Quiet stance as inquiry lingers over Roosevelt case
Miles and Dewey refuse to speak on the matter as Schley weighs an appeal. Friends push for congressional inquiry as the sole path to vindication remains open.
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1901
Page
1
Miles and Dewey refuse to speak on the matter as Schley weighs an appeal. Friends push for congressional inquiry as the sole path to vindication remains open.
The article discusses reactions to Secretary Maclay's dismissal, portraying it as vindication for Admiral Dewey and weighing political and departmental implications. It outlines administration views, potential moves to retire Maclay, and hints of congressional scrutiny while naming Dewey, Admiral Schley, and other officials amid a broader battle over war department records.
A fragmented report notes the White House remains closed through the year end. President Roosevelt and family, aided by Dr. Hixes, reportedly toured the Potomac aboard the Parliament yacht Dolphin, and will depart in a few days.
The Civil Service Commission notified Edgar Maclay and linked navy yard official Richard W. Maclay that charges and suggestions of removal arose from a reformist inquiry. President Proctor and the commission stated removals require just cause and written notice, not political motive, with no violation of civil service rules found.
Special to The Tests New York reports Attorney General Knox faced Senate scrutiny over confirmation pledges and possible steel trust actions. The piece cites Secretary Martin and Senator Hoar, noting promises to pursue antitrust and trust-busting reforms and questioning Knox's fitness for the role.
Weather forecast notes cloudy conditions with elevated winds across the region. A separate item reports Job Pipkins, an inferred merchant, shot and killed a man named Joti Manan near Forrest, Arkansas, detailing the incident.
Washington reports that Argentina and Chile resolved their long running dispute with a direct agreement, withdrawing forces and signaling peaceful ties. Public relief followed as both governments pledged to avoid further conflict, while negotiators turn to future regional stability and arbitration of border issues.
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