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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1907
Page
4
A bandit held up the Northern Macfie Express at Paul, Minnesota on April 1. He compelled the clerk to open the safe and take about 135,000 in a package, which was later recovered by authorities at Cloquet Lumber Yard in Cloquet, Minnesota after the robbery. A second attempt occurred at the same office later that day.
Fragmentary account describes a confrontation with a robber at a gate and a clerk obeying, a package of currency stolen, and a robber fleeing as a bystander pursues, with confusion in the text and several garbled names and actions.
Washington reports no reply from the president to the protest sent by the Chicago Federation of Labor and the executive committee of the Serzerflagsugd conference in New York. The protest referenced Moyer and Haywood and criticized the murder of former Idaho Governor Steunen, calling the actions undesiradio ett ten. The president’s letter to Representative Eberman in the Harridan controversy is not expected to elicit an answer.
New York April 16 A gathering of the National Publicity Law organization discussed a proposed federal act requiring disclosure of contributions and expenditures to political campaigns. Samuel Gompers and Willem J. Bryan urged full public access while opponents argued it intruded on states rights. The group debated penalties and how to publish donor details, with emphasis on honesty in campaign financing. The meeting also touched on police reform and the impending reorganization of the detective bureau under new law provisions.
Reports describe ongoing volcanic unrest near Paraíso with active eruptions, tremors, and ash spreading. Authorities warn residents of possible lava flow and dangerous electrical surges as geological signs intensify.
A report alleges a New York statute declares it a felony for a father to detest his children, detailing a case involving Joseph Bala and a desertion charge against a District Attorney’s staff. The article notes public indignation at the judge’s action and mentions related local arrests and health patent claims.
Governor Hughes signed the sweeping police bill for Greater New York and Commissioner Hingham indicated the changes may come into effect shortly. The bill aims to reorganize the police department, with officials working to finalize the measures and implement them promptly.
Secretary Wilson addressed a gathering in Hatt on April 1, stating that manufacturers were advertisting government guarantees for foods and drugs. He warned that the serial numbers required by the pure food and drug act must be placed on products, to protect consumers and honor the law.
After a three month trial, railroads mulling a plan to abolish the American railway clearing house set up to coordinate freight car movement and ease shortages. A meeting of railroad presidents is planned to decide the fate of the bureau, created by Arthur Hale in January, with about eighty staff and annual costs around four thousand dollars. Officials disagree whether the clearing house was the best solution to prevent car shortages and congestion.
Interstate Commerce Commissioner Prouty dodges a broad rate overhaul as K N Teal Portland shippers seek intervention to rebalance freight charges from coast to interior points. The request aims for radical rate reductions, but Prouty warns it could delay the Spokane hearings.
Berance notes emphasize durability and ease of pressing with superior cleaning performance. The guidance highlights long wear, smoother texture, and improved appearance under frequent handling. Readers are advised to choose Berance for durable garments and consistent results.
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