Nationwide prohibition urged in protest at capitol
At Washington on December 10 a 3000 strong, mixed rally of anti liquor forces from the United States and the Women's Christian Temperance Union petitioned for a constitutional amendment for national prohibition. Speakers including Rep Hobson and Sen Sheppard urged action while crowds sang and cheered on the Capitol steps.
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Currency Vote Aims for Senate Decision Next Wednesday
Washington December 19 final action on the currency bill eyed in the Senate for next Wednesday as Democrat leaders push to end partisan squabbles. Republicans Nelson Crawford press Hitchcock substitute while Mitchgock port backs the planned vote hoping to adjourn for the holidays. The debate resumes with both parties labeling their drafts as improvements over the current system.
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Nobel Peace Prize Awarded Senator Root
The Nobel Peace Prize for 1912 was awarded to Senator Elih Root of New York for his work in publicization of the Philippines and in handling the American Japanese dispute. Root is named a member of the court of arbitration to decide claims by British French and Spanish subjects relating to property sold by Portugal following a proclamation of a republic.
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Flood death toll now placed at 165 in Texas
Houston dispatch reports Brazos river flood pushing toward the gulf leaving disaster in its wake. The rising waters cut off Richmond and Rosenberg communication as residents endured distress. The toll was still 165 with rescue boats aiding stranded residents there.
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What Do the Critics Say What Do the Critics Say
A fragment discusses advertising in a newspaper and its role as a guide for readers. It notes ads tempt viewers with new styles colors and shades while blending with news. The piece claims readers rely on ads to stay informed and see messages as up to the minute.
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Irrigation Aimed at Island Garden Success
The first annual truck growers institute at the Commercial Club rooms stressed irrigation as essential for crops on the island. Prof. A. T. Erwin compared irrigation to insurance, noting water systems protect against drought and can boost returns, while Mrs. Beatty cited higher yields with irrigation and the need for silage for livestock. County Crop Adviser Kirkpatrick urged an agricultural survey to identify needs and potential experiments, seeking state or federal aid for a demonstration farm.
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Tener Elected National League President In 1910 Era
New York reports that Pennsylvanian John K Tener was inaugurated president of the National League of Professional Baseball Clubs at a meeting of club owners. He pledged to raise standards and urged club cooperation while planning gradual policy progress. Afterward, Brooklyn's Ebbets renewed a trade offer of 23000 with Cincinnati's Herrman, agreeing to a 3000 deposit for Tinker.
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Date Set for Rehear in Des Moines Saloon Case
Des Moines supreme court fixed January 20 for the re hearing of the Des Moines saloon case. The Fort Dodge saloon decision was withdrawn as the court planned a clarifying ruling. Saloon supporters urged advancing the date but accepted January.
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Murderer Facing End Blames Drink
Nelson Shayp, sentenced to death by electric chair for killing Patrolman Frank Ford in Rochester, issued a final statement blaming alcohol. He expressed remorse, said he did not intend to kill Ford, and asked his wife and family not to blame others. He claimed the crime was caused by drink and hoped for mercy.
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Vanston and Heering In Missed News Reflections
Relatives Laure Mi mn and Flic With announce the death of an individual connected to Chicago and Miami, with a note that a ceremony or service is expected to take place in the near future. Details are fragmented, but the notice confirms passing and anticipated observance.
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Rebels Threaten Tampico Ride As Foreigners Told To Leave
December dispatches report 4000 rebels led by Villareal and Castro moving toward Tampico, threatening attack. The American consul warns foreigners to evacuate and Rear Admiral Fletcher prepares to evacuate noncombatants. German cruiser Bremen contemplates landings as emergency measures are considered.
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Congress Treads Water In Currency and Trust Debates
The Senate opened at 10 a.m. resuming the currency debate as petitions for a constitutional prohibition amendment were filed by Semiutor Sheppard. In the House, at noon, Chalton Clayton and judiciary committee members conferred with President Wilson on trust legislation amid Borland’s push for good roads and state rights transfers.
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Protection Asked by Labor Leaders in Michigan
Labor leaders urge President Wilson to protect constitutional rights as they report outside labor representatives in Michigan face expulsion from copper fields. Telegrams from Charles Moyer request full publicity and federal action to shield organizers. similar appeals come from the Western Federation of Miners.
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Government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines debated
Washington reports that President Wilson is considering government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines. Postmaster General Burleson has discussed the idea with the president and will address it in his forthcoming annual report. Bills have been drafted but no administration measure agreed. The parcel post and postal savings system spur demand for public communication control.
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Heir to Fortune Draws Iowan Kin to Eugene
Lees nan and J Q Wickham arrive in Eugene after a Minnesotan laborer Jaseup emerges as heir to a large fortune from a grandfather Me Wickham of Zearing Town. The wanderer left Beardsley Minnesota years ago and has been sought for a year as relatives close in on the fortune.
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Auto Bandits Hold Up Omaha In Taxicab Strike
Police near Omaha Nebraska late at night stopped a pair of bandits who had stolen a taxicab and robbed six pedestrians. A running gunfight ensued at Twenty Fourth and St Mary Avenue with shots fired but no hits reported. One man named Eddie Wrist, once a Lincoln hotel bellboy, was arrested as a suspect.
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Weather notes from Muscatine report cold overnight
The report notes a party tonight and Thursday with lower temperatures and moderate northwest winds. It lists Muscatine temperature at 7 00 a m as 24 degrees, river stage at 4 feet 1 inch, sunrise at 7 10, sunset at 4 51, and moonset at 12 32 a m.
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