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Newspaper
Ione Proclaimer
Location
Ione, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1909
Page
2
A roundup of contemporary events includes Taft in Portland praising the trip, calls to curb beards by state health boards, racing tensions between Spain and Moors, and plans for ship subsidies. Also noted are mining, finance moves, and environmental policy shifts shaping national discourse.
In Goldfield Nevada on October 5 the American urged voter opposition to perpetual water power franchises and called for state action. Debate covered the apex law and its repeal in favor of vertical claim limits. War wildcat mining schemes were condemned and investors warned away. J H Richards of Boise retired president received a ceremonial tribute. Los Angeles and Spokane rivalry noted for next session. executive committee to decide.
Winnipeg reports a large influx of American farmers into the Canadian West. Deputy minister of interior cites an estimated 70 000 newcomers this year and W J White notes a 30 percent rise with expectations of about 115 000 Americans settling next year. Immigrants bring roughly 60 million dollars in capital.
An explosion at the No 4 shaft of the Western Improvement Co mine near Roslyn Washington at 12 45 this afternoon leaves nine dead and fifteen injured. The shaft is burning as pumps fail and water in the city runs low. Fire may not affect other mines. shaft recovery could take six months amid possible further collapses.
Reports say the New York office of Western Pacific Ban ordered the Sacramento shops expanded to double size with preparatory plans under way. The project carries an estimated cost of 1,000. Additional statewide actions aim to avert railway clashes amid regional tensions and a potential royal incitement risk.
The Oregon Railroad Commission ruled the grain-rate current charges as unreasonable and ordered a 20 to 24 percent cut, potentially raising railroad revenue by about 75,000 dollars yearly. The order echoes Washington state actions, with questions remaining on enforcement and potential appeals by O R N and its affiliates.
President Taft visited Portland on October 4 for a cordial, incident free day. He greeted enthusiastic crowds, toured the city with a genial smile, visited the Samaritan hospital, and spoke of a delightful stay before departing southbound on the special train.
Harriman lines announced new orders for 1500 steel under frame refrigerator cars and 500 all steel ballast cars. The total six month expenditure nears 17 million dollars with nearly 600 all steel passenger cars on order. Deliveries include 480 current orders except one Pennsylvania read for older equipment.
Alfred Farlow chairman of the committee on publication of the Fuss Church of Christ explains the church’s response to a question about a recent incident. He says officials will handle the matter in the proper manner and according to policy.
In Olympia the Congressional Republican caucus nominated Judge W. W. McCredie on the first ballot by 123 votes. Pierce Mason and Clallam counties pledged 99 votes, Pacific county abstained, Ashton’s faction fought until the end but supported unity afterward.
In Chicago on September 80 Walter K. Lasen, tax attorney, predicted Illnois will demand a substantial inheritance tax from the Harriman estate. He said the Harriman heir cannot evade payment, citing the new law and its validity during court action.
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