Initiative and Referendum Debate in Idaho Senate
A letter from A. R. Shumway discusses democracy versus republic forms, urging support for initiative and referendum. It notes Idaho’s lack of these tools, criticizes pay raises for county officers, and cites Umatilla County legislators supporting salary increases and House Bill 284 allowing counties to fix salaries.
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Umatua County
Burgess
Barrett
Mann
Peterson and Mahoney
McKinney
Mahoney
Peterson
A. R. Shumway
Doubt Died Long Since to Leave Him Sure
Irreducible tribute notes the passing of a respected, loved figure praised for his character and integrity. Friends recall his steady presence and the enduring impact of his kindness on community life.
Boise Notes on Initiative and Referendum Ruling
A Boise editorial critiques the U S Supreme Court for not ruling on Oregon’s initiative and referendum. It argues the court avoided political questions, leaving the power to legislatures, and warns such devices threaten republican government by inviting special interests and political maneuvering.
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Boise
Supreme Court
Supreme Court of the United States
Oregon
United States
Roosevelt Returns to Politics in Napoleon's Shadow
The piece notes renewed interest in Roosevelt entering politics, drawing a parallel to Napoleon. It mentions the colonel’s acceptance of another nomination on the 97th anniversary of Napoleon’s Elba escape. The Republican convention is set for June 18, anniversary of Waterloo, suggesting superstition around dates.
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Roosevelt
Napoleon
Elba
Waterloo
Room for Improvement in Local Government
A. R. Shumway of the farmers union criticizes state salary control for county offices and urges counties to regulate themselves. He supports replacing the practice of electing a local man to supervise county schools with a merit fit for the job, arguing the current system harms efficiency.
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Farmers Union
Shumway
Umatilla
Pendleton Seeks Lower Paving Prices From Rock Firm
A Pendleton report urges a local paving firm to match Portland rates noting abundant local rock and existing plant. The argument says Warren should lower its price or a Portland rival may enter the field, as Pendleton has substantial paying work and property owners deserve reasonable pricing.
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Pendleton
Portland
Warren Company
Salary raises for county officials discussed by the people
In the last legislature twenty seven bills sought higher pay for county officers across thirty four counties and all passed, nearly unanimously. Two bills to redefine county salary powers failed, while efforts to let counties regulate salaries also failed. The piece argues counties should set their own officer pay, noting local hiring and influence over legislators.
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Senate
House
Giants of the Great Seas Lengths of future ships to reshape canals
Philadelphia begins the international navigation congress with experts forecasting future seacraft sizes. Engineers Leemans and Cortell project 70 000 to 100 000 ton leviathans, 1500 feet long, 160 feet wide, over fifty feet draft. Panama Suez Kaisers will be evaluated as locks and canals expand amid costly projects.
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International Congress of Navigation
Philadelphia
C. Leemans
Amsterdam
North Atlantic
Europe
North America
Mr. Leemans
F. J. Cortell
New York
Panama Canal
General Naval Boat
United States
Consulting Board and Canal Commission
Kaiser Wilhelm Canal
Suez Canal
Herr von Thierry
Berlin
International Technical Commission
New York Herald
Swift Specific: Cure for Catarrh Claimed by Blood Remedy
The advertisement describes catarrh as a blood disease inflaming mucous membranes and causing headaches, nasal congestion, throat irritation, and weakness. It promotes S. S. S. as a blood purifier that reaches the circulation, heals inflamed membranes, eliminates catarrh causes, and builds health, with a free book offered by The Swift Specific Co. Atlanta GA.
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S. S
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta, GA
Dodgin Becomes New Manager Reads As Co worker Comically
A workman reading in the shed is confronted by Dodgin who declares himself new manager. The two exchange puzzled smiles with Dodgin inviting the man to come in and share a smoke as they reconcile their roles.
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Dodgin
Bay horse colt strayed from Capt. Kid's pasture
A three year old bay horse colt heavy and blocky bull branded R L on left shoulder with a star in the face and white hind foot strayed from Capt Kid's pasture along McKay Creek near Pendleton. Alfred Laing offers reward and delivery to Tele phone Feed Barn Pendleton.
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Pendleton
Kid
McKay Creek
Alfred Laing
Toledo Mayor Comments On Trust Magnate And Slurs
Mayor Brand Whitlock of Toledo, who declined a $500 raise, denounces a trust magnate with a “bad name.” He claims the man cannot secure a square deal, likening him to a mocked figure from fiction as a workman at the concern is seen slipping away to a shed around two in the afternoon.
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Brand Whitlock
Toledo
Washington Star
Laweult
Dodgin
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Eothereet
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United Press Association
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America
Ple
Idaho
Heyburn
United States Senate
Nee
Malin
William Dean Howells
Altruria
E. Kiser
Hostetter
Shomway
Giants OF the Great Seas
IHS
Crab Creek Lumber Co
Oscar Mahler
Koeppen’s
Our
Atore
Tallman
Dale Rothwell
Optometrist
Wm. Hanscom
Hanscom’s
Gas
la Fontaine
Main Street
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