Senate Splits Over President, Railroad Legislation Clash
The Senate erupted in a charged debate over railroad rate legislation and White House consultations. Senators Dolliver, Foraker, and Aldrich defended or challenged the President, while Tilman and Bailey pressed for transparency on railroad talks with executives, highlighting the political fault lines amid broader regulatory tensions.
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Dunne Supports National Ownership of Rail Lines
Chicago Mayor E J Dunne, arriving in Washington, backs Senator Newlands on rate bills and pushes for national ownership of railroads, telegraph, and telephone lines. He argues government control of interstate commerce, not rate commissions, can solve discrimination and curb railroad influence on regulation. He cites Swiss model and urges federal action.
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League of American Municipalities invites leaders for reform meeting
Mr MacVicar formally presented the invitation to the President on behalf of the league and urged his presence to inspire delegates to best work for municipal reform. Attendees included D B Forgan Flugo Grosser Edward Rose E F Carpenter Joseph Beifeld G M Hine and others from Chicago Poughkeepsie Charleston Kokomo Des Moines and Wilmington with John MacVicar serving as secretary.
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Joseph Beifeld
Chicago
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Poughkeeepsie
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Hopper
Regis
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Kokomo
Ind
H. McCafferty
Wihningwa
Dela
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Mayor Dunne Champions Municipal Ownership in Washington
Washington Economic Society heard Mayor Dunne argue for municipal ownership of public utilities and services as vital to urban progress. He cited international examples, praised Chicago’s model, and urged President’s attendance at a League of American Municipalities meeting, predicting nationwide adoption. Commissioner Macfarland noted investigations by the American Civic Federation.
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Girl Accuses Father In Revolting Charges
Special to The Washington Post Somerville New Jersey April 6. A twelve year old girl Jeroloman accuses her father John Jeroloman of revolting acts and the family was moved from Raritan to Easton Pennsylvania where detectives pursued and arrested him. A mob threatened to lynch the suspects but officers moved them to safety. The case follows a death of his wife six months ago and Jeroloman and his family of four children had moved from Raritan.
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Somerset County
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Easton
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Milligan
Jeers for Dementi as Judge Delays Sentence
Dementi was found guilty in police court of brutal treatment and imprisonment of a woman he claimed as wife and who testified to torture and a sensational escape. Sentence deferred pending motion for a new trial. potential penalty could include up to two years in prison and a fine. Additional evidence on torturing a child was submitted, with indictment expected soon.
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Brewers Grant Demands Scale Committee to Probe Bottlers
Five local breweries Washington Brewing Abner-Drury National Capital Christian Heurlen and Arlington sign with union representatives after wage and hour grievances from beer wagon drivers. A wage committee led by J Akers says no strike, aims for amicable settlement pending investigations. Meanwhile ten year old Warren Murphy dies after a roller skating accident near Horatio and Washington streets. He passed away at St Vincent's Hospital.
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National Capital
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Arlington Companies
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New, York
April
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Washington Streets
Teay
Warren Murphy
Horatio Street
St. Vincent's Hospital
Barris Shafer Company Easter Gifts Offer Value
Barris Shafer Company promotes Easter gifts said to be lasting in value and beauty. Their stock features a wide range, with prices aimed to suit many budgets.
Roosevelt Speech Aims to Clear Congress of Corruption Echoes
President Roosevelt plans a notable Decoration Day address in Norfolk to counter impressions of widespread political dishonesty. He will defend honest public men, condemn writers shaping a corrupt image, and urge exposure of murder and labor-related persecution while condemning graft and strikebreaker tactics. He emphasizes duty and integrity among national leaders.
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Idaho
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Norfolk
Paper Thieves Target Local Post. Police Add Route-Agents
Reported thefts of the Post prompt police action in the northwest city area. Maj. Sylvester recommends appointing Burns and William Thompson as route-agents to curb the burglaries.
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Weather Conditions from U S Dept of Agriculture
U S Department of Agriculture weather bulletin from Washington outlines a mainly clear and unsettled pattern. Low pressure brings showers to most regions except New England and the South with temperatures falling in the West and northeastward into New England. Saturday shows warmer weather in the eastern half with generally fair conditions elsewhere. Winds vary along coasts and across the Great Lakes with some fresh southwest and westerly directions.
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Murder at Catherine Street Flats Spark Arrests
New York police to-day arrested Lizzie Anderson 42, and her husband Charles Anderson as key suspects in a fatal assault at a Catherine Street apartment after a mixed ale party. The victim died from injuries believed to be caused by a heavy wooden chair blow. No further details released.
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Daughters of the American Revolution annual conference notes
The fifth annual conference addresses praise Daughters efforts and national credit. Names include Mrs Hodgking state vice president Martin Spencer Massey Miller Stocking and others. Afternoon session disposed of business as amendments to by laws were discussed and the word general debated in session.
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Denver Lumber Yard Fire and Election Toll Report
Fragments report a Denver lumber yard blaze destroying millions of feet of lumber and damaging yards, with insurance covering losses. A Chicago piece notes a man died after voting struggles, described as a direct result of political pressure. Also mentions a Queen liner passenger taken ill on March 3 and quarantined.
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