Coalition debate reshapes Multnomah Fulton senate bid
In week of political maneuvering Geer forces and Multnomah delegates push to back Harvey W. Scott as United States senator. Amid shifts, Fulton’s camp loses recruits to Geer, signaling a coalition strategy with Multnomah to influence the race before the end of the week.
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Clackamas
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Ernor
Geer
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Winder Sides With Immunity in Assault Case
Charleston West Virginia February 17 After a meeting between John H Winder Dan Hanna and W S Caldwell Wheeling chairman of the house judiciary committee it is stated there will be no legislative investigation of local officials The statements to Caldwell are said to be satisfactory and the matter dropped The report also notes the misuse of W A Clark Jr in the affair and the timing of the incident. Portland Idaho February 17 A bill for 35000 for the Lewis and Clark exposition at Portland with 5000 for St Louis is introduced The two fairs share the remainder and Portland’s appropriation is expected to rise. Jackson Mississippi February 17 Prohibition appears a major issue at the state mass convention Nearly every county represented delegates and visitors plan an aggressive campaign and will ask the legislature to prohibit sale manufacture or importation of alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes.
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Gas Failure Strands Dayton Areas in Deep Cold
Natural gas shortage hit Dayton and surrounding towns today causing severe cold for about ten thousand residents. In Springfield Ohio on February 17 reports indicate the gas supply failed in Urleans Dayton and several nearby cities leaving thousands without heat. Local crews work to restore service as temperatures drop.
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Urleans
Missionaries Shocked by Idol Manufacture for Corea
Philadelphia February 17 Missionaries and ministers here denounce a Philadelphia firm contract to ship Buddhist idols to Corea calling it an outrage against religion and decency. Reactions from Mrs W H R Corliss former China missionary and Rev Frederick Pool condemn commercialization for profit while Bishop Cyrus D Foos compares it to other colonial spending.
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Looking for Christie in Timber Land Scam Case
Miss Rose Shuman of New York seeks C. J. Christie who allegedly lured wealthy investors from New York and Philadelphia into a timber land scheme in Oregon. Contract for 200000 acres at 4.50 to 6 per acre dated last July. Christie last seen in Sumpter with funds total unknown.
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Littlefield Replies to Sulzer Attack in Anti-Travel Debate
Washington February 17 Littlefield answered Sulzer’s charge arising from the anti travel measure accusing him of distorting his speech Sulzer retorted Littlefield overstated his merit claiming vanity and rivaling Daniel Webster Also Washington February 17 House Merchant Marine Committee postponed voting on the ship subsidy bill with prospects for passage said very favorable
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Day in Senate on Porto Rico Rebates and Trust Bill
The senate reads a Porto Rican memorial seeking higher rebates on Cuban reciprocity. An amalgamated anti trust bill from Hoar and Littlefield is reported with drastic amendments. Senators caucus to ensure Panama treaty ratification and plan continuous sessions to exhaust Morgan.
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Garfield Appointed to Investigate Corporations
President Roosevelt named James R. Garfield of Ohio, son of the late president, as commissioner of corporations. He will lead diligent investigations into organization and management of corporations engaged in interstate and foreign commerce and report data to the president to aid potential legislation.
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Inland Daily Press Association Opens Sixteenth Annual Meeting
The Inland Daily Press Association began its sixteenth annual meeting at the Palmer House with editors from Illinois Wisconsin and neighboring states. A W Glessner of Galena Illinois presides and W Y Tufford of Clinton, Iowa, serves as secretary of the convention.
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Blizzard Paralyzes Texas as Snow Stuns Cities
Fort Worth and Dallas report a foot of snow with trains late and streetcars halted. The Panhandle endures severe cold while other regions face widespread outages and stranded travelers. Widespread misery, frozen pipes, and economic disruption accompany the winter storm.
Wealth and Power Theme in Bishop Spaulding Speech
New York, Feb 17 Bishop Spaulding warned that immense wealth tends to degrade its possessor. He cited Andrew Carnegie as a rare exception and warned money can cloud judgment and faith, urging evaluation by character over riches. The talk occurred at Carsente hall for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Philadelphia wrestling card headlined by Jack McCormick vs Jim Parr in a match requiring three falls or a forfeit. Boston boxing: Jack Sullivan to face Jimmie Gaider in a 15 round welterweight bout. Sullivan touted as top welterweight in New England.
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Boston
Fire in National Capitol Causes Smoke but No Damage
A fire started in the northeast corridor of the House of Representatives, traced to a crossed wire burning insulation. Moments after the session began, smoke filled the hall but the water brigade quickly put out the flames. Authorities say damage is practically nothing and interest was high but excitement minimal.
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Hayes to appeal case to state Supreme Court
George W. Ilaya ex register of the land office at Marne plans an appeal to the state Supreme Court after a 12 month penitentiary sentence for adultery, with transcripts ordered and the claim that evidence did not sustain the conviction. He seeks to clear his name and argues reversal would erase the stigma and affect pending disbarment proceedings.
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King Opens Parliament Amid Venezuelan Blockade Endorsements
London February 17 King Edward opened parliament with ceremonial splendor echoing prior sessions. He praised the Venezuelan settlement and the Alaskan boundary terms, noted progress in South Africa, and urged reforms in the sultanate and Aden disputes while praising Italian cooperation in Somaliland.
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Queer Farming Methods on the Pacific Coast
In California a traveler recounts using dynamite to loosen soil to three feet and to combat the phylloxera pest in vineyards. The method, described with humor, claims to be cheaper and more effective than machines or manual labor, though details are fragmentary.
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Henjamin Mani
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