Congress on Trail Slow to Act Urges Taft Backing
Washington February 16 President Taft voiced dissatisfaction as Congress stalls on key measures his administration urged. Beveridge Carter Borah and Hayes pressed leaders in talks at the White House to speed up minor bills to clear decks for bigger issues like statehood for Arizona and New Mexico and Alaska matters. Committees report difficulty meeting, prompting consideration of a special message to Congress if action remains blocked. River bill advances with over 35 million in appropriations and 7 million more in potential work.
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Philadelphia Reform Defeated as Republicans Sweep City
Philadelphia voters backed the Republican organization in a decisive municipal election. Reformers failed to win seats on the city council or the board of magistrates as the party swept every targeted race.
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Fisheries ruling fatal to industries in Huron fisheries
Washington February 16 The herring fishing industry in Lake Huron would be destroyed if the international fisheries commission regulations are imposed. The Senate committee on foreign relations referred the regulations back to Secretary Knox for action.
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Murderers sentenced for $1.20 robbery life terms
Clinton and Allen Glassburn brothers were given life sentences for the murder of Herman Schaufula on January 24 in Cadillac Michigan. The motive was robbery and the culprits obtained only $1.20. In New York the Western Union directors named B Brooks general manager of the companys east division.
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Weather outlook with fair skies and cold snap ahead
Generally fair tonight and Thursday with colder conditions. Tonight's low near zero, 7 am temperature 11, winds 12 mph. No precipitation, humidity 76 percent at 7 pm and 83 percent at 7 am. Sunsets 6:32, rises 6:46, moon sets 1:41 am and 1:24 pm, first quarter moon. J M Sherier, Local Forecaster.
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Blows and investigations mark Illinois primary bill debate
Springfield Feb 16. After advancing the Field museum and related bills to third reading the House moved to committee of the whole to discuss the Gibson primary bill for assembly nomination. A question of constitutionality opened the session with strong moves against Governor Deneen as lawmakers seek details on spent funds and looming investigations into state finances.
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Peoria Opposes Parole for Dougherty at Joliet Hearing
Representatives from business official and educational interests in Peoria traveled to Joliet to oppose the parole of Newton C. Dougherty former county superintendent now serving an indeterminate sentence for forgery of school fund certificates totaling 750000 dollars. Militia Guard Mobile Jail to Prevent Lynching of Eustis Mosely Charged with Attacking Katie Walters. four companies stationed to secure the jail.
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Bribery Scandal Opens in New York Legislature
Bribery scandal surrounding New York lawmakers comes to light as investigative disclosures reveal alleged graft amid political pressure. Col. Snell figure cited in connections to the case, with details emerging about bribery schemes and procedural irregularities in state government.
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Post Office Bank Bill Faces Defeat Over May Effectiveness
Reports from Springfield and Albany reveal political uproar over the May effectiveness of the postal savings bank bill. Corruption probes involve the American Bridge company and Senator Conger. Debates focus on bribes, liability, and future investigations amid a broad scrutiny of New York state legislative corruption.
Circus Season Opens Early This Year
A decision issued today concerns a circus season opening and notes the three sensational trials in Clinton with letters read and eccentricities of an aged millionaire described. It also covers a Supreme Court ruling reversing a trust case involving Colonel Vespasian Warner and a commission, plus political testimonies about bribery funds and OPP investigations including Allds and Conger.
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No Hope Left For Missing Tug Nina Anxious Search Ends
Washington February 16 The tug reported off Montauk point Sunday by the steamer Bar View was the naval tug Apache Naval officers say Nina has gone down at sea with all on board, ending hopes for survivors.
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New German Disturbance Sparks Kiel Protest Clash
In Neumunster a meeting to protest police action during Sunday demonstrations against the Prussian franchise law led to clashes. Soldiers aided police in dispersing the mob. several police and demonstrators were wounded in the disturbances.
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Japanese glad as U S grants minimum tariffs
Tokio February 16. Commercial interests in Japan greet the U S move to grant minimum tariff rates with lively satisfaction. The announcement was conveyed to Japan’s foreign office by Ambassador O'Brien and published widely, leaving a strong, favorable impression overall.
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Elkins' Niece Despondent Tries 10 Die
In Kansas City Miss Agnes Elkins niece of Senator Elkins West Virginia shot herself today in a room at a local hotel. Physicians believe she has a chance for life. A note on the dressing table read Im tired of live and have no home or friends.
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Chamberlain Comes Out as Parliament Member in Illness
British statesman Joseph Chamberlain appeared in the House of Commons for the first time since paralysis struck years ago and took oath as a member of the new Parliament. He walked with difficulty assisted by his son Joseph Austen Chamberlain and Lord Morpheth. His son signed the membership roll for him as he appended his mark.
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TWO DIE IN RAIL CRASH Northwestern Train Collision at Biue Earth
Northwestern passenger train collided head on with a freight at Biue Earth Minnesota last night. Fireman Erickson was killed and Engineer Tyson fatally injured. Several passengers were slightly hurt as the northbound train rolled over an embankment. A second item notes a sheriff’s telegram from Everett Washington stating a woman there thought to be Mrs Gunness is not the murderess.
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Hearing drags on as Glavis explains after answering
Washington Feb 16 The Ballinger Pinchot Inquiry continued its tedious sessions with Louis Glavis on the stand under cross examination by John J Vertrees Glavis again prefaced answers with long explanations prompting protests from Ballinger counsel Yet he remained a highly skilled witness as committee members observed in surprise while his own counsel Brandes watched with a broad grin Also in New York Miss Feb 16 The honor girls at Vassar College were announced listing Catherine Longworth Anderson Grosse Isle Mich Roth Alden Field Janesville Wis Gertrude Anna Mills Decatur Alabama and Helen Leslie Memphis Missouri as some selections Meanwhile in Berlin former Vice President Fairbanks dined with American Ambassador Hill and Mrs Fairbanks attended a luncheon with Miss Rebecca Insley of Indianapolis with many German dignitaries present.
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HITS BIBLES IN SCHOOLS ROCKFORD INJUNCTION
Rockford judge grants a temporary injunction restraining Marengo school teachers from reading the bible and repeating the Lord's prayer in school. Timothy Mahan, a Roman Catholic, asked for the injunction.
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May Wheat Boom Amid Purchases By Influential Firms
Chicago trading ends with May wheat up 2 cents to 1 1/4 dollars per bushel as large purchases by influential concerns push prices higher. May pork also gains, closing at 23.60 with a 22.55 figure noted.
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Work of Day in Congress Washington Feb 11
Summary of Senate and House actions from official records. In the Senate Burkett and Urewford debated powers and price controls while measures to curb government misrepresentation and regulate medicines were discussed. The Senate adjourned after considering bills. The House passed the rivers harbors bill authorizing 300,000 with 7,000,000 more to be spent. session planned for today.
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