Schwab Holds Different View on Steel Tariff Revisions
Charles M. Schwab of United States Steel told a House committee that a blanket tariff cut would be unwise. He urged targeted hikes in some steel lines while others may need lower duties, opposing Andrew Carnegie who favored general steel tariff reductions.
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Washington
Charles M. Schwab
United States Steel Company
Andrew Carnegie
House
Schwab
Carnegie
New York
Taft withdraws offer to Burton for secretaries post
President-elect Taft has withdrawn his portfolio offer to Burton for political reasons. The proposed office was secretary of the treasury.
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Washington
Taft
Burton
Secretary of the Treasury
Taft Spending Day at Capital
President elect Taft arrived in Washington and met with President Roosevelt at the White House. The two talked long in private, and Taft reportedly shared information about the Panama Canal scandal from his New York visit.
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Washington
Taft
White House
Georgia
Roosevelt
New York
Famous Japanese War General Inouye Dies in Tokyo
General Inouye one of Japan’s most distinguished officers died in Tokyo at age 57. He earned fame for leadership in the China war and the Russo-Japanese conflict, noted for statesmanship.
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Stokio
Inouye
China
Congress Turns Tables on Teddy
The senate passed a bill creating a Senate committee to investigate the Secret Service Bureau. The panel will report on methods, order of work, and the use of agents by President Roosevelt for personal and political purposes, aiming to settle rumors.
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Washington
Senate
Congress
Secret Service Bureau
Roosevelt
Venezuela declares war on Holland amid coast fortifications
Caracas announces war on the Dutch with a national call to arms and strengthened coast defenses. The government says retaliation against Castro policies is supported by the people, and Congress has aligned with popular mandates.
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Washington
Department of State
Caracas
Venezuela
Holland
Assembly
Congress
Castro
Hains Trial Proceeds Over Bayside Killing Case
In Flushing Long Island, the trial of T. J. Hains, brother of Annis’ slayer, enters rapid stage with jurors seated. Prosecution to begin witness exam with bystanders on the Bayside wharf noting Annis’ murder. seeks to prove Hains’ accomplice role and joint pursuit of the victim. Defense contends the brothers did not intend to meet Annis and that Captain Hains shot first after concern over Mrs. Hains’ relations.
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United Press Service
Flushing
L. I
T. J. Hains
Annis
Bayside
Hains
Pro Castro Regime Faces Overthrow in Venezuela Chaos
Caracas swarms with mobs burning Castro in effigy amid calls for his removal as acting president Gomez falters. Dutch seizures and Europe’s stance inflame unrest, threatening a Dutch backed revolution and possible government change.
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Caracas
Castro
Venezuela
Europe
Netherlands
Gomez
Republic
Holland
First Turkish Congress Opens in Constantinople
The first Turkish parliament convened in Constantinople today under the sultan’s new constitution. Abdul Hamid was greeted with cheers as crowds celebrated the historic event amid festive observances and public acclaim.
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Abdul Hamid
Roosevelt and World Clash Over Panama Libel Case
The New York World and President Roosevelt trade harsh rhetoric over libel actions and government punishment. The paper ridicules the president as czar-like while demanding a full investigation of the Panama affair and denouncing any move against publishers.
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Roosevelt
New York
Panama
Senate Adopts Resolution To Question President Roosevelt
The Senate unanimously approved a measure to appoint a committee to visit President Roosevelt and obtain the facts supporting his insinuations about a secret service probe of members of Congress. The panel will request that the president furnish the information in his possession. A humorous Exchange.
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Washington
Senate
Roosevelt
Congress
Jeanie Sets Sail With Large Alaska Road Shipment
The steamer Jeanie will depart Seattle for Valdez next Monday carrying a 400 ton Alaska road commission cargo including 12 horses. Lieutenant Orchard departs for Skagway as the Bertha is laid up in dry dock for annual overhaul, with Jeanie serving as substitute vessel.
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Seattle
Jeanie
Valdez
Alaska Road Commission
Orchard
Skagway
Bertha
Anton Rudi Arrives From Little Chena for Fairbanks Holidays
Anton Rudi arrived in town from Little Chena where the creek is staked from head to mouth and many prospectors are at work this winter. He will stay in Fairbanks over the holidays.
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Anton Rudi
Little Chena
Rudi
Fairbanks
Booth Regains Sight After Cataract Operation
London December 17 General Booth of the Salvation Army was operated on this afternoon for a cataract. The operation was highly successful and it is believed the general will fully recover his eyesight.
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United Press Service
London
Booth
Salvation Army
Tanana Couple Is Divorced
Herb Willson was today granted a divorce from his wife Euelah Haskins Wilson by default after she failed to appear. The couple, well known in Fairbanks, married in Tanana last year but their marriage soon soured and a separation followed.
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Seattle
Herb Willson
Euelah Haskins Wilson
Big Plans for Eagles Dance Invite Extended
Rumor misstarted that the Eagles dance tomorrow night is members only. All friends of the order are invited and a large attendance is expected. The Eagles promise a splendid evening with big preparations for guests.
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Eagles
The
Order
Klondiker Catches the Speed Craze on the Coast
Seattle December 17 Stahley Scearce Dawson merchant has become a fervent motor car tourist touring the Washington coast and British Columbia with Mrs Scearce accompanying him. He plans a long trip through old Mexico then a return to Dawson via automobile and ship the car to Whitehorse to attempt the Dawson journey by trail.
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Hhis
Washington
British Columbia
Kaiser quits alcohol as he reshapes rule in Berlin
Emperor William, still recovering from illness, orders a total life change and has stopped all alcohol. He has lost weight and appears aged, reflecting worry over conflicts with his ministers and the Reichstag.
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Berlin
William
Kaiser
Reichstag
Wireless Station Fort Yukon Sees Strong Progress
Lieutenant Jennet reports to Colonel Thompson on the Alaska wireless telegraph system under the signal corps. He commends the crew for industrious effort and personal pride, noting an excellent preliminary setup with needed additions to boost service for the North. He urges a maximum capacity station at Fort Yukon be established at once.
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United Press Service
Seattle
Jennet
Alaska
Thompson
Alaskan Signal Corps
North
Fort
Yukon
Chief Biggy Funeral Held in San Francisco
Funeral services for the late Chief Biggy were held in San Francisco this afternoon with a small crowd of relatives and close friends in attendance. The department he formerly led was represented in the procession. A tongues lash awaits a man tied to a woman for life.
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United Press Service
San Francisco
Chief Biggy
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