Mystery of Land Theft and Coal Claims in the Northwest
From Salt Lake City reports reveal a grand jury inquiry into a vast theft of land and coal deposits in Utah and Wyoming by major rail and oil interests. Indictments follow as several principals are named. Oregon and Washington readers see local commentary on Hood River, the Willamette valley, and other regions claiming the title of home of the big red apple.
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Salt Lake City
Mormon City
Utah
Wyoming
Harriman and Gould Systems
Utah Fuel Company
Grand
Northwest
Malogan
Oregon
Washington
Colfax Gazette
Hood River
Oregonian
Willamette Valley
Yakima
Wenstokes
Chelan
Colville Valley
Palouse
New York
Critica Believa
Mimount
J. H. Harriman
Railroads Donated Land in Oregon Wrecks Policy Debate
Speech by Mt Killingeworth's advocate claims 412 miles of Oregon railroad land totaling 6,888,000 acres. At claimed prices the land would be worth over 71 million dollars, with $2.50 per acre caps for 2 million acres. Proponent halves figures to 886 000 per mile, arguing the donation would fund an extensive track network, contrasting with average construction costs.
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Mt. Killingeworth
Kugewether
Oregon
Killingeworth
Land policy and railroad withdrawals stir Oregon debate
The Oregon discussion centers on public land withdrawals and railway leverage. Critics charge 2,000,000 acres are kept from settlers to profit outsiders, draining state resources while roads reap all gains. Congress and public opinion tilt toward forcing sales at set prices, with broader calls for equitable policy. The piece also reflects on faith, science, frost scenery, and local notes.
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Norway
United States
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Walla Walla
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Davis-Easer CO
Alder Street
Walla Walla, —I Wash
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Christ
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Pine Creek
Jack Frost
King Winter
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Woodland
Weir
Weston Leader
Ganitotech
Santa Claus
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Eagle
Bert Cartano
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Washington, D. C
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J. E. Froome
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Stanley Piano House
Main Street
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Wash
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Wright
C.G
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Athena, Ore
Sherwin-Williams
Umatilla Lumber
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Modwen
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Athewa
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