24 Mar 1916
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Newspaper
Weston Leader
Location
Weston, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1916
Page
1
World spanning items cover prohibition measures in Nebraska and bills in Oregon Georgia and California energy. References to Taft and Butler at the Republican convention, naval losses near Holland and the Canadian coast, a Vancouver murder, a hunting accident, and a cannery schooner sinking. Also notes a suffrage window display contest and local billings.
Reports from Washington and Torreon describe Mexican civil conflict moves involving Carranza forces and Villa as well as proposed protocols to manage cross border actions. Separate Detroit coverage details a devastating fire at the Michigan State Fairgrounds burning twelve race horses valued at $26,000 and damaging six barns, with several animals rescued.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Mexican government stance toward American troops and a large force in play. Astoria, Oregon: J A Meacham company completes frontage requisition 1200 feet at Young's Bay foot of seventh street to establish a $300,000 shipping yard and timber operation close to the bay.
The firm owns the O. K. Mill adjoining the Pacific No property. A KK mill addition will boost capacity to 175000 feet per day. Remaining machinery to be sold and buildings repurposed. The redevelopment will provide about 8900 feet of water frontage and for yards and loading.
Fragmentary notes indicate cattlemen’s lease on private range lands discussed with Supervisor Barnes. Reportedly, proposed range improvements and sale actions were tied to approvals or rejections, with references to forest service involvement and fines expected for noncompliance.
A vintage photograph depicts New Orleans firemen training to combat flames with tower climbs and updated techniques. The article reflects on the term Amazon, its Greek origin, and legends of female warriors who modified their bodies for warfare, noting the Amazon river naming by a Spanish explorer after encountering fighting women.
Fragmentary dialogue notes a betrothal exchange with questions about wedding date and venue. The bride’s mother appears to hold decision power on arrangements while the groom defers. The sketch hints at family involvement in a forthcoming marriage ceremony.
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