Insular Decision Prompts Wide Debate at Supreme Court
Long dispute among justices over Congress powers on duties and Puerto Rican status. Brown and White aligned after fierce argument to uphold the Foraker act while dissenting on earlier issues. Ruling shifts Puerto Rico to domestic status and affects Philippine access and Taft commission actions.
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Washington
Supreme Court of the United States
Brown
White
Congress
Fuller
Harlan
Brewer and Peckham
Brown and White
Porto Rico
Philippines trade policy sparks calls to change customs law
The text argues Spain should be allowed duty free import of its goods into the Philippines and notes potential free entry to the United States without congressional action. It urges abrogation of Taft commission customs law and highlights divergent views in the eastern press and among leading politicians regarding a Supreme Court decision.
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Supreme Court
Porto Rico
United States
Spain
Philippines
Foraker
Taft Commission
United States Supreme Court
Beveridge
Congress
ASK FOR OPEN SALOONS
Kansas City voters petitioned police commissioners to resume the city’s Sunday closing policy after Carrie Nation’s crusade tightened saloons. The 16 000 taxpayer petition claims drug stores sell on Sundays and that many patrons travel to Kansas City Kansas to drink.
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Kansas City
Kan
Strike Ordered by Machinists in District No 8
The executive board of District No 8 of the International Association of Machinists ordered a strike that could involve six thousand workers in shops not complying with union demands. It follows a failure to arbitrate with the National Metal Trades Association and could pull in molders blacksmiths and patternmakers if prolonged.
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Chicago
Disstrict No. 8
International Association of Machinists
National Metal Trades Association
Five horse thieves lynched by mob in California
A May 31 dispatch reports a mob in California hanged five horse thieves. The event, described as a wholesale lynching, occurred tonight and is noted by the Journal as a dramatic act of frontier justice.
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California
New York
The
Journal
Engley Brothers Held in Traction Ticket Plot Bail Set
Frederick H. Engley a Washington Traction conductor and his brother Samuel Engley of Hyattsville were held on three thousand dollars bail on charges of a plot to flood Washington with bogus car tickets.
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Washington
Frederick H. Engley
Washington Traction Company
Samuel Engley
Hyattsville
Northwestern Steamship Northtown Leaves for Europe
The Northtown steamship under Captain Peterson sailed from Chicago for Hamburg and Antwerp carrying agricultural machinery provisions and oil cake. The cargo includes summer clothing, suits, underwear and Gent's furnishings from J. L. Horton at 20 Bland Street.
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Chicago
Northwestern Steamship Company
Northtown
Peterson
Europe
Hamburg
Antwerp
J. L. Horton’s
Bland St
Blvenzid Mercantile Sells Criterion Clothing
The Criterion brand from Blvenzid Mercantile Co. is marketed as made to fit and made to wear, aiming to please purchasers with comfortable fit and durable wear.
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Blvenzid Mercantile Co
Tanaill Punch Promoted As Spring Mood Booster
An antique ad touts Tanaill Punch as a cure for spring fever and a mood lifter. It claims the drink makes users happy and content, with availability from Flat Top Grocery Company and other dealers. Also seeks an experienced engineer to operate two plain slide valve engines for Stony Greek Lumber Co in Tacoma Virginia.
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Flat Top Grocery Company
Stony Greek Lumber Co
Tacoma
Reform Sparks Watchful Public in Solid South
A political clash in the Solid South draws sharp public attention as reform efforts face uncertain gains. Observers suggest changes may come but current loyalties keep reform on the back burner and politics in flux.
Slayer of Harris Gains Freedom in Low-Fine Case
After a two week trial and two day jury deliberation, the case of Manns was settled with a verdict of involuntary manslaughter. Judge Sanders imposed a small fine of five dollars and the matter moves from McDowell to this county for final disposition. The proceedings included appeals and a venue change, with Mrs Manus aiding the defense and Harris’s widow receiving less sympathy due to her remarriage.
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Sanders
Manus
Harris
Tillman McLaurin contest signals shift in Southern politics
Washington notes the Tillman McLaurin battle in South Carolina could upend southern political traditions. A McLaurin win would accelerate a radical realignment, as solid Confederate states have long backed Republicans, retarding regional development and cross‑regional political ties.
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Maryland
Delaware
West Virginia
Kentucky
Missouri
Tennessee
South
North
Beveridge Seeks Rural Insights During Berlin Visit
Senator Beveridge arrives in Berlin to meet Prince Hatzfeld at Trachenberg and discuss rural conditions with officials including Coust Von Buelow Baron Von Rhein egaben Dr Von Miquel and Dr Von Siemens. He plans to travel to Russia tomorrow afternoon and comments on the insular cases ruling.
