Portland Judge Denies New Trial for Convicted Congressmen
Federal Judge Hunt denied the motion for a new trial for congressmen J. Ny Me Tawson and others. Tawson received months in prison and a $3 fine for conspiracy and perjury to obtain government funds. Marion E. F. Biges, once a U S commissioner, got 10 months and a $400 fine. Dr Van Geter, Williamson's partner in the cop business, received five months and a $00 fine. Execution stayed pending appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Oregon
Hunt
J. Ny
Marion EF. Biges
United States
Brineville
van Get
Police After Peeping Tom Reported in Town
Mrs BE Graves of 229 Harvard Avenue reports a prowler seen in front of her home between 9 and 10 am Saturday. Police received a complaint and a description but cannot determine if the man is a would be robber blackmailer or a romantic suitor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. ©. Graves
Harvard
Put Me off at Hartford Junction
A Hartford Junction merchant named R. W. Phillips was jailed for drunkenness after being detained by a detective and sent off on a train on a Saturday morning. He was picked up by Patrolman Melvin on October 11 after his wife reported his condition. he later vowed to be good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. W. Phillips
Phillips
Hartford Junction
Melvin
Roosevelt names Bernard and Rodey to govern New Mexico
In Washington October 14 Bernard and Rodey former territorial delegates for New Mexico were reported by the press to be slated by President Roosevelt for governorship. Rodey was said to seek re election. Andrews and Quay opposed their candidacy.
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Washington
Bernard & Rodey
Fourmerly
New Mexico
Roosevelt
William H. Andrews
Andrews
Mat Quay
Pennsylvania
custody ruling in Taggart child case at Wooster
Oct 14 A judge in Wooster Ohio leaves Elmore Taggart Jr in the custody of his mother in this city. Culver Taggart may travel with his barracks. The court notes arrangements remain under its control and could be adjusted at any time. Washington Oct 4 War department may intervene if Captain Taggart fails to act against Minor. Weather forecast calls for rain this afternoon and tonight with warm Sunday and fresh winds.
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Wooster
Ohio
Elmore
Taggart, Jr
Mother
Culver
Bors
Washington
Taggart
War Department
Eason
Fornt
Department
Ballard City Council Drafts Next Year Budget and Water Plan
The Ballard council discussed the annual expense budget totaling about 42 900 with 27 000 to be raised by a 12 mill tax. Receipts from other sources were estimated at 17 900 making total 45 000. Kean reported ample water supply even with population growth and noted timely delivery. A tax dispute over two lots sold for a grade assessment was referred for report. E B Cox invited officials to inspect the water source.
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Ballard
Kean
Special Water Committee
John McGregor
E. B. Cox
Second Ward Seeks Park Board Member Appointee
The Rainier Heights Improvement club backed direct primary reform and asked Mayor Ballinger to appoint a Second Ward park board member. A committee led by J. T. Ronald W Meyers and F. M. Muldoon was formed to press the request and denounce the existing appointment method.
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Rainier Heights
Ladies Auxiliary Fale Supports Jackson Regrade Fund
County clubmen pledge to pay their proportionate share for the Jackson regrade. The Ladies Auxiliary plans a four day fale at the Tempte de Hirsch in the Federal hotel Yuliding starting October 17 to fund the project. The group aims to ensure the effort is not in vain and that a successful fair follows prior successes.
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Jackson
Federal Hotel
Yuliding
Italian laborers’ strange kill of horse shocks Twin Falls
A party of Italian railroad workers in Twin Falls is reported to have killed a horse by placing a chemical impregnated to poison coyotes. Six workers are said to be dead while seven are seriously ill, prompting an investigation into the incident and its motives.
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Twin Falls
Deaton & Co Invests in Tidelands Lots
Deaton and company invested fifty six thousand dollars in tidelands lots on Friday, fueling further development in that land area. The property was purchased from the Large Colony Tideland Company.
