La Follette Resumes Speech On Currency Bill
Washington March 12 Senator La Follette resumes today his speech on the Aldrich currency bill. He cites letters from insurance officials alleging instruction to agents to collect premiums and remit weekly to New York, linking New York firms with national agents. The exchange with Senator Gore questions the President and Treasury in the panic, with La Follette arguing the panic involved financial agents and banks.
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Washington Late Insurance Company
New York
Gore
Oklahoma
Wisconsin
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Treasury
White House
Teeasure Department
Bailey
Gere
Rockefeller
Meergan
Canal Zone Government Under Fire Over Presidential Authority
The House adopted a resolution by Mr. Harrison of Newrelling demanding the President justify his authority to govern the Panama Canal Zone since the end of the 58th Congress. Critics accuse him of usurping constitutional power via executive orders while defenders cite lawful acts.
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Harrison
New _ relling
Panama Canal Zone
Williams
Mississippi
Canal Zone
Tawner
Minnesota
Mann
Ilinois
Full Energy on Tap for Emergencies and Success
The text advises maintaining stored energy for emergencies and stresses that preparedness leads to better business opportunities. It emphasizes a competent, ready mindset and the role of regular, proper nutrition as the foundation of sustained energy.
Grape-Nuts Boosts Nerve Energy for Daily Effort
An advertisement explains Grape-Nuts nourishes nerve and muscle energy through phosphate of potash from wheat and batter, combined with albumen in blood to rebuild brain and nerve cells after natural effort and business activity.
Submarine inquiry opens in Washington on Lake and Electric Boat charges
Secretary Metcalf and Rear Admiral Capps testified before the House committee probing Electric Boat Company profits and submarine contracts. An affidavit from Clement E. Adams alleges Archibald claimed war correspondence ties and influence regarding Pacific coast submarine defense reporting. The committee adjourned public sessions to next Thursday.
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Re enlistment Bill for Discharged Negro Soldiers
Senator Warner introduces administration measure to re enlist discharged Negro soldiers of the 25th Infantry who prove no part in or knowledge of the Brownsville affray. Eligible suspects have one year from act approval to establish innocence with pay dating from discharge. The bill differs from Foraker by requiring proof of innocence rather than an oath.
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House Passes Pension Bill After Lengthy Debate
Washington March 18 The House approved the pension appropriation bill by 3150.9?0percent to 139 with 17 of 18 pension agencies to be abolished and disbursements centralized. Mr Fitzgerald of New York charged the President used federal patronage to aid Secretary Taft’s Presidential bid.
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No Slocum Relief Fund Decision by Appropriations Committee
Washington March 19. The Appropriations Committee ruled the United States government has no obligation to reimburse General Slocum disaster victims for injuries. They rejected adding 1 million dollars for survivor relief and dismissed legal claims despite petitions and advocacy from relatives.
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Appropriations Committee
United States
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Congress
Extradition Proceeding Initiated for Olga Stein
Washington on March 19 the Russian Embassy began initial steps toward extradition of Olga Stein who was arrested in New York at Russia’s request on a forgery charge. Officials say no evidence of betrayal of military or political secrets is involved.
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Olga Stein
New York
Mexico to Surrender Walker Extradited by Mexico
The State Department announced that Mexico has granted the extradition of William F. Walker the Connecticut banker who fled and was located in Southern California by Pinkerton detectives and will be surrendered.
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State Department
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Deals in contracts and foreigners in Bronx corruption probes
The article reports John Purroy Mitchel's investigation into Bronx contract deals showing transfers of work between contractors after alleged violations. It details Trinity Avenue grading bids, contractor financing, and suspicions of profits routed through associates, with Mayoral links and club outings cited. The piece then shifts to reports from Moscow on Count Leo Tolstoy’s influenza illness, fainting spell, and fragile health at Yasnaya Polyana, noting aging concerns and brief memory lapses.
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Moscow
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Yasnaya Polyana
Count Tolxtoy
Army and Navy News Orders and Vessel Movements
The Tribune reports issued orders: Osman Latrobe Jr., two others, multiple officers commissioned or detached, and several leaves. Movements of warships include Preble Iroquois Nina March 17 18 with other vessels sailing to Annapolis Guantanamo and Port-au-Prince. The New Hampshire battleship was placed in commission at League Island with completion at Camden and sea readiness in about a month.
