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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1904

Page

4

Roosevelt Considers Stonewall Jackson Grandson for West Point

A Southern delegation urged President Roosevelt to appoint Stonewall Jackson’s grandson to the Military Academy at West Point. The president indicated willingness to make an exception and place the name in the army register if possible, citing his intent to honor Southern heritage.

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New Member Thomas Faces Tariff Views on Steel

Representative Aubrey Thomas of Niles Ohio arrives for Congress as a new member and signals steel industry support for selective tariff reductions. He notes mills may safely drop duties on steel rails wire nails and billets while avoiding broad changes and urges careful consideration by the House.

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RAPIER FOR PRESIDENT Preaideng Reootevelt tale of the Comers

A garbled nineteenth century era notice describes a ceremonial presentation to the President by James Youches of Minnesota, involving a sword gifted for a lunar event and the presentation of a regalia piece said to be connected to a Mesnis lineage. The text mentions Capt Leonard Vaughus and a council of volunteers, with references to early New York events and a legacy weapon.

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Indiana Senat or race stirs with Cannon remarks

A Terre Haute visitor reports Speaker Cannon not interfering in Indiana’s senatorial contest. James S Frorens says he aims to remain neutral, praising Hemenway but not pledging support. Other Indiana figures weigh in, noting rivalries and factional views across Vigo County and the upper branch.

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Presidents mediation urged in Youngstown steel strike

Amalgamated Association leaders led by Shaffer and Evang asked President Roosevelt to intervene in the Carnegie Steel Company dispute at Youngstown Ohio and a subsidiary of United States Steel. They sought White House mediation to arrange arbitration and end the prolonged strike, meeting with Secretary to secure a presidential audience, while other lawmakers visited the White House for courtesy and minor matters.

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Little Fight in Them Argument in the Lean Vote

Democratic senators discuss party policy as Bryanite defection trends loom in shaping the party’s control prospects. Official presidential vote tallies show Bryanite drift, with regional swings and rural votes indicating conservative Democrats favoring Roosevelt and McKinley era patterns over radical shifts.

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Odell Holds Conference At Fifth Avenue Hotel

New York Governor Odell met with former governor Black and a stream of callers at the Fifth Avenue Hotel. The discussions were not disclosed but were thought to concern the nomination for the seat of the United States Senate. No details were shared by Odell or Black.

Odell Fifth Avenue Hotel

In a Class All Alone Kings New Life Pills Stomach Ver Kidneys

Advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a superior stomach ver and kidney remedy with no cure no pay offer. Price listed as 26c and available at all druggists.

Trust in Oil Monopoly Examined by Government Probe

Government inquiry into Standard Oil and the Bureau of Corporations weighs how far federal action can reach a giant oil trust. Officials seek to reveal evils beyond current statutes and consider amendments to empower regulation and public accountability.

Bureau of Corporations Department of Commerce Standard Oil Company Department Bureau Départment A. Commerce Cally John D Rockefeller Llenry W. Rogers Thea Silos Standard Oil

Missouri Senate Fight Behind Kerens Bid for U.S. Senate

In Missouri ex party leaders and allies marshal senior talents to back Kerens as the state battles over the Senate seat. Names like Elkins Clark and Schurz appear in a tense power struggle with rail and regional interests shaping the contest, while critics warn of boodle and manipulation amid a historic legislative deadlock. Meanwhile Sewall and Shaw contend for a federal appointment as the political skirmish widens to district judiciary probes and per diem expense questions.

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Congress Urged to Curb Expenditures Amid Revenue Doubts

Prominent Republicans in Congress push for strict winter economy as revenue prospects weaken. Speakers Shaw and Cannon discussed funding, with Cannon urging restraint despite uncertain large revenues. Secretaries and lawmakers anticipate no broad public works, aiming to curb spending to placate business concerns over a growing deficit.

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Watch Presented Judge Holt at Packer County Banquet

The second annual banquet of the Packer County Bar Association was held at the St James Hotel Parsons. Twenty three covers were laid. Judge John Hamer Hill received a handsome gold watch as he retires from the bench after redistricting. Jayalentine acted as toastmaster.

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Unclear Senate Candidacy Rumors Stir Political Talk

Fragmentary report notes District of Columbia Judges not traveling on business and mentions rumors of ex Gow Juank 8 Blacky and Gow Odell allied factions. It suggests debates over Senator Depew re election and possible candidacy influenced by patronage and governor’s power, with India mentioned as a distant topic.

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Taft Guest of Honor at Panama Banquet

President Amador of Panama hosts a banquet in Taft's honor as negotiations continue covertly over canal zone disputes. Talks involve Secretary Taft, Secretary of State, and Panamanian officials with no official statements to be released until consensus is reached.

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Parsons to devote time to canal work as chief engineer

William Barelas Parsons, chief engineer of the transit commission, announced he will resign his city subway duties to devote all his time to canal work. He had charge of the city interest on the subway during its construction and is a member of the Panama Canal Commission.

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