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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1908
Page
2
In a Washington column, editors compare McBride veto of the local option bill to selling a fat dog with slim prospects. The piece argues old politicians resist the direct primary law, preferring conventions and trades, while noting the law’s constitutionality and the fate of manipulators after the first primary.
The piece argues King county Republicans will reject pre election deals and back direct primary reform. It notes Senator Piles and the Seattle business group face voter skepticism if they rely on past agreements. It also discusses George Stevenson’s fading influence and ties to Mead’s rivals.
County Superintendent E C Bowersox announced a state meeting of county superintendents will be held at Lakeside on September 15 16 and 7. Some superintendents have visited the region and others urged that the meeting be held here. The item references local officials and regional logistics.
C G Hall asked the city council for a permit to build a two story brick block on Mission street adjoining the current structure. The 24 by 85 foot brick building was described, with officials noting the timing amid condemnation suit activity as favorable for Mission street improvement and regrade of Wenatchee avenue mentioned by council members.
The Milwaukee Land Company will auction five new towns in Spokane Washington May 25 to 27. Eaburg Pandora Inova Palisade Malden form the lot with Malden as a division point and a hotel under construction. Early sales show good investment potential under low prices and easy terms. For details contact G. W. Morrow at 519 Columbia Building Spokane Washington.
The Puget Sound ten acre tract yielded 5 100 076 feet of lumber from 561 trees, led by Robert B. Allen of Pacifie Lumber Trade Journal. One acre averaged 85 048 feet with a single fir tree at 22 145 feet, far above typical yields. several trees ranged from 18 200 to 6 095 feet, with four others totaling 48 128 feet.
A set of brief candidate announcements for the county engineer race in Chelan County. J C Bowersox and F A Warren declare intent to run on the Republican ticket. Others including J W Sussex and Fred M acknowledge their candidacies or interest in the office.
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