Panama Canal progress eyed for 1915 completion
Official circles predict the Panama canal will be finished and in operation by January 15 1915. Lock chambers 1000 feet long and 110 feet wide are planned to handle large vessels with duplicates for opposing traffic. The system aims to lift ships 85 feet above sea level at Gatun before lowering to the Pacific.
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Panama Canal
France
United States
Taft
Changres
Suez Canal
Gatun
Taken Co
Panama
Republic
Canal Zone
Pacific Ocean
Caribbean Sea
Colon
David
Santiago
Memory prodigy boy wows Vienna scholars with date recall
A ten year old boy demonstrated extraordinary memory by recalling the day of the week for any date between 1000 and 2000 AD and naming movable feasts. He answered precise questions like June 14 1808 and Easter 1929 instantly, suggesting memorized material rather than formulas.
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Vienna Psychological and Neurological Society
New York Sun
Soap Tree Orchards In Florida Predict Easy Fortunes
The Ocala Banner reports that side by side planting of soap tree and tallow tree in Florida could yield near pure soap from berry pulp and a fine oil from the trees. Imported berries from Algiers and China spur interest in cultivation and potential profits for young planters.
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Soap Tree
Florida
Algiers
China
Ocala
Notable Painter Expands Mural Decor Work
The artist in Palet gains recognition for his mural decor specialty. Reports say he has ventured to enhance public spaces with detailed wall paintings and decorative designs.
Taft tariff views noted amid gossip and editorial echoes
The Washington Star defends Taft stance on the Payne bill and says he will veto or support as Congress sends a bill. The Chicago Evening Post and others critique the tariff talk as heated gossip with Roosevelt’s role downplayed.
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Star
Taft
Senate Committee
Congress
Chicago Evening Post
White House
Washington Star
Springfield Republican
Roosevelt
Cleveland
Bailey's 1912 Presidential Candidacy Rumor Stirring
Washington correspondents link Senator Bailey to a 1912 nomination bid after his protectionist votes, with friends in Washington pushing the idea. Critics doubt his party would nominate a man whose speeches praise free trade yet back protective duties, contrasting him with staunch rivals.
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Bailey
Washington
Indiana
Democratic Party
Gannon
Aldrich
Portland Oregonian
Chicago
West Speaks for the West Demanding Fair Representation
The writer argues the western states should be heard without conflict with the East. They claim the West has earned independence from subservience and must be treated with respect as its financial and political power grows. The piece urges sympathetic consideration of western demands to stay viable.
Not Agonizing Over Tariff Delays in Textile Sectors
The piece argues that business is not worried by tariff debates and highlights massive investment in New England textile mills. It asserts that a downward tariff revision on cotton and woolen goods would lower prices for consumers while not harming thriving industries, which are expanding with new mills spindles and looms.
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Congress
Senate
Washington
New England
Lawrence
Mass
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
Ways and Means
Taft's Southern Policy Aims For Toleration And Confidence
The article outlines Taft's approach to breaking the solid south not by revolution but through high quality appointments to inspire confidence among southern voters. It argues a strong opposition party would benefit the nation and frames this policy as a first step toward healthier political conditions nationwide.
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Taft
Hayes
Hach
Union
North
South
West gains power in U.S. leadership says article
The piece argues that the east no longer dominates national finance and politics. It notes rapid western growth, increased representation in Congress and the electoral college, and several cabinet members hailing from western homes near Chicago.
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New York
Wall Street
West
Congress
Chicago
Misuse of Protection in Export Pricing Critique
The passage argues that when a protected manufacturer sets export prices below home prices and cannot justify the discrimination against American consumers, a misusage of protection occurs. It urges Congress to correct such cases by applying a much lower duty and reducing protection.
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Congress
Tillman Stirs Tariff Debate With Fiery Lashing
The article notes Senator Tillman dodges a debate and erupts over a cottonseed oil duty, accusing Senator Smoot of taking his facts from a liar. He boasts of southern conditions, claiming no African Americans received employment at lower wages than a stated range.
