Canadian Reciprocity Debate Echoes on Wheat and Farm Woes
Chicago June 3. Professor E B Robinson of Minnesota analyzes the reciprocal trade pact. Taft arrives in Chicago to attend Western Economic Society talks. Discussion centers on benefits to farmers, wheat price stability, seed wheat access, and broader agricultural goods under free or reduced duties.
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H. P. Willie
Geores Washington Univrsity
B. W. Robinson
University of Minnesota
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Society
W. D. Board
North America
Mali
United States
Comercial
Canada
Eight Immense Oil Tanks Burn Near New Orleans
A fire destroyed eight large oil tanks of the Indian Refining company along the Mississippi near New Orleans, holding 30,000 barrels of gasoline and 2,000 barrels of kerosene. Valued at $250,000, the blaze began after a lightning strike.
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Indian Reining Company
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Free lumber impact on farms and homes in the United States
The text highlights the influence of industrial combinations on U.S. industries, stressing the special importance of free lumber. It cites benefits for farmers through better farm buildings and fences at lower costs, and increased comfort in homes.
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United States
Pardon Request For Thomas From Des Moines Onto Governor
Des Moines June 3 Attorney for Charles Thomas convicted of murder of Mabel Scofield and life term seven years ago filed with Governor Carroll a plea for parole claiming public sentiment aided conviction and innocence. Senator Cummins named on petition. Scofield body found in Des Moines River later shown poisoned before death. Road levy to be made. Attorney General Cosson ordered Hancock County to probe road supervisors accused of failing to enact a dragging levy under late legislature.
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Mabel Scofield
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Hancock County
Young Man Hit by Engine While Crossing Tracks
A 21 year old Waterloo Conservatory student living at 949 Logan avenue was struck by an engine being tested on the Tunnel Central crossing about 9 15 p m Thursday while walking home after a music lesson. He stayed conscious after the incident, received cuts to the head, and was able to return home with a note that his injuries are not serious and he should resume musical studies soon.
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Waterloo Conservatory of Music
Logan Avenue
East Fourth Street
Center Street
Brooks
Charles Brooks
Belgium Quake Damages Houses In Gosselest Area
An earthquake felt at Gosselest near Charleroi at 2 40 pm damaged many houses and left streets littered with debris. No casualties were reported though a previous Tuesday night quake toppled chimneys and caused panic.
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Belgium
Gosselest
Man Dead From Teeth Extraction at City Stock Yards
A stock yards foreman named Williams died after a tooth extraction at his Morningside home. He worked ten years at the yards and was popular with workers. A cold led to abscesses in the tooth sockets, which caused blood poisoning and the fatal illness.
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ThaiMness
Madero Returns to Mexico Amid Rousing Welcome
Francis J. Madero Jr and wife entered Mexican soil at Piedras Negras after a six hundred mile U S journey. Crowds from Eagle Pass and locals filled bridges and torches lit the border as Madero, greeted by Gov V Garranza, spoke briefly amid loud cheers on both sides.
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Ciudad Porfirio Diaz
Mexico
United States
Francis J. Madero, Jr
Eagle Pass
Tex
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Viva Madero
Viva
Madero
International Bridge
Senor V. Garranza
Coahuila
Madera
J W Roberts Dies at Home in La Porte City
J W Roberts, a Black Hawk country pioneer born August 11 1843 in Indiana, died at his La Porte City home Friday at 6 45 am from cirrhosis after two years illness. He leaves four children and nine grandchildren. Funeral Sunday 2 20 pm at M E church with Rev Rodger officiating. burial West View cemetery. Castro not found aboard Legard. Venezuela exile reports uncertain.
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John W. Roberts
Black Hawk Country
Indiana
Hea
Maria Stoufe
Independence
Spring Creek Township
Waterloo
Los Angeles
Jesus
Mr. Roberts
ME. Church
M. E
Rodgera Oficjating
Bradfield
West View Cemetery
Gasoline Engine at Stanhope Found Literally Choked With Money
Hans Howe from near Stanhope set up a small gasoline engine bought from FP A Mathie Stanhope dealer and found it loaded with money. About 500 in silver and 300 in other coins were scattered in the working parts. Howe deposited the money in Stanhope State bank and will return it to owners proving ownership. The find intrigues locals as mystery surrounds its origin and disposition.
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FP. A. Mathie
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Mathie
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Hove
Stanhone State Bank
Aleo
Invasive Insects Invade New York Village
A chaotic scene unfolds as 17 year old tocusts arrive in New York amid buzzing swarms. Trees teem with insects and the village hums with the winged insects’ activity. Citizens note the insects’ distinctive wing tips and the rapid spread of the infestation.
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New York
Prisoner Alvin Nash Subdues in Cedar Falls Band Fight
City Marshal Enlow struggled to subdue Alvin Nash who allegedly assaulted bystanders during a Rand Concert in Cedar Falls. Nash resisted arrest, punched the officer, and was jailed for fifteen days on resisting an officer. Fenlon delivered the prisoner to the county jail with several youths reportedly struck by Nash's punches.
