Old age pensions in England and new Jewish colony plans
England expects old age pensions for the coming year to total £12,136,000. A Jewish colony is planned in Hebron to devote its daily efforts to dairying. The rose and the phryanthrum originate in China. A signal traverses 2,700 miles of an Atlantic cable in three tenths of a second. The text notes continued competition with electric....
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Publishers to build ten story Fifth Avenue office block
A Charles Scribner's Sons project in New York plans a 10 story Fifth Avenue building near Forty-eighth Street. Separate items mention fiber plant exhibits, Mrs Adelaide Utter's pending retirement as federal clerk due to abolition of her office, and various global notes on soap exports, electric traction in Russia, ancient jawbone finds, and banana cloth from India.
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Public correspondence on Taft lumber investigation
National Lumber Manufacturers Association releases correspondence between President Taft and the Department of Commerce and Labor regarding Congress ordered inquiry into the lumber industry. The letters discuss delays, the scope of the probe, and the significance of standing timber concentration for lumber prices and possible combinations.
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Charges of Bribery Hint at Congressional Influence
Washington April 6 Representative Randell of Texas told the House that many congressmen are approachable while in session and claimed nearly every member is in the employ of some interest. He spoke while discussing a bill to bar federal employees from taking retainers from corporations engaged in interstate commerce.
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Gardners Defends Judiciary Against Recall of Judges
Washington April 6 Representative Gardner of Massachusetts defended the judiciary in a House speech. He argued against the recall of judges, calling it an artful demagogue's device and disputing reformers’ chemistry of recall. He urged belief in the federal constitution as a bulwark against radical disruption.
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Porto Rico sugar bill warned by official
Secretary of War Bumaon told the Senate finance committee that the House free sugar bill would cripple Porto Ricos coffee industry and ruin its agar business by cutting access to markets. Bugur Producers association representative Carlos Motormick warned the bill would pauperize the island and force a return to colonial poverty. Cumming plan blocked. Washington April 6. War in action postponed on inquiring if Great Britain and France wish to join the United States in universal arbitration for nearly all justiciable controversies.
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Monroe Doctrine Tests Loom as Japan and Germany Pressure
Washington April 6 report warns Monroe doctrine facing acute test amid Mexico tensions. Lodge resolution on Magdadena Bay coaling station fuels debate on U S intervention. Germany’s stance and British fortification talks raise fears of Caribbean dominance and possible border actions under growing foreign challenges.
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Banks to be questioned by House Money Trust Committee
Washington on April 5 reports that more than 4 000 national and state banks will be interrogated by the House Money Trust Investigating Committee. If action was taken yesterday banks will be asked to furnish lists of directors details of defaulters trusts stockholders and other business particulars. The committee seeks to determine how banks control industrial corporations and related concerns.
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River Reg Flood Rise At St Louis And Hannibal
Mississippi river at St Louis rises to 30.4 feet, up 4 feet in 24 hours. predicted to reach 31 feet and hold. From Hannibal gauge 16.5 feet, up 19 feet in 24 hours, waters spread over lowlands. No major damage, Missouri River reported falling slowly.
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Americans Triumph in Interleague Showdown
April 5 in Loula Mo the Americans beat the Nationals in an interleague contest. Nationals led early but the Americans tied in the fourth. Three singles an error and sacrifice in the ninth brought in two runs for the Americans with Shotton and Stovall starring at the plate.
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Americans Edge Indianapolis In Twelve Inning Opener
In Indianapolis Indiana yesterday the New York Americans defeated the local team 4 to 3 after twelve innings in a midseason exhibition. The game featured a tense extra frame and strong pitching from both sides as New York pulled ahead late.
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Funeral of Taylor Held at Nashville
Nashville Tenn April 6 Calbraith of western and middle Tennessee paid their final tribute to the late Riddling Bob Senator Robert Taylor today. Through the hall of the house in the state capitol thousands passed the body as the senator, who died in Washington Sunday, was laid in state. The capital suspended business to honor the man who three times served as governor and later as a federal senator. Tomorrow funeral services and burial will be held in Knoxville.
