Fragmented World Notes in Far Flung Dispatches
The item surveys scattered curiosities from many regions: Snake Indians and Creek land allotment fears in Oklahoma, fish catching in Minnesota ditches after snowmelt, and ancient Dorchester theater scenes in England. It also recounts Greece’s unrest, a warning from a snowbound schoolteacher, and diverse scientific and cultural tidbits from around the world.
Japan Reiterates California Land Law Violates Treaties
Tokyo reports Japan's reply to the U S note on California alien land ownership says the bill discriminates against a friendly power and falls under political questions. It cites treaty provisions and the Fourteenth Amendment, while public interest in the dispute remains high and officials weigh participation in the San Francisco exposition.
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Tokyo
Japan
United States
California
Tatsuo Yamanoto
Agriculture and Commerce
San Francisto
Bryan
Japan's Note Sparks Debate on Fourteenth Amendment
Washington officials study Japan's contention that alien land laws violate the Fourteenth Amendment. The note, read to the cabinet, cites due process and equal protection claims as opening ground for negotiations. Counselor Moore and Ambassador-designate Guthrie in Pittsburgh await further guidance. a reply may take two weeks.
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Washington
Japan
Tokio
Washin
State Department
John Bassett Moore
Wilson
Tary Bryan
Pittsburgh
W. Guthrie
Moore
Hitchcock Proposes Graduated Tobacco Tax Bill
President Wilson weighing McReynolds plan to tax tobacco makers on a sliding scale to curb monopoly. Senator Hitchcock Nebraska adds an anti trust amendment to the Underwood tariff bill for a graduated excise tax on tobacco cigars cigarets and snuff starting at 1 cent per pound and rising with production. The proposal could raise about 15 million dollars in revenue.
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Washington
White House
Wilson
McReynolds
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Finance Committee
Paroled Conspirator Al Rhodes Visits Des Moines
Al Rhodes, paroled after three years and 17 months, arrived in Des Moines following his parole. He had testified against accomplices Tom Hateh and Peter Juhl, whose plot to dynamite the county treasurer’s safe led to Deputy Treasurer James O’Callighan’s conviction.
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Des Moines
al Rhodes
Rhodes
James O'Callighan
Tom Hateh
Peter Juhl
Taft to be guest of the president at luncheon
Former President Taft will lunch with President Wilson at the White House during his visit to Washton for a Lincoln Memorial commission meeting. It will be Taft’s first White House visit since leaving office.
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Washtown
Lincoln Memorial Commission
White Mouse
Wilson
Mr. Taft
Jane House
Protecting orchards against grasshoppers in California
Sacramento reports indicate many young orchards in Mutte county have been damaged by grasshoppers. Officials note bark stripping and leaf loss in swept areas while enforcement of horticultural laws awaits compilation by the state agency.
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Sacramento
Cal
Mutte County
Goman Isa
Comutili Kiolwer
Senate probes paper tariffs and Eastman film case
Senate finance subcommittees weigh the timber pulp and paper schedule under the Underwood tariff bill. John Norris argues against countervailing duties, while film firms led by G. Gennert urge free listing for photographic films over Kodak monopoly claims. The subcommittee discusses film duties and Canadian pulp restrictions.
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New York
American Newspaper Publishers’ Association
Senate
Johnson
Maine
Hoke Smith
Georgia
Hughes
New Jersey
Norris
United States
Roe
G. Gennert
Eastman Kodak Company
Gennert
Eastman Corey
South America Welcomes Japanese Population Flow
Seattle June 7 Japan finds an outlet for surplus population in South America. Fifteen Japanese landed at Santos May 16 to found a colony under Brazil Japan agreement. Brazil set aside 150000 acres for the colony and another large colony will form next year. Brazil and Peru receive contract labor from Japan for sugar plantations with wages at 60 cents daily and free board.
