Senator Dolph Opens Hawaiian Matter in Congress
In Washington the Hawaiian embroglio leads the senate agenda as Senator Dolph of Oregon attacks the president’s Hawaii policy. Debates over instructions to diplomats and naval officers surface, with calls to reveal ministerial instructions and to consider annexation guarded by questions on Hawaii’s government.
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Not 2 Spark'of Interest Enlivens Proceed ings in The House
Washington December 6 The second day of the session in the House was dull beyond small land titles bills in the far West An agreement to close the general debate on the bankruptcy bill advances its parliamentary stage Colonel Oates in charge seeks a vote with general debate ended confident the tariff or other urgent matter won’t sidetrack it
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Free Silver Bill Introduced by Congressman Bland
In Washington December 6 congressman Bland of Missouri has introduced a new free coinage bill repealing the 1873 prohibition on silver dollars and reestablishing the 1887 provision for coinage of silver dollars of 412 1/2 grains. He plans to summon the committee on coinage weights and measures soon to consider the measure and expects an absolute free coinage bill to be reported to the House.
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Missouri
Lucas to Explain Irrigation Bill Before Public Lands Panel
Congressman Lucas to appear before the House Committee on Public Lands at its first meeting to discuss his irrigation bill. He expects the measure to go to the Litigation Committee for favorable consideration. The bill proposes granting arid lands to states for irrigation and sale to settlers, potentially bringing thousands of acres in the Western Dakotas under cultivation and boosting regional wealth.
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Dec
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House Committee On Public Lands
Kansan prohibition trip by Toronto visitors
In Kansas City on a day in December, two Toronto residents Atkingon and A E Tym traveled together to study how the prohibitory law is enforced. Their itinerary aims to guide Ontario legislators considering a prohibition measure set for January.
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Lehigh Valley Strike Ends After Concessions
Arbitration ends the Lehigh Valley strike as concessions are made by both sides. Old employees may be rehired as vacancies arise, with no prejudice for joining unions, and seniority guides future reemployment. President Wilbur confirms the company will adhere to the new terms and share employment among returning workers. A separate Hazleton area fire at Crystal Ridge slope traps four workers and prompts rescue efforts amid ongoing investigation.
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Pioneer Fire Company
Trafic diverted by strike hits Pennsylvania railroads
Postings urge shippers to use Pennsylvania Lines as freight and passenger traffic shifts from Lehigh to other routes. Lehigh Valley business drops. coal operators struggle to place shipments as dealers fear losing customers. Snow slows Lehigh Valley trains. Delano activity down from busy times. Chicago bank receivers appointed after dire board meeting. Tolman accused of mismanagement. calls for accountability and asset collection.
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Central
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Wilkesbarre
Michigan Labor Convention Addresses Suffrage and Taxation
Fragmentary notice notes a Michigan labor convention debating a proposed constitutional amendment. The draft concerns woman suffrage and taxation of church property, with emphasis on securing broad support and timely submission to voters. Entities mentioned include Michigan and general constitutional topics.
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Georgia House votes 121 to 45 on currency bill test
The Georgia House passed a currency bill by 121 to 45, aiming to issue currency notes and test constitutionality of a 10 percent tax on bank issues. Debates centered on means and methods for testing legality and the state's financial authority.
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Atlanta
Dee
Bereysthe
Georgi
Great Northern engineers study Yankton river crossings
Civil engineers of the Great Northern railway survey the Missouri in Yankton to locate a suitable e railroad bridge site. Two crossings are found one opposite the city and another three miles upriver. The latter is favored due to a small island. Yankton cement shipped to St Paul for bridge tests could be produced locally if chosen.
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Great Northern Railway
Missouri River
E -Railroadpridge
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St. Paul
Willis Encounters Hawaii Exile Exansionists
Port Townsend man Captain Cutler from the barkentine Klickitat reports that Willis was surprised by meeting eighty broad minded strong willed residents in Honolulu who oppose restoring the monarchy and queen on grounds of their conduct.
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Port Townshnd
Wash
Cutler
Entine
Klickitat
Honolulu
Willis
Wage Dispute Rages Over 65 or 70 Cent Rate
In Pittsburgh district coal miners and operators failed to agree on a wage settlement. A five-worker committee proposed 65 cents, but the convention voted it down, urging a 70.9 cent rate. In Kansas City a Sunday closing movement spreads. An arrest and bond were posted for Getchell shop owners and associates. Deaths from grippe reported in Avapenvorm, with widespread illness and a street accident injuring three women.
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H. Getchell
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Pratt
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Goodman
Stearnes
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