National Irrigation Congress Opens Annual Session at Boise
A long opening program in Boise featured remarks by U S officials and leaders of western states. President Fairbanks warned against diverting the congress from its irrigation and reclamation goals while urging unity and steady progress for western development. Lectures, exhibits, and discussions highlighted plans for federal irrigation policy and the expansion of water and land resources in the West.
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President Roosevelt Addresses Irrigationists on Reclamation
An address to irrigation officers and meniners outlines ongoing reclamation work in arid regions. Progress includes 1.4 million acres laid out for irrigation, 200,000 more acres planned, 50 miles of canals, 20,000 feet of tunnels, and 16,000,000 cubic yards of earth moved. Officials warn against speculation, emphasize water supply, and call for area plans that sustain families without overconcentration of land.
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State Engineers Meet in Idaho City Metropolis
State Engineers gathered in Idaho's Metropolis for the irrigation congress. Montana State Engineer John W. Wade spoke, outlining the convention's work and noting Montana's interest. The session will discuss proposed Montana irrigation law before the core commission.
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Montana coal miners agree on a wage scale
Reported wage agreement sets daily pay for miners at Lewistown area under an new scale during wartime conditions. The plan ties compensation to mine operation requirements and differs from prior pay methods used at nearby mines.
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McCormick Not Notified of Wife Robbery Tale
An account details McCormick learning of his wife’s robbery. It mentions drafts for five dollars and a forty pound credit note, plus other possessions valued around 250 dollars. The piece also references Catholic and Chinese clergy and a planned nationwide movement.
Explosion danger as ship carrying dynamite runs ashore
A foggy morning near Ward's farm at Kanagka Bay reports the steamer Alx of the Vacine Coast Ricanship company, with a cargo of dynamite, going ashore at WMa'elock Ua. The vessel is not thought to be seriously damaged and may be salvaged despite the peril.
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Stensland Arrested in Tangier in Bank Forgery Case
A Chicago banker linked to the Milwaukee Avenue State Bank fraud was captured in Tangier. Assistant Attorney Olsen and U.S. officials coordinated extradition after Stensland, alleged to have forged and embezzled funds, fled Aug 12. The bank collapse and ensuing public distress sparked multiple suicides and a citywide hunt.
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Importations Deserting Ranks Amid Union Pressure
A chaotic labor action unfolds with strikes and pickets across cities including San Francisco and Valencia Street, as workers desert imports and rally against strikebreakers. Reports note detentions, police reinforcements, and a tense standoff as demonstrators demand higher wages and union solidarity.
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Commission Men Fight at Kansas Livestock Exchange
An exchange in Kansas City sees tension between Co Operative Livestock Company agents and a rival crowd during a dispute over landing prices. The scene involves Bob Richie and other members as they defend a cooperative stance against price manipulation by market interests.
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Arkansas Democrats and Little Rock Triumph in County Election
In Arkansas the Democratic ticket and Little Rock prevailed in county offices. Governor candidates Joup SLi, a Democrat, and Worthington, a Republican faced strong shows. Prohibition nominee G. dames hoped for governor. Voter turnout notes include a large black population, with A. W. Speer denied voting for unpaid poll tax.
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Cannon Opens Campaign in Augusta Speech
Ganson Ty Mat Augusta Maine September 4 speaker Cannon opened his campaigneur dy ots State delivering a speech in the opera house. He was received with marked enthusiasm by a large audience. Also September 7 the cruiser Boston ran aground on Greas taland near the San Mian group in fog while bound for target practice, the cruiser later pulled off.
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