Senate rate regulation urged by Cullom bill in victory note
Washington reports trumpet a broad rate regulation push with Cullom shaping the bill. Aldrich Elkins and Foraker back stricter action, while the president’s supporters say the people back reform. The measure would let the interstate commerce commission set maximum and minimum reasonable rates and allow court review.
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Elkins
Foraker
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Curse of Waste and the Hidden Wealth of Scraps
A historic column urges saving every fragment as railroads and households alike profit from waste. It notes last year’s railroad scrap value reached 1.25 million dollars, from pennies to pins, brooms, and old machinery, arguing small savings magnify wealth and curb poverty. Rockefeller plans a grand home in Cleveland.
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Eve Jorn
Rockefeller
Cleveland
Fading from the map Korea
A historical military and political commentary argues Korea is shrinking from the world stage as Japan asserts influence and control. It recalls past subjugations by China and Russia and warns that Korea’s sovereignty may disappear, with the author noting global indifference and the harsh effects of imperial ambition. Mr. Bookwalter is mentioned regarding a personal anecdote in his Denleon house offices.
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Japan
Russia
China
Bookwalter
Denleon House
Mme Nabuco From Brazil Arrives In Washington Social Scene
Mme Nabuco wife of Senor Nabuco the newly appointed ambassador from Brazil is described as a handsome and talented social figure. The Brazilian legation in Washington will host many social functions this winter drawing society interest.
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Brazil
Senur
Nabuco
Brasil
Washington
Sunshine and smiles a word from Josil Wise
A garbled column mixes quirky quotes about farming costs and insurance, local politics, and witty anecdotes. It notes crops valued around 37.00.00.00 and jokes about eggs prices, with remarks on Peter Jennings, Uncle Mac Lockhart, and a bigamy case, ending with a discussion of a proposed university site and distance to the railroad.
Campers in Target Practice Case Near Indianapolis
On a Crawfordsville Pike stock farm near Exghe Creek seven miles from Indianapolis Marshall Pugh alerted Chief Game Warden Earle after hearing shooting. Deputy Graham found four locals from the city with a Thanksgiving lunch, armed for target practice, not hunting. They faced no arrest after Pugh and Earle declined prosecution and gave a warning, promising better conduct.
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Marshall Pugh
Crawfordsville Pike
Exghe Creek
Indianapolis
Earle
Graham
What They Say on City Governance and Public Life
A collage of quotes from Frank Noel May or elect Bookwalter and others discuss city boards, fire headquarters, court study of character, and interchanging railroad traffic. Observations touch on education, opportunities for youth, football ties, and public manners amid civic duties and local concerns.
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Frank Noel
Bookwalter
Trial tale shows Chinese language quick wit and acquittal
In a Sacramento district court a Chinese defendant faced a translator aided exchange during a hat heist trial. The interpreter struggled with phrases and the defense joked the Chinese language conveys much in few words. Judge Clark acquitted the defendant.
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San Francisco Chronicle
Man sentenced for chicken theft and trespass
Morrin Tompkins testified that Harvey entered the henhouse to steal poultry after a party at Harvey's home. Harvey claimed he went inside seeking a stray animal and did not intend to steal chickens, but witnesses placed him in the coop amid a plan to take fowl. The trial before Judge Would resulted in a three year sentence in the penitentiary.
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Tan Pklos
Mr. Tompkins
Harvey
Tompkins
Meyah
Warvey
Farsley
Ant
Kunsna City
Development of Public Charities Pamphlet Exhibits State Work
The Board of State Charities issued a pamphlet titled The Development of Public Charities to Indiana outlining the board’s exhibit for the fall in St Louis. The work covers the state’s public charities and its social condition, includes photographs and plans of institutions, and notes a grand prize with university interest. It outlines the board’s crusade in charities and relief.
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Board of State Charities
St. Louis
Public Charities
Correa
Board In
Charities Mod Relief
Turmoil of Tragic Deaths Across Indiana Regions
A string of brief notices reports injuries and deaths across Indiana towns. George Kirper, 76, severely injured chopping a turkey's head. Kate Cooper, 19, died from burns when clothes caught fire near a grate. John McCormick, & died. Earl Newlin, 17, after two years ill with a fever. Wiltom Selker, United States Express agent, charged with robbery in Norfolk, Va. Joseph Kunkel died of poisoning after a fall. Fred Bannon, 11, accidentally killed while hunting. Mrs. Buram Morag, mother of the late Samuel Ey Marsa, Indiana polls editor, died. Ed Gether, 47, died of apoplexy. Wilhelmine Gallmayer, 67, fell while visiting relatives. Continuous list of local fatalities and injuries from various causes.
Japanese Auction Reduces Bid to Names and Paper Offers
A Japanese auction records bids through written names and offers on paper placed in a box, then opened to award the prize to the highest offer. This method hides bids from participants while determining the winner.
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Toven
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