Aldrich Grants Delay in Vote on Financial Bill
Washington March 2 Senator Aldrich delayed a vote on his financial bill after Senator La Follette requested more time to finish a two day speech planned over three weeks. The Nelson amendment to guarantee deposits faces opposition as opponents warn it could spur speculation. Senator Smith disputes railroad bonds in the measure while Aldrich defends their inclusion as a broader basis for emergency currency.
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Rhode Island
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Hale
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House
Senate
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Michigan
Smith
Congress
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Alérich
Treaty May Not Be Ratified By Senate Involves Privateering Ban
The Tribune notes a Hague Convention provision barring privateers, not signed by US delegates. Senators argue Congress alone can grant letters of marque. The State Department reportedly shares this view and will not press ratification. The measure faces unlikely approval in the Senate.
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United States
Senate
Congress
Secretary
Nomination of Anory Porter for Oklahoma marshal withdrawn
The Senate Judiciary Committee decided not to report the nomination of Anory Porter cousin of Mrs. Roosevelt for the Eastern District of Oklahoma. It will request the President to withdraw the nomination after investigating charges of immorality and misconduct. The move mirrors the President’s personal selections including Jack Abernethy for the Western district.
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Roosevelt
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Oklahoma
Senate Committee On the Judiciary
Porter
Ghizhoma
Jack” Abernethy
Wolf Catcher
National Finances Feb 1908 deficits and receipts decline
The February 1908 monthly government statement shows receipts of 48 224 9 and expenditures of 56 750 407, yielding a deficit of 38 495 118. Customs receipts total 22 475 931, down over 5 million from February 1907, while internal revenue falls by over 2 million. Expenditures rise across civil miscellaneous, War and Navy departments, pensions, and public works, with cumulative year to date declines and increases noted.
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Washington
War Department
Navy
ICC Denies All Requests for Nine Hour Law Extension
Washington March 2 the Interstate Commerce Commission voted unanimously to deny every petition for more time to comply with the nine hour law. Reasons will be given later in a forthcoming report.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Costly Civil War Retired List Bill Raises Budget Hope
Washington March 2 The War Department estimates that passing the bill to retire all Civil War veterans would cost $82 0600 a year. Widows on pension at $12 a month would add $15 000 000 to the pension budget. The looming deficit for next year is at least $150 000 000, a figure some say could require a bond issue in peace time. Lawmakers warn this could affect party finances and trigger broader fiscal actions.
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Tawney
Committee On Appropriations
Prosecutions Blame Railroads for Safety Violations
Attorney General Bona Parte ordered U S attorneys to sue twenty six railroad companies nationwide to recover penalties for ninety one alleged violations of the safety appliance law. Prosecutions rest on facts reported by Interstate Commerce Commission inspectors.
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Bonaparte
United States
Interstate Commerce Commission
House backs probe into peonage in Southern labor camps
The House approved a Rules Committee resolution to have the Immigration Commission investigate labor conditions in turpentine camps, plantations, and other Southern industries amid sharp exchanges over peonage and department actions. A separate bill to deport felon aliens after sentence failed.
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Would Tax Sales of Stocks in New Legislation
Washington March 2 Representative Hepburn of Iowa introduced a bill to tax the sale and transfer of stock at 59 cents per hundred shares. The measure does not tax stock certificates deposited as collateral unless actually sold nor certificates deposited. A further tax would be impounded on delivery of the stock certificate or on issue of a new certificate when the original is accompanied by a stamped memorandum of sale.
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Roosevelt clears Judge Wilfley of Shanghai case
In Washington on March 2 President Roosevelt releases Secretary Root's finding that Judge Lebben R. Wilfley is innocent and attacked for his fearless anti vice stance in Shanghai. The president says the charges stem from Rep Waldo of New York and that public good and integrity are the targets of the attack.
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Hermitage bill advances on Andrew Jackson home plan
A bill moved today in Washington provides for the improvement of the Hermitage old home of Andrew Jackson and directs payment to the Ladies Association for the work. The measure, tied to the Hermitage as a national or historic site, aims to support preservation efforts through appropriations.
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Andrewere
Anglo Japanese trademark terms in Far East talks
Negotiations aimed at an agreement on British trademarks in the Far East near conclusion. British merchants continue to press that Japanese firms use trademarks improperly. London reports ongoing protection discussions between Great Britain and Japan in March.
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March
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House Debates Private Pen on Bills in Washington
In Washington on March 2 the House took up a special order on private pen on bills with about four hundred measures advancing at a rapid rate.
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House of Representatives
Sims Critic of Navy Reads on Gunners and Hoists
Commander Sims condemned the Santiago gunnery as disgraceful noting only 12 percent hits and 4 percent at best while defending direct hoist use as safe. He clashed with officers and warned against internal quarrels spilling into magazines as the inquiry resumes tomorrow.
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King Rex Arrives For New Orleans Mardi Gras Carnival
King Rex of the Mardi Gras Carnival lands in New Orleans amid near 80 degree spring weather. Thousands greet the procession as the Krewe of Proteus stages a night parade featuring floats themed The Light of Asia and a Proteus bar in the French Opera House attended by the Italian cruiser Etruria from Gulfport.
