Cannon Explains Large War Era Appropriations
Official statement by Representative Cannon shows Fifty fifth congress total appropriations of 1 566 90 016 202 for the session closed 673 658 400 with 70 million in future contracts. He notes a postwar drop from the prior session mainly due to Spanish American War expenses. Ordinary appropriations total 1 084 327 632 81 after deducting war charges.
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Mr Dockery Attacks Excessive War Time Appropriations
Mr Dockery the ranking Democrat on the house appropriations committee denounces Congress for extravagant spending surpassing the so called billion dollar Congress. He notes a $99,159,554.50 current revenue deficit amid war needs and calls for stricter economy.
Merriam Appointed and Confirmed Census Director
Washington March 7 One of the final presidential appointments was W. R. Merriam to be director of census. The Minnesotan was nearly immediately confirmed by the Senate.
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All Appropriation Bills Passed by Congress
Washington March 7. Congress adjourned shortly after noon Saturday after all appropriation bills passed both houses and were signed by the president.
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Italy Lands Marines at San Mun Bay in Coaling Lease Clash
Rome dispatch says Italian warships landed marines at San Mun bay to take possession after China refused a ninety nine year lease for a coaling station and naval base. Italy will pay about £80,000. the tsungli yamen seeks a fifty year lease.
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Chine seeking lease stance on San Mun bay amid Italian demand
The Chinese foreign office replies to Italy via the charge d affaires Marquis Salvio Baggi o, refusing the San Mun bay lease under German Kiao Chau terms. Romer reports the Chinese stand seen as temporary. Rear Admiral Grenet sails from Naples on the Italian cruiser Stromboli to command the squadron in Chinese waters.
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Bitter reaction to Havana cutbacks in Santiago
El Provenir laments Havana orders capping provincial spending at 10 000 as United States actions antagonize Major General Wood. It notes 3000 workers laid off with one day’s notice and warns of threats to public peace and property amid Cuban unrest. Independencia El Cubana and Santiago Herald echo the tone.
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Spain's New Cabinet Takes Oath
Maprio March 7 reports the new cabinet sworn in with Senor Silvela as premier and foreign affairs minister. Dato leads interior, Villa Verde finance, Duran justice, Poliaveira war, Pidal public affairs and colonies, Camara marine. Martinez de Campos may become senate president.
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Secretary Alger Eyes Cuban Native Army Recruitment
Washington March 6 Secretary Alger favors General Gomez’s idea to recruit the island’s native Cubans into the U S Army stationed in Cuba. He would approve if qualifications are satisfactory, noting it would provide work for many Cubans without support. Gomez’s proposal has not yet been officially communicated.
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Promotion of Hobson at Young Age Shocks Navy
Wasu Hinoton March 6 reports naval officers deem the president's advancement of Hobson the greatest material promotion in naval history. It will make Hobson a captain at 30, advancing 250 numbers in line and shaving 26 years from normal promotion.
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Sheridan Arrives in Gibraltar Quarantined After Voyage
United States transport Sheridan reaches Gibraltar from New York after February 19 departure with the Twelfth infantry and the Seventeenth battalion, but is placed in quarantine due to illness aboard.
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Big Men Big Ben Clock Claims World’s Largest Timepiece
The London Sun reports Westminster’s Big Ben clock as the largest and most powerful clock in the world. It requires five hours to wind one weight, done twice weekly, and runs for eight and a half days. The dial spans 224 feet in diameter.
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