Hepburn Plan Aims Tax Prohibition of Stock and Cotton Futures
Col Hepburn chairman of the House Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee leads a push to tax and prohibit stock margin trading and cotton futures. The measure would apply a prohibitive tax using taxing power to curb gambling in securities and cotton futures, aiming to prevent panics and protect banks and currency.
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House Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce
EIU
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Bpain
House
Stepburn
Cal Wreas
Wall Street
Hey
New York
Jeaniniace Shanneis
Murphy Disavows Hagan At Democratic Row
Newtonso. 27 Charles Fwurhy leader of Tusmany Hall declared to elas Heel Jamey J Hagan Vad to multiprity to Plege Tusamany Mall 5 support to Wali am J Bryan for the Democratic nomination for President if he did at the Brs to nner. Washington last night. Mr Worthy 3 attention was called to Mr Hagens scien Se ale Mayan app for Hsgan not for Tam mary Hill Stone is authorized to pledge the Tammany delegation. It Me ¢ Bryants Gimmines et the Democrate parts foe President. Tammany wall sup port this with loyalty but we are not pledging ourselves to any candidate. Mr Murphs 5 attention was also called te He accuration of Late Chairman W F Conn 5 favor of Lieut Gen Lewis Stiyg sant Chaser for Presidential nomi. Mr nanler is a strong and popular young man and Mr Murph. He addin tery y Gy eatle te 2 cide wiethsr j¢ to New vine State detewision to tie Een rut ilional convention sould bel Instrt dot Wt
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Charles Fwurphy
Tusmany Hall
Elas
Jamey J Hagan
Tusamany Mall
Waliam J Bryan
Washington
Worthy
Hagens Scien
the Democrate
Tammany Wall
Murphs
Algo Calla
Gev Lewis
Sant Chaser
Nanler
Murph
New Vine
Democrats push for representation increase in House
Democratic leader Williams of Mississippi told Speaker Lawton a conference on minority representation in House committees. He said Democrats would list a response upon increased representation, noting Democrats are about 43 percent of Congress this year, while their stake would rise to around 2 percent more of total membership. The GOP counters that Republicans remain undisputed. another vote is scheduled for the sub deck.
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Aliwissippihe
Democratic
House of
Watrous Wins Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor Race
Ralph C Watrous of Warwick, a Republican, secured the lieutenant governor position in Rhode Island by a narrow plurality. The Democratic nominee, Ami count, trailed after a late tally, while other returns favored Warrous by a small margin.
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Rhode Island
Ralph C Watrous
Warwick
Yu Phirallty
Hoslason
Warrous
Canhon’s Friends Victors In State Legislature Vote
The Oglesby direct primary bill to alter Winn delegates selection for national conventions was killed last night by the lower house. Opponents claim the bill was political maneuvering to aid Speaker Cannon’s bid for the Republican nomination.
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Winns
Springfield
Cannon Ge
United States
Crawford Declares Senate Candidacy in South Dakota
Governor Crawford of South Dakota announced his bid for the United States Senate to succeed Senator Kittredge. The move comes amid attacks from supporters of the former ally, with Sioux Falls noted as the state capital context.
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South Dakota
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Crawford
Sous Dakota
Tin
United States
Senator Kittredge
Kittredge
Pornions
Seek Work on Isthmus Aims at 30 Per Cent Permanent Staff
Dispatch from Panama Canal Commission chief engineer Goethals reports 200 daily applications for Isthmus work, up about 33 percent in a month. Officials expect 30 percent to be permanent, aided by higher wages and better living conditions on the Isthmus. The commission discourages unappointed applicants and notes 20 increase contemplated for AIS positions.
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Aled
Goethals
Panama
United States
Cabinet hesitates on injunction to warn southern officeholders
President's cabinet was instructed to send warnings to Southern officeholders about refraining from aiding a third-term bid. Secretary Tolorthy and Meser are named as unlikely to disobey but no letters have been sent. Officials cite secrecy and ambiguous directives as reasons for the delay.
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Gates
Meser
Treasury
Ani
Praidank
Lot Permitte
Oiter
Treasury Department
PuatoMlee
Federal Court Enjoins Alabama Railroad Regulation
The United States Court forbids enforcement of recent Alabama rate laws. Central Trust Company of New York and allied rail interests seek to block the new rates, arguing they would harm profitability and violate due process. Judge Theman issued a restraining order pending further adjustment, with contempt penalties of up to five years for violators.
