Council Meeting Records Patchy Debates and Petitions
At last night’s council session the room was nearly empty with only one attendee present. Discussion covered repairs bills of 110.73 from an eastern company, rock crusher loans, cemetery paving, street franchises, and multiple petitions to extend or adjust city infrastructure and governance.
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Thar Wies
Um Eastern Company
Tor
Umber
Behuen
Sinew
Ely
HAM
Landt
Ran
Sler
Bedell
Wright
Hamilton
McKuen
Medal
Matt Sanders
Ty Hest
Kurt Benders
Coeur Alene and Bookine Electric Railroad
Ste Moat Yeading Weaning We Company
Smiley
Recollections of Early Washington County School Life
A reminiscence recalls rugged hills and the first log schoolhouse in Washington County. It describes rough desks, ink made from oak, quill pens, home spun clothes, homemade sugar, and simple pioneer routines. The piece notes the community’s hard aber life and the era’s modest wages for teachers and families.
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Washington County
Kammer
Dremes
Anidhe
Nimaelt
Whig and Democratic Campaign Tales From Ohio in 1840s
The recollection recounts campaign styles in 1840 1844 Ohio with Whigs and Democrats portraying rallies wagons and cabin campaigns. It notes allowances for table expenses and minister travel patterns, plus colorful anecdotes about Harrison Tyler and Polk era politics and misidentifications in public life.
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Ehireh Wat
Ohio
Harrison
Tippee Canoe
Tyler
Tyler Woule
Chin
Rome
Public Library Grows With Healthy November Totals
The Cone d'Alene Patlle Worary reports a strong growth for November with 1544 books read, 60 new readers registered, and new books added. The library notes seasonal programs, including a Thanksgiving displays and a Christmas hub, while staff support in schools with essays and reading rooms expanding for evening patron use.
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Mew
Abner
Cone d'Alene
Defender and Colpax Safe After Steamer Collision
Report from Mica bier Hat states the Steamer Defender under Caylaie Perry rammed on 2 reels one mile from New bay with no major injuries. Callas faced wading difficulty, Noah Quiven aided by pulling reefed lines as fog and rocks made navigation perilous. Haye bout rewthen was witnessed, while Tw Manor noted deep water and poor visibility.
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Mica Bier
Defender
Caylaie Perry
Mew Bay
Callas
Stouier Quiven
National rifle meet at Grand Central for schoolboys
The Dec 3 event in New York features a national ride competition for schoolboys as part of the annual sports show. The Nitin Rite annotation leads the program with many local and city entrants from Washington and Baltimore. Military tests will be shot during the event and spectators will watch from gallery ranges.
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National Rifle Association
New York
Dream Today
Washington
Baltiamar
American Smelting and Refining Company to Hold Meeting
Delegates of American Smelting and Refining Company deny rumors of a dividend cut. They say the board will not reduce the common dividend rate by half and that the previous quarter’s earnings will be used to maintain or adjust payouts. The quarterly meeting is set for tomorrow in New York City.
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American Smelting and Refining Company
Stew York
Crmeria Mt Tas
Inmrd
New Club Quarters Planned At Towmercial Hub
Plans announce the diveeters at the towmercial club to open new quarters with upgraded furnishings and better comfort. The project includes upholsteries, ceilings, and a billiard table, aiming to attract members and guests to enjoy a refined social space downtown starting Thursday.
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Additon
Couy
the & Lumeboun
Aceon Icr
McIntosh Faces Fraud Charge In Idaho Case
Idaho case against Angus McIntosh, charged by J L Murphy with obtaining money under false pretenses, spans a full day in Judge Hilat's court. The matter involves timber claims in Stevens county Washington, with related charges and subsequent cases anticipated, drawing attention from timber claimants and improvements groups.
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State of
Idaho
Angus Mcintosh
Murphy
A. Anal
J. L Murphy
Angus Metntosb
Stevens County
Washington
Hilat
Metstosh
J. J. Robinson
Itte
McIntosh
Robinson
Rivers and Harbors Congress Meets in Washington
Delegates from across the nation converge on Washington for the annual Rivers and Harbors Congress seeking a national appropriation exceeding fifty million dollars for river and harbor improvements. The Willard Hotel assembly hall hosts the meeting with speakers including Haruo Hyon Sternberg, John Dalsell, James J. Hill, and state and city leaders from Iowa to Pennsylvania.
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Washington
Eithanne
National Rivers and Arbors
Mew
Willard Hotel
Congress
Jonapts Hi
Hanedell
Conrem
Louisland
River
Warbor
Repremntativien
Howton
New York
San Francheo
Portland
Ore
Congrem
Har Oo Hyon Sternberg
Germany
John Dalsell
Jury selection progresses in Pettibone murder trial
Mahopac, Dec 3 The defense challenges eight jurors in the Pettibone case as the state passes six for cause before adjournment and afternoon and evening sessions each see further challenges. Witness Andrew Hatlie testifies at the Kahnst Soldiers Home while the defense tries to prove Pettibone suggested the defendant should be hanged. Judge Ward denies one challenge, moves to night sessions, and the trial continues.
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Houm
Maho
George A. Pettibone
Brwamenberg
Andrew Hatlige
Imate
Kahn State Soldiers” Home
Modiliger
Pettibone
City Not Compelled to Honor Local Contract Ruling
In Changeville a suit against the city and officers sought to cancel a water system contract and halt bond levies. The higher court reversed the lower court, finding the mayor’s signature did not bind the city and the contract lacked proper authorization. Bonds approved by voters to fund the void contract are void if the contract is void, and the city cannot exceed statutory bonding limits.
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HOMIE
Waho
Dee ST
Urerbe Pomel
Changeville
Woodward
Wolty le
City in Brief Highlights Local Events and Meetings
A bustling city day with reports of a sale at $473 conducted by Musieory Mushy and a St Luke's Guild meeting set for Thursday at 7 pm at the Some of My corner. Charlee Griewadd noted at 417 Garten Street as the guild gears up for the annual sale in December. A club dance at Bender's Hall drew a solid crowd, and preparations for a grand masquerade and community activities filled the evening.
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VW. Bruws
George Kulbarld
J.D
Forest Heights
Musieory Mushy
St Luke's Guild
Tug Thareday
Charlee
Garten Street
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