Conference on Conservation of Natural Resources Opens
Washington hosts governors and leading figures in a three day congress on conserving national resources. Roosevelt chairs sessions with cabinet members and experts on forests soils water sanitation and irrigation. Key speakers include James J. Hill Andrew Carnegie and George Pardee.
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President's Navy Ship Limit Disputed by Congress
The Senate and House cap the year at two battleships while the president urged four. Congress cites costs and receipts, while the need for cruisers submarines and torpedo boats remains, risking a persistent naval arms race that affects taxpayers. Chicago Tribune commentary notes the rivalries shape future appropriations.
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Testimonial from Sir William White on U S Navy strength
Sir William Henry White, former British warship designer, says the United States has a fleet ship for ship as good as the world contains and second only to Britain. He notes U S shipyards rival those in Great Britain and refutes critics who doubt Manila and Santiago exploits.
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Let Us Have Action on Emergency Currency Reform
The piece urges immediate emergency currency legislation this session, opposing delay and a mere commission plan. It argues action will restore confidence, prevent panics, and avoid political posturing while allowing later consideration of commission findings.
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Senate Ratifies Arbitration Treaty With Great Britain
The senate approved the arbitration treaty with Great Britain amid protests. It mirrors a France treaty but includes two unique provisions. First, special agreements bind Britain only after the United States is bound. Second, self governing colonies must concur before Britain submits questions involving them. The treaty aims to curb disputes via arbitration, with governments taking cautious measures over vital interests.
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Taft Plans Panama Canal Progress Visit
Secretary Taft travels to the Isthmus of Panama to assess canal construction and address matters requiring attention. The trip aims to provide a clear postvisit report on progress, remaining work, and whether earlier time and cost estimates should be adjusted.
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Col Goethals
Change of a Word in Political Debate
The piece traces shifting political invective from anti imperialist charges against McKinley to accusations of executive usurpation against Roosevelt. It notes critics in Congress and party conventions exaggerate constitutional overreach, while the public mood remains calm as the years pass.
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Baltimore American
Question in Witness on Sulivanor and Bryan
The New York Sum notes the puzzled shift in Sullivan’s stance toward Bryan. It questions why Sullivan, once seen as obnoxious, should now be acceptable. It suggests Sullivan’s methods may have caused a past offense and asks why Bryan forgave him, highlighting the enduring mystery.
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