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Newspaper
Weston Leader
Location
Weston, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1920
Page
1
Oregon notes of general interest cover diverse topics from infrastructure to industry. It mentions a rail project and road funding, local citrus and timber developments, a copper mine opening, and civic activities with officials and merchants discussing land, loans, and public works.
Grain grading and seed logistics dominate Oregon Agricultural College plans in Umatilla County. Professor George Hyslop outlines a statewide effort to assess and improve grain quality, alfalfa, potatoes and silage with tests by field agents and county farmers.
Copenhagen reports King Christian refused a Socialist demand to resign the Zable ministry and call a meeting of the Rigdag. Talks with Antiven and Zahte's cabinet allies failed, and observers warn of possible new coalitions and a push toward republican upheaval if public agitation continues.
Pari Delamare Mite, a wrench inventor, claims a new tong range device with potential to affect Black governance. The old patent dispute centers on a range said to exceed 10000 1240 nights in tests.
Flooding closes roads and threatens homes as river rises after heavy rains. Local authorities declare high water alert and mobilize crews to patrol dikes and assist stranded residents along the swollen waterway.
Mr and Mrs Charles Novrin attended the funeral of David Taylor in the city from Walls Walla. Others from nearby towns arrive or depart for social calls, travels for Easter vacation, and family matters across Oregon and Washington including Portland Eugene Madras Walla Walla and Seattle.
Local notes report a meeting of Eastern Oregon school principals in La Grande and discuss a state wage schedule for normal training. The piece mentions highway detours near Main Street and a Warren Construction project for Pendleton repairs. Announced candidacy of Mrs. Clem Partridge Stone for county school superintendent follows details of her teaching background and qualifications.
Sinn Fein leaders claim extremists declare a reign of terror amid clashes with government and security forces. James McCarthy, a Sinn Fein reader in Thurles, was shot dead at 10 20 p m by armed men who broke into his bedroom. Government officials face heightened security as nationalist radicals vow retaliation.
A tornado ripped through Elgin Illinois causing multiple injuries and fatalities. Reports list destruction across the town including damage to Congregational and Baptist churches with at least four women killed and several others injured. The storm's path stretched across the city center as residents sheltered during the 15 minute onslaught.
The powerful twister ravaged the Midwest causing extensive loss of life and property. Fatalities were reported across Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, and beyond, with scores injured and numerous towns leveled or damaged including Minot and Chicago district areas. Property losses reached into the millions, with Chicago area estimates alone around 76 million dollars.
A garbled 1920s war report cites Bolshevik attacks along the Pripet river front from Homel to Moat and Podolian rail lines. Poles claim several Bolshevik formations annihilated as they defend railroads and countryside aided by locals. Also notes the death of Rev. A W Roberts in Arizona after health-related sojourn.
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