Roosevelt Receives Labor Leaders on Eight Hour Law Push
President Roosevelt met with Samuel Gompers and Frank Morrison leading about 100 AFL executives to press labor measures before Congress. The memorial urged eight hour laws, immigration actions, seamen protection, anti injunction reforms, and blamed Speaker Garrison for blocking labor needs. Roosevelt warned injunctions may be limited by capital opposition, noting the government’s past stance and his willingness to seek injunctions against labor if warranted.
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Roosevelt
Organized Labor
House
Congress
Samuel Gompers
Frank Morrison
American Federation of Labor
Federation
Morrison
Executive Council of the
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Labor
Gompers
James Duncan
Quincy
Mass
Granite Cutters’ Union
Criticises Petition Hearing On Congress and Labor Policy
The speaker declines to consider complaints against Congress and limits the hearing to issues tied to the executive. He disputes claims that labor was not heard on the eight hour measure for the isthmian canal and insists labor received ample opportunity to be heard. He questions the eight hour principle’s relevance to the isthmus and urges evidence of violations before enforcing the law. He notes Chinese immigration is at a thirty year low, opposes coolie immigration, and stresses support for strict but fair immigration controls.
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Isthmian Canal
United States
Wny
It is not the whole shooting match says Cannon
A labor delegation met Speaker Cannon and Senators Frye and Gompers to present a memorial. Cannon argued committees reflect diverse views and urged labor to accept responsibility alongside Congress. Gompers criticized Congress for ignoring labor. Cannon praised the delegation and stressed liberty to join or quit unions while urging broad support for legislation.
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Cannon
Frye
Senate
Rrue
House of Representatives
Labor Committee
Gompers
Congress
Senate and House in Brief in Washington
Senate devoted the day to the question of review as Bailey spoke he was notified of his Texas father’s death and left the chamber. An executive session was held. The House adjourned after convening on Representative Patterson of Pennsylvania’s sudden death with resolutions and a funeral committee appointed.
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Senate
House
Washington
Bailey
Texas
Patterson
Pennsylvania
No Federal Control of Insurance Found by Judiciary
Washington March 22. The judiciary committee concludes there is no constitutional authority for federal control of insurance or other state corporations beyond railroads. The report drafted by Chairman Jenkins is in the hands of committee members for review.
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Washington
House
Judiciary Committee
Jenkins
No Action on the Isle of Pines Treaty
In executive session the senate considered the Isle of Pines treaty but after over an hour of discussion resumed without action.
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Isle of Pines
Washington
Senate
Senate amendment targets railroads political campaign funding
In Washington on March 22 Senator Culberson introduced an amendment to the railroad rate bill prohibiting railroads from subscribing to political campaign funds and prescribing fines and imprisonment for violations.
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Washington
Senate
Culberson
Kept a Model Saloon
Pittsburg March 22 Frank Merkel who ran a saloon at 546 Smithfield street is dead. In a quarter century Merkel kept a saloon with no remonstrances and never opened on Sundays or holidays. He urged men to stay home with families and told intoxicated patrons to leave.
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Pittsburg
Frank Merkel
Smithfield Street
Immunity decision in Chicago trial shields corporations
In Chicago Judge J Ottis Humphrey ruled that immunity pleas protect corporations but not individuals in the grand jury case against packers. The court found defendants glad as Armour & Co. associates and others celebrated, while jurors who had been excluded shook hands with officials after the verdict aligned with the judge's guidance.
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Chicago
J. Ottis Humphrey
United States District Court
Humphrey
Boward Morris
Edward Swift
J. Ogden Armour
Armour & Co
Morrison
Moody
Insurance reform bill delays New York Life trustees election
A reported amendment aims to postpone the annual election of directors for domestic mutual life insurers until April 11, 1906 and to have inspectors appointed by the state Department of Insurance oversee the process. Current directors remain in office until successors are chosen, with new boards divided by lot into one and two year terms under the proposed act.
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State Department of Insurance
Trial date dispute delays Packers case in Chicago
District Attorney Morrison pressed for trial within two weeks after jury dismissal, but Packers attorneys objected, citing need to prepare for many witnesses. Judge Humphrey asked lawyers to agree on dates next week. Up to 1,600 witnesses expected. defense sought discharge of individuals, verdict recorded as judgment.
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Morrison
Packers
Chicago
Humphrey
Miller
Hamiltons Latest Blast
New York March 22 Andrew Hamilton ex legislative agent for New York Life Insurance declines to appear before Fowler investigat ing committee. He cites errors in the committee report of Feb 7 1901 and accuses the panel of ignoring documents and correspondence. He says he will meet in a tribunal where there will be no bias and promises to answer the allegations in court.
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New York
Andrew Hamilton
New York Life Insurance Company
Fowler
Paris
Mne
Address on Southern Ex change speech quoted
Fragmentary OCR reads: an unreconstructed Reb Richmond Way Maveh 22 in an address before the Southern Ides Exchange. Amyon McCarthy said I vel.
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Reb
Richmond
Amyon McCarthy
Roosevelt's Cruise Feature Ties to Rockefeller Kin in Ohio
In Ohio a governor faces questions over a potential connection to a Rockefeller family member aboard a cruise linked to Mrs Roosevelt. The report notes discussions around lineage and political signals shaping the journey's reception among local audiences.
