Pinchot leaders fight to block hydro line through forest
A Roosevelt era conservation hero defends public control of National Forest lands as a California Hydro-Electric pipeline seeks a right of way. The case centers on fraudulent mining claims used to justify a 3500 foot pipeline across the Mono National Forest, opposed by local forest officers and government critics.
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Gifford Pinchot
Roosevelt
Pinchot
United States
Alaska
Kim
Mono National Forest
Hydro-Electric Company of
California
The
Conservation Commission
National Forest
Covnnot
Mber
Tam
Water power bill faces challenge over government control
The Hydro Electric Company of California resists a proposed bill arguing for a broad right to use forest water for private power. Critics say the measure seeks special privilege, potentially setting a dangerous precedent that would erode government oversight and permit unearned private ownership of public resources.
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Hydro-Electric Company of
California
Pilyl
Residents push for Ja Street surface paving
Citizens along Ja Street rally in favor of paving, backing Mayor Matlock’s plan. They argue hard surface paving would greatly improve conditions, warning that Jackson Street macadamization should be avoided unless vastly improved results are achieved. Locals on West Alta and East Court urge timely action.
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Ja Street
Matlock
Jackson Street
East Court
West Alta
Fast Court
Fragmentary political musings on 1912 campaign dynamics
The note discusses preferences for street surfaces and road policy, predicts Jackson street’s advantage if Republicans fail to unite behind a candidate, and warns of Taft’s possible surprise gift if unity falters. It mentions Mexican insurrectos crossing the border, sheep theft convictions, and questions whether Judge Ellis heed s siren calls before noting the Elks gathering and Arizona arriving.
Arch baldwealthy donor recalls Ohio grocer days
John Archibald, renowned for precise accounting and charitable giving, reflects on his beginnings in Leesburg Ohio where he clerked in a frontier grocery. He credits early trade lessons, not formal schooling, for his financial acumen and later philanthropy, noting farmers wives often paid high prices.
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John D. Archbald
John Sp
Mr. Archibald
Leesburg
Ohio
Labeling the Public Lands Board Roles and Powers
The United States Geological Survey land classification board is led by a chairman and general advisory committee with chiefs of branches directing field work. Subboards handle coal, oil and gas, phosphate, metalliferous deposits, irrigation and power, and the board cooperates with other bureaus to classify public lands and assess mineral or power value for patents.
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Land-Classification Board
The
United States Geological Survey
Survey
Geological Survey
Interior Department
General Land Office
Office of Indian Affairs
Geological Survey Landa
Irrigation Plan Sufficiency Ahead of Segregation Lists
A discussion centers on whether the proposed irrigation plan is adequate before the segregation lists receive approval. The debate weighs water distribution, project scope, and potential impacts on affected communities and landholding plans.
Delicate daughter excused from chores sparks clash
A Maiden woman laments her daughter fears heavy work while the husband insists she is delicate. The daughter excels in school and basketball, prompting a defense of her strength against gendered expectations. A travel anecdote adds critique of conceit in men.
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Jim
Jim Jenkins
Boston Travelor
Adam's Winter Memory Recalled by Forgetful Years
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Adam facing cold winters and long snows, a memory faded by time. The narrator notes how he never had to eat to endure the chill, while others remember the severe season's grip.
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Adam
Shoe repair charges spark quarrel between friends
In a casual exchange Anna asks Clara about a shoe repair bill from Mr Oklund. Clara says she was charged 65 cents and praises the work, but expresses personal dislike for him. Anna implies Clara cares about the amount or behavior.
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East Oregonian Publishing CO
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DUP Security
Washington, DC
Byres
United Press Association
Maline
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Congress
Hayving
Taft
U. S
Judge Ellis
Elks
Arizona
Fletcher
Omi
Centaur Company
Murray Street
Cw York Citt
Adam's
East Oregonian
Bessie McCoy
New York
George W. Hobart
Music By
Raymond Hubbell
T. B. Harms & Francis
Day & Hunter
Broadway
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Koeppen’s
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Clara
Him
A. Eklund
Main Street
Tallman @ Co
Gas
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