Bishop Williams Attacks D A R and Colonial Societies
New York July 4. Bishop Charles D. Williams of Michigan denounces the Daughters of the American Revolution and allied groups as false patriots. He criticizes patriotic performances and urges Americans to fulfill civic duties rather than display hollow pride in the past.
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New York
Charles Db. Willams
Michigan
Society of the Cincinnati
St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
United States
America
American colors for Cuban Army ceremony at Camp Columbia
Havana July 4 celebration featured the presentation of colors to the Cuban army at Camp Columbia. Twelve American gifts funded by the Cuban American community were handed to Cuban officers, with President Gomez and cabinet, Congress members, and spectators in attendance. Major General Pino Guerra spoke, and Albert Wright of the American club presided. The event followed a Yacht Club breakfast hosted by Ambassador Edwin Morse Morro.
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Havana
Cuba
Camp Columbia
Gomez
Congress
Albert Wright
American Club
Pino Guerra
Army
Yacht Club
Edwin VY. Mor
Car Crash Causes Fatal Somersault Near Connellsville
In Connellsville Pennsylvania on July 4 an automobile descending a limestone hill flipped into a ditch. One man, Thomas Joyce aged 35, died from a broken neck. Injured were Henry Fernlese with a head cut and bruises and John Miessél with an arm cut bruises and sprains. two others escaped serious harm.
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Connellsville
Thomas Joyce
Henry Fernlese
John Miessél
Seven Earth Shocks Plague Messina in July Alarm
Messina authorities report seven earthquakes in twenty four hours stirring panic. A fire erupted in wreckage as troops doused flames, then another blaze started nearby in Mil aixo, suspected incendiary act amid protests against authorities. A torpedo vessel was dispatched to the scene.
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Messina
Mil_aixo
Pigte
Fee Bre
Tobacco Taxes Proposed to Rise Prompting Protests and Hearings
Washington reports a proposed rise in federal tobacco taxes, spurring widespread protests. The Senate finance committee plans hearings while supporters cite revenue gains, with estimates showing increases of 12 to 15 million dollars above current tobacco revenues if consumption remains steady. The White House and Bureau of Corporations officials informally back the measure, signaling administration interest in higher tobacco taxes.
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Washington
Senate
Beveridge
Taft
E. Dane Durand
Census Bureau
Ensistant Commissioner of Corporations
Finance Committee
Durand
Bureau of Corporations
Tobacco Trust
Watt
Senate Committee
Internal Revenue Commission
Lkely
July Fourth Begins Amid Deaths and Injuries in New York
New York, July 4. The first death by tetanus is recorded tonight as preparations for the Fourth of July proceed. Officials report growing minor injuries, with last year’s toll of seven dead and hundreds harmed. Twelve toxin distributors have been appointed and hospitals stocked. a 16-year-old Italian boy injured himself with a toy pistol. The morning thermometer hits 68 degrees, a record low for the holiday.
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New York
Board of Health
Weather Bureau
Aldrich Supports Customs Court Plan Despite Opposition
Washington July 4 The Senate finance committee stood by the tariff bill provision to create a customs court as originally reported. Senator Aldrich denied preselection of personnel and said President Taft would choose the best qualified to fill the posts if the court is created.
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Washington
Senate
Oh Finance
Aldrich, Cairman
Filnance Committee
Patt
Taft
Military Night At Auditorium Sets Grand Tour Of Atlanta
Atlanta hosts a major military night at the auditorium with doors opening at 7 16 pm and 7 15 pm for advance crowds. An 8 15 pm parade features 1600 cavalry and infantry under Col Pomeroy and Governor Brown with bands, Gatling gun, ambulances, and the Governor’s Horse Guard performing daring maneuvers and a realistic horse battle. Tickets range 50 cents to 1 dollar with box office at the auditorium and Cable Piano Company selling in advance.
