Reid tax commission bill passes the Washington House
The tax commission bill introduced by Reid of Pierce passed the Washington House by 75 ayes to 1 nays with 14 absent. It differs from the Easterday bill by creating a governor appointed commission with $3000 salaries and strong publicity, plus two clerks at up to 75 dollars a month. Reid presided as chair during the vote.
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HOUSE
Reid Tax Commission
State Board of Equalization
Reid
Oil Testing Sparks Graft Talk and Fee Plan Debate
Reporters describe graft concerns as discussions turn to oil testing and a proposed fee basis for the Ol inspector. Tests by Standard authorities on lighting oils used in Oregon and state labs reveal results and possible price impacts. State officials plan future oil sampling to compare quality and costs amid testimony before the joint Mines committee.
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Blanchard Oil
McDonald
Hughes proposes division creating Coulee County
In Olympia on February 7 Hughes of Douglas introduced a bill to split Douglas into Douglas and Coulee counties. The new county would assume a fair share of debt. The plan arises from a compromise, attaching Coyle to Chelan Douglas Okanogan and Ferry districts for judicial matters and representation in the First Senate district and Fifty-seventh House district.
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Douglas County
Coulee
Hughes
Coyle
Chelan
Douglas
Okanogan
Ferry
Direct Primary Bill Introduced In Olympia
A sweeping direct primary bill was introduced in both chambers in Olympia. It envisions primary elections for state, county, and municipal offices and for United States senators by direct vote, with petition thresholds set at 1 percent for U S Senator, 2 percent for Congress, and 6 percent for state and local offices.
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House
Senate
United States
Frank KB. Rowerts
Senate rejects move to reconsider capital removal vote
In Olympia on February 7 the senate refused to reconsider last Thursday’s Baker bill to submit the capital removal question to the people by a 23 to 12 vote. Seven members were absent. Senator Rath urged reconsideration citing his Thurston county. Senator Moore of King supported the motion.
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Olympia
Senate
Baker
Rath
Thurston
Moore
King
Irrigation Committee Plans Meeting on Federal Bill
Olympia February 7 The irrigation committee will meet tonight to discuss the irrigation bill drafted by experts from the federal reclamation bureau. Once adopted by the committee the bill will be sent to the secretary of the interior for government approval.
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Olympia
Committee On Irrigation
Federal Reclamation Bureau
Secretary of the Interior
West Coast Tanning Plant Under Construction Near Ballard
Ground cleared for a large West Coast Tanning Company plant behind Washington Food in Ballard. Lumber hauled from a nearby mill, modern machinery to be installed. Building to be finished and running by June first. Tonight the council considers approving a city packing house project.
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Washington Food Company
West Coast Tanning Company
Hyomel Claims Cure for Catarrh by Breath Inhaler
The Quaker Drug Co guarantees Hyomel will cure catarrh of the nose throat and lungs without stomach dosing. A complete Hyomei outfit costs $1 with extra bottles 50c, delivered via a pocket inhaler that delivers healing air to the airways. If no relief is provided the purchase price is refunded.
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Quaker Drug CO
Packing house permit sparks council clash over canal waste
A council debate focuses on a proposed packing house to be built in Mr Witt's district. Some councilors back the project while opponents fear government opposition and canal sewerage issues. A Friday social by the Brotherhood of American Yeomen at Fraternal Hall is also noted as winter outreach.
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Brotherhood of Amerian Yeoman
Engineer Surrenders Over Tugboat Assault Case
G M Landerkin an engineer on the tug Juneau surrendered to officers yesterday and is jailed on 600 bond. The assault allegedly occurred on the tugboat where he was chief engineer after luring Ellen Baskett to the Galbraith Bacon dock with a promise to return belongings. Baskett, 15, is the daughter of her parents and Landerkin, 35, had previously eloped with her in a separate incident in The Dalles and Portland双方.
