The Issue of the Railroads
A discussion on railroad rate hikes and political pressure. Investors in rail stocks push for a five percent freight rate increase while the Interstate Commerce Commission nears a favorable verdict. Congress shows resistance to ceding regulatory control despite railroads’ recent concessions.
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Interstat Commerce Commission
Congress
Senate
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ofchesney Haven
Rock Island
Uncle Joe Cannon and Danbury Returns to Congress
The article notes former Speaker Joe Cannon of Illinois visiting Washington and hints he and other old standpatters are running again for Congress in the Danbury district after the 1912 political overturn. It contrasts his public image with street talk about his town visits.
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Joe Cannon
Illinois
Wahington
Joe
Washington
Congress
House of Representatives
Sam
Danbury
Coupons and Tags Prolong Tobacco Trust Favor
Congress delays action on the anti coupon bill until the next session allowing tobacco coupon and tag practices to continue. Testimony at Washington links trust profits to premiums offered for tags and coupons, noting small dealers cannot compete in this quarter.
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Tobacco Trust
Congress
Washington
Mediator Efforts to Restore Peace in Mexico Face Skepticism
The A B C Mediators confront a difficult task as U S and South American diplomats pursue a peace plan for Mexico. Journalists doubt quick success while Washington favors watchful waiting and soft methods, hoping for enduring outcomes regardless of the mediation results.
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A. B C
Mexico
Argentinia
Washington
North
South America
The Literary Test Debate Explored by Immigrant Mary Antin
Mary Antin, a Hebrew immigrant from Russia, argues against a literary test for U S entry. She questions whether a Hebrew refugee could be admitted if he must read thirty words of the Constitution. She warns such restrictions conflict with America's tradition of freedom.
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Comig
United States
Mary Antin
Russia
America
Getting Things Greased Antitrust Bill Near House Passage
The judiciary committee has thoroughly ironed out the anti trust bill and a Democratic caucus will precede Leader Underwood’s familiar rally cry. After the caucus the bill is expected to pass the House with a show of support.
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Juiciciary
House of Representatives
Underwood
Chinese egg imports face breakage woes threaten shipments
Chicago report shows W F Henningson of the Henningson produce Co of Butte Montana says his firm pioneered importing Chinese eggs. E L McAdam was sent to China to oversee shipments and will return in 30 to 60 days. He fears federal limits on breakage and poor transport could end further Chinese egg imports this season.
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Chicago
W. F. Henningson
Henningson, Produce Co
Butte Mont
America
E. L. McAdam
China
Henningson
Mgr.Henningson
Pacific
Wisconsin Dairy Farmers Lead State Agriculture
The article proclaims dairy farmers in Wisconsin as money makers despite tariffs and high land prices. It notes annual milk production could float four great battleships and dairy income exceeds all U.S. and Alaska gold, highlighting dairymen as state agriculture leaders.
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Wisconsin
United States
Alaska
It Pays To Advertise Sears Profit Claim
Last year Sears Roebuck & Company spent about 2 million dollars on advertising and closed the year with a profit of 17.6 million dollars. Some businessmen doubt advertising pays, but a like profit would prove the case.
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Sears, Roebpuck & Company
Missouri editor argues women need no more rights
A Missouri editor contends that women already have power through marriage. He claims men cannot sell property without wives consent and describes penalties and outcomes for marital strife, noting that even in death or punishment the wife benefits, and questions why women seek further rights.
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Missouri
Thay
Ares
Norway’s Century of Independence Celebrations Across Nations
Norwegians worldwide prepare elaborate commemorations for the hundredth anniversary of Norway’s rise as an independent self governing kingdom. The Jubilee Exposition opens in Oslo, with large patriotic gatherings planned in the Northwest and other cities, as detailed in the illustrated Independent feature.
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Norway
I Isue
Independent
Great Falls Meat Co to Build Large Packing Plant
The Tribune reports a $200,000,000 meat packing plant will start at once in Great Falls. It will be among the largest in the northwest with a capacity of 100 hogs per hour and aim to be ready by October 1, 1914. The site, 235 miles away, promises a close market, boosting hog raisers and providing a home market for grain.
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the Tribune
Great Falls Meat Co
Great Falls
North West
Sugar heals wounds says French surgeons in new review
A letter touts sugar as an antiseptic and healer for wounds and ulcers. It credits French surgeons Chevrier and Cocherel with discoveries showing glucose cleanses, nourishes new tissue, and speeds recovery after thorough cleaning with boiling water or antiseptics.
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Alain
M. Chevrier
Ql. Cocherel
Dr. Chevrier
We Never Saw A Baldheaded Woman Says An Ex Change
A playful jeremiad notes many things never seen such as a baldheaded woman and other scenes. It compares odd behaviors like fishing with a bottle and drunks, concluding there are things never seen and better left unseen by both men and women.
A Pretty Wedding Solemnized at Bergan Home
Atis Clara Louise Diset became the bride of Mr. D'driel Wise in a ceremony at the Bergan residence. Rev. Terdiidkon officiated. The bride wore white satin and carried white roses. Maus. Schneider played the wedding march. A large gathering attended and a lavish dinner followed. The couple will reside in Malta as Mr. Diset pursues business.
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L. L. Bergan Lass
Atis Clara Louise
D'driel Wise
Ter Diidkon
Maus. Schneider
Tampico Captured as Rebels Advance on Mexico City
Reported rebel forces seize Tampico and federals retreat toward Mexico City while Vera Cruz garrison remains in place. Wording notes Tampico a strategic fortified hub, Huracais siege cited as inevitable. US troops at Vera Cruz described as enjoying a brief respite.
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Tampico
Mexico
Hurcais
United States
Vera Cruz
Colorado Strike Turmoil Refuels Civil War Fear
The report notes strike breakers moved by officers in the Colorado district as tensions rise. President Wilson aims for fair play as militia influence and mine owners spark political strife, with Colorado nearly at civil war if disputes persist.
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Zams
Colorado
Wilson
Japan exhibits to spend on Panam Pacific Exposition
The government of Japan will spend 600000 dollars next year at the Pan American Pacific Exposition. An exhibit of priceless tapestries lacquer works and paintings will accompany displays of industrial progress. The pavilion at Nippon style will occupy five acres and be landscaped by Japanese gardeners.
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Japan
Nippon
United States Presidio
United States
Local Hog Sale Brings In $38.75 At Plentywood Market
J. D. Matkin sold a 602 pound hog to Plentywood Meat Market this morning. The sale yielded $38.75 as old time ranchers consider diversified farming approaches in Plentywood.
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Plentywood
Plentywood Heraldy
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Diset
Bergan
Tampigo
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