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Newspaper
Weston Leader
Location
Weston, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1916
Page
1
Brief resume of international and domestic events. Reports on labor strikes, political shifts, and health concerns in multiple regions. Notable notes include port activity, wartime mobilization, a consular proposal, and infant paralysis statistics in New York.
London reports Italians deliver a heavy strike along the 0 mile front from Tolmine to the Adtelate Cadarna troops capture the Gorisia bridgehead and seize over 10 000 Austrian soldiers. The third year of war begins as Teuton lines face three massive drives. Russian attack gains momentum as Western allies push counter moves.
Senate approves child labor restrictions with only 12 votes against. Provisions aim to bar interstate commerce in products made by underage workers and seek to extend reach to farms and mills. Debate noted opposition from cotton mill interests and shifting views on constitutionality. Crop outlook also reports declines across major crops in August.
C N Power of Pueblo Colorado told the Master Bakers convention in Salt Lake City that a five cent loaf is an economic waste and argued against a 16 cent loaf. He urged higher prices and criticized current loaf costs during the Wednesday address.
National Chamber of Commerce warns arbitration may fail as rail system conflict escalates involving Wilson and labor leaders. Federal Labor Dept and Board of Mediation monitor, with vote counts delaying action. Reports indicate a possible nationwide strike unless swift intervention occurs.
Washington reports that suspected spies employed by foreign powers seek details on Panama Canal defenses. The Justice Navy and War departments discuss strengthening laws to prevent improper acquisition of military information. Conference believes rival powers aim to learn about fortifications and powder and ammunition plants for future conflict.
London reports the Turkish army of 13 000 soldiers attacked British positions at Romani near the Suez Canal on August 4. The force has been defeated, according to extracts found last February in a bottle recovered in the British area near the canal.
Oregon agriculture officials estimate total farm profits for the year at 30,181,730 from nine principal products. Wheat tops the harvest with a value near 5,000,000, apples at 3,216,000, and pears and peaches also near substantial figures, with yields varying below long term averages.
Lane County wool pool with 40 000 pounds sold to Portland Warehouse Company at 40 cents per pound. Pomens Grange of Eugene Junction City and Salem report prices and state totals. State auto department receipts rise to 122 044 50 for seven months in 1916 with no prior notice. Machinists and boilermakers gain pay increases across roles.
Promotes clean well sized homes with pure air as vital to health. Warns that artificial heating and poor ventilation in offices and winter living spaces reduce well being. Advocates open fresh air, ample sunlight, and comfortable indoor conditions to improve life quality year round.
The piece describes two recall aids for memory. First, move a ring between fingers to trigger remembrance of a task. Second, carry a colored ribbon in the coat pocket to prompt action. A example shows a spouse prompting a purchase, prompting immediate response.
Dispose of unnecessary oil stock now while prices are favorable before the annual melt. Feeding milk to young chicks boosts growth and lowers mortality, preventing deaths from various causes and aiding flock health through molting. Provide water, green food, and light green feed. use cracked corn, wheat, oats mixed for laying hens. keep chicks free of ash and protect plumage in cold climates. If grain is scarce, split runs and sow rye or rape.
Poetic lines praise mutual aid and simple deeds. The verse envisions honor through kindness and grateful mentions among brothers. It highlights the rewards of gentle smiles and shared goodwill.
A garbled passage discusses Jersey usage and textile materials for hats collars scarves and garments. It mentions American women and ideas about fabric that dries and stretches in all directions, hinting at foundational concerns for apparel design and manufacture.
A garbled dialogue scene shows patrons and a cashier in a chaotic newspaper shop banter. The text mentions a Europe war, crises, cantaloupe, and plans to visit a pier to see friends, reflecting a distracted, unevenly rendered conversation.
An exchange features a Lay individual denying being lathered and claiming distance from golf links. A man named Mr Dutwalte, aged 80, contemplates going to Mexico to confront a foe while constrained by social inferiority and obligation.
Fragmentary aphorisms discuss wisdom and wealth. The piece mentions readiness for a bird in a cage, bargaining when offered eight hundred, and the idea that the worst man can give good advice. It contrasts rich and poor, ending with a line about Warren.
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