Meat boycott spreads across cities over high living costs
Pittsburgh and Cleveland labor circles spark a grass roots meat boycott with pledges to abstain from eating meat until prices drop. Officials from local trades councils in Toledo, Detroit, Lansing and Chicago discuss coordinated action while workers report wage cuts and rising food costs.
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Meat Strike Grows as Labor Pushes Tariff Change
The Kern area faces pressure from Chicago consumers as a meat strike gains momentum. Tags read no meat for me until March 1, with many wearing them. The Federation of Labor plans broader action, targeting the beef tariff and arguing for government takeover of packing houses to lower prices.
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Confesses At Door Of Jail In Pittsburgh
W C Lilley former presbytery treasurer and church fonds trustee returned after four months missing and confessed a 410 thousand dollar shortage. He asked to be jailed and said he was penniless while in California for his health. He blamed generous gifts to friends and ministers for the shortfall.
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Trainmen Demand Ten Percent Wage Increase
Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern railroad workers, led by J. S. De Prates, urge a ten percent raise, saying current wages from $60 to $76 for trainmen and about $90 for conductors are insufficient amid high food costs. A meeting with officials extended into Thursday after a Wednesday conference.
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Abductors Seize 4 Year Old Katherine Krause in Detroit
United Press reports detectives failed to find clues after two men abducted four year old Katherine Krause from her guardian Miss Sally Jagerisky who once cared for her. The child was forced into a taxi with a urging woman inside and was believed taken to a Grand Trunk train.
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United Press Wire
Detroit
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France faces massive flood across eastern and southern regions
The report describes a great flood threatening France with widespread disaster. From Rheims to Nancy crowds retreat to rooftops as the Marne overflows and isolations occur. Property loss and livestock deaths are reported as authorities appeal for aid.
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Beginning of Ohio legislature lobby activity in Columbus
Three weeks of lobbying precede bills in Columbus as lobbyists press for influence on key measures. The public utilities and tax bills from Taft Harmon and Republicans stir conflict, while lawmakers pace hearings and social dinners amid shifts to curb corporate plunder and consolidate state institutions under one board.
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Damage from ice est damaged river navigation reports
The Ohio River near three gorges shows danger to navigation as ice recedes. Reports indicate thirty barges and many coal boats driven downstream, with several houses washed away and wharves damaged.
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Ohio River
McKinnon Estate Sued For Graft Money Recovery
Attorney General Denman files a common pleas suit against the estate of the late Wi McKinnon and state treasurer Bletomcat Mtate to recover graft money traced to misused funds during 1904 to 1906 and 1908. The petition seeks recovery of millions misappropriated over multiple terms, naming several defendants.
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Framer Defends Measure Amid Labor Legislation Debate
The article portrays a heated debate over a proposed labor bill led by Attorney P.B. Anderson of Youngstown. Norris and supporters claim the measure unfairly favors employers by limiting liability for injuries. Critics warn the bill would remove accountability and undermine safety, while advocates insist it clarifies responsibility and protects workers.
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Unclear bill on employer responsibility in labor debate
A fragmentary report from Philadelphia covers a legislative clash over employer liability and fellow servant doctrine. It mentions education as a motive, labor leaders, and stalled progress while noting a hospital update after a deadly blaze that damaged a structure yesterday with several injured.
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Sacrifice and Death in Highbridge Park Shooting
Arthur Shilley, six, died after a companion was shot and killed eight days earlier in Highbridge Park. His mother fainted while trying to save him and remains in collapse. Police have not located the shooter. 26 suspects have been arrested but released for lack of evidence.
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United Press Wire
New York
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Robert Lomax
Highbridge
Parle
Shibley
Peary to be honored with $10000 reception at Metropolitan
Commander Robert J Peary, discoverer of the North Pole, will be honored at the Metropolitan Opera House on February 4. The program features a lecture with stereoptican views of unpublished polar photographs, followed by a handshake with about one thousand attendees who paid $1 to $150 for entry and refreshments.
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Out of Africa Ghost Sets Stage for 6th President Bid
A mysterious figure, described as a ghost from Africa, predicts a June return and a triumphant homecoming. The story links Roosevelt and Taft era politics with a looming speakership fight and possible New York gubernatorial edge, while Uncle Joe’s circle grows wary of the foreign influence.
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Princess Penniless as Creditors Seize Her Estate
Princess, heiress of Bengium, faces major losses as creditors seize about $1,000,000 of Leopoli estate assets. A court ruling may force sale of Balincourt villa held by Baroness Vaughn. proceeds would benefit the princess and her two sisters. Debts range from 1,000,000 to 2,000,000. she lives frugally in a hotel, saving for a simple future.
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Final aviation meet events in Los Angeles
A record crowd is expected in Huntington Park for the meet final with Louis Paulhan and Glen Las, Curtiss aiming to break speed records. Paulhan may attempt a 22 mile west to east run while Oakland club representatives plan a February appearance. prize money of 50 dollars is mentioned.
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