Washington Debates Cuba Relief and Reciproc ity Policy
Washington reports show President Roosevelt not ready to send a special message to Congress on Cuban relief. Speaker Henderson and Chairman Gannon meet the President about Cuba while House Republicans debate a 20 percent general relief plan under Payne. The aim is to avoid a party split, with leaders seeking harmony and postponement into the last moment.
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Tribune
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United State
Day of Conferences and Canvassing in Washington
Active canvassing among Republican House members continues before the third caucus to support or oppose Representative Payne s 20 percent reciprocity plan. Cabinet members urged on possible rebates as alternative while President shows no fixed ultimatum and seeks a congressional solution to the Cuban issue.
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White House conference on Cuban reciprocity amid divisions
Postmaster General Paine described a White House meeting on Cuban reciprocity as harmonious. Congress discussion focused on delaying action while Republican leaders Cannon and Henderson pressed for full consultation, with potential multiple conferences before any decision.
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House of Representatives
Pennsylvania Tunnel Mill Bill Reported by Senate Committee
Albany March 1 The Senate cites committee reported favorably the Pennsylvania Tunnel Mill bill allowing New York City to grant a perpetual franchise to the Pennsylvania Railroad to build tunnels in the North and East rivers from New Jersey with terminals on Manhattan and Long Island. Franchises to be valued in periods not exceeding twenty five years while debate continues.
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Tammany frauds alleged in oldHighways payroll scheme
Accounts Department investigators report numerous fake laborers on the old Highways payrolls under Tammany. Foremen allegedly cashed checks for dummies while ex Commissioner James P L Keating has not been linked. Cantor says Cantor and Low discuss later disclosure. many records sealed. possible district attorney pursuit pending.
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Sugar Agreement Signed and Liberal Duel Emerges
A London dated report outlines the Brussels sugar convention delay due to German producer rings seeking to defer abolition bounties until 1904. It frames a political duel between Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman and Lord Rosebery as the Liberal split grows, with Royal functions and coronation preparations dominating notices as Parliament shifts to a pace of high-level ceremonies. The piece connects German influence, canal plans, and imperial trade league efforts amid a busy political and social scene in early March.
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Cunard to Build Two Large Passenger Steamers
The Daily Post reports Cunard Line plans two new passenger steamers surpassing all previous size. Each will be over seven hundred feet long and rated at 18 008 horsepower, to eclipse rivals afloat.
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Storm On Heels Of Old Strikes City And Hudson
A new storm dumped six and a half inches of snow followed by sleet and rain. It disrupted land and water traffic with delayed steamships Philadelphia and Oceanic, forced abandonment of two small sailing vessels, and left a third aground in the Lower Bay. Railroads and telegraph lines suffered damage, trains and mails ran late, Paterson residents faced alarm, and fears rose of renewed floods if thaw resumes. The upper Hudson iced over again, raising disaster fears if thaw brings rain.
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Flood Troubles Persist As Paterson Struggles With Snow
March 5 Paterson reports another heavy snowstorm with nine inches on the ground and a rising river threat. Health restrictions delay return home as East Jersey Water Company warns of potential flooding if thaw or south wind recurs. References to Passaic and nearby towns describe widespread disruption and rescue efforts.
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Blizzard Rages Across State Powers Rail Lines
Snow began at 1 a.m. and developed into a heavy blizzard, halting traffic, locking country roads, and stalling trains on multiple lines. The Hudson and Wallkill regions report flood remnants worsened by ice, while ferries operate slowly. Affected routes include the Fitchburg Division and New York Central lines. Officials warn it may take a week to restore through trains. Tickets to California and western destinations are advertised.
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Snowstorm cripples city as winds reach high speeds
A fierce snowstorm battered the city with rain sleet and wind reaching up to 49 miles per hour. Snow depth climbed to about 6.5 inches by noon, delaying steamships and hampering traffic. Snow removal teams, aided by 1,000 workers and 1,809 by night, scrambled to clear Broadway and other main streets, while telegraph lines and utilities reported heavy damage and service disruptions.
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