Legal views on territories and federal power in war era
Attorney General arguments examine whether the United States may govern and tax conquered territories and how treaties and statutes interact with territorial acquisitions. Discussion covers power of Congress, the president as commander in chief, and implications for Territories like Puerto Rico, New Mexico, and Arizona.
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Con‘greés
Origes
Songrounds al Waya
United States
Internal Revenue
Congress
Ito
Griggs
Aiffernnes
Porto Rico
Oklsbona
New Mexico
Arizona
Coneres
United Lates
Lin Suvercheaty
Neretary
Mnal
Howe
United
Origa
Mudge
Mirlin
Herove
Plan for China talks faces opposition from powers
A late January dispatch from Pekin and Washington reports mixed reaction to the United States proposed approach to Chinese negotiations. The Chinese plenipotentiaries show reluctance, while Britain and other powers weigh impacts on trade and joint actions. The piece notes anti foreign sentiment in Shanghai and the strategic stakes for Europe and the United States.
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Ikwan
United States
Europeain Chancellonen
Thrio
China
Ohiin
Washington
Theropis
Onna
Britain
Shanghai
Morlig
Russia
Germany
Great Britain
Powers decline proposed shift of Chinese peace talks
Paris January 10. A correspondent reports that the United States and other powers will decline a government suggestion to move the Chinese peace negotiations from Pekin to Washington.
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Paris
Hore
Associated Proo Dearna
Tly Casif
Pekin
Washington
Prince Chonan to Be Honored Review Held for Prince Obuin
The Germany will hold a ceremonial review to honor Prince Obuin, brother of the emperor, who fell in Pekin. Prince Chueo suya bo dieg hot will officially represent the court, though widely known for his brother’s continent links.
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Chonan
Germany
Prince Obuin
Ajay Privot
Pekin
Chueo Suya Bo Dieg Hot
Major Burtank 85 a Civil War veteran and We Pieay Une editor
Majonm Hurdank, long time writer and editor of We Pieay Une, died suddenly in a motor vehicle accident in New Orleans. A Massachusetts native, he served in the Civil War with the 4th Massachusetts regiment and rose to major, serving as an aide to General Philip Sheridan. He later joined the Meany une after the war and remained active in Republican circles.
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New Orleano
Loose OCR Summary of Varied 19th Century News Items
A compilation of political, legal, and international notes with scattered mentions of senators, governors, and clergy. References to the Paris note, South Africa, Texas politics, and local incidents surface amid fragmented reports and stock market hints.
War Dispatches Report Boer Attacks and Kitchener Rally
The article cites General Kitchener reporting January 7 night Boer assaults on posts Belna t Wondercoolle Noolihedt and Wildfantern with heavy fighting. Two dozen Boers and one officer killed, 59 wounded, 24 dead counted. Convoy to Gordon's Brigade north of Krugeraden attacked. Boers driven off with 11 dead.
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London
Adrien Growy
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Fetter
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Lord Thoberta
Wileelpe
Capetown
Kitchener
Domande
Lord Coleridee
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Terning
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Belnat
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Wilidfantern
Gordon
Krugeraden
Tever
Hazing Questions Mark Congressional Hearing on West Point
Cadet William J Gettin of Montana testified about hazing at West Point during a congressional inquiry. He described the fighting sessions, two minute rounds, and the discipline regime used to enforce obedience. The questioning focused on whether hazing violated oath requirements and academy rules. The hearing adjourned to 7:40.
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N. Y
Military Academy
William J. Gettin
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Hoon
Veghia Derweei
Betton
Contéere
Marquin
Queensbury
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Heltinon
Drigghton
Wehrs
Bettison
Cadec Boog
Boog
Boom
Cupplea
Hellisan
Five Thousand Boers Move Toward Cape Colony Heart
Five thousand Boers trek west from Vryburg toward the heart of Cape Colony, according to the Capetown war department. The report suggests they have captured garrisons along the route as they advance toward January 10.
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Cape Colony
Vryburg
Capetown
Daily Mall
President Improving Amid Illness Reports
A Washington dispatch notes the president is readily improving though he is not yet up for several days. No event has occurred to raise concerns about his recovery and officials expect he will remain in bed for a while.
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Washington
Prasent
Admiral Phelps Death Reported in New York
The article notes the death of Rear Admiral Thoway FP near Phelps New York on January 10 and references an event tonight related to the person.
