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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1914

Page

7

No Advances in East as Rates Stay Unchanged Across Regions

The Interstate Commerce Commission approves no general freight rate increases for the East and announces limited concessions. A partial advance on some commodities in Central Territory is allowed, affecting coal coke and ore, with broad impacts on rail traffic and stock market expectations.

Commission Hudson Genel Hudson River Har Central Assoston Tory Tetwen Fuftaly Pittsburgh Tenko St Toula

Grand Trunk and central freight territory rate increases

The article discusses rate increases applying to focal freight hauls in the central territory, with emphasis on relief where needed. It notes commissioners deny releasing advance information and report no amendments have been agreed since Saturday that would change revenue increases, public warnings, or management accountability.

Grand ‘Trunk

Grain Inspection Bill Seeks Licenses for Employed Persons

A modified grain inspection bill would authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to issue licenses to individuals already employed in handling grain. It proposes standards for quality and condition, permits interstate shipment only after inspection, and provides for appeals to the Agriculture Secretary. Violations carry fines from 200 to 1000 dollars. initial funding is 376,000 dollars. Senator McCumber led persistent opposition to passage. House action expected this session.

Tm Hous Secretary of Agriicultura Puch Bil Secretary of Agriculture Laspaotor Pont of Senate McCumber North Dakota House

Republican State convention date set for Kalamazoo

The Republican State central committee met today in Detroit and decided to hold the party’s full State convention in Kalamazoo on September. The Democratic and Progressive state conventions will take place on the same date in Detroit for Democrats and Bay City for Progressives.

Detroit Republican State Central Committee Kalamazoo Bay City

Federal bonds for highway aid plan debated in Senate

Senate committee favors a substitute highway bill proposing a 0 year 3 per cent federal bond issue of 100 million dollars for five years. States could issue 4 per cent bonds in exchange and a sinking fund would retire debt. A United States highway commission would oversee fund use, with federal and state roles limited by constitutional prohibitions. Opposition warned of broader public expenditure risks, but backers say federal cost is small and states bear the burden.

Asus Senate Exyan Shackleford United States United States Highway Commisnion Secretary of the ‘Treasury Friends of the Congress

Mrs Bird Swallows Carbolic Acid at Georgetown Hospital

Mrs Beulah V Bird, 28, was taken from 3448 Prospect Avenue Northwest to Georgetown University Hospital suffering carbolic acid burns in her mouth and throat after a fit of despondency. She is reported in a serious condition. police say the act was intentional.

Caillaux to Seek Divorce After Noted Trial Opens

Paris reports that Genevieve Caillaux, wife of the former minister of finance, announced plans to seek divorce after her trial for the killing of Gaston Caillaux opens July 16. She says separation would show love by not hindering his political career as the trial begins this week.

Paris Gaston Mette The Figaro Mime Caillaux Finance

Textile tariffs spark blame on administration in Kennington district

Special dispatch reports John W Snowden of Stead and Miller and William G Hamilton of Hamilton & Bone carpet mills fault tariff policy and administration for downturns in the Kennington textile industry. Snowden calls the president splendidly academic while Hamilton cites a general business malaise and fear of worsening conditions as imports and tariffs bite into production.

Washington Post Philadelphia Kennington Washington John W Snowden Stead & Miller Company Willam G Hamilton Gra John Hamilton Bone Carpet Mills Hamilton

Narrow Margin of Safety on Calvert Street Bridge

Letter from Washington dated July 3 1314 argues Calvert Street bridge is unsafe for 30 ton heavy cars and 31 ton trusses under vibration. Calls to exclude heavy cars. notes crowded sidewalks and potential derailment. rider suggests surface tracks for heavy traffic.

Calvert Street Bridge Hall Post Calvert] Street Traction Company Ty Gordon Washington

Caillaux Plea Shocks Court In Calmette Shooting

In a dramatic session, Mme Henriette Caillaux faced the court detailing her motives and emotions after the Calmette shooting. She described fear of the press campaign and her resolve to defend her husband’s honor, insisting she did not intend to kill, only to teach Calmette a lesson. The trial unfolded amid tense public interest and security measures.

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