Demand for Evidence on Secret Service Question Passes
Washington officials report the Perkins Special Committee moved to request the president to provide the evidence behind his statement on Secret Service restrictions. The measure, aimed at fairness, was adopted without debate and approved unanimously after discussion of the committee’s final report. The resolution cites the sundry civil appropriation bill and references Treasury Department employment of the Secret Service.
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Books and Booklets Ad for Wrapping Paper and More
An ad lists copyright books and booklets in white and gold, priced around $1.25, including Tage, Scale and Card, White Tie paper for wrapping, and a large assortment of other items.
President impeachment inquiry resolution adopted with vote
A House resolution requests the president transmit any evidence on the claim that the provision’s main argument was that Corona did not want investigations by secret service men. It also seeks evidence linking any Sixtieth Congress member to corrupt legislation and whether he initiated inquiries. The roll call passed 270 to 14.
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Senator Fourne Bill Seeks $100000 Presidential Salary
In Washington Dee Senator Fourne of Oregon introduced a bill proposing a $100000 annual presidential salary and compensation for viewing the president at $25000. The measure, tied to a broader push for a second elective term, aims to raise executive pay and related allowances.
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House measures advance in thinly read session
The day’s House actions include bills on municipal water districts and fire protection, amendments to life insurance agent discrimination statutes, and highway money management. Several measures were ordered to lie and be printed while others moved to committee.
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Town line wrangle ends with EU joke in Monkton Starksboro clash
In a Georgian era style quarrel over parish borders four tenants, 11 children, and three cows sparked a scene in Monkton and Starksboro. Lawyers pressed Halifax’s Mr Thurber as the House debated town line boundaries while joking about who would gain the apple trees and children. The dispute centered on which town would claim a slice of terra firma, with Speaker Cheney guiding the session toward a tentative reading.
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Fleet Away One Year In Globe Spanning Patrol
Colombo December 19 The Atlantic fleet reached Hampton Roads one year after departure. Officers led by Rear Admiral Sperry call it the best year for the service since the Spanish war. Refits improved gunnery and cruising, with plans to navigate the Suez Canal for onward duties. Manila reports Rear Admiral Giles B Harber’s Asiatic fleet cruising the southern Philippines and expected to return to port in January.
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King’s Trial in Boston as Witness Recounts Wangled Stock Scheme
Darius Pierce, a principal witness in the larceny case against Cardento F. King’s financial agent, testifies he ordered American Woolen stock, paid but never received it, and was issued a worthless check after King departed. Pierce says he settled with King upon his return and recovered funds. a morning conference among Dwyer Parker and Judge Schofield discussed admitting papers from King’s correspondence files.
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Fire destroys Dansville mill. loss over 100000 dollars
A major blaze yesterday afternoon gutted the Dansville mill building its machinery and substantial material loss estimated at more than 100000 dollars. The mill was owned by J Z H Mason of Foronta Ontester Zon.
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Catalogue of books and religious items for sale
A prices list for Bibles 50c to 5.00 Catholic prayer books 20c to 2.00 calendars 5c to 25c Alger and Henry books 25c Wellesley Series for girls 25c Popular Copyrights 50c Dennison tags seals cards 10c to 1.50 ink stands 10c to 1.50 best latest fiction 1.25
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Vermont Legislature Adopts Bills Amid Debates and Amendments
A Vermont legislative session adjourned with amendments and votes on several measures. Bills touching state prisons, road and sidewalk work in Montpelier, and aquatic animal health were discussed. Key figures from multiple towns supported or opposed actions, with some measures advanced to future consideration.
Vermont Senate action on Brattleboro charter and bills
Yesterday the Senate, S. M. Gibson to amend Brattleboro town charters, referred to municipal corporations, read third time and passed. Several measures were noted, including H. 452 concerning water resources study, H. 580 about school accommodations, and other acts on game duties and road way cuts. Passed in concurrence. some readings refused.
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Noted Legislation And Adjournment Plans In Legislature
The Senate and House prepared for adjournment with a plan to meet again Monday morning at 8. Representatives Flet chervot Cavendish Watson of St Albans Baron Hartford and Senators Orvin Bennington Walker Rutland County attended. A churchy paint bill faced amendments but remained stringent. House bill 447 highway funding shifted to 75 000 and added county commissioners to manage state money distribution. A map discussion in Starkeboro Munkton sparked mentions of land adjoining Hinesburg, causing a brief stir.
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Simon elected president of Haiti amid unrest
Port au Prince reports that Antoine Simon, leader of the last revolution, was elected president as an American intervention loomed. Crowds cheered outside Parliament while Haitian forts and gunboats fired a volley. rival aspirants withdrew to avoid provoking further disorder under foreign oversight. Local authorities prepared for further action.
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Hughes Again Raps Bosses in New York
In New York on December 18 Gav Hinges hurled at political bosses at the Metropolitan Temple. He condemned civic righteousness as hollow if used to justify control by officeholders over the people. He urged open dialogue, patience, and the people’s authority in party decisions and public duties.
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Civil Service Reform League holds 28th convention in Pittsburg
Pittsburg hosts the twenty eighth annual National Civil Service Reform League convention starting today and running through Saturday. Prominent figures include Joseph St Choate former ambassador to England and league head Charles Ite attorney general Richard Henry Tam Bouton Elliot H Goodwin Everett Colby and Samuel W McCall among others. An executive council meeting occupied the morning session.
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Wright’s Remarkable Flight Sees 240 Feet Vertical Rise
Wilbur Wright, famed American aeroplanist, powered his Le Mana to shoot straight up to 240 feet yesterday. The craft then descended about 50 feet before the engine stopped and it landed smoothly roughly three‑quarters of a mile from the start. Members of the Aero Club witnessed the ascent and descent with interest.
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Testy testimony links Hains aiding brother in fatal shooting
Birchfield testified that Thornton Haines used a revolver to threaten a witness and drove Annis away from the wounded man in Flushing on December 18. He described a fusillade aimed at publisher William E Annis from Bayside Yacht Club as part of the case alleging J Hains led the crime and aided his brother.
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Blair Senior Summoned by Roosevelt for White House Meeting
Ferdinand Van Dyke Blair, a Georgetown Ohio senior, has been summoned to the White House by President Roosevelt for an appointment on Tuesday at 10. The nature of the meeting is not disclosed and Blair declines comment. The report from Boxton Massachusetts notes the unusual summons.
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