Ships Privatly Owned Urged as Key to Problem
In a 1922 review James L. Lasker notes the U S Shipping Board fleet status as of May 18 1922 detailing steel ships 447 in operation and 983 laid up along with wooden and concrete vessels. He criticizes the wooden ship program calling it a colossal error and outlines costs and ongoing disposition issues. He notes American ships carried 45 percent of foreign commerce value at peak vs about 85 percent during low trade periods and expresses concern over global competition.
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Albert D. Lasker
U. S. Shipping Board
D. W. T. Cor
RBI
D. W. T. Carbo
Shipping Board
Gen. Goethals
Oregon college promotes printer's ink for farm advertising
The Oregon Agricultural College department of industrial journalism in Gié vallis asks rural newspapers to submit samples of farm advertisements and printed matter. A statewide survey shows farmers use local papers to market produce, with farm names and branding aiding recognition and sales. The push aims to build an exhibit, guide farmers, and boost local markets through better advertising.
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Oregon Agricultural College
Giévallis
Karmen
Department
Oregon
Bbr
State Press Association
Corvallis
Old Soldiers Honored at G A R Picnic
The Woman's Reliefs Corps organized a Sunday picnic for veterans in Myrtle Grove with about 100 attendees. Coquille residents arrived by car for the event which featured a strong program including glee club songs a solo by Mr Averill and a speech by Manuel Hermann on behalf of the soldiers.
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Woman’s Reliefs Corps
Myrtle Grove
Coquille
Glee Club
Mr. Averill
Manuel Hermann
Fire hydrants painted and inspected by local volunteers
Firemen painted the hydrants Tuesday evening and spent Sunday morning inspecting and flushing them. Several hydrants were out of order and some will need raising or lowering under the new grading. The crew shows strong interest as the fire truck is due in about ten days.
Bridge Social Scene Gains Dances and Marriages
The city of Bridge grows as a social center with regular dance halls, a new one under construction by Mr. Murphy, and two local weddings. John Huff wed Beasie Farmer and Arthur Hooton wed Vera Kelley in Coquille with Rev. Turner MacDonald officiating under apple shade. The newlyweds, soon to move to Corvallis for Hooton to finish electrical engineering, are beloved by Coos County friends.
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Bridge
Murphy
John Huff
Beasie Farmer
Arthur Hooton
Vera Kelley
Coquille
Turner MacDonald
Hall Recount Case Dropped After Attorney Withdraws
The Hall versus Olcott recount case was dismissed Monday as attorney U'Ren withdrew from further action and stated the matter was ended for his client.
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Hall Vs. Olcott
U’ren
Stolen Small Fruits Stir Ranchers to Action
Reports say several ranchers face crop theft by children and men as they vow to end the practice. Mrs Blake warns culprits after discovering three children damaging her fruit and threatening harsher punishment. Rumor claims Mr Simpson plans to rebuild Shore Acres after a recent fire. Remember the Firemen's dance Saturday August 19.
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Blake
A i
Oregon
Canis
Simpson
Shore Acres
Obituary of Herbert Carlton Luttrell
Herbert Carlton Luttrell of Broadbent Coos County Oregon was born August 11 1914 and died August 12 1922 at eight years old The brief life is described as bright and happy with a gentle faith and family bedside farewell expressed as an example of purity and religious devotion
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Herbert’ Carlton
Paqui’ Luttrell
Broadbent
Coos’ County
Oregon
Jesus
Firemen Benefit Street Dance For New Fire Truck
A community fundraiser invites everyone to a street dance to help pay for a new fire truck. Firemen and ticket sellers will receive donations, with proceeds supporting the fire department’s emergency vehicle needs.
Firemen's Dance To Aid Local Fire Truck Fund
The local firemen host a street dance on Saturday August 19 with a musical program readings and songs. Proceeds go to the fire department to help pay for a new fire truck. Donations are welcome from ticket sellers as boosters aim to raise 800 dollars.
Women Live Longer in U S Cities and Country Areas
A Washington Bureau story reports that women in the United States outlive men and that life expectancy is higher in rural areas than in cities. Data from the Census Bureau show state by state averages with Kansas leading for women at about 60 and men near 54 to 59. The national white population gaps are clarified, and urban centers like Washington and Pittsburgh show wide variation in life expectancy between sexes.
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Washington
Berean
United States
Kansas
Minnesota
Kentucky
Indiana
Missouri
Utah
Michigan
Tinois
California
Massachusetts
Connecticut
New Jersey
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Wisconsin
Pittsburgh
Unlawful Birds in Human Form Pass Through Berry Patch
A man reports seven figures resembling men in his berry patch. He says they claimed to work for Mountain States Power Co. and wasted eight hours as he and his wife toiled sixteen hours daily. He warns the birds will be paid for their time while consuming his produce.
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Mountain States Power Co
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the Grove
Hall
Case
Rivale
Arma
Eddie
Steacher
Uncle Sam
Fuller
Buzzards
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