Criticism for the irrigation speculator and government role
The piece defends irrigation investors as victims of overoptimistic land pricing while faulting the U S government for lax policy. It argues speculators and colonizers acted with open eyes, but the core blame lies with unsold land by big holders and weak enforcement of residence and rapid parcel sale rules. It questions reclamation officials and notes public bore over the Per kins camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Uma. Ulla
Cottolene Promises Uniform Cake Results
An advertisement argues butter and lard vary in quality for baking. Cottolene is claimed to be uniform and yield consistent cake results. It states Cottolene costs about the price of lard and is so rich that one third less is required than butter or lard.
Irishmen apply for street cleaning jobs
Several Irishmen sought work at the city sweeper yard as Bert Murray recounts. The superintendent rejects them, citing the large horse-drawn sweeper that does the work of sixty men. One applicant counters that while useful, the machine cannot vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Murray
Begorra
Boston eyes Lipton challenge for 1915 America Cup
The Boston Post editorial notes Lipton may compete in the America Cup, not racing from Boston or Sandy Hook but in breezes near the Golden Gate. It adds Boston builders would back a challenger if needed, highlighting Boston’s sailing history and new design talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Sir Thomas Lipton
Sandy Hook
Golden Gate
Boston Post
New York
America
East
Star Spangled Banner defended as living symbol of freedom
A London gathering mocked the Star Spangled Banner as obsolete yet supporters argue the song captures the pursuit of freedom and justice. The debate centers on its enduring spirit and relevance beyond holiday ceremonies.
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Pendleton
Siggen
East Oregonian
Fast
Oregonian
Washington F . Faperial
Portland
Bureau
Washington, D. C
Fourteenth Street
N. W
Mail
Mai
United Press Association
Evanescence
Homer
Harriet Prescott Spofford
Perdleton
Lewiston
Chicago
Big Bull
N. BK. Fairbank Company
Koeppen’s
American Society
London
Braman
Dep't
Santa
Butte, Mont
Pendleton, Ore
MR. Alexander
Wall Vcs
Wases
Alexander Dept
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