Taft Outlines Ambitious Plans for Congress
President Taft plans to submit a single, epoch making program to Congress. Most measures target corporations including interstate stock and bond supervision and a new railroad court. Proposals also cover ICC duties, Bureau of Corporations expansion, postal savings bank, ship subsidies, anti trust reforms, injunction procedures, and natural resources conservation.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Bureau of Corporations
Department of Justice
Settlers to be paid cash for water project work
Washington reports that settlers on government irrigation projects who were paid in water users certificates will be paid in cash. The attorney-general and the controller of the treasury agree the certificates were issued illegally but that workers who performed actual government work deserve payment. About 300000 dollars worth of certificates remain outstanding.
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Washington
Controller of the Treasury
Chinese patient dies after forced washing at Portland hospital
In Portland on November 16, physicians cited the death of Chin Hu as caused by enforced cleansing. He reportedly pined away after being washed three times in four days, each moment bringing greater distress before his death in a local hospital.
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Portland
Chin Hu
Tablet Marks Seattle Fair Anniversary Banquet
In Seattle on November 15 the 58th anniversary of the first settlers landing was celebrated with a banquet at the Arctic Club. Guests of honor were 23 non salaried officers of the A Y P Exposition to whom credit for the world fair’s success is given. A commemorative tablet was unveiled and will be placed on the university grounds where the exposition was held.
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Seattle
Wash
Arctic Club
University Grounds
Fourth Western Hemisphere Conference to be held in Buenos Ayres
The fourth in a series of Western hemisphere conferences will be held in Buenos Ayres, Argentina, from July 15 to 20. The Argentine government, as host, is preparing actively for the gathering.
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Washington
Buenos Ayres
Argentine Republic
Beginning Cunningham Case Hearing in Seattle Tomorrow
Hearing of evidence in the Cunningham coal land cases will begin in Seattle tomorrow. The Alaska land title is claimed by many of the Pacific Northwest's richest men. The commissioner will take more testimony at Spokane.
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Cunningham Coal Land
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Pacific Northwest
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Wormy Apples and How to Use Them Warns Dealers
The article urges strict enforcement of a law prohibiting wormy fruit sales. Inspector Darlington, Wenatchee, urges condemning infected fruit at markets and suggests canning drying or making cider on the farm. It notes efforts to prevent orchard decline and preserve perfect fruit for growers and the public.
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Darlington
Wenatchee
Washington
Darling
Home Tanning Method for Skins With Hair On
Learn a simple home method to tan skins with hair or fur using soda water wash, flesh removal, a rye flour paste with salt alum and borax, sunless drying, and work to pliability. Suitable for calves, sheep, dogs, goats, and other animals, with note on large skins needing more material.
Protections from Forest Fires in Northwest Report
Washington Forest Fire Association finds efficient patrols curb forest fires. Prof. C H Goetz of Washington State College outlines control of small fires by patrolling fisher men hunters tramways and rail rights of way. He urges oil powered locomotives to cut spark risk and lauds Northwest cooperation for fewer fires this year.
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Index News
How to Make Milk Paint for Wood and Barns
Instructions from Youth's Companion explain making a gallon of milk with three pounds of Portland cement and pigment to create a durable paint. It is suitable for coating trees with large limbs removed and for painting barns or outbuildings.
Masked Ball Guess: Skull Cap Lead Pencil or Chalked Cue
A playful exchange suggests costume ideas for a masked ball. One friend proposes a skull cap as a lead pencil while the other suggests chalking the head to resemble a billiard cue.
Charcoal or Pitting Method Gains Favor for Stump Removal
The Sultan Star reports a new stump clearing method favored where tried. Wood piled at stump base is covered with sod and left windward to burn slowly. Fire charred roots and deepest fuel burn within ten to fourteen days, leaving stumps burnt through.
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State Agricultural College
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