Wiley Only a Cog in Prosecution of Pure Food Violations
Testimony before the house committee shows George P. McCabe solicitor of the Department of Agriculture says he recommends prosecutions to the secretary, not Dr Wiley. Since 1910 McCabe passed on all Wiley bureau recommendations, handling 2350 cases for further action while 651 cases lacked evidence or other reasons to proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George P. McCabe
Department of Agriculture
House
Department “Personnel Board
McCabe
Wiley
Henry E. Datla
Food and Odeuge
Br. Wiley
Dunlop
McCain
Agricultural Department
Dr. Wiley
Bureau of Chemistry
Inquiry into rates on meat freight across western districts
The Interstate Commerce Commission orders a broad probe into freight rates on live stock packing house products and fresh meats west of Chicago and beyond Denver. Proceedings start September 11 in Oklahoma City. The inquiry arises from complaints tied to Oklahoma railroad commissioners Texas Cattle Raisers Association and American National Live Stock Association, with Chicago packers rivalries noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission
Oklahomaa City
Central West
Denver
Railroad Commission ‘of Oklahoma
Texas Cattle Ranners’ Association
American National fTdve Stock Association
Acevedo Surrenders In Cuba Revolt Attempt Detected
Acevedo, who tried to spark a Cuban revolt, surrendered to Governor Albert at Santa Maria Del Rosario near Havana. He was jailed in Havana as authorities deem him deranged amid advancing tuberculosis. R. E. Jackson, linked to wire pools, was fined 45 000 on nine indictments. the judge set 6 000 per count after denying a prison term. A Chicago youth confessed to shooting his father, a wealthy contractor, then spoke of defiling his memory.
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Cuba
Acevedo
Albert
Santa Maria del Rosario
Havana
R. E. Jackson
New York
Brainae
Wire Trust
Archibald
United States District Attorney
Wise
Chicago
Wqueph Vacek
Peace Conference Opens With American Leaders In Session
The international peace conference meets in Serne with U S figures in attendance. Notable delegates include Professor Paul 8. Reinsch of Wisconsin and Professor John Clark of Columbia who led the peace committees, along with Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler of Columbia heading the education section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Serne
Bernie. Amay
Profocor Paul 8. Reinsch
University of Wisconsin
John Clark
Columbia University
Nicholas Murray Butler
Leishman Named American Ambassador to Berlin
Emperor William accepts John Leishman as the American envoy to Berlin after Washington telegrams approval from Mecklenberg where he is touring. Major von Kiderlen Waechter, foreign secretary, praises Leishman for his diplomatic experience and suitability for the post. Leishman’s long service and connections in German society assure broad acceptance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emperor William
Germany
John Lessabman
Berlin
Willam
Washington
Foreign Office
Grand Duchy of Mecktenburg
Major von Kiderien Waechter
Leteh
Tian
Leishman
Lelshman
Hill
Roosevelt on Steel Case and 1907 Tennessee Coal and Iron
Theodore Roosevelt testified before a House inquiry in New York about approving the 1907 absorption of Tennessee Coal and Iron by U S Steel. He framed his action as a necessary move to avert a Wall Street panic and denounced inaction as criminal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevel
House of Representatives
United States Steel Corporation
New York
Tennessee Coal and Iron Company
The
Steel Corporation
United States
Wall Street
Wool Confardes Meet Appoints Subcommittee on Tariff Differences
Conferees on the wool tariff bill appoint a subcommittee to study and report on differences between the two houses. Senator La Vollette and Representative Underwood were chosen by Senator Bailey to lead the panel representing extreme elements of each chamber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Vollette
Underwood
Bailey
Senate
House
Buffalo mill gift sparks local tribute in Clinton area
In Clinton a notable tribute was presented to Buffalo BI born near Clinton when he visited the city on horseback. Attorney William Hayes delivered a crafted loving cup as a sign of favorable regard amid the modest ceremony, reflecting the community’s esteem.
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Buffalo Mill
Buffalo BI
Clinton, Inn
William
Hayes
Mutilated Body of Unidentified Woman Found
The mutilated body of an unidentified white woman was found in a small ravine in Norwood, a suburb of Cincinnati. The head appeared partly severed, and investigators worked to determine the circumstances and identity.
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Norwood
Cincinnati
Review of Trade Shows Mixed Gains and Sluggish Sectors
Railroads show more disposition to provide for needed equipment and dry goods demand improves slightly. Iron and steel buyers place moderate orders for delivery, while the leather trade remains unsettled due to declining hides. Bradstreet notes continued trade irregularity from cautiousness and crop fears with some merchants expanding buying for future delivery.
