Campaign call for better legislators and lower taxes
The Colfax Commoner urges voters to elect a Democratic legislature to curb high taxes, praising Governor Lister's veto and criticizing Republican governance. It argues legislators must be capable, public-spirited, and economical in administering state affairs, with focus on Washington’s 1913-15 fiscal history.
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Washington
E. D. Cowen
Spokesman-Review
Commonwealth
Lister
Colfax Commoner
Wherein Is Business Assaulted
A Portland Telegram opines that business leaders claim the Sherman act needs revision but fail to specify how business is harmed. It argues the outcry serves as pessimistic propaganda to spur legislation, urging clear explanations of actual assaults on business.
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Congress
Portland Telegram
High Taxes in Washington Prompt Republican Demands
Washington lawmakers face Republican criticism over high tax rates with calls for major reductions amid ongoing fiscal pressure and party disagreements on relief measures.
Congressman Britten Proposes Cabinet Lecturing Penalty Bill
Illinois Congressman Britten introduces a House bill making it a penitentiary offense for a cabinet member to lecture for pay aimed at Secretary Bryan. The move targets Bryan supporters and hinges on proprieties over morality, viewed as a matter of taste.
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Britten
Illinois
Bryan
Interests in Mexico draw in big money and politics
Eastern papers reveal that a US syndicate led by Henry Clay Pierce and Standard Oil money backs General Carranza and the Constitutionalists in exchange for rail, mineral, and oil concessions. English investors via Lord Cowdray back Huerta, while Huerta’s Niagara Falls camp signals readiness to step aside for the Constitutionalists, as big interests steer outcome.
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Mexico
New York Herald
Henry Clay Pierce
Standard Oil Fame
General Carranza
Lord Cowdray
Huerta
United States
England
Niagara Falla
Wilson Refusal to Intervene in Mexico Opposes Privileged Interests
Tacoma Tribune denounces President Wilson for not intervening in Mexico, arguing the United States should not be compelled into conflict for the benefit of privileged interests. The piece frames intervention as unnecessary and harmful to national sovereignty.
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Wilson
Mexico
United States
Tacoma Tribune
Robertson Defends Platform At Tacoma Republican Meet
Colonel W W Robertson editor of the Yakima Republic, a delegate at the Tacoma convention, supports a constitutional convention plank and laments its defeat. He says the final platform commits the party to nothing beyond condemning the Democrats and challenging the direct primary system.
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W. W. Robertson
Yakima Republic
Tacoma
Robertson
Republic
Republican Party
Passing Out of Uncertainty from Irving T. Bush
Irving T. Bush, a key New York business leader behind Bush Terminal, comments on crop prospects and confidence. He notes the Almighty seems to be a Democrat this year and that the nation is passing out of a period of uncertainty despite tariff and currency debates.
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New York City
Irving T. Bush
Bush
Mr. Bush
When Will Decisions Clear the Economic Fog
The piece notes soon decisions on banking machine directors and railroad rate advances. It suggests favorable outcomes could ease pessimism, while unfavorable rulings would require railroad officials to focus on crop handling. It anticipates trust legislation shaping up, reducing broad fears beyond a few critics.
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Washington
Wallingfords
Opponents of Wilson Clash Over Wires in Campaign
The Outlook and the New York Sun attack the Wilson administration from opposing sides, with the Outlook criticizing weak government and the Sun accusing Wilson of despotic rule. The editors are urged to settle their quarrel via conference rather than risk further public disputes.
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Wilson
Progressive Party
New York Sun
The Cost of a Strike in Paterson Silk War
The Paterson silk workers strike inflicted vast losses across sectors with manufacturers losing 2.5 million dollars workers 5 million and other business interests 10 million while the public suffered 12.5 million more than manufacturers. The piece argues long strikes are economic blunders and urges public action to prevent them.
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Paterson
Apology Over Misidentified Smiths In Hoquiam Herald
The Hoquiam Herald corrects a miscaption in its Splash edition that pictured Charles W. Smith as Martin F. Smith, a Democratic attorney clarifying the error. Martin F. Smith, a Democrat, notes his past strong Democratic showing and consideration of a fall run, while Charles W. Smith is a Republican attorney.
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Herald
Hoquiam
Smith
Chas. W
Martin F. Smith
The
Chas. W. Smith
Martin F
Charlee W. Smith
Brother Carney
Jerry McGillicuddy
Chehalis County
Wilson Policies Proving Merit
Kansas City dispatch notes President Wilson’s optimistic outlook on tariff reform and the currency bill. It asserts the president can gauge sentiment through federal data and predicts a coming business revival this fall, contrasting expert warnings with his predictions.
