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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1913
Page
2
Reports describe demotion among weather men amid accusations of pernicious political activity. Separate victories for states in railway rate cases raise debate as June records cold and rates span from 24.72 to 33.26 percent with estimated revenue increasing from 27 million dollars.
In St. Paul Minnesota the Supreme Court upheld states power to fix reasonable intrastate rates on interstate railroads until Congress regulates these rates. The ruling affects the road for the present and supports state authority over pricing.
The notice reports Colonel Cody Gravely ill with nervous exhaustion and notes the Anti-Saloon League urging a referendum on a two mile limit. It mentions telephonic access in the president’s room and references President Wilson, his aides, and tariff bill lobbying affecting committee action.
In Dublin excitement follows seizure of a consignment of 600 rifles. Americans urge action in Washington. The Senate in executive session again did not ratify renewals of arbitration agreements with Great Britain Italy and Spain which recently expired.
The text notes a dramatic year over year revenue increase totaling about 168.35 million dollars, surpassing 32 million in the prior year. It suggests growth across the Dominion with high revenue gains, though sustained strength varies by sector and is tied to favorable conditions and fuel availability.
A report from Washington details daily legislative proceedings with emphasis on debates, votes, and committee actions. The document notes key figures and sessions shaping national policy and lawmaking processes in the capital.
Friday report from West Virginia notes the Senate Lobby investigating committee widens hearings in Charleston to June 28 with action on two clerks per senator and ongoing probe. The Horse convened briefly, and Banking and Currency panel moves to open currency hearings. Rep Broussard promotes commerce court bill authorizing three battleships and $15 million immediate funding.
Salt Lake City reports the western governors conference ends Saturday afternoon after adopting a declaration of principles presented by Spry. The governors decide to reconvene next year in Denver and select officers and the meeting place.
An intense but purely local tornado was described as the first of its kind ever reported in California. Officials caution residents to monitor weather updates as crews assess damage and determine origins of the unusual storm event.
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