Hanson outlines progressive platform in Washington bid
Ritzville Washington October 29 Ole Hanson progressive candidate for United States senator addressed the largest local gathering in a decade detailing social and industrial reforms including old age insurance national minimum wage and a non partisan tariff board He praised Wilson on peace policy but opposed his stance on woman suffrage states rights and tariffs He argued for national labor standards and condemned the caucus system predicting a countywide win and slated further speaks in Spokane Seattle and Tacoma
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Wash
Ole Hanson
United States
Hanson
Wilson
Wison
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Washington
Congress
William Lewis
Wilson Creek
Odessa
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Seattle
Tacoma
French Use Air Transport to Seize German Trenches
Paris dispatch reports the first use of troop transport by airplane in war. Two men rode in heavy biplanes at night, about 50 men reached behind the German lines, and at dawn a combined front and rear assault captured the trenches.
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Paris
Evening dress rules ease in London theatres
Since the war began the wearing of evening dress to theatres has become the exception rather than the rule. Cases that formerly required guests to wear evening dress have rescinded that regulation.
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London
Organize to Guard Polls on Election Day
Democratic Progressive Socialist eight hour league headquarters rally cries to organize to watch the polls on election day and night. Organizers urge vigilance and presence at polling sites to ensure fair access and count.
Call for election watchers over alleged tampering risk
Voters are urged to use indelible pencils to ensure an honest count as concerns rise over organized efforts to juggle results. County Republican Chair Whitney allegedly placed ward heelers in most precincts to run the tally with limited cross party oversight, prompting a mass meeting at the YMCA auditorium for Saturday night at 8 to organize election night watchers.
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Republican Party
Hamilton
Knudsen
Whitney
Republican Committee
French Hospital Joke About German Wounded
In a French military hospital an artilleryman wounded by a shell was asked if he objected to a German soldier placed in the bed nearby. He replied that after six weeks of fighting he had not yet seen a German.
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Paris
Burns Sues Blethen for 250000 Defamation Suit
William J Burns detective filed two suits seeking 100000 in state court and 150000 in federal court over alleged defamatory statements tied to his convictions in Oregon land fraud deals. The article notes a sensational 1912 headline and claims of maliciously procuring evidence.
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William J. Burns
A. J Blethen
Burne
Oregon
William Joe
United States
Burns
Christ
Pianist Hambourg Sues London Paper for Libel
Mark Hambourg the Russian pianist announces a libel suit against a London newspaper after it labeled him a German. The action stems from remarks published October 29.
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London
Mark Hambourg
Pape's Cold Compound Promises Fast Relief
A vintage ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as swift relief for grippe and severe cold symptoms by taking a dose every two hours for three doses. It claims to open nasal passages, stop discharge, ease headache and feverishness, and costs 25 cents at any drug store.
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Desperate Seattle Mother Seeks Aid to Save Five
Mrs. Sarah McCollin of 440 East 63rd Avenue faces eviction and possible adoption of her five children aged 6 to 13 after her husband left unemployed and vanished. She keeps them in school while working odd jobs and baking, but funds run short. Neighbors urge local supporters to help start a small bakery to stabilize the family.
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Sarah MacCollin
East 63Rd At
McCollin
Mra. McCallin
Mra. McCall
Seattle
Frances Clare Controls Touring Kid Cast in Yesterdays
Frances Clare known as a diminutive comedienne chaperones six stage baby dolls across the country for Yesterdays at Pan tages. She says one girl was dismissed for frivolity after 28 weeks on tour. In private life she is Mrs Guy Rawson wife of the comedian in the act.
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Comedienne
Aix
Irle
Clare
Guy Rawson
Volunteer Valor Praised by French General
London reports a French general praised British volunteers, stating one volunteer is worth ten conscripts even when they fight for their country. The remark underscores volunteer efforts amid wartime.
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London
Americans in Europe repay nearly all aid advance in full
London reports that of the 51000 advanced to stranded Americans in Europe, all but 500 has been repaid. The relief committee notes this as an exceptional repayment record and believes no other country can match it.
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London
Europe
Germans Capture Belgian Fort Without Firing A Shot
Berlin reports Fort Malon in Belgium fell to Lieut. von Linde and 500 men after the commander mistook nearby woods for German forces and surrendered with 200 prisoners. About 400 allied troops escaped. The Germans improvised a flag from Belgian trousers a shirt and a red stomach band.
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Berlin
Fort Malon
Belgium
von Linde
Quit Meat When Kidneys Bother
An appeal promotes Rad Salts to flush and stimulate kidneys to prevent urinary issues. It claims meat causes uric acid and kidney overwork, urging daily use of a four ounce dose in water before breakfast to improve kidney function and blood purity.
Quincy Valley Irrigation Act Promises 450000 Acre Empire
A Washington state campaign urges a Yes vote on the Quincy Valley Irrigation Act to create a 450000 acre irrigated farming region in the heart of Washington. The measure, described as legislature passed and voter referred, asks residents to back to the land and prosperity without state cost. Information provided by the Quincy Valley Irrigation Information Bureau in Seattle.
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Washington
Quincy Valley
Quincy Valley Irrigation Information Bureau
Globe Bldg
Seattle, Wash
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