New York as the nation's pivotal battleground in 1916 election
Washington reports that New York is viewed as the decisive state for the presidential race though some argue victory can come without it. Democrats claim victory by winning western and Pacific states citing peace sentiment. other commentary covers tariff talk, Lane of Oregon on nature lore, and Canadian troops aiding Britain as World War I fights continue.
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Death Claims John R. Aitken Prominent Attorney
John R. Aitken, 62, prominent San Francisco attorney and lodge leader, died of heart failure at his Washington Street home after a meeting of the Appala Lodge I O O F. He served as Superior Judge of San Diego County and held multiple lodge and Masonic titles. Survived by widow Annie L., son Frank W., and daughters L A Hilton and Florence B E J A Simpson. Funeral Tuesday at 10 a.m. from the family residence under San Francisco Masons.
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Judge Aitken Eyes Desert Empire Investment
Ephorian Note reports Judge Aitken visited Barstow and Goldstone at Mr O Wilson s invitation and favored investment in the Desert Empire. Returning to San Francisco he organized the United Goldstone Mines Co obtaining charter papers in Carson City Nevada. A meeting was set for Saturday to finalize the organization, work now shifts to others.
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Poultry Producers Form $250,000 Organization
A poultry producers organization with capital of 250000 dollars was organized last week in the office of Market Director Harris Weinstock. It aims to buy, preserve and sell eggs and poultry supplies for its own account and on commission for others.
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Remarkable Daggett Resident Fred Mulcahy Passes Away
Fred Mulcahy, a Daggett resident for 31 years, died after a life marked by paralysis from birth. Despite 43 years unable to walk or speak, he educated himself and gained notable intellect. Constable Brown lauded his four decades of suffering and his ability to communicate through understanding others on varied topics.
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Noonan Elected President of Stanford Encina Club
William F. Noonan a Glenwood Springs Colorado senior was elected president of the Encina Club the largest men's living group on the Stanford campus.
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Kelley Seeks Barstow Supervisor Post in 1916 Candidacy
William J. Kelley of Barstow announces his candidacy for the First Supervisorial District seat. He pledges business experience to manage county projects and curb expenses, aiming to safeguard taxpayers during contracts and general spending. Primary August 29, 1916.
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Barstow
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Salt Lake Improvement Plans Outlined by McNutt
General Manager McNutt says Salt Lake improvements will cost 1 318 000 dollars and cover 100 miles of the Los Angeles division with 90 pound rails. The program includes a block signal system Los Angeles to Riverside and new steel bridges at Rio Hondo Newmarket and Mojave River Caliente. Total rails costing 547000 dollars. Work on Salt Lake division to proceed this summer and in winter.
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Rail line to Riverside gets 230 miles of block signals
The company quotes about 100000 dollars for the Los Angeles to Riverside section and 90000 for the Caliente 90 foot reinforced concrete bridge. Six steel bridges on concrete foundations will cost about 250000 dollars. Projects span Salt Lake, Meadow Valley canyon, Newmark and Mojave river areas as part of a broader modernization plan.
California News Items In Brief
California notes report Lassen peak eruption activity last week and a forest fire threat near Ricardo and Guerneville. Other items note Tehama County Savings Bank ownership change and 192,425 cars in California.
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Red Banks Orchard Company
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Horace Davis
University of California
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