Four proprietors fined nominally for selling beer without license
Four bawdy house proprietors, Mattie Gilbert Belle Hinkle Lillian Wilson and Jessie Johnson, were brought before Judge Falmer and fined five dollars each plus costs for selling intoxicating beverages without licenses. The judge cited ignorance of the law and first offense while warning harsher penalties if infractions continue.
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Falmer
Palmer
Mattie Gilbert
Belle Hinkle
Lillian Wilson
Jessie Johnson
Senate Probes Bourton Decision Effects
The Senate directs the committee on privileges and elections to study the legal impact of the Supreme Court ruling in the Bourton case and report recommendations on potential Senate action. Senator Hale introduced the resolution amid debate.
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Washington
Senate
Committee On Privileges and Elections
Supreme Court
Bourton
Hale
Joseph R. Burton
Kansas
Railroad regulator Cassatt backs government rate control
In an authorized interview ahead of Europe travel, A J Cassatt of the Pennsylvania Railroad endorses federal regulation of railroad rates via the Interstate Commerce Commission with court appeal. He says the secret rebate system harmed American railroads and trade, praising Roosevelt’s stance and urging public protection against rate abuses. The piece also notes Rockefeller’s role in rebates and Carnegie Steel benefiting from them.
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New York
A. J. Cassatt
Pennsylvania Railroad
Mr. Cassatt
Europe
James Creelman
Pearson's Magazine
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Secord
Roosevelt
Congress
America
Rockefeller
Standard Oil Company
Pennsylvania
New York Central
Andrew Carnegie
Carnegie Steel Company
John D. Rockefeller
Carnegie
Railway Conductor Faces Trials at Home
An exhausted railway conductor struggles with his own duties while his wife contends with a troubling train. The line between work and home life creates tension as personal strain impacts daily routines.
Wenatchee Saloonmen Vow, Face New City Charter
Tense mood spreads through Wenatchee as saloon operators protest restrictions and claim residents overlook their services and city payments. Three saloon men Daffy Rarey and Blake were heard on Sunday liquor charges with hearings set for January 1. Detectives promise sensational testimony in upcoming trial of three gamblers, with possible police involvement hinted.
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Wenatchee
Les
Jane
Daffy
Rarey
Blake
Superior Court
Scandal Over Extortionate Auto Charges In Frisco
San Francisco May 23 The ex tortionate charges for automobile hire after the fire threaten to become a major scandal as the finance committee audits accounts. A tabulated statement shows 157 598 dollars for car service with only 129 claims and daily averages around 35 dollars, raising questions about efficiency and oversight.
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Frisco
San Francisco
Property Reenters Market by Wenatchee Development Company
The Wenatchee Development Company has placed again on the market much of the city’s best property. Prospective buyers may view the price list and plat at the agent's office.
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Wenatchee Development Company
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Burton
L. V. Wells
Cassatt
Negie Steel Company
Pennsylvania Ave
Nob Aill
Bousquet and Holm
Oxfords
H.l.wiester
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