New Morgue and Undertaking Parlors Planned on Washington Avenue
Henry & Carr announce a 12000 dollar brick two story morgue and undertaking parlor to be built on Washington Avenue adjoining the Blue Mountain Creamery. The first floor houses parlors morgue and chapel while the second floor provides living quarters for the attendant and a show floor for the undertaking department. The plan includes a chapel for services and full modern equipment.
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Henry & Carr, Undertakers
Washingtons Avenue
Blue Mounain Creamery
Henry & Carr
Fleet Heads to Seattle for Exposition Opening
The first Squadron of the Pacific Fleet was ordered to Seattle for the A. Y. P. exposition opening. Eight armored cruisers will stay eight days, with possible later return. Senator Piles was notified by the secretary of the navy.
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Pacific Fleet
Senator Piles
Secretary of the Navy
Jeffries greeted by enormous New York crowd upon arrival
Former champion Jim Jeffries and sparring partner Sam Berger arrived at Grand Central, greeted by a crowd too large for police to manage. Fans urged him to return to the ring and beat Jack Johnson, delivering the greatest ovation ever given a prizefighter.
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Grand Central Depot
Jeffries
Jack Johnson
Colonists Arrive as Boosters Predict Oregon Growth
The first homeseekers train to Oregon reaches La Grande this morning, with travelers from southern Colorado and western Nebraska. Most head to Portland, signaling a busy colonization period ahead. Baggage congestion at Pocatello forces two extra baggage cars on No 1, while express is held at the junction. Trainmen anticipate strenuous two months.
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Colorado
Nebraska
Portland
Oregon
Pocatello
Junction City
Short Line
Plan to Control Northern California Power Foiled by Proclamation
President Roosevelt signed a proclamation adding 300000 acres to the Tahoe forest reserve after government agents uncovered a scheme by BE Harriman and allies to gain control of electric power sites in northern California and Nevada. Harriman reportedly secured options on many sites to haul trains over the Truckee mountains.
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California
Nevada
Roosevelt
Tahoe Forest Reserve
Harriman
Congressman Englebright
Congress
Truckee Mountains
Railroad Construction Begins in Alaska This Summer
Cordova March 5 message states active railroad work starts today with a contractor and large crew aboard the steamer Northwestern. City is festively decorated for the event as building activity increases along The Dalice.
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Cordova
Alaska
Northwestern
Fegally
Four Miners Die in Butte Diamond Mine Blast
Four Amalgamated company miners were killed at the Diamond mine in Butte Montana when a lighting mishap caused two premature explosions as they prepared twenty blast holes. surface crews recovered the bodies and a survivor, Hayne, was badly injured and not expected to live.
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Hayne
Open River Association steamer arrives in Lewiston
An elaborate program accompanies the arrival of the first Open River Association steamer at Lewiston from Celilo on March 15. Northern Idaho commercial organizations gather to form a North Idaho League of Commercial Clubs.
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Lewiston
Idaho
Celilo
Northern Idaho
Colima Volcano Eruption Reports New Crater Formation
Mexico City reports indicate Mount Colima formed a new crater with eruption of rocks and lava. The activity was accompanied by several tremors, according to official dispatches received today.
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Mexico City
Mount
Colima
Pidencia
Salem Governor Likely to Call Special Legislature Session
Salem reports indicate Governor Benson will issue a call for a special session of the legislature, likely to convene Friday and Saturday, March 12 and 13, to address urgent state matters.
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Salem
Benson
Earthquake Jolts Nevada County During Major Quake
An earthquake lasting about fourteen seconds shook Nevada City California and surrounding areas during the big quake excitement. Residents described strong shaking and widespread activity as tremors subsided.
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Nevada City
Cal
Nevada County
Black Hand Terror Outbreak In New York Tenement Fire
Ten Italians died and about thirty people were injured after a seventh avenue fire set by the Black Hand destroyed a flood flooded five story New York tenement. Police and firemen were injured and many residents, including children, were rescued.
Olympia Debates Local Option Law Amid Delays
Olympia March 2 The house failed to muster enough votes to pass the local option bill amid dry opposition citing lack of time to digest amendments. Governor Ayer rumored to oppose delays. senate rejected Cotterill’s timber funds bill and favored opening state timber funds to speculators.
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House
Pesa
McMaster
Lea
Gon Falth
Auy
Wil
Dutlett Exposition
Senate
Cotterill
Baldwin's Will Allocates Major Share to Daughters
In Los Angeles March 3 the will of EB J Lucky Baldwin valued at 25 million dollars leaves the bulk of the estate to his two daughters Mara Starter of Berkeley and Anita McClugh ry. The widow, residing in Oakland, receives one third of the Baldwin Annex property in San Francisco valued at 190 thousand dollars with a mortgage of 140 thousand.
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Los Angeles
EB. J. “Lucky” Baldwin
Mra Mara Starter
Berkeley
Mra
Anita McCluughry
Oakland
San Francisco
Baldwin
Capitol Weather Prep Fills City For Event Amid Carnival Spirit
Weather concerns loom as the capital braces for a public gathering titled Pat and Cooler. The forecast emphasizes cold, unsettled conditions likely to affect attendees and officials. The city swells with visitors and a carnival atmosphere dominates the national capital during the event preparations.
President Roosevelt Sees Crowds on Last Day in Office
Last day in office sees large crowds around the White House before 10 am as President Roosevelt greets visitors in the cabinet room. The scene captures the final hours of his administration with steady handshakes and farewell gestures.
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Washington
Roosevelt
White House
Inaugural Preparations Amid Weather, Prices Rise
Washington gears up for the grand inaugural celebration with weather forecasts calling fair and cooler. Officials must remove hats, a practice amid carnival fever as eight governors travel to attend events. Record lodging rates emerge as John Hays Hammond pays $700 for a 24 hour front room near the treasury. President Roosevelt’s schedule shows autographing photographs and greeting delegations before continued duties.
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John Hays Hammond
California
Fifteenth
F Streets
Treasury Building
Hotura
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