Washington Letter on tariff fight and Senate impeachment
Washington letter reports intense House hearings on a tariff bill limiting Dingley duties on Philippine imports while rail and sugar interests resist. It notes political maneuvering by Elkins Grosvenor and others, feared “strangling in committee,” and previews likely Senate stance on impeachment of Judge Swayne and the Statehood bill’s fate amidst party divisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ways and Means Committee
Secretary of War
Philippines
Archapelago
Taft
Sugar Trust
Dalgel
Grosvenor
Payne
Standard Oil Company
Congraes
Swayne
Florida
Senate
Belknap
House
Cannon
Close Call and Revival Sparked by Electric Bitters
Burlington locomotive fireman C W Bellamy recalls a near fatal collapse from exhaustion before discovering Electric Bitters. He credits the tonic with restoring strength and appetite, noting renewed energy and improved health after use. The testimony emphasizes strong life regain for weak, run down people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Bellamy
Burlington Iown
Price Soc
De Witt's Little Early Risers Public Endorsement
An endorsement praises De Witt's Little Early Risers for liver troubles and constipation. Bob Moore of Lafayette Indiana testifies the pills are mild, pleasant, and effective, avoiding stomach upset unlike other remedies. The ad notes travelers use them and lists M. B. Blackburn as seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de- Witt
Bob Moore
LaFayette Ind
M. B. Blackburn
HOGS ROOTED DEEP IN THE SOIL JOKE AT MEETING
An orator extols a good old stock rooted in the soil. A farmer retorts that the only stock with deep roots in soil he knows are hogs, prompting a brief exchange in the crowd.
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Best Made Says Porterville Woman
In my opinion Chamberlains Cough Remedy is the best made for colds says Mrs. Cora Walker Porterville California. It cures a cold quickly prevents pneumonia and is safe and pleasant to take. For sale by J M Moretz. Also testimonial on Champlain Pain Balm curing rheumatism set by W H Howard Husband Pennsylvania. Listed as pale by J M Moretz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Cora Walker
Porterville
California
J. M. Mosreta
W. H. Howard
Husband
Pennsylvania
J. M. Moretz
State Anti Saloon League Adopts Prohibition Platform
The State Anti Saloon League met in Raleigh and adopted a platform urging local option, stricter liquor laws, and federal action. It calls for police power to curb sales, an anti jug law, bans on liquor in towns under 200 voters, and amendments to the Watts law to block rectification where sale is forbidden. It supports Hepburn bill provisions, and designates a committee to draft legislative proposals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleight
Prohibition
Congress
James H. Poll
Stephen McIntyre
W. Douglas
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
A Porterville Michigan druggist touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best remedy for stomach troubles and constipation. He claims customers are satisfied, easy to take, and money-back if not helpful, with JM Moretz selling the item locally.
Girl Remains Possessionless After Ring Quest
A narrative notes a girl who, after losing her property to fund an engagement ring, behaves as if possessed, prompting community concern about her conduct and well being.
World owes some men a living or chance to assignment
A compact reflection on work and opportunity noting that some expect rewards without effort while others value the chance to take on a task and prove themselves. The remark contrasts entitlement with earned progress in a concise, period voice.
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casTonta
L.D. Lowe
Banner Elk
N.C
Watauga
Mitchell
Todd & Ballou, Attorneys AT Law
Jefferson
N. C
F. A. Linney
Boone, N.C
Edmund Jones
Lenoir, N. C
J.C. Fletcher
E. F. Lovill
Attorney AT Law
Boone, N. C
E. S. Coffey
R. D. Jennings
Banner Elk, N. C
Blackburn House
Boone
W. J. Bower
Lenoir
Caldwell
Mitchell Ashe
J. M. Hogshead
Banner'’S
Elk.n
Coca
Washington
Prom
M. L. Bobbitt
Bargerton
Dr. King
Oklahoma
Dian
Charles
Elkins
Dalsell
Supreme Court of the United States
Nature Statesmen
Friends of
Administration
Democrats
Beveridge
Arizona
New Mexico
Lee
Cardus
South Prior Street
Arlanta
Olive Joseph
Cardul
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