Longworth Silent On Perkins Resolution Vote
Congressman Longworth did not vote to censure his father in law as the Perkins resolution was acted on. The Ohio delegation largely supported the measure while Longworth remained silent during the roll call.
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Cincinnatian
Perkins
Commencial Tribune Bureau
Munsey Building
Waburnoron
D. C
Special Dispatch
Commercial Tribune
Washington
Longworth
Ohio
Roosevelt Order Questioned Over Depot Tear Down
Washington listeners heard that the presidents remarks on congress limiting the secret service use were not alone. A subcommittee investigated the razing of the old Pennsylvania depot on the Mall torn down last summer by order of the president. Colonel Bramwell testified he tore down the building on the president’s written order. Committee members pressed why the removal occurred and whether there was any legal authority for such action. The hearing also questioned the country life commission’s franking usage and authority. Large beet sugar manufacturers met with Ways and Means members as talks on maximum tobacco import limits continued.
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Country Life _ Commission
Washington
Congress
Committee On Appropriations
Ron
Pennsylvania
Tts
Burleson
Texas
Colonel Bromwell
Bromwell
United States
Spits
Execu
Tawney
Minnesota
Kingston
Céldne] Bromwell
Commission On Country Life
Ways and Means Committee
Philippines
Ways and Means
Ite Bank
Stevens
House
Reed
Appropriations Committee
Appropriations
Ways
Means
Lakes to Gulf Deep Waterways Plan Heard by Senate Panel
The Senate commerce committee heard a fee appointed by the national conterrat on commission and governors from Illinois Minnesota and others advocating a lakes to gulf deep waterway. They argued money or bonds are needed and water conservation from reservoirs to keep vessels afloat during drought. The committee took no action.
House members oppose marine corps withdrawal from warships
A Washington movement considers overturning the president’s order withdrawing the Marine Corps from United States warships. Lawmakers discuss a potential floor resolution expressing the House’s disapproval if naval officials do not act to preserve marine corps roles.
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House
Washington
Marine Corps
United States
Pension Increase Planned for Eye Loss Veterans
The measure by Representative Keifer of Ohio would raise monthly pensions to 24.8 dollars for all officers and soldiers in the United States who lost an eye while in military or naval service. It was introduced in the House today and targets those with eye injuries from service.
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Washington
Ohio
United States
Holman
Childs
Drexell
William 8. Holman
Treasury
Eki
Pullman Cay
West
Pullmah
Fort Yates
Bismarck
Joseph G. Cannon
Fort Lincoln
Taft Wins for Filipinos Free Trade Plan
President elect Taft and the Republicans agree on tariff revision and free trade with the Philippines. They favor admitting 300000 tons of sugar free of duty and plan to tax other commodities while avoiding dissension.
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Washington
Philippines
Taft
Menn
Ways and Means
House Passes Large Appropriation Bill With Little Debate
Washington December 11 The House approved the general appropriations bill totaling 31 665 320 after brief discussion. An appointment reference to the secret service was referred to a five member committee. Debate centered on immigration salary and the Daniel Keefe appointment with supporters and critics weighing in on political considerations.
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House of Representatives
House
Secret Service
Immigration
Macon
Arkansas
Fitzgerald
New York
Daniel Keefe
Mann
Illinois
Keefe
Tariff Hearings Focus Senate Action After House Bill
Tariff hearings before the ways and means committee continue through the short session. President-elect Taft plans further talks, with Andrew Carnegie as a subpoenaed witness. Debate centers on whether the senate will amend the house bill or risk a Taft veto, as an extra session is anticipated to extend into summer.
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Ways and Means
Congress
Taft
Payne
Andrew Carnegie
House
Senate
Embassy Purchase Bill Moves Ahead in Congress
Washington action aims to authorize 1 million dollars yearly for building embassies and legations abroad. Rep Lowden of Illinois urged passage before the foreign affairs committee, recalling strong support last year. First targets include Berlin and Mexico City embassies and Shanghai Yokohama consular buildings.