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Theman
Central Trust Company
Longest Route Across Continent Scrapped for Time
Alberto Gutierrez Beliview, minister to Brazil, explained that traveling from Brazil to Bolivia by land is impractical due to mountains. He arrived in New York after departing Rio de Janeiro, then will head to Coloncaras via Panama, completing a long sea and rail journey to reach his country’s capital.
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York
Brazil
Bolivia
Alberto Gutierrez Beliview
Ria Kane
Rio Janeiro
Rio
Europe
New York
Colonceras
Panama
Jong Railway Uy
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Chicago to Tax Wheels and City Vehicle Fees
Chicago moves toward a wheel tax once Governor sign de neen signs the bill. The levy, capped at 500000 annually, funds street repairs and applies to all wheeled vehicles on city streets except baby carriages, with autos taxed hardest by value and type.
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Chicago
Rival Currency Bill Faces House Chase for Control
Aldrich and Speaker Cannon maneuver to push a currency bill through the House via the Rules Committee. Charles Fowler, head of Banking and Currency, may be sidelined to allow rapid action before Christmas. Senate Finance plans to introduce a currency bill early in the week and seek executive approval with Speaker and key House leaders’ backing.
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House Committee On Banking and Currency
Thadease
Committee On Banking and Currency
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Tts
Snare
Senate
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Hulea
Yowter
Banking and Currency
Army orders on Oklahoma statehood funds and recruiting shifts
Amid push for immediate 500000 dollars to Oklahoma for boot and Indian Territory indemnity, Senators Gwen and Gore met with the President and Treasury officials. The plan would avert financial strain by transferring funds within two weeks to support statehood efforts and bolster recruiting assignments across multiple units and depots.
Aid Distressed Vessels Directed by the President
By direction of the President the escort ships Woodbury Gresham Dextat Molen Onondaga Apache and eel nole have been sent to Savannah Georgia to aid vessels in distress during a crisis in the Amazon area. The action aims to support vessels in danger and protect maritime safety.
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Savannah Ga
Amazon
Simple Home Remedy For Rheumatism From Historic Notice
A fragmented sanatorium style notice describes rheumatism as a blood toxin issue and promotes a homemade remedy. It cites Admiral Deyton and port visits, mentions kidneys and joint pain, and prescribes a mix of Dandelion, Kangon, Barsapurtta syrup, and spirits to be taken before bed for relief.
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Fleet to sail December 16 from Hampton Roads
Reports say the battleship fleet will depart Hampton Roads on December 16 under President Roosevelt and Admiral Evans. Several ships including Minnesota Kentucky and Virginia require dock work and overhaul before the long Pacific voyage.
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White House
Texas Out of Commission Ship Yexan Restored To Norfolk Yard
The Yexan first armor clad vessel of the motor navy was ordered out of commission at the Norfolk Navy Yard. For over two years the Tazas lay in reserve and at anchor in Hampton Roads at the opening of the Temestown Exporition. The Teas career in the navy has been troubled since launching. It barely escaped collision with the Brooklyn during Cervera’s fleet sortie from Havana Harbor. Sail decisions for the vessel remain unsettled. Several states want it for naval militia but size blocks assignment.
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Lumber firms sue railways over freight rate hike
Forty one lumber companies in Oregon Washington and Idaho file complaints with the Interstate Commerce Commission against twenty railroads including Northern Pacific Great Northern Union Pacific Burlington Southern Pacific Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Oregon Short Line. They allege combined freight increases from 3 to 30 pounds are unreasonably high and unjustified.
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Licorice Makers Appeal Cornering Trade Case
The MacAndrews & Forbes Company and the J. B. Young Company appealed to the U S Supreme Court after being fined 8000 dollars by the U S Circuit Court for the Southern district of New York. The firms, which produce about 35 percent of the tobacco wrappers used by manufacturers, were charged with violating the Sherman and Trust Laws to suppress competition in the licorice trade for cigars and tobacco products.
