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Washington Letter on Cuba War Powers and World Fair
The column discusses whether the President as Commander-in-Chief has supreme power in Cuba, citing a Bacon resolution and Secretary of War data. It notes a debate between Sen. Platt and Sen. Daniel over military governance versus legislative authority and mentions Secretary Root’s forthcoming reply. It also covers Illinois support for the St. Louis World’s Fair to mark the Louisiana Purchase. Senator Mason expresses strong backing for the fair.
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