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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1908

Page

21

Strau s Urges Impartial Interests for Unified Commerce

Secretary Straus urges delegates from major merchant bodies to unite diverse commercial interests for a strong national council. He warns government officials lack enlightenment without broad industry input and emphasizes education, information, and collaboration with lawmakers to advance U.S. commerce. Leaders elected include Schwab, Lohmert, Borg, Teague, and Cuwre. reception follows at the president’s residence.

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Lilley campaign fund paying voters drinks accusation emerges

A political controversy centers on Representative Lilley accused of spending funds during the campaign to provide voters with drinks. The allegation claims payments totaling around $400 as part of an effort to influence support in Waterbury and other areas. Lilley denies wrongdoing and the matter proceeds through inquiry.

Hardin Camp Elects Officers In orderly Spanish War Veterans meeting

At the Hardin Camp 1st letter veterans meeting held Wednesday 20 members attended and elected Capt C V Sora fosen as commander with Capt C Sayers senior vice commander WR Anderson junior commander Jane Sergeant marshal Alexander the McKelvey chaplain Joul Rollman sergeant and G Hammerly trustee. Installation set for January 2 with one theater party planned at Columbia Theater.

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Woman Robbed in Store In Highlands Neighborhood

Mrs Tredenck Wesson reported to police that she was robbed of a mixer cart case containing a $5 bit two 1/2 cent pieces and five car tickets. She entered a department store with a friend and discovered her bag on the first floor had been opened and the card case vanished. She notified the police immediately.

Tredenck Wesson The Highlands

Voiges Amity of Panama Charles A. James Dies

Charles A. James, longtime president and financier, dies at his Massachusetts Avenue home after a long illness. A prominent figure in banking and insurance, he shaped U.S. financial relations and led major institutions including the National Bank and National Motel Company. Funeral plans await arrangements. a large slate of pallbearers and honorary bearers will participate.

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TWO ADMIRALS TO RETIRE

Announcement was made yesterday of the retirement of Rear Admiral J I Pilshaty chief of the bureau of navigation. He will remain in charge of the inspection force until the end of the present administration. Admiral Pilistury relinquished command of the first division of the Atlantic fleet at Hong Kong and will retire December 7.

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Rheumatism Linked to Stomach Digestion Claims

A group of physicians argues rheumatism stems from poor digestion rather than kidney issues. They credit dyspepsia with producing improperly digested proteids that pollute the blood, while properly digested proteids strengthen the body. They advocate Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy, selling 60c per box and offering mail delivery from Marshall, Michigan.

Fennot Co Stuart Marshall, Mich

Died Rather Than Shoot in Church Conflict

In a tense daily war between religious factions at Mulline a man dies after refusing to shoot Mrs Sharp during an attack at St Joseph’s Hospital. Michael Muslane a peddler also dies of wounds. Bertin Heights resident Olin Dee and others flee amid threats from holy rollers following Kansas City related trouble.

Louis Pratt Soyer Michael Muslane Mulline Slarp Ealie Bertin Heights Tacob Hoppinger Lir JC Dechen Buffaloy Kansas City Holy Rollers

Foot and mouth disease origin traced to imports

Secretary Wilson told the House the outbreak in several states likely came from imported biological products or goods of immigrant origin. He urged a 599000 emergency appropriation for the agriculture department to combat the disease, noting the near Detroit source and hopes for eradication with state and federal help.

Wilson House Department of Agriculture Detroit United States

Urgent Call for High Pressure Mains for Washington

Washington business leaders press Congress for a high pressure water main system to protect downtown and the entire city from conflagration. Fire officials warn current protection is woefully inadequate and insurers fear policy cancellations unless a safety upgrade is funded and installed soon.

Washington Congress Smith House District Committee Chad Eclt Macfarland W H Moses

Labor boycott case boosts AFL opposition in injunction fight

In a District Court of Appeals argument, AFL officials led by former presidential candidate Alton Parker defended against a Buck Stove and Range Co injunction. They contended the restraining order violates labor rights and bans casting doubt on employer hiring, while opposing counsel argued the federation’s actions were unlawful. The judge signaled no clear ruling yet, noting longstanding injunctive limits in early labor disputes.

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Hopper Sings to Cripples at Children’s Hospital Ward

Special to the Washington Post New York reports DeWolt Hopper and his Pied Piper company gave a matinee at St Marys Free Hospital for Children. Many patients had not seen such a show before but warmed to the comedian. The eight child performers joined in Nursery rhymes as the audience laughed and clapped. Four year old John Arthur McIntire praised it as a fine show compared to a parade.

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