Alaska-Yukon-Pacific opens amid pageantry in Seattle
In Seattle on June 1 the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition opened with Bishop ODea delivering the invocation. President Taft triggered the opening by a telegraph key, as flags, music, and a massive crowd celebrated at Lake Washington. Dignitaries including Ambassador Bryce and James J. Hill addressed the throng.
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Seattle
Wash
Edward O'Dea
Taft
White House
Washington
Nome
Waichi
Sebru
I. A. Nadeau
Ar. Nadeau
teAhlas Shrall
Congresman Rodenberg
Waslington
Bryce
Great Britain
James J. Hill
Hanley Found Guilty of Illegal Land Enclosure
William Hanley, wealthy rancher, found guilty in Portland of maintaining and controlling an illegal enclosure covering 80 000 acres of government land in Harney county. Maximum penalty 10000 fine and a year in jail. Court may impose less. 30 days to file for a new trial. Hanley called verdict a surprise. Sheriff reports McCloud river lumbermen orderly and unarmed. Born May 19, at Enterprise, a daughter.
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Portland
William Hanley
Harney Sopnty
Hanley
Sisson
Cal
Howard
McCloud River District
Pet Dog Saves Mistress in Bay Rescue at Sausalito
Miss Carol Sheldon, 16, daughter of H. H. Sheldon of Reno, faced death clinging to a boat bottom as waves swamped her craft in the San Francisco Bay. A shepherd dog guided by instinct swam around her and alerted the shore, then the dog led the way home. Newton Fauve, visiting in Reno, rowed out and pulled the girl from the water, saving her life.
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United States
Saulsalito
Cal
Carol Sheldon
H. H. Sheldon
Reno
Newton Fauoe
Sheldon
Sanity commission finds Albion P Smith mentally sound
In Marion county a court appointed panel declared Albion P Smith mentally sound after examining rumors of a blackmail plot involving Asahel Bush. The report ends friends' bid to halt his trial for attempting to rob Hinge's jewelry store and for using the mails in blackmail.
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Salem
Albion P. Smith
Asahel Bush
Marion County
Northwest
Smith
Hinge
Low Summer Rail Rates Announced for Western Trips
Chicago announces reduced summer fares with return tickets Chicago to California coast doors 62.50 dollars valid June 24 to July 10 and July 87 to August 26. Round trip to Portland Seattle and northwest dates up to September 30 priced at 62 dollars.
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Chicago
California
Portland
Seattle
Northwest
Opening of the Exposition Attended by Notables
President J. G. Chilberg chaired the opening ceremonies delivering a glowing tribute to the workers behind the exposition. The event closed with a benediction from Right Rev. Frederick W. Keator, bishop of Olympia.
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J. G. Chilberg
Frederick W. Keator
Olympia
Delegates Head to Portland for National Grocers Convention
Several hundred delegates from the North and California depart Frisco en route to Portland for the National Convention of Retail Grocers. A. S. Geddes of the Merchants Protective Association coordinates California and local grocers as the event draws attendees from across the United States.
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San Francisco
National Convention of Retail Grocers
Portland
The
California
Geddes
Merchants Protective Association and Grocers” Order
United States
Baby Brown Receives Rowing Coaching In Newport
Nine year old child known as Baby Brown, reportedly the wealthiest American with $10,000,000, starts rowing instruction under coach Thomas Shay and rival Horwn to improve physical development and math anxiety.
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Newport. L
Brown
Thomas Shay
John Nicholas Horwn
Dutton Scene Is Hour of Import
A large throng gathers to witness an act and enterprise in Dutton as the scene marks a significant moment. The crowd fills the venue for a notable display showcasing local initiative and performance.
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Dutton
Taft Opens Seattle Exposition in East Room
President Taft formally opened the Seattle exposition in the White House East Room with Mrs. Taft and numerous diplomats, senators, and delegates present. He sent a telegram praising the fair's aims to reveal Alaska resources and Pacific commerce, while urging broad appeal across the nation. County Recorder Snook and H A Bolton traveled to Union yesterday in Bolton’s car.
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Washington
Taft
White House
Seattle
Philippines
Hawaii
Alaska
Porto Rico
Plies
Snook
H. A. Bolton
Union
Mr. Bolton
Philadelphia Strike Deepens as City Faces Walkout
June 1 report shows Philadelphia with far fewer cars and a threatened general strike by all trade unions affecting about 75,000 workers. Only about 100 cars operate, vs 3000 usual. strike breakers refuse to work while leaders vow to persist for months if the company resists.
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Philadelphia
Unte
Oregon urged to buy life insurance locally to keep wealth home
The letter argues Oregon residents should purchase life insurance from Oregon companies to keep funds in state. It cites state statistics on premiums sent out of Oregon to Wisconsin and New York, claiming centralization fuels financial power and harms local development. Promotes Oregon firms including Home Once in Portland with officials Mille Samuels and Clarence.
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Oregon
Ife
A. Kozer
Salem
Lfe
Wisconsin
New York
Oregon Life
Corbett
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Lake Washington
Harney County
Charles Hunter
Enterprise
la Grande, Oregon
East
National Grocers’ Delegates
Child
Tis Development
Allides
Agat Ie
Pacific
West
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