Vicious fight over land plot and political aid claims
The report centers on accusations involving a land grab scheme in New Mexico tied to land seizure and dummy entries. Burke claims key figures including Sherman and Democratic leaders offered him a liberal VP deal to reveal the plot. A separate item notes Norman Lichty selling his drug company stake after investigating mind over ailment claims.
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Democratic
Burke
Colorado
Thomas M. Patterson
Sherman
de Ge
New Mexico
Des Moines
Norman Lichty
Norman Lichty Manufacturing Co
Iowa
Middle West
Taft greeted by early risers at Grand Central station
Taft is met by a large crowd of commuters at New York Grand Central as Connecticut supporters arrive to hear him. He speaks clearly, receiving cheers, while Republicans accompanying him plan a campaign presence to deter possible disruptions.
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United Press
Yonk . N. Y
Taft
Grand Central Station
New York
Connecticut
Swiftwater Bill's Affairs Clean Amid Bankruptcy Claims
Local reports allege Swiftwater Bill and Gates face two years of unresolved affairs and potential bankruptcy. A hospital case involves Dave Collier, saved from a fatal roller accident at Fidalgo plant. doctors fear amputation.
Telephone link opens between city and Portland
United Press reports that at 3 PM an ambitious connection of the Home Telephone line between this city and Portland was completed. Mayor Linck picked up the receiver in his office and phoned Portland’s mayor to extend congratulations on the new service linking the two cities.
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Hodge
King County
United Press
Home
Portland
Linck
Councilmen Sought For Opinion On Telephone Exchange
At a city meeting the board of public works directed its secretary to invite council members to confer on the retaliation between two telephone exchanges in the new municipal building. The board favors installing an independent exchange and Sunset main lines, while some council members advocate a dual exchange system and will share views.
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Board of Public Works
Ranchiee
Norths in Seattle Divorce Case Over Desertion
Kate F North sues William 8 North in Okanogan county court alleging desertion after she left home to Seattle with their two children in June. The 1898 Nebraska marriage is cited. Husband filed for divorce in August and sought custody of the children.
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Kate F. North
William 8
Pardee Sues Railroad for 1809 Damages Over Detention
Robert Pardee filed a superior court complaint against Chicago & Northwestern Railway seeking 1809.18 dollars after being removed from a Great Northern train. He had bought a Seattle to Chicago round trip with a 90 day return limit, purchased August 6, 1908, and says he was put off the train at Edwell, Washington on October 23.
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Great Northern
Robert Pardee
Chicago & Northwestern Railroad
Superior Court
Pardee
Seattle
Chicago
Edwell
Wash
Court seeks annulment of Cole marriage in Montana
A complaint filed in the superior court requests an annulment of John N. Cole and Rosetta Cole’s marriage. It asserts they wed July 4, 1907 in Silver Bow Montana, while Rosetta was recently divorced and had disobeyed court orders delaying remarriage pending an appeal. Chehalis Institute opens in Lewis County for a five day session with strong turnout.
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John N. Cole
Rosetta Cole
Silver Bow
Mont
Ed Cudihee Compares Bob Hodge to a Model Sheriff
Former Sheriff Edward Cudihee lauds Bob Hodge as a first class officer and seeks to promote him as sheriff after detailing Hodge’s impartial law enforcement at Black Diamond. Cudihee notes Hodge’s flawless six month record, early deputy appointment, and the community backing that funded his salary increase.
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Hodge
Edward Cudihee
Bob Hodge
Cudihee
Black Dt
Dob Hodge
Black Diamond
Bryan Addresses Night Workers in City Hall Park
W J Bryan spoke to several thousand night workers at City Hall Park at four in the morning, fielding labor platform points and injunction issues after a Madison Square Garden rally the night before. He later spoke to Broadway business leaders and Brooklyn labor groups before a rain soaked day of travel and speeches.
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United Press
New York
Wm. J. Bryan
City Hall Park
Hryan
City Hall
Hiryan
Madison Square Garden
Firyan
Broadway
Order of Acorns
Brooklyn
W. J. Bryan
Oval
Garden
Mr. Bryan
Democratic Club
Hamilton Fish Park
Cooper Union
Palm Garden
68Th St
Thirday
Bryan
Democratic Party
Eeery Island
Honolulu to Have Mayor in Incorporated City
Honolulu will become an incorporated municipality after the election with a mayor and a board of aldermen. The change introduces a new civic structure including an incidental American entity, addressing political machines and civic problems.
