Debate Over Command at Santiago in Schley Inquiry
Washington December 20 The objection by Admiral Sampson to a portion of Dewey’s report on the Schley court of inquiry is filed with Secretary Long. The document argues Schley was not in command at the Battle of Santiago and that Sampson commanded, detailing fleet formation and signals as cited in the court record.
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Schley Verdict Reported by Lemly Hanna to Secretary Long
A defense brief from Judge Advocate Lemly and Solicitor Hanna submitted to Secretary Long challenges the Schley court findings. It argues the report reflects the unanimous court view and rebuts claims of improper consideration, detailing actions at Santiago and related naval decisions with references to the 1901 inquiry and potential future appointive actions.
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Italian Foreign Minister Denies Neglect by Governments
In a statement the Italian minister Prinetti rejects claims that Italy or its diplomats were negligent in the lynching case and asserts the United States should honor its international treaty engagements. He says indemnities for victims should not be tied to the crimes, though relatives may receive sums if offered. He notes no written reply from the U.S. but says Italian claims are well founded and deserve careful consideration.
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Taft Leaves Philippines After Address On Peace
Governor Taft, reclining on a lounge, addressed about 150 visitors as more than 4,090 members of the federal party bid him farewell in Manila. He spoke of hopeful conditions under civil government, criticized war news as biased, and said he hoped to return before May to present the party memorial to the president. He praised Vice Governor Wright for steady leadership during his absence.
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American secretary Li Hung Chang aide dies after 30 years
Pekin reports the death of William Thick, an American who served as Li Hung Chang’s private secretary and diplomatic adviser for thirty years. The obituary notes his involvement with Chang’s progressive policies and his influence on early foreign relations.
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Record Cold Snap Shatters Thermometer Highs In Atlanta
An unseasonably cold spell hit Atlanta with a thermometer reaching 145 degrees, smashing all date records. Only twice previously had temperatures been lower than mid-teens on December dates, with 3 degrees in 1834 and 12 degrees in 1982. Over six days the readings stayed unusually low, listing 21, 20, 18, 9 degrees as the week progressed.
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Consolidation Falls Through Weather Grips City Hard
Severe cold sweep hits the region with day temperatures from 20 to 18 degrees and a cutting wind. Officials note the month’s record lows and a deep chill across the Southeast as Atlanta’s merchants report slow Christmas shopping and charity demands rise.
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Atlanta Negotiations Fail Over Utility Consolidation Terms
City and HH. M. Atkinson fail to agree on terms for consolidating Atlanta public utilities the Atlanta Rapid Transit Company the Georgia Electric Light Company and the Atlanta Railway and Power Company. Mayor and committee blame each other as disputes center on tax limits and rebates affecting inside city versus outside property.
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Atlanta transit talks end as council splits on terms
A regional transport and utility consolidation talks between the Atlanta Rapid Transit Company Georgia Electric Light Company and related street rail and heating systems were declared off after a council committee and H M Atkinson failed to agree. A new health board will be elected next month after sixteen council members chose Wheeler Mangum Charles Vaughan and V Carter.
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