Repealing War Taxes Passes Unanimously in House
The War Revenue Reduction bill, removing taxes for Spain War expenses, passed the House without a dissenting vote after Democratic leader Richardsons unanimous consent move. Republicans were astonished by the swift, debate-free action and the quick adjournment following the vote amid an atmosphere of party rivalry.
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Danish West Indies Treaty Ratified by Senate
The Senate ratified the Denmark treaty in just over an hour, ceding St Thomas St John and St Croix to the United States for 5 million dollars. Senator Cullom explained island resources and obligations, noting Denmark’s debts would be cancelled and emphasizing the strategic value of St Thomas harbor for Cuba and any Panama Canal plans.
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West Indies
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Senate ratifies British treaty extension for possessions
Washington February 17 The Senate in executive session today ratified a treaty with Great Britain extending for twelve months from July 28 19% the period within which British colonies or foreign possessions may adhesion to the convention signed March 2 1899 for the tenure and disposition of real and personal property.
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Cuban Reciprocity Topic Debated After War Revenue Bill Passage
Washington reports informal plans form among Ways and Means members to take up Cuban reciprocity after the War Revenue Reduction bill passed. Chairman Payne said no definite plan was matured. Republicans plan further talks later in the week while Democrats met to consider possible action, with no firm line chosen.
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Belgian bids beat British steel in London tram contract
London reports show Belgian steel underbidding British and Scottish firms for electric tramway equipment. Highways Committee endorsed accepting the Belgian bids 18 percent lower than English tenders, signaling UK steel lags behind rivals amid scarce American and German supply.
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Heavy Snowstorm Strikes City Amid Gale and Traffic Blockades
A heavy snowstorm, with gusts to forty mph and temperatures around 30 degrees, paralyzed city traffic all day. Snow fell less than ten inches but drifted brown, blocking streets. elevated trains ran, freight and mail delayed, and several department stores closed. Reports said eight inches to two feet fell across New York and New England. Eastern Pennsylvania saw heavy snow while the West enjoyed clear weather.
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Massive New York Snowstorm Strands City in Weekend
A severe storm blanketed New York and surrounding areas, bringing seven inches by morning with drifts up to five feet on shaded sidewalks. Gusts near forty knots and damp, heavy snow hindered travel as warnings from Washington urged caution and possible blizzard conditions.
Blizzard Sweeps Rural New York and New England
A severe northeast storm dumps heavy snow across New Haven and surrounding regions, piling drifts up to six feet and forcing closures. Seven inch to near two foot totals disrupt electric lines, rail service, and local transit. Bristol reports fifteen inches as steamship schedules slip and ferries stay behind.
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Stari Line
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Blizzard to sunny climb hints at storm aftermath
Hoosick Falls New York reports a heavy snow storm with gale winds starting today in eastern New York, signaling worse weather than two weeks earlier. The item advertises Seaboard Air Line routes from New York at 12:55 p m to sunny Florida and Pinehurst Camden with connections, mentioning offices at 1 133 Broadway.
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Seaboard Air Line Ry
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