Ross Attacks Conservation Policy At Seattle Congress
State Land Commissioner Ross criticized the administrations forestry and conservation policy at the Conservation Congress in Seattle. He accused the president of suppressing news about a governors conference, a charge met with strong counterpoints about the president's frankness. Milo A. Root resigned from the supreme court amid an ongoing probe into improper conduct involving M. J. Gordon.
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Ross
Conference of Governors
Washington
Theodore Roosevelt
Shakespeare
Milo A. Root
Supreme Court
M. J. Gordon
Old books blamed for diphtheria outbreaks in schools
In Ellensburg Mr. Parker and C B Simmons discuss diphtheria at Leavenworth. Simmons argues outdated books used three years ago may spread disease, noting past school outbreaks and suggesting cremating old volumes to prevent future cases and school disruptions.
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C. B. Simmons
Ellensburg
Leavenworth
Simmons
Council rejects Whitman street opening on Tuesday night
West side residents and many on the south side are disappointed as the council denies opening Whitman street. Absences and vote splits shaped decisions on improvements including a gulch bridge and street access. Critics compare it to a dog in the manger tactic as the public questions council strategy.
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Featherstone
Waldenberg
E. A. King
R. T. King
C. Ruth
Poindexter May Miss Committee Assignments Over Cannon Stand
The congressman elect from eastern Washington may not receive committee posts due to his opposition to re-electing Speaker Joe Cannon. Poindexter voiced reasons tied to Cannon’s stance, and Cannon’s opposition to Roosevelt policy frames the political friction.
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Cannon
Taft
Mr. Poindexter
The
Seattle Times
Miles Poindexter
Washington
Joe Cannon
Roosevelt
Representative Ole Hansen Takes On Meadows Racing Track
Ole Hansen of the 43rd district vows to devote all efforts to closing the Meadows racing track, a popular Seattle resort, blaming it for corrupting Seattle youths and calling for its shutdown.
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Ole Hansen
Meadows
Seattle
Schools adopt horticulture basics in public curriculum
At a county meeting of teachers the Seattle Conservation Congress proposal to teach rudiments of horticulture and agriculture in public schools was adopted.
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Seattle Conservation Congress
Rockefeller on what he put in his pocket
The remark contrasts Rockefeller’s caution about diet with public interest in his wealth. It cites his claim of careful consumption versus scrutiny of his financial dealings and amassed fortune. The line frames wealth as the focal point of public curiosity.
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John D. Rockefeller
Saloon License Provision Adopted and Local Bids Rejected
A council resolution grants license terms and binds all saloon operators to a unified provision. the April first 1909 cancellation clause is noted. The bid by Hartman and Titus for sidewalks in First Addition at 1225 dollars was rejected and readvertised to allow separate bids on sidewalks and grading. Several local bills were approved and warrants issued for salaries, surveying, lighting, street work, tool sharpening, lumber, and other municipal needs.
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Hartman & Titus
Chas. A. Anderson
J. E. Gatherless
Gulch
Tumwater Light & Water Co
H. E. Campbell
R. F. Templin
Joe Massie
Lamb- Davis Co
Guy Hamilton
Keating Home Burned In February Fire Loss
George Keating lost his house and all contents in a Friday fire. He had gone to the ranch three quarters of a mile away to haul apples and returned to find the blaze consuming the dwelling built just over a year ago. The loss is about three thousand dollars with two thousand one hundred dollars insured.
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George Keating
Town Council Proceedings in Leavenworth
Town council discusses renewing Tumwater Water Co contract for fire service at current rate. Frank Sutton to build a cement sidewalk by June 1 1909. Whitman street opening petition denied after vote. Ordinance 53 to raise saloon license to 1000 with changes. amendment failed. A resolution to cancel all liquor licenses April 1 1909 and refund unearned payments is proposed.
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Featherstone
Tumwater Light and Water Co
Frank Sutton
Citizen’s Caucus
Whitman Street
Ralston
Woldenberg
Ruth
R. T. King
E. A. King
R. T
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Wash
Mrs McAneny Dies By Mistake In Carbolic Acid Incident
Mrs J P McAneny former resident of this city died at age 43 after mistaking a bottle of carbolic acid for an asthma cure. Coroner Henry Thompson ruled the death accidental with no evidence of self harm. Her husband, a leading hardware merchant, formerly managed Leavenworth Mercantile Co.
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J. P. McAneny
Blaine
McAneny
Leavenworth Mercantile Co
Seattle P-I
Henry Thompson
Congregational Church Notes for Sunday Services
Regular services announced for next Sabbath at the Congregational church. Morning worship titled First Healing and then Service with evening address on The Sufficiency of Revelation. All are invited by Rev. Davis, pastor.
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