Mayor Johnson Advocates Low Fares in Municipal Ownership
Cleveland mayor Tom L Johnson argues a one-cent streetcar fare is feasible and supports municipal ownership to solve street railway monopolies. He cites his industry experience and cites Cleveland examples as proof, noting impending franchise expirations could push low fares in Ohio cities like Seattle.
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Seattle
Tom L. Johnson
Cleveland
W. B. Gongwer
Johnson
John B. Mumphreys
Dusinessa
Tal
Ohio
City moves to shut Frye Packing from stockyard district
Health and sanitation officials voted to repeal the ordinance permitting Frye Packing and James Henry plant to remain in slaughter house limits. If approved by the council the move would relocate the plants to a new district, easing Beacon Hill odor and improving nearby property values.
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van Calhoun
Frye Packing Company
James Henry
Beacon Hill
Frye
Calhoun
Charles H. Frye
Hhe
Grant Street
Northern Pacific seeks two tracks on Spokane Avenue to West Seattle
City records reveal a plan by the Northern Pacific to lay two rail lines on Spokane Avenue, a main route to West Seattle, despite opposition from Seattle Electric and local developers. The matter, before the corporations committee, questions the street’s use as a roadway and raises doubts about NP’s chances for even a single cross-bay track.
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Scott
West Seattle
Corporations Committee
Northern Pacific Railway
Spokane Avenue
Seattle Electric Company
Mesers
Moore
Gilman
Northern Pacific
Bay
Flour Bath and Frying Pan Rescue Threaten Lake Crafts
A fragmented report notes people facing peril as efforts fail to save themselves from a flour bath and roasting in a frying pan. It states that all crafts and rafts on the lake have been bought, leased, stolen, or rented, and a rush ensues.
Plans for Monte Carlo like gambling resort near Milwaukee
Plans for a large Monte Carlo style gambling paradise to attract Lewis and Clark fair visitors are under way just over Multnomah county line in Milwaukee. Isaac Grat tan of Portland bought the Church tract and a club house is planned.
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Portland
Milwaukee
Multnomah
Isaac Grattan
Church
Robber Caught After Chase on Belmont and Pike
Joe Thorman, a thief, was seized by Workingmen after a block chase near Belmont avenue and Pike street. He had stuffed a stolen watch and carried a purse of money. J. B. Reckart and Tom Hogart restrained him until City Detective Adams and Patrolman Carleton arrived to take him to jail.
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Joe Thorman
Belmont Avenue
Pike Street
J. B. Reckart
Tom Hogart
Adams
Carleton
Lake Creen To Open For Trout Fishing
Followers of Jenac Walton celebrate news of Creen Lake opening for trout fishing on July 1. Warden Rief announced the lake will be open after three years of closure and ongoing enforcement to protect the waters and anglers.
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Jenac Walton
Creen Lake
Rief
Etérn
Oml
Rtn
Tre
Barber and Porter Thomas Faces Fresh Robbery Charge
Police intend to place formal charges against Thomas who claims to be a barber and porter. Detectives believe he is the man linked to a spree of robberies targeting workingmen at their jobs, causing ongoing worry among authorities.
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Thomas
Westby Duped by Stranger Overwork Scam at Depot
Ole Westby of 2012 Sixth Avenue waited an hour for his employer in Union depot who promised work in a Bellingham grocery store. The man said he needed $10 to cover a draft, borrowed from Westby, and vanished. Police seek to locate the scammer as furniture and goods go on sale Saturday.
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Bellingham
Ole Westby
Sixth Avenue
Westby
Union Depot
Northern Pacific Announces Lewis and Clark Fair Rates
Special rail fares from points west of Wallace and Hope to the Lewis and Clark fair in Portland include one and one third the usual round trip fare with a group rate for ten or more travelers. Excursion options feature 30 day stopovers during summer events.
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L A. Nadeau
Northern Pacific
St. Paul
Portland
Wallace and Hope
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