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Berlin
Beveridge
United States
Prince Hutzfeld
Trachenberg
Silesia
Coust von Buelow
Baron von Rheinegaben
von Miquel
von Siemens
Russia
Forty Strikers Killed at Obu choff Iron Works
St Petersburg on May 31 reports say soldiers killed forty strikers at the Obu choff Iron Works and wounded about one hundred fifty others after a violent clash between striking workers and police. The troops were called out and fired three volleys into the unarmed crowd.
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St Petersburg
Obuchoff Iron Works
Police Chiefs Head Election Fails Devery in New York
In New York on May 31 Deputy Chief Devery was defeated 51 to 50 by Major Richard Sylvester, chief of police of Washington, for the presidency of the National Association of Police Chiefs of the United States. Mr McElway of Brooklyn declined the NY appointment to represent at the Charleston exposition, and Gov appointed James L Townsend. The Bluefield Mercantile offers values in white shirt waists.
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New York
Devery
Richard Sylvester
Washington
National Association of Police Chiefs of the
United States
McElway
Broklyn
James L. Townsend
Bluefield Mercantile
Caught a Dreadful Cold
Marion Rooke manager for T M Thompson a large millinery importer in Chicago says severe weather gave her a dreadful cold that kept her awake. She bought Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after a milliner used it with quick relief and she recovered quickly. Sold by H White.
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Marion Rooke
T. M. Thompson
Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago
Chamberlain
Sele
H. ¥. White
Constitution Rejected by President on Cuban Pact
Washington May 31 The president refused to accept the Cuban constitution as adopted at Havana citing an added explanation or interpretation to the Platt amendment. The administration hopes the Cuban convention will modify the disputed provisions to avoid conflict with U.S. law. Officials believe objectionable paragraphs have not been published and may be removed.
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Washington
South Carolina
McLaurie
Havana
Des Moines Elks Open State Meeting Prepares for Milwaukee Grand Lodge
Delegates from Iowa lodges gather in Des Moines May 5 to organize for the Milwaukee grand lodge meeting. The focus is on fielding strong support for C E Pickett and shaping the campaign for the grand exalted ruler race while warning rivals against overestimating strength. An overcoat and footwear ads appear amid clipped notices and classifieds.
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Des Moines
The
Elks
Milwaukee
Grand Lodge
Iowa
Lows
C. E. Pickett
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promised Quick Body Blessing
Advert says the vegetarian tonic cures constipation dizziness headaches stomach and liver troubles. Promises relief for fever and body ailments with no griping and only a simple purchase at drug stores.
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Dr. King
New Life
Dissolution Notice of Geo N Speiden & Co Firm
The undersigned announce the dissolution of the business previously operated as Geo N Speiden & Co. The firm’s business will be continued by Saxon Lime and Lumber Company, a corporation, with Geo N Spieden and Hoye Mason listed.
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Geo. N. Speiden & Co
Saxon Lime and Lumber Company
Geo. N. Spieden. Hoye Mason
Flood Destroys Telegraph Lines and Ills Liners
A raging flood washed down four telegraph lines near Lisbon Nebraska. Dias C Elis, waist deep in water, suffered severe cold and cough. Doctors in Oakland Sioux City and Omaha diagnosed consumption. Taven Lorgan used Dr King’s New Discovery and was cured after six bottles. Sold by druggists for 50 cents and 1.00 dollar.
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Dias. C. Elis
Lisbon
Oakland
Drunken Miner Kills Friend Near Tug River Coal Yard
Will Ward is killed by fellow miner Duncan in Welch area after an altercation over broken trunks. Duncan fled but was captured near Davy, brought to Welch for a preliminary hearing, and remanded for grand jury action. Ward leaves a wife and three children.
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No 11
Welch
Will Ward
Tug River Coal and Coke Company
Ward
No. 12
Hawk’s Nest
Chesapeake and Ohio
Dunecan
Tug River Company
Davy Crockett Company
Tug River
Duncan
Davy
Duncawn
Summit Fuel and Supply Co Sells to Summit City Fuel Co
The Summit Fuel and Supply Co sells and transfers all stock and fixtures to Summit City Fuel Co. The business will be conducted by the new concern, with a request for continued patronage. May 20, 1901.
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Summit Fuel and Supply Co
Summit City Fuel Company
Cocern
Sumi? City Fuel & Supply Co
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Sylvester
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Crockett and Wolford’s
J. L. Horvon
Telegraph
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KR. L. Hutson
W.T. Tabor
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John Kennedy
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