England Misunderstood In Persia Russia Problem Says Parker
Sir Gilbert Parker novelist and former diplomat arrived in New York with Lady Parker after a stay in the United States. He argues England’s Persian-Russian policy is misunderstood and warns Russia could threaten India and Afghanistan if allowed influence in Persia. Parker praises England’s island defense but says war is not England’s aim, though preparedness remains.
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Striking Workers Stand by Demands as Mill Owners Offer Increase
Lawrene Massachusetts special report says Lawrence mill strike delegates from Central Labor Union refuse a compromise. They reiterate the original demand for a fifteen cent wage rise, declaring a general strike more serious than any prior. Owners offer about eight percent and are criticized as insufficient. Delegates fear a broad walkout, while unions press for full concessions.
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Editors weigh Norfolk Newport News distance dispute
Readers learn from The Richmond Journal that Norfolk and Newport News dispute which is nearer to hel l. The Bristol Herald-Courter notes the question is hard to settle. A Staunton Leader jab suggests a Republican officeholder sings a familiar song about inside versus outside positions. If T. R. should be selected to lead.
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Gravatt backs Byrd bill amid primary debate
Senator Gravatt urges adoption of the Byrd primary bill as the next best step, while criticizing the idea of optional primaries. He favors compulsory primaries for all parties with a fixed election date, arguing his own study of other states’ laws supports such provisions.
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Virginia Senatorbacks Byrd bill amid amendments
A Virginia senator explains support for the Byrd bill while noting committees will stall progress and amendments threaten its strongest features. He defends the primary date provision, warns against extreme conservatism, and stresses careful study of the subject and potential improvements seen in other states.
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Taft Proclaims U S Neutrality in Mexican Conflict
President Taft authorized a State Department proclamation of neutrality in the Mexican revolution. Ambassador Wilson in Mexico City was told to advise Americans to leave if possible, signaling a shift to war conditions and limits on arms supplies while promising protection for Americans from rebels.
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Chicago Packers Prosecution Near End as Defense Hints Verdict
The government case against ten Chicago packers is set to end next week. When the government rests, the defense plans to move for Judge Carpenter to direct the jury to render a verdict of not guilty for each defendant. Counsel will argue the motion for a week.
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Roosevelt Rally Draws Big Crowd in Wheeling West Virginia
Hundreds of Roosevelt supporters packed into Wheeling as Governor Glasscock presided. Delegates pledged to back the former president for another term, flags banners and Roosevelt buttons visible throughout the crowd.
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Lynchburg Republicans to Elect Delegates March 8
Lynchburg Virginia Special report says the Republican city convention will name delegates to district and State conventions on March 8. Delegates likely to be for Taft. no instructions permitted.
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Massive blast destroys Chicago soap factory building
A three story soap factory operated by Hine Brothers & Co was blown apart in South Ashland Avenue, toppling into the Chicago River. Fire and police report no fatalities, but losses reach about 68004 dollars as wreckage and debris stretch onto railroad tracks.
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