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Border Opium Smuggling Halt Promised by U S Officials
Spokane Chronicle reports that as snow thaws on the Columbia River, the American government plans vigorous steps to stop opium smuggling. Officials expect larger seizures when trails reopen. twenty border guards will cover the line to break up smuggling rings and boost revenue. Deputy Collector Hugh McCool notes snow kept smugglers quiet, with a large spring push anticipated.
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