Army of reapers proves harvest workforce can mobilize
A federal agriculture drive organized a vast workforce of about 100,000 men across the western wheat belt, aided by states, easing labor shortages. High wages of around seven dollars for ten hours attract workers, and the success in Kansas and Iowa suggests a broader plan for mobilizing seasonal labor across industries and regions.
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Wheat Belt
Federal Department of Agriculture
Kansas
Iowa
Liberty Bond Bluffers Demand Immediate Payment
A critical column denounces Liberty Loan buyers who paid only part of their bonds, noting many displayed allegiance with lapel buttons and posters yet failed to complete payments. It urges self denial to redeem reputations and fund peacetime needs, arguing bonds should be taken up without further delay.
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Jason
Sugar Fueled Motor Alcohol Promises Cleaner Fuel
A Hawaii chemist reportedly produced an excellent motor fuel from molasses, an alcohol-like liquid with greater power than gasoline. This sugar derived fuel could replace petroleum as supply limits and rapid consumption push toward alternatives.
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Hawaii
Sig
Sugar fuel from cane to be used in engines
The article argues sugar from cane beets mangos or cereals can be converted into alcohol for motor use. Wood alcohol and grain alcohol face costs and limits while sugar could supply fuel needs if industry and market develop. Scientists foresee enough sugar to meet future fuel demands, easing sugar shortages. Civilization adapts by finding or creating new resources as gasoline declines.
German Reparation Deception at Spa Conference
The Spa conference and German reparation efforts are attacked as hypocritical. An American agrarian expert reports infected cattle and poor quality farm stock sent to French peasants, plus unusable implements. He accuses Germany of hedging and failing to fulfill terms, urging sincere restitution. A New York paper quotes outrage over a Coney Island bathhouse sign about men with bottles, questioning discrimination against babies.
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H. B. Fullerton
Germany
Coney Island
New York
Washington summer mood and political buzz in 1916
The dispatch from Berlin notes expected postwar diplomacy, while American chatter foregrounds veterans groups, Senate presence, and a cautious tone toward Germany. California promotes raisin consumption as public health sentiment rises amid campaign talk and party realignments.
Passing the buck chief political occupation in this country
A witty remark notes that shifting responsibility remains the dominant political habit, reframed as a public concern rather than a natural disaster scenario. The line contrasts systemic evasiveness with accountability in governance.
Peace Resolution Favored by Harding in Front Page Address
President Harding defended the League of Nations in a large public speech. He avoided a direct call to reject the peace treaty, instead outlining his views and stressing personal responsibility and confidence in fellow citizens. Crowds cheered as he spoke, and visiting delegations lingered to bid farewell with Mrs. Harding nearby.
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Wilson
League of Nations
League
Watkins Chosen by Dry Party At Lincoln Convention
D Leigh Colvin of New York was nominated for vice president on the first ballot. He was born in Ohio. The telegram was addressed to Charles Bryan in Lincoln. The convention then adjourned.
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Democratic Party
Mr. Bryan
Charles ‘Bryan
Lincoln
Lincoln, Neb
D. Leigh Colvin
New York
Ohio
Dentist Office Reopens in Idaho Department Store Building
Dr. G. F. Baker announces the re opening of his dental office in the Idaho Department store building. Dr. G. I. Weir, formerly of Chicago, will handle the practice until Dr. Baker can return after an arm injury from a recent automobile accident. Adv. 1-21-K-7-27-
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G. F. Baker
Idaho Department Store
G.I. Weir
Chicago
Bolshevists Bargaining Reported In Warsaw
Wireless and other reports from Warsaw suggest high circles believe the bolshevists are bargaining at length before replying to armistice proposals. Reds are also reinforcing the northwest front as they push toward key positions.
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Bolshevists
Warsaw
Reds
Soviet Program Seen Aiming for Territory at the Gates
Observers believe the reported moves reflect a Soviet government plan to seize territory at critical frontier points, signaling a strategic push to expand influence and control near key border areas.
Moscow Warsaw Armistice Talks Face Warsaw City Split
The exchange of notes stalls on armistice terms as Moscow and London spar for fame. Dispatches claim the Soviet insistence on Warsaw as the sole venue for a peace conference meets Poland and Allied opposition from the start.
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Poland
Moscow
London
Warsaw
Oregon bankers urge relief to save fruit industry
WHED FINANCIAL HELP Portland conference of bankers growers and canners warns Oregon fruit industry faces heavy losses without immediate loan relief. Banks reportedly at loan limits and an appeal to Federal Reserve banks for aid is planned to prevent widespread damage to packers growers and canners.
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Portland
Ore
Oregon
Federal Reserve Banks
Bound for Italy as Alcana sails with wheat load
Galveston Texas reports the Italian steamship Alcana departed with 154 000 bushels of wheat bound for a safe Italian port via Gibraltar for orders. Agents say Italian ships will clear American ports with unknown destinations while any former navy vessels remain loyal to Gabriele d Annunzio, stopping at Gibraltar for orders.
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Italy
Galveston
Tex
Gibraltar
Gabriele d’Annunzio
Monster petrified fish found in Garfield county Utah
In Garfield county Utah a monster petrified fish about 50 feet long is discovered encased in rocks, 70 miles east of Panguitch. Sheriff James Goulding and T. W. Smith report the find and have offered it to the University of Utah. Four years earlier a giant lizard fossil was found nearby.
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Salt Lake Corve
Garfield County
Utah
Panguitch
James Goulding
T. W. ‘Smith
Salt Lake
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