Lawmakers Under Fire as Steel Probe Expands
Washington reports show Senate inquiry into Senator Lorimer Illinois faces a new four Republican four Democrat committee investigating conduct. Elbert H. Gary testifies on Tennessee Coal and Iron and steel trust control while public hearings on Canada reciprocity near a vote. Bryan criticizes party on wool tariff while Underwood defends the revenue plan. Arlington Memorial remarks stress avoiding future war.
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Taft Declines Summer White House Site Offer
President Taft informs Governor Eberhart that Congress must designate an official summer White House and appropriate funds. He declines Wayseata as a site, noting only Congress can select and finance the location, even if a favorable climate is offered.
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Taft Expects Salt Lake City Visit in September
President Taft told Senator Smoot he intends to accept an invitation to visit Salt Lake City in September. The trip could extend to the Pacific Coast, seen as boosting his 1912 nomination prospects and plans for the fall.
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