Western timber policy clash in Oregon campaign
The message accuses timber barons and Western politicians of colluding against Roosevelt’s western forest policy. It urges voters in Oregon Washington Idaho and Montana to elect a senator who backs the president and to support faithful advocates in Congress for the western land program.
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Mnatiors
Oregon
Washington
Tdsha
Montana
Monster Timber
Potley
Kilmath
Sawtooth Range
Congress
Haywood acquittal shocks miners and readers alike
The Idaho trial of William D. Haywood over ex-Governor Frank Steunenberg’s murder ends in acquittal. Public sentiment splits: Orchard’s testimony is discredited, Pinkerton influence alleged, and calls persist for justice. The piece questions Haywood’s knowledge and urges swift action against Orchard or any other guilty party.
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William D. Haywood
Frank Steunenberg
Idaho
Orchard
Villian
Pinkerton
McParland
Haywood
Ada County
Barbarian policy and plunder echo in timber talks
A critique links ancient barbarian behavior in Rome to modern timber syndicate actions in the Northwest. It argues that both contexts pursue immediate gain at the expense of tomorrow, destroying public resources and heritage while senators from Oregon Washington Idaho and Soneneating abet the plunder.
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Northwest
Itmelf
Unitedtates
Oregon
Washington
Idlaho
High Prices and Copper Costs Spark Business Reassessment
An excerpt discusses the widespread concern over persistently high commodity prices beyond living costs. Copper trades near 22 cents, with production costs at about 10 cents, yielding large margins that heighten recession risk. The piece argues a modest fall in staple prices could restore a healthier business climate.
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Henry Clewn
Save the Berry Bushes in Wintry Patchade Rally
Hundreds travel to the Blue mountains to pick huckleberries as a bumper crop ripens after years of frost. Authorities warn that breaking bushes harms next year’s harvest and urge restraint to protect fields from vandalism. A late senator Pettus anecdote about regimens ends with a joke on tobacco and whiskey in youth.
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Blue Mountains
Senator Pettus
Alabama
Government Ownership Railroads Move Proclaimed
The text notes the United States government showing careful preparation for railroad ownership by adopting uniform systems of books auditing and accounting. It emphasizes centralized control and standardized practices as steps toward government management of rail transport.
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United States
Railroads toward unified accounting eyed by ICC
Discussion notes that once railroads share a single accounting view, a railroad department and a cabinet Secretary of Rail Roads may follow. The text suggests the government is gradually preparing for this inevitable organizational shift.
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Interetate Commerce Commission
Railroad Department
Secretary of Railroads
Blame Shifts Over Klamath Lands Swindle
The Klamath Indians suffered from land exchanges and a military road land grant claim. The Portland Oregonian argues the land grant thieves and agents profited, while the government plans cash compensation of 471,000 dollars for lands historically taken. The piece blames the grant holders, not the Klamath, and laments delays in redress.
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Oregon
C. B. & Wood
Portland
Thor
Klamath Indianare Mild
Klamath Herald
The Right of the West in 1908 Republican Nomination
The Kansas City Star argues the west must name the 1908 Republican candidate, claiming southern and eastern blocs lack the votes to win. It asserts Taft as the western choice and notes Roosevelt’s potential to become a Democrat if those regions control the nomination.
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Taft
Theodore Roosevelt
Kansas City Star
Texas Railroads Enforce Stricter Anti-Pass Law
Railroads in Texas prepare to enforce a new anti pass statute effective today. Violations face a $5000 corporate fine. individuals issuing passes risk $2500 or up to $2000 and possible six months to two years in prison. Those entitled to passes who apply for one may face penalties ranging from $500 to $2000.
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Texas
NELIC OF DE SOTO Fort and Spanish roots near Aurora
Old Spanish Fort located about 10 miles northwest of Aurora Missouri holds historic value. Studies of De Soto and the fort’s site suggest it was built by the Spanish explorer over 200 years ago. Indian relics and bones indicate past battles on the grounds.
Missed a Feast At Montana Reservation Affair
An Indian Service officer in Washington on government business missed a reservation wedding in Montana after a chief invited him. Indians later described the feast with the quip Five dogs and plenty ple. The old adage about job hunting applies to both the hunter and the man who wears a position.
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Indian Office
Washington
Montana
Sam
Hotel Portland Oregon Offers Modern Turkish Bath
The Hotel Portland in Portland Oregon advertises American plan from 33 per day and up with rates for families and single gentlemen. Management invites visitors to see rooms and obtain prices and H C Bowers is listed as manager.
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George
Northwest
OFI
Portland
Oregon
H. C. Bowers
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