Legislature muddles tax laws hampering county boards
The July dispatch from Olympia notes the legislature muddled tax law changes, shifting duties to the county assessor and reassigning roles on the state board of equalization, risking delays for annual tax rolls. It cites the 1909 act, the McArdle bill, and potential court intervention to untangle the confusion.
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Lister
State Board of Equalization
State Tax Commission
L. D. McArdle
Jefferson County
County Board of Equalization
Getaway of Schooner Annie Larson Beats Authorities
Walter Page supercargo of the schooner Annie Larson escaped Hoquiam custody with driver Scotty Boyd in an auto and fled to the Sound. Federal authorities planned to release him as the case of the rifles and ammunition cargo remains unresolved. The derelict vessel sits near Aberdeen awaiting cargo sale after owners Olson and Mahoney refused unloading costs.
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Walter Page
Annie Larson
Hoquiam
Scotty” Boyd
Mr. Page
Larson
Othmer
Atlas
San Francisco
Sebastian
Aberdeen
Olson & Mahoney
Capitol bonds offered for public subscription in state plan
Tacoma activist Gwin Hicks urged public sale of 1.5 million dollars in capitol bonds as bond buyers questioned margins. Governor Lister and Attorney General Tanner saw no legal objections while the Capitol Commission outlined a plan to retire debt, finish the temple of justice, acquire land, and build a central new unit with the first 1.5 million.
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Olympia
Gwin Hicks
Tacoma
State Capitol Commission
Seattle
Portland
Spokane
Lister
W. V. Tanner
Capitol Commission
Temple of Justice
Capitol
Taft Hosts Aberdeen Dinner For Taft And DeLosh
J A Taft of Hoquiam pioneer banker and Ab erdeen real estate man entertained 16 friends at Hotel Washington. Beaumont DeLosh and ten guests shared the table for a 26 person double birthday celebration in a lively evening.
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J. A. Taft
Hoquiam
Aberdeen
Chamber of Commerce
Hotel Washington
Beaumont DeLosh
Mr. Taft
Baseball by Electric Light Draws Crowds at Elec Park
Aberdeen edged Tacoma 18 to 17 in a novelty baseball game under electric lights at Elec Park on Friday night. Spectators enjoyed ball throwing and bunting contests, two boxing bouts, and a nickel dance in the pavilion lasting into early morning.
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Electric Light
Aberdeen
Tacoma
Electric Park
Hocker Boy Dies After Brief Illness
Williard Hocker, son of Mr and Mrs William Hocker, died suddenly at a local hospital Wednesday after a 24 hour illness. The body was shipped tonight to Tacoma for burial.
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Williard Hocker
William Hocker
Tacoma
Germany Reply Offers Terms For American Passenger Steamers
The German note proposes free and safe passage for American passenger steamers with identifiable markings and advance notice. It calls on the United States to guarantee no contraband aboard and to agree on naval arrangements. If needed, Germany suggests adding neutral or four enemy steamers under the American flag to boost Atlantic travel.
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Germany
United States
Atlantic
North America
England
Four Train Robbers Hit New Orleans Express Near Greenville
Four masked bandits stopped the Louisville and Nashville New York to New Orleans express near Greenville Alabama early today. They overpowered the crew and looted mail and express pouches. Conductor Phil McRea died from shock. Authorities report possible loot around $200000 with some claims of up to $500000. Suspects are being pursued as reports remain unconfirmed.
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Louisville
New Orleans
Louisville and Nashville
Greenville
Alabama
Phil McRea
Houston
Texas
State to Probe Complaints of R R Passengers
Olympia July 10 Complaints by visitors to Moclips that on return they were herded into a cement box car by Northern Pacific and hauled to Hoquiam are under investigation by the public service commission. A photo of passengers exiting Hoquiam from the car has been promised and formal findings are expected reprimanding the railroad for lacking proper return transport.
Labor Bureau Established in Aberdeen by U S Immigration
Harry M. White, U S Immigration agent at Seattle, opens a labor bureau in Aberdeen headed by Parker Ellis in the Finch building. Operated by the department of labor and commerce, the service is free to workers and employers and open to all seeking assistance.