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Phelps
New York
Aduiral
We Mouton
DP. c
Preumona
Gas deposit found near Thomasion in accidental cave
A curious find near Thomasion reveals a gas bearing rock salt deposit in an underground cave. A rabbit hunter, chasing quarry, uncovered the cavern and crystals of salt hang from the ceiling creating a striking sight. Investigations and reports prompt officials to assess the cave’s dimensions and potential mining prospects.
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Thomasion
Atugnoll
Svein
Rescue Efforts Rally as Frantic Sea Tries to Save Stranded Ship
Passengers and crew aboard a French steamer stranded near Faraman face starvation as rescue teams launch boats in violent weather. A prior attempt to launch boats failed, but a later effort succeeded in reaching the Rug Bie with supplies. The ship’s crew and passengers signal for aid while divers and rafts are deployed to bridge the gap to shore.
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Muraeilion
Ted
Ted Pipinin
Gai
Busch
Fofetoek
Oran
Faraman
Atineheil
Treasury Debates Gold and Silver Bill Proposals in Congress
Washington January hearing before the House committee on coinage and measures featured Horace White of New York and other prominent financiers urging exchange options for gold and silver coin. The Overstreet and Levy bills would involve the gold reserve fund and government bonds to support coinage policy, with debate over parity and bankers’ willingness to accept either metal.
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Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Igo
Horace White
New York
Tolay
Houde Commie
United States
Treasury
Chaipman Southard
John H. Rhodes
New York Chamber of Commerce
Congress
Levy
Ninel
Uha
Bryan
Ima
aniWard
Gace Path
Silla
White
Gage
Bla Experianon
Mamah
Hfe
Walt
Local Reports Question Jeffrias-Rubdlin Usht Delays
Erroneous reports from Ohio civic notices claim the Jeffrias-Rubdlin Usht event scheduled for February 15 is declared false by Barn erin authorities. Directors and President Hobart issue statements denying the claims.
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Inclamati
Ohio
Barnerin
Joly Pree
Hobart
Thor
Tillman Denies Disagreement Amid Bryan Policy Claim
Senator Tillman of South Carolina rejects reports of a rift between Limself and Bryan. He asserts there is unity within the party and says Bryan and Limself align on the party’s designated policy.
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Tillman
Wathinton
South Carolina
Yeday
Limself
Ww. A. Bryan
Eis
Deleon
Bryan Wi
Ratte
Hepburn Attacks Rivers and Harbors Bill in Capitol Speech
Washington reports show Representative Hepburn of Iowa vociferously opposing the rivers and harbors measure while Cushman of Washington defends it. The debate centers on alleged favoritism toward member states, with charts shown to illustrate allocations and a call for nationwide benefit beyond local gain.
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Washington
Hartere Gil
Cushman
Wash
Hepourn
Jeter Hay
Seattle
Cumbiian
Wren
Sentle
Clark
N. H
Shackelford
Hepburn
State of Michigan
Michigan
Caesar
Gaul
Gall
Asid
Gushman
Alexander
N. Y
International Asphalt Company forms amid antitrust concerns
New asphalt concern based in Chicago announced yesterday its incorporation as the International Asphalt Company. Key organizers include R. F. Comway J. P. Reed and J Q Carthy. The firm plans to secure asphalt supply from South America and export materials for construction uses, aiming to control raw material flow and counter antitrust scrutiny.
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Internati Phate
Asphalt Tee
R. F. Comway
J. P. Reed
JQ Carthy
South Americ
Re International
South Co
Buvh
Maryland Legislature Weighs Disfranchising Literate Negroes
A Baltimore Post report says Maryland lawmakers discuss a plan to disfranchise literate Black voters. Governor Smith hesitates as Democratic leaders debate the bill’s chances in the Senate and House. Thomas Gordon Hayes supports the reform effort in Baltimore.
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Baltimore
Maryland
Readi Crate
John Walter Smit
Senate
Democratic Reform
Timore
Thomas Gordon Hayes
Erie TV and Telegraph Company Plans Mortgage Agreement
January 10 report states Erie TV and Telegraph company seeks to mortgage assets to cover existing debt and secures an agreement with the Postal company of Texas for wiring work. The listing notes plans for financing and partnership to maintain operations.
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Erie TV and Telegraph Company Stockhelde
Postal Company of Texas
Ws Company
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