House votes to investigate camp construction losses
In Washington on April 13 the House by 207 to 4 approved a resolution urging General Palmer to begin jury investigations into alleged losses from the army camp construction system. The measure cites losses exceeding 30 percent of total camp costs and calls the attorney general to review the cantonments. In Tacoma the House committee's charges of fraud and waste at Camp Lewis are labeled by A F Albertson, president of the Tacoma Cantonment builder, as political rhetoric.
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Palmer
Tacoma
Mare
Camp Lewistal
A. F. Albertson
Guatemala Rebels Move Under Strong Government Forces
Washington April 13 The Guatemalan government and rebels loyal to President Estrada Cabrera press the advance from Los Altos and northern regions to reinforce the capital and forts. Rebels reportedly besieging cities including Matamoras San Jose and Sa with a large pursuing force.
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Pfive
Los Altos
Estrada Cabrera
Guatemala
Matamoras
San Jose and
Girl in Nightgown Found in Cabin Near Mill Valley
Miss Akaila, found yesterday in a cabin near Mill Valley wearing a nightgown, was brought to San Francisco by her sister. She had wandered from a Mill Valley sanitarium where she was being treated. Deputies took the girl from the cabin as she recovered and could not give her name or address at first.
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San Francisco
Hoover Rally Highlights Oregon Campaign in Newberg
The first Hoover rally in Oregon was held in Newberg. Speakers included Herbert Hoover on a barefoot visit amid a speaking tour for the Hoover campaign, with Ely the former New Mexico food administrator among them.
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Newberg
Ore
Oregon
Herbert Hoover
Cr. Ely
New Mexico
Pa Northwest
Youth 15 Tries Robbery Shot In Los Angeles Gunfight
In a Wilmington gun battle early today Andreas Gallagass aged 15 attempted to rob Clar Moe Mowers a San Pedro taxicab driver. Gallagas was shot twice and taken to county hospital where a critical operation was performed. He is not expected to live.
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Los Angeles
Wilmington
Andreas Gallagass
Rob Clar
Moe Mowers
San Pedro
Gallagas
White or Japanese A problem we must face now
A discussion of the Japanese immigration issue cites Hawaii as a warning. The author argues that Japanese groups resist assimilation, have higher birth rates, and leverage economic advantages. It forecasts rapid expansion into California Oregon and other Pacific states with warnings of displacement of white communities.
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Hawaii
Sidney L. Gulick
Europe
Safford
Territorial
California
Plarta
Walnut Grove
Sacramento County
Sacramento
San Joaquin
Imperial Valley
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Oregon
Seattle
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Colorado
Pacific Coast
Bon Marché Silk Week Socks and Blouse Offer
The Bon Marche presents silk week deals in the blouse section on the second floor. Men's silk socks, factory seconds from a top maker, priced at 85 cents per pair. Plain black and clocked styles with reinforced heels and toes, sizes 9¼ to 12, offering notable savings. Mens Shop Lower Main Floor.
Fine as Silk Baby and Dress Fabrics Sale Ad
A dense sale listing highlights satin shirtings at 1.65, 40 inch silk voile at 2.00, black chiffon taffeta at 2.25, with numerous children's garments and outfits priced from 95c to 12.50. Includes robes, gowns, coats, caps, sleepers, ribbons, booties, and diapers, labeled COND FLOOR.
Silk Week Talks At Temple Of Setsu In Japan
An ancient Setsu temple honors Koreans and four Chinese girls who taught silk weaving to the Japanese. Legends say the temple commemorates those who carried the Celestial silk secret to Japan and safeguards the growing silk industry of the Orient.
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Setsu
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China
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