Variety of light items and notes from world and home
A mosaic of short items covers flies jokes and opinions about cinema and science. It cites Hungary campaign eggs cold storage comets and milk of human folly with quips on kissing dumplings cacti and dandelion coffee. It notes US Navy Viper trips and Chinese emancipation hints.
Peace Treaty May Not Hide Rail Rate Controversy
The June 6 1910 peace treaty at the White House is questioned as a distraction from an injunction over proposed June 1 freight rate hikes. The government claims the rates were exploitative and aimed at curbing competition through a railroad combine led by Hosmer in Chicago. The piece questions executive clemency and the implied end of the combine’s influence.
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Chicago
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Shifty Ballinger on the Witness Stand
The New York Evening Post criticizes Mr Ballinger for evasive testimony and shifting to question his truthfulness under Brandeis questioning. It warns against trusting national possessions to a man capable of denial followed by admission and urges caution amid competing evidence.
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Ballinger
Brandeis
Strawn
Bal- Unger
New York Evening Post
Overcapitalization and Tariffs Inflate Prices
The piece argues that inflated capital by corporations enables price hikes, backed by laws granting privileges, especially tariffs. It urges banning protectionism to restore normal trade, stating tariffs should cover government needs without feeding inflated dividends. An honest tariff would curb overcapitalization incentives.
Public Pays the Bill in Singer Sewing Machine Cut
The Singer Sewing Machine Company will cut a melon of 30 million dollars. American sewing machines fetch higher prices abroad, while citizens here pay more. Stockholders who gain from the cut will likely approve the policy on sales.
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Singer Sewing Machine Company
Taft tariff pledge criticized for failing to reflect true protection principle
Indianapolis News argues Taft's tariff reforms ignore the Chicago convention platform's principle that protection equals the gap between home and foreign production costs plus a fair manufacturer profit. It contends no duty aligns with this measure, cites high levies, and accuses officials of blocking data on production costs and limiting the tariff board’s inquiry.
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Senate
Aldrich
Tariff Board
Indianapolla News
Conditions Call for Change in Party Power
The passage argues Democrats are closer to the people and more responsive after years out of power. It claims Republicans lost touch due to prolonged governance and failed to heed public opinion. It suggests times like this push voters toward change in the governing party.
Let the President Stay at Home
The piece notes President Taft has exhausted the $25,000 travel allowance and argues that the total salary once covered travel costs. It recalls travel was previously at the president’s own expense and asserts $25,000 yearly travel funding should suffice for a non wanderer.
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Taft
United States
Alaska Crisis Hinted After Secret Washington Hearing
Intimations from a secret hearing in Washington allege the Alaska government is under Guggenheim influence. The speaker warns monopolistic control of natural resources and judicial appointments, urging a thorough public investigation by an unbiased committee.
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Alaska
Guggenheims
Friends of
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A Bored President At Odds With White House Life
Dispatches from Washington say President Taft plans to continue traveling and pay his own expenses if needed despite House actions. He supposedly prefers a Pullman car to the rent free White House, raising questions about any desire for a second term.
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Mr. Taft
White House
Washington
House of Representatives
New Hampshire Governor Comments On Tariff Law
The New Hampshire governor states the east will hire the new tariff law and that it should not be drawn to please the west. The remarks suggest regional economic considerations and partisan framing surrounding tariffs.
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New Hampshire
Wedding Day Wardrobe Trends in Elegant Gowns and Jewelry
The piece surveys bridal apparel and accessories highlighting lingerie gowns in sheer fabrics, mid summer frocks, and embroided Swiss motifs. It notes durable moments for slender budgets with crepe gowns and color harmony among wedding party costumes and enamel jewelry trends in silver and platinum tones.
Bridesmaids Fashion Gowns For Honored Girl In Simple Styles
Mothers discuss gowns and hats for a girl to honor. Rich fabrics go to older matrons while maids choose simpler options like voiles muslins nets and laces. Embroidered batiste gowns with lace trim offer bridesmaids room for personal taste.
