Taft Denies Crusade Against Corporations After Hill Visit
President Taft rejected reports of a broad anti trust crusade. He stated the administration would target only violations of law, not corporations as such, and referenced advice from James J. Hill about stabilizing markets. Hill said he discussed general conditions with Taft and urged avoiding wild rumors and rapid policy shifts.
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Roanoke Man Sentenced to Death for Meado ws Family Murder
Howard Little, convicted in December at Grun ay, Buchanan county, for the murder of Mrs Edny Justis and five Meadows family members, was moved from Roanoke jail to the Richmond penitentiary. He faces electrocution on February 11 after an appeal to the Supreme Court.
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Roanoke
Boycott debate and beef trust probes spark federal inquiry
Reports say witnesses will appear before a federal grand jury as part of the beef trust investigation. The government aims to show price fixing in the dressed meat industry with packing houses in Chicago and beyond to be called. Separate notes recount a Oakland council’s rejection of a meat boycott and Redlands residents pledging a sixty day meat abstinence. Washington discussions center on food price probes and Dr. Harvey Wiley’s testimony on cold storage funding and meat safety practices.
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Wilky Washington
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Harvey W. Wit
Congress
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Weather brings welcome warming in Atlanta area
A weather forecast for Atlanta and vicinity predicts fair and warmer days after a cold spell. Tuesday's frost gave way to sunshine and rising temperatures into the 40s and 50s. Forecasters say Wednesday should bring continued warmth and clear skies as spring gardening plans spread optimism.
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Millions Offered for Alaska Lands
Alaska land bill proposes a $3.0 billion revenue potential from coal leases and a 1000 mile railroad. It envisions government equity in coal reserves, rail construction regulated by the Interstate Commerce Commission, and a broader Canadian-American investment influence amid lobbying and political tension.
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Atlanta Gas Light Company bonds offered for 4.70 percent yield
The City of Atlanta is supplied with gas by the Atlanta Gas Light Company. The 15 percent Gold Bonds due 1947 pay interest in January and July. An investment for idle funds is proposed. J A Hillman & Co offers a block of them at a 4.70 percent net yield.
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J. A Hilaman & Co
Empire Building
Run on United States Banking Company in Mexico City
Depositors crowded the Mexico City lobby as the United States Banking Company faced a cash drain. Officials reported about two million pesos withdrawn by 4:20 pm with all checks honored, while the bank suspended operations awaiting a 4:30 am settlement to cover a reported 400,000 peso deficit.
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James Forsyth
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Bank of Montreal
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Dividends Raised by United States Steel Corporation
New York January 25 The United States Steel Corporation board announced common stock dividends revert to 4 percent annually with a regular 1 percent and an extra 1 percent. Prior quarters paid 4?1 percent totals. the regular 1 percent on preferred stock was declared. 1909 earnings totaled 181,470.97 with quarterly and yearly surpluses reported, reflecting substantial accumulated gains since 1901.
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United States Steel Corporation
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Board meeting delays Grady hospital successor vote
At the Grady hospital board meeting yesterday the election of a successor to Dr. Crowe, who resigned, was postponed until next month. Two applicants are Dr. Kime and Dr. Bivins. A voluntary bankruptcy petition was filed yesterday in Atlanta by machinist F A Wilson, listing assets of 159 and liabilities of 184.14. Grand jury plans and district attorney work are also noted. Fortifications urged at Norfolk meeting.
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Marist Minstrel Show At Grand Thursday
A brisk two hour program at the Grand on Thursday night features the Marist boys entertaining Atlanta from 8 to 10. The show promises comic and athletic feats with a限 nixed program and is supported by local families and prominent city figures. A large crowd from city girl schools is expected, making it a notable amateur winter event.
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Caverly
Murphy
Eliis
Miss Fay Married Yet Husband Absent In China
Miss Fay, famed as the Belle of Avenue A, is described as in trouble not heart trouble. Her romance collided with the United States army, leading to a postponed marriage in New York state. The ceremony finally took place next year, but two days later her husband was ordered to report to San Francisco for a voyage to China, where he has remained. Miss Fay reflects on the situation with a dry humor.
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San Francisco
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China
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Fifth Term Given to John W Daniel
Richmond Virginia January John W Daniel of Lynchburg reelected by the Virginia General Assembly to the United States Senate for the fifth time. The Republican minority vote was veiled by party lines and the result reflects longstanding political ties in the state capital.
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John W. Daniel
Lynchburg
General Assembly of Virginia
United States’ Senate
Velvente Sangreascan Stemp
Georgia Women Travel by Hand Car Through Costa Rica
Two Georgia women crossed Costa Rica by hand car after rails and bridges were washed away by floods. They rode 40 miles with survey workers, met the railroad president who helped them reach Port Simon and Colon, then returned to New Orleans. Miss Adair described locals as always saying tomorrow in their slow, habitual way. Mrs. Wakefield paused her Central America tour to resume a western run, praised for her stage presence and appeal.
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New Orleans
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Costa Rica
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Atlanta
J. HL Hilsman & Co
Empire
New Comet Speeds Across Sky At 120 Miles A Second
Providence report notes a newly visible comet moving faster than 120 miles per second. Professor Winslow Upton of Brown University estimates it is racing away from the sun and earth and will vanish by month’s end, at about 260,000,000 distant.
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