Wireless to Fight Forest Fires Proposed at Convention
At Seattle, about 200 delegates from the Western Forestry and Conservation association voted to test wireless fire fighting methods. Marconi representatives described portable and trail communications gear enabling forest crews to contact central stations, with aerials and light equipment for saddle or pack animals. The plan hinges on training and eventual widespread adoption within ten years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Forestry and Conservation Association
Seattle
Herrick
Marconi Company of America
R. H. Lawler
E. F.C. van Dissel
T. J. Humbird
Mr. Humbird
Central Forest
Corn Shows Aimed At Boosting Northwest Farming
Oregon Washington Railroad and Navigation Company plans December corn shows in eastern Washington and possibly western areas. Prizes totaling several hundred dollars will be awarded to encourage corn growing and livestock feeding. Company will supply seed to participating farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Smith
Oregon-Washington Railroad & Navigation Company
Northwest
Washington
O.W
Smith
Seattle
New University Bureau Aims to Digest Municipal Data
The University of Washington extends a new bureau of municipal and legislative research with Dr. Herman Brauer as chief. The nonpartisan unit will collect and digest comparative data on legislation and administration to aid Washington state lawmakers and officials and promote efficient, informed governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Municipal and Legislative Research
University Extension Division
University of Washington
University
Herman Brauer
Edwin A. Start
Extension Division
State of
Washington
Brauer
Start
Providing For Old Age in an Age of Specialization
Superintendent Graves of the King Home for old men cites alarming figures on elderly poverty. One in 100,000 is self supporting at seventy, while 1,125,000 Americans aged 65 plus rely on charity at a cost of $220 million. Additionally 300,000 elderly reside in homes costing $50 million yearly to operate.
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Jacks of All Trades
Chicago
Graves
King
United States
Chelan County Receives 1810 From Forest Fund
The federal forest reserve fund distributes 31,895 to Washington as 25 percent of timber value. Chelan and Wenatchee reserves yield Chelan county 1810.89, while Snohomish receives 6747.33 and Thurston 2.08. John G. Lewis, state treasurer, oversees the distribution among 25 counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John G. Lewis
Washington
Snohomish County
Thurston County
Chelan County
Chelan
Wenatchee
State highway plan grows from Tacoma session
The Washington State Good Roads Association wrapped up its annual meeting in Tacoma endorsing a state wide plan for permanent highways to be recommended to the legislature. The Pacific highway from Blaine to Vancouver is favored and will guide regional projects as sections pursue local improvements. Dr King’s New Discovery praised for pneumonia and bronchial ailments with testimonials and trial bottles offered.
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Washington State Good Roads Association
Tacoma
Blaine
Vancouver
Wash
Dr. King
George W. Place
Rawsonville
Exposition stamps go on sale by January first
Panama Pacific Exposition stamps will be available at all post offices by January 1 after a Postmaster General order. Postmasters must apply immediately. Sheets of seventy will be issued featuring U S Postage San Francisco 1915. The 1c green Balboa bust. 2c red Gatun locks. 5c blue Golden Gate. 10c dark yellow Discovery of San Francisco Bay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
San Francisco
Balboa
Pacific Ocean
Gatun
Panama Canal
Reading Room Not Connected With Library
A letter argues for continuing funding of the reading room alongside the library. It notes the library is run by a ladies committee funding books through subscriptions, while the reading room relies on a few citizens. It costs twelve dollars monthly for light and heat, with irregular support from some donors. Max A. Jeffords invites monthly contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max A. Jeffords
Public Service Commission Jurisdiction Over Corporations Ruling
The King County Superior Court held the Public Service Commission of the state has sole authority over public service corporations and municipalities lack power in that area. The Seattle electric case prompts the commission to set remedies. Municipal officers often seek to compel compliance, with the state tribunal viewed as best for efficient, expert handling of regulations and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King County Superior Court
Public Service Commission
Seattle
Cured of Liver Complaint Adverts by Texas Man
Ira Smith of Point Blank Texas reports relief from a liver ailment after using a 250 box of Chamberlains Tablets He says he is completely cured and recommends them to everyone The ad states the tablets are for sale by all dealers
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira Smith
Point Blank
Texas
Famous Stage Beauties Use Arnica Salve for Skin Woes
A boastful advertisement claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve prevents eruptions blotches and sores and cures eczema salt rheum sore lips chapped hands chilblains burns cuts and bruises. It also claims relief for piles and costs 25 cents at druggists.
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Nolan & Jones
City Drug Store
Front St
Cascade
Wm. C. Roach
Front Street
Leavenworth State Bank
Manifold Typewriter Paper
The
Echo
Ibrown’s Business College
Brown’s Business College
Pine St
ST. Louis, MO
Harlan Eugene Read
Tth & Pine Sts
ST. Louis
the Echo
Association
Claas Good Roads
Golden Gate
San Francisco Harbor
San Francisco Bay
C. H. Lilly & Co
Feed Store
Business College
Leavenworth
J. B. Violette
Opera
J. E. Tholin
Lee Howerton
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