Senate Debates Expansion in Executive Session
In Washington on December 7 the Senate discussed expansion behind closed doors. Senator Hoar led opposition to territorial acquisition with remarks hitting the Philippines, as the Nicaragua Canal bill faced potential changes to appease British objections. The president sent nominations for major generals Henry and Wood, plus Navy and Marine Corps officers commended for rear admiral and brevet advancements.
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Senate
Hoar
Groomis
Philippines
Guy V. Henry
Leonard Wood
Sampson
Schley
Marine Corps
Nicaragua Canal Bill Aims to Satisfy English Objections
Senate committee backs Harris amendment to authorize a treaty with Great Britain for joint guaranty of canal neutrality. The move intends to address English objections to U S control under the Clayton-Bulwer terms. London papers criticize the president for not mentioning the treaty.
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Harris
Kansas
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London
Murderer William Kent Sought in Virden Area
Reports from Virden Illinois say efforts to capture William Kent, killer of his brother Noble, have failed so far though he is thought to remain nearby. Public anger over the killings runs high as authorities pursue him.
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G. W. Marsh
Keystone National Bank
United States District
Marsh
Gideon W. Marsil
William Steele
Chestnut Street National Bank
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Virden
Isis
William Kent
Noble
Crie
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J. E. Ponder
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