Union station planned for New Westminster B C
The article notes a proposed union station at New Westminster British Columbia. It also covers various political and business items including Reed Smoot denying polygamy, the Northern Pacific dividend, statue dedication in Statuary Hall for Frances E Wilard, and multiple government and corporate movements. The report mentions labor, consular, and international topics with several named individuals and organizations.
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Northern Pacific Railway Company
Frances E. Wilard
Rumored Morgan and Hill Seek Control of Union Pacific
New York report claims J. P. Morgan and J. J. Hill are secretly buying Union Pacific to avenge lost Northern Pacific. Stock has risen from 71 to 120 as Harriman’s faction offsets large sales. Conjecture centers on a hidden, nonmajority ownership shifting power away from Harriman’s czar-like rule.
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Morgan and Hill
New York
J. P. Morgan
J. J. Hill
Union Pacific
E. H. Harriman
John D. Rockefeller
Northern Pacific
Harriman
Union Pacifico
Morgan
Hill
20 Broadway
Cotton Strike Ends in Boston After Six Months Idle Time
Cotton mill operatives in Boston return to work after a six month strike. Representatives from manufacturers and workers reached a settlement under an arrangement arranged by Governor Douglas, following lines he recommended.
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Boston
Douglas
Olympia inaugural ball draws thousand attendees
Washington news reports a thousand people attended Olympia's inaugural ball. Other items note South Bend's planned bank with Weyerhaeuser backing, a rural telephone firm forming in Wallaburg with 30000 capital, and plant work starting at Ballard's West Coast Tannery.
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Olympia
South Bend
Weyerhaeneser
West Coast Tannery Company
Ballard
Seattle
Seattle Market Prices for Grain Livestock and Hides
The Seattle market lists producer prices for grains and livestock across categories. Grain oats barley wheat chicken feed and hay vary by region and form, with eggs poultry and live stock prices shown for cattle hogs sheep and calves. Hides pelts and wool include several grade distinctions and regional wool prices.
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Seattle
Washington
Puget Sound
Civil War Rages in St Petersburg as Protesters Clash
Martial law tightens in St Petersburg after a day of bloodshed as workers, soldiers and police clash on Nevsky Prospect and at the winter palace. Estimates of casualties range from hundreds to thousands amid barricades and looting. The unrest spreads to Moscow and other cities as authorities vow to maintain order.
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St. Petersburg
Vasilchikoff
Tfroopa
Nevsky Prospect
Vassiliostrov
Russia
Moscow
Guarde Regimente
Japan
Nicholas
Finland
Nevaky
Uniform Legislation Push Gains State Support in Olympia
Olympia reports a bill by Representative Gleason to create a three member commission appointed by the governor to promote uniform general laws across states. The move follows efforts by the National Bar Association to align laws on major topics to prevent interstate legal conflicts.
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Olympia
Washington
Gleason
National Bar Association
Union
Father Gopon Escapes Wounded as Proclamation Declares End of Emperor Rule
Reports say Father Gopon escaped guards despite injuries and is hidden at a safe location. A signed proclamation on walls declares the emperor’s end and a battle for freedom, promising guidance by Father George. Casualties are estimated in the thousands and rising.
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Sviatopolk- Mirsky
Winter Palace
Gepon
Narva
Moscow
Father Gopon
Gopon
St. Petersburg
Father George
London Press Comment on Russia After Petersburg Events
London editors debate the Petersburg upheaval with phrases predicting revolution, a mass massacre policy by Blagovest chenck, and a growing reaction. They question the czar's role and whether autocracy can be saved, noting the Little Father bears responsibility for a critical era.
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London
St. Petersburg
Russia
Europe
Asia
Mirabeau
Revolt Spreads as Moscow Factories Close and Strikes Spread
Reports from Saint Petersburg describe Moscow factories shutting and workers moving through shops and mills demanding shutdowns. The city is in turmoil after bloodshed Sunday, with plans for a major strike action scheduled for later in the week, reflecting rising tensions between workers and authorities.
