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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1901
Page
1
The report notes colder conditions in the northern portion with a likely fair Wednesday and colder southern sections. Variable winds shifting to faster speeds are expected as fronts move through. later days show northerly winds and continued cooler temperatures.
President sends multiple nominations including consular posts in Warsaw and San Francisco, territorial secretaries and collectors, army and navy officers, and other federal positions across New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, and the Indian Territory. Names include B H Colbert, George H. Ebertt, Clayton McMichael, and John T L Hughes among others.
In Paris Texas on December 1 J Donoval Jr files a deed of trust while creditors pursue recovery. The allegations claim a large ambulties amount and assets listed at 19 000, with the debtor said to have fled the scene.
Washington December 1 The Senate ratified the Hay-Pauncefote treaty by 72 to 8 after hours of debate behind closed doors. Senator Teller led opposition while many spoke for ratification, with key alt plans including the Davis amendment and amendments to nullify prior treaties and clarify neutrality provisions. The vote followed discussions on British involvement and U S control of the canal.
Reports from Washington New York and surrounding cities detail reactions to the Schley court of inquiry verdicts. Admiral Schley faces possible challenges and objections while Secretary Long weighs whether to approve the majority or minority findings, with Dewey's stance and a potential congressional review looming. Public and legal figures express support and concern as the case enters a critical decision phase.
President Roosevelt weighs appointments for Southern posts while consulting Democratic senators and representatives about offices from New Orleans to Alabama. He discusses attorney and marshal positions and plans to reappoint several officials as treaty negotiations with Denmark progress. The talks involve Senate, House members, and regional officials in Washington and Orleans.
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