Prolonged Debate Over Vietnam War Funding Passes
The House passed the military appropriation bill amid a tense floor debate. Democrats sparred over extending volunteer forces until the regular army expands, while concerns about a potential shift toward a larger standing army dominated discussions. Provisions for an emergency fund and increased ordnance spending were approved, with leaders aiming to avoid broad criticism of the war while awaiting subsequent bills.
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Ariansis
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Alabama
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officansas
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War bill amendments limit volunteers and funding debates
Debates over volunteer enlistment promises, discharge terms, and the McRiemendment shape the war bill. Cannon, Dimond, and Allen push committee amendments and funding for ordnance, supplies, and arms. The Senate and House teams clash on pensions, adjournment timing, and Nicaragua canal actions as sessions proceed.
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appre yuations committee
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Dimond Democrat
Mimou
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France
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Shafroth
Colorado
Peace Treaty Nears Signing After Spanish Rebuffs
Paris report notes Spain rejected most demands from trusted allies at the opening of the session. A coming station on the Curdae Tend to the United States was deferred. A re hearing was granted and the treaty is expected to be finalized within three days.
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Army Camp Controversy and Hospital Supplies Debate
General Sternberg testifies before the investigating commission on contract surgeons and camp sanitation. He cites mismanagement of permanent camps, typhoid misdiagnoses, and costly nurse arrangements while noting adequate regimental staff and recurring supply delays affecting field operations. The session touches on hospital supply issues and supervision at Camp Thomas.
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Alger
Thomas
Sturnlerys
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Ludington
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Tewel
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Worthington’s Life Sentence Upheld by Supreme Court
The California Supreme Court affirmed the Superior Court of Rest County’s life term for Charles Worthington in the murder of Motley. Worthington testified he believed an attack was imminent and fired two shotgun blasts, while the defense urged reversal on criminal act reduction grounds. The court rejected that line of argument.
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Snowfall Covers Rockies and Midwest Regions
Snow blankets the Rocky Mountains and stretches toward the Middle West. The Denver area reports a light wind and heavy snow, with visibility limited by the mantle of white. Meteorologists note the storm began last night and continues to influence travel and daily life across Kansas and Nebraska.
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Wheat and corn futures mixed in December trading near year end
Trading closed with May wheat down to 1.64 prompting gains in some grains while December eased to 1.6473. Corn and oats softened as hog prices held but packer selling pressured diet futures. In other news, the Mexican Boundary Treaty extended the time for completion by one year with Senate ratification in executive session and no opposition.
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Washington Decimator Vest Reintroduces Ban on Appointments
In a follow up to yesterday's debate, the executive session discussed appointing sanitors and house members to presidential commissions. The bill repeats a prohibition on many such appointments and seeks to restrict executive action.
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Jury adjourns as San Francisco judge set to hear Botkins murder case
A San Francisco trial to try Wa Coideln Bothin for the murder of Mrs Bot Yan was scheduled to begin Monday. The court heard opening remarks and the defense sought a continuance. the judge cautioned against delaying further and adjourned for Monday while detectives continue to present evidence. An attempted transfer of prisoner Gillette to Kansas is noted as authorities pursue proper custody.
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Water Famine Hits Vallejo and Suisun Reservoirs
A severe drought is worsening water supplies in Vallejo and Suisun. Vallejo storage has about twelve feet of water left, Suisun storage is completely dry, and the distributing reservoir holds only ten feet. Officials warn of continued strain as limited runoff and allocations threaten residents and farms.
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Praise for Wood Santiago DP CLBA Dec
In Havana today a Catholic sermon lauded General Wood as governor of Santiago and urged Congress to authorize his title. The address endorsed US occupation of Cuba and independence, praising Wood’s potential policy while noting mixed reactions within Cuban groups.
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Evacuation Moves in Western Cuba Reported
Visa General James, head of the United States evacuation commission, indicates he will be military governor of Western Cuba as Washington signals a formal announcement. General Greene to oversee Havana, with streets being cleaned and city sanitation planned as flag changes approach.
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The Divorce Law Through Associate Debate
The article reviews historical divorce doctrine, tracing common law marital status, the concept of cruelty as grounds, and evolving views on gender roles. It notes how vulnerability of wives under coverture shaped legal outcomes and mentions modern critiques from Johnston and others about changing societal norms and the reach of judicial interpretation.
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Inland Court Hears Reports On Divorce And Machinery Rule
Officials discuss delays in divorce actions and a case involving employer liability for machine work. A committee reviews wages, deposits, and sentencing provisions while planning a literary program and an intervening meeting to report on seriousness and officer elections.
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Ceci
Othella Suilner
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George F Chinch
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AS A PACKER VIEWS IT Explains His Position By Anecdote
A Republican packer at a mass meeting in Vienna recounts a tale of a famed organist struggling for wind while a loader behind the pump tries to maintain order. The anecdote is used to illustrate a point about effort and responsibility amid the crowd and officials.
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Fresno's Weal Club Notes and Local Civic Actions
The Hundred Phousi1 Club reports two good attendances and outlines support for Greek trade relations, commends the Los Angeles body for intervening, and details payments for entertaining fruit growers. It notes upcoming meetings with the San Joaquin Tiles Lenders Association, annexation committee work, cemetery road talks, and a joint session at the Eagles hotel to discuss thoroughfare improvements led by Mc Cothier.
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More Trouble for Teddy Taylor the West Side Musician
The case against Teddy Taylor continues after his discharge by Recorder Clark ten days ago. Crutcher pushed the matter with the grand jury as they prepared to adjourn, and Justice St John was urged to issue another warrant. Taylor remained unfound at press time, believed to be on a hunting expedition to the West Side.
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Local residents arrive and depart amid town sightings
JT Peters of Sim and Joe Weil of Sanger were in town yesterday, along with Henry Moirs from Visalia and W H Shafer from Selma. Alex G El from Los Angeles and RC Dorset and bride returned from San Francisco, while Calvin Bigelow traveled from Neal’s for a short visit. Henry Kerr, a prominent grain grower, was noted in Whertille, and other locals including Tob Cins and Miss Davy Voy appeared in Raisin Center and Visalia areas.
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Sim
Joe Weil
Sanger
wis
Henry Moirs
Visaly
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Alex G El
Los Angeles
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Beal in Hock Described as Behind Bars After Arrest
Edward H Beal, famed for matrimonial troubles, was jailed on a threatened offense charge. Constable Albin and others pursued Beal to Sanger, where Beal allegedly threatened to harm his wife’s relatives and associates, including West Gurner, leading to Gurner’s court appearance and a set hearing for this afternoon.
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