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Ohio
Rockefeller
Roosevelt
Indiana federal court bill faces delay and doubt
Washington March 22 The subcommittee on the federal court bill was to send the measure to the full judicial committee on Wednesday but a mysterious delay occurred now the report may come late in the week Representative Brick doubts Indiana lawyers have overwhelmed the judiciary with statistics claiming no need for more federal court facilities They argue figures show reduced federal court business making abolition in Indiana and transfer of cases to Chicago plausible
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Washington
Indiana
Brick
Indianapolis
Chiyeago
Sherrick Trial Delayed For Absent Lawyer
In Indianapolis on March 22 the motion for a new trial and argument in the Sherrick case was postponed until this afternoon after state and defense teams waited for Dan Simms to appear. Simms was detained in Lafayette. Prosecutor Benedict issued a summons for juror Louis Reid over alleged pretrial opinions on Sherrick's guilt. Reid will be asked to confirm any expressions, with defense affidavits supporting the claim.
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Sherrick
Indianapolis
Dan Simms
Simms
Lafayette
Benedict
Louis’ Reid
Reid
Rockefeller III Born to Rockefeller Family in New York
New York reports John D. Rockefeller III born to John D. Rockefeller II and his wife, daughter of Senator Aldrich. The mother, now in Paris, and the baby over ten pounds are well. Congratulatory telegrams flooded in as speculation about his future inheritance begins.
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Rockefeller
New York
John DD. Rockefeller III
John D. Rockefeller II
Aldrich
John D. News
Paris
John” D. Tie
Rose Wins Milwaukee Mayors Nomination in Primary Vote
Complete returns from the Milwaukee primary show Mayor David S. Rose renominated by Democrats for the fifth time after defeating William George Bruce by 1,168 votes. Sherburn M. Becker to head the Republican ticket and William A. Arnold to lead the Social Democrats. The new primary law was tested.
Strike Threat Thickens in Indianapolis Coal Stoppage
Indianapolis on March 22 reports the looming coal strike growing more menacing as optimism fades. Mrs Pattison expresses no alarm while Mr Pattison grows discouraged amid six weeks of disagreement and mounting industrial tension.
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Indianapolis
Owen's Whereabouts Known in Logansport
Logansport, March 22. The whereabouts of William D. Owen, the much wanted Urobo plantation promoter, are said to be known by Logansport people. Local attorneys appear for him in civil actions, and it is believed they would not do so if they did not know his whereabouts.
Elkhart Trainmen Protest Rising Immigration Policy
Washington March 22. The railroad trainmen of Elkhart have sent a memorial to congress accusing the Republican party of failing to enact immigration restrictions and to define the powers of federal judges.
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Elkhart
Washington
Congress
Government in Chattanooga lynching case interest grows
Washington March 22 The president has shown interest in the Chattanooga lynching case and officials state the sheriff will probably be arrested for contempt as authorities gather.
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Chattanooga
Washington
Gov Pattison in steady condition say morning papers
Columbus March 22 Gov Pattison is not in serious condition as reported in morning papers physicians say there is no cause for alarm the report notes the governor remains under observation but stable and improving
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Pattison
Columbus
Goes for Her Health Roosevelt's West Cruise Delayed
Washington March 22 Roosevelt's cruise to the West was postponed due to impaired health. The decision affects travel plans and schedules, with officials citing Roosevelt's condition and noting further announcements will follow regarding alternative arrangements.
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Washington
Irs
Roosevelt
the West
Meeting on Dray Stand and Bond Issue in City Council
City council met in regular session approving the dray stand ordinance on High Street east of Main and advancing a $50,000 twenty year 3 percent bond issue. Bonds to be sold after two weeks advertising with right to reject bids, payable at Central Trust Co, Chicago. Hazelton opposed bonds, arguing short term loans at five percent are cheaper. Other members supported the ordinance. debate touched on taxability of notes and city finances. A health board petition urged stronger hog keeping regulations.
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Ihe Wednnesday
Main Street
Nedplanes
Daily Review
Aly Truth
Central Trust Co
Chicago
Morrow
F. A. Sage
Thomas Anderson
Jacon
Martin
Awas
Hazelton
Board of Health
Othat
Damaged Engines and Injuries Reported After Incident
Unclear OCR text notes engines damaged and people hurt. Mentions confinement to bed and left wrist injury. Referenced as on an engine and possible bystanders, but details are garbled and entities uncertain.
Lake Shore crash near Allegan slows train traffic
The Lake Shore line incident involved freight engine 5045 and passenger engine 4158 from the I. T. M. rail, near Allegan. Fireman George Bixler and engineman Mary Boardman jumped clear after emergency brakes, preventing injuries. investigation will assign blame.
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Allegan
Elkhart
Damagra
Emily
En ‘Gines
Northern Indiana 2 Railway proposes interurban line tolls
General Manager J McM Smith of the Northern Indiana 2 Railway Co told the Board of Public Works on Wednesday he will seek a charge of three cents for each passenger hauled over its lines if permitted to build the interurban roads for incoming traffic to the city. He pledged extra service for Riverside and hinted at a franchise extension, noting urban lines rarely pay. current Elkhart Goshen lines show toeing the line while only two South Bend streets cover costs. Other traction topics were touched on but not disclosed.
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Board of Public Works
J. McM. Smith
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Northern Indian: Railway Co
Smith
Riverside
South Bend
Deems Cites Pointillist Style In One Work
K Deems presents a compact study of structure and form in a single work, illustrating a pointillist influence through concise technique. The piece blends narrative restraint with precise composition, inviting readers to interpret subtle connections.
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