Taft Opposes Abolition of Judicial Court in Congress Clash
Los Angeles Times reports a heated confrontation over a proposed bill to end the railroad era’s controversial court. Critics say the committee court entrenched railroad power, while supporters warn it would cripple government regulation and provoke a veto.
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House
Senate
Comrmuneton
Taft
Ballin- Keriam
Lees
Justice Niere
Los Angeles Times
Coming storm over money trust probes shocks bankers
A Wisconsin State Journal excerpt warns of forthcoming investigations into the money trust. It suggests disclosures of stockholders and directors who borrow from their banks and the securities used as collateral, anticipating wider probes into bank and insurance figures.
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Insurance Companion
Amitheroena
Dleath
Wisconsin State Journal
Taft Nominates on First Ballot Amid Party Debate
A Chicago scene reports Republican platform aims to lower tariff rates to appease progressives and curb democratic tariff arguments. The piece notes past platform failures, Democrats’ House record, and Elihu Root’s temporary chairmanship signals Taft's likely first-ballot nomination despite hopes for Langbourne.
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Despe Op
Elihu Root Ue
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Roomwell, Lalolots
Cummingwold
Taft
Lang- Bing
Rochwater Wyoming Asbestos Company Eyeing Glenrock Mine
The article reports a proposed asbestos mine seven miles south of Glenrock on the Northwestern railway by the Rochwater Wyoming Asbestos Company. It details plans for a 75 ton daily reduction mill and argues capital investment will boost Wyoming’s mineral resources and regional growth.
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Denver
Wyoming
Rochwater-Wyoming Aelestos Company
Thanette
Glenrock
Northwestern
Tevyand
Warren and Cohgress Riders Draw Presidential Rebuke
President condemns speculative riders attached to an army appropriation bill amid ongoing party disputes. The piece singles out Senator Warren and Wyoming influence as hastening dissension, noting Warren's past stances and implying political maneuvering against Roosevelt.
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Cohgress
Ho Othrough
Congress
Wyoming
House
Senate
Teldy
Chicago
Ilen
Letter Sparks Political Plot For Roosevelt Backing
The letter from Warren guides Hankins and associates to maneuver for Roosevelt, warning not to act until told and outlining schemes to push Taft aside, Court a independent run, and influence votes. The plan mentions editors, discreet actions, and mounting a political machine while coordinating with Hankins and others.
Public Land Decisions Clarify Homestead and Citizenship Rules
The interior secretary rules on amended homestead entries under the enlarged act, noting eligibility for public land entry despite felony conviction, and clarifying residence, cultivation and citizenship implications for purchases, cash entries, widows, and Canadians.
Colored delegates urged to resist bribery at Chicago convention
The piece urges the 66 colored delegates to Taft not to yield to bribery amid pressure to switch to Roosevelt. It warns that accepting cash would lower the race’s standing and harm progress toward recognition, noting Roosevelt’s accusations of theft while questioning the extent of inducements.
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Chicago
Taft
Roosevelt
South
Homesteaders to Bring Much Monkey Into State
Homesteaders prepare to prove up under the Borah Law and gain title to land after two years of discouragement. Access to loans will help them modernize homes, buy better equipment, and increase cultivation, boosting community prosperity and supporting wood grain crop growth in Wyoming.
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Wyoming
Disgusted Republicans Split Over Roosevelt Nomination
The passage notes disgust with dog plight and anger at Chicago leaders, with conservatives and high class Republicans considering voting for the Democratic ticket over Roosevelt. It mentions a shift toward Bryan and questions whether Roosevelt will be the regular convention nominee.
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Chicago
Roosevelt
William Jennings Bryan
The Steam Roller Party Machinery
The phrase refers to political strategy and party organization. It implies dominance of one side if opponents lack similar machinery, suggesting a strong, disciplined operation behind campaigns and political contests.
Desert Lands Entry and Contest Procedures in Practice
In a contest case the charge of abandonment and lack of cultivation may be denied. silence by the contestee can be construed as admission of the charge. Certiorari petitions require showing error in the decision. A motion for review to the commissioner acts as an appeal. Desert land entries are not abandoned by entry actions nor by unsurveyed lands within ninety days after filing. possession may support a possible preference right under the 1908 act. The Sherman Co.
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United States
Howe
Rockwood
Indians Battle with Soldiers at Cheyenne Fort Russell
A Cheyenne Leader report recounts a Sunday clash on a diamond at Fort Russell between reservation Indians and soldiers. One ball was used, spectators kept safe, illustrating progress in civilization and the change from savage past to modern American fans.
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Cheyenne
Fort Russell
Laramie County Democratic Primary Announces Several Candidacies
A series of political notices from Laramie County announces candidates for Democratic nomination in the August 20 primaries. Those listed include candidates for County Attorney Sheriff and County Commissioner, with pledges to the voters and the primaries as the process moves forward.
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Democratic Party
Laramie County
Peter R. Warlaumont
Wilfrid O'Leary
First Move by a Young Curate in Class Incident
A shy young curate is introduced as future teacher to a class of girls aged 15 to 16 after a previous female instructor. The superintendent urges the group to recount what their former teacher did, prompting a 16 year old girl to say the first action was kissing her around. The item ends with an unrelated ad for dyeing, bleaching, and paint supplies at 411 West 19th Street.
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Chira
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