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Newspaper
Fayette Reporter
Location
Fayette, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1911
Page
3
Senate debate on the reciprocity bill and three other measures continues with plans for quick adjournment. Senators expect final dispositions of pending bills and discuss contributions and amendments as Republican and Democratic leaders push for a swift conclusion before adjournment.
The House committee investigates who wanted Dr. Wiley ousted and why. It will review charges and urge a purge of antediluvian ideas, calling Secretary Wilson for copies of all charges and testimony while noting the personnel board’s role in recommending removal. Boy Scouts march to James Fenimore Cooper’s grave in Illinois on the first national encampment.
Alaska delegate Wickersham accuses Attorney General of inaction against syndicate grafters. Senate committee considers a resolution for inquiry. Charges include delaying statute of limitations on government frauds, defrauding the government of about 50000, and improper expense accounts and witness entertainments related to agents of the syndicate.
A massive fire in Porcupine district Ontario leaves hundreds dead and missing as property losses exceed 2 million dollars. About 90 bodies have been accounted for or prepared for shipment amid widespread destruction. Residents are evacuated to hospitals in Talleybury Cobalt Liskeard and North Bay while relief trains move in and thousands flee the scene.
Judge Bordwell scheduled the McNamara biathora trial for October 10. The McNamaras face murder indictments from the Times explosion. Defense sought December delay, prosecution argued for trial by August 1. compromise reached.
A government probe targets steel manufacturers and wholesalers amid alleged curtailment and price increases. The inquiry focuses on a Brussels conference, with officials considering calls to summon Attorneys General. President Tart and other leaders indicated cooperation as preparations proceed for inquiries into firms like the central twelve corporations and key industry players.
The government moves toward a federal investigation into lumber industry practices. It focuses on methods of manufacturing control and whether the National Lumber Manufacturers' Association and its Chicago ex-leader Edward Hines conspired to curb output and raise prices across regions. Industry dealers allege price hikes of up to 20 percent amid shrinking demand.
Former Justice Department officer Milton Purdy testified before a sugar trust committee about prosecutions and decisions by Attorney General Bonaparte. He said Roosevelt era investigations were not pursued and he reported only to Bonaparte, not to Roosevelt or the president.
Review of trade events notes a generally favorable week despite drought concerns for seed corn and cotton crop prospects. Data shows weekly wheat and corn figures, with 1,801,083 bushels of wheat and 898,081 bushels of corn exported. mentions of fall crop expectations and cautious purchasing ahead of the autumn season. Also details Mil Atwood’s White House landing and reception by President Taft with a gold Aero Club of Washington medal.
Milverber elects qrestten of thee National Liven Lin sesecution amid chaotic reports. The string of international events spans Italy cholera fears and New York weather, with USA politics and Panama Canal matters in the mix.
A noisy mix of Iowa items covers Des Moines politics and business. New motor vehicle plate numbering starts in 1912 with January issuance. Saloon petitions face Supreme Court review regarding withdrawals. County surveyor offices are declared abolished effective July 4. Branch banks and savings deposit stations are ruled illegal by the Attorney General.
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