Comer Endorses Henderson for Railroad Commissioner
On February 8 1912 B B Comer wrote to Kennedy endorsing Charles Henderson for railroad commissioner. The letter cites Hendersons long fight for freight reform and helps credit him as a leading figure in electing and strengthening the commission. It notes Henderson was among the first elected by the people and served with Nesbitt and Lusk, praising the commissions quality.
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B. B. Comer
8. P. Kennedy
Charles Henderson
Henderson
Alabama
W. D. Nesbitt
Harris
John A. Lusk
Chas. Henderson
Dispute Over 25-Cent Cuban Blackstrap Rate
The Interstate Commerce Commission suspended the Emerson and Washburn freight tariffs amid protest from Louisiana sugar producers. The dispute centers on a 25-cent rate for Cuban blackstrap from Mobile Gulfport and New Orleans to Iowa points, which would discriminate against Louisiana. The commission will investigate whether the rate constitutes unlawful discrimination under the commerce act.
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Louisiana
Interstate Commerce Commission
Emerson and Washburn
Mobile
Gulfport
New Orleans
Council Bluffs
Clinton
Washington
St. Louis
Ohio
Iowa
In- Commerce Commission
Olio
Interstate Commission
Mobile Rate
Suburban Farming: Pigs poultry and small plots appeal
The note discusses various kinds of stock in suburban farming. It highlights poultry and pigs as adaptable to small plots and simple home setups for family use.
Comer Wins Public Correction on Coal Rate Favoritism
The Henderson campaign charged B. B. Comer used influence in the 1907 legislature to secure cheaper coal rates for his Sylacauga cotton mill. The Item prints Henderson’s reply with dates and details showing the law gave Comer an advantage, and that he knew of it when he signed the act on November 23, 1907.
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Henderson
B. B. Comer
Sylacanga
Mr. Comer
Charles Henderson
Comer
Alabama Child Labor Laws Aimed at Protecting Poor Mill Children
The Mobile Item argues that Montgomery Journal misstates opposition to Comer on child labor. It cites Alabama 1907 criminal code sections 6428 to 6431 limiting hours and ages, questions Journal's stance, and pledges to push stronger protections for poor children's mill work.
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Comer
Alabama
Montgomery Journal
New York
New Orleans
The
Journal
the Journal
Mobile Item
Remembering George Alfred Townsend Journalist of Liberty
An obituary tribute recalling George A Townsend once a leading freelance writer for the Cincinnati Enquirer and other papers. The piece lauds his literary impact, freedom of expression, and compares him with William B Curtis as a strong voice who broke constraining bonds.
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Gath
Cincinnati Enquirer
George Alfred Townsend
Moore
Tara’s
George A. Townsend
William B. Curtis
Mercudate Ercanate Sa
Seed May Vote for Comer in Gubernatorial Race
The Tuscaloosa editor recalls campaign rhetoric and notes Walter D. Seed may support Comer while many locals oppose. A quoted slogan about cutting someone’s ear is cited as part of a broader political memory in the Pine Bell News.
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Walter D. Seed
Eer
Gompers brief on labor exemption under Sherman law
Washington report notes Representative Murdock praising Samuel Gompers for a brief in the Congressional Record arguing for exemption of labor unions from the Sherman anti trust act. The piece traces labor history and explains why organized labor seeks legal relief to avoid unlawful acts, stressing the distinction between labor and capital and the need for workers to control their labor power.
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Victor Elliott
Washington
Victor Murdock
Congressional Record
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Gompers
House
Senate
Clayton
House Judiciary Committee
Murdock
Kansas
Congress
Republic
Europe
Sherman
George and
Edmunds
U. S. of L
FLOCKING TO HENDERSON IN STATE PRIMARY
Reports from Montgomery indicate Henderson leads in the approaching primary as thousands shift from Sced. Captain Kolb and most followers back Henderson, while Old Comer faces a decisive finish per the Sheffield Standard.
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Henderson
Montgomery
Sced
Henderson Standard
Kolb
Mr. Henderson
Sheffield Standard
Henderson Majority To Be Huge In State Governor Race
The Luverne Journal predicts Charles Henderson will win a large anti-Comer majority in the April 6 primary, with votes for Seed Kolb and Henderson all anti-Comer. The Camden News urges voters to back Henderson for peace and prosperity. In Jefferson county Comer wins only 4,584 of 16,644 votes, signaling weak support at home and doubt about reelecting him.
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Luverne Journal
Comer and Henderson
Charles Henderson
Camden News
Jefferson County
Birminghamews
Norton clarifies Fairhope taxation as misrepresented Single Tax claim
Edward Quincy Norton writes that Fairhope has never used the Single Tax system and Alabama law bars such a regime. He distinguishes the Fairhope plan from Henry George's tax concept and notes the area relies on land value, improvements, and personal property taxes. He also mentions Upton Sinclair and Joseph Fels in describing Fairhope's notoriety.
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Norton
Chancery Court
Fairhope Corporation
George
Fairhope
Alabama
Upton Sinclair
Joseph Fels
the Item
Germany at Tampico reported with stirring eyewitness account
The Herald's John T. Meehan describes Captain von Kohler's actions at Tampico during the Americans' rescue, affirming Germany's true stance. Admiral von Hintz replies to Huerta demanding German arms, inviting combat to defend them with bold resolve.
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von Kohler
Tampico
John T. Meehan
Herald
Germany
Berlin
Paul von Hintz
Legation
Huerta
German Defence League
Peltz
New York Herald
Spring Queen Mary J Blackburn
Blended hues of May frame Mary J Blackburn as the season’s fair figure. The verse praises her as Spring’s queen while roses nod and breezes kiss her lips.
Balkan blouse and Mexican dog reference in western editorials
A Western editor links fashion drift to conflicts and soberly notes the Balkan blouse grew from late continental wars. He speculates the Mexican war may yield a scant and airy style, likening it to the Mexican dog in tone and implication.
Heard on the Border Mediation Vision
Fragmentary verse notes a political figure Huerta facing crisis and possible decline. It hints at meditation as a path to salvation and comments on the harsh route of glory through quick elimination. The tone is reflective and critical of rash decision making.
Political talk and quips from papers across states
Snippets reveal talks of Cole Blease winning a U.S. Senate seat from South Carolina and a Blease ally becoming governor, with sharp remarks about arrests and a burglar found in Philadelphia, plus a humorous exchange about marriage timing from Indianapolis chatter.
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Cole Blease
United States Senate
South Carolina
Blease
Manchester Union
Coral church of Honolulu stands as quaint historic sight
A coral built house of worship in Honolulu showcases early Protestant missionary effort when an independent native kingdom ruled the islands. The seaside setting features varied sea growth and the simple, inexpensive church remains a notable landmark.
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Honolulu
Hawaiian Islands
Deavor
Needs of Our Army Seeks Reorganization and Volunteers
A historical column argues for a strong modern navy and a reformed army led by a capable general staff. It calls for West Point training plus Leavenworth and Washington schools, a 1917 volunteer act, and a consolidated reserve system to modernize command, logistics, and national defense.
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Dewey
Manila Bay
Becau
Gener
United States Military Academy
West Point
West Points
Hudson
Infantry
Cavalry School
Leavenworth
Army College At
Washington
Congress
General Staff
Vera Cruz
War Department
Army
States
District of Columbia
Cuba
Philippines
United Stat Army
Coun
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