Melting Snow Delays Traffic Across Oregon
Storm reports from eastern Oregon and The Dalles indicate thawing snow and rain easing in, with flooding and road slides hindering transport. Chinook conditions expected to improve travel, though ongoing thaw may keep roads difficult for a week. Train service faced disruptions near Bonneville and The Dalles as conditions thaw. Local observations note ground frost and light sleet while officials assess eastward train movements.
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La Follette Magazine Sets Political Charges
Wisconsin Senator La Follette states in his forthcoming magazine that Thornton Hanna is on trial for advising a crime and that Chairman Frank Hitchcock is accused of attempting to seduce the Oregon legislature to break a promise to support a leading United States Senate candidate. He notes a legal penalty exists for Hanna but not for Hitchcock if guilt is proven, and calls for Hitchcock to deny the aspersions.
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United States
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Hitchcock
State bank examiner issues biennial Oregon banking report
Salem Jan. 14 One of the most valuable biennial reports to the legislature is that of the state bank examiner issued today. The report gives the condition of all the 122 banks in Oregon and marks what has been accomplished by the banking act passed in the first session.
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No Salaries Raised By Legislature Says Senator Cole
State Senator Cole arrives in Salem asserting no official will have salary increases in the present session. He predicts retrenchment and a businesslike assembly after a period of proposed pay hikes and junketing trips are blocked. Cole credits businesslike legislators and vows to resist favored proposals. He notes opposition to a large biennial pay bill and praises efforts to curb wasteful spending.
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Roosevelt Vetoes Dam Bill to Divert James River Water
President Roosevelt vetoed a Missouri dam bill by William A Brundage to divert James River water via tunnel for electric power. He warned water power overuse threatens natural resources and rising costs. He urged Congress to balance public welfare against corporate privilege and reserve doubts over licensing river diversions.
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Waters-Pierce Leaves Standard Crowd Fails Case
St Louis Jan 15 The Waters-Pierce Oil Co has until today to convince the Missouri Supreme Court it has purged itself of any ties to Standard Oil and to pay a 60000 fine for antitrust violations. The court earlier fined Standard Oil of Indiana 50000 and Republic Oil 50000, with ouster effective March. Waters-Pierce may forgo further action as signs point to abandonment by Standard and a lone fight by Waters-Pierce.
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Public figure’s wife makes suicide attempt in hotel lobby
Aberdeen Washington January 16 In the crowded hotel lobby Mrs Liner wife of S J Liner publicity man made a sensational attempt at death by her own actions after a dispute with her husband She drank from a vial containing chloral in front of more than Cheete guests and hotel guests
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Father of An architect Emma Cioldman Dies in Rochester
Abraham Goldman, father of Emma Cioldman described as queen of the anarchiata, died in Rochester yesterday. He ran a furniture store. Goldman is noted as not an anarchist. In San Francisco, Governor-elect Cosgrove may travel to Washington today as Southern Pacific prepares to move the private car California. Cosgrove’s health reportedly improving.
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Department of the Southern Pacific
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Rains in West Washington Threaten Rails
Tacoma January 15 heavy rains melt snow drifts raising grave concern among railroad officials over possible washouts and fear of heavy snowslides threatening tracks and line operations.
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Tacoma
Thornton Hains Is Found Not Guilty in Hains Shooting
In a dramatic Flushing verdict the jury acquitted Thornton Hains of guilt in the shooting of William Annis after a 22 hour deliberation. The crowd roared as Hains fainted and bailiffs cleared the room. Outside, cheering crowds surged as investigators and spectators awaited further news.
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Crane
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May Be Father No. We Do Not Want To
Chicago January 15 Assistant County Attorney Anderson wrote to George R. Lowery 5725 Lexington informing him his father was at the county hospital needing support. Lowery replied that his father died 40 years ago and suggested Anderson should look after him if resurrected. The note leaves the mystery unsolved. Bark Goes Down Crew Saved. Portland January 18 A report says the Alice laden with cement for a Portland firm from London went ashore at Ocean Park Washington. The crew reached shore in their boats. the ship lies 20 miles up the coast in shallow water and is hard to reach. Details are lacking.
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Taft Arrives in Atlanta for 26 Hour Stay
In Atlanta on January 11 William Howard Taft was greeted by men of varied political faiths and southern hospitality. A banquet hosted by the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce featured Georgia style dishes such as opossum, sweet potatoes, and persimmon beer. Taft admitted he had never tasted such delight.
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Georgia
United States
Shively Beats Kern for Hoosier Toga
Indianapolis January 15 The Democratic caucus of the Indiana legislature after 20 ballots chose Congressman Benjamin F. Shively of South Bend for the United States Senate. Shively entered the hall to a loud reception and received the required votes on the 20th ballot after showing growing strength from the first ballot.
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Indiana
Bejamin F. Shively
South Bend
United States Senate
Hat Makers Remove Union Label Sparking Walkouts Across Factories
In New York on January 15 the Associated Hat Manufacturers ordered the removal of the union label from 75 factories employing 20 000 to 25 000 workers triggering strikes of about 4 000 in Orange New Jersey and 500 in Brooklyn. President Samuel Mundheim called the vote unanimous citing breach of working agreements with Grier Hat Co Philadelphia. Farther south in South Norwalk Conn seven hundred hatters and four hundred from New Milford joined walkouts following the decision.
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Dunlap Label Boss Discusses Strike Impact in New York
Dunlap's Keep Label in New York reports Charles W. Nestor vice-president says the firm employs between 6000 and 7000 workers. He notes they are a union shop, did not anticipate the strike, belong to the Manufacturers association, and will continue using the union label on products.
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Snow Hits Cascades As Tacoma Reports Heavy Snow
Northern Pacific officials say snow is falling heavily in the Cascades while the rail line remains clear to Tacoma. No major delays reported yet.
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Rumor of Strahorn rail line crossing Blue Mountains
Special from Milton reports that rumors claim the Oregon Washington Traction line is a feeder to the Strahorn system which is building a northwest road network. Supposed plans place the main line crossing the Blue mountains near Milton, with routes along the river into Freewater and Milton boosting local value and population.
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Albany Legislatures Choose Senator Candidate
Albany Jan 16 Both houses agreed in caucus to name a candidate for United States senator to succeed Thomas C Platt Secretary of State Root is the Republican choice with the nomination virtually assured.
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United States
Thomas C. Platt
Root
Billy Will Fight Devil in Big Jeff's Pavilion
Spokane January report quotes Rev William A Sunday claiming Billy will meet Old Mephisto in Jim Jeffries pavilion Los Angeles in February after Spokane, with Big Jim in Will's corner to introduce him. Sunday touts his punch, training, and plans while predicting a title bout against Jack Johnson after spring. several cities seek his appearances.
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Los Angeles
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Federal buildings plan halted in House committee
Washington January 15 The House Public Buildings Committee decided not to authorize any new federal buildings at this session. This marks a pause in federal construction proposals and a shift in government facility planning.
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