Taft Outlines Trust Probe and Rail Policy
Taft delivers first campaign speech at Memorial Hall in Columbus Ohio praising Roosevelt policies. He urges strong trust investigations, opposes government ownership, warns against over capitalized railroads and illegal interstate stock acquisitions, and argues for regulated competition and federal restraint instead.
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Taft
Memorial Hall
Roosevelt
Elkina
Northern Securities
Northern Pacific Orders Reconsignment of Timber Shipments
An order from the Northern Pacific effective September 14 requires timber shipments not to be consigned to points east of the Minnesota Transfer Duluth or Superior. Demurrage charges will be entered if the reconsignment order is not received before arrival of the shipment.
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Northern Pacific
Minnesota
Great Lake Porta
Duluth
Superior Ia
Corset Saved Life in Public Square Horse Crash
In Lima on August 20 Mrs. Geo W Rydman narrowly escaped grave injuries when a fractious horse struck their carriage in a crowded square. A bogey shaft damaged her side but was blocked by the corset stays, doctors noting the stays undoubtedly saved her life by preventing heart injury.
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Lima
Mra. Geo. W. Rydman
Mra. Rydman
New Captain of Industry Plans Virginia Coal Boom
Seattle exclusive service reports Thos F Ryan and associates eye Seaboard Air Line as the world’s top coal carrier. They propose a 200 mile link via the South & Western railway to Virginia fields, with 1,000,000 acres bought by Clinchfield Coal Co. to supply half a billion tons, amid navy interest.
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Seattle
Richmond
Mhos
Ofune Ryan
Bia
Haw
Seaboard Air Line Railway
Virginia
Sea Boars
South & Western
Clinchfield Coal Co
Thos. F. Ryan
Blair
Blair & Co
Norman B. Reames
Geo. L. Carter
South & Western Railway
Cardiff
United States Navy Ia
Ryan Syndicate
Carter
Interstate Coal Co
John H. Inman
New York
Clydes
Philadelphia
Russell and
Dickenson Counties
Alton Deal Taken Up Investigation in Chicago Figures
Attorney General Bonaparte conferred with District Attorney Bime in Washington on August 20 about the Standard Oil trial in Chicago The talks reviewed testimony by Harriman and other Chicago and Alton officials to assess immunity prospects in the prosecution tied to the Alton deal.
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Washington, D.C
Bonaparte
Bime
Chicago
Harriman
Chicago & Alton
Market prices show vegetables and fruits steady with select items down
The market report notes slightly lower morning prices for several vegetables while demand remains strong for tomatoes. Grapes, lettuce, and other produce appear in choice supply, with varied pricing across commodities including beans, cucumbers, peppers, apples, and pears.
Rockwell Sees Possible Run for Congress in Senate Battle
North Yakima August 26. State tax commissioner T D Rockwell indicates he may seek Congress to succeed Wesley L Jones in the race for U S senator against Levi Ankeny of Walla Walla. Rockwell says he has not fully decided but is seriously considering the matter.
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North Yakima
T. D Rockwell
Congress
Wesley L. Jones
United States
Levi Ankeny
Walla Walla
Leonard and Taylor Die After Surgical Sacrifice
Elgin Illinois reports the death of Dr Leonard and Dr Taylor two surgeons famed for skill who died after a May operation. Taylor pierced his thumb with a needle while closing a wound for secrosta and poison entered his blood leading to his collapse and death.
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Elgin
Laeonard & Taylor
West
Taylor
End of an era as Fifth Avenue Coach Company horses fade
The auction sale marks the end of horse drawn omnibuses and stages on Fifth Avenue. Electric omnibuses now replace the older system with a 10 cent fare. The first local public stage ran on July 9, 1830 between Wall and Bleecker. The stage business grew to over a million dollar capital.
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New York
Aca
Fifth Avenue Coach Company
Fifth Ave
Wall
Bleecker Streets
Was Not Taft's Son Arrested in Spokane
F W Vaughn was arrested in Spokane for impersonating William H Taft Jr claiming to be the secretary's son and making loans. He told police the impersonation was for fun but officers plan to pursue further charges as a likely hoax.
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Taft
Spokane
F. W Vaughn
William Haft, Jr
Poice
Deneen Offers Reward in Williams Murder Case
Governor Deneen announces a $200 reward for the capture of the murderer of James L Williams an evangelist whose death is attributed to a woman in Mount Vernon Illinois on August 20.
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Mount Vernon, Ill
Iov
Brooks & Co Hat Sale At 1331 Second Ave
Local ad announces hat sale featuring Goods from N. Brooks and Company at 1331 Second Avenue. Shoppers invited to browse a selection of headwear with pricing and sizes available.
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N. Brooks & Co
Fast Freight Plan Aims Pacific Route Schedule
Major John M. Carson heads the National Bureau of Manufacture backing a regular Atlantic to Pacific rail freight schedule. He supports a through service on a fixed timetable like passenger trains. Traffic Manager Joseph Mewlan of the Los Angeles Interurban is found guilty of tender ordinance violation and faces sentencing next Thursday.
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Washington
Aus
John M. Carson
Naional Bureau of Manufacture
Atlantic
Pacific
Joseph Mewlan
Los Angeles
Nevada Stocks on Margin Offered by Local Bankers
ft M Herrin Co bankers brokers invite customers to buy and sell all stocks and securities with quotations by special wire on G field and margin financing on Nevada stocks and money advances.
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Ft. M. Herrin & Co
Nevada
Costs Planned for Statue of Liberty Improvements
New York details outline a $60,000 program to outfit Liberty Island with a new wardrobe and accessories before winter. A $1,500 bronze dress is planned for the sole Island resident woman keeper. Pedestal repairs totaling $22,400, plus a stairway and elevator in her right arm, are also proposed.
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New York
Hedloe’s Island
Devil Theme Draws Vincennes Chautauqua Audience
Sam Smail used the Devil as a lecture focal point at the Vincennes Chautauqua. He warned about a deceptive appearance, noting danger may emerge from a boy with middle parted hair, thin eyes, stylish clothes, and smart manners.
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Vincennes
Ind
Sam Smail
Vincennes Chautauqua
Fall and Winter Styles From New York At See and Ave
Mr Fuhrman presents the season’s latest fall and winter patterns from New York. Patrons who favor well dressed men at moderate prices should visit at 1016 See and Ave to view the new styles at once.
Women to Enter Parliament in New Zealand Vote
Wellington Aug 20 The bill for electing the upper house by the house of representatives passed committee stage in the senate. A clause allowing women to be elected as members of the upper house was adopted by 27 to 26.
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Wellington
N. Z
House of Representatives
Furnaces and Heating Figures by Woodhouse
Warm up with hot air furnaces offered by Geo H Woodhouse at 112 University Street. Visit to obtain figures and estimates before arranging home heating.
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Geo. H. Woodhouse
University St
Fire at Macelllon Ohio Stable Kills 62 Horses
A blaze at a race track stable in Macelllon Ohio destroyed one bustle and 62 horses including several trotting racers with records. Local authorities investigate cause and assess damages to the facility and racing assets.
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Macelllon
Ohio
Grocer Offers Money-Back on Schilling's Beat
A grocer pledges to refund customers if they dislike Schilling's Beat, signaling a complete money-back guarantee. The unusual offer ties product satisfaction to immediate cash reimbursement, aiming to boost shopper confidence.
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Schilling
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