Report on U S SteelInquiry Led by Rep Stanley
The House Receipts majority report tracing United States Steel Corporation from inception. It accuses J P Morgan and associates of overcapitalization profits and notes Roosevelt sought steel trust control. Dems condemn but warn against federal takeover deeming it unconstitutional. Page Seven continuation promised.
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Four Prosecutors Against Ricketts Case Opens
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports in Livingston on August 2 the Montana case against George Ticketts charged as an accessory to Deputy Sheriff Jesse Brannon’s murder at Melville last November. Jurors were examined all day as witnesses were summoned including William Donali and society women Miss Mary and Miss Dora Veacey. Witness Mel Jowell, jailed 22 years for Brannon’s murder, arrived from Beer Lodge as a key figure. Prosecution is led by A. G. Hatch and Fret J. Gibson, with Tucketts defended by Miller and RR Purcell and A. J. Horsky of Helena.
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Senate approves relief for Mexican refugee exodus
In Washington on August 2 the Senate adopted a resolution authorizing the war department to spend 100000 to transport American refugees from the Mexican frontier to U S points of their choice. Senator Bailey introduced the measure, awaiting House approval and presidential assent. A special investigating committee led by Senator William Alden Smith plans to probe alleged American involvement in insurrections in Mexico and Cuba, with visits to El Paso and potential hearings.
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Federals Win Complete Victory at Ojiros In Chihuahua
From Ofilos Chihuahua Aug The Federals repulsed the rebels after heavy losses on both sides. They claimed capture of field guns caissons and ammunition. Colonel Rivera was wounded but remained in command as Federal forces pursued the retreating rebels for miles.
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Evacuation Urged as Feared Fed Advance Approaches Juarez
Liberal Pascual Orazco said he would hurry to evacuate Juarez as two Federal forces advanced toward the city. Details continued on another page.
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Preacher Resigns in Tacoma Pulpit Switch to Chicken Breeding
The Rev. William Dr. Buchanan pastor of Park Universalist church in Tacoma announces his resignation and plans to retire to a farming life. He says he is a farmer by instinct and will now support himself by breeding chickens after eight years in the pulpit marked by dignity and reserve.
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Wanes Stilt Chats on Idaho Gubernatorial Primary
Boise dispatch notes related returns from Tuesday's Republican primary showing John M. Saines leading for governor with favorable early totals.
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Woman Freed in Georgia Attempted Murder Case
In Atlanta Mrs Dain Opie Grace was found not guilty of trying to kill her husband. The Philadelphia socialite, who was reported paralyzed by the shooting, learned of the verdict as her blind son grew ill in Philadelphia. Grace's husband, Eugene Grace, said she was guilty until acquitted, while officers struggled to control bystanders as jurors were discharged.
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Sheriffs Enter Desert to Capture a Desperado
San Bernardino California August 2 officers left for Cottonwood in the Mojave Desert pursuing an unknown desperado blamed for murder and arson in Cottonwood. Mrs Bennett owner of Cottonwood cattle interests reported another threat by telegram prompting the force deployment.
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Two More Gunmen Sought By Police
New York police heatquarters say two of the four gunmen who killed Herman Rosenthal are still at large. Harry Iarowitz or Gyp the Blood and Letty Louie Rosenberg are sought in the same region as the man arrested last night near Kingston. The graft angle is raised as investigators pursue suspects amid underworld connections and a reported 2,409,000 dollar levy on legal resorts.
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Progressive party to hold first national convention
Aug 2 Cileage The provisional commission of the Nathan Progressive Party outlines the first formal season since its founding. Delegates from 46 states will attend a noon Monday conven tion with leaders such as Governor Hiram W. Johnson and Miles Poindexter among the committee. Large delegations from California and New York are planned, with limited internal voting in some states. Senator Dixon announced the convention will include an experience meeting with five minute talks from delegates.
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Good Roads and Prison Reform Debate at Western Governors Conference
Aug 2 Prison reform tops agenda at western governors conference as Governor West of Oregon outlines an honor system allowing prisoners to work on highways. Governor Tiawing of Tahoe discusses road building while Caverine Oddie of N speaks on the Panama-Pacific region and its benefits. Governors skip ball game. Hewley hosts a reception in the evening.
Campaign committee reshapes New Jersey race amid national drive
A broad national campaign effort centers on Woodrow Wilson as he plans talks in New York with McCowles to shape opportunists for future tickets. McAdoo allies praise the campaign plan while western leaders are expected to join, as governors and lawmakers weigh party strategy and possible resignations.
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Battle ship fight grows warmer in Congress
Washington reports that the battle over naval appropriation for battleships has intensified. The measure will not be brought up until next Thursday after a party caucus. Democrats facing a quorum threat may abstain, while supporters claim floor chances to push for two battleships remain possible despite caucus pledges.
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Senate Resolution Warns Against Foreign Control Near Americas
The United States Senate debated Lodge's resolution urging opposition to any foreign corporate control of harbors or strategic locations near North and South America. Supporters said it defined U S policy to deter foreign power influence. opponents argued it lacked specificity. The debate touched Magdalena Bay in lower California and Monroe doctrine references, with a vote about to follow.
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Reach Compromise On Raw Wool Duty From Congress
Washington reports a compromise on a wool tariff and steel tariff between the House and Senate conference committees. An agreement sets a 23 percent duty on wool with a plan to repeal the Canada Reciprocity law. formal Senate action anticipated to begin tomorrow and House action to follow.
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