Roosevelt's Reform Message Breathes of Change
President Ware's annual message advocates nationwide supervision of large corporations and federal regulation of rail rates. He urges strong action against over capitalization, calls for stronger handling of insurance by the federal government, and argues tariff changes are premature but possible later. He warns that state regulation is inadequate and stresses fair treatment of workers.
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Elastic currency and peace policy proposals
A detailed speech argues for an elastic currency to adapt money supply to seasonal needs, curbing speculation while aiding legitimate business. It calls for campaign finance reform, bans corporate election spending, and endorses international arbitration, the Monroe Doctrine, and Santo Domingo aid within that framework. It also covers naval and army needs, public land laws, immigration, Chinese exclusion, and the Panama Canal project.
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Merchant Marine Commission
United States
Jamestown
China
Opening of the Fifty-Ninth Congress in Washington
Washington reports the first session of the Fifty-ninth Congress began with Vice President Fairbanks presiding in the Senate and Clerk McDowell in the House. Senators Bate and Platt are deceased. Crowds filled the Capitol as members and veterans greeted one another. A busy program of legislation, including railroad regulation and corporate reform, promises a lively session with fierce partisan battles ahead.
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Ife
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Congress
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