Arbitration clash over race ban from bar group
The executive committee of the American Bar Association faced defense from Attorney General Wickersham as it moved to oust William J. Lewis, a U.S. assistant attorney general, over alleged racial prejudice. Wickersham argues the move betrays the association’s aims to advance jurisprudence and justice, noting Lewis’s regular nomination and invitation to join.
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Willian J. Lewis
Nerny
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Wickersham
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Senate
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Sherman Not Down Yet as President's Running Mate
Washington reports wide speculation that Vice President Sherman would be Taft’s running mate, but party leaders deny any decision. White House sources say Taft did not discuss Sherman’s candidacy with New York Republican chairman William Barnes. No cabinet member has expressed campaign support for renomination.
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Sherman
Waelligton
Tuft
White House
Taft
Shermnan
Wiliam Barnes
Rennditean
New York
Tates
Sheva
Tie
Washington Committee Is Strong for President Taft
A Washington committee supporting President Taft shows solid backing with 26-7 margin in private party leadership. The state central committee elected leaders and set dates for the upcoming primaries and state convention. May 11 is the primary review date, with county conventions scheduled for May 4 and related party activities outlined.
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Taft
Central Rominiblec
Abowieen
Enneontieus
Powers Join Washington on China Mission
Washington reports four nations, Great Britain, Germany, Austria, and Italy, have agreed to support a Chinese expedition. Secretary Riox welcomed Hedy’s invitation to proceed without altering naval commitments. The move unites the Allies in a joint effort regarding China.
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Reb
Riox
China
Germany
Austrian
Hance
Italy
Dixon to Lead Roosevelt Fight in Montana Senate
Senior Montana senator Dixon is chosen to assume leadership in the Roosevelt campaign effort amid changes and a reshaped caucus. The move signals a strategic shift as campaign plans are adjusted to support Roosevelt’s bid.
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Montana
WES Kiel
Camtatgn
Roosevelt Committee Aide Appointments Reported
Joseph A. Dixon of Montana nears head of the executive committee of the Roosevelt committee with Newberry and Vroman named to lead field forces. Major party figures Revell Revell Revell head the Roosevelt machine in Chicago New York and Ohio with Knox and Ferrell among announced officers as the campaign mobilizes for November.
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Seistor
Joseph AL Dixon
Montana
Walioni
Vroman
Newberry
Secretary of the Navy
Widen Roosevelt
Alexander HW. Revell
Chikego
Housevelt
Roosevell
Revell
Dixom
Mr. Bevets
Roosevelt
Wm W. Simos
States Attories
Chicago
Asual Committee
Dixon
Willlie 2
Ward
National
Walter F. Brown
Republican State Central Committee
Ota
Merlyons
Teasow
Willian Firnn
Stonasy
Governor Dix Rejects Clemency For Brandt
Albany Feb 28 Gov Dix announced Brandt not a proper subject for executive clemency. He cited Brandt admissions and statements showing a lack of contrition for alleged crimes. The governor warned against condoning a crime that harms a woman’s reputation and emphasized protecting the integrity of the home.
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N.Y
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Mortimer L. Rehitt
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Brandt
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Weil
Pwiaener
Clemeney
Strikers Offered Increase in Wages in 1912
The Industrial Workers of the World announce a wage raise plan to be applied by class, proposing higher rates for skilled and unskilled workers and double pay for certain conditions. The schedule takes effect March 4, 1912, while union leaders defend the proposal amid ongoing strike pressure. Police and labor officials monitor the situation as investigations into futures of the strike continue. In a separate incident, a tramcar collision injures several onlookers near Menid, Illinois.
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Peking Under Mob Rule and Foreign Legations Disturbed
Widespread anti foreign action grips Peking as mobs seize property and attack legations. American diplomats and staff, including consul generals and bankers, endure looting, shelling, and fires while British, Japanese, and Chinese forces brace defenses. Reports describe crowds sacking shops, civilians fleeing, and tense barricades around the legation quarter amid ongoing clashes and reinforcements.
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US Mexico Protest Claims Stir Alleged Anti American Sentiment
Acting Secretary Wilson was asked to verify Azcona's published statements about anti American sentiment in Mexico and whether remarks by a government official could fuel antagonism. Azcona warned that intervention or threat of war would be far off, while the paper notes broader calls and confusion over the stance.
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Occupation of Capital Seen As Only Course Open
A dispatch reports persistent belief in Deking that an occupation of the capital is necessary. The piece notes violent suppression of unrest, with reports of division officers firing on rioters. Washington discusses universal consent to political self government in China.
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Deking
Pekings
Juarez Rebels Ignore Paper Blockade in Mexico War
Juarez rebel leaders dismissed the paper blockade as ineffective and continue plans. They promise to reinforce supplies and prepare rail and bridge disruptions to aid the expedition against Chihuahua, while negotiations and movements involve figures such as Vasques Gomes and Gomez.
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Americans Safe After Gunboat Incident Near Vera Coast
Report says Americans in Velardena are safe amid a Mexican gunboat operation near the north coast of Vera. U S officials confirm protests over protection concerns as rebels threaten oil facilities in the area.
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Tyewe Revel
Offley
Vera
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Hent Agulast Leck
Bandits and Storms Halt Journey in Chihuahua
The article describes Yeh Mivas Nolita Wilson, daughter of Governor Wiser of New Jersey, traveling from Noskh Gentil Mexico to Trenton Fitat. A train failure in Chihuahua delayed movement, storms caused further holds, and she arrived Sunday night after being held up by weather and service disruptions.
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Mexico
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