President Taft vetoes New Mexico Arizona statehood recall pact
Washington Aug. 15 Taft sent a special message to congress vetoing statehood for New Mexico Arizona. He objected to the Arizona constitution recall provision for judges saying it imperils judicial independence and risks tyranny by a popular majority. Bryan criticizes the veto as folly and argues Arizona should reinstate the recall if statehood comes.
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Washington
Taft
Congress
Senate
House
New Mexico
Arizona
Statehood
Bryan
Philippines
Labor Confers With Asquith to End London Strike
Premier Asquith and Chancellor George discuss rapid peace with labor leaders as 120000 workers strike in London Manchester Liverpool and other cities. Troops with bayonets clear rioting streets amid calls for stricter measures if conditions do not improve.
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London
Asquith
Sieyad George
Liverpol
Manchester
Liverpool
Brig. Gen Ralph W Hoyt assumes command in Texas
San Antonio Texas Aug 15 Brig Gen Ralph W Hoyt today succeeded Maj Ben William H Carter in command of the maneuver brigade in the state Gen Carter returns to Wahs pe to resume duties as chief of staff relieving Gen Arnie Murray who has been assigned to the command of the department of the west with headquarters at San Francisco
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San, Antonio
Texas
Ralph W. Hoyt
Ben
William H. Carter
Carter
Wahspe
Aserft
Arnie Murray
Department of the West
San Francisco
Mount Asamasyama Eruption Claims Dozens Dead
A volcanic eruption on the Ile of Mount Asamasyama outside Toklo claims more than 30 victims, about half Americans and Europeans. Two expeditions near the summit are missing while others at the base escaped boiling lava. The eruption occurred today about 90 miles from the city.
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Toklo
Mount Asamasyama
Express Rates Under Scrutiny by Railway Commissioners
A 31 member committee of the American Association of Railway Commissioners met to finish a report on express rate reductions and possible abolition of express companies. The panel, drawn from railroad bodies nationwide, aims to present findings in October and press Congress to regulate express firms or create a parcel post system.
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Chicago
Association
Congress
California Red Men Hold Concil
California Red Men hold council in San Jose opening ceremonies and will sit through the week ending Saturday with a large celebration. Various matters of interest to members to be discussed during the sessions.
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California
Red Men
San Jose
Cal
Great
Council of the Red Men of
Seasion
Oregon Militia Ready to Return Home After Fort Stevens Capture
Columbia Beach Oregon August 15 1200 men of the Oregon national guard engaged in a brief action and, after the so called capture of Fort Stevens by a force described as a fear attack the troops began minor drills and prepared to head home tomorrow.
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Columbia Beach
Ore
Fort Stevens
Oregon National Guard
Women Baptist Missionary Society opens in Bridgetown
The Women s Baptist Missionary society began its annual sessions in Bridgetown I S as a precursor to the United Baptist convention of the maritime provinces which is set to formally open Saturday morning. The gathering drew many prominent members of the denomination.
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Bridgetown
I. S
Women’s’ Baptist Missionary Society
United Baptist Convention of the
Maritime Provinces
Rural Mail Carriers Convene in Marietta Ohio
More than 300 rural mail carriers from every Ohio county attend the Rural Mail Carriers association annual meeting in Marietta. The two day convention opens with entertainment and events lined up for delegates and visitors.
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Marietta
Louisville Hosts State Elks Gathering Delegates
Louisville Kentucky welcomed Elks from 25 lodges for the annual state gathering. Delegates arrived for the reception as business sessions set for tomorrow and Thursday.
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Louieville
Louisville
Elks
Kentucky
Confederate veterans hold Mor gan reunion at Parks Hill
Carlisle Ky August 15 Confederate veterans gathered for their annual reunion at Parks Hill Morgan commanded troops from distant points to renew friendships and share memories of the Civil War era. the event continues through tomorrow with old comrades meeting again.
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Carlisle
John H. Morgan
Parks Hill
Edmond Beall Knotm State Senator Seeks $100 Bounty
State Senator Edmond Beall proposes a $100 bounty for a baby, aiming to address a public safety or welfare concern. Details on eligibility or administering agency not provided in the fragment.
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Knotm
Babier
Senators Pursue August Adjournment Date
Washington August 15 Senator Penrose proposed a concurrent resolution for Congress to adjourn on August 22 at 8 oclock. Senate committee on contingent expenses ordered a favorable report on an investigation of Senator Stephenson election. Wisconsin institute said Stephenson used corrupt methods to secure his title. The House expendetures committee chairman Graham repudiated drop of the Controller Bay probe and urged thorough, deliberate inquiry despite political pressure.
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Washington
Penrose
Congress
Senate
Benatorgon
Wisconsin
Istute
Stephenson
Graham
House Committee
Interior Départment
Taft
Importers in Trouble Centering on Morimura Brothers
Federal officials probe customs fraud involving several importers and government officials. Morimura brothers, major oriental goods importers, are at the centers of the case with reports that thousands of dollars worth of goods passed undervalued.
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San Franciscob
Morimura Brothers
Bartholdt Sails to Present Steuben Statue in Germany
Representative Bartholdt of Missouri sailed aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm II to Germany to present a replica of the Baron von Steuben statue to the emperor on behalf of the U S. He will also attend the Interparliamentary Peace Union annual meeting while abroad.
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Steuben
Germany
New York
Bartholdt
Missouri
Kaiser Wilhelm II
Baron von Steuben
United States
Interparliamentary Peace Union
Suffragists in New York Launch Self Denial Week Drive
New York suffragists begin a seven day self denial campaign to fund the California campaign for woman suffrage. Leaders at Clason Point host a luncheon to celebrate the opening as women pledge to forgo luxuries, ride less, and donate saved funds to the movement.
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New York
Rila
Finda
Greater
Clason
California
Europe
Atwood Plans New York Flight Run From St Louis
Aviator Atwood resumes the St Louis to New York flight this afternoon aiming to land in New York. If successful this trip he will attempt a San Francisco to New York leg.
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Chicago
Atwood
St. Louis
New York
San Francisco
Nation wide protest over Astor wedding sparks calls for uniform marriage laws
A nationwide protest emerges against John Jacob Astor's forthcoming marriage to Madeline Force as Congress considers two resolutions by Mor rie of Nebraska and Howard of Georgia. The measures urge a national code governing marriages and divorces and request governors to send delegates to a constitutional conference to draft uniform laws.
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John Jacob Astor
Madeline
Morrie
Nebraska
Howard
Georgia
Astor
Itas
Typos Clim Mountain Ban Frangisch Aug 15 Tyama
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a convention in August with references to Typographt and Mt Tamalpais. The readable parts suggest a gathering related to language or printing terms, but specific details are unclear.
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Ban Frangisch
Hese
Mt Tamalpuls
Oregon Mills Unite to Form Douglas Fire Company
Wentworth of the Portland Lumber Company announces that 15 major Oregon sawmill firms have consolidated into the Douglas Fire company to cut costs and end competing crews. The group has produced about 750 million feet in the past five years across the middle west and eastern markets. Wentworth serves as president of the new organization.
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Portland
Ore
Diggest
Oregon
Douglas Fire Company
Middle West
L. F. Wentworth
The
Portland Lumber Company
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