Doings of the Sixtieth Congress and Penal Law Revisions
Reports from the Sixtieth Congress show debates on revising penal laws, section 19 and civil rights, with amendments offered by multiple states but all defeated. A Washington note mentions disagreements among banking and currency committees over a plan for immediate retirement of national bank secured notes in favor of a general asset backed currency.
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United States
Smith
Missouri
New Jersey
Bartlett
Brierley
Kent
de Armond
Yoann
Tee Ene de Seeenee
Washington
Fowler
Congress Advances US Criminal Code Revision and Dam Project
The House resumes public business focusing on revising the federal criminal code amid debate over the recent financial panic. A Benton Water Co. dam bill across the Snake River at Five Mile Rapids, Washington, passes after lively debate. Senate committee advances territorial nominations for New Mexico and Arizona and Porto Rico education and secretarial posts.
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Washington
House of Representatives
United States
House
Jones
Washae
Benton Water Company
Snake River
Five-mile Rapids
Wash
Senate Committee On Territories
George Curry
New Mexico
Nathan Jaffa
John H. Page
Arizona
Committee On
Pacific Islands
Porto Rico
William F. Willoughby
Edward Dexter
Illinois
Naval affairs bill sparks broad Senate discussion
The introduction of Hale's naval personnel bill triggered wide Senate debate on naval policy and recent events in the service. Senators Clay Bulkley Prolay Gore and Piles advanced or debated monetary and constitutional measures, including noninterest notes and term limits for the presidency.
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Wallnise
Pee
Eg Hale
Maine
Clay
Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Bulkley
Saab
Teabee Prolay
China
Gore
Oklahoma
Piles
Senate
Supreme Court Arguments Over Elkins Law Rebates Case
The Supreme Court heard government charges against Northern Railway for rebates under Elkins Law. The company faced a $5,000 fine. William R Bigg of St Paul argued for the railroad, while Bonaparte defended, contending the first section of the Elkins act was repealed by the Hepburn act.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Northern Railway Company
William R Bigg
St.Paul
Bonaparte
Taft Pushes Higher Army Pay in Annual Report
Secretary Taft advocates increased army pay in his annual report to Congress. The document, released in Washington on January 8, argues for stronger compensation to attract and retain personnel, aiming to dispel doubts about military funding and reform.
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Washington
Taft
Congress
House approves bill rule amid party tensions
In a full house session on January 8 Williams urged unity to avoid delays while Dalzel pressed for a rule authorizing cali Seation. The measure passed by an overwhelming majority as the house paused readings and then shifted to the resolution distributing the president's message so Gaines could speak in favor of Hermitage funding near Nashville for Gen era Jackson's home.
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Washington
Williams
Pete Cee
Dalzel
Cali Seation
Gaines
Tennessee
Hermitage
Genea Jackson
Nashville
Senator Aldrich proposes currency bill in Senate session
Washington reports Aldrich introduced a currency bill and asked the senate to consider it with other measures. The senate adjourned briefly as committees prepare to act. The president nominated Christian Schuebel for district attorney of Oregon with limited support. Confirmation prospects appear uncertain.
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Washington
Aldrich
Senate
Tee
Christian Schuebel
Oregon
Senator Bourne
George G. Bingham
Balem
Schuebel
Congressional addresses prompt debates on coins and Japan
A Jan 7 report notes the president’s message and committee addresses to the House, with many topics from domestic policy to foreign affairs. Texas and New York figures attracted attention as discussions touched on reviving the motto In God We Trust and the fleet’s cruise amid possible conflict with Japan.
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Ittees
Iacenante
Texas
Willet Wrettee
York
Japan
Congress Reassembles After Mallory Memorial Honor
Congress reconvened in Washington with most of the house present and the galleries full. After about thirty minutes the chamber adjourned until tomorrow to honor the memory of Florida Senator Mallory.
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Congress
Washington
House of Representatives
Senate Convenes Short Session Adopts Resolutions
The senate met briefly for four minutes today and adjourned after adopting resolutions honoring the late Senator Mallory of Florida.
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Senate
Mallory
Florida
Frisco Postmaster Nomination in Question
Washington dispatch reports Arthur Fisk’s nomination as San Francisco postmaster may not reach the senate today unless the president alters plans. Postmaster General Meyer denies miscount claims, while a congressman cites uninvestigated charges from May alleging violations of postal regulations.
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Frisco
Washington
Arthur Fisk
San Francisco
Senate
Meyer
Fisk
Tal
Post Office
Coal shipments to islands from Navy bureau and Manila plan
Washington dispatches 60000 tons of coal to Honolulu and plans 100000 tons to Manila by April. The transfers involve Rear Admiral preparing to return to sea duty as Asiatic Fleet stations.
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Islands
Washington
Honolulu
Equipment Bureau
The
Navy Cornea
Manila
Seatiame Sitacy
Ie Mas
Ie Sha
Denatured Alcohol in Northwest Industry Bulletin
Idaho Experiment Station releases a bulletin on producing and using industrial alcohol in the Northwest. It argues farm distilleries unlikely, suggests community stills for stock feed and fuel, compares alcohol to kerosene for light, and foresees a bright future for this product in the region.
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Department of Y of Canta Barns
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Drying Off the Milker: Idaho expert tips for dairy herds
Prof J H Frandsen of the Idaho Experiment Station explains drying off cows. Start by skipping milking to reduce yield, then milk only every other day for about a week. Target one month to six weeks dry before calving to improve condition and foetus development.
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J. H. Frandson
Idaho Experiment Station
Farmers' Bulletins on Irrigation and Farm Enzymes
Bulletin notices detail guides on building small irrigation ditches drainage of farm lands and selecting irrigated farms. Also discusses alcohol and gasoline use in farm engines. Includes Two-Egg Sponge Cake recipe with step by step mixing and baking directions.
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Bullein
O. T. Johnston
J. D. Stannard
Office of Experiment Stations
Tment of Agriculture
Farmers’ Bulletin
C. G. Elliott
Fortier
E. Locke
M. Woodwad
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