Four Idaho timber frauds indicted in Boise basin scheme
A federal grand jury charged James T Barber Sumner G Moun Frank Martin and Albert J Palmer with conspiracy to defraud the United States of lands in the Boise basin and violations of law. Indictments name Frank Reenenberg William Sweet John Kinkaid Louis M Pritchard John Wolfe Patrick Downe and others. Bail set at 5000 for three defendants and 2500 on Martin with surety for others. four counts allege offenses on 1905 1908. The 468 page indictment was presented to Judge Dietrich who accepted it then returned it for lack of formal jury report. The case ties to stock and land frauds and involves multiple dates and parties.
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Hoibe
Idaho
Federal Grand Jury
Dietrich
Bolew
James T. Barber
Sumner G. Moun
Frank Martin
Albert J. Palmer
Martin
Aumerent Security
Boise Basin
Frank Reenenberg
William Sweet
John Kinkaid
Louie M. Pritchard
John I Wolfe
Wenelug
Ivan
Wealthy railroad man seeks control of Exchange National Bank
Patrick Welch of Spokane negotiates purchase of all shares of the Exchange National Bank owned by the Bweeney family and associates. Reports indicate Welch would become largest stockholder and may gain influence, with share totals around 3740 in family holdings. Details remain largely undisclosed as talks progress in New York.
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Exchange National
Rpokane
Wauh
Patrick Welch
Charles Bwouny
Ie Bank
Weeny Investiment Company
1Ix
Welch
Bweeney
New York
Ummanr
Maries Hweeny
Agnes Bweeny
T. Coman
St East Belo
Il Tor
Mystery vessel fails at entrance to Klamath River
A chaotic report from Eureka California describes the President, a gasoline powered vessel, attempting to enter the Klamath River to deliver 20 tons of freight for Regus. The ship struggled against strong tides, grounded on the south side, was cast ashore, and later refloated with the freight removed.
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Hadid
Bulver
Eureka
Cal
Awell
Regus
Klamath River
Ler Falind
Joon
New Helena Dam Approved near Helena Montana
Secretary Taft approved a plan for a 100 foot high dam on the Missouri River near Helena. The project aims to supply electricity for manufacturing and new smelters in the region, signaling a major power development for the state.
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Helena
Mont
Taft
Halena
Haw
Bitewart
Here
Chisene Af Helens
Niaguen
Hebems
Naval battleship debate hinges on Philippine bases in Congress
In Washington April 15 16 the House debated naval station plans for the Philippines as the fight over two or four battleships stalled. Hobson Foss and Dewey influenced support for Subic Bay and Olongapo with remarks praising the base. President Roosevelt sent a message urging two battleships to be funded. The pension increase for widows passed both houses and awaits the president’s signature. Seven Odd Fellows from Post Falls initiated in town with a banquet and speeches. Idaho Mercantile windows display elaborate wartime era decor crafted by C K Coan Rand and team.
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Heinze
New York
Heinse
Columbia
T4 Broadway
Kia Copper Company
Bast Lake City
Butte
Amalgamated Copper Company
Hobson
Washington
Philippine Islands
Bublg Bay
Mowers
Foas
House of Representatives
Alan
Senate
Meare Mreatioat
Carter Handicap at Aqueduct Features Ten Thousand Purse
New York April 1h Ten thousand dollars will go to the winners at the Carter handicap seven furlongs the feature of the afternoon program at Aqueduct Opening day of the winter season attracts a large New York crowd The bugle sounds for the first race as the afternoon begins Continued on Page 6
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New York
Aqueduct
New Electric Brake Promises Safer Rail Travel
A. Minnich, an electrician turned businessman, patents an automatic electric air brake system for trains. The design uses sectional rails, a battery on the engine, and a magnetized cord to control brakes, aiming to prevent head on and rear collisions and to stop wrecks from washed out bridges or obstructions. A model exists, and Minnich claims easy construction and economical operation, with remote station control and a lever for engineer braking.
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A. Minnic Slectrician
Minnich
Ornasu Bridge
Am Ope Welch
Barr
Saturday Evening Post
Minniet
Washington
Red Collar Sold White Star Navigation Buyout Details
Reports allege Colonel D P Jenking sold controlling interest in the White Star Navigation company to Millard J Hartson of Spokane. Verifications center on J C White's involvement as intermediary with Hartson and the Red Collar line seeking control.
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White Mar Navigation Company
D. P. Jenking
Millard J. Hartson
Bpokane
Sianeger
Jenkins
White Star Navigation Company
Georgie Oakes
Hourts
Piper
Jon Kinsty
Uvesary
Str. White
Jankine
Spokane
Coto
Cty
White
Jenkins Street
J.C. White
Hartsoom
Busines
Rossland Poet Company
Smson
Becaues Tberalone
Intercata
White Air Navigation Company
Hartson
J. ¢. White
Jenkine
Hee
White Sitar Navigation Company
Parsons Oe
Jouhien
Arya0 Cerialm
Jenkin le
Wivitemar Navigation Company
Red Caesar
le Aed
County Justice Pracinets Debate At City Precincts Reform
A damaged OCR item reports a county meeting about reforming judicial precincts to include city areas. Practicable notes cite complaints on small precincts and travel costs, with a plan to divide the county justice districts and enlarge city precints. A uniform mint fee discussion and machinery provisions were addressed.
Outlaws Clash With Troops Near Mindanao Town
Manila April 10 A telegraphic report says bandits and authorities clashed near Laan Mindanao a town on Mindanao island. Two constabulary members were killed and three soldiers were wounded in fighting between regular troops and outlaws. A detachment of the Mandalowath infantry and constable Wary under Captain Darin pursued the bandits after a raid.
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Manila
Taras Road Elects Paaher Rare Gatley Frat
The report notes the election of Paaher Rare Gatley to a Frat position on Taras Road, with details on funds and governance. Avett is mentioned in connection with the process, while Wettem Wortean and Pearlement are cited among involved parties.
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Pittsning
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Philippines
United
Roosevelt
Od Fellows’ Lodge
Post Palla
Post Fall
Rathdrum
Grand Lodge of
Boa Dakote
Odd Fellows’ Lodge
Idaho Mercantile Company
Hes Tande
C.K. Coanrad
Carter
J. C. White
Mar Ancariathon
Bar Amariathon
Halel Idaho
Jude Dietrich
Weod
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Stake
Justin Prestania
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Taras Road
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