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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1912

Page

7

Campbell Triumph Ends Insurgent Fight for House Rules

Democratic aid pushes Philip T Campbell of Kansas to victory over Victor Murdock for the House rules chair. The insurgent bloc backed by Norris and Underwood were defeated 187 to 107 as Campbell replaces Madison and solidifies party control against insurgent attempts to seize nominating power.

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Senate designates Hacon to preside during Sherman absence

Senator Gallinger notes were filed on Tuesday asking the Senate to appoint Senator Hacon of Virginia to preside for three days in the absence of Vice President Sherman who will be away next week. The action follows the resignation of Senator Frye and a temporary vacancy in the Senate pro tempore role.

Gallinger Nottes Senai Sendler Si Sherman

Carnegie Defends Steel Policy and Sherman Law Role

Carnegie testifies on tariff views and trusts in the McKinley era, defending steel infancy arguments and reciprocity, while denying direct knowledge of railroad price pools and book values. Knox declines comment as questions link him to a 1901 attorney general appointment.

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Plea for Niagara Falls water power discussed in D C hearing

A request to pursue water power for Niagara Falls prompts an open hearing in Washington before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday. Representative Sailth of New York will push a bill seeking congressional option to implement treaty provisions with Canada on water power usage and related charges.

Niagara Washington Lanvars House Foreign Affaira Committee Tad Sumtaant New York Congress Anada

Denial of Peonage Probe in Colorado Sparks Brief Inquiry

An investigative committee reviewed alleged peonage practices in Colorado. The panel included Anes Bates of Titan Selo, A Chage of Fort Morgan, WA Heel of String, and Al Gibson of Longmont. Witnesses denied most charges as tensions rose between growers and others.

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Cure for Ailment Using Cuticura Soap and Ointment

A letter from Sept 10 1911 describes a woman’s suffering from a skin trouble after a pimple. She tried Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment, washed with hot water, and reported healing in about a week with thanks to the products.

Congress Court Washington, DC Cannes Tae Eplenet Akin

Cuticars Ointment Promoted By Mrs Thomas 1911 Notice

A 1911 advertisement by Mrs Thomas promotes Cuticars and related cosmetic items for facial care. It mentions products named Cuticars Bosp and Cuticure Ointment and includes notes on sales terms. The text references treatments for a baby’s face and various branded preparations of the era.

W.S Thomas

Lorimer Defies Tribune Over Senate Fight in Chicago

Senator Lorimer testified to the Senate Investigating committee about feuds with Chicago publishers led by H H Kohlsaat and Joseph Medill. He recalled resisting pressure to back Medill's Senate bid, recounting the Blaine convention split and bitter attacks on those wavering in support.

Lorimer Senate Chicago Publshers H. H Kaklgaat James J . Blaine Blaine Kohlsaat Blane Miyself Minnots Joseph Medill the Tribune Medill United States Senate Li Sant Torlmer Col M Davie Col Davis Medi Tribune

Gompers Urges Sherman Act Exemption for Labor

Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor told the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee that labor must be exempt from the Sherman Act. He cited a Roosevelt interview and urged amendments to state that labor organizations are unlawful only by explicit provisions. He warned against assurances that labor would be unaffected and pressed for clear immunity and status knowledge.

L. Head Senate Interstate Commerce Committee Wadna Gompers

Washington Train Wrecked Near Lime Lake

A broken rail in cold weather derailed three cars of the Washington Buffalo express on the Pennsylvania Railroad near Lime Lake. Twelve passengers were bruised or cut but none seriously hurt. Injured include Joseph Wells of Washington DC and crew members Frank Newell Frank Robinson and J H Moseman. The cars left the tracks and rolled into a ditch but were not badly wrecked.

Buffalo Washington-Buffalo Xpress Pennsylvania Railroad Lime Lake Here Joseph Wells K Street Washington DC Frank Newell Frank Robinson J H Moseman

District Appropriations Battle Over Public Works Costs

A detailed District budget proposal seeks 2000 for engineers to study water supply and Great Falls power viability. It trims park projects and staff, reduces police and building expenses, and calculates total district revenue and net balance for 1912 with much of the cost offset by water revenues and federal advances.

