Testimony in Collins divorce trial prompts labor council action
Joseph W. Collins testifies at his divorce trial before Judge Frater. The Central Labor Council will consider his possible resignation as president of the local Laundry Workers union and potential expulsion. Under cross-examination by Judge Thomas Byron MacMahon, Collins claims long hours, saying he and other laundry employees often worked 14 to 18 hours daily at Collins Wet Wash where he serves as secretary.
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Joseph W. Collins
Rivers Are Rising Threatening Portland Floods
Portland faces rising water as the upper Columbia and Willamette rivers surge and forecast heavy rains swell headwaters. Government weather officials remain optimistic about containment, but low-lying areas and waterfront streets may flood if levels climb. Albany to Oregon City river levels are falling.
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Portland
Columbia River
Willamette River
Willamette
Weather Bureau
Columbia
Wilamette
Albany
Oregon City
Favor militia plan Washington February debate in congress
Senate military committee chairman indicates complete victory for pro militia forces in congress. He favors federalizing National Guards to a single standard of efficiency and reducing local political influence while improving overall militia effectiveness. He also notes Secretary Garrison has resigned and opposes the continental plan.
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Washington
Promilitia
Congress
Chamberlain
Senate Military Committee
Garrison
Roosevelt sails for West Indies on six week tour
The article notes Theodore Roosevelt leaving New York on a six week pleasure voyage to the West Indies. He declines comment on Secretary Garri son's resignation and comments on the Lusitania settlement with a quip about defending grandchildren and battleships. Marjorie Sterrett of Brooklyn witnesses the departure and receives Roosevelt's praise and support.
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New York
Col. Roosevelt
West Indies
Garrison
Lusitania
Jorie Sterrett
Brooklyn
Marjorie
Sterrett
Jimmie Glass Kidnapping Becomes National Search
The disappearance of Jimmie Glass near Greeley Pa is described as a nationwide mystery. High level figures including Joseph Tumulty and Frank Hague are mentioned as pushing for a broader search with Pennsylvania authorities and state police involved.
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Tumulty
Pennsylvania
Jimmy Glass
Greeley, Pa
Little Jimmie Glass
Charlie Ross
Faust
United States
Pennsylvania State Mounted Police
Frank Hague
Jersey City
Mrs. Glass
Joseph Tumulty
Jimmie Glass
Pennsylvania State Constabulary
City to Fine Short Skirts Under New Ordinance
Toledo officials move to curb shorter skirts with a proposed ordinance to fine women who wear skirts more than three inches above the ankle, to be introduced on Monday.
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Toledo
Militia Parade Planned on Washington's Birthday
Washington army and naval militia will take part in a civic and military parade on Washington's birthday. The march goes along South one Pike Place to First Avenue, then Cherry Street, Second Avenue, Virginia Street, ending at the Armory.
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Washington Army and Naval Militia
Washington
Lon Pike Place
First Ave
Cherry
Second Ave
Virginia
Armory
Gasoline Stall Halts Cars After Flooded Underground Tank
Water leaked into an underground tank at the corner of Madison Street and Washington Boulevard Friday. A dozen motorists who bought gasoline there were stalled within three blocks. Weights and Measures Inspector Worden compelled proprietor J. L. Turcotte to refund the customers.
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Madison St
Washington Boulevard
Worden
J. L. Turcotte
Baths Luxury Here Sure Enough Hike 35 Miles
In Oatman Arizona on February 11 citizens face a 35 mile hike for a bath or pay 20 cents a gallon for water as the local supply must be shipped from Needles California, 36 miles away. Star Want Ads offer to sell the acreage.
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Oatman
Ariz
Cal
Dance and Sup Tomorrow Night at New Washington Hotel
Tomorrow night the New Washington Hotel hosts a Supper Dance with Carlin's Orchestra providing music and the chef preparing meals. A 70 cent per person charge covers both supper and dancing. Mr Kingsley Roberts warns against booking Valentine night plans.
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New Washington Hotel
Washington
Carlin
New Washington
Kingsley Roberts
Bathing Beach Censors in 1916 Fashion Clash
Chicago reports next summer will see beach censors facing fashion changes as Susie the beach fairy models a form fitting jersey and a small skirt. The blunt rule may force a revision of beach laws or censor attire to keep standards.
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Chicago
Susie
Good Vaudeville at the Hippodrome
The ten Cherokee Indians perform real war dances songs and scenes at the Hippodrome by request for the week balance with five regular numbers. Other acts include Frisco Quartet Musical Fletcher Robert Athon and company Miss Texas Evans and Wilson Eyman and Wilson. Lionel Barrymore and Irene Howley star in the photoplay drama A Yellow Streak.
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Hippodrome Theatre
Frisco Quartet
Musical Fletcher
Robert Athon and Company
Miss Texas Evans
Wilson
Eyman
Lionel Barrymore
Irene Howley
Guy Bates Post Weds Adele Ritchie in Toronto
Guy Bates Post, the Seattle born actor famed for Omar the Tentmaker, has married Adele Ritchie, musical comedy star, in Toronto last Wednesday. Ritchie was divorced from her former husband three days earlier. Post has been married twice before.
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Guy Bates Post
Seattle
Adele Ritchie
Toronto
Canada
Post
Omar
Miss Ritchie
Women Serving in the Russian Army Surpass Six Thousand
Reports indicate more than 6500 women are serving in the Russian military with roles across various branches. The figure reflects broader mobilization trends and ongoing gender integration in national defense efforts.
Dental Office Claims Unmatched Northwest Service
The ad touts a dentistry practice focusing exclusively on tooth care with up to date methods. It stresses graduate certified operators and a written guarantee signed by the dentist owner L. R. Clark. It promises painless dentistry with oxy chlorinated agents and invites patients to visit with no cost unless work is done.
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Nate Ae
State Dental Board
L. R. Clark
D. D
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