Long session opens as Congress eyes sweeping labor and rail measures
Washington reports a "long session" to extend into summer with a busy calendar. The House and Senate plan rapid action on appropriations, railway laws, labor unions exemptions, inter state commerce, waterways, oleomargarine tax, sugar trust probes, and new regulatory bodies. Debates between Speaker Cannon and insurgents loom as insurgent leaders prepare for battle. President Taft’s forthcoming message will push ten major proposals including interstate finance oversight and a railroad court.
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Well Known Man Is Jailed
William Ask was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Kenyon on advice from Sheriff Hodge of King County. The charge is not disclosed but a bad five dollar check is suspected. bail was not allowed and Seattle officers may arrive to take him. Ask, a former Seattle Commission House representative and Olympia store worker, sang at the Gem Theatre last night while under arrest.
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Seattle
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Gem Theatre
Alaska
Bastile
Change in Mail Service Adjusts Local Arrivals
Postmaster Hall reports a mail service change for the city. Fast mail No. 27 will stop for Seattle Spokane local No. 25, arriving 1 a. m. Eastbound No. 28 is replaced by Burlington No. 44 at 5:15 a. m. Northern Pacific trains from east and west ran about noon due to washouts. Mr and Mrs J H Auvil of Entiat are in the city today.
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Northern Pacific
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Entiat
Switchmen Strike Seen Partly Resolved Northwest
Reported that northwest switchmen strike appears broken with partial service resumes at Spokane and plans for full operation by tomorrow. Jud French returns to work, Leavenworth engine sent back, and state railroad commission considers forcing operation if settlement stalls. Business and freight interests press for resolution to avoid statewide disruption.
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Spokane
Jud French
Leavenworth
Thornhill Mooney to Open 300 Car Public Garage in Wenatchee
The Thornhill Mooney company has leased the old planing mill site near Wenatchee Produce to fit up a modern garage with capacity for 300 automobiles. The project aims to meet rising demand as cars become common in the Wenatchee valley. Also noted is the Methodist Brotherhood meeting set for Monday evening December 6 at 8 with L. V. Wells addressing and special music by the Brotherhood quartette under Prof. Brownell. refreshments will follow.
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Pace Elected Secretary and Manager of State Fair
At North Yakima the state fair board elected John W. Pace secretary and manager for the coming year. Pace previously ran attractions at Natatorium park in Spokane. The meeting also noted a probable recommendation for currency reform to be considered after the monetary commission report is finished.
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John W. Pace
Nattorium Park
Spokane
Monetary Commission
Here’s to Our Absent Brother illustrated song at Gem
Tonight at the Gem theatre an illustrated song titled Here’s to Our Absent Brother will be accompanied by a cornet soloist. The song reportedly was a big hit last night and is praised as one of the best shown at the local playhouse. Moving pictures are described as high class.
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Gem Theatre
Washington Weather Preview Snow Or Rain Tonight
Weather forecast for Washington calls for snow or rain tonight and Sunday, with continued cold temperatures and easterly winds shaping the weekend. The system may bring mixed precipitation and chilly conditions across the region.
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Debating Wenatchee and Sprague Highs Debate City Government Form
A Wenatchee high school team and Sprague high school team debated the Des Moines style city government at the Presbyterian church. Hallmarks of the debate included speakers Hartman and Marr for the affirmative and Brislawn for the negative, with discussion on representation and centralized power. Also noted was engineers Reginald Thomson and Alexander Stewart inspecting the Wenatchee bridge for the state highway commission and possible railroad considerations.
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Henry Hartman
Northwest
Portland
Seattle
Spokane
Tacoma
Mark Brislawn
Des Moines
General Strike Predicted Across Railroads
Chicago reports the Tribune predicts the nation faces a major railroad strike as thousands of operating employees may walk out unless a ten percent wage increase is granted. A December 15 wage conference is planned as both sides brace for a potential industrial battle.
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Wenatchee Promotion Leads At Chicago Exhibit
E M Elliott reports from Chicago on November 30 that he has given twelve stereoptican talks and pressed Wenatchee promotional efforts. He notes his exhibit is well located and drawing crowds while Wilmeroth endures heavy strain and worries about illness after the show.
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E. M. Elliott
Chicago
Wenatchee
Babe Found By Rail Traced To Seattle Passenger Case
A newborn baby found wrapped beside the Great Northern tracks near Scenic was taken to the Scenic hotel where the child is reported healthy. A German girl with a Seattle to New York ticket was arrested at Leavenworth after a passenger train search. The mother remains in Dr Hoxsey hospital. the father is in Spokane custody. E A Davis and J McClanagan were noted residents visiting the city.
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New York
Germany
State Floods Time in Bellingham Northwest Washington
In Bellingham and northwest Washington three days of isolation persist with only boat links. Railways suffer heavy losses, bridges washouts, and five miles of track vanish in Skagit county. LaConner floods devastate farmland, cattle drown, and stock losses top hundreds of thousands. One life lost, a farmer named Hyman.
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Rockport
Lyman
Hamilton
LaConner
Puget Sound
Seattle
Hyman
van Zandt
Here
Mrs H P Cassidy Leaves City for Seattle Residence
Mrs. H. P. Cassidy of this city departed on Thursday to reside in Seattle.
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H. P. Cassidy
Seattle
Wells Return From Waterville Visit
L. V. Wells and his wife came back from Waterville yesterday after spending several days there.
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L. V. Wells
Waterville
Chicago Market Quotes Renewed Far Backward Spread
Chicago spot buyers report close figures for December at 1.05 7 8 cents, May at 1.05 7 8, and July at 97 1 4 cents, reflecting a steady forward curve across the listed months.
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Grays Harbor Line to Rebuild After Major Damage
Hoquiam reports the Grays Harbor and Puget Sound Railway must rebuild its entire Rochester to Cosmopolis line after inspection. Estimated damage reaches 250000 dollars with roadbed, grading and bridges totaled, and locomotives shovels and tools sunk in the wreck, 500 men will be needed for the project.
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