Supreme Court backs ICC power to demand coal contracts
A Washington Supreme Court ruling affirms the Interstate Commerce Commission may require coal railroad contracts in the Pennsyl vania coal trust case tied to Temple Iron and Baer. The decision targets the operating company veil and supports stripping the disguise from the conspiracy, aligning with Hearst’s 1902 interstate commerce suit. It underscores the goal of enforcing the constitution and federal law against monopolistic acts.
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Pennsylvania
Coal Trust
Mr. Baer
Temple Iron Company
William R. Hearst
The
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Supreme Court
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Anthracite Coal Trust
State of
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Northern Securities
Early adjournment eyed as Congress nears election
The article notes a possible early adjournment of Congress before month’s end, potentially the earliest on the eve of a presidential election in 40 years. It cites 1888 and 1900 as extremes and suggests many tasks may be left undone to finish the session amid campaign activity and postal scandals.
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Congress
Political tussle hints at last minute maneuvers
The piece criticizes the majority party for using white banners and whitewash to push jobs into the sundry civil and general deficiency bills. It argues the Senate tactic would force the House to swallow the provisions or risk a longer session as both bodies prepare for party conventions.
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McCall
Senate
Health of Cuba and Platt amendment obligations debate
The article discusses Cuba's budget omitting subsidies for sanitation, testing the Platt amendment. It notes American concerns over Havana failing to maintain U S sanitary works and questions U S protest rights now Cuba is sovereign. It warns of reciprocal trade tensions if tariffs on sugar and tobacco are not met. President Palma’s stance is briefly mentioned.
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Cuban Republic
United States
Washington
Cuba
Havana
Puerto Principe
Santiago
Palma
Careless Handling in Death Case by Medical Examiner
The Post condemns Dr. Mead for failing to examine the body of Mabel Page when first called, arguing the delay allowed a murderer to escape. It praises Mead's skill yet holds him responsible for the error and its consequences in public duty.
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Julian A. Mead
Nce
Akc
Wroginton
Mabel Page
Mead
Page Café
Steamship Rivalry Over Transatlantic Mail Delivery
Since the American line shifted its sailing day to Saturday a bold race has emerged with Cunard to be first to deliver mails at London and New York post offices. American line ships Philadelphia St. Louis New York St. Paul compete with Cunard vessels Etruria Campania Lucania Umbria Ivernia Saxonia routing between New York Southampton and New York or Boston Liverpool.
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General Post
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New York
Philadelphia
St. Louis
St. Paul
American Line
Etruria
Campania
Lucania
Umbria
Ivernia
Saxonia
Cunard Line
Southampton
Boston
Liverpool
Gaelic League of Boston Elects Officers at Anniversary
The Gaelic League of Boston held its anniversary meeting at 1151 Washington Street last evening. Elected were P. J. Conlan as president Cornelius R Sullivan as secretary Mrs M E Curley as treasurer and Rev Michael P Mahan as honorary president. The five member council to govern the Gaelic school for the year includes Daniel Sullivan George P Madden M D Daniel J Sullivan Patrick Higgins and P J O Daly. A new rule requires new members to be in sympathy with the Irish language movement.
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Gaelic League of
Boston
Washington Street
P. J. Conlan
Cornelius R. Sullivan
M. E. Curley
Michael P. Mahan
Daniel Sullivan
George P. Madden
M. D
Daniel J. Sullivan
Patrick Higgins
P. J. O'Daly
Petition for Charles Cole Pardon Pending Action
Charles Cole former Globe National Bank president remains in Greenfield jail serving an eight year sentence. The U S district attorney’s office in the city is preparing an answer to the pardon petition sent to Washington. Papers are expected to be ready for sending to Washington by week’s end.
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Charles Cole
Globe National Bank
Cole
Greenfield
United States District Attorney
Department of Justice
Washington
House Rejects Sewage Bill for Separate Drainage
In a heated session the House debated advancing the sewage bill on third reading. Opponents fought the provision that implementing separate drainage systems be funded publicly. The measure was defeated by an overwhelming vote.
Easter Monday egg rolling at the White House
Hundreds of children from diverse backgrounds took part in the Easter Monday egg rolling on the White House grounds. The Marine Band played for the youngsters as Mrs Roosevelt hosted women from the Cabinet circle and a group of her young friends, with the President joining after luncheon.