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G. M. Landerkin
Juneau
Ellen Baskett
Landerkin
Airte
Haskett
Mackintosh
Galbraith-Bacon
Dalles
Ore
Portland
Landerfkin
Reception to Senator-Elect Samuel H. Piles
Voters of the Second ward plan a reception for United States Senator-elect Samuel H. Piles at Fraternal hall 2606 Jackson Street on Friday evening February 19. Piles cannot attend the event.
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Second Ward
United States
Samuel H. Piles
Fraternal Hall
Jackson Street
Piles
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claims Cure
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a kidneys liver and bladder cure with testimonials including Lt Richardson. It promises relief for frequent urination backache and other symptoms and offers free sample bottles via The Seattle Daily Star.
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Bright
Swamp Root
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Seattle
Btar
Committee Meeting Postponed To Next Friday
A meeting scheduled for last Friday was postponed to the next Friday. Invitations may be obtained from any committee member. The in charge committee includes H. L. Jaffe Otto A. Case Col G Q Darrow Ivan L Hyland Ben B Williams Homer M Hill F B Winchall H Behrens Alex Anderson BK A J B Johnson and P L Al
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H. L. Jaffe
Otto A. Case
Col. G. Q. Darrow
Ivan L. Hyland
Ben B. Williams
Homer M. Hill
Shaw Moves Drug Store To New Corner Location
A local merchant Mr KE M Shaw moved his drug store from Madison street to 1218 Second avenue, reopening Wednesday morning after a one night move. The operation involved packing and relocating many bottles and fragile items, signaling a major logistical effort for the neighborhood shopping hub. The Crescent Loan Co advertises immediate cash loans for clerks and salaried workers in Seattle, with no upfront fees and flexible terms.
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KE. M. Shaw
Shaw
Second Avenue
Madison Street
James Street
Arment
Madisoner
Seattle
Walt
Crescent Loan Co
Marion Bidg
Eee
Turkey orders 80 guns for Dardanelles defense
A special to the Post reports Turkey has ordered 20 batteries of field artillery and 60 guns to be placed in position for the defense of the Dardanelles. The move aims to strengthen the straits against Russian warship incursions.
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Turkey
Dardanelles
Train wreck injures three dozen from excursion
A Scripps News report from Mexico City says a train carrying 300 excursionists from a conductor picnic fell six feet into a ditch, injuring 23 people with many seriously hurt.
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Mexico City
Popocatepella Peak
Grip Pains Describe La Grippe Relief By Rest
The excerpt describes severe grip pains as highly distressing and indescribable yet states relief can come quickly by taking a remedy. It emphasizes the misery of flu symptoms and suggests a fast-acting relief method.
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Advertised as Greatest Remedy
Portage Michigan resident Adel ia Lane shares experience with Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills claiming rapid pain relief from grippe pains and neck swelling. The ad promises a refund from your druggist if the pills fail to help with a first package. Dollar pricing noted with a 6 dose tally.
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Miles
Adelia Lane
Portage
Mich
De Pachmann Coming to Seattle Grand
As the date for De Pachmanns appearance in Seattle approaches interest in the gifted pianist grows keener and musicians expect an exceptionally fine engagement February 16 at the Grand. His reputation for marvelous playing promises to delight even skeptics who doubt the piano as the world’s finest instrument.
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de Pachmann
Seattle
Beveridge Concludes Debate on Oklahoma and New Mexico Split
Senator Beveridge closed the day long debate on making two states from Oklahoma and Indian Territory and New Mexico and Arizona. Foraker had urged removing Arizona and New Mexico from the plan. Beveridge defended the bill as presented, arguing for two states from the four territories and noting similar topography and geography between Arizona and New Mexico.
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Washington, D. C
Beveridge
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
New Mexico
Arizona
Foraker
Senator Seeks to End Boundary Between Territories
The speaker argued Congress may abolish the boundary set when the territories were created while Senator Alger counters that a pledge of perpetual autonomy bars unification. The clash centers on territorial union and constitutional authority.
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Congress
Alger
Palace Burned at Altenburg Grand Duke’s Residence
Fire swept the palace of Grand Duke Ernest of Saxon Altenburg in Altenburg last night destroying many valuable pieces of art manuscripts and other treasures.
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Berlin
Ernest of Saxon
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