influence. Three others allegedly planned to meet the President on Thanksgiving Day. Four defendants bound over to the grand jury. methods not disclosed.
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Memphis
Wilson
Secret Service
Grand
Banks Offer Free Handling of Liberty Bonds in Portland
Portland banks agree to handle Liberty Bond purchases for workers at no charge following Secretary McAdoo's request. McAdoo seeks statewide adoption. confusion arises over interest rules at First National Bank and American National Bank, which clarify they will not charge extra fees for bond purchases.
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Portland
Kuat Oregonian
Trenedry
First National Bank
First Nations Bank
American National Bank
Work Resumes at Portland Shipyards After Strike
Portland ships yards restart after month long stoppage. By morning shift crews return as two days are expected to restore normal operations. In Astoria yard a worker resumes at the forge while the strike continues elsewhere.
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Portland
Astoria
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al Iemont
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Eam
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Tete
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OG. Rinehint
Comitee
Victoria Four
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