Honest revision up 10 the west says law maker
A western congressman urges tariff revision by exchanging tariff protection on beets and hides for broader reductions in lumber and steel. He supports free hides and big sugar cut, with revenue considerations and a coffee duty to aid Porto Rico and boost exports. Representative Hinshaw of Nebraska discusses gaining a majority by trading protections for free or reduced duties.
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the Journal
Washington, D. C
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Brazil
Representative Hinshaw
Nebraska
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All Ready for a Christmas Morn That Never Came
Chicago on December 25 reports Morris Lukeman a grocer his wife and their children Annie 16 William 15 found dead from escaping gas in the residence authorities suspect the man killed his family and himself by breaking a gas fixture with his coat a Christmas tree with gifts stood nearby
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Ill
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William
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Gauge Bursts Kill Fireman and Brakeman Near La Porte
In La Porte Indiana on December 23 a Mogul engine pulling stock on the Lake Shore railroad burst a water gauge in the cab at fifty miles per hour. Head brakeman Darvix M Weiser was killed instantly. fireman Elmer Replogie probably fatally injured and engineer D Moore was scalded but stopped the train.
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Ind
Darvix M. Weiser
Elmer Replogie
D. Moorehouse
Lake Shore
Robbers Torture and Loot Home in Curtice Ohio
Two masked men battered the door of H. A. Schabow's home in Curtice at 4 am. They drugged seven family members with a substance from a stove, burned Schabow's feet to force $180 from him, then bound him and stole a horse and buggy. A posse pursues. Schabow is seriously ill but expected to recover.
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Ohio
H. A. Schabow
Schabow
Christmas Charity and Festivities Across Cities
Kansas City women distribute thousands of gifts to poor children at the convention hall and homes, under Mayor Crittenden’s supervision. St Louis hosts a Christmas Festival at the Coliseum with gifts for all children and a circus finale. President Roosevelt shares a family lunch in Washington while Taft golfs in Augusta and the Taft-Hammond party plans a trolley outing to Aiken. Bryan arrives in Lincoln to spend Christmas with family.
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National Capital
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Taft
Augusta
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Aiken
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Hammond
Kansas City
Crittenden
St. Louis
St. Louis Coliseum
Post-Dispatch
Christmas Greeting From The Journal To Readers
The Journal extends a Christmas greeting to friends and strangers alike wishing happiness for all. It hopes readers carry kindness in their hearts and let charity guide judgments, aiding those in need and promoting the spread of Christ’s teachings. The message urges goodwill toward men and thoughtful reflection during the holiday season.
A Santa Claus of Fifty Years Ago
A cartoon contrasts Santa Claus with today showing a middle aged man without a gray beard and a festive turkey for reindeer. Elves and old style Christmas toys replace modern presents, implying Santa ages with time while children still hope for his yearly visit.
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Labor leaders extend greetings after court ruling
Prominent labor figures from across the country sent Christmas messages to Gompers Mitchell and Morrison of the American Federation of Labor. They voiced regret over the court decision, pledged support, and argued the ruling undermines labor rights and free speech.
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William J. Bryan
Gompers
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Morrison
American Federation of Labor
Bryan
Pittsburg
W. D. Mahon
Amalgamated Association of Street Railway
Detroit
Michigan
John B. Lennon
Bloomington
Ill
Lennon
Edwin R. Wright
Illinois State Federation of Labor
Chicago
Dutch Warships End Venezuelan Demonstrations
The Dutch cruiser Gelderland arrived at Willemstad on December 25 as Holland recalls all warships in Venezuelan waters. The move ends Dutch demonstrations against Venezuela while diplomatic talks between the Netherlands and Venezuela proceed.
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Gelderland
Venezuelan
Venezuela
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Netherland
Public Christmas entertainments barred in Warsaw due to scarlet fever epidemic
Warsaw Indiana officials ban all public Christmas entertainments today amid an outbreak of scarlet fever. The decision comes as health authorities urge residents to avoid gatherings to curb the spread of the illness.
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Warsaw
Ind
Tragic End As Santa Claus Burns at Reunion
Detroit, Dec. 25. Leo Wagner died from burns received while playing Santa Claus at a family reunion. Wearing a cotton whisker beard, his flames spread rapidly and he was fatally burned before they were extinguished.
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Mich
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Burns
Santa Claus
Wagner
Mrs W A Cooling Dies At Her Wilton Home
Mrs W A Cooling a prominent Wilton resident and wife of Dr W A Cooling died at 11 50 PM after medical operations over eight weeks Her birth was January 12 1885 in Dallas Texas She married Dr Cooling in September 1993 and is survived by her husband two sisters Mrs Philip Smith and Mrs James McElroy and a brother Charles Parker all of Dallas Texas Funeral arrangements were not yet announced
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W. A. Cooling
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Texas
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James McElroy
Charles Parker
Imperial Edict Orders Special Regiment for Prince Chun
Pekin December 25 an imperial edict orders forming a picked award from Manchu regiments for use by Prince Chun. The action signals court favor and a ceremonial unit prepared for service in the imperial household.
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Pekin
Prince Chun
Remarkable Lumber Tariff Soon Filed by Rail Carriers
Washington December 25. By special permission of the interstate commerce commission the Chicago and Eastern Illinois railroad for itself and the Rock Island and Frisco lines will file shortly a highly remarkable freight tariff. It compiles local joint and proportionate rates on lumber and lumber products in carloads from midwest and eastern points and Canada. A note from the carriers promises shippers ample information and gateway specific rates in one tariff to aid usage and understanding. The tariff is described as unique in ICC history and signals closer carrier shipper relations for mutual benefit.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railroad
Rock Island
Frisco
Middle West
East
Canada
Chicago
Illinois
Sterling Ordered to Take on Coal for Guantanamo
New Port R I December 25 The naval collier Sterling at Bradford station has orders to take on coal and sail immediately for Guantanamo Cuba. It is believed the coal is for battleships Maine and North Carolina sent to southern waters over the Venezuelan affairs.
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Bradford Station
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Cuba
Maine
North Carolina
Suit Filed to Oust Lincoln Traction from Havelock Streets
Lincoln Neb Dec 25 suit filed in district court seeks a writ of ouster to eject the Lincoln Traction company from Havelock streets. It alleges the franchise has expired and follows a recent mob attack on the street railway bridge after the company refused a five cent fare, sparking a popular outbreak.
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Lincoln, Neb
Lincoln Traction Company
Havelock
Regent of China Urged to Stay in Palace
A leading article in a Yuan Shi Kai controlled newspaper urges the regent to remain in the palace to avoid assassination risks.
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China
Yuan Shi Kai
Muscatine Embraces Christmas Day Quiet and Charity
Muscatine observed Christmas Day with stores and factories mostly closed. The post office bustle contrasted the general inactivity. Charities like the Elks, Salvation Army, Major John Circle, and Volunteers distributed food clothing and gifts to families, while the depot reported record travel.
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New York
Elks’ Lodge
Salvation Army
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Moore Grocery
East Sixth Street
Schooner Jeanie Lippitt Lost Five Drowned
Newport News Va Dec 25 The three masted schooner Jeanie Lippitt foundered after striking. Captain Robinson and five crewmen drowned when washed overboard while An drew Jorgensen sole survivor and other sailors clung to wreckage until rescue by the Ravenschaig.
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Robinson
Andrew Jorgensen
Ravenschaig
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Jorgensen
Weather Update for Iown and Illinois
Readable forecast notes fair conditions tonight and Saturday. Warmer Saturday with sunrise at 7 16 and sunset at 4 26 moonset at 6 54 p m.
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