Underwood Denies Bryan Tariff Block Allegation
Democratic Leader Underwood called Bryan's charge false in the House defending his position and clarifying that revision of iron and steel tariffs would come, noting he first advised iron and steel revision despite his own stake in the industry. He said he differed with Bryan on the woolen schedule, after which Bryan changed his stance.
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Kentucky
Weather Street Temperatures Show Wide June Readings
The page lists hourly temperature readings across Weather Street with a range from the high 80s to near 100 degrees. Notable values include 98 96 94 91 and 89 with several entries indicating noon and evening points.
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San Antonio Area Weather Tonight and Thursday
For San Antonio and vicinity the forecast calls for cloudy skies tonight and Thursday. Temperature trends and precipitation chances are not indicated in the available text.
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Vicinity
Regional Weather Snapshot From Multiple Cities
A collage of city forecasts shows St Louis at 70 and cloudy with a six mile east wind and showers Thursday, Chicago 66 and cloudy with west winds and probable showers Thursday, Milwaukee 54 clear with southwest winds and probable showers, St Paul 58 clear and increasing clouds with possible showers, Kansas City 70 partly cloudy with southeast winds and showers tonight and Thursday, New York 74 cloudy with light southwest winds and no change. Boston 62 cloudy with northeast winds and no major changes.
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Mexico pledges protection for Americans in El Oro mining strike
The Mexican government pledged vigorous prompt measures to safeguard American life and property amid the El Oro mining strike. The assurance came after the U S embassy warned the situation endangered American interests.
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El Oro Mine Strikers Put Bounties On English Officials
In El Oro Mexico three thousand pesos offered for the assassination of Frank Jenkin assistant mine manager and a thousand pesos for each of his brother William Jenkin and Charles Dunn mine superintendent. Bombs found, troops deployed, strike persists with no work at El Oro or Dos Estrellas. President orders rigid inquiry to identify those responsible and instigating the riot.
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Mexican interior secretary resigns. Garcia Grenados offered post
Emilio Vasquez Gomez resigned at the request of President de la Barra. The interior portfolio is offered to Alberto Garcia Grenados, governor of the Federal District, and he is believed to accept.
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Associated Press
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Heated House Session Sees Battle Over Election Probe Funds
In Austin on August 2 the legislature clashed over an amendment to add a $5,000 appropriation to a contingent expense fund for an election investigation. Representatives Brown and Standifer argued the body should not act as a grand jury. The Senate faced a push to force liquor regulation legislation with a controversial rule-busting vote.
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White Testifies on Lorimer Bribe Taint in Senate Probe
Former Illinois lawmaker Charles A. White detailed how he spent a $1000 bribe to back William Lorimer for the U S Senate. He faced cross questioning about reform motives and whether he forwarded money to labor groups. White disputed Chicago Tribune editor James Keeley’s claim of a larger payoff.
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Pasadena Faces Baby Famine Amid Wealth Indicator
Pasadena officials report a baby shortage with 48 births in July, far below a 200 birth monthly minimum for the 40,000 population city. Health authorities warn the shortage contrasts with its reputation as a wealthy town, signaling a demographic concern.
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Antis Win Tie on Rules Suspension in Senate Session
Antis argued for a two thirds majority to suspend the rules. Senator Terrill presided and ruled with the antis, a strong pro, signaling a victory for the antis and blocking the adoption of the resolution.
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Legislature invites Advertising Clubs convention to Dallas
Both houses adopted a concurrent resolution inviting the Advertising Clubs of America to hold its next annual convention in Dallas. Representative Williams and Wortham pushed the measure in the House while Senator McNealus supported it in the Senate.
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Entombed Miner Clary Rescued Alive After Three Days
Joseph Clary, trapped seventy eight feet deep in the White Oak mine near Joplin Missouri since Sunday morning, was reached by rescuers at 8:25 am. He survived four days in darkness and rising water and described his vigil via telephone as workers supplied food and sought a new drift entry. His family and physician attended to him at home after rescue.
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Campbell faces bid to curb powers of Truck Growers central office
In Corpus Christi on August 2 a split within the South Texas Truck Growers association emerged over restricting central office authority led by Roy Campbell of San Antonio. The Cotulla delegation seeks constitutional amendments, while President Davis allows proxies. Backers of Campbell claim the fight is malicious and aims to oust the man who built the Bermuda onion market.
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Sinclair and Ardenites Begin Workhouse Punishment
Upton Sinclair and nine Arden colony socialists start brief imprisonment at the Newcastle county workhouse for violating Sunday blue laws by playing baseball and tennis. They refuse to eat during confinement and will be released at 3 PM. George Brown filed the action after his five day sentence for speaking at the Arden club.
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State Grange Declines Taft Reception at Connecticut Fair
The Connecticut State Grange notified the Connecticut Fair Association it cannot participate in the reception for President Taft planned for the fair in early September. The Times publishes interviews with grange executives endorsing this stance, credited to Taft’s reciprocity advocacy with Canada.
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Simon 5 Rule in Han t 13 Revolutionists Control
Foreign warships will not permit any rioting or looting. The report notes strict enforcement and international concerns amid revolutionary activity. Peacekeeping declarations accompany warnings to avoid clashes and damage to vessels in distant theaters.
Haiti Overthrows Antoine Simon as Revolution Gains Control
News from Port au Prince reports a Haitian revolution ousting President Antoine Simon. Simon prepared to flee after talks with foreign ministers. his family boarded the 17 December and will transfer to the Allemania. Foreign naval forces and diplomats promise to suppress disorder as ships from the United States Germany Britain and Cuba patrol the waters and the city endures fighting along the waterfront.
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