Print paper shortage grips world markets in 1914
The Des Moines Register summarizes a London Times report on a global print paper shortage driven by scarce raw materials and rising costs. It notes surging U S demand, higher newsprint prices, and extended plant backlogs while authorities explore forest expansion, Canadian pulp, and new mills as remedies. It also cites parliamentary discussion and forecasts further price rises into the next year.
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Evening Journal Washington County Daily Record
The Evening Journal reports local Washington County happenings with concise notices and brief items from the county seat. Readers are kept informed of community events, meetings, and local developments as of the latest issue.
Obregon Emerges as Mexico's Strong Man of War and Politics
The article profiles Gen Alvaro Obregon as Mexico's leading military figure, noting his decisive victory over Villa at Celaya in 1915, his rise from farmer’s son to minister of war, and his stance toward Carranza. It covers his early life, mechanics skills, antipathy to military pomp, 1916 US border interactions, and his candidacy for presidency, with remarks on his Irish and Indian heritage and his wife Senora Obregon's suffrage stance.
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Olive Trees Face Dac us Olive Threat to Harvest
Olives, like other fruit, suffer from birds and insects with the dacus olive fly posing the worst danger. A single fly can ruin 300 to 400 olives, prompting early harvesting and immediate crushing of fruit to destroy larvae.
Harding Seeks Work as Nation’s Main Task Says Campaign
Washington June 18 Senator Harding declares the country’s priority is work and vows an intensive drive in every county and district. He notes no concern over third party plans and says the acceptance speech will likely focus on peace treaty and league of nations amid talks with Senators Lodge and a late visit from Gen Pershing.
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Coolidge Fears Rent Rise After Press Error
Boston June 16 Gov Calvin Coolidge republican vice presidential nominee receives word Massachusetts delegates will arrive Monday to parade to the state house which he will greet The governor humorously complains about a local paper misstating his Northampton rent saying it might be raised if the landlord sees the piece Calls from well wishers flocked in after his nomination news
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Greatest of Horses at Yankee Robinson Show
The Yankee Robinson circus features Max Sabel and his Boston Dancing horses as the year’s big act alongside the wild animal performance. The ensemble includes Texas Tommy, Lady Virginia, Tango Chief, Governor Lee, White Sox, Clemenceau, and Marshall Foch, with performances drawing townwide chatter in Washington on July 1.
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