Smith Statehood Measure Meets Taft Veto Over Arizona Recall
Washington August 15 President Taft vetoed the New Mexico Arizona statehood plan and urged recall removal of Arizona judges. Senator Smith proposed a new measure tying statehood to eliminating the recall provision, arguing for stable government and judicial independence amid pending House action.
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Two Aviators Die in Chicago from Faulty Graft
Two amateur birdmen perish in separate Chicago crashes caused by unforeseen defects in their flying apparatus. Investigations point to frail construction as the likely cause of both fatal accidents.
Two Aviators Die in Chicago Aviation Meet
Two pilots William R. Badger of Pittsburg and St. Croix Johnstone of Chicago perish at the International Aviation meet in Chicago. Badger dies after a wing flaw sends his craft 100 feet to the pit bottom. Johnstone plunges 500 feet and drowns beneath his engine in the Moisant monoplane, body recovered an hour later. Thousands witnessed the crashes as authorities raced to the wrecked machines. Badger, 25, amateur racer and stepson of John Goettmen, had just his first public appearance and recorded a flight time of two hours thirteen minutes nine teen seconds before the fatal crash.
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No One Checked the Paymaster at Independence Trial
Vallejo Calif Aug 15 Three sets of books for the US receiving ship Independence failed to align leading to embezzlement charges against paymaster A M Pippin. Washington records show cash sales of 1730 35 but accounts current show only 353 55 and a $1377 discrepancy with no sales in Washington returns. Pay Clerk J W Fuller retired is accused of responsibility. Pippin’s cross examination ended today with brief rebuttal scheduled and case likely to close Thursday.
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Togo Inspects Giant Warship at Brooklyn Yard
New York Aug 15 Admiral Count Togo toured the Brooklyn navy yard and inspected the dreadnought North Dakota then attended a dinner and reception. Nippon club trustees hosted the event with several Japanese women in native dress present and Japanese residents presenting a loving cup two feet high to the admiral.
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Reign of Terror Strikes Liverpool Riots Roil City
Liverpool braces for a night of terror as troops escort prison vans through Vauxhall Street. Rioters hurl stones and bottles, police fire on attackers, a man dies and many are wounded. Barricades, streetcar disruption, and looting surge as authorities restore order.
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Senate approves wool bill after heated debate
The Senate voted 38 to 28 to adopt the conference report on the wool tariff revision bill. The measure imposes a 29 percent ad valorem duty on raw wool and a proportional rate on woolen manufactures. Proponents cite Democratic and insurgent Republican support, while a few progressives opposed. The House may act if the president vetoes, with adjournment and cotton bill topics influencing the final days of the session.
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Government anxious over upheaval as rail strike spreads
London reports widespread industrial turmoil with government mediation efforts in Asquith's offices and Board of Trade. Rail workers strike, 25,000 carters and railway men out in Liverpool and Manchester severing outside rail links, with other cities including Glasgow, Bradford, Chester, Sheffield, Bristol, Doncaster and Leicester also affected. King George's secretary discusses crisis with Asquith. martial law rumored in Liverpool.
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Five Hundred Negroes On Rampage In Cardife
Cardiff August 15. Police charged a mob of 500 striking negro seamen who started an attack on shipping officers. Police used billy sticks. A dozen were hospitalized and two are dangerously wounded.
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Threatened Incident Reported in Busy Manchester
A report from Manchester England dated August 15 notes a threatened incident in a densely populated area. Details remain limited as authorities assess potential risk and advise residents to stay alert and follow official guidance.
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Treasury Agent Probes Fraud in Under Valued Imports
Seattle August 15 A B Hamer a treasury department special agent returns from ninety days in Japan investigating charges that the US was defrauded of customs duties through undervalued crockery and chinaware in Pacific ports. Morimura Brothers consignments from Kobe to New York and Tacoma and San Francisco are held awaiting appraisals amid alleged under valuation.
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Murderous Bandit Captured by Posse Near Diamond
Carl Weems, about 25, of Jacksonville Florida, charged with killing Leroy Cantrill and wounding Deputy Sheriff William Cole in a saloon hold up yesterday, was captured today by a farmer posse near Diamond Colfax Washington. Precautions are being taken to prevent a lynching if Deputy Cole dies.
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Strike Strains Transport Service Affects Food Supply
The transport strike threatens provisions, prompting the retail trades association to urge the home secretary for military aid to move goods. In Oldham, nearly all cotton mills have exhausted stocks and face shutdown unless supplies are renewed promptly.
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Spectacular Start Over Lake Michigan Sailor Maintains Speed
A daring sailor of the upper air achieves a spectacular start over Lake Michigan en route to Gotham. Thousands watch as the fast pace rivals locomotive speed and captivates spectators along the route.
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Aviator Harry Atwood Completes 101 Mile Leg to Elkhart
Boston flyer Harry Atwood in a Burgess Wright biplane flew 101 miles from Chicago to Elkhart in 2 hours 14 minutes, part of a 1 460 mile St Louis to New York and Boston leg. He kept low over Lake Michigan, reached 2000 feet, test flying currents, and planned to resume to Toledo then Sandusky with fourteen stops.
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Atwood Faces Grounds Dispute Before Flight Start
Tense scene at the aviation grounds as Harry N Atwood argues with aviation committee chair Mudd over start conditions for the St Louis to New York leg. A $500 certified check is handed to the aviator just as the big biplane prepares to lift off amid heated exchanges and a demand for $1,000 for landing.
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