Tariff debate ends as Congress weighs robber barons claim
In Washington on March 28 the tariff debate closed with remarks from Talbert and Clark. Tawney defended the lead schedule while Gunn pressed for enforceable collection. Simpson of Kansas attacked McKinley’s foreign-tax claim and mocked extravagance. The discussion highlighted a Democratic edge in next Congress and tensions over tariffs affecting labor and industry.
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Talbert
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Alacuire
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Gunn
Lisa
Tawney
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Ways and Means
Simpson
McKinley
Minneapolis
Mr. Simpson
Naval Stores Market Report from Savannah March 25
Turpentine values show regulars at 27 cents with 46 casks sold, rosin steady with new grades quoted from 1.08 to 1.63 per barrel, prices for various grades listed. Wilmington North Carolina notes steady prices for strained turpentine around 1.45 to 1.50, with rosin and resin prices mirrored in the day’s close.
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Rosin
Witamarton
N. C
Rene
New York
New Lonvoy
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Wilmington
Britain’s Stance May Influence Greek Turkish Tensions
reports from Constantinople and New York describe Britain softening its anti Turkish policy amid Armenian fears and a partial blockade by foreign powers. Britain may withdraw warships from Crete and Greece, while pressing for Turkish Greek force withdrawals to avoid wider conflict.
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Withdrawals Stir Rail Circles After Supreme Court Ruling
Western railroads withdraw from passenger and freight associations following the Transmissouri decision. New York rail officials consider waiting to see if associations disband. Joint Traffic association holds no action yet. Judge Harmon calls the victory personal, noting the ruling may sweep all pools under the Transmissouri body.
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Transmissouri Association
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A. J. Phelps
James ©. Carter
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Transmissouri
Tragedy at Edgefield shocks Augusta region
A shocking Edgefield murder reports Solicitor J W Thurman shooting and killing William G Harris, a former drugstore clerk now living near Augusta. Harris allegedly cursed Thurman after a dispute over political appointments, prompting Thurman to fire. Harris died instantly. Thurman sat at his desk when the incident occurred.
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William Harris
Augusta
Edgefield
William G. Harris
South Carolina
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Evans
Glover
Ellerbe
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J. W. Thurman
Fifth
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Reno Dreams of New Amphitheater Inside Jail Walls
Reno considers building another arena within the Carson jail walls, plus a hotel inside to house trainers and reporters. The plan, costing an unspecified amount, aims to promote boxing legislation with backing from Reno business leaders and an architect, P. J. Donahue, already consulted.
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Dan Stuart
Carson
Reno
P. J. Donahue
Fitz to Teach Boxing in San Francisco Club Plan
Bob Fitzsimmons, described as the retired champion, will become instructor at a new athletic club in San Francisco. A New York broker backs the venture, with a five story center-block building and luxurious facilities. The plan includes exhibitions from San Francisco to New York and Fitzsimmons as chief instructor with supervision of boxing.
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Angel
New York
Martin Julian
Tion
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Plas
Here
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Clulens
Box
Lee Says It Was Murder In Ruiz Case At Havana
A Havana dispatch to The World reports General Lee supports the murder finding in the Ruiz case. He seeks release of American prisoners while condemning Spanish officials but warns no consul general change. Melton’s release blames sickness. Scott’s departure follows authorities. American planters refuse taxes amid burned/damaged property and unsafe work conditions.
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Erulz
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Ruiz
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Olney
Wife of San Francisco murderer betrays husband in Dallas
Mrs Addie Blanther alias Parker Forbes Davies wife of J F Blanther confessed to chief of police in Dallas that he murdered a San Francisco woman for robbery and fled to Montgomery and New York then Texas where they later separated. She says he abandoned her for another woman near Valley Mills and used the name Forbes at times. He killed himself in jail in Meridian, Texas. A separate brief notes widespread crop losses in Wisconsin and charity plans in New York City.
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Forbes
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J. F. Blanther
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Texarkana
Harper
Texas
J. E. Forbes
Little Rock
Ark
Endorsed Plan for Georgia University Consolidation
Judge George C. Thomas reports hundreds of letters from prominent Georgians supporting a bill to consolidate the University of Georgia. The proposal would move the Technical School Medical College and schools for the deaf dumb and blind to Athens while keeping the current buildings for educational use elsewhere. He contends state savings of about 100 000 per year and vows to overcome regional opposition.
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Georgia
University of Georgia
Thomas
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Medical College
Athens
Sophomores to Compete for Silver Cup at Commencement
University trustees ended the two gold medals award for sophomore declaimers and replaced it with a silver cup to be awarded at next June’s commencement. Ten sophomores will be chosen to speak for the cup, and training for the contest is underway as the event nears.
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Phomores
Narrow escape as horse bolts on College Avenue
Dr. H. Dillard escaped serious harm when his horse panicked at paper on College Avenue. He leaped from the buggy as the horse tore the bit, the hind wheels passing over him yet he sustained only bruises and a nervous shock. A negro boy in the buggy was unhurt. The horse stopped on Broad Street.
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College Avenue
Veteran Mexican War veteran Alex M Kenaday dies in Washington
Alex M Kenaday secretary of the National Association of Veterans of the Mexican War and editor of The Vidette died in Washington on March 25 at age 73 after a four year illness. Born in Wheeling West Virginia in 1824 of Irish descent he served as a sergeant in the Mexican War and later pursued mining and printing before settling in Washington in 1869 to run association business and edit The Vidette. He left five children, all deceased.
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New York City
Money Made in a Minute Freezers Adverts Cream Sales
An advertisement claims a one minute freeze time for cream and promotes earnings from five to ten dollars daily selling cream or Freezers. It asserts high demand, a guaranteed freeze in one minute, and that the Freezer sells itself. J F Casey & Co invites readers to request full particulars by mail from 1143 St Charles St, St Louis Mo.
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Property on the Market in Athens Real Estate Outlook
The article notes real estate in Athens and nationwide fell due to the financial panic but suggests a bottoming out and an upcoming upward trend. It anticipates renewed activity, new building this year, and many Lots being purchased for valuable improvements, making Athens property a capital investment.
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Athens
Athens Real Estate
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Advertisement Claim
A promotional blurb touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a perfect digestive remedy for sensitive stomachs. It claims digestion prevents gas, purifies blood, improves complexion, and supports growth by digesting food. touts Michigan cures and nationwide sales with a free book offer from Stuart Co.
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Stuart Co
Marehall, Mich
Making Money Easy Selling Dish Washers
A young seller claims quick profits from Dish Washer units after earning over $100 in ten weeks and predicts over $3000 next year. He credits starting with Mound City Dish Washer Co. of St. Louis and urges others to write for full particulars.
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C. E.B
Mound City Dish Washer Co
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Harness factory plan eyed after leather mill report
Receiver Griffeth will report to Clarke county Superior Court next month on Athens Leather Manufacturing Company affairs with likely winding up. Earlier talk suggested forming a small stock company to run the plant and start a harness factory with potential outside capital and machinery joining the venture. A proactive citizen could launched the movement.
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Superior Court
Clarke County
Athens Leather Manufacturing Company
Athens
Athens Cotton Market Prices Decline in Tone-Wesk Report
In the Athens market, Tone-Wesk notes prices for cotton futures with Strict Middling at 738, Middling mo at 114, and Strict Low Middling at 118. Market activity shows modest shifts in price levels, reflecting steady demand and regional trading conditions.
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