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Committee On Foreign Affairs
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Mexico City
Shanghai
Yokohama
Insurgents Open Drive for House Rules Change
Twenty five Republicans meeting in Washington formed a committee to draft amendments to the House rules. Representative Hepburn of Iowa was named chair and to report back Tuesday night. Insurgents seek to swell their ranks enough to align with Democrats and alter the rules.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Representative Hepburn
Iowa
Barred in Two Committees Shaped by Public Servants Work
A 1908 survey shows the House and Senate appropriations committees operate with minimal political conflict inside their rooms. Clerks like James C. Courts and Thomas Cleaves are praised for seasoned, nonpartisan handling of billions in government expenditures. The piece traces historic chairs from Stevens to Cannon and notes the committees’ crucial, costly role in funding the government.
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Congress
Ita Committee On Appropriations
Thomas Cleaves
Democrats
Nei Af
Kennedy
Rea
House Committee
House Appropriations Committee
Ways and Means Committee
Thaddeus Stevens
Ways and Means
Hegeman Charge Dismissed in Insurance Case
John R. Hegeman president of Metropolitan Life Insurance was freed by the court for insufficient proof of wilful perjury. The ruling could quash all indictments against local insurance officials and may be appealed by District Attorney Jerome.
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New York
John R. Hegeman
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Hegeman
Jerome
Court‘of Appeals
To Take Home Email Packages Means Shorter Store Hours
The note indicates that adopting home email deliveries will shorten hours for sales staff, drivers, and delivery bays. It highlights adjustments in staffing and operations to support mail package handling offsite. The change implies shifted schedules and potential impact on customer service timing and workflow.
Jailed for Misusing Mails in Columbus Case
Fred Schaeffer, arrested after a Wheeling woman claimed he defrauded her by posing as finder of her missing son, was sentenced to five months in jail today by United States Judge Slater. The judge cited the defendant's youth and pitiable state as reasons to avoid a penitentiary term.
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Columbus
Fred Schaeffer
Elizabeth Andrews
Wheeling
United States
Slater
Schaeffer
Christmas Shopping Habits Spur Early Spending Boost
The notice urges shoppers to begin their Christmas buying early in the season and at the start of each day. It highlights how early purchases support workers and service staff during the holiday period.
Crusaders Plan Campaign To Strike Loan Shark Nuisance
City auditors prepare warrants against Tolman and other salary loan sharks under new local laws. A Legal Aid committee calls for state wide reforms inspired by Massachusetts measures to curb usury, with emphasis on employer approved assignments and banning improper salary liens.
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Hugh Cavanaugh
W. E. Bankley
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Lincoln Safe Depart and Trust Company
Lincoln, Neb
Citizens’ Company
Lincoln
Cavanaugh
Legal Aid Society
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the Legal Aid Society
Massachusetts
Sieven
Park Chain Plan Gains Approval
Taft receives warm praise as President Brown credits his election with urban renewal gains. Fleischmann argues Cincinnati must adopt a park plan to attract investment, noting $1.22 million spent since 1901 with little progress and urging a coordinated push for bonds and potential statutory amendments. The dinner audience lists numerous local businessmen and officials.
Gasoline Overflow Fire Damages Home On Poplar Street
A tank overflowing on a gasoline stove caused a fire that damaged the residence of Mrs. Marty Stevens at 1204 Poplar Street. Loss estimated at about $500.
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Marty Stevens
Poplar Street
Cause and Effect of Indigestion and Nut Foods
An anonymous young woman describes indigestion from heavy greasy foods and failing medicines. She tried Nuts food on a friend’s suggestion, improved digestion, and can now eat anything while still using Grape-Nuts, endorsed by Postum Co. The ad cites a reason and promotes reading The Road to Wellville.
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Battle Creek
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