Hanna's Warning to Congress on Nicaragua Canal
Senate debate shows Mr. Hanna pressing Panama canal project while House conducts general talks on the anti Anarchy bill. Mr Richardson of Alabama condemns the President over a Memorial Day lynching reference. A resolution seeks the salary paid General Wood during Cuba occupation, laid on the table.
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Hanna Defends Panama Route in Isthmian Canal Debate
Senate resumes Isthmian canal talks as Senator Hanna argues for Panama over Nicaragua. He cites engineering work, volcano and seismic risks, and a panel of captains favoring Panama. He rejects insinuations of personal motive and defends existing canal work while Congress weighs related measures and rival testimony.
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Lasan eye-glasses enter second year of popularity
The Lasan eye-glasses mark their second year with wide public approval. The Lasso clamps offer independent lens adjustments for each eye, comfort, security, and a neat appearance. If an optician failed to fit them, readers can have them readjusted free of charge.
Debate on anti anarchist bill concludes in Congress
General de bate closes debate on the anti anarchy bill in Washington. Speakers criticize and defend different Senate and House provisions while contrasting President Roosevelts Memorial Day remarks with past Civil War leaders. The session ends after further remarks by Mr Littlefield.
Wood's Pay Was $15 000 As Cuba Governor
Secretary Root states that General Wood drew $15 000 annually in combined pay as a U S army officer and Cuba Governor. The Cuba revenues funded Allen Brooks and Palma’s salaries noted by the Cuban Congress at $25,000 for Palma. Root adds Congress has no objections on legal aspects of using occupied Cuba revenues.
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Hanna Battles Morgan in Isthmian Canal Fight
Special to the Philadelphia Times reports Senator Hanna leads opposition to the Hepburn bill locating the canal on the Nicaragua route. He aims to pass the Spooner amendment for Panama, defeating Morgan and shaping his political future, with House support seen likely if successful.
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Hope for irrigation bill in House soon
Washington reports strong belief that the Irrigation Bill will pass the House in a few days and move to conference with the Senate. The measure, with Senate amendments, has presidential approval and backing from the National Irrigation Association, seen as essential for enactment.
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Shipping Movements Across Atlantic and Pacific Routes
Special to the Philadelphia Times reports multiple ships departing or arriving. The Buffalo left New York June 5 for Gibraltar while Ajax left Lambert Point June 5 for New York. Cincinnati reached San Juan and Porter arrived at League Island June 5. Leiden departed Haston June 6 for Portmouth. The Nashville sailed Naples June 6 toward Mbienltine. itinerary includes Gibraltar June 30 and Singapore July 28 arriving Manila August 2.
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Taft Told to Seek Landmark Church Land Deal in Philippines
Secretary Root sent to the Philippine commissions copies of Taft instructions to negotiate with Vatican authorities for the friars lands. The plan aims to extinguish titles with fair compensation, transfer management, and restore order while preserving church functions. Taft to visit Rome to confirm church power to sell and ensure Congress authority and full mutual understanding.
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Civil rule proposed for Philippines
Secretary of War announces a cable from Acting Governor Wright detailing plans to extend civil government across most of the Philippines. He notes that Lepanto Bontoc Batangas Laguna Principe Infanta Mindoro Samar and Paraguan groups remain outside civil rule but will soon be organized. Military authorities will oversee some areas until ship transports arrive.
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Buencamino Proposes Philippine Plan to Secretary Root
Senor Buencamino letters Secretary Root urging an annual $50,000 Philippine fund to send students to the United States for study in industry commerce and agriculture and to fund 6,000 teachers with doubled salaries. He also calls for a civil government full amnesty after peace and a two chamber legislature. He offers to draft a Philippine events statement and to tour major U.S. cities and a Manila Rizal exposition with $100,000 appropriation.
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President nominates Georgia surgeon to volunteer captain rank
President nominates William B. Crear a Georgia contract surgeon in the US Army for assistant surgeon in volunteers with captain rank. Senate bill to boost Marine Hospital Service efficiency favored by House Commerce Committee. State Department withdraws exequatur for Warsaw consul Angus Campbell.
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Magee Planned Bio Doctors Fee in Magee Estate Case
Audit of late Senator C L Magee estate in Orphans Court reveals endorsements totaling 33000 to J C Brown that were discounted by First National Bank but not paid. Testimony shows Magee aimed to pay Dr Walter Browning 2100000 for medical services, with Shaw recounting profits from a stock deal and advice to reach an agreement. Browning seeks 350000 for services and may collect via Shaw's testimony.
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Bank Safe Blown Open in Duncannon Heist
The Duncannon National Bank near Harrisburg saw its safe blown with dynamite about 3 this morning. Five men were seen at the bank as a posse pursued them, shots were fired, and the burglars fled along a creek leaving railroad picks and crowbars behind. Only about $5 in small change and a bulldog revolver were recovered. a large sum and valuables were reportedly inside.
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Mountain outlaw Abe Buzzard arrested for horse stealing
Abe Buzzard, the Welsh mountain outlaw, was arrested in Lancaster on charges of horse theft after a partner allegedly confessed and implicated him. He had lived quietly here and claimed reform since release two years ago from prison.
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Fourth Class Postmasters Appointment
Washington lists the appointment of the fourth class postmaster for Pennsylva nia Thorndale C B Connor, indicating a formal government posting for the town.
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Judge Rules Purchases by Agents Not Sufficient for Adulteration Conviction
In Chester, Judge Johnson dismissed Pure Food and Dairy Dept suits against several merchants. He ruled that a single purchase by an agent of purportedly adulterated goods does not suffice to convict under section 4 of the act requiring sale to an agent or another party for evidence. The decision centers on the legal standards for proving adulteration.
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Camden County Peace Court Convicts Archer on Smearing Charge
In a special session Judge Jolpe sen. George Parvin faced a guilty plea from Archer amid a smearing case. The hearing concluded with a formal disposition though details remain limited in the fragment.
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