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Washington
White House
Marine Band
Stealthy Steve Meets Admiral Togo Aboard Japanese Fleet
Stealthy Steve descends in an airship and meets Admiral Togo aboard the flagship. They chat over cigars as the sleuth jokes with the Japanese admiral, discussing Port Arthur, Alexeiff, and a clever war strategy while the crew watches in awe. To be continued.
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Steve
Thanx
United States
Admiral Togo
the Mikado
Mr. Slowgo
Alexieff
Port Arthur
Aleck
Health rumor ends with certs at Castle Square
The Observant Citizen 1 talks with Howell Hansel of Castle Square Theatre on Boylston Street about health rumors. Hansel denies poor health, cites a recent grip attack and offers doctor certificates for distribution at the box office between 1 and 2 p m daily.
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Castle Square
Boylston Street
Hansel
The
Buttinsky
Reform Club Condemns Curley Politicians in Boston
City Treasurer George A. Crocker told the Massachusetts Reform Club in Boston that city government is better than expected and condemned the Curley era figures for fraud. He said voters and officials who supported Alderman Curley and Representative Thomas Curley faced widespread moral criticism and highlighted a loosening national moral tone.
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James Curley
George A. Crocker
Massachusetts Reform Club
Young’s Hotel
Thomas F
James A. Curley
Alderman Curley
Thomas Curley
Iso
Crocker
Supreme Court Rules Coal Contracts Must Be Produced
The Supreme Court reversed a New York Circuit ruling in Interstate Commerce Commission v Baird known as the Anthracite Coal case. It held that coal and railroad purchase contracts must be supplied in proceedings, addressing Hearst's 1902 complaint against major railroads over discriminatory practices affecting Pennsylvania anthracite mines. Justice Day delivered the opinion confirming the commission's entitlement to testimony and documentary books and papers.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Baird
The
Anthracite Coal Company
Supreme Court of the United States
United States Circuit Court
Southern District of New York
W. R. Hearst
New York
Pennsylvania
Circuit Court of New York
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Justice Day
William Randolph Hearst
Philadelphia & Reading
Lehigh Valley
Delaware & Lackawanna
Central Railroad of New Jersey
Circuit Court of the United
Commission
Lhater
Circuit C
Town romance in Dublin district 7 school tale
Esther Powers arrives to teach in District 7 Dublin and sparks a quiet bond with Gerald Harris, owner of the lake lodge, as she shops and ponders her engagement to Boyce Hulbert Her host Mrs Gowen notes the neighborhood gossip while October and summer hues frame the town and the Woods set the stage for a tentative love across social boundaries
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Esther Powers
Dublin
Hannah Gowen
Boyce Hulbert
Miss Powers
Gerald Harris
Gowen
Ethel Powers
Pwen
Rain Coats and Cravenette Cloth Defined
Rain Coats, Spring Coats and Cravenettes are described as synonymous. Cravenette fabric is a worsted material waterproofed by a secret chemical process. The cloth remains comfortable in all weather and does not resemble a heavy mackintosh.
End of a Term in Love at Dublin
Miss Powers questions the season shift to December as Gerald Harris proclaims plans to see the first snowfall. Ethel Powers reveals no fiancé really exists, admitting the myth to deter suitors. Harris lingers, awaiting the term’s end amid unfolding romantic tension.
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Miss Powers
Gerald Harris
Dublin
Boyce Hulbert
Harris
Hulbert
Short Session Spasm Grips State House Meetings Held
A brief session spasm hits the State House as both House and Senate adjourn, with Speaker Frothingham urging chairmen to speed up committee work. In the Senate, Senator Callender seeks to require petitions for legislation by late January with a $3 printing fee, decision postponed to today.
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State House
House
Senate
Frothingham
Callender
Secretary of State
Dorchester Couple Observe Golden Wedding
Nearly 100 friends and relatives of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Clark, longtime Dorchester residents, gathered at 1642 Dorchester Avenue to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary last evening. The hosts were aided by family members. Both Mr. and Mrs. Clark remain in unusually good health.
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J. R. Clark
Dorchester Avenue
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