Senate Tariff Debate Turns Party Taunt Exchange
In Washington on May 19 Democrats and Republicans sparred over the tariff fight. Senator Bailey accused Republicans of orchestrating disputes to mask their own rifts, while Senator Hale urged there was no conspiracy and predicted cross party support on a protective tariff bill. Bailey cited Governor Johnson’s interview. Bailey challenged its accuracy and tied railroad interests to the minority’s stance.
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Rogers Kindness to Helen Keller Revealed by Twain
New York May 19 The benevolent acts of Henry H Rogers toward Helen Keller were kept secret for over twenty five years. Twain, a close friend, disclosed Rogers funded Keller’s early education and mentored her through skilled teachers to become a renowned figure.
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May Re elect Miss Bacon President of State Federation
Springfield May 19 The State Federation of Women s Clubs opens a two day session with about 800 delegates. Indications point to Miss Georgie A Bacon of Worcester being re elected president with officers chosen without contest tomorrow. Reports show treasurer Katherine E Flagg balance of 1100 38.
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Allan Line Steamer Mongolian Caught in Ice Pack Off St Johns
The Allan Line steamer Mongolian became immobile amid ice floes near the harbor opening. Fishermen reached the vessel and shared news with officers and passengers while wind and tide pressed the pack tighter. The ship, built in Glasgow in 1890, measures 298.2 feet with 4838 tons gross, and its engines produce 600 horsepower.
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Wages Cut Possible for Fall River Mills
A possible eight percent wage reduction for thousands of workers in Fall River print cloth mills may take effect over the six months starting June 14. The cut follows a sliding scale between workers and manufacturers adjusting wages to cotton print cloth margins.
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Textile council reports six month margin drop to 74 9232
The textile council reports a six month margin ending June of 74 9232, suggesting an 8.4 percent wage cut. President James Tansy declined comment on impact. The margin could trigger wage reductions in New England cotton mills, with manufacturers split on whether to proceed or waive the reduction as last November.
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New England
House Approves Franchise Tax Bill by 86 to 112 Vote
The measure to direct corporate franchise taxes to the state where a business is located passed the House by a vote of 86 to 112. The bill now moves to the senate for consideration.
Police canvass shows smaller voting list in Boston
The Boston police annual canvass reports a drop in eligible male voters 20 years and over. Election Commission figures indicate 1166 fewer men in the city registered in early May compared with the previous year.
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Election Board
Police ward baseball? Names loss in wards this year
The police list totals 201,391 names this year versus 202,557 last year. Republican losses occurred in Wards 10 11 and 12. Ward 11 shows the largest decline with 136 more missing names than a year ago. Ward by ward figures follow.
John L. May Mulls Second Marriage Rumor
Boston boxing figure John L. May considered another marriage after a Chicago divorce, with friends split on the plan. One theory points to an old Roxbury sweetheart now a Brooklyn widow, while Seattle chatter quoted him joking about following a spouse’s example. Reduced Adirondack round trips offered from Boston May 28 to June 5.
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Washington Street
Swartz and West In Red-Hot Bout
Yankee Swartz and Tommy West fought six rounds at the West End A. C. West pressed early and took the lead with constant aggression. Swartz used a sharp left jab and smart boxing, then rallied in the last rounds to improve his standing. West, from California, dominated the action in most rounds.
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Yanger Faces Defeat in Waterloo Bout
Benny Yanger once the Tipton Slasher fought ten rounds with Harry Cuteh at Sharkey A C in Waterloo New York. Yanger showed speed early but faded after the third round and lasted the distance mainly on bulldog grit.
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Waterloo
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Sharkey A. C
Yanger
Constipation and a Natural Remedy Promoted
A health notice warns constipation risks to health and promotes Hunyadi Janos Water as a gentle, effective laxative. It claims daily bowel movement is essential and urges readers to beware druggists who substitute. The remedy is said to work within an hour after a single tumblerful.
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