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Tillman
Senator Tillman
Smoot
No. Groes
Miami University Centenary Celebrations Highlight Noted Alumni
Oxford June 12 Miami University marks its hundredth birthday amid commencement exercises. Despite 1100 students, the small college has produced Benjamin Harrison, eight governors, 23 representatives, 63 judges, cabinet officers, ambassadors, and many leaders. Prominent figures include Taft invited, with E R Scott, F W Himitt, Albert Hill among speakers. Dr Guy Potter Benton presides. living ex presidents expected.
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Oxford
Miami University
Miami
Taft
Henry Mitchell McCracken
University of the City of New
Guy Potter Benton
York
Judson Harmon
Ohio
Albert Hill
University of Misouri
B. W. Scott
University of New York
F. W. Himitt
Central University of Kentucky
Benjamin Harrison
United States
Ohio official delays flour bleaching ban ruling
State Dairy and Food Commissioner Renick W. Dunlap in Columbus has paused his order banning flour bleaching. The hold follows a federal test case filed by the National Millers' Association in Nebraska challenging a U S Department of Agriculture restriction on bleaching, due to take effect in six months.
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Columbus
Dairy and Food
Renick W. Dunlap
Ohio
National Millers’ Association
Nebraska
Pure Food Department
United States Department of Agriculture
Owner of Rabid Dog Liable in Columbus Case
Prosecuting Attorney William Dunaface of Wood county states a dog owner is liable for all damages from a bite including medical costs. The injured person may also receive damages from county commissioners if allowed.
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Columbus
William Dunaface
Wood County
No Money for Salaries in Steubenville
City Auditor King warned the mayor that the safety fund is depleted and there is no money to pay firemen and policemen salaries now due. Revenue loss from the Aiken liquor tax after Steubenville voted dry is blamed.
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Steubenville
King
Aiken
Murderer Convicted in Toledo Case
Michael Bobole ski, a women’s tailor, was found guilty of murder in the first degree for the slaying of Ludwig and Augusta Krueger in Toledo. A mercy recommendation was entered, and the sentence is life imprisonment.
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Toledo
Michael Boboleski
Ludwig
Augusta Krueger
Ohio Auto Law Ends First Year with Registrations
In Ohio the first year of the automobile law has concluded with 17,192 machines registered and fees collected. The report notes total sums for licenses and chauffeurs' licenses.
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Columbia
Ohio
Faith All That Was Left A Lesson In Economics
A Philadelphia Sunday school teacher uses three coins to teach faith hope and charity. A pupil cannot name them after a week and confesses he has only faith left as his mother spent charity on meat for hamburg steak, leaving none for hope.
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Philadelphia
Fanny
Hope
Mamma
Eczema Sufferer Finds Cure with Cuticura Trio in Arkansas
Henry Searle of Little Rock Arkansas describes twelve months of severe itching and red pimples on ankles feet arms and scalp. After visiting a skin hospital with little relief he used Cuticura Ointment Soap and Pills and was completely cured.
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Henry Searle
Little Rock
Ark
Potter
Father and Son Quip About Sunday Fishing
Clergyman asks what a father would say about digging for worms on Sunday. Willie replies he cannot know, but is sure his father would scold him for not digging, pointing to the father fishing in the distance.
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Clergyman
Willie
Interrupted wedding at Shawnee courthouse shocks couple
Probate Judge Schoch began a ceremony when a man burst in with a prank plan. He offered the betrothed apples, handing each a Grimes Golden before the marriage, startling the groom and bride. The Kansas City Journal reports the odd interruption.
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Shawnee County Court House
Schoch
Kansas City Journal
Prominent Men Testify Postum Benefits Over Coffee
A southern state public schools superintendent recounts his mother’s long coffee problems including heart trouble and stomach issues. After trying Postum at dinner, the family discarded coffee and all benefited with improved health, fewer headaches, and better overall condition.
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Oo Pelf
Ease Ronian
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