Tariff Reform Debate Driven by Patronage Critique
New York dispatch reports a Democratic club dinner where Governor Woodrow Wilson urged tariff reform as the campaign’s central issue. He condemned policies based on favoritism and warned that U S tariffs shield disadvantage in both global markets and domestic industry.
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New York
National Democratic Club
Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Wilson
Democratic Party
America
Gompers Referred About McNamara Links in Explosions
Charles Bookwalter, former Indianapolis mayor, says Samuel Gompers and AFL knew John J. McNamara directed a series of dynamite blasts linked to labor strife. Bookwalter claims he told many labor leaders, including McNamara’s alleged “guerrilla warfare,” and expects to testify before a federal grand jury.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Charles A. Bookwalter
John J. McNamara
Bookwalter
Albert von Scheckelen
Federal
von Shrecen
John J
Eo T
McNamara
Gomperts
Sheep tax dodging allegations against Senator Warren emerge
A leaked table compiled by Assessor J C Thompson Jr. and a confirming letter from Commissioner John McGill detail Warren Live Stock company shearing figures at Pole Creek and Meadow Spring. The correspondence shows tax assessments and unascertained amounts, with pressure to prevent delinquent payments in Wyoming county records.
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Warren
Senator Warren
J C. Thompson, Jr
John McGill
Thompson
Cheyenne
Wyo
F. B
Washington, D. C
Benator
Laramie County
Pole Creek
Warren Live Stock Company
Luramie
Hanged in Tabriz After Attack on Russians
In Tabriz, Persia, Jan 3, a Russian court martial hanged sixteen captives yesterday and eight more this afternoon for the recent assault on Russian troops. Trials are rapid with bodies displayed in the public square. Among the executed were Shogat Yilsima, a religious sect leader, and Selk Salem, a top assembly member. Shua-ad-Dowleh, brother of the ex shah, arrived to assume the governorship, escorted by Cossacks.
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Tabriz
Persia
Selk Salem
Shua-ad-Dowleh
Bether
Exshah
WILL TRY 10 FLY GROSS THE ATLANTIC
Lynn Massachusetts January 3 A trans Atlantic flight of 2450 miles is planned for next April by Harry N Atwood to last around thirty hours An improved hydroplane designed by Atwood and built by Burgess and Curtiss at Marblehead Mass will attempt the record The craft will have about 160 horsepower and carry food in the pilot s pocket Start is set for 8 pm with first night by compass and morning wake searches to follow the wake of ocean liners for navigation assistance
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Lynn
Mass
Atwood
Breghby
Bryan Deolards hp will not be candidate
Tampa Florida January 3 Bryan gave a firm statement that he cannot conceive any condition that would make him consider becoming a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1912 He left for Washington tonight after arriving in Havana and declaring he will not seek the nomination.
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Bryan Deolards
Tampa
Fla
Democratic Party
Bryan
Havana
Washington
Standard Oil Announces Oil Price Increases
New York January 3. The Standard Oil Co. today announced an advance of fifteen points in all grades of refined oil and an increase of one half cent per gallon on all grades of naphtha.
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New York
Turmoil in Peking as Imperial and Republican forces clash
Rumors say negotiations by telegraph may resume between Premier Yuan and Wu Ting Fang. Imperial delegates report terror in Shanghai and troops ordered to Chin Wang Tao and Lunchow to quell mutineers. Foreigners abandon Chung King as Tein Tein rail authorities fear attacks. Imperial government troops at Lanchow split Manchu and Chinese, with Chinese units mutinous and seeking a republic. Empress dowager partially funds Yuan with 2 million from private treasury.
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Ching
Jon
Yuan Shi Kai
Wu Ting Fang
Shanghai
Wang Tao
Chang Tu
Chung King
Tein Tein
Pekin
Chin
Aty
Gulf of
Liao Tang
Lanchow
Wang Wie Tze
Ching Wang Tse
Admiral Evans Dies in New York at 74
Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans, retired, died suddenly in New York City after a morning improvement. He commanded ships including the Meet Around the World voyage and resigned from command near San Francisco amid long public service. His death drew official condolences from naval leaders and the government.
