Public tariff hearing debate on Underwood bill in Washington
Washington May 3 finance committee and Senator Penrose sparred over open hearings and the Underwood tariff bill. Senators Simmons Bacon and others argued hearings unnecessary while La Follette urged sworn testimony on production costs and market data. Ton more. The discussion touched on duties, manufacturing profits, and proposed sugar and steel tariffs as the session adjourned amid protests and partisan assertions.
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American factories superior in efficiency
A May 1 report by Chairman Jeter woot of the knuss wars and needwatidies compares 47 jidas to Great Tritian and the Allted showing U S manufacturing strength with higher efficiency and wages. The article notes greater power needs and continues in the next column.
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Bryan discusses presidential primary shift and party roles
Secretary of State Wilkin J. Bryan spoke at the Jefferson anniversary dinner in Harrisburg about party platforms and the move toward a general presidential primary chosen by the people rather than bosses. He contrasted democratic and aristocratic ideas, urged adherence to party platforms, and urged reforms tied to progressive causes and the people’s representation.
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Clever Deportation Case Reveals Chinese Student Ring
At a deportation hearing, evidence alleged that two women used a school scam to import Chinese students, charging between 109 and 1000 dollars per head. Mau Long Lane, admitted as a student in Seattle in 1910, allegedly joined a two week program then found work, later moving to Montana and Rosebud Agricultural College.
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Fight On Appointments Started By Republicans
Republicans opened their big battle over President Wilson’s nominations by challenging W. J. Karvis of Georgia for census director. The Senate debated for hours in executive session without airing merits, then adjourned amid cross questions and stubborn filibuster threats. Democrats defend Durand and Hart while Republicans insist on qualifications. past fights, including Leonard Wood’s promotion, are cited as precedent. The confrontation signals a prolonged struggle over confirmations as party lines clash.
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Steel Corporation Head Defends as Industrial Benefactor
New York May 1 The United States Steel Corp faced testimony from president James A Parvelli in a government case seeking dissolution under anti trust law He argued the firm produced cotton cloth for Southern growers and that rivals found the business unattractive The company reportedly redirected government work to steel pilings for New Orleans to aid fever control and claimed it helped stabilize prices while meeting labor costs with substantial wage figures for 1901 and the following year
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Tariff clash and political shakeups in Today's Standard Pare
In today’s Standard Pare various items appear including Pengone and Simmons clashing over tariff policy with Secretary Virgan speaking in Philadelphia. The piece notes a temporary school alteration, Republican filibuster talk on appointments, and a defense by Treud of Steel Corp. Additionally, Meuswers of English parliament propose suffrage aid, Montana project completions cited, and a local election sign in Great Falls. Anaconda man meets in New York, Arbor Day marred by cold, and citizenship exams slated for Butte. Washington letter and market reports also included.
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Johnson expected to sign land bill at once
A garbled report states Johnson will send a message to Robby Fryait and Martin More Ine to withhold action from the Alien land bill, while the executive Mees and user push for immediate action. Washington is to receive a full state union of views and the governor signals imminent signing of the bill amid Japan protest notes.
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Memphis and Atlanta Vie for Conclave Contention
In a preliminary session of the Nobles of Ye Mystic Shrine, Memphis and Atlanta emerged as contenders to host the annual Conclave. Reports detail candidates, costs, and upcoming selections, with Imperial Potentate W. C. Irving expected to confirm a future host city. The next meeting will select the actual venue, with Memphis and Atlanta as frontrunners.
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Officers Guard Against Wrecking of Erie Trains
In Paterson a security measure was deployed after multiple Erie railroad derailment attempts within five hours. Police and investigators blocked a third sabotage at the station as two men tried to unhook a car. An incendiary magazine with lynchist items was found, and unknown suspects remained at large.
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Plan to adopt German strategy to crush suffragettes
A London report outlines Labour Party support for a plan modeled on German tactics to suppress a free press and the suffragette movement. It notes potential prosecutions, manager changes, and militant suffragists facing police action while Emmeline Pankhurst and others push for resistance and continued publication.
Hill Urges Completion of Mountain Railroad Project
Hill calls for rapid completion of the railroad line through Montana to boost commerce. Officials say work must proceed promptly to secure economic gains and regional connectivity despite funding uncertainties.
Montana Irrigation Plans Urged by Hill in Senate Testimony
Washington May 13 Special Dispatch James Hill urges Secretary Lane to advance construction of the Milk River and Sun River irrigation projects in Montana. He argues the Allik river valley holds land worth 100 per acre, water supplies justify the cost, and Montana’s wheat potential could soar with irrigation. He admits errors in cost projections but backs early completion.
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Need of Competent Men in Service Emphasized
A discussion at a reclamation hearing stressed the need for competent field workers. James J. Curty urged hiring skilled men, noting higher costs in federal projects versus private efforts. Director Newell defended government irrigation as more permanent, contrasting Canadian private land pricing with U.S. costs.
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Bold escape plot foiled in Chicago court room
In Chicago on May 1 Marcy Evans convicted of burglary as Garnett Fairfield a cabaret singer his sweetheart passed him a handkerchief from which he extracted thread to weaponize a knife. Detentive Boschulte was cut and Denuly Bohabers stabbed as Evans and Albert Jensen fought guards and a large crowd. Court security prevented further killings and the plan to flee with Evans unraveled amid courtroom chaos.
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