Bacon Sparks Senate Clash Over Executive Power
In Washington on January 13 the Senate spent two hours behind closed doors debating executive versus legislative power over recognition of governments. Senator Bacon argued Congress must assent to recognition and warned the Secretary of State had defied authority by threatening veto power. The discussion centered on whether presidential recognition creates new law or requires Congressional action.
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Argentina
Orange Republic
Bunvon
Georgia
Iti
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Bacon
Republic of Cuba
Baron
Judiciary Committee
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Executive
White Penn
California
Mr. Hale
Mr. White
Haron
Milla
Gear
Iowa
Pacific Railroad Committee
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Secretary of the Interior
Attorney General & Commission
Pacific Railroads
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House of Neprnsent Debates Minor Hill Legislation
The House spent today debating minor hill legislation and advanced a batch of bills amid a mixed calendar. Passage noted as enthusiastic by members, while committee work continues on related measures.
Agricultural Appropriation Bill Advances in Congress
The Agricultural Appropriation bill is before the House led by Mr. Wadsworth. It seeks 3,102,752 dollars with a 102,000 increase, funding seed distribution and a larger entry bureau. A companion measure favors a 958, right of stores and supplies claims from the Civil War era, while naval notes discuss the Minneapolis voyage and steel quality issues at Newport News.
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Wadsworth
Committee On Agriculture
Bureau of Entry
Morton
Bouth
Court of Claims
Senate
Committee
Claire
Siwadey Elwilil
Congress
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Monetary Conference approves gold standard and currency reforms
The Indiana led monetary conference ended two days of debate with near unanimous approval of a declaration backing the gold standard retirement of U S notes and creation of a monetary commission. A special executive committee would drive legislation and appoint an eleven member commission to study currency evils and remedies.
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Ind
Committee
Fowler
New Jersey
Assemblymin Roots
Indiana
Walker
Massachusetts
John Marsen Rhhoades
New York
Heaudy
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M. B. Ingalls
Cincinnati
Ciontlhemen
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Varina
Prx
Patterson
Ilana
Montimer Mont ery cruiser Montl Romery damage off Governor's Island
The cruiser Montl Romery suffered damage to three port side plates and a propeller blade after a collision near Governor's Island while en route to Hampton Roads. Crew secured the ship, returned to the navy yard, and an investigation is expected to determine the cause and any further delays.
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Romery
Governor'a Island
Hampton Roads
North Atlantic
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Sprane
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Nollomkeinis
Tapthuin Bradford
Governor's Island
Saul
Runtline
Tompkinsville
Shard
Brooklin Navy Yard
Taland
Navy Yard
Montgomery
Sica
South
Wilh Ber Delawes
Sherman likely to take Secretary of State post
A Washington telegram indicates Senator Sherman intends to accept the position of Secretary of State, with Major McKinsey or McKinley’s cabinet open to him. The decision hinges on whether Sherman will leave the Senate to lead the State Department, with no current changes to arrangements expected.
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Washington
Sherman
Staten
Mekhinlew
Major Mckhinsey
Sermin
Secon
Trlands
Department of State
Major McKinley
Antdio Mine Starts Up at Houghton
Pumps started in number six at the Centennial Mine area this morning and workers will be employed as unwatering progresses. The mine has been aided by new discovery and extended teeth equipment. Local firm Ennis advertises rooms and services at 162 Main with dental offerings in the same note.
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Wells Dry as Sussex Well Feeds Drought News Across Dinwiddie
The Virginian reports wells in Dinwiddie and surrounding counties running dry amid drought. Notable items include church events at St Pauls and Grice Episcopal churches, a missionary lecture on Morelen Missions, and resignations in county boards.
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Cally HD
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Gates
Dinwhiddle County
Yar
Ustings
J. W. Rosebre
Table Stree Presbyterian
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Trobert i Lee
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Prince Ceorge
Loemarrow
Johnson
Virdnla Nor- MT and
Colored Young Men's Christian Association
Aimer Dessin
Sussex County
Virginian
Wiformartt
Spark House
Nis
John Garland Pollard
Richmond
Wapttet Youn People's Union
Young People’s Union
West End
Aew
Gamewell Wire Abie Trust Company
New York
Snowstorm Tracks Across Midwest and Plains
Reports from the West indicate heavy snow prevailing despite moderate winds. Snow and rain fell in Kansas. heavy snow began in Colorado and Wyoming. snow fell in South Dakota Minnesota and Wisconsin Michigan. Snow moved eastward through the Missouri Valley with rapid pace. At Carlisle Illinois six inches had fallen before midnight.
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Colorado
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South Dakota
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Michigan
Missouri Valley
Carlyle
Til
Winter Storms Batter Plains Near Sioux City and Duluth
Frigid weather stretches across the Midwest with heavy snow in St Paul Minneapolis and western regions. Reports indicate deep snow and rising drifts hindering cattle and transportation as Nebraska Iowa and Minnesota endure record cold and blizzards.
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Minneapolis
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Wiha
St. Joe
St. Louis
Duluth
Superior
Nebraska
Perkina Wins United States Senate Seat in California
In Sacramento the Legislature met in joint session and cast the ballot electing George C. Perkina United States Senator. The proceedings were brief with minimal debate as ballots shifted among Claggett supporters and Republican voters.
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Cal
George C. Perkina
United States
Spooner Nominated at Wisconsin Republican Caucus
Manson Wis Jan 13 The Republic cn caucus held tonight instead of tomorrow in stead nominating George Spooner for the United States Senate. endorsement of H C Payne for a cabinet position was made though further action on this line is expected by members in hdl.
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Supreme Court of the United States
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Anglo American arbitration hailed by European papers
The Belah and Soller comment on the US Britain arbitration praise its generosity and noble example for Europe while others deem it aimed at Anglo-Saxon interests. The Fremdenblatt and Neutrele Presse in Vienna and Neutra say the treaty is gratifying and joyfully received by the civilized world.
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Vienna
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Great Britain
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Russian Cabinet Appointment Sparks Surprise in Empire
St. Petersburg reports M Shiskin, assistant to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, named to the Council of the Empire. The nomination of Count Muraviel as Minister of Foreign Affairs shocks observers, with his pacifist stance and ties to the Dowager Empress noted as influencing his elevation.
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M. Shiskin
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Strike Likely Ended at Thithind Mines After Chicago Visit
Thailand ML Jan 13. Manager Hokes orders strikers to leave tools as return from Chicago. An agreement to pay back wages next Saturday. Sheriff to withdraw guards Saturday night regardless of settlement. Hokes may discharge some workers and rehire others.
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Hokes
Thithind
Chicago
Sherif
Mokes
Death of Major Jacob Crosthwalt in Connersville
Major Jacob Crosthwalt of Connersville died at his home and left a will directing a silver base for his monument with the inscription Free silver at the ratio of 16 to 1. Relatives may contest the will on insanity grounds.
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Jacob Crosthwalt
Connorsville
Crosthwalt
Richmond Plans to Expand Trade and Theater Prospects
January coverage from Richmond reports Washington manager Mr. Allen seeking a new theatre project to attract capital, while Mr. Leath of the Academy of Music doubts success and plans remodel next summer. The piece also notes Shanandoah Valley trade ambitions, bridge disputes with Manchester, a forgery arrest of Charles H. Buller, a White requisition for J. B. White, the death of S. McG. Fisher, and West Point cadet George Mason Lee's exam setback with remarks on resilience and future chances.
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