Sharp Canadian reciprocity fight nears over tariff clash
Congress eyes a broad clash as President Taft backs Canadian reciprocity and tariff cuts. The Ottawa Washington talks reveal duty remissions, free lumber and fish, and the impact on New England shoes and Michigan autos. Senate and House lines form, with opposition from border-state senators and timing five weeks remaining.
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Hale
Frye
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Dillingham
Franklin Pierce
Morrill and
Edmunds
Smith
Michigan
Canada
Detroit
Pacific Coast
New England
Massachusetts
Fielding announces Canada United States reciprocity agreement
Ottawa minister of finance William Fielding presents the reciprocity deal with the United States in parliament. He praises Taft Knox and Patterson, says the aim is wider trade benefits without harming either country, and outlines tariff amendments and operation conditions. Some MPs warn of limited room for Britain talks. supporters emphasize market access gains.
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Ottawa
Ont
William Fielding
United States
Taft
Knox
Mr. Fielding
Canada
Fielding
Canadian Manufacturers’ Association
Grain Growers’ Association
William Patterson
Committee of Ways and Means
United Kingdom
United States Congress
Washington
P. G. Knox
W.&. Fielding
William A. Patterson
Congress
Great Britain
Taft Voices Broad View on Trade Ties with Canada
President Taft argues reciprocal trade with Canada should be broad and practical not a perfect balance of gains. He cites fisheries, through rates, and need to reduce waste, stressing mutual access to natural products and the benefits of closer commercial relations across the border. He calls Canada a good neighbor and urges swift congressional approval.
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Knox
Messrs
Fielding
Patterson
Taft
Canada
Interstate Commerce Commission
Custom House
United States
Congress
Free fish from Canada may lower prices in Boston and New York
F L Clemens of the Boston Fish Bureau says the new tariff schedule removing all duty on fish from Canada could lower prices in Boston and New York. He notes reductions on salt fish duties and argues the change may hurt Gloucester fleets while helping broader market conditions.
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Boston Fish Bureau
United States
Taft
Albany
Canada
Boston
New York
New York City
Gloucester
Nova Scotia
Newfoundland
American
Ireland
Norway
State Street
Enred
Charles E. Snell
Lester St
Providence
R. J
Phono-Pneumo
Huntington Ave
Mass
Mechanics’ Building
Home remedy promises quick relief for cough and bronchitis
The article touts Mentho Laxene based cough syrup made at home with 214 ounces essence Mentho Laxene, sugar, and boiling water. It claims rapid fever and congestion relief, non sicken or constipation, and curing cough with a teaspoonful 8 to 10 times daily, adjusted for children.
Lodge Not Ready to Talk on Act
Washington January 26 Post reports H C Lodge says he has not yet examined the proposed agreement with Canada and cannot comment or give an interview on the act.
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Lodge
Peters Sees Canada U.S. Reciprocity as Step Ahead
Congressman Andrew J. Peters says the new Canada United States reciprocity agreement marks a distinct step forward and should foster closer relations between the two nations.
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Cong. Peters
Post
Boston
Canada
United States
Andrew J. Peters
Proposed Treaty Alters Trade Duties Between Countries
The agreement lowers tariffs on several goods between the United States and Canada. Notable changes include meal at 12% cents per hundred, Canadian and American implements at 15 percent, and various cuts for clocks, watches, canoes, automobiles, and coal.
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United States
Canada
Pape's Diapepsin Promises Quick Stomach Relief
An ad claims Diapepsin digests all foods and cures indigestion within five minutes. It touts relief from sour stomach, belching, heartburn, gas, nausea, and headaches and invites readers to buy a 50 cent case from a pharmacist for rapid action.
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Pape
Gardners Chagrin Over Free Fish Treaty Provisions
Congressman Augustus P Gardner of Massachusetts criticizes a treaty removing duties on fresh and salt fish and boneless cod. He notes low profits in New England fisheries, argues protection is needed for farmers and fishers, and warns competition with Canadian labor.
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Washington
Augustus P. Gardner
Massachusetts
New Ireland
New England
Flags at Half Mast in Gloucester
Mayor Isaac Patch led speakers urging action against free fish in a proposed bill. He outlined mobilizing summer residents and business leaders to influence Senators and Representatives. A ten member committee was named, with plans to expand from fisheries interests. President Thomas J. Carroll of the Gloucester Board of Trade was in Washington in talks with Rep Gardner and Sen Lodge to press Gloucester’s cause.
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Isaac Patch
Patch
Gloucester
Thomas J. Carroll
Gloucester Board of Trade
Washington
Gardner
Lodge
Dr. Luther D. Shepard Dies at 70
Dr. Luther D. Shepard, 70, a nationally known dentist and dental writer, died suddenly of heart disease at the Wadsworth Hotel in Kenmore Street after a day at work. He taught at Harvard Dental School from 1868 and served as president of the American Dental Association and the World's Columbian Dental Congress in 1898.
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Luther D. Shepard
United States
Wadsworth Hotel
Kenmore Street
Shepard
Boston
Windham
John William Shepard
Harvard Dental School
Massachusetts State Board of Dental Examiners
American Dental Association
World’s Columbian Dental Congress
Chicago
Amherst Alumni Association
Chandler Seated After Protest, Wins by 18 Votes
Senator Fred A. Chandler of Addison was found entitled to his seat by a special committee after reviewing Frank Burnham’s protest. The committee declared Chandler elected by 18 votes.
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Augusta
Fred A. Chandler
Addison
Frank Burnham
Millbridge
Foss Sees Reciprocity Treaty as Opening Wedge
Governor Eugene N. Foss hailed a proposed Reciprocity Treaty as a vital opening toward full free trade with Canada. He predicted it would not harm industries or farmers and could lower prices for essentials, noting administration acknowledgment of popular demand and urging continued push for complete free trade between the nations.
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Eugene N. Foss
Canada
Congress
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Featured in Testimonial
A Creston Iowa woman recounts relief from inflammation pains headaches and nervousness after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The ad appeals to women to seek testimonials and notes many neighbors have found health restored by Pinkham medicines.
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Creston
Iowa
Lydia E. Pinkham
Wa. Seals
W. Howard St
Pinkham
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