Washington Gets New Capitol Built for Olympia
The state plans a grand capitol complex in Olympia as Uncle Sam funds construction. The project, costing about eight million dollars, will feature a central temple and grand towers with Mount Rainier visible to the south. The land grant and timber value from earlier years underpin the funding, reflecting Washington’s journey to statehood and growth.
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Olympia's Capitol Growth and City Pride Rise
Olympia nears completion of the eight hundred thousand dollar Temple of Justice as plans unfold for two approaches and a winged expansion. The city embraces rapid tidelands development, port facilitation, and a growing commerce network while aiming to project a state capital image.
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Manchu Prince Changmong Aims to Help China Through Industry
A Manchu prince, Changmong Siay Leo, arrived in the United States to study American business and living methods. He plans to return to China to organize society, educate the people, and build modern factories and farms, teaching work and self-sufficiency. He credits the flood experience for his empathy and dedication to uplift his people.
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Easiet
Changwang Han
Fir Dimaelf
Ching
Noel
Chang Mong
Maolfiah
Changmong Gu
China and England Clash Over Opium Treaty
A Chicago physician recalls a missing watch incident linked to a man bumped at a table during supper. The opium treaty dispute involves Sir John Jordan and argues over guaranteed sale and import of Indian opium, with Britain pressing China to permit opium by English merchants while China enforces anti opium measures. The clash centers on treaty interpretations and future commerce.
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Peel
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