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Rogers Falls in Daredevil Flight Over Long Beach
Calbraith P. Rodgers, famed as the first to cross the United States by airplane, died in a Wright biplane crash at Long Beach California. After a 200 foot fall into the surf, his neck was broken and his body badly crushed by the engine. Lifeguards Ernest Scott and James Goodwin were among those who reached him as spectators watched a dramatic, fatal descent near the amusement area.
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Esch Hughes Bill Passed by Senate
Washington April 6 Senate action on the Esch Hughes bill to tax the manufacture or importation of white phosphorus material drew sharp opposition from critics. Senator Dalley denounced it as a monstrosity while labor and suffrage advocates urged passage noting constitutional concerns and court rulings referenced in the discussion.
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Abpropriation for North Dakota Agricultural Elm Plant
Washington April 6. A bill ordered favorably reported by the Senate committee on agriculture provides a $100,000 appropriation for an agricultural plant shrub and tree experimental elm in North Dakota.
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Treaty Ratified Signals Wireless Communication Pact
Washington reports the wireless treaty has been ratified today, details say the agreement curbs wireless communication regulation without formal appeal. The convention involves multiple governments and parties, marking a milestone in cross border telecom governance.
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Americans Arrested by London Authorities
Alfred B. Motley and Clark A. Miller, former New York residents, ran a London lithographic business since last June. They appeared at the How Street police court on larceny charges after being brought to London yesterday by the New York police. They claimed provocation led to the act, alleging a disputed patent and contract dispute.
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Dutch Girl to Marry by Proxy in Bold Amsterdam Plan
Moses Pimentel of Boston and Johanna Liefman of Amsterdam plan a proxy marriage. The Dutch queen approves an unusual ceremony to unite before travel to America. A power of attorney and sworn intent to wed were filed with Dutch consul. The bridegroom's brother will present documents in Amsterdam registrar. The father opposes her sailing unmarried.
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Taft Sees Chance To Save Millions In Govt Economy
President Taft urged Congress to pass economy measures saving over 11 million dollars annually. Proposals include placing many local offices in the classified service and merging the revenue cutter and lighthouse services. He cited numerous specific savings across departments and called for continued support for an economy commission.
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Postal Inspection of Libelous Paper in Rock Island
Chicago April 6 Postoffice inspector Dana Angier traveled to Rock Island to pursue a further investigation of alleged libelous material printed by John Looney a Rock Island resident Angier plans to return to Springfield to confer with U S District Attorney W A Northcott about possible arrests and warrants by federal authorities.
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Meeting of Modern Woodmen Hosts in Elgin Disbanded
An April meeting at Elgin UK to explain raised order rates was abruptly called off last night amid a near plot dispute. The national group of Modern Woodmen had planned a state convention style session with insurgent members present.
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Van Olsen Named Captain of Cleveland Team
Cleveland April 5 Van Olsen shortstop will be captain of the Cleveland team of the American League this season. Announcement was made by Manager Marty Davia at New Orleans.
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Mohа Inflicts Hard Beating on Smith
Hob Moha of Milwaukee battered Jim Smith of New York in a scheduled ten round bout at the National Sporting Club last night. Smith’s seconds threw up the sponge to save him from a knockout in the eighth round.
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New York Nationals Beat Washington Americans In Sand Court
The New York Nationals defeated the Washington Americans yesterday by 46 to 6 as the Washington squad collapsed in the sand. New York dominated play with strong defense and effective scoring runs throughout the game.
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Milwaukee voters oust socialists in sweeping nonpartisan victory
Milwaukee on April 4 elected a nonpartisan slate across mayoral, alderman, and county posts, eliminating party labels from future municipal races. Ludwig Beding? No: says nonpartisan candidate for mayor defeated Emil Heidel 43 177 to 20 200, with 26 nonpartisan aldermen and 11 socialist aldermen. Voter turnout nears 80,000, far above prior municipal totals.
