Panama Canal Commission Denies Funds Halt on Work
Theodore Shonts, chairman of the Isthmian Canal Commission, says the Panama Canal diggings have not halted for money. He cites a surplus earlier and explains current expenditures and plans to finish preliminary work within three to four months, with no need to issue bonds. The commission notes funds remain and expect Congress to provide追加.
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Canal Commission to Sell to All in Isthmus Zone
Unrest grows as canal authorities end preferential sales to native workers. Prices rise as merchants gouge in the Isthmus Canal Zone while Taft Amador agreement prompts government stores to open to all. Shonts announces expansion of commissariats and cheaper goods for silver employes.
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Dutch engineer named to Canal Commission board meeting in September
The Dutch government nominated Jaco Mreua to join the board of consulting engineers. He is to attend the commission meeting in Wroensbares on September 1 where Mr. Johan as Pee is also noted to be present. The appointment places him in a cabinet level advisory role.
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Carus and Sons Lead in District LegalCircles
A historical portrait outlines Eugene Carusi senior partner at Carusi & Sons, long linked to District law and education. It notes his 1859 practice start, 1879 National University Law School leadership, and ties to prominent figures like Arthur MacArthur and Justice Miller, highlighting his role in steering the school and shaping the legal profession.
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Hi. Claughton
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B. Webb
Samuel F. Millér
Retsains Two Wilmington Offices to Avert Deadlock
President Roosevelt suspended civil service rules to allow C M Leitch deputy collector of internal revenue to hold both the Wilmington city council seat and its presidency for two years. Leitch’s dual role sparked protest that it violated civil service law and could keep the council deadlocked. The move avoids a two year vacancy but ends once a successor is elected.
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Immigration frauds shadow Chinese health certificates trade
Reports allege Hongkong consulate officer sold health certificates to Chinese immigrants. State Department and Commerce and Labor may open a broad probe. Adee receives circular from Chinatown San Francisco claiming payments made to obtain certificates. Investigation of Consul General Bragg in Hong Kong expected. Also notes Civil Service Commission forest supervisor examinations in October across Western states to fill reserve oversee roles.
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Waterways Commission to Meet in Buffalo September First
The international Waterways Commission including the United States Mexico Canada will convene in Buffalo on September 1 for two days of public hearings. Additional sessions will discuss the Niagara Falls project with Toronto and Hamilton, Ontario participating.
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Monument to ex President Harrison Publicly Funded
Coromisson reports a plan to erect a statue of General Harrison funded by donations totaling about 80 000 dollars. The German American citizens alliance petitions for support and a commission is named to oversee the project. The late general is to be honored in a ceremony on September 4 with city officials and citizens expected to attend.
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Utah and Washington Clash Over Public Land Draw
The text reports a federal land draw policy in Utah and Washington with details on home site awards, mining rights, and the opening of lands for settlement within a sixty day period. It notes rules on mineral exploration, water rights, and state laws governing the lands.
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Licenses Canceled In Alien Officers Naturalization Fraud
Reports by Chief Wilkie of the United States Secret Service describe about twenty arrests on the Pacific Coast. Officers and mates aboard American ships are charged with obtaining licenses and master licenses through fraud via forged citizenship certificates. Courts have nullified many citizenship papers as part of the crackdown. Names listed include officers and engineers such as Setar O’Neil and Eugene Guilivan, with arrests awaiting action.
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Detroit firm faces fraud order amid occult confection scheme
A Detroit firm Baker & Smith faced a fraud order as Henry Baker and Heart G. were said to employ young members in alleged schemes. The case involved a special formula confection used to gain favor with sweethearts. Authorities and inspectors conducted interviews and prepared a report.
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Mrs J Ford Thomson Head Passes Away
Mrs J Ford Thomson head wife of Dr F Bos Berencentt of Westvan Del, educated there and at Wreekings Law University Hospital. She lived in the city for many years, was married seventy years to Dr Thomson, and will be buried at a local cemetery. Her passing follows a long illness with noted service to community and profession.
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Deaths and funerals in Washington area society
Prominent Washington figures and families attend obsequies and arrangements. Mrs Bland Breckenbrough MeAboy dies after a week long illness from peritonitis and appendicitis. funeral at 4 PM from 3406 N Street NW with Rev F B Howdex officiating. she was a patroness of Children's Hospital and Home for incurables and a member of the Society of Colonial Dames. William G Brendel dies of typhoid fever at 20 Twelfth Street NE. funeral planned in Frederick, Md, with interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. he was born in Frederick and educated there and in Washington. Mrs Mary Rials dies in Chevilly after ten years in the city. funeral at St. Paul’s Church NW with interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. August Hoestar, a clerk in the Department of Commerce and Labor, dies at 44 at 2215 M Street NW. funeral planned at residence, in charge of Mr Hoester’s family. The column notes literary discussion on the literature of exposure in Atlantic, reflecting contemporary public discourse.
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Grounding and collision Near Angel Island Harbor
The cruiser Chicago ran aground near Angel Island in San Francisco Bay while escorting the Bennington, amid strong tidal current. The vessels collided and drifted apart with damage noted. tug Fortune aided, then line broke causing further contact. Separate items report Captain Hartmann's acquittal, naval orders, and forthcoming cruises of the Brooklyn and Tacoma.
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Illusions shattered by wealth and travel dreams
A rich girl recalls grand European ambitions dashed by mundane realities. She recounts Rome’s Coliseum, Venice canals, and touring by trolley, confessing the joy of travel faded as money altered her dreams and expectations.
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