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Tobacco Rivalry Denial From Amerian Tobacco Chief
New York November 21 The vice president of the American Tobacco Company testifies in the United States anti trust case against the United Cigar Stores Company. He denies direct ownership but confirms unusually close relations and that his firm has been shipping goods to the United Cigar Stores Company. Discounts of seven to ten percent are noted, higher than the usual two percent.
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PC Hill
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Antique Beauty Mixture for Youthful Skin Revealed
A damaged ad style note describes a home cosmetic mixture using one ounce cologne, four ounces cordial or spirit, rose water and other liquids. It claims a daily massage will brighten skin and restore a rosy tint, with enough formula for two months and need for airtight storage.
Americans Free From Death Penalty in Mexican Murder Case
Acting Governor of Chihuahua, Mexico, receives a commutation request from the Mexican ambassador for three Americans sentenced to death for murder. The plea to reduce the sentence to twenty years is based on appeals reaching Washington. The execution, slated for next month, is thus stayed, with Mexican authorities and ambassadoral influence cited as decisive.
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American Held as Slayer From Chinese Gun Boat Incident
An American, Deminil, arrested by Chinese authorities in Shanghai after allegedly shooting a Chinese at Batong near the Tibetan border. He was intercepted for lacking a passport, dumped overboard, swam ashore, and is being sent to Shanghai for trial in the American consular court.
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Will of late Charles H Deen Leaves Grandsons Large Estate
The will distributes about 30 million in property to grandsons Charles Deere Wiman and Dwight K Wiman. They receive the first 25 percent at age forty, with the remainder at a later date. Income from portions of the estate is designated for the widow Mire William Butterworth and distant relatives, with provisions for other family members.
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Standard Oil Victory In Weights Case Sealed Cans Accepted
The Standard Oil Company won a long contested case in Indianapolis today. The Superior Court ruled that their cans used for wagons are containers and not measures, so not every can must be inspected and sealed by weights and measures officials. The city had demanded inspections and had arrested drivers and a local manager previously.
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Standard Oil Company
Pettibone Murder Trial Jurors Questioned
Jurors questioned for George A. Pettibone case as Western Federation of Miners figure under scrutiny. Judge Woodtoned to curb challenges, with 29 to 60 special jurors to be sworn, aiming for a swift trial against former Gov Brennenberg’s alleged killer.
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Toland Waterways Commission Plans Improved Rivers
The Toland Waterways Commission meets this week to consider a plan for developing waterways including the Mississippi and other rivers. It aims to restore navigation, reduce transportation costs, and assess rail and water rates and port conditions. A preliminary report to the President will outline the plan and support with statistics.
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Time ripe for Federal aid in drainage says Interior head
Jaren R. Gar rata, Secretary of the Interior, told the National Drainage Association in Washington that the nation must act now on drainage. He urged federal cooperation without undermining state or private efforts and warned against wasting natural resources. A May Washington meeting was planned to push congress toward drainage laws and funding.
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Exclusionist Legislation Delayed Pending Emigration Rules
Reports indicate President approval will await testing of new emigration rules before any legislation is attempted. State Department advices suggest Japanese government cooperates with U.S. aims, influencing timely policy action.
President Invited to Speak at Appomattox Day Banquet
Hamilton Club of Chicago invites President Roosevelt to speak at the Appomattox Day banquet on April 9. Invitation extended by club president Thomas P. Knight and officials Maun Louden and Alexander H. Revell, with the request for address. the President questions attendance feasibility.
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Congressional Committees to Establish Literary Bureau Here
Representative Loudenelager of New Jersey announces the Republican Congressional Committee will permanently establish a literary bureau in Washington on December 1. Quarters for the bureau in charge of Francis Curtis have been entered in the Metropolitan Bank Building.
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Retired Farmer Dies in 40 Foot Barn Embankment Fall
Special to The Washington Somarvile MI reports Dennis D Nevins a retired farmer died in a strange accident at his town residence. While dumping ashes from a bin near a 40 foot embankment door of a barn he staggered and fell through the door over the ledge plunging to a rock bed below and dying instantly.
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Navy Bureau Issues Uniform A Instruction For Reception Tomorrow
Secretary Metcalf issues order requiring officers of the navy and Marine Camps attending the White House reception to wear Uniform A. The directive, issued yesterday, applies to Naval Officers and designated staff, detailing dress standards for the event.
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Norfolk and Washington D CB H Co Bond Notice 1907
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