Revenue bill drag for two days in Congress as amendments split
Conference on the emergency revenue bill removed the Phelan amendment allowing presidential retaliation against belligerent nations. The Chamberlain amendment on fishing imports was dropped to avoid a Canada Atlantic fisheries clash. Senate amendments on retaliatory powers and tariffs were kept. tax measures on copper stamp duties and stock taxes were resolved.
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Conferees Work Through Night On Revenue Bill
Washington conferees on the revenue bill wrestled with issues after a long session. They considered dropping stamp taxes on commercial papers tickets copper refiners and munitions taxes while preserving other tax provisions and tariffs. debates over the corrupt practices bill and the Danish West Indies treaty also crept into discussions as executive sessions were possible.
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Sister seeks missing brother in city inquiry
A Thursday letter to police headquarters from Mrs. Sarah Browns of Belleville Illinois asks for help locating her brother Henry Fleschert. She states he once lived in the city at 201 Madison Street and is believed to be a resident of the area.
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Caticura Soap and Ointment Promised Relief for Eczema
A testimonial recounts a child with severe eczema whose symptoms included itching and sleepless nights. After eight weeks of suffering, use of Cuticura Soap and Ointment allegedly led to complete healing, with a mother noting dramatic improvement.
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Ripley Defies Eight Hour Law Warns of Court Order
In Topeka, E P Ripley president of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway says the eight hour law will not be complied with until ordered by the United States Supreme Court. He asserts the act is an advance of 20 to 25 percent in wages for top earning railway workers and reflects pressure from labor leaders.
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Puss in Boots Junior Seeks Father at Willow Tree Inn
Puss in Boots Junior follows four rescuers to the Willow Tree Inn door but cannot reach the brass knocker. The innkeeper reluctantly lets him in after confirming the cat’s mouser reputation and his search for his father continues.
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Puss and the Inkeeper Seek Oats and Bacon in Dark
Puss Junior and the innkeeper exit to the stable with a candle to find the horse and supper. A bat whirs by as they discuss bread, bacon, and a bake. The night ends with plans to return to the inn for oats hay and bacon.
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Nevada joins Atlantic Fleet after acceptance trials
The battleship Nevada completed final acceptance trials and joined the Atlantic fleet at the southern drill grounds. Admiral Benson said the test appeared satisfactory pending the commander’s report. Nevada, sailing from Tompkinsville on September 1, posted 19 knots for 20 hours and 20.5 knots for four hours, with 27 500 tons and ten 14 inch guns in four turrets.
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Nevada
Benson
Sims
Tompkinsville
N. Y
Atlantic
Marriage licenses issued by probate court Thursday
The probate court issued licenses for James A. Culpepper and Celia A. Portis. The record notes the two names as a couple seeking marriage, reflecting local civil actions recorded in the licenses section.
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Thurs- Waloved
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Celia A. Portis
Outdoor exercise praised as best laxative routine
Advice urges regular daily bowels through outdoor exercise and a full glass of water before breakfast plus plenty of fruit and vegetables. Establish a routine and use Chamberlain's Tablets if medicine is needed. noted as pleasant to take and effective. Availability unclear.
Women of England Building Aeroplanes
Women workers in a government factory in England are building aeroplanes. In a single shed they make tents, in another shed wings are covered and painted by women, and in a machine shop women weld parts. Additional tasks include press tool work rough filing repetition milling capstan lathe work sewing woodwork and inspecting varnished wood components.
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London
England
Panama Police Seize Contested Land at Costa Rica Border
Reports from the Costa Rica frontier say Panama police sent to ward off coconut plantations seizure hold the disputed territory. Presses hope a peaceful solution will be reached. The national assembly asked for an interior minister report on the situation.
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Costa Rica
National Assembly
Gasoline Price Cut in New York City
The Standard Oil Company announces another one cent cut in wholesale gasoline, bringing price to 22 cents per gallon. The move follows a heavy rise in crude oil production.
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New York
Standard Oil Company
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