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Alvin Nash
Cedar Falls
Enlow
Wnast
Nash
Merner
Fenlon
President 19 Willing To Back Kenyon On Reciprocity
Washington reports that President 19 is willing to back Senator Kenyon on the reciprocity measure. Kenyon reportedly assured the president he will vote for and speak for the agreement, with White House officials believing Kenyon will stand by reciprocity. The president hopes to speak for it in Iowa if timing allows.
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Chicago
Kennon
Iowa
Asong
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Fate Tauch
Rebels Capture Another Capital in Turbulent Region
June 3 reports say Cularan and Atazarian seaports fell into rebels hands. Telegraphs to Randolph, VP and General Manager, cite insurgent gains and plans to move Federals to lower California to quell the uprising. Abram Gonzales, elected governor in Maderno, vows joint action with Bucrecos. US grants train passage through New Werleo for troop movement.
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Randalph
Mangeer
Partin Line
Abram Gonzales
Lower California
United States
New Werleo
Many Towns Want Railway Says Delegations
Delegations of prominent citizens from Shandy Grove Jubilee and Gilbertville meet with officers of the WGC FL & N to push an interurban extension through their towns. They aim to connect to La Porte City and vow to aid any feasible effort, placing hope in the Casa brothers.
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Jubilee
Gilbertville
WGC FL & N
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la Porte City
Casa Brother
Lorimer Seeks Testimony As New Senate Probe Opens
Senator William Lorimer asked to appear before the new Senate privileges and elections committee to testify in his own behalf amid reinvestigation of his 1909 election. Lorimer’s telegram to Chicago urged he be allowed to refute charges and suspicions about his election. The rumor of his resignation was quieted, and Kenyon’s motion for a full committee vote faced likely defeat as a Monday meeting was planned. Also reported from Amboy, China: 54 plague deaths and seven fatal smallpox cases in two weeks.
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China
Wreck Kills Railway President's Wife Near Bergas
A northbound Minneapolis St Paul and Saint Ste. Maria train wreck near Bergas Minnesota killed Mrs FL Berg wife of the railroad president and seriously injured her husband. Several other passengers injured as a washout derailed eight cars. The private car carrying the Bergs was destroyed and Mrs Berg's body remained at the Bergas depot. Authorities investigate the unidentified man found near Bananaduet later that morning.
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Sirs Berg
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Traat
Alevean
Fire Damages to Big Lake Steamer Northwest
A major blaze in Buffalo damaged the lake steamer Northwest owned by Northern Steamship Co. by about 600000. No crew were hurt as the Northland was also damaged while both ships were docked for overhaul for the season opening June 21. The fire, caused by an oil explosion, left the Northwest with only its steel hull intact.
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Northern Steamship Company
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Quasqueton Campaign Seeks Stephens Brothers Meetings
A delegation from Chiavarlous churches and local clergy urged the Stephens brothers to open a campaign in Manchester, with meetings planned to start June 12 in a Quasqueton tabernacle. Ministers and laymen from Rowley Walker and nearby towns will take part.
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Frey Almost Reaches Rome in Paris Rome Turin Race
Rome June 3 Frey the German entrant in the Paris Rome Turin aviation race left Plan after his machine wrecking and headed toward Rome. He flew to Marcarese eight miles from the capital but was forced to turn back due to dense fog. Vidart meanwhile repaired a wing broken during a rough landing at Veccina and proceeded toward Rome, aiming to arrive early this afternoon.
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Ptaa
Old Resident of Black Hawk County Dies After Illness
Caroline Thies Hue, lifelong German Evangelical Lutheran Church member, died at home on Center Street after a stomach cancer illness. Survived by husband Herman Hue and five sons, two daughters, fourteen grandchildren, and several siblings. Funeral at First Lutheran Church with Rev. H. Mueller conducting services. arrangements pending arrival of out of town relatives.
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Black Hawk County
Caroline Thies
Cook County
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Iowa
Mt. Vernon
Black Hawke County
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Land Swindle Suit Charges Sale In Roeck Island County
A federal suit filed in Dubuque charges H T Lyons and H Widner of Independence with swindling a land deal in Roeck Island County Illinois. The plaintiff, Sutt, says he purchased the tract in good faith for 112000 but found the land swamp when he sought to close. He asks that the transaction be declared void.
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Sutt
Charles Becker
Red Bud
H.T. Lyons
H. Widner
Independence
Lone Land
Roeck Island County
Ilinois
Vasida
Former Buchanan Co Woman Wins Delayed Divorce After Legal Clarification
Martha E. Stone sued E W Stone for bigamy after a prior marriage, with a second divorce filed while the first decree lay unentered. The case advanced then, in 1911, Stone married Magnus McKenzie, triggering a move to legalize the initial decree by recording it. Judge John H. Steele ordered the first decree entered to validate the second divorce.
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Tyne
Hennepin County
Martha E. Stone
E W. Stone
Stone
Magnus McKenzie
McKenzie
John H. Steele
Taft Reciprocity Pact Backed by Wide States Vote
The Tribune tallies a cross sectional poll across 22 states on Taft's Canada reciprocity, showing 3,113 in favor and 1,127 against. Illinois Indiana Ohio Michigan Wisconsin Kansas Nebraska Missouri Oklahoma Minnesota South Dakota and others largely support the agreement, while North Dakota opposes.
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