Congress Washington Great Falls Central High School House Senate Tapercurosis Hospital Water Department Takoma Publibiary New Truck Company Tennallytown Court of Appeals Lawmdryman Chy Tuberculosis Hospital United States Treasury

Senator Borah Sees Direct Vote Resolution Alive in Senate

Senator Borah of Idaho said in the Senate that the resolution for direct popular election of U S senators is not dead. He indicated it could be carried forward in a form that would let the people vote on the subject of popular elections.

Borah United States Idaho Senate Dir

Corking Good Story P The Ue os can sue vs a coraing Znod

Journalist Jana Hongti discusses a Monthly New York Cotton Exchange section. The feature highlights gambling, the cotton market, and a forthcoming tale by a versatile author. It notes the author’s engagement with world market dynamics and a dramatic speech in the Senate context.

Jeff Tavis Arkansas Jana Hongti New York Cotton Exchange Senate Charlea Sarka

Lodge amendment sparks Senate clash over arbitration treaties

Democratic critics oppose Senator Lodge five amendment to the ratification resolution claiming it erodes Senate prerogatives by modifying how commissions and special agreements are approved. Senator Rayner and Williams back the approach, while Secretary Knox seeks his view as debates continue next week.

Senatora Rayner Williams Knox Kaplans Lodge Great Britain France Foreign Relations Committee Mr Lodge Senate Rayner Layner Joint High Commission of Inquiry Artete HT Hoov

Representative Worrs Pushes Civil Service for Postal Posts

Representative Worrs of Neheasha told a House civil service reform committee that his bill would place all Assistant Postmasters General and first to third class postmasters under civil service. He renewed the charge that the postal system is a large political machine and claimed the reform would save about 3800 000 dollars annually in administration by making postal service a life study and profession.

Worrs Neheasha House Committee On Civil Service Civil Service

Flat wheel ties up road traffic at rail line

A flat wheel on a passenger coach derailed service on the Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad between Lere and Milbank. Trains are halted as railway workers race to repair the damage and restore movement amid delays.

Apedal Washington Aberdeen, & Dak Jan UU Chicago Miwagker and Bt Paul Lere Milbanke

Household science to ease daily chores and modernize home life

An essay argues that electric appliances and scientific kitchen methods will transform housework from drudgery to a delightful occupation. It notes electric dishwashers vacuum cleaners and improved cleaning chemistry can save time and money, while warning about rust stains from alkaline soaps and chicory in coffee as practical tips for improving domestic efficiency.

Anna Tudor School of Domestic Science New York College Aing

Cough Remedy Ad Claims Strength and Vitality

An advertisement touts Oromulsion as a cure for coughs and general disturbance. It promises blood and flesh vitality, germ resistance, and states Osomulsion strengthens the weak spots. Readers are offered free samples by mailing address to Ozomulsion in New York City.

INFIY Graban Dorke Stade Ogee Daring Osaké Sar Goluehla Jauzarr Lynenbure Val Kane

Revolt Near in Ecuador Steamer From Panama Carrys Bonilla

Steamship Chite sailed from Panama to Guayaquil Tuesday with Gen Bonilla a leading Ecuador revolutionary and ammunition aboard. The ship paused at Manta on the coast before continuing, carrying gadgpene and other supplies for rebels.

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Nat Goodwin Alimony Settlement Details Noted

Nat Goodwin paid 1500 to New York attorney Mina Godrich as part of a 3000 settlement with his ex wife Elina Goodrich. He still owes 3000 with final payments due April 16, plus 800 for the trustee and 2000 mortgage on an apartment house.

San Francisco Jan Nat Goodwin Mae Elina Goodrich Goodwin Mina Godrich New York J. BH Dadies Los Angeles Nathaniel Carl Goodwin

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