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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1914
Page
3
Washington reports Republicans and Progressives join Democrats in endorsing Wilson. Congressmen praise the trust address and call for interstate trade regulation, anti monopoly measures, and stronger oversight of railroad securities, with broad approval and party harmony.
Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal high commissioner for Canada died in London after a long career. He spoke of aging as not thinking of it and keeping up work. His death followed the recent passing of his wife, with a life spanning almost a century.
A supplemental report in the House proposes a 25 million dollar yearly federal aid for road construction, to be allocated by state based on rural delivery routes and post roads. The plan, filed by Rep Shackleford, lists Southern state allocations including Alabama 578,750 and Georgia 771,260 with a special rule to amend the post office appropriation bill.
Adverse report on Frank P. Glass for Alabama seat after Senator Johnston's death. Majority supports Blair Lee as successor to Senator Jackson of Maryland. Kern moves to seat Lee for the remainder of the late Senator Rayner's unexpired term.
Senator Tillman of South Carolina says his good health stems from eating jowl and collards during a holiday visit home. He returned from South Carolina looking more robust, noting he abandoned strict dietary rules to indulge in the traditional foods.
The article highlights an expansive plan for a state Sunday school convention in Anderson from February 11 to 13, noting unprecedented early organization and enthusiasm. It also mentions Georgetown county preparing a fall county fair and Dr J L Jefferies confirming the Pellagra study will continue with the Thompson McFadden commission returning in spring for further research.
The Sentinel explains extra votes boost early subscriptions to favor candidates who secure real business. Money at the end won’t help, as initial voting is valued higher. The Booster Period ends February 11, urging current entrants to gather subscriptions now for a chance at a $700 Player Piano.
Former President Taft denounces the push for purer democracy and broader social freedoms at a Philadelphia business college commencement. He rails against demagogues and demoralizing literature, warns that education must not be swayed by impractical reform, and urges common sense to guide reforms. He cites school strikes as a bizarre result of excessive democracy.
An advertisement touts a cough and cold remedy with no opium or narcotics that is pleasant to take and claims to always cure. Hor sale by all dealers.
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