Floor activity in the Sixtieth Congress focuses on war claims bill
Washington notes February 7 reports that the house devoted most of its session to the omnibus war claims bill carrying 315000 in total opposition. Debate touched on minority currency plans by John Sharp Williams and criticisms of executive departments, with emphasis on the Indian appropriation bill and a proposed timber and stone policy reform. Resolutions expressed sorrow over the assassinations in Portugal.
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Senate Debates Banks Funds and Tariff Reform Goals
Washington reports show Senator Culberson questioning a Treasury official over whether public funds in New York banks were used to meet outside bank reserve needs. Beveridge pushes for tariff maximum and minimum rates. Heyburn calls for a full investigation of Northern Pacific reorganization. Senate votes to place Major General Howard on the retired list as lieutenant general. In the House, Indian appropriation debates continue with an amendment on shipment of intoxicants rejected. Hayes proposes U S participation in the 1912 Tokio exposition with cap at 350000.
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Beveridge Pushes Non-Partisan Tariff Commission Bill
Senator Beveridge of Indiana urges the Senate to adopt his bill creating a non partisan tariff commission. He spoke for an hour and a half to a large audience with many delegates of commercial bodies in attendance. Following him, Democratic senators spoke on tariffs. Senator Stone of Missouri introduced a joint resolution for relinquishing control of the Philippine islands in 1913 upon securing a pledge to preserve neutrality.
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Tariff revision topics dominate House debate in Washington
In Washington on February 5 the tariff revision and the president's special message to Congress led debate in the House. Payne of New York stressed a tariff plank for the Republican national platform while criticizing Bryan. The Indian appropriation bill was largely set aside as general topics continued. Two Philippine delegates also took seats, enlarging representation.
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Senate Deficiency Bill Funds Navy Amid Patrols
The senate debated the urgent deficiency bill Tuesday February 4 carrying an appropriation of over 24 million dollars. The large naval deficiency appropriation prompted vigorous remarks as lawmakers weighed military spending and national defense needs.
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Idaho senators back Utter for Idaho surveyor general
Washington February 5 Idaho senators formally agreed to recommend D A Utter of Weiser for surveyor general of Idaho to replace resigned Engleson. The action follows prior suspension and earlier confusion over the selection.
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Senate News Roundup From Washington and Oregon
Senator Piles wins support for a $700000 exhibit and building fund for Seattle. Fulton passes a bill sending sealer vessel claims to the Ninth Circuit. War locks survey near Oregon City and land grant concerns against Southern Pacific advance. House approves widows pension bill granting $12 monthly, plus $4 for prior beneficiaries, with property limits waived, costing over $12 million.
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War Within 80 Days Sparks Diplomatic Talk
An extract from a Vancouver Japanese newspaper reports that Japan would limit passport issuance and seeks guarantees against exclusion acts by the United States. Ambassador O'Brien says the president cannot guarantee such action but will try to curb exclusion measures. Negotiations seem near a conclusion though military heads prepare for emergencies.
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Democratic senators debate finance substitute bill
Washington February six Democratic senators spent two hours in conference on the financial question but reached no conclusion on the substitute bill. Senator Bailey outlined a proposal providing for an emergency issue of funds.
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Poultry Raising in Oregon Climate Insights
James Dryden discusses Oregon climate for poultry in Bulletin No. 96, noting milder winters, rainfall, and terrain advantages. Western Oregon supports year round green feed, easier turkey raising, and potential profitability on grain ranches, with Eastern Oregon needing development and sunier dry conditions as a possibility.
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