Western Pacific bonds planned for 1000 miles of road
The Salt Lake Tribune notes Western Pacific negotiates for a $50,000,000 bond issue in Boston to cover 1000 miles of new transcontinental rail. Eight engineering corps pursue a route with minimal snow sheds, spanning Beckwith pass to Quincy area, promising scenic highland travel and eventual construction progress. The Denver Post plans a 72 page Nevada edition.
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Railroads vs Roosevelt Polley Battle Moves in Congress
Washington dispatch reports railroad forces press for stronger Interstate Commerce Act powers while President and House push for reform. Key figures James J. Hill Casattt Blythe Spencer Tuttle and Senator Lodge oppose rate supervision by the ICC preferring a specialized court to revise rather than fix rates. The fight spans Senate and House with rail interests influential and unified against the President.
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Anti Vaccination Bill Moves in California Senate
Senator Leavitt of Alameda proposes a measure banning public bodies from making vaccination a prerequisite for school attendance. He calls it an anti vaccination bill. Opponents cite vaccination as a public health tool and note cases supporting the need for compulsory vaccination. The Supreme Court in Helena refused to halt a mine closure case, with a ruling expected soon. In Kentucky, Grace Morris and Richard Parker, aged 18 and 14, wed after a brief acquaintance at a Dec 26 ceremony.
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End of Pacific Mail Monopoly Warned by Roosevelt Policy
Washington dispatch reports the Roosevelt administration plans to end the monopoly held by Pacific Mail Steamship Co over Panama Canal traffic within six months to curb restraint of trade. The move targets the company’s privilege to handle all Panama Canal Railroad traffic and other trade limits. Mrs. Margaret B. Young, wife of bookmaker Cansar Young, seeks settlement of his Alameda County estate valued over 10,000 dollars as she awaits possible testimony in Nan Patterson’s new trial in New York. She will travel to Los Angeles for rest after handling business.
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Rules for Lobbyists Report to Governor In City
Missouri Governor issues rules for staying lobbyists during the Legislature session. On arrival, professionals must register at the Governor’s office and state purpose, reporters from newspapers receive the same briefing, and a thirty hour stay limit is imposed. The move aims to regulate access and oversight of lobbying activity in Jefferson City.
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Cotton Exports to Japan via Seattle Route
A Texas cotton cargo for Japan moved through the Shasta route yesterday in two train sections. The 32 cars carried about 1920 bales valued at an estimated sum. Japan remained the intended destination as ship owners in San Francisco were to explain how Seattle delivered it. Watson starts magazine company formation noted in politics. A bowel complaint remedy is recommended for children, Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, sold by Mim M. Schmeiders & Co.
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Clemency Granted in Cold-Blooded Nevada Killings
The State Board of Pardons granted clemency to Hill Hamilton, convicted six years ago in White Pine County for the Brigg Clements murder. The case drew widespread Eastern state attention after Clements abused Hamilton’s wife and Hamilton killed him with a six shooter. The trial followed, and Youll Eatson was jailed for life.
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