Alaska Home Rule Bill Remains Stalled in Congress
Washington Aug 9 The Alaska home rule bill faces a congress deadlock as House and Senate dispute a Senate section. House members Flood Houston and Wedemeyer urge conference with the Senate to reach agreement. If the Senate reinsert the section, passage is possible. otherwise no Alaska home rule bill this session. Wives urged to see May Roberts in Paid in Full Saturday night.
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Wilson Poses for Campaign Picture in New York
Woodrow Wilson the Democratic nominee posed this morning at a noted photographer’s studio for a campaign portrait during a city visit to meet with his executive committee. He was accompanied by his brother Joseph Roof Nashville and later attended a theater show after the session.
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Japan and Russia pool interests in Far East balance
New York dispatch says Japan and Russia pool interests to control Pacific and challenge open door policy. Coalition between the Eastern powers risks curbing other nations in Orient trade while the Mikado’s popularity grows in Russia. The item blends a geopolitical note with a lost belt notice at Front Street and a local restaurant plug.
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Naval Demonstrations October Fourteenth Planned
The naval department orders simultaneous demonstrations on October 14 in New York Manila and San Francisco. War vessels nationwide will rendezvous under Atlantic Pacific and Asiatic squadrons to prove the fleet can form three formidable divisions to the powers.
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President Leconte of Haiti Assassinated in Palace Explosion
Port au Prince reports President Leconte and about 400 citizens killed when a powder magazine exploded beside the palace. The blast, linked to a coup plot, occurred during a reception, igniting semi riot conditions as soldiers restrain mobs from sacking the palace.
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Taft Vetoes Wool Bill in Bid to Cut Duties
President Taft vetoed the La Follette wool tariff bill and urged Congress to postpone adjournment until a bill substantially reducing duties on wool and woolen goods is passed. The message warns against adjourning without acting on wool tariffs. A stray line notes the phrase Paid in Full.
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Perkins Named Chairman of Progressive Party Committee
Chicago reports Theodore Roosevelt selectsGeorge W Perkins as chairman of the Progressive Party executive committee. Roosevelt plans offices in major cities and seeks active participation from key figures including Johnson and Dixon as the party launches nationwide operations in September. The piece notes Perkins, a Morgan associate, will help drive the new movement’s momentum and campaign efforts.
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Johnson
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Sutherland Rally Draws Crowd to Hear Wickersham Aide
Nomvelles gathered in Sutherland last night to hear the Delegate James Wickersham campaign surrogate Dan Sutherland. Attendees, including men women and children, heard an attack filled show of political rhetoric with references to Birch Shackleford and the Iditarod Pioneer editorial tribute to Wickersham.
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Mexican Rebels After Peace Talks Near End
Report from Juarez on August 9 mentions General Zapata's willingness to accept peace terms with President Madero, with negotiations continuing and potential armistice conditions. General Huerta or Orozco forces are referenced in the broader insurgent context as terms are discussed for surrender or demobilization. Local tailors advertise cleaning, pressing, and alterations services amid the upheaval.
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NOME Tailoring Co Streetfront Showdown
Between Segerstrom and Hagen and Zehner's jewelry stores, a local clash over shop frontage rights draws attention to a disputed commercial strip. City officials consider adjustments to storefront zoning to ease competition and preserve business access.
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Two Girls Found Murdered Near Douglas City
Weaverville California August 9. The bodies of Kate and Elba were found yesterday evening near Douglas City. The girls, ages sixteen and thirteen, were slain and their bodies left at the roadside. Authorities suspect a rejected suitor of Elba as the killer.
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House Passes General Deficiency Bill Before Adjourn
The house advances the general deficiency bill and wraps up its business ahead of a scheduled adjournment a week from tomorrow. The notice urges readers to see the paid in full notice before voting.
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