Immigration Chief Urges Changes to Chinese Exclusion Act
Washington report on Caminetti first annual immigration review urges modifications to the Chinese exclusion act and cautions on the seamen bill. He doubts the legality of proxy marriages from Japan and warns the so called student status abuses allow Chinese laborers entry. He notes rising US citizenship for Chinese and favors stricter deportation and identification measures to curb surreptitious admissions.
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Associated Press
Washington
Caminetti
Bureau of Immigration
Wilson
Caminetti Miele
Japan
United States
Tile
Commissioner General
Continental
Iso
Department of Labor
Supreme Court
Big Row Over One Little Vote
In Vernon Parish the Democratic executive committee delays promulgating the judicial primary returns where J. H. Boone leads Silas D. Ponder by one vote. Ponder alleges fraud with certificates about poll taxes and registration. The committee defers action to next Tuesday amid anticipated injunctions and mandamus suits to force certification.
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Vernon Parish
Democratic Executive Committee
Twelfth Judicial District
J. H. Boone
Silas D. Ponder
Boone
Ponder
Verney
R. A. Fraser
FE. P. Lee
Mansfield
Vernon
New York State Treasurer Suspected of Deliberate Sul Tie
The report alleges the New York state treasurer engaged in a sul tie as part of a broader criticism debate. No further details available in the fragment.
Kennedy State Treasurer Commits Suicide Amid Grand Jury Case
John J. Kennedy state treasurer and Albany political figure appears before a New York grand jury on graft inquiries. He dies by suicide at a Buffalo hotel after a morning of family activity and a subpoena to testify. Attorney says temporary insanity drove the act, while colleagues note his upright conduct and fear of publicity. He leaves a widow and two children.
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John J. Kennedy
Buffalo
N. Y
John J Kennedy
New York
Grand Jury
Charles 8. Whitman
John Doe
Michael F. Drinberger, Jr
Kennedy
Albany
Whitman
William H. Kennedy
Mr. Kennedy
Drinberger
State Treasurer's Office
Wnh
Glynn
Arthur R. Bissell
The
People’s Bank
Whitmire
Whitmen
William H
Cornell Law School
Mary Jane
State Treasurer Kennedy finances in perfect form say officials
Albany N Y Feb 16 All of Kennedy financial affairs were in perfect form deputies and accountants declared after an examination last Monday The report also notes Matt Wells former English lightweight champion was defeated by Matt McCoy recently in Sydney Australia.
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Albany
N. Y
Kennedy
W. Batton
State Treasurer's
Matt Wells
Matt McCoy
Sydney
Australia
The Tango Fashion Wave Inspires Dress Trends
The piece notes how the Tango craze influences fashion with new dresses, ribbons, and fabrics. It highlights how artists reflect the dance spirit in attire and urges readers to view advertising columns in The Monroe News-Star for authentic news on these stylish changes.
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Monroe News-Star
Gore Goes On Stand Today in Oklahoma Case
Senator Gore testifies detailing his version of an alleged attack, outlining events and his account of the confrontation. The proceedings focus on his statements and response to questions as the trial continues.
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Gore
Oklahoma
Gore Denies Charge At Witness Stand In Damages Suit
Senator Gore testified in Oklahoma City that he met Mrs. Minne Bond at a reception and gave no encouragement. He described the Washington hotel encounter and said another room was used when the meeting continued. He denied touching her or disarranging clothing as Robertson entered.
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Mrs. Bond
Wer
Oklahoma City
Associated Press
Senator Gore
Minne Bond
Washington
T. E. Robertson
Gore
Gore expected to testify in $50,000 damage suit
Oklahoma City Feb 15 Senator T P Gore is set to take the stand at 10 oclock Monday morning to defend himself in a $50,000 damage suit brought by Mrs Michie Bond alleging an assault in a Washington hotel room. The trial in district court continues with arguments to begin Tuesday.
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Oklahoma City
United States
T. P. Gore
Michie FE. Bond
Jim Jacob
Washington
Gore
Baliffs
T. K. Robertson
Robertson
R. A. Rogers
Basketball Tithe Meet Opens in Irving Park Tonight
Basketball teams across the central district of the Amateur Athletic Union show strong interest as the championship tournament begins at the Irving Park Country Club in Chicago tonight. The event draws teams from Chicago and nearby districts seeking the title.
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Chicago
Amateur Athletic Union
Irving Park Country Club
Denver Bond Issue Vote on Moffat Tunnel Planned
In Denver on Feb 16 a special election will decide the fate of a proposed 3 million dollar bond issue to fund the construction of the Moffat tunnel beneath James Peak and related projects.
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Denver
Colo
Moffat
Jymes Peak
Funeral planned for Senator Bacon in Senate Chamber
Washington Feb 15 Senator Bacon’s funeral will be held in the Senate Chamber on the tenth anniversary of Senator Hanna’s funeral. A special Senate and House committee will arrange details and accompany the body to Georgia. President Wilson and other officials are invited. the service will be conducted by Chaplain Forrest J Pettyman with an Episcopal rector to be chosen by the family.
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Associated Press
Washington
Bacon
Senate
Mark Hanna
Marshall
House of Representatives
Georgia
Capitol
House
Supreme Court
Diplomatic Corps
Army
Navy
Forrest J. Pettyman
Senator Escon
Isham G. Harris
Wm. 3B. Bate
Tennessee
Morceug A. Hanna
Ohio
Train Here Ro As Place For Their Spring Practice
A short note indicates a team plans spring practice at a location named Ro, aiming to prepare for upcoming competitions. Details are limited in the fragment.
Brown Confirms St Louis Federal Ball Club South Training Plan
St Louis Federal Leaguers set to depart March 5 for Monroe Louisiana for a three week spring camp. Mordecai Brown, famed Chicago pitcher and St Louis manager, says seven under contract players will be Major Leaguers and plans include practice games with nearby teams and college squads.
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Ilinois
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Ohio
Michigan
Iowa
Louis
St. Louis
Monroe
Mordecai Brown
Chicago
St Louis Federal
Chicago Federal
Shreveport
Albert Kern
Federal
Suen
Federal League
Outlaws
Handian's Park
Grand and Laclede
Chicago Federals
Chicago Outlaws
South Lineday
Brown
Staffordshire Pottery Fair Opens In United Kingdom
London February 1 The Staffordshire pottery trade hosts the first comprehensive UK show in Stoke as German exports spur growth in the sector. The display aims to showcase pottery ware reflecting centuries of regional production and rising competition abroad.
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London
Staffordshire
Stoke
United Kingdom
Leipzig
Progressive party leaders meet in Casper to plan Wyoming campaign
Casper Wyoming February 16 state committee members and other Progressive party leaders held a conference to discuss plans for the forthcoming state campaign.
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Casper
Wyo
Progressive Party
Wyoming
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