Taft Arrives at White House in Driving Rain
President-elect William Howard Taft and Mrs Taft reach the White House amid a driving rain, greeted by a large Cincinnati group and a quiet welcome from President Roosevelt and guests. Taft plans forthcoming dinners and meetings as he begins four years in the executive mansion.
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Bicycle Police Officer in West End Shooting
A Blackstone bicycle patrol officer shot a Hammond man at 208 Ashby Street after a struggle and entry. Hammond's brother threatened a mob and lynching as ambulances and police kept vigil through the night. The wounded man was taken to Grady hospital. no further updates on his condition or the brother were reported.
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Waldo Confronts Impeachment Debate in House Stop
In the House tonight Mr Waldo of New York defended impeachment against Lebbeus R Wilfley a U S judge in Shanghai. He claimed Wilfley was fit to hold office but was interrupted by Munn of Illinois and Clayton of Alabama as lawmakers edged to halt his remarks.
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Virginia University Receives $500,000 Carnegie Endowment
Richmond March 3 Treasurer Eapa Hunton of the University of Virginia announced a Carnegie gift of 500000. The check completes a million dollar endowment contingent on matching funds, which the university has now raised.
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Taft Faces Criticism with Courage to Do Good
President-elect Taft told an audience of about 700 Yale alumni that he will not fear unjust criticism and will meet difficulties with courage. He said luck and opportunity bring men to pivotal moments, and he aims to maintain a high character to receive needed help while tackling what lies ahead.
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Thought Officer’s Leg Mistaken for Whisky Barrel
A strange incident in which a police officer's leg became a misread barrel of whiskey unfolds. Bicycle Tiesman Cloys reported a cellar vandalism linked to McNinch on McDaniel street. Officer Lloyd and Bo Williams confronted a noise observer later identified as Son Griffin, nineteen, held on $105 bond.
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President's Salary Set At Seventy Eight Thousand
Washington March The two house conference committees agreed on a fixed presidential salary of 78000 per year with no travel allowance. The Senate initially proposed 100000, the House 76000, but the final accord set 78000 and also provided 28000 for travel in the sundry civil bill. Other salary hikes for high officials were dropped.
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War Claims Stricken in Conference Report
Washington reports that conferees completed a general deficiency bill with amendments. An appropriation of 500,000 remains to fund the first two installments to Colombia under the treaty, and 520,000 to cover expenses of a coral mission to investigate U S interests in Liberia. Virginia and Maryland war claims were struck out, along with 39,000 for a Lincoln farm memorial and 88,000 for Ellen Stone contributors. Both houses adopted the conference report for presidential action.
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Democrats Win On Penal Code Fight
Washington reports the penal code bill passed the Senate amid fierce opposition to anti trooper at polls and jury bias clauses. The bill now heads to the president for signature after Republicans and Democrats traded objections and the anti tug rider was trimmed. The Senate adopted an independent anti narcotics clause from Senator Knox. Continued on Page Four.
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Taft Portrays Roosevelt As Lincoln and Washington Peers
New York March 3 11 ite iine of March 6 Colliere Weekly will present an article by President Elect Taft titled Predecessor He recalls meeting Theodore Roosevelt in 1890 when both served Harrison administration and civil service reform. He praises Roosevelts courage teamwork and commitment to public duty while noting differences in temperament and legal training. He asserts common goals for reform and progress and hints at continued dialogue on governance.
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No Good Wishes for President Taft Telegram Rejected by Columbus
Columbus Ga March 3 The city council voted 9 to 5 to defeat a prepared telegram of congratulations to President Taft noting concern over whether the message would properly represent the city. The aldermen debated whether Taft had substantial Columbus votes and whether the gesture would be merely cordial without political significance. The telegram proposed framed as a greeting from the mayor and board of aldermen.
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Horse Escapes Train Scare In Macon Narrow Bridge Incident
Macon Georgia March 3 special Mrs Andrew Taylor and her granddaughter escaped severe injury when a horse drawing their buggy bolted on Plonono avenue crossing a bridge over the central railway track as a Central passenger train passed beneath. The horses frightened, it backed into a ditch. occupants were shown out and unharmed, though the horse was injured.
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Four Men Die in Mine Disaster At Barty Ment
Four men were killed in an accident at the Almayind mine near Barty Ment on March 3. Sides shroud the premature tragedy as officials investigate the cause and extent of the collapse.
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Inaugural Parade Draws 50000 Expected Citizens
Washington crowd braves rain as 50 000 marchers and 14 state governors with staffs prepare for the presidential inauguration. Officials from Congress and the cabinet work late to finalize plans while ceremonies proceed despite heavy clouds and soaking showers. Weather and crowd energy contrast with the day’s solemn transfer of power.
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Weather Prophecy Washington March Report
Weather prophecy from Washington notes fluctuating temperatures with low and high values obscured. It records a slight deflection since the start of the month and a modest deficiency since January 1, measured in inches.
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