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New York
Washington
D. C
Robly D. Evans
Stricker
Ogy Prancisco
Cima
Wreatpat Aekters
La Follette Blames Overcapitalization for High Living Costs
Chicago Jan 3 La Follette on campaign tour asserts overcapitalization of corporations drives the high cost of living. He says government must reform money interests and vows to challenge the biggest trust on earth. He claims familiarity with both sides of the issue.
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Til
la Follette
Hllinois
Amy
La Follette Trip Extended Then Abandoned Plans
Senator La Follette planned to extend a two week speaking tour through North and South Dakota Minnesota and the Middle West but the extension was abandoned tonight. The present tour will conclude this week.
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Chicago
la Vollette
North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Middle West States
la Follette
Earthquake Shakes Towns in Illinois and Wisconsin
An early January earthquake struck northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin at about 10 20 am. Distinct tremors were felt in Aurora Ottawa Dekalb Lockport Yorkville Joliet Waukegan Mentone Sandwich and Chicago with objects displaced and residents alarmed. The Aurora Beacon press room toppled and doors jammed while locals compared the event to past blasts.
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Tunola
Wisconsin
Aurora
Ottawa
Dekalb
Lockport
Yorkville
Joliet
Pulman
Ment¢ota
Sandwich
Waskegan
Pleasant Prairie
Wis
Boburbe
Superintendent Crandall Transferred From Santa Fe Pueblo School
Washington Jan 3 The investigation into charges against C J Crandall superintendent of the Santa Fe boarding school for Pueblo Indians leads to his transfer to the Pierre Indian school in South Dakota The Pueblo’s protest alleged improper protection of interests and insider privilege of the insiders involved with proper compensation Crandall is succeeded by Qos mastal as superintendent.
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D. C
C. J. Crandall
Pierre
South Dakota
Pueblo
Crandall
Indiana
Ins
Masta
Wyoming Game Wardens Report Details Elk Hay Reserves and Licenses
D F Hudson, state game warden of Wyoming, filed the annual report noting four districts and new district appointments. Elk feeding ranged from 5 000 to 7 000 at seven Jacksons Hole sites with over 500 tons of hay stored. The state recorded 48 arrests for game-law violations and $650 in fines, licenses totaling 9 514 bringing $28 178 gross, with $5 108 commission and $23 070 net to the state. Wildlife trends show deer slowly declining while mountain sheep remain stable and antelope suffer from predators and hunters.
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Jackson's Hole
Drresta
Taft Confirms He Will Not Quit Nomination Fight
Washington reports quote President Taft saying only death could keep him from the fight for the Republican nomination. He denies plans to bow out for Roosevelt and says he will not withdraw before the Chicago convention. Taft states he is ready to stand for re election if called and will await the nominating ballots in Chicago next June.
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Taft
White House
Roosevelt
Chicago
Tariff board sets hearings on leather schedule
The tariff board will hold hearings January 16 with shoe manufacturers and tanners to decide the best way to conduct the inquiry. The board plans to deploy field agents to collect statistics as the investigation begins. The Monetary Commission meets to review the final report and submit it by next Tuesday, aiming to safeguard the association from internal contravention.
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Washington
Tariff Board
Meéet
Washington, D. C
Monetary Commission
Senate
New Orleans Probed in Mexican Rebel Shipment Plot
U S authorities widen inquiry into revolutionary activities linked to Mexico’s government opponents. Evidence suggests shipments of ammunition and rifles from Pennsylvania New Jersey to New Orleans and Texas border points. Four Mexicans held under surveillance. several steamers monitored as officials weigh further actions.
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Mexico
Madero
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Texas
United States
Arterie
Turkish Parliament Dissolution Rumor Surfaces
London reports a rumor that the Turkish parliament will be dissolved amid peace talks. Italy prepares to send forces while speculation of parliament reconvening is postponed, signaling no immediate prospect for peace.
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Jan
Italy
Iits
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