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Kansas City
White House
Wilson
Congress
British Columbia
Orient
South America
Islands
Pacific
Samuel Hill
Call for Democratic State Convention in Seattle 1914
The Democratic State Committee calls a state convention at the Armory Seattle at 11 a m on Saturday July 18 1914 to adopt a platform declare principles and conduct business. Representation bases allocate delegates by county with tallies for Woodrow Wilson 1912 and county totals listed.
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Armory
Seattle
Woodrow Wilson
Adams
Asotin
Benton
Chehalis
Chelan
Clawam
Clarke
Columbia
Cowlitz
Douglas
Ferry
Franklin
Garfield
Grant
Island
Jefferson
King
Kitsap
Kittitas
Klickitat
Lewis
Lincoln
Democratic State Committee
Hugh C. Todd
Banai Brith Organized in Grays Harbor
Twenty one Jewish residents formed a local Banai Brith chapter in Grays Harbor with Henry Levi of Hoquiam elected president.
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Grays Harbor
Banai Brith
Hebrew Society For the Betterment of
Henry Levi
Hoquiam
Reaction Coming From Big Business in 1910s Politics
The Springfield Republican argues big business seeks a political reaction as public opinion widens ahead of elections. It contends capital resists reform, notes antitrust and tariff blows, and warns that a Wilson-led downturn could sink the reform movement and aid conservative candidates like Penrose.
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House
Senate
Wilson
Yoakum
Frisco
Moore
Rock Island
Mellen
New Haven
United States
M. A. Hanna & Co
Roosevelt
Cleveland
Party of Conservatism
Penrose
Springfield
Mass
Hoquiam Crew Returns From Alaska Sea Cruise
Captain Harry Livermore William Leeson and Karl Kaxell voyaged April through July on the gasoline yacht Vera and two companion boats. They traveled 2500 miles from Hoquiam to Wrangell and back via the inside passage enjoying sunshine and smooth seas though the fishing venture failed due to a glut of boats buyers and prices. The Vera Irene and Bob joined Seattle's 1400 strong fishing fleet with wolves and game noted along the way.
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Hoquiam
Harry Livermore
William Leeson
Karl Kaxell
Alaska
Wester Canada
Vera
Wrangell
Seattle
Irene
Bob
Ell
Livermore
Big Ranch Sold near Elma for 100000
A 400 acre ranch owned by George Simpson near Elma was sold last week for about 100000 in cash. The deal includes livestock and farm equipment, with land appraised around 70000 about 200 per acre. The cattle are blooded stock valued at 600 to 700 each, making it one of the county’s largest farm property transactions.
Funeral Friday for Marie Merton in Whiteside chapel
The body of Marie Merton aged 23 who died in Butte Montana last Tuesday arrived in the city Friday for burial Services were held that afternoon in the Whiteside chapel with Rev J T McQueen officiating.
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Marie Merton
Butte
Montana
Whiteside Chapel
J. T. McQueen
Wiley Aims for Congress Opposes Pinchot System
County Assessor Robert A. Wiley, inspired at the Conservation Congress in Washington, seeks a seat in the lower house to serve Washington and the Northwest. He advocates modifying the prevailing public lands and water power conservation approach to suit western perspectives.
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National Capital
Robert A. Wiley
Congress
Washington
Northwest
Wiley
Gifford Pinchott
Robert A Wiley Declines Re election as County Assessor
The Kentucky born Aberdeen resident, 47, longtime timber cruiser and land valuer, refuses to seek re election as county assessor. His record includes strict adherence to 50 percent valuation and a notable city council stance. If he advances to Congress, a significant political rise is anticipated.
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Robert A. Wiley
Wiley
Kentucky Mountains
Aberdeen
West End
Congress
Lumber Prices Soar Amid Strong Demand In Northwest
Seattle reports a surge in lumber activity with prices rising and orders flooding in. Shingles and all timber grades show gains with shingles near 1.50 and wholesalers stocking up as rail shipments strain to keep up. Industry optimism for 1914 runs high across the Northwest according to local lumbermen.
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Seattle
Middle West
Northwest
Candidacy Announced for County Assessor Nomination
John F. Myles announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for county assessor subject to the Republican primary on September 8. Official notice filed in Aberdeen at 309 East Wishkah Street.
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Aberdeen Herald
MNO
J. Carney
Secree
Legislature
Ins
Hoquiam, Wash
Ayarles W. Smith
A. E. Nafe
Alaskan
R. A. Wiley
Centralia Rooms
Bert Hall
St. Aberdeen
Wash
John F. Myles
Pane Ular
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