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Atlanta
South
Courtland Street Plaza
Avery
Turner
Gilmer Street
Courtland Street
Cable Piano Company
Auditorium
Military
E. E. Pomeroy
Fifth Regiment
National Guard of Georgia
Joseph M. Brown
Clifford L. Anderson
Albert QC. Milla
United States Army
Department of the Gulf
William van Orsdale
Seventeenth Infantry
Fort MclPherson
Eleventh United States ,Cavalry
James E. Shelley
Parker
Eleventh Regiment of Cavalry
Fort McPherson
Cheynoweth
Hospital Corps
Forth Regiment
United States Cavalry
Butts Manuel
Governor's Horse Guard
S¢amana
S‘eoldier
Oncar Palmour
Historic Champlain lake celebration recalls age of battles
The article describes a large celebration at Lake Champlain highlighting historic events from Champlain’s era to the War of 1812. It notes naval battles on the lake and local travels through Ticonderoga, Crown Point, and Plattsboro, with pageants planned and paintings of Commodore Macdonough on display.
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Champlain
United States
Piske Champlain
Ticonderoga
Crown Point
Plattsboro
House of Lake Champlain
Commodore Macdonough
Whakatane Crashes Beached After Fog Collision in Dover
The British steamer Whakatane carrying 300 aboard was beached at Dover after colliding with the French steamer Circe near Dungeness in fog. Circe towed Whakatane for help. tow lines failed, and the Whakatane filled with water. Several salvage tugs aided as the ship neared the shore. Circe proceeded to Rotterdam. No casualties reported, horses aboard were mentioned as a valuable cargo.
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Dover
Eng
New Zealand
Dungsness
Circe
Rotterdam
Nolves
Pumpa
Tawive Tha
Vote on Tariff Close at Hand in Senate Today
Washington July 4 Senate expected to vote on the tariff bill by week’s end after lengthy debate. Income tax question disposed of, opponents of finance committee rallied, final vote on constitutional amendment likely to pass. Conference and other items remain for later consideration as sessions adjourn.
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Senate
Washington
Finance Committee
Brown
Nebraska
General Administration
Customs Court
Blind Senator Becomes Aeronaut at Fort Myer
Oklahoma Senator Gore, despite total blindness from youth accidents, eagerly watches Wright brothers flights at Fort Myer via his wife and amplified listening. He uses hearing to read pilots’ movements and celebrate success, while also enjoying watching American League baseball games with keen interest.
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Washington
Fort Myer
Wright Brothers
Senator Gore
Oklahoma
Goreon
Fegw
Serpsor Gore
Tragic Long Island Crash Kills One, Injures Another
A deadly automobile collision on Long Island leaves one woman dead and another badly hurt. Miss Gladys Young, a governess for the Pratt family, pinned beneath an overturned electric runabout, suffers a broken neck. Andrew McWilliams of Staten Island is injured dodging a Brooklyn trolley, and Miss Mac Smith of Jersey City is hurled into flames when gasoline tanks explode. A teamster and bystanders help fight the fire as Williams sustains serious burns.
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New York
Vung
Long Island
Gladys Young
Tred Be Pratt, Jr
Prattt Institute
Andrew McWilliams
Staten Island
Brooklyn
Mac Smith
Jersey City
Epithy
Wiliams
Will Negroes Enter Homes of the Whites Census Question
A historic note asks whether the thirteenth decennial federal census will include Negroes living in white households. The inquiry reflects social tensions and the push for accurate demographic data during the era of segregation.
Negroes to Be Chosen Unless Taft Intervenes in Census
Democratic lawmakers urge President Taft to require white enumerators in southern districts for the thirteenth federal census fearing negroes may be sent into white homes. Virginia officials report that southern Republicans favor patronage politics, while the White House signals possible executive action if Senate confirmation is dropped.
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Washington
Congress
Taft
Mason
Dixon
Virginia
Martin
Hay
Durand
Congressmedia
House
Senate
Weather Prophecy Forecast for Monday and Tuesday
Washington July 4 forecast calls for generally fair weather in Georgia and Virginia with cool conditions. North winds, then unsettled spells and slight warming in the south, while eastern Texas shows variable winds and possible showers in Monday.
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Washington
Georgia
Virginia
Narch Carolina
South Carolina
Florida
Alabama
Missin
Sippi
Louisiana
Tesas
Texas
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