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Wash
Japan
South America
Thriner Sanuki Maru
Santos
Brazil
Brasil
Peru
Yokohama
Peruvia
Sioux City Men Key Parade Figures at UCT Convention
Des Moines June 7 The traveling men parade was a spectacular feature of the United Commercial Travelers convention. The Sioux City delegation appeared in the second division marching to the Fifty fourth regimental band from Ottumwa. The Storm Lake band also drew attention as about 1 000 delegates attended the event.
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United Commercial Travelers’ Convention
Sioux City
Fifty-fourth Regimental
Ottumwa
Storm Lake
Strawberry Prospects Dented by Early Week Heat
Onawa Iowa June 7 a careful investigation finds strawberry prospects in the area greatly reduced by exceedingly hot days at the start of the week. Beds are plentiful but many will be disappointed by a partial crop failure with an estimated 75 percent injury indicated by the bloom time.
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Onawa
Investigation into patronage in House job distribution
Washington reports an inquiry into alleged patronage in distributing House jobs. Chairman Palmer appoints Representatives Humphreys Covington and Doremus to lead the probe into the Democratic caucus mechanisms.
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Washington
Rouse of Representatives
Palmer
Democratic Caucus Today
Humphreys
Mississippi
Covington
Maryland
Doremus
Michigan
Kenyon seeks probe of Frisco and related affairs
Senator Kenyon introduced in the Senate a resolution directing the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate the receivership of the Frisco system and the Chicago and Eastern Illinois. The inquiry covers all facts leading to the acquisition and circumstances preceding the receivership with a report to Congress.
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Washington, D. C
Kenyon
Senate
Interstate Commerce Comminsion
Frisco System
Chicago & Eastern Illinois
KBI
Frinco
Daring suffraget Emily Davison in critical condition
Epsom England June 6 The condition of Miss Emily Wilding Davison a militant suffraget severely injured while interfering with the kings horse at the derby Wednesday worsened today She had a restless night and doctors fear an grave outcome An operation is planned likely for tomorrow.
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Epsom
England
Emily Wilding Davison
Suit Reopened by Tobacco Dealers in Northeast
Sixteen hundred independent tobacco dealers in New York and New Jersey petition Attorney General to reopen the dissolution suit against the American Volodoon company. The action, reported by a local committee, seeks new support from multiple dependent organizations tied to major cities and systems including Bowen, Cleveland, Chicago, Minneapolis, Lake System, Bun Francisco, Los Angeles and New Orleans.
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New York
New Jersey
Emeral McKeynalda
American Volodoon Company
Ganou
Law Angeles
New Orleans
Wilson Won't Save Neck of Assailant
Washington reports President Wilson refused to interfere with the death sentence of Nathaniel Green a black man who Christmas night assaulted a white woman near the capitol. Green will hang Monday as the first D C felonious assault execution. Delays prompted a 100 woman committee to urge swifter action.
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Washington
Wilson
Nathaniel Green
Capitol
Green
District of Columbia
Light shed on lobby work in tariff debate
Washington June 7 Senate lobby investigation reveals indirect lobbying by sugar wool and cotton groups. Senators report a publicity and letter writing campaign and anticipate more disclosures as hearings continue. Senator Oliver defends steel stock interests and asserts no steel lobby exists.
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Senate
Thomas
Colorado
Reed
Eens Wilson
Jones
Missouri
Oliver
United States Steel Corporation
Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Coal Company
W. L. Claus
W. 8. Strassburger
A. F. Qgarner
John Pitcairn
Edward E. Marshall
Arthur A. Davis
John H. Penny
Colin Livingtone
W. L. Kann
Conarens
Steel Intere
Emiseroe
Dupont
Delaware
Pennsylvania Steel Company
Cambria Steel Company
National Biscuit Company
Dupont Powder Company
Delmonte Leasing Company
Volunteer Mining Company
Creed Mines Company, Limited
Henry T. Oxnard
Oxnard
Congress
Rocky Mountain
Aoid
Former Iowa Congressman Hull subpoenaed for Senate lobby probe
Former Seventh District Congressman J. A. T. Hull of Iowa was served a subpoena to appear before the Senate lobby committee in Washington. Hull, now a lawyer in Washington, practices before government departments and is listed as a partner with his former secretary Herman Keeven. The exact scope of his testimony was not disclosed.
