Puget Sound Enveloped by Biggest Forest Fires Yet
Flames sweep Puget Sound region in what is described as the most disastrous forest fire blaze in the Great Northwest. Vast areas burned, farms ruined, mills destroyed, and lives imperiled as rescue efforts struggle to contain the catastrophe.
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Widespread Oregon Washington forest fires flare high
Flames sweep western Oregon and Washington towns as a northwest wind drives fires across 75 miles from Portland. Five people are missing near Fifth Plain and Bridal Veil. Mills, farms, and bridges burn, smoke envelops cities, and residents seek safety while officials report extensive losses.
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Lentz
Oregon Water Power & Railway Company
Bridal Well
Clackamas County
Springwater
Trickey
Mill Plain
Vancouver
Hendrickson
Farther Fire Near Elma Threatens Northwest
Tacoma reports a spreading blaze near Elma about 50 miles southwest, with several large buildings at risk and authorities coordinating response as the nearest major fire unfolds in the region.
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Elma
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Death of prominent figure Alexander Shepherd ends storied career
Washington learns of the death in Batopilas Mexico of Alexander R. Shepherd aged 67. He served as vice president of the board of public works and later governor of the District of Columbia during territorial government. He led improvements in Washington and helped block moves to relocate the capital. He later owned San Miguel silver mines and resided at Ratopilas. He leaves a widow and seven children.
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Billings Man Joe Kannick Charged With Forgery
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports Billings authorities arraigned Joe Kannick on charges of forging and obtaining $21 from Terret. He was believed linked to a Forsyth bank and formerly with the First National Bank at Miles City. Kannick was arrested yesterday and jailed.
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Billings Proclaims McKinley Memorial Day
Mayor George issues a special proclamation urging Billings citizens to observe Sunday as McKinley Memorial Day and to hold church services in memory of the martyred president.
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Navy court of inquiry appointed by North Atlantic Station
Washington September 12 The Navy Department has appointed a court of inquiry at the request of Rear Admiral Higginton. The panel is to be chaired by Rear Admiral Watson with the President and other senior officers to be named.
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Court of inquiry sought over cruiser accident actions
A board from the Brooklyn exonerated ship officers after a cruiser accident during maneuvers. Rear Admiral Coghlan selected the board, while Rear Admiral Higinson ordered a formal court of inquiry to ensure regular proceedings.
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Wheeler Not Worried In Tax Scandal Conference
Luke Wheeler, indicted by a grand jury for conspiracy in the Masonic temple tax fixing scandal, appeared in Chicago and met with State's Attorney Dineen. Dineen said Wheeler had not discussed merits and may not testify. County Treasurer Raymond will testify on forgery details as Wheeler posted bond and was released.
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Government Circulation Bans Sealing of War Remains at Public Cost
War Department issues a circuit ruling by the comptroller of the currency stating that the remains of soldiers buried at posts within the United States cannot be interred and shipped home at government expense.
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War Department
United States
Local alley hosts third team selection bowler match
A large crowd watched the third in a series of team selecting games at the local alleys last night. Top scores included Tsehudy 212 and 211, Sherman 223, and Babcock 200.
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Sherman
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Appointment of Indian commissioners named by resident
Washington reports the resident appointed Charles J. Bonaparte of Baltimore and Prof. Andrew Draper of Illinois to the board of Indian commissioners with no salary attached to the offices.
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Charles J. Bonaparte
Baltimore
Andrew Draper
University of Ilinois
Board of Indian Commissioners
Col James Burbank Retires From Fort Hancock Post
Washington Sept 12 Col James Burbank of the artillery corps commanding Fort Hancock New Jersey has retired from active duty.
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James B. Burbank
Artillery Corps
Fort Hancock
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Man With Lantern Sparks Destructive Fire in Beaumont Oil Field
A fire in the Beaumont oil fields started by a man with a lighted lantern spread from the Keith Ward tract to burning derricks and tanks. About 90 derricks destroyed, 15 tanks burned, and losses estimated between 75 000 and 250 000 dollars. A 300 man field force fought the blaze as flames threatened the town.
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Infantry Companies Move to Fort Keogh for Sept Field Day
Companies K and I L from Fort Yates and Fort Yellowstone to Fort Keogh will stop at Fort Keogh and join in field day exercises and sports on September 17. Company C of the 13th Cavalry also proceeds to Fort Meade for the event.
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Discovery of Anthracite Coal Near Big Timber
In the Boulder mining district near the Milwaukee and Standard mines, Alexander Cooper found several large anthracite lumps in a gulch. Experts say the coal is of the finest quality, very hard with a deep gloss, and a searching party has gone out to locate the lead along a slate rich mountain. The find lies on the proposed Big Timber and Cooke City railroad line under survey.
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Big Timber
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Alexander Cooper
Milwaukee & Standard Mining Company
Cooper
Big Timber & Cooke City Railroad
Nevada senator's wife killed in Alameda auto crash
Mrs. William M. Stewart wife of the Nevada senator died after an automobile collision in Alameda county Santa Clara avenue. The crash injured passengers Henry Foote and H B Taylor who escaped with minor bruises. Stewart resided in Washington and was visiting her sister Mrs Louis Aldrich in San Francisco.
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Still Minus Horse and Saddle in Fort Benton
A saddled horse and full riding outfit were stolen from William Rowe senior's barn last fall. William Rowe Jr reported a tip from Geyser that the thief was near a well known Cascade resident, but authorities have not located him yet. Rowe remains without horse and gear.
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Fort Benton
William Rowe
Cascade
Mr. Rowe
Bar Flev en and Circle outfits ship beef trains
Fort Benton reports Bar Flev en and Circle outfits sent two trains of first class beef from Gaza. Cattlemen hope prices, high at season start, will be matched or surpassed as the past week’s gains persist.
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Fort Benton
Shonk'n Association Faces Car Shortage Delays
Special dispatch reports the Shonk'n association grappling with transport issues as an order for beef on September 12 cannot be fulfilled due to unavailable cars. Beef will be held until car supply arrives.
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Fort Keogh Garrison Changes Ordered for Sept 14
Miles City reports changes in the Fort Keogh garrison to take effect on September 14. Orders affect Companies A and 1 with assignments and relocations as directed.
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Sharetts Relates Minority Stand in China Customs Talks
Gen e Sharetts commissioner for States in fixing the customs China says in San Francisco he was much in the minority. He noted the other nations wanted the United States to bear the worst, with only one U S vote among three commissioners. He faced an arduous task to win broad recognition of U S rights. He planned to leave for Washington soon.
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E. Sharetts
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Sharetts
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Mr. Sharetts
Washington
United Luties
Fire Destroys Wholesale Block in Prentice Wisconsin
Fire in Prentice Wisconsin destroyed one wholesale business block and damaged part of another early today. Loss reported at 25000 dollars.
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Stewart at The Hague on Pius fund arbitration case
Washington reports Senator Stewart travels to The Hague to press the Pius fund arbitration over a large Mexico held money claimed for the Catholic church of Lower California. The effort follows his push to submit the case to the tribunal, while details include his residence changes and Virginia dairy farming activity. Denver coverage notes GOP convention items and candidates for governor and other offices with party unity signals.
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