Congress at Work Embers Resume Where They Left Off
The sixty third Congress opens with routine business and an ovation for Speaker as plans form for the new session. Senator Robinson probes Carranza related charges about paid troops while lawmakers discuss the President's forthcoming message and a broad legislative program with joint committees and party meetings planned.
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Opening of Congress Brings Proposals and Oath Take
Senators introduced measures on national defense and preparedness, arms export ban, and military spending. House members sworn in including Borland and Levy, with bills for a federal building in Kansas City and Panama Canal bonds. Opening sessions featured calm atmosphere amid looming major appropriations and a potential limited presidential program.
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United States
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Navy Yard Pay Wages Examined At Hearing
Assistant Secretary Ho Roosevelt led a hearing on the calendar year 1915 wage schedules for navy yard workers. Captain Bryan, director at navy yards, attended with a trades committee. The regular wage boards of naval officers recommended the schedules to measure fairness against private establishments.
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Government budget trims cut running expenses nationwide
Secretary McAdoo submits the 1916 aggregate federal running costs at 1,090,775,134 dollars, down from current totals by about 3.58 million and last year’s estimates. Army and Navy show notable increases. river and harbor work remains limited. postal finances are adjusted to self sustainment, and several departments outline revised funding for agriculture, labor, defense, and public works.
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Plenty of Guns for Peace Marine Corps Needs
Maj. Gen. Barnett told the Horse naval committees that the Marine Corps is well equipped with machine guns and field artillery for peace but would require more for war. He noted 1,900 extra rifles obtained from the army for emergencies were never used as the naval appropriation bill took shape. Rear Admirals Badger and Fletcher were slated to testify, with Secretary Daniels expected midweek.
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No Holiday Recess Ahead Congress Eyes Long Sessions
Speaker Champ Clark, fresh from touring the East, says a Christmas recess is unlikely this year with a packed agenda. He foresees long daily sessions and focus on essential appropriation bills, noting renewed business activity across states and war-related impacts on cotton, copper, and mules.
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Penrose Fourth Term Record Set in Keystone State
Senator Boies Penrose secures a historic fourth term as Pennsylvania voters back his lead over Pinchot by about 43,035 on initial counts, with supporters noting a larger statewide majority though final returns suggest roughly 254,000 plurality. Penrose rejects Keystone party bid, receives broad ovation in Senate, and plans dinner receptions as he defends his tariff-focused Republican stance and remarks on Mexican policy aligned with Roosevelt’s views.
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Mileage Promises Fight in Congress Over 20-Cent MIlage
The House appropriations panel added a 20-cent mileage provision to the legislative appropriation bill, reigniting the battle over mileage rates. Opponents are expected to challenge it again this session as fiscal restraint tightens. House action delays the vote for several weeks.
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Sullivan Case Reopened Over Santo Domingo Envoy
Charges against James M. Sullivan American Minister to Santo Domingo prompt a reopening of inquiry with access to a broad correspondence file including endorsements before his appointment and responses. Officials plan careful review though no official statement issued. Senate action on the Philippine bill appears unlikely to advance soon as hearings and witness testimony are contemplated.
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Eye on Nicaraguan treaty urged by Senate leaders
Senate Yoreien relations chair and administration officials press for quick ratification of the Nicaraguan treaty granting an interoceanic canal route and naval bases in the Bay of Fonseca for 3 million 6 thousand dollars. They also seek approval of paying Colombia 25 million for the Panama partition. Democratic opposition in the foreign relations committee is strong, and a short session makes ratification unlikely without changes.
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Aim to Oust Warships From This Hemisphere Talks Today
Diplomatic reps from most American republics meet at the Pan American Union to discuss methods to persuade European belligerents to withdraw warships from American waters. The meeting aims for a coordinated stance, with the United States preparing a formal response on neutral conduct rules and coal limits to allow ships to reach nearby ports. If Washington withholds, Argentina, Brazil, and Chile may pursue joint action. A Senate bill eases penalties for failing to obtain a new war tax station before January 1, and the Treasury plans liberal interpretation of the law.
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Observance of Pastor S H Greene Anniversary Continues All Week
Celebration of Rev Samuel H Greene's thirty year tenure as Calvary Baptist pastor opened with a reception attended by over 1,500 people. Church rooms were decorated with peony roses and palms. music featured by a small orchestra. Notables included Mrs Greene and Rev A T Annett, with speakers set for Friday evening in the church Sunday school room.
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