Ballinger and Wilson clash over land policy in Taft era
Washington May 3 United States Secretaries Ballinger and Wilson clash over general land office policy. Ballinger resists withdrawals for national forest stations, while Wilson seeks executive action. Taft directed both to draft statements as aides push to determine policy and balance public wealth against corporate interests amid reform debates.
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Washington
General Land Office
Ballinger
Interior Department
Willa
Department of Agriculture
Taft
Pinchot
Wilson
Ike
Pres- Taft
Seere
Ston
Becrefe
North Dakota
Tahoe
Hailinger
Bultinger
Roncevelt
Conger
United States
Prevent
Weather forecast and condemnation action described
Showers tonight for Tuesday with moderate south winds. Condemnation proceedings filed by Everett and Cherry Valley Traction against Northwest Realty and Northern Pacific Railroad to obtain land for an electric line from Bend to Palle City.
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Everett & Cherry Vailey ‘Traction Company
Northwest Realty Company
Northern Pacifc Railroad Company
AO Electric
Bndhomigh
Palle City
Mrs Chapel Injured in Vancouver Auto Accident
Mrs J M Chapel was badly injured in a forward Vancouver British Columbia accident yesterday while posing for a photograph in Stamey Park. An out of control wagon collided with the car she occupied, throwing her several feet and causing severe shock and head injuries. Her husband and friends Mr and Mrs F L Stewart were present. the wrecked automobile suffered extensive damage.
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J. M. Chapel
Vancouver
B.C
FL Re Stewart
Stamey Park
Rome Way
What is Seattle going to do with her consumptives
A stark warning on tuberculosis in Seattle, arguing each death creates five future victims. It notes 218 deaths last year and imagines a widening spread across the city, with a call to action for Seattle to address the looming toll and protect residents. The piece stresses a grim, systemic view of illness amid a thriving metropolis.
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Seattle
Mayor Miller Faces Decision On Public Works Chairmanship
Mayor Miller remained undecided as the board meets tomorrow morning about appointing a temporary chairman for the board of public works. Superintendent Francis W. Grant is favored by some members to act until the mayor chooses a final appointee, with Bouillon’s term having expired. The board and mayor both weigh the best course as the timing of an annual appointment looms.
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Board OF Public Works
Miller
Francis W. Grant
Thomson, Maloney
Youngs
Douillon
Grant
Bouillon
Maylor Miller
Corset Saves Woman as Neighbor Stabbing Unfolds
In Morgan, Michigan, a knife attack between neighbors Mrs Cantrell and Mrs Burns ended with Joseph Hirne saved by a corset steel. Cantrell, accused, fled with her baby after purchase of a cow knife. Cantrell’s husband denies knowledge of her whereabouts. Deputy Kiel held Cantrell’s husband. meeting of Fremont W. CTU postponed due to a funeral.
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Joseph Hirne
Morgan Miu
Afar Lester
Alma Cantrel
Sam Klein
Symons
Thoreday
Cantrell
Spokane
Kiel
Shere
Oklahorne
Ble
Lone Young
Warte
Fremont
CTU
Aldrich Nails Down Tariff Bill A Peach
Senator Aldrich has secured enough votes to push the tariff bill. Major points include 1) 15 per cent duty on hides, 2) lumber tariffs aligned with the Dingley schedule, 3) 40 per cent duty on coal, 4) no inheritance or income tax, 5) an imitation tariff commission, and 6) an appraisal court for valuations. The Rhode Island senator claims the votes. theHouse may resist while consumers may object.
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Washington
Fenator Aldrich
Aldrich
Embezzlement Charge Filed Against Union Coal Official
An information filed by Leonard P. Bpear alleges HOC te Hanen secretary of Union Coal and Development company embezzled funds. It claims 825 was given on April 22 for crew meals and supplies, but was used for personal purchases. The accusation states Hanen misrepresented purchases and diverted company money.
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Hoc Te Hanen
Union Coal and Development Company
Leonard P. Bpear
Itte
de Hanen
See Penal
Hanon
Ald Purehope
Argument on Sullivan Block Case Wins In Court
The case centers on whether the Mercantile Investment Company must be party to the tender of the $66,000 mortgage on the Sullivan Block. James A. Murray’s attorney John Trumbull argued the move to tender was illegal and harmed his client and the Sullivan heirs. The morning session in Main Street Court focused on who is legally entitled to the mortgage proceeds and rights.
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Murray
Sullivan
Main’s Court
Trumbull
HSS Sees
SESE
Forest Fire Near Electron Plant Threatens Tacoma Power
A Saturday afternoon forest fire in the vicinity has grown to over 1,000 acres and, aided by strong winds, is racing toward the Electron power plant. About 200 firefighters are battling the blaze. If the plant burns, streetcar service and power could be cut to Tacoma, the White River valley, and Seattle, with fire suppression as the only option to stop the flames.
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My United Prewr Orting
Wash
Tacoma
Whi River Valley
Seattle
Fabters
Old Sol Doped Out To Win On Opening Day AYP E
Dope from Salisbury and local form judges predicts Old Sol will win the opening day event at the A Y P E grounds. Recent history shows Old Sol has appeared on June 1 for 18 straight years and is favored to beat Father Neptune by a mile, though past chocks show occasional post draws.
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Sol
Seattle
Neptune
Guye
Salisbury
Chocker Salisbury
Alaska
Supreme Court Upholds Hepburn Commodities Clause
The U S Supreme Court declares the Hepburn rate act commodities clause constitutional allowing restrictions on railroads owning coal interests to haul coal across state lines The ruling notes exemptions for Amber and its products and permits certain coal mine lines while requiring divestiture by those with coal holdings Justice White announced the decision with Justice Harlan concurring on findings, all justices in agreement on the result.
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Patted Freee
Washington
United States Supreme Court
Allte
Colombia
Justice White
Pennsylvania
Reading
Delaware and Lackawanna
Harlan
Slot gas meter bill set for council action tonight
The city council may take up a proposed ordinance to regulate or prohibit slot motor meters. Corporation Counsel Calhoun stated he has advised the committee of the legal authority to regulate these devices. The committee intends to forward the bill with his opinion to the council tonight.
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Concell
Corporations Committee
Calhoun
Biler
Tearing Down The Old City Mall
Workmen began demolishing the old city hall as plans to preserve historic timbers and memorabilia surface. The project raises debate over date records, street structures, and local history, with concern for keeping wood carvings and souvenirs tied to the building’s era.
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Old City
Walding
Mu Shea
Chlekon Coops
Sicipally
Carney & Nolan
Strtetore
Bold robber captured after furniture store hold up
A highwayman who robbed F Stern and staff at 1528 Secondary was arrested at 1 pm near 834 Lakeview Ave. He claimed the name Charles Heltsley, who said he hid the gun at his home and that he intended to recover a $25 furniture deposit. Detectives pursued from the Stern store to a Lakeview Ave residence.
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F. Stern
Lakeview Av
Ed Griffith
Gil Philbrick
Charles Heltsley
Stern
Heltsley
Helsley
Mr. Sterg
Agnes Laddington
John Myers
J Straten
Northridge
Lake Unilon
S14
Red Auto
Lakeviewavy
Garter
Highwayman
Exen
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M Garfield
Ethan Allen
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Permich
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Richard A. Ballinger
Interior
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Gwford Pinchot
Forestry Bureau
Chapel
F. W. Grant
Teel
Joseph Burns
Burns
Caotrells
Senate
Robs
Second Avenue
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