10 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1912
Page
1
The State Commission of Industry reports that the majority finds the trust question would not be settled by adopting the proposed plan. It cautions on uncertainties and emphasizes continued examination of alternatives.
Rep Gardner of Massachusetts argues trusts arose from economic conditions not man made and urges federal licenses for large capital firms and an interstate regulatory body. He questions dissolving trusts and says breaking up concentrations could reduce prices without creating new monopolies. He calls for recognition of large industrial units and a shift back to competitive practice.
The department of agriculture estimates this year's U S grain harvest will exceed last year's. Corn may reach 2 881 000 000 bushels, second only to 1906. Wheat around 680 000 000, oats a record surpassing 1910 by 21 000 000, barley a new peak at 202 000 000, rye matching 1910 at 35 000 000, and potatoes about 371 000 000 bushels, with 1909 having a larger crop for comparison.
A terse political line highlights a campaign stance centered on inactivity as an approach. The slogan suggests a demand for action or policy focus rather than stalemate, reflecting a populist tone in the era's discourse.
Col Roosevelt returns from Chicago to Sagamore Hill and announces a one week rest to escape politics. He will spend mornings with his horse Sirdah and afternoons tennis and boating, helping farm hands when needed. He notes New York is waking up as crowds cheer him at the station.
Associated Press reports Topeka indicates Governor W. R. Stubbs leading in about one hundred of 465 legislative districts, asserting a strong path to the Republican nomination over Senator Curtis. Judge W. W. Thompson also shows leads in portions of the state.
The Worcester Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles won first prize $1,000 at the grand aerie competition. Indianapolis team placed second earning $500 and Milwaukee took $250. new laws deny aerie members liquor related illness claims and bar buffets until charter is one year old with two thirds vote. majority attendees depart as the grand seri e plans concluding session tomorrow.
The Associated Press reports that the Progressive party has named Denman as a candidate in Ohio. Details on the nomination process and campaign plans were not provided in the fragment.
New York August 9 District Attorney Whitman expects Lieut Charles Becker to break under conditions while Becker says no confession. Jack Sullivan ready to testify corroborating Rose Webber and Wallon claims. An eye witness Stanich identified the four men and Sullivan as at the scene and leaving in a gray automobile.
Becker met with the head of a murder gang who was a fugitive and urged him not to surrender. The incident highlights tensions between law enforcement and organized crime figures.
Austin dispatches report Mexican invaders crossed the Rio Grande and raided Texas fronts before retreating. Governor Colquitt urgently asked Washington for federal protection and repulsion of the invasion, but late tonight no war department response had arrived.
Detroit plans to acquire infielder Rea Corriden from Kansas City in a deal expected to total 12000 in cash and players. Corriden is praised as a top minor league star this season with a batting around .360.
John W. Plank received a concussion after a swing mishap near Young America on Thursday. He collapsed and was unconscious for hours with medical help from Dr. Gray, county commissioner, at the scene. By Friday he remained unable to speak.
The police board last evening approved seeking funds to add two more patrolmen to the force to improve service on the south side. At least one traffic officer will enforce the traffic ordinance in the business district, with possible further staffing if needed. Five thousand copies of the traffic ordinance will be printed and distributed by the police department to ensure every driver receives one. The council is expected to grant the necessary appropriation for the new officers.
Fragmentary notes describe a United States Supreme Court matter involving railroad ownership and competition. The text mentions American ships, Great Britain, and a measure restricting usage, with references to passage and ownership disputes.
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