Arrest in Capitol Grounds Protest Trial in Washington
Coxey Downe and Jones faced trial in the city police court on charges of violating federal rules by displaying a banner on capitol grounds and treading shrubs. The case drew populist congressmen, legal maneuvers, and a jury selection amid debate over petition rights and legality of the protest actions.
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Army of Peace
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Congress
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Ren
United States
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Jong
Halla
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Coxey and Browne
O. Jones
W. W. Hazelem
Browne
Doxey
Frye
Indianapolls
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American Bible Society
House Debates River and Harbor Bill Adjustments
The House, on Friday, considered the river and harbor appropriation bill for the year ending June 30, with Mr. Catchings guiding amendments. An east of the Mississippi provision authorizes $1000 for Mobile harbor to keep it clear of obstructions, while other district requests failed without chair support. The committee rose at 6:05 PM and reported the bill to the House, with adjournment set for Monday and no further cases after the night session.
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Catchings
House
Aussiasipp River
Mobile Harbor
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Forsyth
Interior Department
Des Moines
Iowa
Berner
Hen Bussell
Flint River
Jake Haas
Atlanta
Haas
Capitol
State Bank
Barry Anstey
Richmond and
BRECKINRIDGE CAMPAIGN SPURS LEXINGTON POOL OF POLITICIANS
Lexington May 1 crowds greet Colonel Breckinridge amid political tensions as women oppose renomination. The scene features Brigadier General Deshi Breckinridge, a rousing ovation, and a vociferous protest from The Womens Appeal urging voters to oppose Breckinridge in Congress. The piece also covers Senate battles over Wilson’s Florida revenue post and tariff debates shaping upcoming votes.
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Weecklurlige
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Chesapeake
Deshi
Hreckinridge
Washington
Womens
Morrow
Democratic Party
Ashland
W. C. P. Steckinridge
Congress
Lawmakers Review Injunction Case Against Northern Pacific Judge
Washington May 4 A House judiciary subcommittee report sides with concerns over Judge Jenkins and the injunction against Northern Pacific employees. It calls the order a potential abuse of power, notes workers had right to strike, and urges a clarifying statute plus limits on contempt powers. Senate finance then proposes tax changes including a broad 2 percent levy on net profits for many corporations. The report suggests a minority view may appear. no action taken.
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Arain
Spakene
Great Northern
Palmer
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Police
New York
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Washington
House Committee On Judiciary
Jenkins
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Stone
Northern Pacific Railway Company
Labor Organizationa
Tax revision limits and exemptions in mid 1800s act
The document outlines amendments to a tax law, defining exemptions for salaries of state and local officers, removing the authority for collectors to enter premises to compel returns, setting a five year operational limit, adjusting the income computation rules to exempt interest and dividends already taxed, and expunging a clause about profit shares in corporations. A transitional note, plus a report from May 4 in Saint Augustine describes a tourism group and press club visitors touring Jacksonville and Savannah.
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National Press Club
St. Augustine
B. W. Wrenn
de Soto
Savannah
Nacoochee
Charleston
Opposition to Jacksonville bonds sparks injunction bid
In Jacksonville on May 4 a petition filed in U S court seeks a temporary injunction to bar issuance of 1 million dollars in bonds approved in October. John H Colvin, Chicago landowner, challenges legality of the bond election while bidding for sale to W N Coler & Co in New York. Ex President Harrison, visiting New York, says Cincinnati trip carried no political significance and plans to focus on private business.
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Bisbee & Hinenart
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D. A. Fletcher
Chicago
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Barrison
Fifth Avenue
Cincinnati
Harrison
General New
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DULL WEEK IN TRADE AND GOLD RESERVE DROP
The May 4 weekly Dun and Co review notes US resilience amid widespread disruption. Strikes across coal, coke, and other industries, rail blockades, and labor marches near the capital contrast with low wheat and commodity prices. Iron and steel prices rise on reduced output. gold shipments and reserve decline draw attention. Bank lending shifts occur as tariff changes loom. exports rise slightly while liabilities from failing firms fall. Also reported: railroad extension plans near Savannah, anarchist sentencing in London, and various regional notices.
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Review of Trade
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