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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1911

Page

5

Sulzer Victory Speech Stirs Mass Meeting at Masonic Temple

New York Representative William Sulzer electrified a large audience at the Masonic Temple with a victory speech supporting the abrogation of the Russian treaty of 1888. He predicted Senate passage by a near unanimous vote and was joined by Senator Miles Poindexter and Representatives from New York and Massachusetts. He argued no war fear and urged Congress to act promptly on the abrogation.

New York Masonic Temple Kern William Sulzer Newyo Sulzer Masente Senate House Miles Poindexter Sistingtm Wherfel Fexa Tower Masouri F Morris Massachusetts Willkon DeLacy Simon Federret Jewtan Washington Anerl Wilton Congress At & Tor Rota

Lloyd May Be Re-elected Amid Democratic Panels

The text discusses expected reelection of Representative James T. Lloyd of Michigan, amid opposition to the Democratic Congressional Committee chairmanship. It notes no current opponent and references reorganizing efforts and intra-party dynamics within the Democratic party without clear contest or further candidates.

Democratic Congressopal Committee Democratic Congressionalittee James T Lioyd Migaphid Cos Jobson Navores Arts Eli Hierniana

See Supplemental Appropriation Power Debate in House

Assembly discussions hinge on a committee drafting a bill to grant building funds. Uorcia Sheppard urges that the committee oversee the process free of external influence, seeking independent action on public buildings. The proposal would authorize new construction while preserving public input and committee checks.

Bod Matte Sheppard Purol Ittons

Taft Wits Solve Russian Tangle In Treaty Termination Dispute

The text discusses executive authority to terminate the 1850 treaty with Russia, Congress actions in 1795 and 1858 precedent, and President McKinley and Sulzer arguing termination contrasts with constitutional limits. It notes a withdrawal of notice yet continued recognition by both governments and references to France treaties as precedent for nullifying treaties.

Senate House of Rep Congress Conrete McKintey Department of State Sulzer France Russia Bulser Senate Committee On Foreign Relations

Russian envoy made no formal protest over treaty abrogation

St Petersburg reports the Russian foreign office says M Bakhmeteff the ambassador in Washington did not lodge any formal protest regarding the 1833 Russo American treaty abrogation. Washington dispatches claim tentative passport talks are under way with no official comment from Russia. The editor of the progovernment Russian press argues against restrictive laws and for abolition of the passport system.

St. Petersburg M. Bakhmeteff Washington Foreign Office Russia

Weather Conditions From the Eastern Storm and Westerly Winds

Swept by a Gulf of St Lawrence disturbance the eastern storm passes. high pressure, then a southwest disturbance moves eastward. In the Pacific states heavy rains and snows, in the Midwest and lake regions unsettled weather with snow, in the Gulf and Southwest cooler temperatures. Winds: New England northwesterly, mid-Atlantic variable, South Atlantic northeast, West Coast east and south, Lake Michigan light to variable. Local reports show temperatures around mid 40s to mid 50s, sunshine hours low. River conditions noted on Potomac and Shenandoah. Harpers Ferry reports clear.

Weather Bureau Washington Dee Gulf of St Lawrence Arizona Pacific States Plateau Missouri Upper Mitsissippi Velleye Laka Lower Imbe Middle Atlantic States New England Florida Gulf States Southwest South Atlantic Ward Stow Rocke Mountain Miss Asippi Northwestern Mississippi Valley Lake Region Atante Saat Gulf States Midia Atlantic Tght South Atlantic J Coach Vght Guit Lake Michigan European Porte Grand Banks

Emigration Limits Tied to British and American Policy

A fragment discusses anti-Jewish sentiment in Russia and the claimed impact of Jewish communities on cities. It argues Poland and Little Russia are not ruined by Jews, calls for solutions to Russia’s “most important question,” and notes emigration as a supposed remedy hindered by British and American government policies and treaty changes.

Russia Russria

Demand That Pact Be Ended Mass Meetings Call Congress

Mass meetings in Boston and Troy urge Congress to abrogate the 182 treaty with Russia and press for the Sumer measure. Rabbi M. M. Hickies says 100,000 Hebrews stand ready to enlist if American rights lead to war. In Troy, Mayor Mann presides as officials urge ending relations with Russia regardless of race or religion.

Boston Troy Congress Russia Senate Fancuil Hell M. M. Hickies Aussia N. Y Taft Elias P. Mann

Russia Bars a Priest With Selemographical Probe

The Russian government refused the British Ambassador's request to admit Father Figott, an Australian Jesuit priest and scientist, to Russia to work with Prince Gailt zen on selemographical investigations. It follows a previous denial of Bishop Hoban's entry.

Father Pigott Cadi Wartlington Post St. Petersburg Father Figott Russia Prince Gailtzen Bishop Hoban Scranton

Taft Finalizes Tariff Message Ahead of Congress

President Taft with tariff board members at the White House last evening completed the final draft of his tariff message on the wool schedule. The text sets the stage for a long partisan clash over whether tariffs should protect American producers or serve as a revenue source, with Congress to decide in the coming days.

Tariff Board Hilles Taft White House Congress

Carroll Institute Plans 30 Day Campaign for Members

The Carroll Institute will launch a 30 day effort to enlarge its membership this evening, with committees finalizing plans. The institute, now with several hundred members, offers lectures, a night school, dances, fetchers, pool, and other activities that enrich social life. The basketball team shows progress toward a championship, activities resume after Christmas on January 2, a track beam will be organized, and theatricals revived. J Zillcox and W Cleary Sullivan attended the CY, M A governors meeting in Baltimore yesterday.

Carroll Institute J. Zillcox W. Cleary Sullivan Institute Governors of The Cy, M. A Baltimore

Socialists' Grip Described by Victor Berger at Mass Meeting

Victor L Berger the lone Socialist in Congress predicts in a National Rifles Armory address that the party will hold 60 seats in ten years and the White House will be occupied by a Socialist. He cites Los Angeles losses tied to the McNamara case, notes party growth from 600 to 53 000 votes, and urges labor to wield ballot power. Other speakers include Carey Goebel Hillquit Lewis and Spargo.

White House Los Angeles McNamara Saga Socialism Land Ita Victor L. Berner Congress National Rifles Armory Berger Socialist Party Washington Socialistic Party McNamare Socialate Russia James TF. Carey George Goebel Morris Hillquit Mre Lena Morrow Lewis John Bpargo

Resembles Boston Robber In Forgery Case

Frank Jefferson, 31, arrested after being linked to John M. Jefferson forgery case. Police say Jefferson resembles Charles D. Murphy, an ex-convict once released from Massachusetts State Prison in 1902 for house breaking. Jefferson claimed to be the son of the forgery suspect and said he met his father in Washington after a Philippines Army service. He added the aged man was a stranger he met in New York City two weeks prior.

Frank Jefferson John M. Jefferson Frank G. Carpenter Winton Trust Company Charles D. Murphy Massachusetts State Penitentiary Murphy Boston Jefferson Washington Philippines Ninth Avenue New York City

Burton Holmes Ends Rio de Janeiro Visit Season

In Beautiful Brazil Burton Holmes closes his season with a Rio de Janeiro travelogue. The Columbia audience votes the Brazilian capital among the world’s most beautiful cities as Buena Aires and Rio da Janeiro shine in the final lecture. Crowd packed theater to bid him farewell until next year.

Burton Holmes Rio de Janeiro Columbia Buena Aires Mr. Holmes

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