Wallace Testifies Against Red Tape in Isthmian Canal Probe
John Findley Wallace former chief engineer of the Isthmian canal commission testified before the senate committee on inter oceanic canals, challenging what he called red tape and a multiplicity of masters. He described his resignation and defended his actions amid attacks by Taft and Cromwell, warning of potential scandal from Cromwell’s canal interests. The session also touched on Panama railroad dividends and related financial concerns.
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Wallace
Cromwell
Wshington
John Findley Wallace
Isthmian canal commission
senate committee on interoceanic canals
Taft
Mr. Walkes
Crom
Senator Morgan
Panama
Mr. Wallace
Alexander Orr Named New President of New York Life
Alexander Evter Orr has been selected to head the New York Life Insurance company succeeding John AL McCall. Born in Ireland at seventy five, he long led business groups including the New York Chamber of Commerce, the Produce Exchange, and the rapid transit commission. He serves as director in several financial concerns and has a long record of philanthropic work.
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Alexander Evter Orr
New York Life Insurance company
John AL McCall
Ireland
New York Chamber of Commerce
Produce Exchange
rapid transit commission
Orr
Patterson Springs Sensation Introduces Caucus Resolution
In Washington on February 6 Senator Patterson Democrat Cole introduced a resolution calling Democratic caucus actions a violation of the U S Constitution. He warned against coercion of senators and signaled intent to speak on the matter when possible.
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Washington
senate
Patterson
Cole
United States
Congressman Giespie Seeks Commerce Dept Probe on Railroads
The article notes Rep Gillespie Fessiution Astair proposes a Commerce and Labor Dept inquiry into whether the Penn railroad and others are controlled by the same interests. He believes evidence will confirm control of competing lines and plans to press Sherman Act action if warranted.
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Gilleszie
Ballmer & Ohie
G spie
Penn
ania
Dai & Ore
Giespie
aso
department of commerce and labor
Pennsylvania
Newspaper Nuggets of News Snippets
News blurbs report Mrs. W M Burton of Ohio as a store injury victim and James Ryan linked to a murder sentence in Fort Sill Ohio. Frederick Kimball, once an absconder and insurance agent, died by suicide in Worcester amid despondence. A United Presbyterian convention will meet in Pittsburgh starting February 13 to discuss Christian work.
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W. M. Burton
James Ryan
New Yes
Fort Sill
Ohia
Frederick Kimball
Worcester
of the United Presbyterian
Pittsburg
Ex-Governor’s Brother Linked to Insurance Department Pay Ups
Harrisburg report details testimony in the Pennsylvania insurance investigation. Israel G. Stone, brother of ex Governor Stone, admits no work for pay and expresses relief at removal from the rolls. Edward J. Davis and others deny nonperformance as scrutiny continues into excess fees and vouchers.
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Harrisburg
Penassania insurance
Robert E. Forster
Isreal G. Stone
Stone
Edward J. Davis
Phoenixville
Reed
Gray
Phildelphia
Tie
Wellsboro
Fox
Durham
Chairman Fox
McCulloch
Mr. DeWalt
serviees
De Davis
Grey
Tice
Goehring
Gary
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Stroup ain
Lunpert
Larbirt
MMe Joch
mane
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Frederick
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Palace of Music
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Frederick, Md
Frederick County
Burch Ohilied
Studsbeker
Farmers’ Exchange
Ostrol Street
GENTRA
SOUDIH MARKET STREET
PEAREE
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PROHIVE
pathy
Markey’s
Asbury Park Park
N. J
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West End
Ocean hotel
Alba
Columbia College
New York
Columbia University
Maria H. Williamson
Edward R. Carpentier
George R. Blumenthal
Yonzers
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Janu
Strauss
Mr. Kitchell
engazel
Fawn
A. G. QUYNN & CO
GEORGE L. CRAMER
Woodsboro
Walker ile
Balldinzs
city
Pearl
Fercavils
pattivists
Cental National Bank Balldtuz
Auramount
Willow Stook farm
good street
pasing
L. M. NIXDORFF
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W. Patrick St
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N. Market
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NEW YORK LIFE
Houston
Tex
Kirby Lumber company
Hensten Oil company
Lumber comon
pressecs peony
PATTERSON SPRINGS
Rane ae
Dr. BULL'S
Goa
J. W. Bull
Baltimore
Droguisia
Frank Bell
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