Congress likely to end freight rate discrimination in inland towns
Washington special reports that Congress may pass Senator Poindexter's bill to amend the long and short haul clause of the Interstate Commerce Act to abolish rate discrimination, a move hailed as relief for inland communities burdened by railroad charges. The measure aims to curb preferential pricing and ensure equal freight costs across regions.
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Rail freight reform gains House support in war era debate
Major General William M. Black endorses Poindexter tariffs as a step toward fairer rates for inland cities. He argues current railroad charges suppress water transport and burden common carriers, urging regulation to revive water shipping and rebalance freight costs across the United States.
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William M. Black
United States
Poindexter’s Courage Against the League Covenant
The nation owes a debt to Senator Poindexter for resisting the ceremonial push of the covenant of the League of Nations. He faced official bravado and public sentiment, offering fearless analysis that challenged the sacred framing of the document and its proposed changes.
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Woman Vote Power Forecast in 1930 GOP Race
Mrs. Meain McCormick of the Republican Women’s National Executive Committee predicts many states will let women vote for presidential electors in 1930. She cites up to eight or nine million women who could influence electors and possibly swing outcomes.
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Meain McCormick
Republican Women’s National
Old North Church Lantern Burns Again in Strong Senate Speech
A reader lauds Senator Poindexter for a war era like defense of the nation and a stand against the league of nations. He recalls historic scenes at Lexington Yorktown and Washington as the speech shapes the presidential race with echoes of liberty and national resolve.
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Poindexter to lead Naval Affairs. favors bigger navy
Washington reports Senator Miles Poindexter will chair the Senate Naval Affairs Committee when Congress reconvenes. He favors a larger American navy and an equal split of battleship strength between the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, with Pacific ranks rising in activity.
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State of Washington
Senate Naval Affairs Committee
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Pacific
A Dangerous Situation for the United States
A fragment discusses the proposed League of Nations constitution lacking disarmament provisions. It notes that while terms of disarmament are hinted, no binding reduction is specified and questions arise about how armaments might be decreed and how proportions will be set.
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United States Promotes Federation of Free States Idea
The text notes two centuries ago and Kant’s influence on perpetual peace, arguing nations should form a federation of free states. It credits U S leadership for promoting this concept as global interest grows, marking a shift toward international reform.
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Extermination of Wolves and Coyotes in New Mexico
The report notes 3 gray wolves and 15 coyotes killed as stock protection. Total expense and savings from destruction are cited as about 950 annually, with poison deaths uncounted. Spring losses reduce future increases, and the effort marks a long stride in predator eradication with cumulative long term savings.
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Pass the Satt Shorthand Speed Banter
Two reporters boast about shorthand speed at a meet noting how their quick hand movements create air currents and keep ink wet. They joke about the need to keep the paper damp to prevent it being blown away by the moving hand.
The Graphic Turns Out First Class Job Work
The Graphic promises top quality printing and design services with a first class approach. Customers are invited to visit and explore examples of work and pricing.
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