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Iowa
Washington, D. C
J. A. T. Hull
House
Benate Lobby Committee
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Hin
May Hold Open Session On Currency Reform Hearings
Washington June 6 The House banking committee may hold public currency reform hearings Representative Lindbergh Minnesota moved to open the session. The attempt to table it failed after lively discussion. A subcommittee consisting of Hulaley, Seldomridge, Wingo, Plitt and Smith of Minnesota was appointed to investigate the open hearings issue.
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Washington
House Banking Committee
Lindbergh
Minnesota
Hulaley
Svldomridge
Wingo
Plitt and Smith
Mother Jones Arrives in Charlceton for Labor Probe
"Mother" Jones travels to Charlceton West Virginia after meeting with a Senate committee in Washington. The panel plans to start an inquiry into labor troubles at Kagwawhe company next Tuesday. She will collect data to present to the committee.
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W. Va
Mother" Jones
Washington
Senate Committee
French Seek Big Loan From Bankers in Belgium
The Belgian government negotiates a large loan with a group of bankers, aiming for about 20 million francs. Details remain incomplete as talks continue in Brussels during June.
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Hrossela
Belgium
At & Ber
Free Bridge Over the Missouri Revival Plans
Sioux City reports revival of the free highway bridge project between Sioux City and South Omaha. A consulting engineer estimates a $276,000 cost with a four-span 600 ft crossing and a single streetcar track. Taxing at 5 mills for three years in Woodbury County would cover most costs, with cross-river votes and public meetings planned.
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Bronx City
Woodbury
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Oux City
Crystal Lake
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Iowa Supreme Court Decisions Reported From Des Moines
The Iowa Supreme Court released several rulings today. The cases include Iowa v. Agnes Taylor from Humboldt County affirmed. Scott v. City, Guthrie County reversed. Bierman v. Hann from Madison County reversed and remanded. Head v. Beach from Lee County reversed. Tomlinson v. Sovereign Camp Woodmen of the World from Madison County affirmed. Stevens v. Woodard from Wright County reversed.
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Iowa Supreme Court
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Liner Halted as Morgan Says Adieux
New York June 6 the mulling of the liner France for Havre was delayed 18 minutes today to bid farewell to J B Morgan's sister Miss Anne Morgan who will spend the summer in her villa near Paris. Mr Morgan jumped from an automobile and the crew to a gong plank and the event drew his family and onlookers.
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France
Havre
J. B. Morgan
Mise Anne Morgan
Paria
Mr. Morgan
Fran
Aulanne Bile
Milaworth
Fish Dragged From Boat. Boy Drowns at Lake
In Choveland on June 5 a fishing accident left a boy dead after a line became tangled with a boat. Luke Keithley was among witnesses as responders freed the youngster but he could not be revived.
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Baltimore and Glenville officials visit for sewer project
Park mayor of Balt Lake and Gev Williams open new sewer system tour in downtown. Attendees include local families and visiting dignitaries as crews begin a week of work to improve city infrastructure.
France moves to protect motherhood in labor law debate
In Paris the chamber of deputies debated protecting motherhood with a proposal by Fernand Magerand to require employers to continue wages for four weeks after childbirth. He noted France lags behind Turkey and other nations in maternal protection and cited child mortality comparisons. Deputy Henri Schmidt argued such a measure would have avoided future costly mandates.
