Convent of Congress Sets Extra Session Plans
Washington reports plans for the sixty sixth congress to convene in extraordinary session Monday noon after President Wilson issues the call. Republicans and Democrats finalize leadership, with Clark poised as speaker and the party preparations for orderly early work and a slow pace as talks on the peace treaty and league of nations continue.
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Senate optics shift as Republicans set leadership plans
Monday proceedings show Representative Gillett of Massachusetts as speaker with Mondell of Wyoming as floor leader. Senate procedure slate named in conference lists Prtu dent pro tempore. Republicans hold a two vote majority and aim to elect Cummins of Iowa as president pro tempore.
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Massachusetts
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Wyoming
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Charged With Attempt To Bribe Trial Judge
An indictment charges John Beard Jr. and Gus Reubel with conspiring to bribe U.S. District Judge George W. English to grant a new trial for Reubel who was convicted last November of breaking seals on railroad cars in interstate shipment. The scheme allegedly involved offering $1000 to influence the court. Beard says he will prove his innocence at his trial.
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