Temperamentality question in Speer case dominates hearing
The Speer case centers on Judge Speer's temperament with witnesses broadly biased against him. Many witnesses testified as personal enemies or with material interest, notably former U S Marshal Barnes. Harry Stilwell Edwards termed Speer's trouble spiritual rather than mental, while Speer's lawyers plan to stress witness hostility, especially Barnes, Aker man, and Colonel Huff, if trial proceeds.
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Quick Home Cure for Piles Offer
Pyramid Drug Co offers a free trial of Pyramid Pile Remedy for piles. The ad promises immediate relief from pain itching and swelling and claims easy home use with a full size package at 50 cents after trial. It urges readers to mail the free coupon today.
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Pyramid Bros
Marshall, Mich
Speer Case Hearings Rally Over Impeachment Prospects
The Senate inquiry into Judge Speer continues in Macon with Webb signaling a possible impeachment trial. Savannah will host testimony Monday as witnesses detail alleged favoritism and substantial fees paid to the firm Talley & Heyward, linked to Heyward, Speer’s son in law.
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Senate Passes Alaska Railway Bill Builder Picked
The Senate approved the Alaska railway bill amid support from Secretary Lane who hailed the victory for western development. Colonel Goethals won unanimous Senate committee approval as builder, with the president urged to assign him. Seattle erupted in celebration as news arrived and banners announced the passage pending presidential signature.
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Wall Street Righteousness Speech Advocates Cooperation
William Van Antwerp, a Wall Street governor and economics student, told bankers in Washington that the stock exchange serves as a vital national resource. He praised the president for promoting cooperation, claimed the exchange operates on a high ethical standard, and urged eliminating isolationist views to unite Wall Street with the broad American horizon.
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Preacher Arrested as White Slaver in Roanoke Case
Roanoke Va January 24 Rev B J Landis a Lutheran minister of Price's Fork Va was arrested by a deputy U S marshal on a warrant charging violation of the white slave act He was arraigned before a federal commissioner at Floyd Va and the case set for February 1 The warrant alleges the preacher transported the wife of a neighbor named Jones from Fries York to Bluefield Va and registered at a Bluefield hotel as brother and sister for several days It also claims Landis said his sister suffered epilepsy and required constant watch He was principal of Price s Fork High School
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Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Advertisement Claim
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a harmless aid to digestion. It argues faulty digestion stems from overwork and urges readers to take tablets after meals or before bed to enrich the blood and improve subsequent meals, touting the product's natural ingredients and a six cent price.
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Majestic rough voyage prompts passenger protest and Sayre reunion
New York January 24 with rope about her waist Miss Margaret Wilson climbed the Majestic to greet sister Jessie and husband Francia Bowes Sayre. Sayres return to Williamstown follows a two month Europe honeymoon and Washington arrival. Passengers protest on leaks and delays while Majestic faced heavy seas and a tow.
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Polk Named by Mitchel as Corporation Counsel
New York January 24 Frank L Polk a great nephew of President Polk was appointed corporation counsel by Mayor Witchel today The position pays fifteen thousand dollars a year Polk previously served in Mr Bischel campaign as treasurer and will take office immediately
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Outrage at Navy Plucking Board Sparks Bipartisan Fury
Washington lawmakers denounce the Navy plucking board as a wasteful, age biased scheme. Representatives Tribble and Howard accuse officials of retiring capable officers like Commander Burt and Norton for salary gains, costing the government millions and undermining naval strength. The leaders call for reforms and condemn the practice as unjust and costly.
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Woman suffragists meet another defeat in committee
Washington January 24 The house judiciary subcommittee by voice vote four to four failed to report a resolution for the appointment of a standing suffrage committee. Representatives F ardwich of Georgia Yen at North Carolina Gant of Kentucky and Gir of Tennessee Democrats voted against it. Rep Lerotten voted to report the bill without recommendation and all Democrats urged postponement.
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Murder Charge After South Fort Smith Dance Fight
A deadly brawl at a South Fort Smith dance left 18 year old Fiphin dead and two others seriously injured. Arrestees Kortsmith and Aric Jinuary face murder and accessory charges. Terry and another man named Terry are also in custody. Police say the incident occurred early today after a rain soaked event.
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