Roosevelt urges Alaska land reform and Indian policy
The president calls for liberal Alaska land laws and better homesteading to build a permanent population, protect forests and fisheries, and grant a delegate in Congress. He also outlines a measured, long term assimilation plan for Indians, with focus on education, diversification of livelihoods, and respect for tribal differences. He stresses government integrity, scientific farming aid, and DC governance improvements.
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Indian Territory
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Louisiana
Texas
Smithsonian Institution
Roosevelt message echoed in London Paris papers
London Times and Paris papers publish that President Roosevelt's address to Congress closely mirrors last year's message in aims and rhetoric. Editors note cautious tone on trusts and tariffs, praise strong navy stance, and see no major policy shift despite calls for constitutional amendments.
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London
Roosevelt
Congress
United States
Paris
Figaro
Notorious burglar identified after Philadelphia manhunt
Charles Westcott was revealed to be George Dickinson, a seasoned burglar. He resisted arrest on a West Philadelphia piazza, shot Policeman Carroll in the foot, and lost $2,500 in stolen silverware and jewelry found at his hotel room. Seventeen robbery victims identified some of the property. Dickinson is tied to Weyl & Dickinson, a brief two month old shirt and waist firm.
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Carroll
Charles Westcott
Westcott
George Dickinson
Charleston
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Trenton
N. J
Boston
Mass
Dickinson
Weyl & Dickinson
West Philadelphia
Scott's Emulsion Offers Daily Care for Children
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Scott
President’s message to Congress draws mixed reviews
The President’s address to Congress prompts careful reading in both houses. Republicans largely call it able and statesmanlike while Democrats criticize, with Grosvenor and Hepburn diverging on tariff and a tariff commission. Democrats Richardson and Cowherd frame the message as limited on trusts and tariff reform.
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Senate
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Ohio
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Iowa
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Tennessee
Cowherd
Missouri
Logansport
Ridgefield and Port Chester Railroad Charter Revival Planned
Greenwich Conn December 2 It is reported the Ridgefield and Port Chester Railroad may be renewed in connection with the New York and Port Chester line. The charter granted 31 years ago was extended but the line unfinished after $250 000 spent. Hiram K Scott of Ridgefield is President Pon Walsh of Greenwich Secretary and Treasurer. The January legislature will hear a renewal bill with a demand that the Ridgefield line be built or the charter forfeited.
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Conn
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Port Chester
New York and
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Port Chester and
New York
Status of Ship Subsidy Bill Moves in House Committee
Washington December 9 An organized push seeks House action on the Ship Subsidy bill now before the Merchant Marine Committee. Despite Senate passage last March, backers fear votes and oppose concurrent amendments. Speaker Henderson's apparent warming stance and Chairman Grosvenor plan a committee meeting to pursue a favorable report. Western opponents remain firm their position could block passage or force unfavorable amendments.
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Morecover
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Hasbrouck Promoted to Brigadier General in Army
Col Henry E Hasbrouck of the artillery is promoted to Brigadier General to fill the Hood retirement vacancy. He may retire soon, enabling the President to promote another veteran colonel near retiring age. Hasbrouck reaches sixty four in October 1903.
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New York Times
Washington
Henry E. Hasbrouck
Artillery
Hood
Hasbrouck
Virginia Case Dropped in Carter Glass Election Probe
Washington dispatch reports Capt John Wise failed to push an inquiry into Virginia election suppression of black votes. The Elec tions Committee No 1 voted unanimously to report adversely the Taylor resolution directing investigation. The move was dropped and Crumpacker may pursue a tougher measure.
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Glass
Mr. Taylor
New York Times
Washington
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Wise
Virginia
Carter Glass
Peter J. Otey
Taylor
Ohio
Crumpacker
Judge Hears Petition to Remove National Salt From Bankruptcy Court
Newark N J Dec 2 Judge Kirk Patrick in the United States District Court reserved decision on creditors petition to remove the National Salt Company from the Bankruptcy Court and to discharge the receivers appointed for the concern last month.
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New York Times
Newark
N. J
Kirkpatrick
United States District Court
National Salt Company
Lawmakers Push Tariff, DC Representation, Pilgrim Landing
Senator Lodger seeks a bill to reduce Philippine goods tariffs to one fourth the Dingley rate. Senator Gallinger proposes a constitutional amendment for District of Columbia statehood and electoral representation. Representative Lovering introduces a $40,000 appropriation to mark the Pilgrims landing. Representative Maynard proposes a $500,000 appropriation for a related project.
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Lovering
New England
Maynard
Virginia
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