Cannon backs lake to gulf waterway plan without bond or debt rise
A Memphis convention memorial urged a $50 million annual rivers and harbors program for a ship canal from the Great Lakes to the Gulf. Vice President Fairbanks and Speaker Cannon discussed the proposal, with Cannon pressing a businesslike approach and no bond requirement cited.
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Opposition to a Bond Issue Stirs Cappon Speech
Cannon resists a large bond plan, arguing against immediate large-scale river and harbor spending. He urges practical, phased action, criticizing rushing to spend 500 million to 1 billion while only 240 million surplus exists. He stresses leaving work for next Congress and finishing practical projects.
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Chicago Hustles for Democratic or Republican? City Eyes Convention
Chicago supporters press to keep the national convention east of the Mississippi. Kansas City’s boom for the GOP prompts Chicago backers to push decisively, pledging funds to cover expenses. A letter to Committeeman Lowden and Chairman New signals willingness to host if costs are covered.
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Chicago assures convention would be hosted with free facilities
City promises seating for 14 600 and rent free facilities if the convention is moved to Chicago. Officials also pledge a large convention expense sum, matching or exceeding past levels, following further assurances from Chicago after earlier uncertainty.
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Nuattena Council of Commerce Formally Organized
Washington Dee G The Nuattena Council of Commerce forms at a conference in Secretary Straus offices with delegates from thirty odd business groups. Gustav H W Selihaw of New York named chairman as the body adopts a scheme to keep the commerce department informed of business needs and to bridge the department with commercial and industrial organizations nationwide. Secretary Root and Secretary Straus spoke, outlining aims to coordinate export, import, internal trade and transportation interests.
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Waterways debate and Roosevelt events in Washington
In Washington a Rivers and Harbors Congress hears James J. Tu of the Great Northern Railway praise expanding waterways. Senate adjourns early while House bids dominate. President Roosevelt hosts governors and leaders at the White House. A tax proposal seeks 50 million dollars yearly to fund U S waterways development. Major W T Seward, senate doorkeeper, dies at the Capitol.
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Pittsburg Delegates to Indiana Wage Conference
Coal operators from the Pittsburg district voted to send their full quota of delegates to a conference in Indianapolis on February 19. Attending will be operators from Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana and Illinois and officials of the United Mine Workers of America. The meeting will decide if an interstate convention should be called to consider the wage scale.
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Jingles and Jests and a Baker's Dozen Puns
A collage of light verse jokes and witticisms from Chicago News Cleveland Plain Dealer and Houston Post. The items skew playful with playful lines about dogs weddings and medical misdiagnoses. Each quip showcases period humor and social references in brief humorous snippets.
Goldfield War Looms As Troops Move In
Western Federation of Miners strike in Goldfield Nev prompts federal troop deployment. Governor Sparks says military aid will be used to protect mines and property. Non union miners prepare to restart operations while camp braces for possible open shop and ensuing conflict. News notes quiet streets amid martial law threat.
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Buster Brown Returns Tonight at Bucklen Theatre
Amusement notice for Bucklen theatre announces Buster Brown tonight with Master Reed as the comic lead. New scenery and costumes, plus fresh music accompany the nightly performance. Next week December 9, Van Dyke Eaton Company to begin a week long engagement at Bucklen.
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Local theatre slate features new plays and headliners
Miss Ollie Eaton retains leading roles for the season with a strong supporting company. A Human Slave The Great Diamond Mystery The Bank Wreckers Train Robbers The Little Christian The Red Cross Nurse are listed as new offerings with nightly changes. Free admission for ladies Monday night plus naval battle and Victoria Falls moving pictures advertised at Buckle n theatre tomorrow matinee and night.
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Naval battle models to be shown at Elkhart exhibition
Ships participating in the great naval attack will be displayed at Lyman H. IIowe’s exhibition in Elkhart at Bucklen hall for matinee and night shows on Saturday.
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Two Invincibles Cad Liver Oil and Iron
Cad liver oil and iron, world renowned tonics, diagnose and treat anemia weakness convalescence and pulmonary disease. Vindl, a cod liver oil iron tonic from fresh livers, excludes oil while retaining medicinal elements. Aga and Vinal promise strength for old and young, after illness, and lung troubles. Houseworth Bros. invites Elkhart to try Vinal with satisfaction guaranteed.
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Remarkable Cure by Electric Bitters for Multiple Ailments
Winterton resident Abraham Brown recounts doctors misdiagnosing his heart kidney stomach and liver issues before his wife urged Electric Bitters. One bottle restored his health and proved stronger than five doctors, with benefits guaranteed for blood poison weakness and related stomach liver and kidney complaints. Houseworth Bros. drugists sell it for 50 cents.
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Timmins Candies Promote Silk Shirt Waists and Chocolates
Warren Hill Co advertises silk shirt waists from 3 dollars in its dressmaking department while Timmins candies continue their long standing Elkhart popularity. The Timmins name signals high grade chocolates and bon bons for buyers seeking quality confections.
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Halloween party lore and old druidic roots
A St Nicholas article explains Halloween origins from Druid harvest rites and All Saints Day, noting beliefs in witches, goblins, fairies and fortune telling. It advises a playful, imaginative party with harvest decorations like pumpkins and banners, and suggests kitchen venues for games and lighthearted tricks.
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Carolyn Wells
St. Nicholas
Elaborate Elks Parade in Philadelphia Captures City Hall Review
A lavish Philadelphia parade scene shows gala city decorations and a bustling Court of Honor with thousands in attendance as Mayor Rayburn reviews the procession. The photographer captured vivid motion and color directly in front of city hall, highlighting the event as a unique modern spectacle and a strong display of civic fellowship.
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Impressive Wonders of Nature From Natural History
A Baltimore American inspired piece from a professor of natural history praising the vast scale of animal life. It notes the awe of creatures such as the hippopotamus and reflects on the wonder of nature's colossal forms. A humorous aside mentions money as a gatekeeper for many pursuits.
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