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Democrats Win In Chicago City Election
Chicago voters elected 25 Democrats and 11 Republicans for aldermen with bond issues totaling 6.69 million dollars. A Harrison Sullivan split defined the fight as 18 new Democrats joined the council, boosting Democrats to 46 and Republicans to 24. Bond packages funded harbor improvements, seaside facilities, and a hospital, while police and firehouse projects failed.
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Jost elected mayor of Kansas City by 3400 votes
Henry J. L. Jost a Democrat won the Kansas City mayoral race against incumbent Darius A. Brown by an estimated 3,400 votes. The Democratic ticket swept most offices, with the council split 14 Democrats to six Republicans. Brown, known statewide, backed municipal ownership of gas and electric plants. Jost, 41, serves as an assistant prosecuting attorney for Jackson County.
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Wilson Answers Critics in Everglades Scandal
Secretary of Agriculture James Wilson testified before the House committee on expenditures in the agricultural department in Washington. He faced criticism over reports on Florida Everglades drainage. He denied releasing Maj Wright’s report excerpt with his consent and discussed authorizing publication of parts of a Florida governor’s letter.
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Johnson Celebrates 84th Birthday in Chicago Pressroom
Jack Johnson arrived in Chicago to mark his 84th birthday and discuss future bouts. He voiced willingness to face any of the "hopes" on the short route before meeting Jim Flynn for the heavyweight title in July and spoke with promoter Jack Curley about fight sites and east engagements with promoter Tom O'Rourke to occur later in the week.
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Teale Ordered to Serve For Brutal Iowa Murder
Des Moines April 3 Bert Teale of Decatur county was found to serve out life for a murder described as the most brutal in Iowa history. He killed Hertha Zornes in 197 by striking with a blow to the hand during a dispute over who should cool for Teale.
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Duluth Freight Men Reject Strike Support
Officials of railroads with Canadian links and the freight handlers group deny any union backing for a strike. Winnipeg reports suggested freight bundles would rely on American Northwest support, but local statements say there is no organization named the Brotherhood of Railway Freight Handlers.
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Knabe Murder Confession Tied to Sailor's Tale
Portsmouth N H April 1 4 photo of Seth Nichols the sailor who according to police confesses murdering Dr Helen Knabe in Indianapolis last October for 1500 and a copy of the confession mailed to authorities Nichols a deserter from the Dixie was arrested for carrying a loaded revolver in New York and allegedly told police he killed Knabe after being offered 1000 by a stranger in New York The Indianapolis police doubt the confession noting no prior mention of Nichols or Knight and questioning the details of the crime.d
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Gasoline Explosion Destroys Sod Shanty in Meadr
Meadr Kan April 4 A gasoline tank explosion leveled a sod dugout killing Mr and Mrs J R Miller who resided there after moving from Atkinson Ill eighteen months ago. The blast blew off the roof and fire gutted the interior. The Millers had filed on a claim.
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Prisoners Escape From Court Room in St Louis
Five men including a confessed murderer and four burglary suspects escaped from Judge Wilson A. Taylor's court room in the municipal building. They crawled from a cage through a rear door to window walls, edged along a narrow ledge to another window, then reentered the building and fled. Ammon Kelly, who killed his wife last Christmas Eve, was among the escapees.
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Kirkwood Cafe Fight Ends In Bout Chaos
The card at Kirkwood Cafe features Toula Mo and Johnny Boy Nea in a weight class bout that ends amid disorder. Reports describe a real bout with a boatn Ber at the venue as tensions flare and officials intervene.
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Paper Confiscated by San Diego Police
San Diego police confiscated copies of a supposedly sensitive document. The incident involved multiple witnesses and an official inquiry. authorities cited law violations and potential breaches of privacy as the motive behind the seizure. The report notes a tense environment as officers secured the contested papers.
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