Annual Midwinter Meeting of Washington Editors
The three day meeting in Seattle ended last Saturday and drew many editors, faculty, and journalism students. Lee A. White led the event, soon to leave the university, while E. E. Troxell becomes acting secretary of the Washington Newspaper Association. The gathering aimed to improve publisher duties to the public, discuss foreign advertising, and stabilize ad rates for newspapers.
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Will Legislative Sanity Prevail In Olympia This Year
The article argues that the upcoming Olympia legislature should avoid freak laws and tax burdens, seek sound measures benefiting workers and employers, and address wartime economic shifts with a balanced, pragmatic approach. It urges a square deal for both labor and management to foster industry and stability.
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Unclear Fragment on Washington State Development
Fragmentary line references the impact on present and future development of the state of Washington. No identifiable persons, dates, or organizations are readable to specify the context or outcomes.
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Federal and State Railway Regulators Clash Over Control
The piece questions the need for a federal railway commission as state regulators form a national association. It cites job losses and junketing as motives for opposition, notes inter state regulation costs, and argues for uniform federal oversight to save money and reduce payroll.
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Condensed account aims to inform readers on key matters
The article offers a compact overview of the main issues under discussion, presenting a condensed account designed to engage readers. It highlights core points and implications while inviting further interest in the full report.
Voters urged to cut taxes and curb state expenses
The message asks representatives and a joint senator to reduce taxes and eliminate duplicate state costs. It warns against new laws harming industry and prosperity and notes the ongoing congressional leak probe with a sharp, mocking analogy.
Peshastin News Briefs Include Travel Plans and Health
Peshastin notes a family trip to Maine by Ed and relatives, F A Wingate on a business trip early week, and Rupert Cannon's visit to Leavenworth. Measles outbreaks and busy ice houses mark the valley. A Everett worker assists plastering the community church. A son weighing ten and a half pounds was born to Mr and Mrs J B Duncan on January 17 1917.
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It is now proposed to pass a law compelling papers
The Toppenish Review argues for a law forcing newspapers to accept advertising from all candidates for public office. It endorses the idea but suggests extending it to require candidates to advertise whether they want to or not.
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Toppenish Review
Death of a National Idol Admiral Dewey and his heroism
The article reflects on Admiral Dewey's death and his role in the Spanish American War. It notes his victory at Manila Bay and the broader impact of American expansion, citing his actions with German Admiral Diederich and his modest honors. It portrays Dewey as a steadfast naval hero with a lasting place in U.S. history.
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Grays Harbor Lumber District Sees Record Shipments
The Grays Harbor lumber district last year shipped over 28 000 car loads of forest products. This year the estimate projects it will ship twice as much, indicating a strong growth in activity for the district.
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Long crossing pole spans Chehalis River
The Pacific Telegraph and Telephone Co erected a 120 foot single Washington fir pole across the Chehalis river weighing three tons.
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Chehalis River
Great smoke stack planned at Rushton by Tacoma Smelting Co
Rushton planners aim to build a 550 foot smoke stack 30 feet taller than the current highest at Butte Montana. Port Angeles to Moclips railroad company incorporated to construct 120 miles of track. Spokane to New York apple shipment arrives before Christmas. Wilbur Washington land sells at 60 dollars per acre versus 7 bought 15 years ago. Coal vein found at Kent Washington. Clark county prune shipments sent to London. Pershing signals villa location by tracking buzzards. Flax cultivation in Bellingham eyed for opportunity. Aberdeen poised for automobile tire factory.
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Our Legislators in Focus Weekly Resume Plan
The Echo announces a weekly two column resume of legislature proceedings to inform readers about important matters, lawmakers proposals, and how questions will be handled. The paper has undertaken this effort to meet public demand for informed coverage.
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