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France
Chamber of Deputies
Fernand Magerand
Turkey
Germany
Henri Schmidt
Pleads For Man Who Sought To Kill Her
Milwaukee June 6 A dying convict sought to die in his wife arms with their three children nearby. Anna Bartel moved the court to grant mercy and a letter from Warden Woodward supported the request. Judge Backus acted as her attorney and after telephoning Gov McGovern said the husband would be home Friday. Bartel received three years at Waupun in November. The man, intoxicated, admitted to assaulting his wife three times and then killed himself.
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Backus
Anna Bartel
Mra. Hartel
Woodward
Waupun
EK. BK. McGovern
Bartel
Ans Ahe
Pure Food Law Enforcement to Be Expanded
Dr. Carl L. Alsberg outlined a stronger federal push for the pure food law while urging education to accompany new administration efforts. He said science must guide food manufacture, with the agriculture department enhancing consumer protection and better utilization of by products.
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Bureau of Chemistry
National Wholesale Grocers’ Association
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South
Laughs to Insanity Over Ancient Joke
Milwaukee June 6. Julie Jeaneth suffers a 16 hour spell of law writer panic then a four hour death watch. Doctors say physical condition has improved though his mind appears forever damaged by megalomania. He now believes he is a tragiclon and may lose his sanity in days. The ancient joke involved a wife says poison and a husband replies he would take it.
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Wis
Juliie
Jeaneth
Enerenvy Hospital
Ho Han
Cam
Wonwa
Fire destroys section of Mala Motor Truck plant in Indianapolis
A morning blaze in Indianapolis destroyed part of the Mala Motor Truck plant with estimated losses around 40000 dollars. Fire officials investigated the cause as undetermined.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Mala
Custom Shake-Up Postponed Amid Federal Reshuffle Debates
Secretary Adon recommends postponing a planned government reorganization due to objections and concerns over feasibility. He cites delays and potential disruption across agencies, urging Congress to review details before enactment. The move reflects broad skepticism about immediate systemic changes.
Evans is arrested after moving in murder case
Mae Evans, once part of the parish party in the wreck tragedy, is now under arrest on charges related to the death of Dr. Edward Look in Mowe. She reportedly confessed to being tongue tied by a gunman who fired into her own line as she moved. She has recovered enough to be taken to the county jail.
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Thas
Lobbying Debate Spurs Focus on Organized Public Influence
Washington readers heard Senator Overman describe a new, organized form of lobbying that shapes public sentiment to influence senators. The hearings named Do Faulkner Colin Livingston and others as witnesses while discussions tied possible White House input to the Sugar and Steel tariff debates.
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Senate
Overman
Do. J. Faulkner
United States
West Virginia
Colin Livingston
W. J. Strauburger
Glasamere
Pittsburgh Plate
Paul J. Christian
Louisiana Sugar Growers
Arthur B. Hayes
Capitol
Wilson
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Goff
Virginia
Standard Old Company
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Henry T. Oxnard
Clean Sweep by McAdoo Promises Postponed Resignations
Washington reports Keardury Mir Adoo leads a purge of Republican officials as part of a phased reorganization plan. Treasury officials kept details secret while in San Francisco McAdow ordered resignations of Collector Stratton and aides Nava, Stone, McKinley, and John J. Mutton Jr.
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England to Build Three Dreadnoughts in 1912 Plan
London reports the government will rush three battleships into service this year after Congress rejected funding for a full fleet. The move follows parliamentary resistance and aims to strengthen naval power amid austere budgeting and strategic pressure.
Young People Meet Delegates From Many States
A Kansas City gathering of 600 delegates from numerous states opened the Metropolitan Protestant Young People's union convention. Prominent speakers included O'Regan and Aennchaedh, and the event will continue through the week with meetings and discussions scheduled.
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Rive
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Cie
Hida
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Appropriation Passed for Pugaind Pugitio Participation
The chamber of deputies approved a $450000 appropriation to support Taly's participation in the Pugaind Pugitio event, as reported by the June session. The decision earmarks funds for travel, lodging, and competition costs.
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Bation Chamber of Deputies
Tulay
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