Senate Considers Detailed Report On Financial Burdens
The Senate moved to require a comprehensive reply to a resolution, asking the Treasury to disclose insolvent national banks in receivership since January 1. The request includes bank names, receivers, compensation, creditor payments, and shareholder details, with bills on street railways and Penal Code also advancing.
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Banks cannot guarantee deposits across states says Controller
Washington January 29 Controller Ridgely sent a letter to Governor Hoch of Kansas outlining the federal stance on interbank guarantees. He cites judicial decisions holding national banks lack authority to guarantee third party obligations, with limited exceptions when they own promissory notes or related liens. The letter notes no power to enter such contracts and says it was sent for opinion to the Attorney General.
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Suit Against Cortelyou Fails in restraining Panama bonds bid
Washington Jan 2 Justice Gould denied the application of George Inv. Austin of New York for a restraining order against Secretary Cortelyou to block the allotment of 221.50.0% worth of Panama Canal bonds to certain national banks. The suit is practically dismissed though a demurrer may seek formal remissal later in the week. The decision rests chiefly on the circular’s right to reject bids.
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National Guard Bill Passed by Albany Senate
Albany Jan 20 An urgent bill to align the state national guard with US army standards was approved by the Senate 39 to 0 after President Roosevelt signed a joint resolution extending the Dick militia law for two years. The measure was expected to need the governor’s signature to comply with the extended timeframe.
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Moving picture show safety bill heads Albany action
Albany report says Assemblyman McGrath introduces a bill requiring first class city theaters to obtain written fire commissioner approval before opening. The fire chief must confirm a fireproof machinery booth and proper fire protection, echoing the Boyertown tragedy.
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Hughes Movement Plans State League Campaign for Hughes
Ex Senator Brackett, head of the Hughes State League, announced plans to address New York audiences on Wednesday and to work through every county to build support for Hughes delegates to the Republican National Convention. He urged practical organization, welcomed help from all quarters, and said the league will send a formal message to Governor Hughes seeking his candidacy and views on national questions. Governor Hughes’s position remains debated among insiders, with some seeking a clear public statement beyond recent club remarks.
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WHY BROWN OPPOSES HUGHES
Former State Senator Elon R. Brown criticizes Governor Hughes for seeking broader executive power, digested legislation, and unclear tariff stance. He argues Hughes is unstable and wrong on corporate policy, saying the community does not want to deter new enterprises but attract them. He cites the Glens Falls speech as evidence.
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Glens Falls
Parsons Men Weaken Over Hughes First Choice Plan
Republicans allied with President Parsons weigh endorsing Governor Hughes as first presidential choice and Secretary Taft as second at the February 20 county committee meeting. Taft supporters hope to strike a balance to avoid a costly delegate fight while Hughes backers push for a strong statewide showing.
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Lincoln Club Endorses Hughes for Presidency in 13th District
The Lincoln Republican Club of New Yorks 13th Assembly District endorsed Governor Hughes as the strongest available presidential candidate. Led by John J. Hahn, the group canvassed the district and adopted resolutions favoring Hughes and opposing Roosevelt’s choice of a successor. The measure condemns Herbert Parsons for blocking the endorsement and aims to send district delegates to the national convention supporting Hughes. A Taft rally attempt at Amsterdam Avenue drew insufficient attendance.
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Manufacturers Oppose Race Betting Surges Support for Hughes
The Manufacturers' Association of New York unanimously endorsed Governor Hughes's stance on racetrack gambling. The board proposed the action, and the group will exert influence to push through Legislature bills the Governor deems necessary. The meeting occurred at Court and Montague streets in Brooklyn.
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Memorial honoring Charles Emory Smith noted by Albany Senate
The Albany Senate adjourned to honor Charles Emory Smith with a five member resolutions committee. Senator Raines recalled Smith’s life from a seven year old boy in New York to a respected figure in state, then national service, including Russia minister and Postmaster General under McKinley. President Roosevelt and Postmaster General Meyer sent condolences to Mrs Smith and Meyer will attend the funeral in Washington.
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Kissena Park Land Probe Shifts to Attorney General
Albany reports Governor Hughes designates Attorney General Jackson or a deputy to lead all January grand jury proceedings in Queens County over Kissena Park land purchases, replacing District Attorney Ira D. Darrin. Nathan Vidaver was named to represent the attorney general and continue the investigation.
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State Commissions Put To Test In Gas Case At Albany
Albany January 20. The New York Court of Appeals heard Saratoga Gas Electric Light and Power defend challenging the 1905 Gas Commission law. The case questions if the legislature may delegate rate setting to an ap pointive board, with lenders and trustees arguing the law transfers police power and deprives due process. The court weighs constitutionality and potential public ownership without compensation as advocates present broad warnings and defenses.
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Decker
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William A. Sutherland
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Firet
New Transit Laws Outlined By Commission Report
The commission urged four legislative aims including a constitutional exemption from the 10 per cent debt limit for self supporting rapid transit bonds, lease term adjustments every 20 to 25 years, private operation with city purchase options, and fair pricing on equipment at lease end. The report highlights progress on Fourth Avenue and Broadway Lexington Cana routes, notes on removing Eleventh Avenue switches, and calls for broader reform to reduce 24,29 accidents and 288 deaths in six months while expanding service and speeding up hearings and orders.
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Appeals to US Supreme Court on TM-cent gas law case
Judge Lacombe granted a stay preventing enforcement of the TM-cent gas law while the commission prepares an appeal to the Supreme Court. The report notes no new bond issuances approved, no franchise transfers, and no penalties or forfeitures initiated during the six months. The consumer side intends to press its position.
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Supreme Court of the United States
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Albany Assembly Bills Propose Barge Canal Change Commission
A bill by Mr Frisbie Schenectady would appoint a six member commission to study converting the barge canal into a deep water ship canal under federal auspices. Three appointees come from Speaker Wadsworth and two from the Senate pro tem with the State Public Works chief as sixth. An appropriation of 25 00 is provided and the Attorney General would serve as counsel. A companion measure would halt barge canal work and new contracts to allow the commission to investigate.
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Schenectady
Wadsworth
United States
Coney Island Fare Bill Draws Senate Attention
Telegraph report from Albany shows Senator McManus steering a New York fare bill for Coney Island through the Senate with railroad support. He cites constitutional acceptability and prior hearings, while Railroads Committee chair Wilcox raises objections. The package also includes a 5 cent round trip ticket proposal and other Brooklyn and city measures.
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Wadsworth and Merritt Return From Camp Kill Kare
Speaker Wadsworth and Assemblyman Merritt returned from a legislative party at Camp Kill Kare. The pair said Adirondack air was excellent and that politics was forbidden during the discussions.
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