Senate May Kill Commission Tariff Bill Manages debate
Washington dispatch notes friction between progressive and conservative Republicans over the Longworth and Dalell tariff bills with the Senate viewed as unlikely to pass any tariff legislation this session. Army aeroplane fund, navy accidents, and a board investigation into a Delaware explosion are also reported along with notes on mining fatalities and a mongoose pest concern.
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Taft Urges Fortifying Panama Canal As War Possibility Looms
President Taft told the Pennsylvania Society banquet that fortifying the Panama Canal should begin with a 12 million dollar plan and Congressional support. He argued there are no treaty obligations preventing fortification and warned of the danger of allowing hostile forces access to a U S waterway. He noted broad support in the Senate, divided House, and stressed defense over peace while rejecting arbitration treaties. The cost estimate marks a small fraction of canal expense, but the action remains contingent.
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New York Donation of 410000 Boosts Institute Work
The institute announced Friday a donation of 410000.00 from Andrew Rhegie, founder, to broaden the scope of its work under general guidance and cooperation.
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Tien
Washington
Andrew. Rhegie
Institute
Tobacco Fraud Alleged in Wrapper Filler Tax Evasion
New York a government-wide treasury probe alleges Cuba tobacco imports dodge duties by misclassifying filler as wrapper. Treasury officials say losses reach 3 to 5 million dollars annually since 1905 and may reflect long standing trade practices more than outright fraud. Collector Loeb notes uncertainty while investigators press to determine exact scope.
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Canada Pacific Tariff Reciprocity Reached and Pending Formalities
Washington reports that the Canadian tariff reciprocity pact has been agreed, with a joint U S Canada statement noting an understanding to be publicly released in Washington and Ottawa after formalities. The arrangement may be submitted to Congress by Taft without a treaty vote, requiring majority approval in each house. Details are withheld, but duties on American manufactures are said to be reduced to five percent.
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Paynter El eliminates Lorimer debate amid presidential reference
Senator Paynter of Kentucky challenged calls to unseat Senator Lorimer of Illinois, denying any desire to use the president as a scapegoat. He insisted the issue was judicial, rejecting claims the president was swaying abolition or favoring the administration.
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Modest Model Refuses Portrait Mercy Over Justice
A Boston painter recalls Julia Ward Howe resisting a public portrait The model cared more for mercy than justice saying she sought kindness rather than fame The anecdote highlights Howe’s modest demeanour and personal boundaries in artistic commissions
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Boston
Not Just Off the Shelf Little Marget Shows Childish Wit
A reader recounts a playful exchange where a spinster aunt asks a child about her age. The girl answers with a sharp quip by saying the aunt “don’t look new,” revealing natural curiosity and a cheeky awareness of age and appearances.
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Alice
Ceiba Falls as Bonilla Forces Take Honduran Port
Ceiba, Honduras falls to Bonilla revolutionists after a day of infantry and artillery fighting. Ten killed and many wounded. General Lee Christmas’s provisional government holds streets not occupied by American and British sailors. American gunners and neutral zone vigilance prevent damage to ships and property.
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Honduras
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Lee Christmas
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Guerrero
Fire Breaks Out Aboard Queen of the Pacific Coast
Fire erupted in the after hold of the steamer Queen of the Pacific Coast near Point Reyes sixty miles north of San Francisco. The Queen, with 125 passengers bound for Puget Sound points, sent a wireless SOS as crew and passengers evacuated and help was requested from United Wireless.
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Point. Reyes
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United Wireless
Advertised Remedies Claim Wide Cure Range
For decades Hamlin's Wizard Oil is touted as a cure for rheumatism neuralgia and painful ailments with claims of reliable results. Resinol is hailed as a perfect remedy for pruritus and itchy skin with patient testimonials noting relief from pruritus vulvae and severe eczema.
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F. C. Imes
Philadelphia
Lawson's Thanksgiving Proclamation Recalled by Boston Banker
A Boston banker praises Thomas WW Lawson's Thanksgiving proclamation as oratorical and quips about his habit of lampooning financiers. He recalls attending a millionaire's funeral and remarks Lawson used humor to spotlight shady methods in finance.
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Lawson
Boston
Civil service reform and old stories from Mayor Whitlock
Mayor Whitlock of Toledo recalls the shift in civil service from a rougher era to modern times. He recounts Urbana residents seeking favors for sons, noting the exchange highlights old expectations of political patronage.
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