Bitter Democrats Silent as Senate Debates Tariff Adjournment
The article reports Democratic leaders dodging questions amid President and party tensions over an amendment to aid Southern states, with Republicans pressing for tariff relief linked to war demands. It notes calls for adjournment and a tax measure seen as necessary to fund campaigns and government operations, while some senators push for reductions in spending and salaries.
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Burton Rerahk
Michigan
Senator Bankhead Backs Bond Plan to Buy Cotton Crop
Senator William Bankhead argues Southern states should issue bonds to buy half the year's cotton within each state, Alabama leading a special session proposal. He envisions using state bonds, repaid by a tax on cotton, to create a ready market, stabilize prices, and spur prosperity. He stresses self reliance, warns against waiting for federal action, and cites wartime demand and export trends to justify a statewide bond program.
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East River Bill Favored Amid Secretive Motion
A fragmented report suggests measures in New York favoring river improvements and harbor funding. Key players and dates are unclear due to OCR errors, but the outline mentions a legislative committee and interest in river and harbor projects.
Coal Lands Bill Faces Senate Action Amid Debate
Amid tense Senate debate a coal lands bill advances with projected support from several factions. Proponents urge expedited review while opponents raise concerns over leases and environmental safeguards.
Coffee and Health Risks From Caffeine Intake
Fragmented passage cites warnings about coffee causing stomach trouble and aging. It mentions various effects on nerves and digestion, and notes considerations for invalids and patients in hospitals. The text reads as a sensational health rant with scattered claims about coffee replacement by a "pure food-drink" and broader social influence.
Landis Sued for 25000 Over Damages Claim Against Judge
Landis sues Judge Snevesaw Moe Landis for damages of 25000 alleging contempt and perjury related to a bankruptcy case. The filing on a Saturday cites impairment of health and loss of position from stay in jail, marking a historic suit against a federal judge.
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Snevesaw Moe Landis
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United States
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Tad
Law suit over license transfer dispute in Columbus
Attorney Joseph Sheehy was paid ten dollars for services in a license transfer case involving Dennis Wotarths to 420 New York Avenue. Yuerney Wallis in Columbus sued in the District Supreme Court for half the fee, filing an answer denying obligation under the alleged agreement.
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Dennis Wotarths
Be Fourteenth
Csut
New York Avenue
District Supreme Court
Yuerney Wallis
Columbus
Ait
Columbus i
Cotton relief battle foreshadowed by Treasury notes plan
Texas representative Robert Henry presses Secretary McAdoo to issue Treasury notes or Panama Canal bonds to finance loans to cotton growers through banks. He cites past direct loans to Tennessee and flood relief in Ohio, arguing the government has right to set terms for public funds and to use money to avert a southern crop crisis.
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Robert [. Henri
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Panama Canal
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Alexander Hipping Oil
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Tennessee
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Mio Tlenr
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Cotton currency fight shapes as Southern lawmakers aim for quick vote
Senators and representatives from cotton states push to force a vote on a war tax amendment and a cotton currency plan. Discussions at Senator Howe Smith's home covered curtailing 100 million in 1948 fiscal appropriations and selling Panama Canal bonds for cotton relief. Texas lawmakers seek speedy action on a currency bill and related bank and Federal Reserve reforms, with a broad omnibus package to be debated and voted in one hour segments.
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Georgia
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House
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New York Voters Weigh Constitutional Convention Delegates
New York voters on November 3 will elect 168 delegates to a constitutional convention to be held in April 1915. The delegates, chosen by 160000 plus electors, will have power to revise or overhaul the state constitution. Each delegate will be paid 315 in salary.
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Felow
Oliver Ford Dead Veteran Railroad Official Dies in Chicago
Oliver S Ford, veteran railroad executive and vice president of the Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railroad, died in Chicago after a ten week illness. Born in Maine and long employed by the Chicago and Eastern Illinois Lines, he credited his longevity to temperate habits and remained active in duties until health declined.
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Chicago
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German Life in Town and Country reviewed by Ridder
The letter from Helly Wolikska presents Herman Ridder’s review of William Harbutt Dawson’s German Life in Town and Country. It praises the English author for portraying Germany beyond Prussia and for offering a clear, sympathetic view of German life and institutions.
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Allies May Soon Carry Vital Point in Center
New York report from Courrier des Etatsburg analyzes battles on the western front. It notes a lull in the center while fighting intensifies on the wings and along the Belgian frontier. The dispatch forecasts decisive action near Verdun or southeast of it, with potential German retreat and strained communications if the Allies pierce the lines.
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Philippine Bill Hurries Through House Amid Debate
A heated House debate on the Philippine Islands government bill narrowed to quick action with leaders optimistic a vote could come today. Republicans pushed amendments to many sections, but none was adopted while Woman suffrage changes were rejected on points of order. A mail cable from Manila quoted by Manuel Quezon noted 34,000 Filipinos from varied backgrounds marched to Malacanang Palace to celebrate Governor General Harrison's first anniversary, with a resolution urging the President to retain him in office.
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Brian
Washington
Toll by pickpockets Alleged in Chicago tribute to bondmen and lawyers
Testimony before the city crime commission describes an estimated annual tribute of forty thousand dollars paid by pickpockets to bondmen and lawyers in Chicago. Police captain John Valpin testified that about 200 known pickpockets are arrested each year, with most discharged when brought to court. Lieutenant Patrick McWeeny added that each pickpocket paid roughly two hundred dollars to secure release on bond.
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Cornell Crime Commission
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Post Office Truck Contract Ordered For Senate Review
A Senate inquiry received a report on six motor trucks bought by the Post Office Department. The document says the contract was awarded on the postmaster of Washingtons advice to a firm whose trucks had been tested by the department and found satisfactory.
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Washington
Rail magnate and Speaker Clark ally seek peace policy action
A political draft discusses Andrew Carnegie as a major donor to a Pew relief fund and aligns his support with Speaker Clark’s peace policy. It notes Mr Carnegie’s long friendship with Clark and hints at campaign disclosure limits, urging that national committees’ contributions be kept private.
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POMEBRENE TEACHERS BILL INTRODUCED IN SENATE
In the Senate yesterday Mr Pomerena introduced his bill to create a retirement fund for district of Columbia public school teachers. The fund would be financed by a 1 percent assessment on installments and an annual appropriation of a portion of the total appropriation for salaries tuition and nonresident pupils. Teachers with 20 years of service may retire under board regulations, and those with 40 years or more must retire except when the board deems continued service necessary. Retired teachers would receive annual payments of 30 dollars for 20 years of service, and 40 dollars for 25 years in the District. The term teachers includes superintendents supervisors directors principals and librarians.
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Board of Education
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