Treasury chief cites gains in debt, circulation and confidence
In his annual report Secretary Leslie M Shaw highlights reduced national debt by 14 million during his term and a rise in general fund balances by 50 million. He notes total government receipts 702 million against 736 million expenses, predicting a 58 million surplus for 1907 while circulating money reaches 2.812 billion with gold making 43.6 percent. He urges merchant marine growth and corporate incorporation under national law, lamenting limited action on reserves and distribution.
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Washington
Dev
Atth Qod
Secretary of the Treasury
Leslie M. Shaw
Panama Canal
Shaw
Treasury
Roosevelt on Divorce and National Control
The speaker argues marriage and divorce should be federalized, blaming state law disparities for scandals. He warns of national decline from low birth rates and urges Congress power to regulate marriage and polysamy, stressing the home as vital to the nation.
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National Congress
Congress
Christmas Plans From M. R. Church Sunday School
The Sunday School Board of the M. R. church met at G. R. Alten’s home. Officers elected include Superintendent Geo H. Chamberlain, assistant supers G. R. Allen and Mrs. R. L. Rankin, secretary J. Tramburg, treasurer W. N. Smith, pianist Doris Davis, assistant pianist Metzler, chorister J. A. Davis, and librarian Geo. Chamberlain Jr. A nut banQuet is planned for Friday evening Dec 28, with Christmas exercises a Christmas cantata on Christmas night followed by the usual treat for the thirteen Sunday school members.
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M. R. Church
G. R. Alten
Geo. H. Chamberlain
Asaletant
G. R. Allen
R. L. Rankin
J. Tramburg
W. N. Smith
Doris Davis
Miss Metzler
J. A. Davis
L.ibrarian
Geo. Chamberlain, Jr
Algo
Washington's Church to Be Restored in Virginia
Falls Church Virginia historic church once served by President Washington will undergo restoration by the American Scenic and Historical Preservation Society at the request of rector Rev. Somerville. Founding vestrymen included General Washington George Mason Augustin Washington and other colonial-era leaders. Augustin Washington father of Washington helped nominate the first rector in 1736.
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Washington
Old Falls Church
Virginia
Falls Church
American Scenic and Historical Preservation Society
Somerville
General Washington
George Mason
Augustin Washington
Wsshington
Trolley Roads Aim at Interchange with Steam Lines
Cleveland December report outlines traction lines seeking through routing under the Hepburn act. They consider joining Interstate Commerce Commission oversight, cooperate with Ohio Railway Commission, and sell interstate tickets via Illinois Central lines. Through tariffs and sale notices may be sent to steam roads to force recognition.
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Lnes
Central Passenger Association
Tracion Ronda
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ohio Railway Commission
Statim Rail
Cleveland
IiMtpola
TiInols Central
Ifnols Central
Illnois Central
India State Railway Commission
More Insanity Among Farmers This Year Than Before
Columbus Ohio December 6 according to a report from Toledo State hospital there were more cases of insanity among farmers this year than in previous years Of 265 men admitted 77 were farmers and 79 laborers The institution housed 1803 by late November with 1100 men The hospital faced requests for salary increases and a plan to install its own dairy noting potential savings from milk production The report lists numerous Lorain real estate transfers and a Wellington village lot sale with varied prices.
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Columbus
Toledo State Hospital
Harris
Children Tell Santa Claus What They Want in Elyria
The Elyria Reporter invites children to write letters to Santa Claus with up to 50 words, one letter per page, clearly signed with name and address. Letters may be mailed or dropped at The Reporter office, to be published December 5, 13, and 20.
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Santa Claus
Elyria
St. Nicholas
Manil
Sicholas
Wall Paper Trust Bumped by Circuit Court
Cincinnati Canton United States circuit court of appeals ruled that the Continental Will Paper Company was a highly organized trust and illegal organization. The company had sued Louie Voight and Sons for 57000 for goods sold while Voight argued the trust compelled purchases and fixed prices. The appeals court affirmed the district court ruling that the plaintiff’s trust status barred its claim and dismissed the appeal.
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Cincinnati
Dee, G
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Continental Will Paper Company
Continental Watt Paper Company
Fudge Thompson
District Court
Louie Voight & Sons
Voight & Sons
Continental Company
Thompson
Court of Appeals
Try
Congress May Consider Radical Changes in Salaries
Washington reports that Congress will examine postmasters salaries at the next session. The piece notes current inequalities, citing New York's postmaster at 8000 dollars annually and smaller town posts paying 3000 to 4000 with part time work and outside businesses. The aim is to equalize pay either by boosting city postmasters or reducing smaller town remuneration. It also adds a brief line about Russia's 36,000 miles of navigable rivers.
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Washington
Congress
New York
South
United States Steel dividend outlook and storehouse funds
The article discusses expectations of a higher quarterly dividend for United States Steel based on strong performance and large cash holdings near 100,000,000. It also includes a notarized claim about catarrh cure and a promotional note from F. J. Cheney & Co. with testimonials and product pitches.
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United States Steel
United States Steel Corporation
A. W. Gleason
Hal
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
All Druggtars
Hall
California Naval Oranges Arrive For Christmas Trade
California naval orange shipments reach markets for the holiday season after delays. Prices range from 3.50 to 4 per box as the fruit shows excellent flavor and ripening progress amid market activity.
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California
Summer hotel fires devastate lakeside village
Consant Lake Pennsylvania December 5 fires destroyed three large summer hotels The Arlington Brunswick and The Thatcher plus several frame buildings The blaze threatened the village until aid arrived from Meadville The loss is estimated at 30000 Cause of the fire is unknown A survivor note later promotes a digestive remedy with health claims and drugstore endorsement
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Conseant Lake
Meadville
Arlington
Brunswick
Thatcher
Community Notes From Carlisle Reporter Page
Carlisle records December 3 1906 highlight social visits and travel as editors applaud The Reporter improvements. Local glimpses include Mr and Mrs Herwig Spent visiting Birmingham Ill and Chicago trips by C Chapman family. Crews and neighbors attend society meetings and Thanksgiving receptions as plans for upcoming events unfold.
Electra-gen touted as non alcoholic tonic for women
A 1900s advertorial claims women suffer more pain yet alcohol should be avoided. It promotes Electrogen, a non alcoholic germ killer and antiseptic, sold for 50 cents to one dollar. The company offers a free 50 cent bottle and asks readers to send name and address to Fremont, Ohio.
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Electra-gen
Electra-gen Co
Fremont
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