Lister Defends Right to Fire and Appointments
Gov. Lister answers former Regent Higgins about removal powers and recalls. He argues voters may recall elected officials and questions appointee removal. The governor outlines a new university board to include four Republicans and three Democrats with John A. Rea remaining from Hay’s board. Prof Henry Landes becomes temporary university president and Kane’s staff remains tied to the campus through August 1.
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Henry Landes
Willamette Hold-Up Foiled by Captain in Sea Steamer
In a thwarted robbery off Redondo, Captain Charles Renner of the Willamette wrestled with a gunman, knocked the revolver away, and restrained the assailant until restraint. A second armed man and a nearby launch were involved, with $2,000 in the cabin safe. The ship was en route from Los Angeles to Seattle and due in San Francisco.
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Renner
C. R. Me.Cormick
Work halted as iron workers strike halts Indianapolis skyscraper projects
In Indianapolis, a nationwide iron workers strike pauses construction on several tall buildings. Union business agent Basey says four contractors broke the union agreement, affecting about 250 workers as conference talks are hoped to lead to a settlement within days.
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Indianapolis
Basey
Bryan to push $950000 for twin ways at Bremerton Navy Yard
Washington Jan 2 Congressman W J Bryan will introduce in the house a bill appropriating 950000 for the construction of twin ways and the purchase of equipment for vessel construction at the Bremerton navy yard It is understood Secretary of the Navy Daniels favors the proposed improvement.
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Alaska Bureau
Seattle Chamber of Commerce
J. J. McPherson
Bureau
Alaska
Senate
Congress
Washington, Jan
WJ. Bryan
Hremerton Navy Yard
Nyack
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Rosalie Jones
Albany
Belgian police dog guards New York girl on Fifth Avenue
Miss Fisher walks Fifth Avenue guarded by a Belgian police dog noted for uncanny intelligence. The dog serves as a body guard reflecting a trend set by Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt Jr. in society circles.
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Fifth Av
New York
Miss Fisher
William K. Vanderbilt, Jr
Snow Haltes Jobs Parade Plan in Chicago
In Chicago on January 2 a continuing snowfall left thousands unemployed and stalled plans for a city hall protest march for work. A meeting of W. W. leaders was expected to be convened on Sunday to organize further action.
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Chicago
W. W. Leadera
U S Prospects at Shushanna Highlight Alaska Gold Region
The 1913 U S geological survey notes limited prospecting in Shushanna due to inaccessibility but calls for attention. It estimates district output at 40000 to 70000 dollars with discoveries in a five to eight square mile area. Gravels are shallow and many claims sit above timber line with scarce water. Deeper lower altitude gravels remain only intermittently prospected.
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United States Geological Survey
Shushanna District
Alaska
Enya
Y M C A Open House Draws Thousands in Seattle
Five thousand people toured the Y M C A building during the annual New Year open house. Visitors enjoyed a street fair in the gymnasium and midway in the boys department with penny sideshows and exhibits on the educational and employment efforts for men and boys. Aquatic displays in the swimming tank and athletic stands on gym apparatus highlighted additional features.
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Seattle
Turner Won’t Attend Jackson Day Dinner
In a Washington letter former Senator Turner says he cannot attend the Jackson day dinner. Mayor Cotterll and Hugh Todd, other Democratic candidates, will be present with bells. Gov. Lister will also attend.
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Turner
Washington
Cotterll
Hugh Todd
Lister
Lincoln pioneer Benton dies at 91 former university chancellor
Allen Richardson Benton longtime University of Nebraska first chancellor died yesterday at age 91. The obituary notes his leadership shaping the university and his lasting impact on Nebraska education.
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Lincoln
Allen Richardson Benton
University of Nebraska
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