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Harry M. White
U. S
Seattle
Aberdeen
Parker Ellis
Finch Building
Department of Labor and Commerce
Jury Acquits Homer F. Blaine in Night Rider Case
South Bend July 10 Homer F Blaine was acquitted by a jury after 19 hours deliberation he is the second of the alleged night riders to be tried and doubt remains on pursuing other cases sentiment in the county opposes land jumping tactics by the Ross family and taxpayers complain about the cost of these trials
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South Bend
Homer F. Blaine
Blaine
Ross
Fire destroys Clark Smiths barn near SATSOP
A large barn owned by rancher Clark Smith on the outskirts of SATSOP burned at 5 PM Thursday, destroying farm implements and a wagon. The roof was fully ablaze when found, origin unknown, with an estimated loss around $3,000 for the 170 by 80 foot structure, one of the county's largest.
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Satsop
Clark Smith
Carranza Forces Capture Mexico City Reported
Washington reports from Galveston say Carranzaistas captured Mexico City after sharp fighting. Officials fear foreigners' safety but anticipate famine relief. General Gonzales reportedly invested the city and took several thousand prisoners in the afternoon.
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Washington
Galveston
Mexico City
State Department
Gonzales
Fire Destroys Residence on Cedar Street
A dwelling at 315 Cedar Street South Aberdeen burned down last Sunday morning at three. The vacant house belonged to E Zurich and though unfurnished at the time was destroyed. loss estimated at 2500 dollars.
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Cedar Street
Aberdeen
E. Zurich
Tacoma Rallies but Falls Short in Aberdeen Clash
In a 4 to 3 loss, the Tacoma team squandered a late rally as Aberdeen Black Cats sealed the win with a dramatic ninth inning. A highlight was a second inning triple play starting with Melchoir’s catch, Bennett’s tag, and Wilson’s thrust to first. Butler and Hogan led Aberdeen with three hits each.
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Tacoma
Aberdeen Black Cats
Cats
Melchoir
Bennet
Grovers
Bennett
Wilson
Clark
Aberdeen
Harkness
Butler
Hogan
Ward
Aberdeeen officials tour North River valley showcases potential
W C Mumaw president of the Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce F Munroe county agriculturist J J Kaufman and H P Potter visited the North River valley noting vast farming expansion and 30000 acres of bottom land. They plan Aberdeen business men excursion in August to tour with farmers hosting a local fair to select exhibits for the county fair.
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Mumaw
The
Chamber of Commerce
North River Valley
W. C. Mumaw
Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce
F. Munroe
J. J. Kaufman
H. P. Potter
Grays Harbor
Aberdeen
President Says He Is Constrained to Exert Force
Wilson outlines policy stressing readiness to use munitions if peace remains unsettled. He signals intent to press for early peace in a country torn by disorder and war.
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Wilson
Perseus Seeks Popular Choice for Mexican Provisional President
Perseus in close touch with the president outlined a policy to induce Mexican leaders to agree on a single strong countryman as provisional president. The plan envisages accepting the majority choice and coercing any recalcitrant leader, with public support at a banquet and a national election by all voters.
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United Press Dispatch
Washington
Perseus
Presid
Mexico
United States
Wynooche not feasible for Aberdeen water supply
Engineer report from Seattle states Wynooche river site is not feasible due to high costs and loose canyon walls. recommends Wishkah river head 23 miles north, with a 25 foot dam and 7,200 acre watershed to supply 35 million gallons daily for a city of 300,000. Aberdeen councilman Empey and City Engineer Kelsey to assess Wishkah flow.
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Thompson
Seattle
Wynooche
Aberdeen
Wyncoche Canyon
Wishkah River
Wyncodhe
Wishkah
Empey
Kelsey
President Wilson Uninjured After Auto Accident Near Windsor
United Press reports President Wilson was slightly shaken but unharmed when a Ford rammed the touring car he traveled in with five young men aboard near Lake Sinapée. The collision bent the side of the president’s car, sparing a worse crash. his daughter Mrs Sayre and friends were jolted in the tonneau but not bruised.
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United Press
Windsor
Vic
Wilson
Ford
Lake Sinapée
Sayre
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Lusitania
New York-New Orleans
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McRea
Reserve Bank
R.R
U. 8 Labor Bureau
Black Cats
Tacoma Tigers
Bill Henry Smith
Bill
Smiths
Bill Henry
Bun Giddings
Bun
Giddings
North River
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