Railroads Bill Vote Shows Narrow Margin on Valuation Amendment
Senate debate spanned hours as the railroad bill faced a crucial vote on a physical valuation amendment. La Follette and Simmons proposals failed by narrow margins. many Democrats and Republicans were absent or excused. Bourne and Burkett opposed paired votes, while Beveridge missed a key decision, leaving the outcome in doubt until later.
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Hocking Valley seeks to force defense in recent suits
In Columbus on June 2 the Hocking Valley railroad filed a cram bill in federal court to defend against complainants in recent suits. The railroad seeks to compel questions about stock sources and backers, and to enjoin interference with retirement of preferred stock while allowing payment of about 16 million dollars on hand. J. P. Morgan & Company would gain authority to pay the remaining preferred stock. The case follows a recent temporary injunction, with further testimony expected.
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Cuba Grants Consent to Raise Maigne Wreck
Havana June 2 President Gomez replies to a demand by the U S Navy Department and says Cuba willingly authorizes the raising of the wreck of the battleship Maine.
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Lara Abandons Campaign as Madriz Army Fights Retreat
General Lara leads remnants of the Madrid government’s forces south from Bluefields after a failed assault on Estrada trenches. American field guns halt the charge, routing Lara’s troops who suffer heavy casualties and many prisoners in a brutal hand to hand clash.
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Taft Prepares for Tour of Colleges
Washington June 2 President Patt spoke at Trinity College urging women’s education and responsibility as he prepared to tour Bryner Ohio Northern Ada Detroit and other cities with stops this week He will be away from the capital until Sunday night Also Republican House caucus approves postal savings bank bill and calls for rules report on its consideration.
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Reform leader Rudolph Spreckin heads Chicago drive
Rudolph Spreckin San Francisco millionaire graft fighter leads a reform movement in Chicago and other elite circles amid calls for broader corruption cleanup. Several pedestrians and bystanders were injured in a subway collision in New York as trains collided.
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Botanic Blood Balm Promises Cure for Blood Poison
An advertisement claims Botanic Blood Balm B B B cures blood poison and related skin eruptions by cleansing the system. It touts relief from aches, rashes, ulcers, and cancer signs, with free samples and bottles sold by druggists for a dollar plus home cure guidance.
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Charles D Norton Takes Carpente dent Place as Preal
Charles D Norton assumed Carpente dent Place as the confidential man in a shift described by observers. The move positions Norton in a key advisory role amid ongoing corporate restructuring and internal reorganizations.
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Norton Lends Position Named as Private Secretary
Washington June 2 announce the appointment of Charles D Norton of Chicago as private secretary to the president. Norton, currently consultant secretary of the treasury, succeeds Fred W Carpenter of Minnesota.
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Rate rises loom as bills fail at state level
June 2 reports from Columbus note legislators did not pass the Woods utilities bill, leaving state officials powerless to block a Bell Telephone rate increase. Attorney General claims evidence of a price pact between Bell and Morgantown interests. Central Union elevates rates by up to 120 percent. United States company reportedly plans further actions starting July 1. Also, Butler county Senator Huffman is nominated for re election by Democrats in the Second Fourth district, while Illinois official Browne faces trial on bribery charges involving Charles White of O Fallon.
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Injunction Targeted Western Trunk Line Plan For Rate Hikes
Washington reports the attorney general moves to dissolve the Western Trunk Line committee and related railroad associations for fixing freight rates. The case parallels antitrust actions against the Harriman merger, with a master to be appointed and trials spanning years. The government seeks to block rate increases pending equity dissolution and considers contempt actions over prior injunctions.
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Quarremn Blown to Pieces in Utah Cement Quarry
Twenty five workmen die in a Utah quarry blast at Union Portland Cement works in Devils Side. Most victims are Japanese and Greek workers from a 76 to 100 man quarry wing. Injured count ranges in dozens as rescue details trickle in by courier.
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Governor Harmon Faces No Blame After Prison Escape
Columbus reports Governor Harmon will not fault any official over recent penitentiary escapes. He reviewed escape methods and indicated no one is at fault, with plans to add guards to prevent future breaches amid predictions of a shake up. Also in Chicago, Frank A. Goteh defeated Stanislaus Zbyszko in two straight falls to become world wrestling champion at the Coliseum.
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Toledo Man Sworn In Amid City Hall Oath Confusion
State of Ohio records show Frank J. Cheivey taking an oath at Toledo City Hall with additional steps noted. The event occurred as Chaney Me spoke against a ban while authorities monitored proceedings.
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Possible Cand date for Dick's Togs
E. W. Nanley and Dayton Bemoorst are mentioned with a possible candidacy related to Dick's Togs. Details are sparse. the note signals a potential political move or endorsement surrounding the business or brand.
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Buckeye Briefs of Interest to All Ohio Readers
Ohio news briefs from Cincinnati to Gallipolis cover Mrs. Taft visiting her father Hon. John W. Herron, L. R. Andrews named for state senator in Irenton, a Dayton man fined for attempting to derail a interurban car, Mansfield Republicans opposing Dr. Leroy Benedict’s postmaster appointment, the Greene Line packet Evergreen sinking on the Kanawha river near Buffalo, ambulance crews heading to Ada for Ohio Northern commencement, a Romanian confession after viewing a murder corpse, Ohio officials criticizing Girls Industrial home conditions, Governor Harmon delaying tax commission appointments, and Haiti reports about political strife under military rule.
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Hanley in mix for Ohio senate seat in 1920s era
Dayton reports hint at Edward Hanley manager of Dayton Gas Co as potential Democratic contender for Ohio's Senate seat if the western general assembly leans Democratic. Backing rumored from Cor Tan James Cox, amid political speculation and business ties in Dayton. A separate note says N. D. Shaw named state orchard inspector and new state apptariat position created by the legislature to address a honey shortage due to disease affecting bees.
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