Congress Hears Alaska and Panama Bills In Long Session
Congress stayed in session past Saturday night to finish business. President Taft signed the Alaska home rule bill enabling a legislature and a railroad commission. He also signed the Panama canal bill after conditions on tolls. The Senate moved to hear Teddy Roosevelt and George Perkins in relation to 1904 trust-subsidy concerns.
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Roosevelt Attacks Penrose Like A Cuttlefish In Public Blast
Theodore Roosevelt just back from a New England campaign criticizes Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania calling him a cuttlefish with hundreds of arms to attack political rivals. He accuses Penrose and allies of basing attacks on others while avoiding face to face confrontation, warning of cowardice and self preservation in their methods. A separate note from London reports a fire raging at the general telegraph office threatening the building and its government ownership with thousands in potential losses.
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War Vessels Ordered to Corinto by Navy
Navy department orders two warships, Colorado and Cleveland, to proceed at once to Corinto to protect Americans and property in the revolutionary zone. Publication notes Bremerton Ausk message sent Saturday evening.
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England and United States face potential rate war
The state department warned Great Britain of retaliatory measures if Britain lowers Suez tolls to lure traffic, signaling readiness to clash over maritime rates. Officials say the United States will go to the limit, risking a global rate war affecting world commerce.
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Shrine Dance at A. B. Hall Tomorrow Evening
Everybody is invited to attend the Shrine dance at A. B. Hall tomorrow Tuesday evening at 9 20. Lunch will be served.
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Roosevelt Seeks Senate Hearing On Campaign Contributions
Theodore Roosevelt, anxious to testify, offered to appear before Senate investigation committees in Washington to discuss campaign contributions and their influence on legislation. He criticized senators for protecting special interests and said the president only suggests while others can block measures.
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Judges Refuse to Hear Darrow Case in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles on August 26 the judges declined to sit as required. Clarence Darrow, recently acquitted of bribing a juror, faces a second indictment for allegedly attempting to bribe a juror. The prosecutor asked the governor to assign a judge to hear the case after the first judge refused to hear the matter. The district attorney is determined to press the charges despite motions to quash.
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England Denounces the Panama Bill
English press denounces Taft signing of the Panama bill. leading papers urge Hague scrutiny before it becomes operative. Government organs insist the matter should be discussed at the Hague assembly before allowing any American vessel in foreign trade to pass through the waterway freely.
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Taft Signs Sundry Civil Bill Amid Broad Allocations
President Taft signed the Sundry Civil Appropriation bill late Saturday, funding many government departments including Alaska and its education bureau. The measure, passed at a late hour, omits a start board per Democratic objection, which argued the provision was too costly despite the potential benefits.
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Senate panel may call Roosevelt to testify on 1904 funds
Washington Aug 24 The Senate investigating committee may summon Theodore Roosevelt to testify about campaign funds received in 1904. Statements by Senator Penrose and Archibald of Stanford Oil prompted the panel to seek Roosevelt's clarification. Music at the Eagle advertises nightly entertainment and top brands.
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Poteet the Water Man Returns to Nome
Poteet the waterman returns from a coastal vacation where his teams hauled dredging supplies. He will prepare to supply Nome with water for the coming winter under the contract he holds.
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Royal Fruit Store Receives Large Shipment by Senator
The Royal Fruit Store announces a large shipment of fruit aboard the steamship Senator. It offers all kinds and a wide variety and invites customers to place orders now.
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Mexican Rebels Active Again in Western Coastline
Rebels shift base to western republic along Magdalena Bay coast tearing up railroad lines and attacking police posts. Government troops under Madero have abandoned the towns and now occupy Vhia City while facing guerrilla actions in the far western region.
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Dr Sen Yat Sun Alive Amid Capital Tension
Reporting from Kepis on August 26 the capital scene remains tense as Dr Sen Yat Sun is described alive though the mood is grim with rumors of a murder nearby. President Yuan seeks the hoted figure to discuss strengthening the government and restoring calm among the people.
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Bank robbery suspects confess after pressure in Topeka
TOPEKA Aug 26 Tal Wella Leunsherny and Meiterd confessed to holding up the Southern Pacific express at a dye threat in January. The men, accused of the act, awaited investigation before confessing after persistent pressure linked them to the crime.
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