Shipping bill revival and bank robberies swirl in editorials
The piece discusses anticipated revival of American ocean carrying with passage of the shipping bill, argues subsidies may be unnecessary, and notes a wave of bold bank robberies across the state. It cites Senator Hanna defending the bill, reflects on wool production data, and mentions Ohio and Minnesota bank robberies as context for law and order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Pittsburg Times
Minnesota
Ohio
Debate Over Army Canteen Sparks Senate Action
The piece argues a post exchange or canteen supports army order and temperance, citing fewer desertions since its establishment and claiming continued operation could reverse House abolition. It notes military testimony that access to beer or wine in camp reduces incentives to desert and avoids dangerous temptations leading to punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
University remarks on politics spark debate at Chicago club
William Giles argues young men must join ward clubs and socialize with ward figures, even drink, to influence practical politics. Critics warn such compromise undermines business interests and personal integrity, urging self respect and honesty over expediency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Giles
Political Science Club
University of Chicago
Russell Sage
Mgr
Giles
Horesty
Up-To-Date Little Liver Pill Advertised Reward
A 500 reward offer promotes Nervita Liver Pills for liver and digestion ailments. The ad claims vegetable ingredients and guaranteed satisfaction with 25¢, 10¢, and 5¢ box sizes, urging mail orders and cautioning against substitutions. Local distributors Amy Halizig and Maggillan are listed in Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nervita Medical CO
Clinton and
Jackson Sts
Chicago
Amy Halizig
Dingeist
Maggillan
Ohio
Help is needed when a life is in danger
A neglected cough or cold may become serious and should be stopped at once. One Minute Cough Cure rapidly cures coughs and colds and worst cases of croup bronchitis grippe and other throat and lung troubles. C. W. Cupples and Rider and Snyder advertise locations. Foley's Kidney Care offered as a remedy for kidney disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Cupples
West Tremont Street
Rider & Snyder
East Main Street
Beer Tax Fight as Ways and Means Overrules Amendments
Washington December 15 Congress closed debate on the war revenue reduction bill then opened to amendments. The Ways and Means Committee overwhelmed beer tax cuts below 1.60 a barrel while two key amendments failed. Mr Payne’s bid to phase out small beer packages was rejected 85 to 64, and Mr Henry Smith’s change to restore express receipts tax passed 128 to 106. The express tax shift would require the payer to settle the tax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ways and Means
Payne
House
Henry ©. Smith
Michigan
Senators clash over timing for vote on Way-Pauncefote treaty
Washington reports that after executive session the senate debated setting a vote day for the treaty with discussion from Senators Lodge Mason Boney Morgan Butler and others. Agreement was reached to accept two amendments removing external ratification and letting Hay-Pauncefote supersede Clayton-Bulwer where inconsistent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Great Britain
Butler
Lodge
Dante
Iadle
Committee On Foreign Relations
Culberson
Spooner
Lindsay
Mc.Cunber
Elkin
Senate Adopts House Holiday Resolution in Washington
The Senate, in brief session, approved the House measure for a holiday recess from Friday December 21 to Thursday June 3. A dispute arose over a Montana senatorial case referral to the privileges and elections committee while executive business was postponed. The body then adjourned until Monday after brief debate on the Way-Paunce treaty.
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Senate
House
Washington
Lodge
Montana
Jones
Arkansas
Chaims
Willon
AL Clark
Martin Maginnis
Committee On
Chandler
Wreck at Leetsdale causes one death nine injured
Telegraph operator’s error in Leetsdale caused a collision between No. 8, a fast train, and the Leetsdale Accommodation. One fireman Oscar White died after severe head and body injuries. Nine others injured include Rh. Le. Stevens D. J. White Fred Schach James Johnston J. E. Hanson Mrs Hanson William Tischer Ada Fischer and George Fleming with varied injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Leetschule
Pittsburg, St. Wayne
No. 8
Allegheny City
Que
Oscar White
Mercy Hospital
Rh. LE. Stevens
New York City
D. J. White
Fred Schach
James Johnston
Leetsdale
J. E. Hanson
Chicago
Mrs. Hanson
Wiliam Tischer
Dover
Del
Ada Fischer
Wiliam Fischer
George Fleming
Charles Watts
Government mulls warship for New Hebrides mission
Cabinet discusses granting a warship to protect native Christians in the New Hebrides. Secretary Long reports a missionary appeal from Rev. James F. Will of Canonsburg for governmental aid. Navy has no suitable vessel and voyages would be long, with French and British gunboats patrolling the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
James F. Will
Canonsburg
New Hebrides Islands
Long
Navy
Tess
Boy Murderer Sentenced in New York Case
Alexander Stewart aged 14 was sentenced to 20 years for manslaughter in the first degree after he killed playmate Edward Riese by slitting his throat at a house of refuge while pretending to shave him. Judge Fursmin wept as he imposed the punishment, noting Stewart’s long criminal record and perverted nature dating to his fifth birthday.
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New York
Alexander Stewart
Edward Riese
Stewart
House of Refuge
Fursmin
Two reportd killed in Luzon and boot peninsula actions
Washington reports General MacArthur forwarded casualty details to the war department listing killed and wounded from Luzon and the Boot Peninsula. Names include Ernest Scheey Frank Herman and Carl Schultz with injuries ranging from chest wounds to head trauma. First degree murder verdict in Uniontown for Edward Spinner in Edenborn case.
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Washington
Mac-Arthur
War Department
Manilt
Luzon
Boot
Peninsula
Ernest Scheey
Cobo
Co. c
Frank Herman
Thomas G. Brydges
Co. B
21St L
Carl L. Schultz
Co. L
Michael ©. Ovonnell
Sosorgon
Aaron A. Knee
William B. Webb
Louis S. Nesbitt
James A. Marsh
George McBride
Uniontown
Edward Spinner
Troy Tyne
Edenborn
Correspondence School Lesson Satirized in Harper's Bazar
In a humorous snippet, Mrs. Brown moves to a correspondence school with Mrs. Jones joining a chat about learning. Mrs. Smith asks what she learned, and Mrs. Brown replies she learned not to depend on her husband to mail her correspondence.
Omega Oil Foot Remedy Ad Urges Daily Rubs
An old advertisement claims Omega Oil cures foot pain from overuse and long hours of standing. It recommends rubbing the feet twice daily after a hot bath and promises quick relief, claiming the oil is good for any liniment use. It directs readers to ask their druggist and, if refused, to contact Omega Chem in New York for mail order.
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Omega Chem
New York
Sue
Stampa
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Fouminle
Daly
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Babney
Rumwmertia
Bers Mankin's
Mill Street
Emonday
Peking
United States
Secretary North
National Association of Wool Manufacturers
Boston
Hanna
Foley
Kennedy & Keagan
Superior Street
Sleveland
OHMIC
Ways
Mwane
Foraker
Wapakoneta
Leroy R. Piper
First National Bank of
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Au Diperstor
New Hebrides
Lad
Nander
Roy
Waza
Abe
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John Ruskin
Colorado
Spain
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