Roberts Case: Congress Committee resumes hearings in Utah dispute
The Roberts investigating committee met in private at 10 am to discuss procedure and subpoenas as Mr. Roberts prepared to continue his argument against the committee’s right to try him. A Utah representative seeks to be sworn in, arguing due process and constitutional qualifications, while Protestants’ affidavits are questioned for timing and credibility.
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Union Seeks Detail on Mill Wage Increase
Lawrence reports a male spinner's union committee sought exact wage rise details from local mill agents ahead of the Dec 18 change. Agents indicated the rise will match other New England cities and reportedly exceed 10 percent, with a Friday union report planned. A strike remains possible but unlikely given the voluntary increase.
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Two Sailors Die From Gas At Boston Hotel
In Boston two sailors aboard the Olympia registered at the Charlesbank hotel West End last night. Gas filled their room and both men, identified as John Barratt and William Peterson, were found unconscious this morning. Barratt died. Peterson was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital and later moved to the ship Wabash.
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Local notices and lectures fill Middlesex agenda
Middlesex County whips up town affairs with a Smith avenue widening hearing at 2 pm Friday. Literary Union lectures begin Wednesday the 20th at the town hall with A. Roe of Worcester on The Governors of Massachusetts. Remaining talks feature George Barton, Edwin Mead, Edward Abbott, Henry Hastings, and a February concert. Unitarian church organ installation by Lane of Waltham to be tested with a recital. School board vacancy to be filled by a later March municipal year. dog Spot the canine dies at 16. various book notices and education pieces accompany this community update.
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Cornell Univ Register 1899 1900 Shows Largest Enrollment
The Cornell University Register for 1899 1900 records 2240 total, up from 2088 last year, with 412 degrees conferred in June 1899 totaling 5167. It notes 314 faculty, up from 281, and higher entrance requirements aligned with public schools, effective 1900 for several degrees.
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Taylor Inaugurated in Kentucky Amid Weather Delays
Governor elect William S. Taylor took the oath in Frankfort as a lighter crowd faced a Dec 12 blizzard. He vowed to repeal the Goebel election law, while Gov. Bradley urged scrapping it. Chief Justice Hazelrigg administered the oath as contests began against Republican victors.
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Brooke Called Home as Wood Expected to Succeed in Cuba
Washington December 12 The President via Secretary Root summoned Major General Brooke Governor General of Cuba to return to Washington for consultation at the White House and Capitol. Brooke not to return to Cuba. Leonard Wood to be Governor when his promotion as major general of volunteers is confirmed. Corbin says no knowledge of Brooke recall. Brooke expected back in January on leave.
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Debate on Currency Bill Opens Big Week in House
In Washington on December 12 the House pressed ahead with the currency bill, ordering three night sessions to consider the measure. Key speakers included Grosvenor of Ohio in favor and Cochran of Missouri and Wilands of Nevada against it, while Driggs of New York pledged to support the gold standard. Grosvenor invoked Republican triumphs and attacked Democratic charges, ending with the House adjourning at 5 o clock after announcing the death of Ohio’s Danford.
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Senate duel over Dewey recognition and Merriam charges
Washington December 12 see a Senate clash as Mr Pettigrew demands a navy answer on whether Admiral Dewey formally or informally recognized the Philippine republic at Manila. Mr Chandler objects and both men trade sharp remarks as politics intrude on a quiet session.
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Navy Vessel Classification Bill Introduced in Senate
Washington December 12 Senator Hale introduced a bill to classify navy vessels into four classes excluding torpedo boats with ships over 5000 tons as first class and a downward graduation. First and second rate ships to be commanded by captains, others by lower grade officers. Hoar re introduces bird protection bill. McBride seeks higher pay for letter carriers up to 1200 dollars. Sullivan proposes pension roll publication.
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Senators Spooner Butler Reintroduce Public Health and Postal Bills
Senator Spooner re introduces last Congress bill to create a public health commission. Senator Butler re introduces a postal savings bank bill and a proposal to buy postal cars.
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Senate confirms Wood for major general volunteers
In executive session the Senate confirmed Leonard Wood as major general of volunteers and Herbert Putnam of Massachusetts as librarian of Congress, with Doane presiding in Washington in December.
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Political and Financial Questions in Porto Rico debated
Washington December 12 cabinet meets to discuss Porto Rico political status and financial issues. Secretary Root cites governor general's petition and asks Congress for action to define islanders' status. War Department favors a stable government, President and cabinet seek a Louisiana-like arrangement. A future message to Congress may outline steps to improve affairs on the island.
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Outlaws Suppressed at Jutiapa Border Skirmish
Washington reports United States Minister Hunter informed the state department that disturbances at Jutiapa near the Salvador border on the 2nd were not a revolutionary outbreak but an invasion by a few outlaws, now suppressed. The note includes a light humor aside and a health ad promoting Hood's Sarsaparilla.
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