Orchard Makes A Statement From Idaho Murder Case
Idaho March 19 After returning from Caldwell Harry Orchard, linked to the murder of former Governor Steunenberg, spoke at the penitentiary. He said the sentence could be commuted by the state board of pardons and described his motive as defending a cause rather than money. He credited Providence for his fortitude and praised his wife’s support, denying any motive of money. He also stated his wife was innocent and expressed gratitude for her letters. Detectives say no promise of amnesty was made and future action remains uncertain.
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Boe
Idaho
Caldwell
Wood
Btwunenbere
Harry Orchard
State Board of Pardons
Orchard
Fred Markel
Markel
Mit @ Sullivan
Coeur d'Atenes
Delppte Creek
Stexnenberg
Ben
Canad
Ters
Tin Wee
Agathet
Denver
James McParland
Guilly
Walon
Ieward
Moyer
Federation
San Diego
Cal
Vislt Pettibone
Spokane rate case hopeful despite delays says counsel
Henry S Stephens, counsel for Spokane rate case petitioners, returned from Washington where he argued before Interstate Commerce Commission. He expects a victory for Spokane and says decisions may be delayed due to eastern disturbances. He argues railroads push higher lumber rates while empty eastbound cars exist. contends westbound rates should drop, balancing traffic and aiding regional prosperity.
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Telieves Commission
Spokane
Wash
Mtenry
Rey
Wallace Agents Urged to Seek Duty Abatement
In Wallace Idaho on March 19 the Wallace Trpearaableaice instructed J P Markdail to write to Idaho's representatives urging action to abate duties on white paper. Senator Borah and Congressman preach pledged to help. Hayburn says he will give it attention when it arises.
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Wallace
Idaho
J. P. Markdail
Senstor Borah
Preach
Hayburn
Lecture on Physics and Track Meet at Moscow University
In Moscow on March 18 regent Ledge M. McCutcheon attended a students assembly to address the spring regents meeting. Dr Gurney spoke on the universe and scientific methods, stressing human perception limits and the scale of the cosmos. A planned 20 man freshman-sophomore race failed when sophomores sabotaged, laying wreaths of truce on campus after placards appeared overnight.
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Moscow
Idsho
M. McCutcheon
Dr. Gurney
Department of Physion
Gurney
Mt. Patrick's Day
Freien
Treehmen
Bend Verdict in Land Locating Case for $200 and Fees
In the case of George Read versus Brennen the court awarded the plaintiff $200 court costs 350 damages and 16.85 as location and related fees. Plaintiff alleged he paid a location fee and was misled to a different tract. defendant denied. Witnesses on both sides testified before judgment and appeal noted by defendant’s attorney.
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Rmation Birt
Conte
Justin
A. Binet
George Read
Brennen
Ito
C. B. LeDeen
F. L. Ault
Charles Kliner
Henry W. Leeper
A. Daughters
Robert Rider
Pinza
Black & Wernette
Tease
Dnstrict Court
Idaho Mercantile baseball team forms in Idaho
The Idaho Mercantile company employees organize a baseball team under manager William Thomas. The lineup includes pitcher W Deane, first baseman Witten Sanders, second baseman J Hammond, third baseman H M Gaxtnk, shortstop Wil Mudge, left fielder Dereoff, right fielder Ed Thomas, center Maid Witt few Thomes, with officials F Bhadduck Percy Brock L Bartlett WH Habish and Ea Zelgier.
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Idaho Mercantile Company
Organland & Baseball Tram
Idaho Mercantile Company Baseball
Rui
Citcher
W. Deane
Witttem Sanders
Beattie Dairzmern Charged With Conspiracy in Seattle
SEATTLE March 19 Deputy Provocation Attorney Vanderveer will file charges of conspiracy in restraint of trade against half a dozen men in the city. The case centers on alleged anti competitive actions by local business interests.
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Beattie Dairzmern
Trowlar
Seattle
Wash
Vanderveer
Land Fraud Probes Shaping Montana Mineral Claims
A Montana Mineowners Association inquiry into McKinley era classification by a state commission triggers Roosevelt ordering a full investigation by Secretary Garfield. The probe centers on Northern Pacific land claims and 22 additional cases of contested titles valued highly, as mine operators rally to challenge railroad seizures and secure evidence from past classifications.
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Helena
Mont. Maren
Roosevelt
Montana Mineowners’ Association
McKinley
Northern Pacific Railroad
Garfield
Rowaud
Mixty Laatabene
Aleged Trend
Welena
Rowand
Montana
Northern Pacific
Ieeen
Arrest in Lakeside house disturbance leads to charge
W Grayreal was arrested last evening by police at a Lakeside residence operated for Mrs L Gelower. A man, intoxicated and wandering, broke a window and entered through a porch, prompting a disturbance that alarmed the owner. He faced charges of burglary and disorderly conduct.
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Booey
Porteine
Cee
Roemers
Duaring Tair
Draybeal
Galloway House
Varias
Wanderers in Their Old Age Seek Shelter in Comur
An aged couple, Jake Lickence and his wife, wandering in Comur 4'Alene seeking food and shelter after leaving their daughter and son in law. They describe hardship and poor treatment by their daughter, prompting attempts to find a home or county aid. Local officials and a press representative documented their plight and considered next steps.
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Jake Lickence
Comur
Alene
J. W. Grom
Peter Charbontan
Morris Humphrey
Canada
Nnn-In-Tow
Joseph Mayer
Gross
d'Alene
Michigan
Sho
Dashy
Lane
Stoe Boom Company Faces Driver Walkout Over Wages
Ten drivers employed by the St toe Boom company protested along the Et Marte river to the Gaeta district, demanding higher wages. The firm reportedly seeks to contact drivers. no official settlement announced.
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Rome
Inetusrard
St Toe Boom
Et Marte
Gaeta
Taft Club meeting opens with Pickett in Latah County
A Taft Republican club session in Latah County was called to order by Attorney G. G. Pickett. The discourse praised Taft and warned against corporate influence, with plans to keep the presidency free from outsider meddling. Continued on page 4.
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Ofore Roosevelt
Latah County
Taft Republican Club
G. G. Pickett
Taft
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Domgs
Hiahe Mercantile Company
N. P
W. Grayreal
Swater
Peter Hey
Andrew Migom
Comany
Uicom
Latam County
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