New York Primary Edges Toward Hughes Nomination
New York results show Governor Hughes gaining in Manhattan and parts of Kings County while other counties lag. In Kings, districts voted heavily against him, but overall GOP strength totals suggest Hughes will likely be renominated at Baratogy with opposition forces consolidating around the Governor.
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Huyes
New York County
Kings County
New York
City of
Hughes
Manhattan
Kockium
Otter County
Man
White
Woodward
Heacock
Waxteworth
Baratogy
Hughey Jana
PennsylvanIa railroad officials tour route and checks
A party of Pennsylvania railroad officials led by A. M. Schoyey general superintendent arrived this morning for a brief stopover to inspect conditions at a point along the line. Trainmaster K. F. Corcoran Otto Sehwell and Guy Scott also accompanied the visitors as the officials surveyed the route aboard a two coach train. William Bender returned to Q tower after several days illness and Oakland operator Matthews left the vacancy for Silver Creek. The Big Four work train completed its last trip over the route today.
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Pennsylvania Rad
Hiros
A. M. Schoyey
Newdquarters
Titer
K. F. Corcoran
Otto Sehvell
Guy Scott
Wiliam Bender
Nin
Matthews
Ankland
Silver Creek
Ma Vavaney
Freight department reshuffles amid regrading lines
An official order effective September 1 outlines changes in the Pine freight department after the resignation of G B Whittlesey. H Snyder becomes Buffalo division freight agent, C W Churk takes over as general freight agent west of Buffalo and Salamanca, H W Forward succeeds Clark, and FL G tants becomes district freight agent of the Chicago division, with Chicago headquarters.
Slow but Not Sara in Gentle Social Exchange
A quip on courtship contrasts a slow suitor with uncertainty in a witty exchange. The speaker muses on self-love and the common traits of men, reflecting lighthearted social commentary from a bygone era.
Patrol Wagon Use Sparks City Justice Debate
Police and city detectives clash over use of the patrol wagon and city prison for prisoners arrested by sleuths. Detectives repeatedly arraign suspects in mayor or local courts, then face controversy over court access and fees. Levi Cornwell supervised William Massie, fined ten dollars and sent to the workhouse for assault and battery after a mayor’s court conviction.
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Bibiiaut
Gorve
Schertz
Meyer’s
Levi Cornwell
Willian Massie
Columbus
Massie
Mayors Court
Local Option exposed over liquor revenue figures in Marion County
A Marion County page exposes a county liquor tax flyer alleging revenue figures. The writeup accuses the document of deceiving voters and misallocating net collections, arguing the liquor business does not cover county costs. The piece condemns the flyer as an insult to voters and notes a men only meeting at 8 o'clock.
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Marion County
State of
Ohio
The Supreme Test
A quip about medical examination and fee. a patient jokes that no heart disease would have appeared if the physician had warned of the bill. The scene ends with the patient paying fifteen dollars and claiming relief at not having heart trouble.
Fun Missed In Air Traveling Boston Opines on Speed
A humorous local column from Boston questions the value of slow air travel and mocks missing telegraph poles and fast patrols, arguing the point that speed enhances excitement and progress in balloon journeys.
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Boston
Fraser Highlanders to Perform at Grand Opera
Angus M. Fraser leads Fraser Highland dancers and a pipe band with a drum corps under Piper Angus McMillan Fraser, presenting a Scottish themed show Friday evening at the Grand Opera. The act features Sevillian styling and highland costumes, promising a spectacular and romantic performance.
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Garlton
Piperajor
Angus McMillan Fraser
People's Campaign Seeks Constitutional Amendments in Ohio
Portmouth Daily Times outlines the People's Campaign push through the Ohio State Roar of Commerce to organize county branches and push three constitutional amendments. It argues for a two thirds veto override, January legislature sessions, and tax classification to ensure fair burden sharing, while criticizing delayed legislatures and the governor's veto power.
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Ohio State
United States
J. B. Foraker
Ohio
Timea
No Taxes Paid on Deposits Highlighted by Banks
Testimony from 101 Ohio banks shows $4,166,825 moved from deposits just before tax assessing time last year. The aim was to dodge taxes, reflecting the recurring claim that bank deposits generally escape taxation.
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Ohio
Thin
Grangers Study Tax Reform Proposal Contention
F A Derthich addresses the Ohio Tax Commission on June 3 1907 urging a revised tax system. He argues the 56 year old uniform rate is outdated and proposes a government department empowered to update property taxation as conditions change. The State Grange has not yet taken a formal stand though it favors fair taxation.
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Grandes
State Grange
F. A. Derthich
Ohln Tax Commission
First Step in Tax Reform Debated by Experts
Prof Isidor Loeb of the University of Wisconsin reports at the First National Tax Conference that the essential gap in tax reform lies in modifying constitutional provisions. Tax commissions urged changes to existing tax structure to begin reform.
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Isidor Loeb
University of Wisconsin
First National Tax Comference
The Erudite Domestic
In a humorous domestic tale Mrs. Auchincloss and her son Henry welcome a capable servant named Yale who reveals a sharp memory for history and debate. Henry rewards her wit by inviting her into the family circle, lifting class boundaries while planning a future alliance with Cornelia.
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Joly Henry
Allehindons
Corelia
League
Henry
Coreneliat
Yale
College
Mrs. Auchindows
Mise Yale
Aucinciows
Mian Yule
Auchincross
Corenella
Feld
Mr. Auchindons
Mia. Auchincloss
Mise
Mother
Son
Miss Yale
Minski
Cornelia
Archindows
Mary A. Bowes
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Angus M. Fraser
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