Uncle Joe Signals Pay-As-You-Go Bond Plan Debate
A Memphis Lakes to the Gulf waterways committee urged a $50 million annual rivers and harbors program for a Atlantic coast canal linking the Great Lakes to the Gulf. Vice President and Speaker Cannon expressed support and discussed bond issues and legislative approach. The dialogue framed quick action, with emphasis on a practical construction path and committee referrals.
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Washington
Dre. G
Memphis of the Lakes
Conetoss
Cannon
Malone
United States
Gulf of Mexico
Debate Over River and Harbor Bond Amounts
Cannon criticizes deep waterways lobbying and urges practical funding limits. He disputes $1B to $5B bonds and favors using $240M surplus to back concrete river and harbor work with ready plans and estimates. He warns against rushing Congress and emphasizes accountable representatives and sober second thought.
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Cannon
Deep Waterways Convention
Conttess
Ife
Teople
Treasury
Anx
Nest Congress
Geentlemen
Chicago Hustle to Host Republican Convention
Washington dispatches report Kansas City's boom for the Republican national convention has stirred Chicago friends. A sizeable portion of the national committee prefers Chicago as the eastern hub, contingent on pledges to cover expenses. Chicago signals readiness if a definite commitment to finance is secured.
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Washington
Dec
Kansas City
Friends of Chica
Endeavor
Chicago
Chico
Chicago Sought for Convention Venue and Support
A report from Chicago indicates the convention would be relocated if the city can offer adequate facilities with seating for 11 000, rent free. The city would also provide a substantial convention expense grant, the largest ever given by the city.
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Chicago
National Council of Commerce Launches Formal Organization
Washington December 6 The National Council of Commerce begins with about thirty business groups in major cities and aims to unite most leading commercial bodies nationwide. Secretary Steus calls meeting with Root and Straus, Gustav Selowah elected chairman to link the department with business interests. The council will report needs and desires of manufacturing, trade, and transport to the Commerce and Labor Department and keep business circles informed of plans and results.
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Washington
National Council of Commerce
Ciies
Secretary of Commerce
Liber Straws
Chambers of Commerce
Boards of Trade
Steaus
United States
State Root
Straus
Gustav DP
Selowah
New York
Court Cis
Department of Commerce and Labor
Waterways debate gains steam at Rivers and Harbors Congress
James J. Hill of Great Northern Railways addressed about 200 delegates in Washington calling railroads ready to back waterways development. He warned rail capacity cannot handle rising traffic and urged construction of large capacity channels for ships. He claimed a 10,000 ton craft would dominate, contrasting with smaller vessels.
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Washington
Dec
James J. Hill
Great Northern Railhway Company
the Couness
Hill
United States
Senate adjourns after brief session in Washington
Washington December 6 Senate session lasted one and a half hours and adjourned until Monday. Senator Frye was elected president pro tem with Daniel of Virginia receiving a complimentary vote from Democrats. Most work involved introducing bills. The House met ten minutes and approved a response to Oklahoma greetings before adjourning until Monday.
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Washington
Senate
Frye
Daniel
Virginia
House
Oklahoma
Roosevelt hosts governors and leaders at Washington event
In Washington on December 6 President Roosevelt entertained Iowa Governor Cummins Alabama Governor Comer California ex Governor Pardee and Har ry S New acting Republican committee chairman along with Marshal Bullitt of Kentucky and others.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Inerean
Cumminus
Iowa
Covernor Comer
Alabama
Pardee
California
Harry S. New
National Republican Committee
Marshal Bullitt
Kentucky
Tax on beer barrels funds U.S. Waterways fund proposal
A joint resolution in the house proposes a yearly tax of one dollar on every barrel of beer brewed in the United States to create a permanent investment fund of 000,000,000 for the development of the country's waterways.
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Washington
United States
Doorkeeper Washington Dean-Major Wolf Seward Dies
Washington Dean-Major Wolf Seward, a senate doorkeeper appointed six years ago by Senator Hawley of Connecticut, collapsed and died while entering a revaly door at the Capitol building.
