Sharp House talk stirs debate on Taft Roosevelt era
In a brief session the House heard Kuestermann of Wisconsin defend patriotism amid accusations of ties to German shipping, while Sabath blocked printing of the white slave document and Fitzgerald pressed for a clerk. The chamber adjourned after hours of tense exchange over immigration, spending, and the calendar amid criticism of extravagance and government operations.
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Congress Condensed Reflects Senate Moves and House Battles
Congress condensed notes rapid Senate chatter on a lead to idalaza with Rasner and Cummins proposing radical changes. Several nominations moved, but Yanice Fi Curtin and Rosal BL Cadell stalled by the commission. Adjournment came after a short session as CPAC factions sparred over President Taft’s plans and anti foreign ship measures.
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Washington University urged for Morill act extension
Justice Harlan and President Needham led a Washington delegation before House agriculture committees to support Rep Boutell's bill adding the District of Columbia to Morrill act benefits. They argued DC colleges already deserve aid comparable to 49 states and territories, citing deficits in sustaining mechanical arts and agricultural courses at George Washington University.
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Reed Rules Controversy Shaped House Power History
A detailed account of the Reed rules battle in the U S House from 189 to the 61st Congress, detailing Thomas Reed's rise to power, the ejecting of Democrats, quashing minority obstruction, and the lasting impact on party discipline and the speaker's authority. It covers key figures McKinley Cannor Reed and the political stakes across Republican and Democratic eras.
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Tomorrow The American Congress XI Speaker Cannon's Career
A compact profile of Speaker Joseph G. Cannon outlining his long career in Congress. The piece surveys his influence, leadership roles, party dynamics, and key milestones shaping legislative history.
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Fourth Term for Palmer Named United States Marshal
A large batch of Senate nominations includes Aulick Palmer for another term as United States marshal of the District of Columbia. Palmer has served twelve years and would total sixteen, first appointed by President Millard Fillmore. Other nominations include William Mills as governor of New Mexico and William Pope as chief justice of the territory, with several immigration commissioners and confirmed appointees for customs, treasurer, and other posts.
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Reformers Hear Bill on Interstate Gambling by Telegraph
In Washington a hearing is set in the Senate Judiciary Committee room on Senator Burkett’s bill to bar interstate gambling by telegraph. The 13th Reform Congress adjourns to attend. Former Senator Blair and 29 reform groups will present opinions from multiple states. Clergy leaders Tufts Miller Greer Batten will testify, with Henry Brolaski backing a Mexico gambling concession issue linked to the reform drive. The measure known as the Sima Dil ahead in the House, with a forthcoming hearing.
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Railways deny lobby bureau plan amid Congress report
Railway officials in Chicago and elsewhere deny a report that the railroads intend to create a top bureau in Washington to influence legislation. Vice President Miller of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy confirms no such arrangement exists and finds no evidence of lobbying bureaus or similar entities. He states the report has no foundation.
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