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Dana Weekly Review of Trade
Cuttat
Vetone
Vaila
Plata
Rite Spaey
Guverntument
Eistern
Bradstreet
Tale of Cruelty in Liberty Courtroom
In Liberty Massachusetts Justice of the Peace Court hears a case against Lafayette Choat, a 31 year old farmer, for feloniously beating his wife. The woman testifies he tied her to a team of mules while harrowing a field, prodded her with a stick, and forced her to walk around the field. The band was fixed at 2000 dollars and the hearing drew a large audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peyne Courtney
Liberty
Lafayette Choat
Clare County
Choat
Cheat
Musea
White On Witness Stand In Lorimer Bribery Inquiry
Charles A. White, former Illinois legislator, testified before the Lorimer Investigation committee that he believed several Democrats who voted for Lorimer were bribed. He suggested some Republicans may have also received money, but he declined to name individuals. White cited his own bribery experience as the basis for his opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorimer
Charles A. White
lMnois
Senate
Lorimer Investigation Committee
Atty
Latimer
Loomer
White
Athera
Treaties Sent to President Amid Turbulent Deliberations
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate treaties between the United States and Great Britain and between the United States and France were sent to the President for consideration. The document mentions accompanying papers and possible parliamentary or senate involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Great Britain
Trande
Pach
Piineiaer
Bank Robbery Alarm In Taft Oklahoma
Bank of Taft Oklahoma robbed. robbers entered the bank, tampered with the safe and escaped with 1200 dollars. Local crime story notes ensuing investigations and police response.
Des Moines Strike Turmoil Over Imported Workers
Rioting erupted as Judge DeGraff issued a temporary injunction ordering Des Moines traction operations halted. 900 conductors and motormen were restored to duty, while strikebreakers were jailed and a tense standoff with union leaders followed.
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Dan Miines
Lawrence DeGraff
Carmen
Des Moines Ciy Railway
Des Moines
Deliaff
de Graft
Bes Moines City Railway Company
Carmen's
Big Chris
Ihe
Chicago Great Western
Chicago
Rodks
Uricka
Priest in Iowa risks life in church fire explosion
Rev. Father Roerhoss Rushey, a White Father, crawled from flames after a gas explosion at St Patrick's. He suffered severe burns and lay in a parochial home. The cost of the logs or repairs was about $3,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Roerhoss Rushey
Buehba
Rourhis
Order of White Fathers
Father Beerhoss
St Patrick's
Father Curtin
Spirit Lake Farm and Barn Burned in Major Fire
A large fire at Spirit Lake destroyed buildings including Ice Cream and Produce Barn owned by Andrew Woolf and a livery barn. Losses were estimated around 25 000 with 4 000 insured. Seven horses perished at the Bixby barn. Andrew Woods faced financial trouble with a Rockwell City firm entering bankruptcy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spirit Lake
Lin
Andrew Woolf
Ivery
Bixby
Andrew Woods
Amltt
Rockwell City
Saloon Case Submits to Judge Wheeler for Decision
The case on whether a saloon may continue operating or must reduce to the number allowed by law has been submitted to Judge Wheeler with an agreed statement of facts. Whichever way the judge rules, the loser may appeal to the supreme court immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duprese
Wheeler
Costly Fire Destroys Clarion Light Plant and Opera House
A blaze wiped out Clarion’s electric light plant and opera house. Total loss to owners Carr Mozingo and Western Farmland Co. tallies at $7,900 with $7,000 insured. An engine worth $1,500 was damaged but repairable. Temporary measures aim to supply water to the city tank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarion
Carr @ Mozingo
Western Farm Land Company
Postal Bank at Manchester Opens August 26
Postmaster H L Rann reports a division inspector will visit Manchester to train staff and introduce new procedures. The postal depository will begin operations on August 26. A misprint note: Manchester spelled in text as Mancheaterly. New candidate for president George De Vany of Davenport announces in Des Moines seeking farmer support with pledge of 25 percent higher prices for farm products if elected. Leprosy case near Iowa prompts health officials to monitor but no spread risk. patient is a woman with two children and care plans under review.
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H. L. Rann
Washington
George de Vany
Davenport
Hayward
Des Moines
de Vang
Iowa
Minnesota
Northwood
Report on township counts delays state tax distribution
Three counties have not reported township counts delaying distribution of automobile tax money. State treasurer has 110000 available but will wait for a complete township list. Brindlin y named permanent secretary of the State tax commission and to start duties in Des Moines. Grasshoppers fly over Webster City in a long eastward swarm lasting an hour and a half. New president for Mornimgalde.
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