Tax Repeal Passed Unanimously After Debate
The will to pass the war tax act was adopted by unanimous consent, debate blocked by a party vote. Richardson, Democratic floor leader, announced debate would be fruitless as all favored the bill. The measure, cutting about 76 million dollars from revenue, passed 8 to 0 with all items on the tax schedule wiped except mixed flour. Fea during the Danish West Indies treaty ratified unanimously in the senate.
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Wheat markets rise on strong cables and Liverpool gains
The report from York shows wheat opening higher as cables strengthen and Liverpool prices move up. New York opens at 84 1 2 and 84 1 2, with weekly visible supply reaching 1 064 000 and total 56 602 000 across markets. In Chicago, wheat activity is noted alongside similar movements, while an incident in Maine details a burglary at Flanigan's in which men seized cash and valuables and escaped.
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Chicago Board of Trade
York Stock Exchange
York
New York
Daughters of the American Revolution Meet in Washington
Delegates from all states attend the eleventh continental congress in Washington with D. A. R. insignia seen among attendees at the Arlington hotel. A Continental Hall fund of 84000 is noted and preparations for early construction are discussed. Mrs. Charles W. Fairbanks opens the congress and urges reduced representation. plans include monuments and marked revolutionary sites. Society women from Chicago New York Philadelphia and Washington perform in a Chase theatre pantomime directed by Mrs. Burton Harrison.
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Congress
John Swift
California
Chicago
New York
Philadelphia
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Alexander Dumas
Countess Cassini
Hengelmutiler
Chatfield Taylor
Alice Barney
Gynn
Illinois editors gather for 37th Anns Press Association meeting
A group of Illinois editors arrived in Chicago for the 37th annual session of the Annals Press Association opening tomorrow at the Lexington hotel. The meeting runs through Friday with addresses papers and discussions on editorial and business management of newspapers.
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Chicago
Illinois
Annels Press Association
Lexington Hotel
Catt Re-elected President of National Woman's Suffrage Assoc
Washington February 17 Mrs Carrie Chapman Catt was today re elected president of the National Woman's Suffrage Association.
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Mre. Catt
Washington
Carrie BE. Chapman Catt
National Woman's Suffrage Association
Billion-Dollar Steel Trust Meets in Hoboken
An annual meeting of the United States Steel Corporation drew proxies from stockholders across the nation, with Clarke M Schwab presiding. Figures showed about 60,000,000 in capital for the first year and directors reelected include Marshall Field, John D Rockefeller Jr, and William E Dodge, for a three year term.
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Howe
Newark Street
America
United States Street Corporation
Kenown
Toliar Steel
Clarke M. Sehwal
Europe
Schwab
J Morgan & F
Cate
Ane Jayary
Fideo
Clowe
Reotors
Marshall Field
Dunkel GO
Reid
Clement Orascom Arahat
Hewst
William E. Dodge
Nathaniel Thayer
Alfred Hfford
John D. Rockefeller Jr
Shemaka Earthquake Devastates District Seventy Villages
In Saint Petersburg area reports describe a severe Shemaka quake with about 2000 deaths and 4000 houses destroyed. A large crevasse emitted flames and lava as 24 more villages were nearly wiped out. Survivors shelter on surrounding hills amid ongoing shocks.
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Te Mow
Shewmahs
Hemaka
New York Blizzard Halt Harbor Traffic
A severe blizzard grips New York and nearby waters delaying all traffic. Steamers lie tied up with harbor operations stalled as heavy snow batters the coast. Coastal storms threaten sailing and worsen conditions from Eastern Pennsylvania to Connecticut.
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New York
Pennsylvania
Connecticut
Welsh Colonists in Patagonia Seek Move to Canada
Welsh settlers in Patagonia unhappy with local conditions plan to relocate to Canada. A Welsh deputation met with Colonial Secretary Chamberlain to seek government-supplied transportation from Patagonia to Canada.
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London
Patagonia
Canada
Colonial Office
Chamberlain
Rioting in Trieste Stallled After Week of Unrest
Rioting in Trieste which had continued for seven days appears halted as authorities report stoppage of unrest. The scene and actions involve local civic measures to restore order amid tension and public disturbance.
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Trieste
War Veterans Involved in Deserion Case in Yonkers
In Yonkers on Feb 17 Judge Kellogg heard Florence Lilienthal sue Captain Florence Lilienthal a Spanish War veteran and New York tobacco magnate’s son for desertion of wife and child. He counters that the desertion lies with his wife and prepares vigorous defense.
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Kellogg
Florence Lilienthal
Captain Lilienthal
New York City
Lillienthal
Prince Cavaco Eno Mour Sale of Flags and Bunting in New York
New York hosts a ceremonial fete with flags and bunting for a prince. The piece notes a lively trade around the event, with spectators and dignitaries, and mentions German imports and naval displays in Tompkinsville.
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Prince Cavaco Enomour
New York
Chile
Germany
Hannens
Amateur racquet championship opens in Howton today
The Howton tournament begins to crown the amateur doubles champion with players from Philadephia New York and other cities taking part. A similar event will follow in Philadelphia next week open to Canada and all American racquet clubs.
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Howton
Red
Reciprocity plea from French chamber before Senate
On February 17 in Washington the senate received a petition from the American Chamber of Commerce in France urging reciprocity between France and the United States. The text highlights ongoing commerce policy discussions and bilateral trade interests involving representatives of the chamber.
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Washington
Senate
Cullom
Three Men Lost In Snowslide On Thunder Mountain Trail
A five person party led by Bert Tullis with J A Campbell and M Skyler was swept into a snowslide on Thunder Mountain Trail near Camp Brow Aloes. Others in the group included Weleet and Comee Pretrie. Tulle and Weleet were reportedly killed in the slide at about 9 20. Myers and Bred Willlaga survived.
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Galmon Hiver
Helee
Weleet
Comee
Myers Amt
Willlaga
Avalanche Claims Four On Thunder Mountain Trail
Lewiston and Tribune report on a fatal avalanche near Smith Creek during a party hike bound for a camp. The four men Pert Talila J A Campbell I M Seyler Peel William and feed Meee were swept into the snow load after soft snow gave way, delivering a tragic accident.
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Jewlceton
Pebe
Thunder Mountain
Tribune
Talila J A Campbell
M Seyler
Peel William
Smith Creek
Jeffries Stricken With Illness Threatens Big Match
New York February 17 Jim Jeffries confined to bed today with cough and grip which threaten to develop into pneumonia He was at the Kingston theatre on Saturday night when illness overtook him threatening his ring return and sparking concern among fans and managers.
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New York
Jim Jeffries
Toa Elt
Grip
Houlee Bowt
Kameburg Theater
Baturday
Harvard Baseball Brimming With Promising Spring Talent
Cambridge Feb 11 Harvard University baseball begins spring practice under coach Oy Young with a strong group of players. Young, noted pitcher from the American League, leads drills as the squad shapes up for the season.
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Cambridge
Mase
Poellwee
Harvard University
Jioto Ebepe
Oy” Young
Young Roosevelt Convalesces Dramatically in Groton
Feb 17 report from Groton Massachusetts says Roosevelt is rapidly convalescing as physicians provide care. The brief note lists Roosevelt under medical updates with a focus on recovery progress and ongoing treatment.
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Young Roosevelt
Groton
Mase
Roosevelt
Heat consumption trends in Germany show evolving patterns
The report notes shifting heat use in West Germany during a period of rising demand. It highlights average consumption by households and industry, with indications that demand remains high despite efforts to curb energy use.
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Germany
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