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Newspaper
Lewiston Daily Teller
Location
Lewiston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1905
Page
2
The Teller outlines the bid process for county printing arguing all printers may bid and urging a square deal. It questions why the Herald’s lower bid was not accepted and why the highest bidder could alter his bid after opening, amid Republican papers demanding transparency and fairness.
Representative Goodnight touts a house measure to create a fire and burglar proof vault for the state treasurer and require all state funds to be kept there. The plan contrasts with an administration bill placing control of state funds with a board, signaling a forthcoming fierce debate. The piece notes banking influence in state politics and mentions several unrelated items in Morocco Delaware bail and graft coverage.
The piece notes that most states have sworn in new officers and will begin their terms. Tom Lawson masks facts in flowery language, likened to Bryan or Watson. Elbert Hubbard has joined the socialists, offering a momentary stabilizing factor. Senate leaders signal restraint prior to March 4.
The Long Valley Advocate urges establishing a state park at Payette Lakes to protect scenic beauty and prevent timber sale. It argues state ownership of surrounding timber should be retained to curb evaporation, preserve springs, and boost tourism by building cottages and hotels, noting federal action if state timber lands are relinquished.
The Tsceminicum club holds its regular meeting tomorrow afternoon at Mrs Kling's home on Sixth Avenue. Roll call features German artists. Paper Germany as a World Power by Mrs Greenburg. Legends and Folk Lore by Mrs Moore. Current events led by Miss Allen. Song by Mrs Barnett.
A party of thirty one Filipino students sent by the insular government arrived today aboard the Sherman. The group includes three girls and will be distributed among several high schools and colleges across the country, mainly in the south and east.
Signal pioneer Marconi is reportedly engaged to marry Princess Miscinta Ruspoli, age 21, youngest daughter of Prince Francesco Ruspoli who holds the title master of the holy hospice, per The Patria.
L. L. Haynes defends the Idaho timber issue and criticizes Tribune coverage. He argues against extending twenty years for the timber contract and alleges the Tribune misinterprets Roosevelt’s square deal. He warns of a Weyerhaeuser syndicate gaining control and patients legal shifts to favor the corporation, urging lawmakers to uphold the president’s stand.
Freight rates for exhibits at the Lewis and Clark exposition in Portland will be substantially the same as those used for the St. Louis fair. The rates will be published soon, and once in effect the state commission will begin assembling Oregon exhibits for storage until installation.
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