Drawn in Effect Shapes Modern Evening Skirts
Women cling to slender silhouettes while gowns gain volume with drawn in edges and deep hems. Tunic fullness is controlled by gathered hems, contrasting color bands, and hidden color cords. Slot ribbons weave through wide tucks to reveal color, showing how fashion blends art with current lines.
Lace fashion tips for sheer over draperies and laces
The article discusses reviving half-worn lace gowns with transparent over draperies. It suggests white or cream chiffons to highlight lace, allows black under black or dark colors, and notes colored laces can be covered with chiffon in a matching or contrasting shade for a harmonious look.
Embroidery Frame Tip for Quick Framing
workers who embroider with a frame find it easier to prepare a stack of stamped napkins or handkerchiefs. by over casting the four stamped corners together they can be easily placed in the frame for embroidering.
How to whiten skin with cleansing cream and tomato
The article advises not to let skin tan to gypsy brown. Use cleansing cream and face powder before sun exposure. After sun, cleanse, wipe off, rub tomato on face for a few minutes before bathing to avoid excessive tanning.
To Hold The Fountain Pen Pocket Kit From Gloves
A simple fountain pen pocket can be fashioned from an old evening glove. Use the wrist to elbow section for a two-piece cardboard shell. Sew edges carefully and attach silk or satin lining before assembling. the flap is secured with a clasp.
Dress fastening features noted with hooks and hooks
A description explains elastic strap use with optional button and buttonhole substitutes. A large dress hook is sewn securely at the back and can suspend the garment from the bodice or the waist belt.
Puffy Hands Relief Guide From Old Text
The article explains pale puffy hands signal poor circulation. It recommends loosening corsets and massaging the hands. Wringing the hands is advised to start the blood flowing again.
Doubt Methuselah's Age in Census Findings
The United States census bureau questions extreme age claims. Dr. Cressy L. Wilbur notes 100 years is possible but 110 is doubtful. Noah Raby's age is estimated at about 92 years, not 131, after Navy service timeline inconsistencies are considered.
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United States Census Bureau
Washington
Cressy L. Wilbur
Division of Vital Statistics
Noah Raby
Census Bureau
Raby
New York
United States Navy
United States
Navy Department
Noah Baby
Navy
Wrong Name On A Statue In Statuary Hall
In Washington the Statuary Hall gluts with statesmen as more figures are added. Senator Dick proposes returning statues to their states, favoring pioneers, and a mix up occurs when a statue of James Harlan is found misnamed James S. Harlan, prompting a correction by Justice Harlan.
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North Carolina
Annapolis
Statuary Hall
Washington
James Harlan
Iowa
Harlan
Supreme Court
Cummins
James S. Harlan
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Fond of Old Soldiers
Senator Warner of Missouri regrets missing the board tour of soldiers homes across the country to vote on railroad bill provisions. He expresses fondness for the veterans and notes the old soldiers are aging and receiving good care at the homes.
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Missouri
Washington
Beall Promotes Cottonseed Flour as Rural Boom
Congressman Jack Beall of Texas introduced in Washington a plan featuring cottonseed flour products. The display included cottonseed bread ginger bread fruit cake and cookies. Proponents say the initiative could largely raise southern cotton profits.
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Texas
Washington
Beall
South
Congressional Record bulges with speeches from both houses
The current Congressional Record overflows with speeches from senators and representatives. The publication lists each speech with the speaker’s name, delivery date, and the topic discussed, highlighting the daily output of congressional discourse.
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House
Congress
Roosevelt in Moving Pictures At Washington Exhibit
A Washington moving picture show featured former President Roosevelt and Kermit on an African hunting trip. One clip showed Roosevelt carried across a stream on the shoulders of native guides while the hunting party crossed. The program included several humorous and high quality scenes.
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Washington
Kermit
Africa
Mr. Roosevelt
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