Debate Over Public Utilities Commission in 1903 Senate Row
The 1903 debate centers on creating a public utilities commission. The Senate rejected the minority bill, the House rejected it by four votes, and the legislature faces a returning clash amid contentious party lines. Analysts warn future action may hinge on this issue becoming pivotal in state politics.
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House
General Assembly
Gietian
Public Utilities Commission
Courant
Bulkeley
Evolution of the Trust System Promises Retail Expansion
A magazine predicts rapid evolution of the trust system, with centralized control over production and distribution shaping food, paper, and goods. It foresees a shift toward retail dominance in the United States within ten years, citing Roebuck and Greenhat as examples and noting widespread implications for manufacturing and commerce.
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Tion
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Conary
Greenhat
Roebuck 2 Co
Seare-Roebuck Co
Weeks signals no call for extra session on utilities
Gov Weeks says he will not consider an extra General Assembly session to tackle the public utilities question. Lawmakers may act differently after consulting constituents, but pre election obligations, aided by lobby pressure, likely prevent major shifts. The piece notes a new tariff allowing the Philippines to ship 150,000,000 cigars duty free, a small share of U S demand, and potential effects on competition and Connecticut wrappers demand.
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Weeks
General Assembly
Philippines
Head of Chicago Street Railways Faces Strike
The Chicago Street Railways leadership confronted a potential strike as 1300 employees voted in favor of striking if wage demands were not met. City officials feared a major traffic disruption, with arbitration proposals made to avert a walkout, as leaders urged citizens to help prevent unrest.
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Chicago
Peeney
Rene
Iweny
Gorman Foils Senator Rayner at Democratic Convention
Baltimore Aug 12 Senator Rayner faced an Indorsement fight as the Democratic State convention debated his re election bid. Arthur P Gorman rallied allies to block a unanimous Rayner endorsement and warned he may run himself. Rayner denied seeking an Indorsement, while the convention agreed to back his record but remove a rival plank. Joshua W Her ing was renominated State Comptroller as the platform backed the State Administration and the disfranchisement amendment.
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Arthur P. Gorman
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Labor Condemns Governor Draper in Maine Meeting
In Boston Maine a labor committee of the State Branch American Federation of Labor denounced Eben S Draper the Massachusetts governor for vetoing an eight hour labor bill and for opposing labor measures. They urged defeating Draper and allies in upcoming primaries and elections and condemned supporters of the governor as enemies of the movement. President Philip H Sweet presided at the assembly.
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Census Appointments Headed for Public Reveal
Washington Aug 12 President Taft will appoint more than 400 census supervisors and make the names public next Saturday or Monday Assistant Secretary McHarg and Census Director Durand plan Beverly talks to finalize appointments The Southern state allotment may divide posts between Democrats and Republicans and key figures are named in the drafts
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Women to play at statesmanship in new Good Government Club
A newly formed Good Government Club in New York plans a full cabinet style, a functioning congress, and a Supreme Court with women officers to study government from national to municipal levels. Prominent club women including Mrs. Belle de Rivera and Mrs. A. S. Wilson will lead, aiming to educate the feminine mind on state affairs and address issues from trust busting to tariffs.
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Kansas City to Build New Union Station at $30 Million
Negotiations concluded after a decade to authorize a new Union Station and freight terminal system in Kansas City. The complex, costing $30 million for the station and $80 million for related terminals, will occupy Twenty third Street and Baltimore Avenue, feature a T shaped, fireproof classic design, multiple arches and a vast main waiting area, with over 300 passenger trains expected daily and comprehensive subway access for mail baggage and express services.
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