Idaho fruit show blamed on politicians at Pan-American Exposition
A Buffalo letter dated August 15 1901 criticizes Idaho's Pan-American Exposition fruit display. H E Vandeman pomologist argues politicians mismanaged the exhibit, calls for fruit experts to lead, and praises M J Wessels and wife for prior quality work while urging Idaho to avoid a failed fruit presentation. He cites Governor Hunt and Commissioner Rice as missteps and hopes for better support from Blue Lakes and Lewiston contributors.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Robt. Milliken
Nampa
Idaho
Commissioner Rice
M. J. Wessels
Northwest
Verrine
Blue Lakes
Schleisher
Lewiston
Wessels
Omaha Exposition
H. E. Vandeman
Professor Dr C N Little Appointed Civil Engineering Chair
Moscow Idaho September 9 President J A McLean of the university announces that Dr C N Little Ph D has been chosen professor of the department of civil engineering. Dr Little formerly taught mathematics for eight years and resigns at the end of the current session along with several faculty colleagues. he is expected to arrive by week’s end.
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Moscow
Idaho
J. A. McLean
University
C. N. Little
Little
Federal Judges Speak on Buffalo Crime Views
Judges Beatty of Idaho and Hanford of Washington were asked to wire their opinions on the presidential assault. Beatty declined, calling the act and proposed measures too heroic for his official position. Hanford urged vigor in enforcing laws to protect the president and officials, and to punish perpetrators swiftly.
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James H. Beatty
United States District Court For
Idaho
C. H. Hanford
Washington
Boise
Buffalo
James H. Bratty
Hanaford
Seattle
Wash
Two Roosters Case Ends with Fine for Publisher
Dr W Smith publisher of the Clipper faced a justice court for criminal libel over a satire about officials allegedly feasting on stolen fowls from Mrs Bilderback shenoost. Smith admitted publication, calling it a joke, and was fined one dollar to ease public peace. The item notes hidden costs and broader editorial musings, then ads for rental and lumber services.
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W. Smith
Clipper
Koelsch
Smith
Ada County
Evening Capital News
The Mint Choice Liquors and Club Room
The Mint offers liquors wines brandies and cigars with a club room connected. Located in the Clark Building on Main Street.
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Clark Building
Main Street
Jail Escape Letter and Escapade Observations
A letter from Payne detailing a jail escape from Everett Washington cites helpers and witnesses, notes plan to depart for unknown parts, and hints at publishing the tale. Separate items comment on dining etiquette with toothpicks and promote Chase & Sanborn teas via Russell Grocery in Lewiston.
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Payne
Everett
Washington
Hollows
Max Max
Sam Burk
Sam
Spokane
Parts
P. S
Lewiston
Chase & Sanborn
Russell Grocery
Watch repair and demagnetizing services offered
Local ad claims new demagnetizer and jeweled English chronometer to regulate watches. Repairs promised to improve timekeeping with first class guaranteed work. Also offers savings on diamonds watches jewelry silverware and clocks with on site pricing. Includes about H Hames Lewiston Idaho address and a separate employment notice for state representatives with salary and expenses.
Spokane Fruit Fair Trip Tickets Announced
The Northern Pacific offers round trip rail fare to Spokane at 5.40 including one admission to the fair. Half price for children. Sales on September 9 11 and 14 with return limits September 16 18 20 and 23, and September 13 with limit September 17. Contact agent R. B. Hooper for details.
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Northern Pacific
Spokane
R. B. Hooper
Pullman Ordinary Sleepers Reach Pacific Coast Travel
Pullman company introduces ordinary sleepers for tourist routes between the east and Pacific coast. Cars resemble regular sleepers but lack luxury, furnished with mattresses towels and combs. Each car has a tea making stove an adjustable table and a porter to assist passengers. One per daily Portland departures on the O R and N Co travels to Chicago and Kansas City. Rates lower yet nearly as good as first class with added folders on request.
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Pullman
Pacific Coast
Pullman Company
Portland
Chicago
Kansas City
Ees
Palace
Craig G. P
C. BR
Ny Co
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Buffalo Management
Judge Beatty
William Mathews
S.J. Thompson
Donza
E. D. Feehan
Fountain Grade
the Mint
Morrissey & Baker, Proprietors
H. Hames
West Main Street
Lewison
Young's Music Store
Caxton Building
S. L. Thompson
Justice of the Peace
Donzae Block
J. F. Atkinson
L. F. Inman, M.D
Bee Hive
James E. Babb
Lewiston National Bank
Lewiston Idaho
Washington and
Nez Perce Co
Lewiston, Idaho
George W. Tannahill
Adams Block
Thomas Mullen
Attorney At Law
Lewiston National Mk Building
U. S. Land Office
E. O'Neill
Olive Main Street
Dent & Butler
Daniel Needham
Ray D. Walker
Wisconsin
Needham & Walker
Lewiston National Bank Building
Miles S. Johnson
Elmer E. Halsey
Atty. Nez
U.S. Law Perce County
Marquette
Mc Johnson & Halsey
Department
Bucher
Gibbs
McSherry
Nez Perce Implement Co
A. D. Gritman, Manace
Wm. F Galbraith
Dray and Express
W. E. Mathews
Thatcher & Kling
Telth
Oakesdale
Seattle Tacoma
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Butte
Minneapolis
St. Paul
New York
Billings
Denver
Omaha
St. Joseph
St.Louis
Orofino
Kamiah
Kooskia
Stites
Grangeville
Buffalo Hump
Clearwater Short Line
Culdesac
A. D. Charlton
Oregon
G. Kress
Postoffice
L. ©. Neal, Undertaker
White
Wheeler & Wilson
F. W. Kettenbach
Weisgerber
California
B. F. Morris
W.C. Lehane
Northern Railway
O. R. & N. Company
Boston
Philadelphia
West
Tacoma
San Francisco
Sound
Duluth
Mag
O. R. & Company
F. J. Whitney
Gen
Tkt. Agt
St. Paul, Mine
H. A. Jackson
Srokave
China
Here
Burlington
Owsha
St Louis
Northern Pacific Ticket Offices
A. B. Jackson
Hno
Wm. F. Galbraith
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