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Saunders Withdraws Resignation Opinion Casts No Guilt
Federal Judge FP Saunders of the Eastern District of Louisiana states his March resignation was not due to salary but to alleged government dictation. He confirms no discussions with the President or officials about court actions on labor and trust cases and says no pressure was applied to withdraw.
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Roosevelt
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Husband Released From Custody In Wife Death Case
Prosecutor Garvan of Hudson County had Benjamin Duvall of Woodcliffe, N J, released yesterday from custody in Manhattan. He had been held on suspicion of causing his wife's death. A servant had alleged murder, but investigators found it was death by own action.
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Woodcliffe
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Statue of Columbus MEMORIAL planned at Union Station plaza
The Columbus Memorial Commission met with Secretary Root to seek models from eminent sculptors for a Columbus standing on the caravel deck to top a memorial fountain in the plaza at the new union station. Congress allocated 109000 dollars for the project.
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Reichstag uproar over colonial policy and insult sparks press strike
In Berlin on March 19 the Reichstag erupted during a debate on the colonial budget after Herr Erzberger said “A negro also has an immortal soul.” Jeers and calls of swine from the press tribune led to a mass protest by the Centrist and other parties. The press later voted to strike without an apology.
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Roosevelt quotes from Tardieu say America acts as world power
Paris dispatch cites Andre Tardieu quoting President Roosevelt on his crusade against plutocracy and his conservative stance. The interview covers his view of world interests, the navy plan to sail to Hawaii Australia and Europe, and the “speak softly and carry the big stick” policy for international and foreign affairs.
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Peace adherence agreed for Honduras by Central American states
At a Tegucigalpa conference Honduran Foreign Relations Minister and the American Minister along with Salvadoran officials agreed that emigades aiding revolutionary movements must return to Honduras or leave for Costa Rica. The joint action aims to enforce Washington peace conference pledges and suppress cross border agitation.
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Douma Leader Assassinated in His Home
In St. Petersburg on March 19 Dr. Karavaseff leader of the Group of Toi in the second Douma was shot dead by two men at his Ekaterinostay residence. The motive is suspected political with threats having been received recently.
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Venezuela and Colombia clash as Restrepo departs
The article notes Restrepo, a confidential Venezuelan agent, leaving to seek a commercial treaty with Castro, signaling a failed Colombian offer to cede territory in exchange for a navigation pact. It mentions tensions in the Venezuela Colombia dispute and a British search for a missing boat crew led by Commander Maclachlan aboard Scylla near Grenada.
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Pennsylvania Railroad Offers Extensive Western Trains
The Pennsylvania Railroad runs 12 daily to Pittsburgh 7 to Chicago 5 to Cincinnati 4 to Cleveland and 3 to Toledo with the top services including the Pennsylvania Special 18 hours to Chicago and the New York Limited to St Louis. Timetable details list departures to Chicago St Louis Cincinnati Cleveland and Toledo with Pullman reservations via Studds E P at 263 Fifth Avenue Madison 1032.
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Madisom
Labor Heads Demand Concessions During Civic Federation Bid
The President plans to send a special message to Congress next week as Representative Hepburn introduces the Civic Federation bill. Senate leaders fear the plan may fail in the upper chamber, while some White House rumors say a special session could follow if Congress does not act.
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John Walter Smith Named Senator for Exired Term
The Maryland legislature will elect Tate Walter Smith to succeed the late Senator Whyte for the unexpired term. Smith will head to Washington to obtain Senate credential before the session ends. A dispute arises over whether electing next Tuesday falls on the second Tuesday after vacancy notices, a point the Senate must decide.
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Timore
Marriand Legislata
Tate Walter Smith
Senator Whyte
Smith
Washington
Senate
Burrows
Whote
Ohio Referendum Bill Passes After House Panel Action
The initiative and referendum constitutional amendment passed in the Senate and moved to the governor. It would place proposed measures on the ballot, requiring a majority of all votes cast to adopt or reject any referred measure. Referendum would occur only in state and national election years.
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House Committee
Berlin Suffrage Demonstration Ends in Arrests and Injuries
Berlin reports forty seven arrests in suffrage protests yesterday. Nine policemen were injured while about fifty demonstrators were wounded. many others may have been hurt and returned home to treat injuries.
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