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Democrats Weigh Prohibition Plank To Win Dries
Washington report says Democrats may add a prohibition plank to the national platform to win dry voters. Georgia’s Senator Bacon leads the idea with states’ rights liquor controls. Bryan allies and Kentucky politics influence the plan amid GOP skepticism. Republicans expect Congress to act before adjournment.
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Association of Democracy and Prohibition
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Democratic Split in Ohio District Chooses Contenders
In Kent Ohio on March 2 the Democratic 19th Ohio Congress nominated S A Robinson of Summit for Congress and E Fr France and AC Holloway of Summit as delegates to the National Democratic Convention. WJ Bryan supported for President and Jona C Welty for Governor. A rump convention opposed Garber sentiment in a separate ball nominated Charles Fittus of Warren for Congress with Jon Flaherty of Niles and FF Reindell of Churden as Denver delegates.
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Jon
Senate passes bill to reorganize consular service
March 2 a bill to reorganize the consular service was passed by the Senate today. Mr Lodge said the net result will be to close twenty eight consulates and create seventeen new ones. No consul will be dropped and the measure takes effect July 1 1908 in Washington.
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Washington
New Minister Nomination Sent for Guatemala Post
The President sent to the Senate the nomination of William Heimke of Leavenworth Kansas to be Minister to Guatemala He previously served as secretary of the embassy in Mexico City.
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Britain Defends Two-Power Naval Standard in Commons
London March 2 Radical MPs press for broad disarmament action but cabinet backing is limited. Herbert Asquith argues Britain already maintains unassailable naval superiority and will defend the two power standard, aiming to curb new shipbuilding while seeking mutual understanding with Germany.
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Herbert H. Asquith
Great Britain
Asquith
Germany
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Suicides in Prussia Exceed Seven Thousand in 196
Berlin reports statistics show 7,298 persons ended their lives in Prussia in the past year. Of these, 5,564 were men and 1,714 were women, with various causes including physical illness, nervous disorders, insanity, and unknown reasons.
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Prussia
Cobden Club hears of possible move by shoe firm to England
London reports that United Shoe Machinery Company may shift operations from Reston to Britain and build a large plant there. In Parliament Donald M. Smeaton asked the Foreign Office to verify the dispatch and explain motives. Walter Runciman pledged inquiry. Boston secretary L H Baker dismissed the tale, stating no basis for moving and that Boston would remain the base.
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Honduran President Davila Takes Oath Of Office
In Tegucigalpa on March 2 the President General Davila and the Vice-President along with the Supreme Court Magistrates appeared before the National Assembly and swore to uphold the constitution, completing the re establishment of normal conditions in the republic.
Chinese Claims At Vancouver Riots
Chinese residents of Vancouver filed claims totaling 159000 for damages from the September riots. The claims were sent to the Chinese government and the Chinese legation in Washington must investigate before approaching Canada for action.
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Plague Spreading in Guayaquil Prompts Advisory Board
Bubonic plague cases reach twenty seven with twelve deaths in Guayaquil as residents flee the city. A special advisory board of eminent physicians is organized to combat the outbreak.
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Berlin Bank Report Darkens Outlook on Rates
Berlin on March 2 reports a poor bank statement with morning papers saying there is no hope for an early reduction in the bank rate.
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Anglo German theatre planned in Berlin under Mme Illing
Berlin plans an Anglo German theatre to showcase American and English plays in English with American and English actors. Mme Illing aims to present quality American drama to German audiences and challenge the notion that the United States lacks serious theatre. Opening expected in October with talent engaged in New York and London.
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Meta Illing
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French Advance in Morocco Reported by Paris
Advices from General of Amade, commander of French forces in Morocco, say after defeating the Madakra tribesmen the troops continued marching through the Madakra region and advanced beyond with no resistance encountered.
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CARE IN HANDLING GUNS AND COAST DEFENSE MOVEMENTS
Army and militia coast defense drills in June prompt General Grant to reiterate gun handling safety after Fort Terry blast. Orders issued reassign officers and staff while Navy data notes vessel movements including the Justin, Nebraska, Sterling, and Hannibal arrival and later sailing to Mare Island and Mobile.
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Rochester Child Labor Study Affirms Strict Enforcement
A Rochester committee report to Mayor Edgerton finds the child labor law well enforced with few violations due to ignorance. It notes health checks by the Health Office, praises enforcement, and recommends more attendance officers and a broader list of dangerous occupations, plus transferring enforcement to the state labor department.
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James ©. Cutler
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Pearl Harbor Naval Base Bill Urges Immediate Setup
Naval Affairs Committee backs a 2.09.08 appropriation to establish a Pearl Harbor base. The plan endorsed by President Roosevelt and the Navy aims to protect Hawaii and the Pacific coast, arguing an enemy in Hawaii threatens the entire western coast and that Pearl Harbor would deter war while costing less than alternatives.
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Emigration Shift From Japan Spurs Indian Labor Passages
Information from Tekio indicates emigration companies turn toward India as Japan blocks runs. Indian laborers increasingly depart Hong Kong for Vancouver while talks with the United States await resolution on entry of certain classes to American ports. Japanese authorities emphasize restricting the so called undesirable class of coolies to protect national prestige.
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Captain von Goeben commits suicide after killing officer
Berlin dispatch reports Captain von Goeben, who killed Major von Schoenbeck on Christmas night and faced a court martial, died by self-inflicted wound opening an artery in his body at Allenstein Base Prussia.
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