Tobacco Trust Dissolution Plan Draws Fire in Capital
Attorney General McReynolds confirms a proposal to use a graduated internal revenue tax to curb tobacco trust power, arguing the earlier dissolution was a subterfuge. He favors possible reopening of the case, noting Supreme Court consent may be unlikely.
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Johnson given year and a day in Joliet prison
Chicago June 4 Jack Johnson the negro heavyweight champion was sentenced to a year and a day in the State penitentiary at Joliet and fined 1000 for violation of the Mann White Slave act Federal Judge Carpenter denied a motion for a new trial Johnson can seek a writ of error and has two weeks to prepare his appeal bond remains 30000 Johnson showed intent to appeal after the sentence was announced noting the punishment was harsh given his notoriety and alleged moral shortcomings
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Winchell to Head N P
In St Paul on June 4 reports said B L Winchell the Frisco receivership head was picked to replace Howard Elliot as president of the Northern Pacific Road and possibly succeed Charles Mellen at New Haven. James J Hill denied knowledge of the appointment while Winchell denied the move before boarding to St Louis. Elliot meanwhile left for New Hampshire, with speculation he will take Mellen’s post.
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Howard Elliot
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Charles §. Mellen
New York, New Haven & Hartford Lines
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Hill cuts Western trip to head East for likely move
Louis W. Hill has halted his Portland visit under non urgent requests to come to New York and appears set to depart for the East immediately.
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Yoakum Loses $75,000 Salary in Frisco Retrenchment
Receivers of the St. Louis and San Francisco Railway plan vigorous cost cuts saving about 200000 annually. Chairman B F Yoakum may be kept only in advisory capacity as salaries for five vice presidents and other executives are slashed. Also in Washington, James Speyer denies links between his private visit and the receivership or Mexican loan matters.
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Beef price hike planned for retailers across major cities
Chicago packers notify all retail butchers of a rise in beef prices from one-half to one cent per pound to take effect in the next few days. The increase is to be mirrored in New York, Philadelphia, and Boston. John T. Russell, president of the United Master Butchers' Association, confirms the move and says consumers will soon feel higher meat costs. The report notes cattle scarcity and attempts to limit price rises, with middling dealers facing pressure to balance consumer needs.
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New Polo Team to Defend Westchester Trophy
The Polo Association ousted Waterbury and Whitney from the America lineup and named Devereaux Milburn No.2, Foxhall Keene captain No.3, Louis E. Stoddard No.1, and Malcolm Stevenson as back. Milburn is praised as the best back in the country and England’s top back, with Keene a former 1886 team member and Stoddard noted for versatility.
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Chicago
Teachers’ Spelling Gaffe Triggers School Payroll Probe
A city committee reviewing school payrolls uncovers that about ten percent of a month of letters from teachers and substitutes contain spelling and grammar mistakes. The findings support Professor Elliott’s critique that current inspections fail to ensure proper English usage in public school staff.
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Japan Rejects US Land Law Test in California Case
Washington reports that Japan refuses to sue in American courts over California's alien land law urging the U S to pursue a federal or state court challenge. Viscount Chinda delivered the note to Secretary Bryan who discussed it with him for about an hour. Both sides anticipate negotiations toward a satisfactory adjustment.
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Sulzer Faces Senate Clash Over Direct Nominations
In a closed Knickerbocker Conference Democratic leaders led by Senator Wagner criticize Gov. Sulzer for veto use and direct nominations rhetoric. Kings County legislators wavering on Sulzer bill, with talks of accountability and possible extra-session pressure.
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Thomas E. Willmott
Kings
Ome Wagner
Democratic Party
Samuel A. Beardsley
Oneida County
Capitol
William D. Peckham
Beardsley
Sena
Emerson
Sentor Wagner
Passaic Student Closely Linked to School Community Ill
Everett Greenwood, 19, son of New York banker Thomas Greenwood, has typhoid fever at his Passaic home near Passaic High School and School No. 11. His illness prompts classmates to forgo recess and abandon the high school entrance toward the Greenwood residence to avoid disturbing him.
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Thomas Greenwood
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Passaic High School
Young Greenwood
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Leaders Oppose Boycott In Tokyo Exposition Effort
Tokyo leaders including Baron Eiichi Shibusawa and Buji Nakano work to quell boycott agitation over California Exposition entries. Nakano urges Japan to send its finest exhibits to showcase civilization and plans a chamber meeting to fight the boycott. Mexico City notes protest to Washington over Arizona anti alien law with three cabinet resignations expected this week.
