Senate approves Cuban reciprocity treaty amid partisan debate
The Senate passed the Cuba reciprocity bill by 67 to 18, ratifying the treaty and cutting duty on Cuban imports by 20 percent and reducing U S duties on goods to Cuba by 20 to 40 percent. Key speeches by Spooner for and Bailey against highlighted constitutional and tariff questions amid a holiday recess plan.
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Roosevelt Aides Meet. Stone Named New Sergeant-at-Arms
President Roosevelt and members of the Republican National Committee gather with a proxy for Idaho. At Mr. Hey brun’s right stands William F. Stone of Baltimore, the new sergeant-at-arms of the committee.
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Treaty Arrives at Capital in Boxed Form in Washington
Washington reports the Hay Bunau Varilla treaty arrives in Washington in a large steel box with keys for opening the document. Officials await the opened copy to determine if it is the original Panamanian treaty or a standard ratification. Minister Bunau Varilla remains chargé d’affaires as negotiations progress.
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Millions for Friar Lands By Taft Settlement
Governor Taft has arranged a settlement in the Friar Lands dispute. The agreement resolves decades of land claims and restores stability for the government and affected communities.
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British Sympathy for Japan Approved by the Pope
Governor Taft and the Friars reach a settlement on the Friarland question. The pope approves the terms and the war department endorses. The deal buys 403000 acres of Minors lands and buildings for seven million two hundred fifty thousand dollars, excluding 12000 acres with a fort sold to a railway, and the Sincomenomet plantation.
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War Not Expected Says Statesmen Amid Diplomacy
Paris dispatch reports cautious optimism that war between Japan and Russia unlikely despite discouraging notes. Negotiations focus on Corea issues and possible concessions as both sides seek peace. Viceroy Alexander signals Japanese preference for peace but warns against changes in Manchuria demands.
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Discrepancies Sought On Colorado Fuel and Iron Accounts
A report accuses former Colorado Fuel and Iron board chair of misusing earnings totaling 2,600,050 for improper payments not properly recorded. Executives deny wrongdoing amid investigations by American officials cited in Alexandropole hearings.
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Japanese Statesmen Discuss Stand Against Visit
Elder statesmen of Japan led by Marquis Ito and cabinet ministers opened talks today on rejecting a visit pact. General Kodama the war minister attended the conference for the first time amid renewed admiralty activity toward a potential naval demonstration. In Korea unrest prompted a U S note proposing a naval escort or overship task to Covonan Wee fors, with Wilmington likely slated for duty.
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Sea of Azof Vanishes Revealing Shifting Shores
Reports from St. Petersburg dated December 16 describe the Sea of Azof retreating rapidly. The shoreline has receded hundreds of feet over five days, exposing sand and bedrock as winds push sand across towns. Vessels run aground and harbor activity has collapsed due to dwindling water.
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Acquittal in Alamogordo murder case after two hours jury deliberation
In Alamogordo New Mexico the Frank 1100 murder trial ended with a jury verdict of acquittal at about 1 00 AM after roughly two hours deliberation. Judge Parker and other officials prepared to depart for a term of court in a neighboring county. The grand jury report was presented this morning and the jurors were discharged Saturday evening. A large well construction project by Gus Mathelland began at 7 AM today.
Wood defended by Root in Wood investigation report
Secretary Root testified in Washington on General Wood’s Cuba era actions defending Wood’s handling of Cuban courts and the Jai-Alai concession. He described court procedures, said Wood acted under War Department orders, and that confirmation of Wood’s generalship was likely with a committee vote.
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Harriman Chats With Machinists In Omaha Private Car
Harriman holds a private conference in Omaha with machinists and representatives from unions to discuss piecework and labor relations on the Union Pacific lines. He notes no major railroad improvements planned for the coming year, mentions delays on the Bitter Nevada route, and plans progress with western routes.
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Collector Appoints Deputy at Sub-Port of Columbus
J Kyle Wil Sueoved appointed deputy collector of the sub-port of Columbus by Customs officials in Paso Texas. The appointment follows the resignation of Superintendent W B R and comes as thousands of valuables pass through Columbus port. Kyle cited for his capability in handling stock and duties. Also noted is Mrs Manning elected president of the World’s Fair board of lady managers in Louisville.
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