Philippines Question Dominates Senate Debate
The Senate debated Philippine policy with talk of Taft Chaffee differences and calls for oversight. Senators pressed for clear information on the war in the Philippines, questioned General Lawton's statements, and discussed a potential commission to investigate conduct and diplomacy in the islands. The body adjourned after further resolving to consider a joint inquiry and reciprocity ideas linked to Cuba.
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Winato
Chater
Hamdin
Cormuck
Masra
Senate
Mel Habrie
Stepa
Rivnwis Ieidian
Paion Mietivy Rethway Company
Palippine Communien
Devlis
Meriog
Aguinalda
Philippines
Seraitor Hoar
Taft
Chatfee
Goldiers
Lawton
Howr
Sisten
Jannuary
Otix
Chaffee
Republis
Cuba
Spether
Bletare
Japan
Ledge Tregel
Philiptise Commission
Eetlofa
Mernagk
Erin
Philippine Committee
Pegerwion
Mason
Dingler
Cole
Cabinet focuses on appointing U S representatives to coronation
The Washington cabinet discusses appointing three U S envoys for King Edward IIs coronation, with Whitelaw Reid General James H Wilson Captain James B Clark named. J P Morgan Jr Edmund Lincoln Buller and William Wetmore are listed for three seats. Preparations for Prince Henry of Prussia visit and potential White House state dinner are noted.
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Washington
Jenunary
Hdwer
Neapethy
Whitelaw Reid
New York
United States Army
James H. Wilson
Delaware
United States Navy
Hames B. Clark
Oregon
White House
Prince Henry of Germany to Visit New York Harbor
Report notes Prince Henry of Germany will arrive in New York in mid October aboard a steamer bringing him to the port. He will be greeted by naval escorts and parade up the bay with Admiral Dewey’s flagship leading the procession into New York Harbor.
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Prince Henry
Germany
New York
Alent Ebony
New York Harbor
Sindy Hook
Admirt Dewey
Longingay
Ierar
Rebley DD. Evans
Ho In
Rivers and Harbors Committee Report From Baltimore
Washington reports detail the Rivers and Harbors Committee meeting in Baltimore with George Bartel of Maryland as permanent chair and twelve reports from twenty two states. Boston Chamber president William A. Lincoln urges adequate river and harbor improvements to yield returns for the people. A Baltimore delegation and others addressed the House committee on necessary navigation projects and canal impacts.
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Washington
Commercea
Neapd
Baltimore
Jas Fulimo
George Bartel
Mhtindelphn
Congress
Bern
John W. Cynder
Mageathuaette
Conmiittee
Montmomt
Bet Meyer
Terence
Thvy
Teftie
William A. Lincoln
Chamber of Mommorne
Boston
Willan
Naviga Fun Congress
Feneral Congressu
Renewal of Hostilities Intimated by Texas Federal Offices
Fragmented dispatches from Washington reveal intimations of renewed active hostilities. The notices discuss potential reappointment of officials and hint at political strategizing surrounding Drake and Browneville, with tensions rising between Hawley and Lyon factions.
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Godaeneck Bi
Weather Report For Oklahoma and Indian Territory
Washington dispatch reports unsettled weather with showers in the east for Wednesday and variable winds. Thursday fears include showers in eastern areas and variable winds across Oklahoma and Indian Territory, with moderate changes in temperatures.
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Washington
Oklahome
Indian Territory
Senator Arthur P. German Re-elected to U S Senate
Former United States Senator Arthur P. German was today re-elected to the Senate seat he previously held before losing in the general election. The vote occurred amid senatorial contests referenced across Kentucky Maryland and Ohio with mentions of Foraker.
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Oensary
Kentucky
German Iaryland
Foraker
Ohio
Appapolis
Jaguarr
United States
Arthur P. German
Senate
Political shifts mark Kentucky and Ohio senatorial selections
The report notes James J. McCreary’s formal election as Cotton States Senator by Kentucky’s legislature and Joseph B. Foraker’s pending Ohio seat confirmation. It covers house and senate votes, resignations, and upcoming joint sessions to finalize the picks. Wellington’s retirement and Gorman’s anticipated March seating are also mentioned.
Admiral Schley Address Delivers Enthusiastic Reception in Kavannah
In Kavannah Georgia on January 14 Admiral Schley, with General W W Gordon, spoke to teachers and students at a college and to representative citizens. He praised the bravery of Spanish American War soldiers and urged development of mind and heart to secure happiness and progress.
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Kavannah
Preadeng Wright
Jesus
Schley
Spain
W. W. Gorden
German Tariff Debate Mirrors U S Law Push
Horlin proposes amendment to German tariff bill modeled on American law to regulate imports and pressure foreign goods. Report notes German wire makers and steel products sold cheaper abroad, while domestic costs rise, prompting claims of discrimination and a push to curb foreign influence.
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Horlin
Haren Heyl Bo
United States
Shine
Felipe
Rheaten
Avaking
Alvovig
Angeli
Batten
Tome
Omni
Fowe
Howe
Unexplained Nitroglycerine Wagon Explosion Shocks Indiana
A nitroglycerine wagon exploded near Marion Indiana injuring a teamster and causing a crater several feet deep. The blast was felt across Eastern Indiana and authorities investigated whether the detonation originated from a nearby storage hall or a passing wagon.
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Muncie
Ind
Wan
Indiana
Grant County
Alybert Hayes
BASCOCKS BILL AIMS TO FREE IRON AND STEEL ARTICLES
In Washington on January 14 Representative Babcock proposes to place iron and steel items on the free list and cut duties broadly. The plan targets heavy furnace products while other items in the schedule would see about half the current rates, reshaping tariff policy.
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Washington
Babcouk (Wit
Intrednesdam Bik
Tron
New National Banks for Texas
The comptroller of the currency approved two Texas bank formations. T. J. Poole, James B. Holloway, John Hillett, John B. Novellus, and N. H. Koeh organize the First National Bank of El Campo with a $20,000 capital. T. H. Leever, F W Witzpatrick, J. M. Mathews, T. M. Wieming, and W. H. Seay organize the Merchants and Planters National Bank of Mount Pleasant with $50,000 capital.
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Washington
Comptroller of the Currency Today
T. J. Poole
James B. Holloway
John Hillett
John B. Novellus
N. H. Koeh
First Nations Bank of
el Campo
Texas
T. H. Leever
F W, Witzpatrick
J. MB. Mathews
T. M Wieming
W. H. Seay
National Bank
Mount Pleasant
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Main St
Houston, Tex
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Levy
Capitol and Main
Travis St
Peden &Co
Hartwell Iron Works
Houston
Barden
Electric and Machinery Co
Harrison Bros. & Co., Inc
State of Texas
H.P. McLaughlin & Co
Conneelley & CO
Main Street
Cargo Eagle Portland Cement
W. L. Macatee & Sons
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Victoria County
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Victoria
Lunn
Moone
Elam
Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Company
Ben Wilbush
Texas Ave
Charleston
Mats Rou
State Daily
Posener Department
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Fia
Henry of Prussia
Baltimore Congress
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Lyon
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Gorman
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James J. McCreary
Ate Creary
Dehee Th. Senaiwe
Exorernor
W. C. Prrathler
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Hesc Oal Senate
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Colt States
Joseph B. Paraker
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Repuublicant
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