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Newspaper
Tillamook Herald
Location
Tillamook, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1913
Page
1
A report claims Fear eon Son, a major English contracting firm, secured a concession with Colombia to exploit natural resources. The package includes railways, docks, quays, and canals, potentially signaling an English answer to the Panama Canal issue amid American interest.
Idaho Senator Borah gains booster support as Republican leaders back his presidential bid in 1916. A luncheon by the Commercial Club in Boise features backers from Benatar Boral of Idaho and Col. League. New York Republicans push party reorganization to give states control over delegates.
Fifteen people were injured and one killed when a Great Northern overland train derailed near Mukilteo, south of Everett. The tender broke while the locomotive operated northbound No 4, causing the crash. Emergency crews responded to the scene.
A 1590 era court decision sets the limit on enforcing mechanics liens for carpenters and builders when a homestead is valued at 1100 or less. The ruling clarifies that liens cannot be forced if the homestead exemption has not been waived.
Spain may abstain from Panama Pacific exposition due to funds drained by the African conflict. The turkey trot is banned at the Philadelphia navy yard with discipline for violators. Odd Fellows lodge rejects a Hebekah branch proposal for a general assembly. Michigan copper miners strike arbitration proposals rejected by mine managers. New York City real estate assessment reaches 8.01 billion dollars, up 10 million from last year. Katinas City approves a night gardening course in a high school building. Lawrence Massachusetts chosen as next Herman’s Sons meeting site in San Francisco. J Von Rosenberg of La Grange Texas elected president. Mexican military court decides Madero and Soares deaths were not punishable crimes.
Governor William Sulzer faces impeachment trial after a high court ruling overrules a motion to dismiss. The body declares he is impeached and sets the stage for further proceedings amid a heated political clash.
Publication confusion in the Salton area involved Mrs Woodrow Wilson as entryman for a homestead. An error in first publication was found and corrected by the land office but again instructions were not followed, leading to cancellation of the home stead and subsequent petitions to regain possession through proper publication.
Frederick Winthroy Thayer dies inventor of baseball catchers masks. Joseph W Folk named solicitor for the state department. Maury F Diggs and FE Drew Caminetti will take slavery cases to the federal appeals court. A statue honoring former Governor John A Johnson of Minnesota was unveiled at St Peter. G A R encampment in Chattanooga elects Washington Gardner as commander. Miss Marie Peary engaged to marry Donald MacMillan. President Huerta orders Gen. Felix Diaz to return to Mexico at once.
Mayor orders all businesses closed at 6 pm in response to rioting between American and foreign miners. Company F of the miners national guard patrols Renton Alabama streets and cremation of citizens anywhere in the city is forbidden.
The Portland school board unanimously rejects the petition to read the Bible without comment in public schools. Ministers had proposed its adoption as part of the curriculum, but faced limited support and strong opposition.
Provisional President Huerta states he will be an anomaly as a government that does not favor any candidate. He asserts absolute impartiality and says precautions will prevent disturbances, including using the army if necessary to maintain peace and order during the upcoming presidential elections.
Porterhouse steak could exceed one dollar per pound in ten years if meat production in the United States does not rise. Gustav Bishchoff of St Louis president of the American Meat Packers association spoke at its final meeting in Chicago this week.
Secretary Bryan pledges to lecture when he pleases amid opposition from critics. The crowd in Jamestown, Virginia, welcomed him for his final lecture of the season with Sen. Burton and Gen. Miles on stage. Miles, rumored as a possible congress candidate, said he has not pursued the race but would serve if urged by the district.
In The Dalles a suave con man left town with 60 from locals and 20 prize horses held at a feed yard in Klickitat county Washington. He allegedly issued worthless checks to gain trust and secure deliveries, while officers say he never intended to buy the animals.
Staples of Portland offered a silver tea set to the exhibitor with the best equipped and neatest appearing herd of five Jersey cattle at the Oregon State fair from September 29 to October 4. The entry must include the herdman blankets and overall barn and show appearance. Indians Put on Show Falls City. John Williams and his Siletz band staged a vivid Indian show at Wagner hall with dances songs and acts portraying native life.
Sal Shulman trapped five bears in eight days on his property near Bay City less than a quarter mile from town center. Traps set in an orchard near the house led to the bears’ capture, marking a notable local record.
Washington report says President Wilson faces expected debate before a vote on the currency bill. Democratic majorities in both chambers back the plan, but Senate rules delay timetables, with many senators intending to speak delaying action beyond two months. Tariff concerns arise over potential retaliatory penalties as trade edges toward new relations negotiations. Alcohol regulation and denatured alcohol duty are also discussed, along with a Philippine slavery report supporting Worcester’s charges about forced sale practices.
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