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Honolulu
City Saloons Face Window Rules on Sundays
Bellingham officials discuss a proposed ordinance requiring saloons to have doors and windows arranged so that the bar room is visible on Sundays and other mandated closing days. The measure aims to ensure visibility into saloon interiors during restricted hours.
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Bellingham
Cannon Fate in Ballots as Danville Votes
United Press reports Danville voters battle over whether Joseph G Cannon will return to the House or retire. The race splits supporters who call him Honest Uncle Joe and opponents who label him czar and monopoly ally.
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United Press
Panvithar
America
Danville
Jos. G. Cannon
House of Representatives
Cannon
Joe
American Federation of Labor
Paledy
Congress
State Party Chairman Allen Weds Hayes Controversy Fallout
Coln Neb Oct 27 State Party Chairman Allen brother in law of Wm J Bryan wed to Washington charges politics partisanship Postmaster John H K Hayes Norfolk Neb Allen declares Hayes has been withholding Herman Ridders paper Stasta Zeitung from subaction the arbitrary claim that the Were campaign documents demands that Hayes be re
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Coln
Neb
Lestic
Allen
Wm. J. Bryan
Washington
John HK. Hayes
Norfolk
Hayes
Herman Ridders
Stasta Zeitung
Star Theatre Reopens After City Inspection
Local authorities inspected amusement venues and ordered alterations. The Star Theatre closed briefly for changes but reopened this afternoon for regular matinee showing.
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Star Theatre
Mayors Miller and Lane Discuss New Long Distance Line
In a staged scene Mayor John F. Miller of Seattle and Mayor Harry Lane of Portland chat by telephone about city issues. The mock call ends with the formal opening of the Independent telephone line between Seattle and Portland.
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Miller
Lane
Harry
Portland
John
Seattle
John F. Miller
Harry Lane
Brutal husband sentenced to 63 days on chain gang
Marcus Hanson laborer thrust burning newspapers at his wife on October 19 at the Frisco house First avenue and Cedar street. Police Judge John B Gordon ordered 63 days on the chain gang after neighbors intervened. Prospective abuse cited as reason. Hanson admitted drinking. prior child neglect records noted.
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Marcus Hanson
Frisco House
First Av
Cedar Sr
John B. Gordon
Hanson
al Ryan
Nellie Anderson
Gordon
Seattle
Washington
Sensational letter tied to Hains murder case at Flushing
In New York on October 27 the defense for Capt. Peter C. Hains and T Jenkins Hains disclosed a letter said to be written by Mrs Claudia Hains to William B Annie. The missive implies possible improper relations and may affect the murder trial. Capt Hains pleaded not guilty as did T Jenkins Hains. Justice Garretson denied a motion for demurrer.
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New York
Supreme Court
Flushing
L. L
John F. McIntyre
Peter C. Hains
T. Jenkins Hains
Wm. B. Annie
Claudia Hains
Wm. BE. Annie
Billy
Peter
Boston
Claudia
Annis
Remains of Unidentified Man Recovered Near Riverton
The body of a middle aged man found near Riverton Sunday by Dunlap school janitor B C Gibson was brought to Seattle by Deputy Coroner J H Drummey. The remains lay in the woods about two years and a bullet was found. death method unknown. Steamers Watson and Olson & Mahoney reported arrival in San Francisco this morning.
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Riverton
B. C. Gibson
Dunlap
Seattle
J. H. Drummey
Watson
Olson & Mahoney
San Francisco
Advertising bids rejected by board for upcoming year
The board of public works rejected all bids for official advertising for the coming year and will seek new bids, likely opened November 14. All bidders except the Bulletin withdrew their checks due to a legal controversy over prior bids. The Steamer Humboldt will run to Southeastern Alaska this winter.
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Board of Public Works
Bulletin
Humboldt
Alaska
Clearings Today Account Totals Recounted
Bank data shows clearings today with balances totaling 1 742 819 64 dollars and sub balances of 262 043 06 766 770 00 and 47172 00. An additional line lists 1 123 099 00 and 228 364 00.
Alaska steamer Victoria towed out into the stream
The Victoria was towed into the stream this morning and an official said it will remain there until next season. The note implies a perilous situation as the vessel is left in the water awaiting conditions or activity to change.
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Alaska
Victoria
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