Entertaining Duke of Cornwall Controversy Sparks Council Debate
A Federated Trades and Labor Council resolution denounces $10,000 city funding to entertain the Duke of Cornwall. It urges redirecting funds to a library or home for orphans, arguing private interests should cover such royal displays. The piece notes public opinion and references broader political tensions amid unrest.
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Duke of Cornwall
Montreal
Federated Trades and Labor Council
Federated Trades and Labor Emine
Agaiiat
Phair
Ian
Edward
England Seeks Harmony in Hay Pauncefote Revival
Britain pushes for revival of the Hay Pauncefote treaty to settle U S British differences. Secretary Hay receives word that plans will be proposed to restore treaty terms. Colombian minister Silvela has submitted Panama canal seizure proposals and discussions are invited. Preliminary protocols with Costa Rica and Nicaragua indicate a broader regional approach. A lease term of years favored by Colombia may be tied to concessions or tax arrangements in exchange for U S control of the canal.
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Great Britain
New York
Spectato the Herald
Hay
Soint
United States Senate
Senor Silvella
United States
Secretary Bay
Panama Canal
Costa Rica
Nicaragua
Colom_bia
Topeka News Roundup From A Bustling Day In March
Topeka residents discuss weather lore and civic happenings as the day features political campaigning voting hours and community updates The item notes a waterworks bill debate and local public interest in weather proverbs while listing diverse small events such as theater plays church gatherings and a grocery fire report.
Cuban export duty on tobacco fully removed
Washington March 3 The Cuban export duty on tobacco is to be abolished starting April, following the Cuban economic committee visit and General Wood's approval. Previous orders fixed a 30 percent duty, now eliminated, with revenue losses estimated but offset by plans to boost Cuban production. The trade affects about $20,000,000 yearly, with most tobacco exports to the United States.
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Washington
Ent
Cuban Economic Committee
Ger Wood
Gen. Wood
Pce
San’ de Cuba
Cumpum
Santings
War Department
Cuba
United States
Great Britain
Woman Tried to Hang Herself in County Jail
Mrs Myrtle Webster, reported as having cut her husband’s throat earlier, attempted suicide by tying a wire to window bars and hanging herself in the country jail yesterday. Earlier, a probate court jury declared her insane and she was held for transfer to the asylum.
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Ayry
Inava
Thee
Dem
Aubry Stock Company
Ieee
Cat Clitton
Oakland Avenue
Jennings
TF Creer
Ixick
Georgs Bradahew
Dean Huskin Low
Thas
Aha Breeze
Horas Janes K Hackett
Aubrey Stock Company
New York
Crawford
Nemian Webster
William Fall Jenkins
J.D. McParland
Deka
R. RY
Georgs F Winklow
Kurkas City
G. C.clemena
O. F. Walker
Willard
John Stein
Harvey
Kansas City
Albuquerque
Topeka
Husband
Convventional
Dover
Meronen
Jobe Chaney
Drolinger
Ida Courter
John Dyehé
B. J. Dyece
Kansas
Waharuse
Leavenworth
Allen
M. B
C.H. Pallips
Topeka High
Weletol Xiria
Haskell
Jackson Street
Myrtle Webster
Webster
Ass Asylum
Brannigan Named Treasurer for Philippine Funds
Manila March 9 Frank A Ordinegan disbursing officer to the American Philippine commission has been appointed treasurer of the Philippine archipelago at a yearly salary of 6000. Bramplean furnished Sands by 200000. Colonel Murray of the United States infantry reports surrender of forty four officers and men at the port of Tacloban Leyte Island. The commission has passed a bill providing an additional 1000000 Mexican silver for Manila reform and an act empowering General MacArthur to organize municipal governments where none exist.
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Manila
Maren
Frank A. Ordinigan
American Philippine Commission
Philippine Archipelaco
Branplean
Murray
United States Infantry
Tacloban
Lente Island
Comilsion
General MacArthur
Tiose
FEED CHILDREN On Properly Selected Food
FEED CHILDREN on properly selected food pays big dividends. Parents note healthier, stronger children after changing meals. A Michigan reader cites fruit soft bread and dairy items improving weight and vitality, attributing gains to the cereal mix from Pontim Cereal Co Battle Creek, Mich.
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Inother
Pontim Cereal Co
Battle Battle
Creek
Mich
Shortage of Fruit Cars Paralyses California Crops
Los Angeles reports a chronic shortage of railroad fruit cars hindering shipment of oranges and lemons from Southern California. Growers fear thousands of dollars in losses as packing houses close and pickers are sent home due to inability to move fruit. Authorities warn the shortage is unprecedented and requires immediate action.
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Los Angeles
Call
Nouses Rayebean
Cara
Dressmakers Meet Forms National Protective Association
New York March 9 The Dreammakers Protective Association of America organized with delegates from 29 states. Dressmakers gathered to discuss grievances and coordination as officers are named and a charter under New York law prepared. Expected membership 4000 to 5000 within two months. Officers to be unpaid and the group strictly cooperative with no strikes planned.
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New York
Dreammakers’ Protective Association of America
Aron
A. B. Conger
Scranton
Conger
Aton
Iiwn
York
Flood of Gems Signals Boom in Jewelry Trade
New York harbor reports surge in imported precious stones for February. Mindll’s appraisal shows total value at $1,576,078 with most shipments to local merchants. February figures mark a jump over the past five years, reflecting rising demand among the fashionable and wealthy.
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New York
Geo. W. Mindll
Republic
Wakeman
United Potentae
Mindit
Topeka Team Wins 41 to 16 Over Indians
The Topeka M. C. A. basketball team defeated the Flaskell Indians at the MC A gymnasium last night in a high scoring contest. Arthur Griggs starred for Topeka as the outcome secured a decisive victory.
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Topeka
M. CA
Flaskell Indians
Arthur Griggs
Monarchical Plot in Brazil New York March 4
Fragmentary report from Rio de Janeiro notes alleged political maneuvering amid claims of a government inquiry. The body of Daird, a Western turfman, has been shipped to Bedford Iowa for funeral services for his mother.
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Brazil
New York
Rio
Ce Janeiro
Cai
Daird
Bedford
Iowa
Posed as Bryan creates buffoonish Buffalo scene
New York March item describes Fred Fulcher posing as William J. Bryan to address Ellicott club students at the University of Buffalo. A waiter impersonated Bryan, hats and improvised costume, drawing mixed reactions. A committee sought to stop the impersonation while a separate political note emphasized Democratic loyalty and concerns over federal policy.
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New York
Buffalo
the Herald
Willam J. Bryan
Fred Fulcher
Ellicott Club
University of Buffalo
Bryan
Dourata
Mr. Bryan
Walter Alt
Morkai
I. Mack
Democracy 1
Through Train News From St Louis to Buffalo Akron Route
A historic notice describes new rail service with two daily through trains from St Louis to Buffalo via Columbus and Akron starting May. Tickets on sale March, with return validity and connections on the Pennsylvania Vandella and Erie lines. Contact J T Foley or J M Chembrough for details.
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Kannas City
Ganta Pe
Rembrich Grand Ouara
March & Good
Buffiklo
Akron
Colambay
St. Louis
Pennsylvania- Vandella
Erie
J.T. Foley
T. P
Kansas Cnty
J. M. Chembrough
P- St. Log
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P. Morino
Petersburg
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Ladies’ Arch Secary
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Mathiause Episcopal Church
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Department of Agriculture
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California
Mutual Protective Association
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University Students of Buffalo
Wlodenta Gaye & Ghewr
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Capital Council Tree
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