Wadsworth Urges Lenroot Wool Duty Change Amid Tariff Fight
Washington July 25 Senator Wadsworth of New York led a fierce attack on high wool duties as the Senate neared a vote on the Lenroot amendment to reduce straight duty to 60 percent ad valorem. He warned extreme tariffs would provoke a revolt and end all wool and agricultural protections, while supporting the Lenroot move that targets lower grades. Other Finance Committee backers argued for keeping higher rates, stressing the need to defend protection.
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Brooklyn Transit Tie Up After Kent Avenue Fuse Blast
A fuse blew at the Brooklyn Rapid Transit powerhouse on Kent Avenue in Williamsburg causing a four hour subway and street traffic jam. Two dead and four injured as trains stalled, pedestrians flooded streets, and authorities directed buses to relieve the congestion.
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Williamsburg
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New York
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Brooklyn Ward
Augustus Thoman
Landis
Hays
Allan Ryan
Enright
Europe
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Smith
Tammany
Ship Subsidy Is Shelved Amid Wartime Concerns
WASHINGTON July 25 The White House disclosed the administration will set aside the ship subsidy bill for now as coal and rail problems demand attention. Cabinet discussions focused on industrial issues, with the president maintaining the subsidy proposal will not be pressed at the current session.
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Fashington
Ind
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White House
Tony
Hght
Hia Wei
Fess
The Tribune Vacation Preview Flashes Seasonal News
The Tribune invites readers to plan summer visits and stay informed with a seasonal preview. Contact Berkman 3000 or deliver a mailing address to the circulation department to receive timely summer updates and features.
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Tribune
Berkman 3000
Man Held In Baby's Murder Over Insurance Payment
Arthur Strykas forty one arrested at 251 Metropolitan Avenue Brooklyn over murder of his four year old daughter Mery who was insured for 852. He allegedly collected 52 from the policy in January and later the company learned the girl was alive, ordering repayment. The body was found in a creek after she disappeared April 15 while living with grandparents. Detectives traced Strykas to his half brother in Williamsburg and he admitted receiving the 52 but denied knowledge of the death.
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Peter Chesnavitch
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Strykas
Stryke
Williamsburg
Bedford Avenue
Ropolitan Avenue
Strykus
Vodka To Be Russian National Drink Again
Moscow reports a decree to legalize vodka sales on August 1 end of 1914 ban. Prewar strength 48 percent, new strength 88 percent, production under state monopoly.
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Ryan Bankrupt Seeks Fresh Start With Stutz Stock Bid
Ryan, bankrupt for 18 million, plans to start anew after settling debts. A syndicate may be formed to acquire 180,000 Stutz Motor stock shares held as collateral, while Guaranty Trust works to dispose of securities. State directors in New York will meet to discuss the bankruptcy and collateral plan amid questions on Stutz’s finances.
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David H. Miller
Francis G. Caffey
Ryan
Miller
Intersta
Stutz
Guaranty Trust Company
New York
Stutz Company
Ryan Toane
George L. Burr
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Z the Motor Company
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W. Ja | Cox
Dicks A. Wetherbee
Alvin Unter Jmyer
W. H. Coverdale
Watson
Mr. Watson
Ryans
Stuta Motor Company
Augustus Thomas Named Executive Chairman of Producing Managers
Thomas the playwright, a leading figure in American theater for thirty years, was named executive chairman of the Producing Managers Association for a three year term starting August 1. He will continue writing while dedicating full time to the association, which includes most major producers nationwide. Harris praised the appointment as a move toward unified, cooperative leadership in theater.
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Producing Managers’ Association
Thomas
Producers’ Association
Judge Landis
Feld
Will H. Hays
Mr. Hays
Mr. Thomas
Harris
Sam H. Harris
Managers’ Association
Augustus Thomas
Producty Managers ' Association
Bernard M. Baruch
James J. Davis
Mother Kills Self and One Twin By Gas
A New York mother, Mrs. Hummer of 1605 West 134th Street, killed herself and one twin by gas after tearing newspapers to seal cracks, leaving the other baby Doris near death and Richard dead. A tenant found the scene. Dickson hospital staff attempted resuscitation with no success for Richard. Doris remained unconscious. neighbors noted prior despondency.
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Richard Hummer
Mrs. Hummer
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Richard
Priority Orders From The Tribune WASHINGTON July 25
The Interstate Commerce Commission orders railroad carriers to forward traffic by the most available routes to expedite movement and reduce congestion until further notice. Rates on non designated routes remain at shipment date levels. when applicable higher rates over designated routes apply. Carriers must notify consignees within 24 hours of routing changes with car numbers routes and dates.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Division 5
Washington, D. C
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United States
Ganti
Embargo Tightens on Wine Imports and Non Beverage Needs
Garland imposes embargo on liquor spending and an $800000 gift wine import rule. Blair orders supply for non beverage uses to be prioritized, but fails to meet domestic needs. Officials argue the measures will curb excess while industry voices caution.
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Lawyer to Do His Talking Strikes at Rum Runners From Start
NORTH CARVER MASS July 25 A tale of wealth a disputed will and unconventional views on marriage unfolds as Charles Garland and his lawyer prepare a brief statement on spending 800000 of his 1000000 inheritance. The scene shifts to Washington where new rules curb imports of wine and liquor with tightened permits and a focus on non beverage needs.
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North Carver
Mass
Charles Garland
Nelles
Gatland
Britain backs Germany for League of Nations entry
H. A. L. Fisher, president of the Board of Education, told the Twenty-Second International Peace Congress in London that Britain wants Germany to apply for League membership this year to end the idea the league serves only victorious powers. The congress drew about 100 delegates from twenty nations.
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London
Germany
League of Nations
H. A. L. Fisher
Board of Education
Martial Law Declared In Texas Rail Town
The Texas town of Denison faces martial law as Governor Pat Neff declares order amid shopmen strikes. Five infantry companies move to Denison, with further shifts to Childress and Sherman under the open port law. In Kentucky, troops are ordered into Belle County near Fonda for mine unrest. Three non union miners in Fonds mine reportedly detained and attacked by alleged strikers as cowbells were placed on their necks.
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Sherman
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Fonds
Priority Coal Orders Drive Railways and Utilities
Washington July 25 The Interstate Commerce Commission issued emergency orders prioritizing coal movement to meet fuel needs. Railroads and bunker coal for ships lead the list. public utilities, hospitals, and governments follow. Hoover warns Ohio officials to secure local coal. Harding plans a presidential commission to oversee distribution.
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Coal Distribution Commission
White House
Labor Board
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Kellogg
Borgh
Blair
Carter Field
Washington
Railroad Labor Board
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