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St. Petersburg
Moscow
Russia
The Whale and Cable
A Seattle dispatch reports a curious incident at Sitka where a whale became entangled with a submerged government cable. The whale allegedly drowned after rubber packing attached to the wire trapped it, delaying repairs planned for Thursday if weather allows.
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Seattle
Washington
Russell
W. A. Glassford
United States Army Signal Office
Burnside
Sitka
Maj
Russel
Donovan declines Washington University regents seat
J. J. Donovan declines the tender to join the University of Washington board of regents. He cites the frequent Seattle meetings and his inability to attend as the reason. The governor’s letter was received recently and Donovan replied declining the position.
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Bellingham
J. J. Donovan
Board of Regents
University of Washington
Donovan
Seattle
Separate Ballot Yields No U.S. Senator in Olympia
In Olympia on January 18 the Washington legislature voted on eight candidates to fill Addison G. Foster’s U.S. Senate seat. Foster led with 43 votes while Samuel H. Piles received 32, Charles Sweney 27, John L. Wilson 15, Cosgrove 5, Wesley L. Jones 6, and George Turner 8 Democratic votes. Both chambers saw packed galleries and subdued enthusiasm.
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Piles
Sweeney
John L. Wilson
George Turner
Olympia
Senate
House
United States
Washington
Addison G. Foster
Tacoma
Samuel H. Piles
Seattle
Charles Sweney
Spokane
Cosgrove
Pomeroy
Wesley L. Jones
North Yakima
First Joint Ballot For U S Senator Tally Reported
Olympia reports the first joint ballot in the United States Senate election at noon. Foster receives 44 votes, Piles 33, Sweney 27, Wilson 15, Scattering 9, Turner 7. Names and counts are listed for the joint session.
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Olympia
United States
Senaor
Foster
Piles
Sweney
Wilson
Scattering
Turner
Third Joint Ballot for U.S. Senator in Olympia
On January 19 the third ballot for United States senator in Olympia produced Forter 44 votes, Piles 38, Swenney 26, Wilson 16, Jones 8, Blethen 7, with 69 needed to choose. The result shows no choice yet as the tally falls short of the required majority.
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Olympia
United States
Foeter
Piles
Swenney
Wilson
Jones
Blethen
Three ballots in Olympia end with Foster loss and Sweeney gain
In a joint session on January 20 in Olympia three ballots were cast with Foster losing to Wilson on the first ballot and Sweeney gaining a southeastern vote previously given to Jones. Earles and Harper, both Democrats, backed Foster on the second ballot with Harper staying with him on the third while Earles switched to Piles. The sixth tally stood Foster 44, Piles 34, Sweeney 27, Wilson 17, Jones 7, Godman 65.
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Olympia
Jan
Foster
Wilson
Sweeney
Congressman Jones
John Earles
Representative Harper
Harper
Earles
Piles
Jones
Godman
Seventh Joint Ballot in Olympia for U S Senator
On the seventh ballot in Olympia dated January 23 there was little change aside from several absentees. Foster received 40 votes, Pilea 29, Sweeny 28, Wilson 16, with scattering and Democratic 14.
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Olympia
Jan
United States
Foster
Pilea
Sweeny
Wilson
Scattering
Democratic
Eighth Joint Ballot For Senator Reported
Olympia reports the eighth ballot for senator with Foster winning 43 votes Piles 31 Sweney 28 Wilson 17 and 13 scattering votes are recorded Placeholder names indicate continued balloting without final result confirmed.
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Olympia
Janu
Foster
Piles
Sweney
Wilson
Scattering
Fellow Servant Measure Becomes Law in Montana
Helena Jan 18 The fellow servant bill passed last week by both houses has become law by Governor Toole’s signature. The act holds every railway operator liable for damages to an employee caused by neglect or willful wrongs of other employees when such acts relate to the use and operation of the railroad, and invalidates any contract attempting to limit such liability.
Washington Meats Wheat Record Despite 1901 Peak
Washington state posted its largest wheat crop last year with 823 million bushels, second only to the 1901 bumper year. Officials note the 1908 harvest fell about 13 million bushels short of the 1904 total and confirms a remarkable overall yield despite variations in spring and winter sown wheat.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Department
Ecsasun
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