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Washington
Wolf Seward
Senate
Capitol
Seward
Tate
Hawley
Connecticut
Pittsburg Will Send Delegates to Interstate Conference
Coal operators of the Pittshure district decided to send their full quota of delegates to a conference in Alapolis. Operators from Pennsylvania and Ohio will attend, with officials of the United Mine Workers of America. The conference will decide whether an Interstate congress should be called to consider the wage scale.
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Pittsburg
Dee
Pittshure
Alapolis
Pennnsylvaiia
United Mine Workers of America
Patrons asked to report missed newspaper deliveries
Patrons who do not receive their paper regularly are asked to notify the office. The request emphasizes prompt reporting to ensure timely delivery adjustments and continued service.
Patent Remedies for Animal Ailments and Disorders
A fragmented old catalog lists various animal health cures and tonics. It references lameness injuries and numerous ailments such as distemper worms coughs colds pleurisy lung issues and kidney bladder disorders. It mentions remedies and preventive measures and notes protections against miscarriage in animals.
Convention Pledges Turn to Chicago for 1904 Nomination
A report from Washington outlines the Republican National Committee's push to award the convention to Chicago. Local backers promise a 14 000 seat Coliseum and cover legitimate expenses, while Kansas City touts 75 000 as a lure. Senator Lowden signals Chicago’s strong case, citing climate and facilities, as the party weighs venue and future campaign funding plans.
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Chicago
National Committee
Lowden
Madden
Samuel B. Raymond
F. W. Upham
Schneider
Nebraska
New
Raymond
Coliseum
Hall
Washington
Kansas City
Missouri
OW. Upham
America
Cure for Hog Cholera
A newspaper excerpt describes Asiatic cholera and uses it to frame observations on hog cholera. The writing notes dramatic symptoms and speculative links, urging caution in drawing conclusions about animal disease from human outbreaks.
Hog as King in This Nation Quote by A H Howe
A. H. Howe remarks that prevention is better than cure, noting a hog that refuses to eat is beyond help. He urges keeping the hog well to ensure harmony, declaring the hog is king in this nation.
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Dubuque
Iowa
Elks Parade in Moving Pictures at Grand Opera House
A Philadelphia audience enjoyed Mr. Howe's moving pictures of the Elk's parade shown at the Grand Opera House. The film captures the crowd’s good nature, Elks and non Elks sharing smiles, with Mayor Reyburn reviewing the procession from a vantage point near City Hall. The Court of Honor scene is described as a vivid display of decorations and spirited festivity.
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Lyman H. Howe
Grand Opera House
Elks
Reyburn
Howe
Miss Nielson Stars In A Dolls House At Grand Opera
Miss Hortense Nielson and her company from Studebaker Music hall Chicago visit Grand Opera house on Wednesday December 11 for matinee and night shows. Critics praised her portrayal of Nora in A Dolls House as a striking psychological study with rare emotional depth on the American stage. The accompanying company supports Miss Nielson in the production.
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Doll's House
Miss Nielson
Play's Chosen Interpreters Demand Exceptional Talent
A select group has been chosen to interpret the play's demanding roles, requiring talent of exceptionally high order and precise artistry.
Train service worst ever in Warren time card change
Warren Sentinel Leader notes major schedule shifts on the Illinois Central line. The westbound first passenger train leaves at 1 50 p m instead of 12 14 p m, delaying travelers by 1 hour 36 minutes between Freeport and Galena until 7 41 p m. The eastbound noon train now arrives at 12 16 p m rather than 1 47 p m. Citizens urged to petition railroad officials to restore better service.
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Ralph Hildebrant
Towit
Warren
I. C
West
Freeport
Galena
Ilinois Central
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup Introduces Guaranteed Promise
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup is advertised as a stimulating yet non irritant laxative. The product touts itself as the best laxative with a money back guarantee offered by H. J. Moogk and Wm F. Jungkunz.
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Orino
H. J. Moogk
Wm. F. Jungkunz
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