Wireless rescue saves 200 aboard Western States on Lake Erie
A disabled 4000 ton passenger steamer Western States with 200 passengers and 136 crew was towed to Cleveland after a gale and engine room damage. A wireless operator relayed its position to an ore boat captain who diverted to assist, enabling a tow to port and triggering plans for further lake safety and regional infrastructure work.
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Lake Erie
Nugget
Cleveland
Detroit
Mich
Duluth
Lake Superior
Western States
Hess
Taft Plans Short Vacation After Silver Wedding
President Taft will take a brief one week trip with his family starting the day after his silver wedding celebration. The itinerary includes New York New Haven and Providence with return to Washington by Saturday.
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Washington
Taft
New York
New Haven
Providence
R. 1
President plans four day vacation amid heat in city
The president expects a four day absence for rest and travel as the family seeks a pleasant outing to escape the extreme heat gripping the city.
Scottish Rite Club Meeting At Masonic Temple Friday
Members of the Scottish Rite Club are asked to meet in the Masonic Temple Friday evening. Details mention business of importance and a gathering at Jung lie. Royal Fruit Co. offers fresh strawberries at the Crescent with room and board options.
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Jafet
Tam Het
Nor River
Scottish Rite Club
Masonic Temple
Jung Lie
At & Lock
Alaska Steamship bids for new Seattle to Cordova steamer
The Alaska Steamship Company seeks bids to build a passenger and freight steamer for the Seattle Cordova route. The vessel would cost about five hundred thousand dollars and reflect design differences from Atlantic liners. The plan aims for the company to own future ships rather than purchase from the market.
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Seattle
Alaska Steamship Company
Alaska Run
Cordova
Seand
Alaska
Seamen's Strike Fails to Halt Shipping Efforts
London reports a near crippling strike that threatened ships for a day. Companies now report ample crews and returning seamen, ending the disruption as workers resume tasks and boats head to sea. The revival of crews reduces the strike's impact on Atlantic routes.
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London
New York
United States Smelting plans major Puget Sound refinery
Seattle reports the United States Smelting Company votes to fund a large Puget Sound smelter site with deep harbor access and rail and water terminals. Aimed at Alaska trade, engineers will survey land suitable for a major commercial operation away from cities to minimize fumes damage.
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Seattle
United 'States Smelting Company
Puget Sound
Kansas City Grabs Another Convention
Kansas City will host the National Conservator Congress on September 25 with speakers including Hon. Mr. Pinchot. The city gains a reputation as an ideal convention hub due to central location strong rail links and ample hotel capacity for large crowds.
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Montara
Hobson Creek
Santa Chira
Grind Central
Graeler
Nugget
Kansas City
National Conservator Congress
Pinchot
Democrats Get Busy At Harrisburg Meeting
A large Democratic gathering drew hundreds to a park in Harrisburg for speeches by Champ Clark and Governor Wilson of New Jersey. Both leaders drew strong ovations amid expectations they could be the party’s presidential nominees.
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Harrisburg
Champ Clark
Wilson
New Jersey
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Victoria
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Alaska Steamship Cong
Nome
Moran Brothers Ship Builders
Alora Company
Nugget’s
Mme. Thiry
Steadman Avenue
Seward Com's
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