Miles rebuked by President over Schley remarks in army navy clash
Secretary Root condemns Lieutenant General Miles for commenting on the Schley court verdict in a Cincinnati interview. Roosevelt witnesses a sharp rebuke as Miles is told his high rank does not shield him from censure. Root's letters trigger renewed scrutiny of military discipline and interservice criticism.
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Miles Letters and Root Reprimand on Army Court Involvement
Secretary of War Elihu Root censures Lieutenant General Nelson A Miles for public comments on a court of inquiry’s naval case. Miles defends personal views while noting no attack on the Navy, and departs for New York as controversy over military propriety persists.
Man Strangles Mother While Dream Claim
Henry Krause twenty six living at No 3 Rogers Street Cleveland strangled his mother last night He told police the act occurred while he was in a dream Krause is under arrest pending coroner investigation
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Crane as Secretary of the Treasury Hints from White House
Washington reports that W Murray Crane governor of Massachusetts has been invited by President Roosevelt to be secretary of the treasury. Uncertainty lingers over acceptance and timing as cabinet plans hinge on Long’s possible retirement, signaling political calculations in Washington.
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Journal apology for missing magazine supplement
The Journal regrets it cannot supply the promised Magazine Supplement with this edition. Supplements were shipped from New York by express on Thursday but railroad delays prevented delivery, disappointing subscribers.
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Santa Claus and Two Jack-knives in Originals
The article outlines a multi-section journal issue with features on politics, society, literature, and education. It notes talks of a potential Crane cabinet appointment to succeed Gage, risk from connections to a Dalton paper company, and general Washington negotiations.
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Crane Hesitates on Roosevelt Treasury Offer
A close associate of Governor W. Murray Crane says he has been offered the treasury portfolio by President Roosevelt and has asked for time until next Monday to decide. The governor is weighing family and business reasons, and appears inclined to accept, though no final decision has been made.
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Copack Steamship Copack Arrives In Port Townsend
Port Townsend Washington December 21 The overdue China Mutual steamship Copack arrived this morning after sailing from Yokohama twenty four days ago.
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Hill Explains and Rails at Van Sant Inquiry
J J Hill reviews recent great railway deals in the Northwestern states and offers a pointed critique of Governor Van Sant. He outlines historic negotiations, emphasizing financial terms, regional impacts, and governance questions. The remarks frame a broader debate over railroad policy and public interest.
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Hill defends Northern Securities plan as benefit to people
President J J Hill of Great Northern Railway and the Northern Securities Company issues a conservative statement denying claims of a simple consolidation of the Northern Pacific and Great Northern. He explains past and present holdings, Union Pacific moves, and projected influence in Nebraska Kansas Missouri and surrounding states.
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Northern Pacific Battle Led to Northern Securities Co Forming
A historical account details Union Pacific actions to buy Burlington and Northern Pacific stock, Morgan partners, and a pivotal move to establish the Northern Securities Company to prevent Pacific control. The narrative covers stock surges, cross-border investments, and the aim to safeguard Northwest development and oriental shipping interests.
Court dissolves Schley court of inquiry in Navy case
President Roosevelt and Cabinet end the Sampson controversy by dissolving the naval court of inquiry. Secretary Long ordered the Schley court dissolved after approving admiral findings and Secretary Root released Maclay’s resignation, signaling full clearance of pending issues. Admiral Dewey acknowledged the dissolution.
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Secretary Long Backs Court Findings in Schley Case
Secretary Long approves the court of inquiry findings and majority opinion in the Schley case and declines further command questions. He accepts no further proceedings and rejects Admiral Sampson counsel’s request for an inquiry on command.
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