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Eiichi Shibusawa
Tokio Bankers’ Association
Buji Nakano
Mexico City
Washington
Arizona
Lightning Strikes Kohlsaat Estate in Lenox Villa
Stormy night in Lenox Massachusetts as lightning struck Overmead the Kohlsaat country estate. An electric chandelier tore free and Miss Amy Kohlsaat and Miss Edith Kohlsaat were stunned by the blast. Firefighters and locals aided the blaze as hundreds of men joined the effort to salvage furniture and rugs while rain poured down.
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New York Times
Lenox
Mass
John A. Kohisaat
New York
Field Hill
Amy M. Kohlsaat
Amy
Edith M. Kohlsaat
John A. Kohlsaat
Stockbridge
Rockefeller Lowers North Tarrytown Tax Bill
John D. Rockefeller successfully contested his North Tarrytown assessment on his Kykuit Hill home, reducing the bill by 25 000 dollars and saving about 250 dollars annually. The June 4 report notes the adjustment follows his objection to the previous valuation.
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John D. Rockefeller
Kykuit Hill
Henry Gassaway Davis Injured in Horse Accident
Elkins West Virginia June 4 Henry Gassaway Davis Democratic vice presidential nominee in 1904 was thrown from his horse after the animal was bitten by four dogs. He suffered painful but not serious injuries and was taken to Graceland his summer home. The physician said he would be confined to his room for several days. Davis is in his ninetieth year.
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Gaynor May Be Renominated Fight In Tammany Hall
Fusion supporters grow certain William J Gaynor may not be renominated for mayor by Tammany Hall. Charles F Murphy, leader of Tammany, dodges questions saying he is out of politics while still presiding at the Wigwam and receiving district leaders as usual.
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Tammany
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Tapumany
Cornell Victim found in Cayuga Lake in drowning incident
Ithaca June 4 Miss Mary C Mallett A Cornell student one of four drowned when a canoe capsized May 17 was found by Cayuga Lake near piles from the lighthouse line. Authorities believe other bodies may be recovered as the search resumes.
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Cornell
Cayuga Lake
Renwick House
Shot Husband as Burglar in Chicago Case
Coroner's jury ordered Mrs. Louise Van Keuren held to the Grand Jury on a murder charge for shooting her husband John B. Van Keuren at their doorway. George Penrose, who had visited earlier, was also held. Mrs. Van Keuren testified she fired at a breaking window, thinking a burglar was outside.
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Sheriff Staver Removed by Gov Sulzer in Schenectady
Albany June 4 Gov Sulzer removed Schenectady County Sheriff Christian L Staver on misconduct charges filed by the Board of Supervisors Committee. John C Myers of Schenectady named successor after hearings by Commissioner John W Shea. Staver denied the charges and Myers had previously served as sheriff and as an Assemblyman.
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Schenectady County
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Committee of Correction and Reformation
Board of Supervisors
John C. Myers
Schenectady
Staver
John W. Shea
Syracuse
Mr. Myers
Newburg Suffragists Parade Leads With Jones
In Newburg on June 4 a suffragist parade marched with police escort and a brass band. About 350 women and a few men followed General Rosalie Jones, with flower girls and riders representing equal suffrage states. Notable participants included Ida Craft Louise Miller Helen Turner Helen Powell Katherine Moore Eva Coursen and Belle Staples.
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Newburg
Rosalie Jones
Ida Craft
Louise Miller
Helen Turner
Helen Powell
Katharine Moore
Marine Firemen Strike Looms Along Atlantic Coast
Secretary James Vidal of the Marine Firemen Union tied to the I W W warned a strike would begin today among steam ship firemen on the Atlantic coast. He said eight steamships of the New Orleans line would be affected and about 160 oilers would be idle as the strike ties up Atlantic shipping.
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Dennis McAdoo an Automobile
Washington reports on June 4 that George H. Downey, newly appointed Controller of the Treasury by President Wilson, is mentioned in connection with the Dennis McAdoo automobile matter.
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Derby Day Scream as Suffragette Fells King's Horse
A militant suffragette Miss Emily Wilding Davison rushed the track at Epsom Derby seizing the King's horse Anmer. The horse fell and rolled injuring the jockey who was dragged by the stirrup while the suffragette lay unconscious in the stands. The race was later awarded to the 100 to 1 outsider Craganour after the favorite’s disqualification.
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