Steel inquiry drags on as subpoenas loom
An extended steel industry inquiry drags on for possibly two months to a year as the investigating committee blames corporation officials for delays and threatens subpoenas for records. Representative Levy speaks of relief measures while noting 25,000 Mexicans have lost work amid the turmoil. The hearing involves debate on further funding and potential action to compel cooperation from steel interests, with emphasis on accountability and possible new controls.
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Harmon Denies Old Story in Court Testimony
A garbled court statement recounts Harmon denying an earlier tale about a friend and a girl. The transcript mentions a residence, a writer, and a claim that many left home before a certain event. One daughter remains at issue while a father and others discuss responsibility and faults.
Taft Answers House on Free Imports Under Canadian Pact
President Taft sent a message to Congress stating the United States will refuse to admit wood pulp and paper free from nations other than Canada until courts decide the issues raised by European countries under favored nation clauses. Secretaries Knox and MacVeagh provided information on which countries are pressing claims and on import volumes since last fall’s tariff act. The President directs Treasury policy remain in effect pending legal tribunals’ consideration of the questions.
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Canada
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Bryan and the Fat Woman Nomination Speech Incident
An account from a Washington banquet recounts Story’s remarks on Bryan and the fat woman issue. Jackson Day banquet attendees reported laughter from soldiers as Boyan referenced the nomination. A woman claimed she had to move to let him off a bus and he offered help. The scene showed tension over gender and public conduct during political events.
Chauffeur Held For Murder After Fatal Collision
A chauffeur named Morrison was found guilty of murder in a strapline verdict after ten witnesses testified he struck Mrs Charles C McChord wife of the Interstate Commerce commissioner in a city street incident. Mrs Ina Lennell died days later from injuries. Several bystanders described his refusal to exit the car as they attempted to free McChord, who was dragged under the vehicle’s running gear.
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Charles C Mchor
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Hanreautt
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de Na Weur
Mra McChord
Death of Emanuel Wiley Veteran and Former Assistant Tool Reaper
Emanuel Wiley, a 94 year old veteran and former assistant tool Reaper of the House of Representatives in Washington, died after a stroke paralysis. He passed away Wednesday at the home of a relative, following a period of illness.
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Lemanuel Wily
House of Representates
Fiery Tomb Escape Recounts Rescue From Debris
Firemen crawl through twisted bars and collapsing roof to reach Mr Giblin as heavy wreckage traps Fire Chief Sheehan and the porter. Rescue workers use block and tackle and sawed bars to widen a passage and pull survivors free amid intense flames.
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Filipinos for Taft Delegates Expected at National Convention
Filipino delegates to the Republican national convention are expected to be instructed for President Taft. Indications point to a taftward majority, with men from across the islands participating in the process. The Washington Post reports strong momentum for Taft among these delegates.
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Lorimer Denies Buying His Seat Before Senate Panel
Senator William Lorimer testifies under oath before the investigating committee. He denies paying or receiving anything of value for his election and accuses Governor Deneen of political intrigue that helped defeat Hopkins. The testimony covers prior funding, campaign expenses, and Deneen’s alleged suggestions to run.
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Army Woman's Finery Held By Customs Officers
Customs officers seize silkeating and other finery belonging to Mrs Cornman wife of Col Danial Corman Mandel of the seventh infantry. Mrs Cornman arrived with the colonel from Nagasaki on a transport voyage to Fort Leavenworth. The officer says he did not know any dutiable articles were to his wife's trunks. Ocean steamers arrivals and sailings listed from Antwerp Copenhagen New York for various lines.
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Rm Mandel
Seventh Infantry
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Conserve nerve force through automatic daily routines
A midcentury-like discourse urges capitalizing nervous energy by making useful actions automatic. It cites James’s view that education should turn the nervous system into an ally, advocating planning efficient routines, eliminating wasted motions, and building habits to reduce mental strain and increase productivity.
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James
Country Store Post
Five Carlile Children Die in Motley Home Fire
Five children of Irwin Carlile perished in a Motley house fire near Brainerd Minnesota early today while Carlile was seriously injured. The victims were Myrtle aged 13 Milde 1 Pansy Ida and Begsle 2 Mis Carlale and a twin daughter Pearl 18 were saved.
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Three Births Within Three Days Shocks Cheyenne
Mrs Herman Carlson reportedly gave birth three times in three days in Cheyenne. A child arrived Sunday morning, another on Monday morning, and a third this morning. The wife of Senator Warrens coachman is cited as the mother in this unusual sequence.
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Warrens
Fire Devastates Skyscraper As Fireproofing Question Rises
A major blaze leveled a Manhattan skyscraper, killing six. Fire officials cited poor fireproof construction, wind driven ice, and granite debris as hazards. The storm of damage halted banking operations and disrupted stock transfers while rescue crews searched for Chief Walsh.
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Day Formerly of Washington Delays Event Dates
The event previously postponed for an official from Washington now named Mr Jordan will be held on January 11 and January 17, as first announced.
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