Congress Opens Both Houses in Regular Form
The House convened in regular session to read the president’s annual message as part of the new Congress. A quorum of 303 members was reported, and the opening featured routine business, a moment of silence for the late Henry Burk, and the reading of the message amid republican applause.
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Henry Burk
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Missouri
Pennsylvania
Oklahoma
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Tennessee
Colorado
Barnes
State of the Union
Philippines
House approves Indian service appropriations for Nebraska and South Dakota
Washington reports recommended appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1905. Items of note include a Omaha warehouse for Indian goods, Canton asylum funding, Genoa and Chamberlain Indian schools, and Mandreau school allocations. Details cover per pupil costs, superintendent salaries, repairs, and shop facilities.
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South Dakota
Washington
House
South Dakkota
Omaha
Indian Service
Canton
Genoa
Neb
Chamberlain
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Mandreau
M. C
Heal of Drake estate wind-up stirs will validity doubt
Centerville Indiana Dr J J Sawyer appointed by Drake heirs to wind up affairs publicly notifies creditors to file claims. He and heirs challenge Des Moines will as mere formality not reflecting General Drake's true lasting wishes.
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Sawyer
Centerville
J. J. Sawyer
Drake
Des Moines
Transition From Extra to Regular Senate Session
Washington the Senate closed the extraordinary session and began the regular session in a nearly seamless transition. The day featured two prayers, a reading of the president's message, and the Cuban reciprocity bill as Mr Cullom urged passage for U S trade. The post office investigation resolution drew amendments from Mr Gorman, with split views on timing and scope, and was postponed until tomorrow as Mr Culberson spoke on Cuba.
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Washington
Senate
Myr. Cullom
Penrose
Platt
General Bristow
Culera
National Workers' Union Formed In St Louis
A union of unemployed laborers in St Louis has elected officers and drafted a constitution for the National Workers' Union. About 100 men without steady jobs have joined or shown interest. a next meeting is set for Tuesday to adopt the constitution. The group aims to coordinate with employers and spur nationwide affiliate unions after organization is perfected.
Davidson Tours Manchuria and Reports Russian Troop Strength
US consul Jamey Davidson, in transit from Tamsui to St Petersburg, describes four months in Manchuria noting Russian troop concentration near key lines and Windostock totaling about 200000. Admiral Alexieff rejects claims Port Arthur is intended for Russia's primary use, aiming to keep it cheap for military needs. The rumor mill also notes Chinese preparations and potential US China treaty ratification effects amid Russian influence.
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Russia
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China
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An Tang
Daily Mails
Tiensin
National Workers' Union Forms Among Unemployed in St Louis
A union of unemployed men in St Louis is forming under the name National Workers' Union. About 100 men with irregular work seek organization, with officers elected: President Robert Wilson, Vice President Sidney Smith, Secretary Treasurer W. W. Jane. A follow up meeting will draft the constitution and invite all unemployed city residents.
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Leasing System Condemned by Indian Association
The National Indian association, in its twenty fourth anniversary session at University Place Presbyterian church, urged Indians be discouraged from leisure and luxury from land leases, arguing civilization should curb selfishness. Also reports show November government receipts 44,092,594 and expenditures 17,427,788 with a 2,735,195 deficit. customs down 3.37 million. internal revenue up 2.585 million. war department spending down 1.45 million.
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Darwin R. James
Washington
War Department
San Domingo unrest and US role muddled in capital
In Washington Senor Galvan's visit revives talk of Wesly Gil's bid for reinstatement with US backing. State Department denies any protectorate aim, pledges to protect American interests and trade only. Wesly Gil slated to arrive. three San Domingo revolutions reported led by Morales and others. US recognition conditions outlined for provisional government. Separate item notes Smoot opposition effort by women’s groups and a fire at Miami Military Institute in Germantown, Ohio causing under 40,000 dollars in damages.
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Morales
Denlomatic
Powell
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Sala
Steamship Company
Qoast
Panama Accepts Hay-Bunau-Varilla Treaty Action
Panama announces approval of the canal treaty with the junta and foreign affairs ministry confirming ratification without modification. Officials open the document in the palace as telegrams from Panama report unanimous consent and a formal act of approval. In the United States, Panamanian authorities confirm the treaty's ratification and convey the unanimous endorsement by the junta. The dispatch notes the single English-language copy and the ceremonial handling by Panamanian leaders. Nearby, a separate report mentions a homicide case in New Mexico involving a husband’s death and allegations against the wife, with conflicting accounts of the motive and shooter.
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Washington
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