Secretary Taft Probes Philippines and Hawaii Conditions
Secretary of War Taft spoke aboard the Manchuria on arrival, saying a trip to see conditions in the Philippines to guide future legislation. He cited land titles and railroad development as key issues, noting plans to advertise a thousand miles of rail construction by year end, with 400 to 500 miles on Luzon. He also discussed Hawaii sugar, harbor improvements at Honolulu, and fortification plans, with orders to station eight battalions in Honolulu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Taft
Manchuria
Luton
Hawaii
Islande
Rivera and
Harbors
Honolulu
Congress
Taft Rules Out More Chinese Labor Admittance
Secretary Taft states no further Chinese labor will be admitted and changes will focus on enforcement to spare merchants and students from insult when landing. He emphasizes there will be no admission of any more coolies despite ongoing agitation.
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Taft
Taft Visit to Lane House Ends With Hawaii Admiration
Secretary Taft and party attended a Honolulu luncheon amid praise for Hawaii’s progress. Attendees included seven U.S. Senators and twenty-three Representatives with their wives. Taft urged Hawaii to push for federal buildings, harbor deepening, fortifications, and active representation in Washington to secure appropriations.
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Tanais
Wille
Taft
Minn Roosevelt
Lowe
Atkinson
Hawaii
United States
Territory of
Atkins von
Tat
Honolulu
Alnce Dix
Philippines
Merchant Marine
Ways and Row
Porto Rico
Alaska
Washington
Staten
Outing Photograph Sparks Local Talk in Tully News
A fragment from Tully News hints at a photo outing featuring a “pretty” girl and a reference to an “ann t” moment. The brief item underscores local interest in appearances and photography without further detail or context.
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Kiva
Tully News
Insecure Homes and Lost Deeds Highlight Burglar Risk
A fragment notes that insecure homes expose valuables, with a burglar taking stock certificates from an overturned box. Losses are costly, the box costs $5.00 a year, and rent can be paid monthly or quarterly, signaling ongoing vulnerability and expenses.
Teddy Told Taft to Hold His Job
Secretary of War Taft reports Governor Carter considering resignation but influenced by President Roosevelt. He says Carter met in San Francisco and was urged to withdraw the resignation, noting Carter’s good work and need for him. Taft mentions the President’s uncertain stance and expects Carter’s visit to the President.
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Taft
Carter
Roosevelt
San Francisco
St. Frangie
Unti
Gete
Hawaii GOMES First Should War Occur
Rep Geo A Loud warns that infiails from Pearl Harbor hold great naval significance for U S security. He and colleague Mr Loud, both Tat party members, study Hawaii's defense posture amid talk of potential conflict. They note cable links and communications could be severed in a war scenario and discuss Hawaii’s strategic position and naval prospects.
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United States
Hays
Geo A. Loud
Republiccan
Midgan
Mr. Loud
Tat Party
Westember
Naval Affaire Committee
Congress
Hawaii
Pearl Marbor
Will Appropriation for Hawaii Naval Station Gaining Support
The article reports Republican Congressman Henry Cooper backing a Pearl Harbor naval station appropriation after a Pearl Harbor visit. He says Congress will act soon to fund the project, viewing the site as impregnable and vital for defense should war arise, with a swift decision expected.
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Pearl Harbor
Taft
Henry 4. Cooper
Wikcanala
Congress
Wuld
Fn Castere
Chilad
Pacific
Tay
Coucre
Carter Won't Quit, Governor Controversy Rages
Acting Governor Atkin reports a cablegram that Governor Carter may reconsider resignation. The garbled dispatch hints at political pressure amid uncertain leadership. Details remain unclear due to distorted text.
Swangy to Japan on Manchuria trip for Congress study
Swangy president of the Plant . ore Association sails tonight on the Manchuria for a round trip to Japan. He aims to better acquaint himself with members of Congress and the Taft party during the voyage. A companion remark about a reception is noted with a light personal aside.
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Swangy
Ore! Association
Manchuria
Japan
Congress
Taft Party
Witte's Appointment A Peace Triumph
The appointment of M. De Witte as chief of the Russian Peace Commissioners replacing Mura vieftre is hailed as a triumph by the antiwar faction. In Kiel, Germany Kaiser Wilhelm elevates King Oscar to Grand Admiral. In Folsom, a murderer received the death penalty for killing a prison guard during a jail break attempt in 1904.
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St, Petersburg
Russia
M. de Witte
Muravieftre
Japan
Kiel
Germany
Kaiser Wilheim
Oscar
Folsom
Murphy
Hie
Colter
Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Plantation Visit by Party
A party of six coaches carried visitors and local professionals from a Pall start to Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Plantation. They viewed cane fields, sugar making, and plantation operations, with some members including Miss Roosevelt and Secretary Tatty touring the plantation and laborers’ quarters before returning to Honolulu for luncheon.
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Pearl Harbor
Kates
Fiestore
Hawaii
Ha Aolulu
Geo. E Pow
Naval Affaire Comiteton
Hull
Connecticut
Mra
A. B. Payne
New York
Wayne
Henry A. Coop Oe
Wisconsin
Swim
Br Sherley
Kentucky
Reprenentas Nive
Lyon
Niblwck
Niblack
Priel Herbst
Fou
Iraquari
Honolulu
Naval Wharf
Tillybo
Miss Roosevelt
Tatty
Honolulu Plantation
Haw Waiian
Barefoot Sandals in All Sizes for Men and Women
An ad note touts barefoot sandals in all sizes for men and women promising comfort and light wear in a pleasant climate. It emphasizes affordable pricing and ready availability.
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William Th, Taft
Wan
Hoxonvia
Reese
The
Kash Company
Lane
Hawaiian Trust Co., Ltd
Fort Street, Honolulu
Teddy
Gomes
Congressman Loud
Hawaii Naval Station
Jack Sles
Gable
Homer
Thind
Olle
Ake F. C. Enos
WAITY
King
NR. Fort
Swanzy
Meeker
Chicago Dailysewn
Alameda
J. Hopp & Co., Young Bldg
Tiflis
Revolutioniats
Witte
Kaiser
Pear Harbor
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