Washington News Roundup From Wilson Era Headlines
President Wilson faces a resignation from United States Attorney John L. McNab of San Francisco amid charges against Attorney General McReynolds over delays in prosecutions. Secretary Bryan endorses currency reform. Tariff bill revisions favor iron and steel while expanding free list items and raising some cotton goods and silk duties. The sun dry civil appropriation bill to block anti trust prosecutions for unions and farmers gains White House support. Puro money trust inquiry saves the public about twenty million dollars yearly via lower coffee prices. Kansas Democrat Neeley urges continued inquiry. Supreme Court allows appeals for labor leaders Gompers Mitchell Morrison in Bucks Store and Range contempt case. hearing set after October.
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John L. McNab
San Francisco
Wilson
McReynolds
White House
Senate
Democrats
Simons
Finance Committee
Washington
Puro Money Trust
Neeley
Kansas
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White
Supreme Court
Samuel Gompers
John Mitchell
Frank Morrison
Bucks
Sulzer Attacks Murphy in Tammany Clash Over Power
New York Governor Sulzer accused Charles F Murphy of scheming to ruin his character for resisting Murphy's influence over legislation appointments and removals. The report portrays Sulzer's sharp denouncement of Tammany leadership amid claims of political pressure.
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Charles F. Murphy
Sulzer
New York
Tammany
Murphy
Trial for Dr William B Craig in Knabe murder case
The Indianapolis physician Dr William B Craig faced trial for the murder of Dr Helen Knabe last October. Across the country the day’s items include political shifts in Arkansas with Stephen Brundidge winning the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, AFL leader Samuel Gompers recovering from surgery in Washington, and a bridge of tragedies from Niagara to Chicago to Calgary.
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William B. Craig
Indianapolis
Helen Knabe
Arkansas
Stephen Brundidge
Searcy
Strike Threat in Cincinnati as 10000 Garment Workers Walkout
Cincinnati faces a potential 10 000 garment workers strike after an eight hour day demand for women workers. Meanwhile the Senate mine strike committee wraps up in Charleston and plans to resume in Washington with Senator Swanson at the helm. Margaret Wilson unveils Valley Forge monument to the New Jersey brigade. The American Association of Medical Milk Commissioners meets in Minneapolis.
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Senate
Charleston
W. Va
Washington
Swanson
Margaret Wilson
Valley Forge
New Jersey
American Association of Medical Milk Commissioners
Minneapolis
Federal Reserve Act Aims to Reshape U S Banking System
The bill known as the Owen Glass McAdoo measure creates a federal reserve board and 12 districts with central reserve banks. It requires national banks to subscribe stock, sets capital minimums, and imposes strict examinations and reserve requirements. The act would centralize deposits and government funds in federal reserve banks and set up a clearing house system.
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Right to Advertise Coca Cola Discussed in Ad Opinion
An editorial polemic argues politics uses sensational attacks to distract from flaws. It cites Coca Cola advertising as a target and notes a court sided with Coca Cola, finding coffee and tea caffeine similarities and flavor differences.
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Coca-Cola Company
Coca- Cola Company
Coca-Cola
Rubber Forest Potential in Hawaii May Spawn New Industry
6000 acres of native rubber forest on the Kona Kohala slopes near Mauna Kea is reported to yield good quality rubber. The trees grow at 2000 to 3000 feet on government land above the 1801 lava flow, raising questions about grazing lessees tapping rights. Territorial botanist Mr Rock notes this species is unique to Hawaii and warrants extended testing.
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Kona Kohala
Maura Kea
Mr. Rock
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College of Hawaii
Tyree's Antiseptic Powder Promises Quick Relief
The ad claims Tyree's Antiseptic Powder quickly relieves prickly heat and skin ailments and promises complete cure after use. It lists 250 and directs readers to druggists, with a free sample offer from J. S. Tyree, Chemist, Washington, D. C.
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Tyree
J. S. Tyree
Washington, D. C
Cornered That Too Millionaires Never Smile
A witty exchange about wealth and happiness contrasts the rich with the common crowd. A humorous line questions why millionaires would smile, suggesting their fortune gives them an edge over others.
Two Tibble Sisters Seen Thin on Street
A passerby recalls spotting the Tibble sisters on the street noting their extreme thinness. The observer states they appear so slim that both must be seen together to notice them. The remark reflects neighborhood gossip about local residents.
Springtime Diversions on an Expedition
A brief exchange contrasts two springtime distractions. One speaker mentions an expedition while the other asks if they will swat files or pick violets, implying lighter, seasonal activity during a journey.
Distinction and Teething Syrup Mentioned in Sketch
A witty exchange contrasts a companion with a tame cat before noting Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for Children. The ad highlights teething relief, gum soothing, inflammation reduction, wind colic cure, priced at 25 cents per bottle. It closes with a proverb about living within income and a playful line about an aeroplane chauffeur.
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