Indiana Senate kills repeal of county option law
In Indianapolis the Indiana Senate voted 26 to 23 to strike the enacting clause of a bill repealing the county option law. The closely fought action ends two days of filibustering amid bitter party tension as several Democrats broke ranks. Durre and Pelser supported repeal, but the chamber remains Republican-leaning overall. The outcome is seen as boosting upcoming county option votes.
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Foreno on Battle Over Repeal Debate in Senate
In a long Senate wrangle the repealers and anti-repealers agreed to take up the Tomlinson bill on the option law at 3 this afternoon. The dispute involved fairness claims connected to Senator Yarling and remarks by Senator Kistler and Proctor as Lt Governor ruled in favor of the repeal side.
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Law on Local Option Faces Court Challenge
As March term openings trigger new momentum for the local option movement, four counties set election dates and petitions move through commissions. Montgomery schedules March 23, Ohio March 25, Elkhart March 25, Jennings March 30, with about a dozen more counties likely to order votes this month amid temperance activity.
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Second Trial Of Oil Company Under Way
The government’s case against the Standard Oil company of Indiana over alleged rebates from the Chicago and Alton railroad opened for a second time with a full jury in Chicago. Assistant United States Attorney James H. Wilkerson led the proceedings.
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Senator Knox Resigns. Oliver to Succeed
The resignation of United States Senator Knox was received by Governor Stuart in Harrisburg on March 2 and takes effect March 4. The legislature will elect George T. Oliver of Pittsburgh on March 16 to succeed Knox.
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Nineteen Millions Voted on General Deficiency Bill
Washington reports the General Deficiency Bill, last of the general supply measures, moved through the Senate amid filibustering. Hepburn defended the conference report arguing opposition stemmed from resentments to enforcement provisions for the 14th and 15th amendments. Continued on page 3 column 4.
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Postum Cereal Co Ends Local Paper Ad Contract
Postum Cereal Company, the largest general advertiser, shifted spending after sending a representative to Logansport. The Tribune secured a three year contract, discontinuing ads in a long time local paper. Other major advertisers also moved to Tribune, citing truthful circulation data and sworn records.
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Ship Subsidies Debated as Canals and Trade Shape Policy
In Washington today the House defeated the ship subsidy bill 172 to 175, while Rep. Landis of Indiana urged stronger Latin American trade ties and a merchant marine revival. He argued a pan American approach, canal completion, and government aid would restore the American flag on the sea and boost shared prosperity among twenty republics.
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Senate Amends Kleckner Bill and Passes Baseball Measure
The Indiana Senate split on Kleckner's freight car limit bill with a majority backing indefinite postponement and a minority urging passage with a 75 car cap. The same session saw the Baseball Bill pass the House to fix earlier veto issues, and the eminent domain measure for hydro and steam electric rights move with broad support.
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Taft Arrives as Guests Arrive for Inauguration Week
President elect Taft and Mrs Taft will stay with the President until March 4. Callers in Washington greet the incoming administration with respect not business. Streets glow with lights as crowds celebrate the approach of a new era. Weather hints at a fair Inauguration day, with uncertainty about Thursday’s forecast.
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