Court Decision May Lead to Extra Session of Congress
From Cedar Rapids Iowa May 29 the DeLima ruling on insular duties sparks talk of an extra session. The court held Porto Rican duties illegal before the Foraker act and may apply the same logic to Philippine imports risking revenue loss and possible Philippines port openings until federal action in December.
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Decision means much comment on Porto Rico
The London Westminster Gazette argues a momentous U S court ruling could let Congress shape dependencies outside the Constitution. It says the shift alters Americas relation to Europe, imperial reach, and Monroe doctrine, with fear of a stronger world power and need for friendly Anglo American ties. In St Petersburg Persia reports a Russian loan failure blamed on Shah security limits and British pressure. Jamestown reports a high pressure oil gusher near the Kentucky line, 20 miles north of Jamestown, with oil at 870 feet.
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Texas Leads Confederate Veterans Camps at Memphis Session
At Memphis on May 20 the United Confederate Veterans met for a second day. Texas topped representation with 129 camps and 451 delegates, while total camps reached 1359 and delegates 2309. Resolutions urged Congress to fund Confederate dead care and a monument to General Lee, with broad support and memorial plans advancing.
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Southern convention remembers Winnie Davis in services
The text notes a fundraising appeal for $10 727 followed by brief sacred services in memory of Winnie Davis. The convention then adjourned for recess. The details imply a memorial event tied to southern commemorations and ongoing fundraising efforts.
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Sixth annual Sons of Veterans session routine
Memphis May 29 The sixth annual session of the Sons of Veterans was devoid of any special interest with only routine business transacted today.
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Sons of Veterans
Plague Progress in Hong Kong Sparks Sanitary Crackdown
May 29 report from Hong Kong says bubonic plague is progressing toward a serious outbreak, with the worst epidemic since 1894. Authorities call for drastic sanitary measures to control spread.
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Denton Raises Curfew Age to 18
Denton Texas city council approved a curfew ordinance increasing the minimum age for exemptions from 16 to 18 years. The measure tightens rules for minors and aims to regulate after hours conduct in the city.
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