Interstate Commerce Commission Has No Power Over Freight Rates
A Chicago judge rules the Interstate Commerce Commission cannot enforce its freight rate order on livestock. Railroads contest the ruling, arguing the commission already lacks power, while the court says it has none. The decision upholds resistance to the commission’s authority. Women nationwide urged to oppose age limits for male workers, as firms set forty five. They face job loss if men are deemed too old and may still help by withholding work when not needed. The Volga Tribune reports.
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Panama Canal Project Plans Sea Level Route to Cost 300 Million
The ditching project at Panama shifts to a sea level canal costing about 300 million and lasting thirty years. About 10 million has been spent with poor results. Secretary Taft calls for an inquiry, and Congress is expected to begin within weeks. If graft or incompetence is found, the outlook worsens.
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Everorgan Fears New Uprising and Massacre in Macedonia
A massed threat from Everorgan warns of renewed Musselmen revolts and Christian killings in Macedonia. The text condemns inaction by world powers and questions humanity’s tolerance of ongoing violence.
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Christmas Gift Promise From This Big Store
An early holiday sales pitch promises customers a wide range of useful merchandise from now until Christmas Eve. The store guarantees satisfaction with every purchase and will order items not in stock if needed. If an ordered item does not meet expectations, the buyer is not obligated to accept it.
Powers urged to use force for peace in world
The author argues that decency would push leaders to destroy murderers to guarantee global peace but accuses powers of selfishness and fear of losing land. They claim a direct nominations vote may come, but doubt will be fulfilled. The piece notes machine papers showing front changes on the primary issue and rate regulation.
Campbell Nominated for Congress by Aberdeen News
Aberdeen's Jupen Campbell receives nomination for congress by the Aberdeen News, with the Argus Leader noting affiliation with the organization. The News opposes Roosevelt policy while the Argus Leader backs Sena tor Kittredge, who remains silent on the railroad rate proposal. The piece suggests Campbell may be a favorite son tactic to rally Brown county delegates.
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South Dakota Primary Question Debate In Machine Press
The Brookings Press, a machine paper, shifts tone on the primary question, hinting at a vote by the people and contrasting with last spring’s attack on petitioners. It suggests the paper may now endorse positions it previously condemned amid constitutional concerns.
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Brookings Press
Loaded Senate Faces Rate Regulation Clash
The piece denounces senators tied to special interests and railroad power, naming Chauncey Depew, Platt, Aldrich and others. It argues the Senate should reflect the people, not corporate bosses, and cites party tallies on rate regulation as of the moment.
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Senate poll shows stance on railroad rate regulation bill
Washington correspondents report the U S senate lineup on the railroad rate regulation proposition. The poll is considered generally reliable due to potential backlash from the big guns if misrepresented, affecting future influence.
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