Democrats Peri ot in Filibuster Delays Routine Business
Washington May 21 The House, after a lengthy filibuster by Mr Williams of Mississippi, approved twenty two bills, including land and money measures, while the Osage land act and Alaska Central railway issues dominated debate. The Senate passed a major supply bill and sent rail rate reforms to conference amid broader fiscal actions.
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ENATE
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Maine
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Statehood Conference Opens With No Immediate Result
A meeting of statehood conference delegates was held today in Washington but produced no immediate outcome. Authorities report no decisions or clear progress yet as discussions continue.
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Statehood Conferem
Campbell Defends Civil Dignity In Naturalization Debate
In the U S House Congressman Phil P Campbell Kansas known as Standard Oil Campbell wins a clash over power of the immigration bureau to examine naturalization proceedings. He seeks to limit federal intrusion into state courts and preserve high citizenship standards through stricter scrutiny of immigrants. The vote ends in a tie but the motion to strike out is carried 60 to 59 after a teller count.
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Confirmation of Rodey for Porto Rico judge named
The senate committee on judiciary today ordered the confirmation of H.H. Rodey for mer delegate in congress from New Mexico as United States Judge for the district of Porto Rico.
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Blood Re-Appointed Postmaster at Las Vegas
May 24 The president sent to the senate nominations for consuls general and a postmaster listing F O Blood of New Mexico Fast Las Vegas as postmaster at Las Vegas New Mexico after earlier service in the role.
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Florida
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Rescued From Fiery Death at Washington Mine
Three hundred miners are rescued after a mine fire at the Hage Kirke mine of the Pittsburg and West Moreland Coal company near Washington Pennsylvania. Fire damages reach $25000 and surface control is lost while mules stampede and smoke fills the mine. In Wisconsin forests fire danger ends as rain and calm settle over Marinette.
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James K B Scripps Dies Publisher of Detroit News
Detroit May 21 reports longtime Detroit News founder and publisher James K B Scripps is gravely ill and unlikely to survive beyond a few days after years of illness.
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Denver Gas Magnate Sent to Jail for Contempt of Court
Henry I. Doherty, head of the Denver Gas and Electric Co and McMillan syndicate manager, refused to testify about alleged bogus tax receipts used in the election. The court jailed him on contempt, while the supreme court halted further probe and later released him on a $400 bond. Prosecutors questioned company employees about ownership of taxed properties tied to the receipts.
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New York City
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Tokalon Wins Brooklyn Handicap at Gravesend
Tokalon owned by J. W. Fuller and ridden by Bedell, a near novice, captured the Brooklyn handicap at Gravesend in 2 05 3 5, missing a record by one fifth of a second, defeating Dandelion with The Picket and others close behind in a field of thoroughbreds.
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Presbyterians Move to Organize Men's Brotherhood
Des Moines reports the Presbyterian general assembly voted to organize a new men’s society named Presbyterian Brotherhood. The goal is to unite men of the church for spiritual development fraternal ties denominational loyalty and engagement in Christian works. A committee will draft detailed plans before adjournment.
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Santa Fe Must Pay Big Damages to Engineer
Supreme Court rules Santa Fe Pacific Railroad must pay damages to engineer L Holmes for collision near Franconia Arizona in 1901. Lower court had awarded 9000 dollars. railroad appealed the decision.
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Supreme Court
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Supreme Court of the United States Today
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Franconia Arizona
Statehood Fight May Force Oklahoma Indian Territory Vote
Washington May 21 The statehood crisis deepens as conferees delay agreement on the Oklahoma and Indian Territory measure. Senate leaders including Beveridge push to attach statehood as a rider to an appropriation bill if no conference accord is reached. Foraker Bailey and Cannon clash over amendments with votes narrowing toward a rider path while daily sessions continue without a final compromise. If unresolved the House may vote on Oklahoma and Indian Territory statehood alone as an amendment to an appropriation bill.
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Striking Miners Attack Cardiff Coal Shaft Near Cardiff
Rioting striking miners in Cardiff, Illinois, have repeatedly tried to burn the Cardiff Coal company shaft and nearby property. The mine, operated with non union labor, draws Sheriff Hoke and a rifle armed posse to defend it as authorities anticipate a police call.
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Marines Define Security Plan for Isthmus of Panama
More than 600 marines would confront Liberal leaders if riots erupt during Panama Isthmus elections on June 20. The canal zone is under War Department control, with Taft relying on the Marine Corps. 206 marines are on the Isthmus, Major G. Long commanding. Over 400 marines are aboard the USS Columbia bound for Guantanamo to respond if Panama turns turbulent. Smoot case hearings in Washington are postponed again due to Chairman Burroughs absence.
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Strike Breakers Fail to Reach Plum Run Mines
In Steubenville on May 2 forty non union miners were brought to the Plum Run mines of United States Coal Co. Only eight reached the mines as others deserted or were frightened away by strikers pickets. An attempt to run the mines is planned for tomorrow. The miners cheer the deserters among the pot-anion men.
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Treaty fixes Rio Grande water sharing with Mexico signed
Secretary Root and Mexican ambassador Casasus sign a treaty to regulate Rio Grande waters. It provides 60,000 acre feet yearly to Mexico at no cost, supports irrigation for about 24,000 acres, and caps U S spending at about $960,000 for the Engle project. The agreement aims to end twenty years of river disputes.
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Assassination of American Vice Consul Sparks Turbulent May Day
W H Stuart the American vice consul at Bateum was shot and killed at his country place. The assassin escaped and Stuart, a British subject, was a leading ship broker and exporter. An earlier threat during revolutionary troubles led to demands for a $1500 holiday gratuity from dock workers.
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Stuart
Baloum War
City Receipts Seen Flat. Legislature May Hit Revenue
City Treasurer Rogers warned the council that expected income for the current year may fall short of last year due to pending legislation. He listed total anticipated receipts at about $59,929 with taxes likely near last year, but offset by bank reductions. Departments forecast higher expenses, including street 16,000 and police 7,250, squeezing the budget.
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Beagen
Memorial day proclamation from Governor Hagerman
Governor Hagerman issues a Memorial Day proclamation dated May 19 1906 urging patriotism and sacrifice to preserve the nation’s flag and institutions. He honors soldiers and sailors who gave their lives and calls for proper remembrance as graves are decorated and heroes celebrated.
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