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Sh If Deaton & Co
Wee
Learge Colline Tideland Company
Pacific Railway Company
King County Tidewater
Columbia River
Walla Walla County
Plac
H. J. Ramsey
George K. J
Seattle Tidelands
J. T. Woodes
Local Men Seek Coast Expert for Interstate Commerce Post
Assoneph W. Fifer of finais announces plans to resign from the interstate commerce mission and urges business groups and the Chamber of Commerce to back the appointment of a man with thorough knowledge of Washington and Oregon commercial interests. National assurances say a Pacific coast man will be chosen for the position.
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Assoneph W. Fifer
Finais
Interstate Commerce Mission
Chamber of Commerce
Washington
Oregon
Gatory
National Capitol
Seattle Union No 17 Set for Semi Monthly Meeting
Seattle union chapter will hold its first semi monthly meeting at Alki hall 1320 Second near Saturday evening prompt. Members urged by the president to answer roll call and attend. visiting members welcome. A progressive whist tournament with prizes for the winning lady and gentleman is planned.
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Seattle
Great Fair Closes In Grand Display
Portland crowds endure rain as Lewis and Clark exposition winds down with hourly features. Airship flights and farewell concerts mark the final day. At five the government building closes to the tune of the Star Spangled Banner and midnight signals the end proclaimed by President Goode.
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Airehip
Goode
W J Smiths Send Thanks for Kindness After Death
Mrs W J Smith and family express gratitude for sympathy from city friends and the American Association of Pilots after the death of Ahr Robertson infant. Union Ladies Auxiliary to Temple de Hired hosts event starting October 17 for four days at Federal Motel. Photos offered at Eggan and Ericson's Eistel Building in Pike area with contact by two phones.
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Mra
W. J. Smith
Capt
Deal Express
the Star
Byery Friends of
Toc American Association of Era and Pilots
Ahr. Robertson
Mra. Smith
Temple de Hired
Federal
Ara and Pine Mts
Eggan & Ericson
Hest
Jess
Eistel
2Nd
Pike
Heart Cure Promoted With Money Back Guarantee Ad
An 1870s style advertisement touts Dr Miles New Cure for a weakened heart and nerves. It promises restoration and vigor with a money back guarantee if the first bottle fails. The note references savings accounts and transfers to a Seattle bank, claiming 4 percent interest with semiannual compounding.
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Miles
Alice
Mysterious Profit Display Prompts Stockholders Dividends
A brief note reports an elaborate display at noon as the total surpassed two million and hints at $120,000 in dividends for stockholders. The fragmented line lacks clear names or places but suggests a corporate event with a celebratory show and financial payout.
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Italy
St. Nicholas
Stefanocont
Walla
C. Abeniacar
Naples
Second Ward
PAY Bros. Inc
Pike IT
Associated Press Service
Tomorrow’s Post
Ite
Seattle High School
Professa
Ramond
Meany
The
Nile
Peterson
Bernard Shaw
the Man OF Destiny
George Ade
Lilian Bell
New York
Chaffee
Uncle Sam
Guantanamo
Anthien
You Eterna
Pacific Hallway Avigation Company
Tillamook
Nehalem
Astoria
Southern Pacific
Hilleboro
Forest Grove
Ore
Northern Pacf
Scappoore
Bethel Presbyterian Church
Boston
Franklin
Hugh T. Mitchelmore
Allen
Invest
Rainier Boulevard
Lewis-Littlefield Co
McArthur Addition
Haller
Tel. Main
Bam
Recsad Ave
Pantages Theater
Cavings Bank
Maine
Bank OF
Beattle
Corner First
Yestler Way
Blaze Bank of
D. 8
Johnston
Chickering
Kimball
M. Cabe
Vocalion
Clough & Warren
Johnstonco
Chickering Dealers
Second Avenue
Burke Building
Century Furniture Company
Srcono Avenue
Spring Street
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ES FurerTuel CO
Furni
Ture
National Springs
ST. Louis World's Fair
Laclede
Hfe
Brown
DR. Brown
Arch &J
Philadelphia
Quaker Drug Co
Firat Avenue
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