Mann Bill Reported Change At Panama Ports
The House adjourned after a brief session as Mann of the interstate commerce committee submitted a favorable report on a reform bill to curb white slave traffic. The measure aims to stop pimps and traffickers from forcing women into prostitution across states, without regulating the practice itself. A minority report by Adams Son Bartlett and Peters will follow after the holidays.
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Father Dies After Fire Rescues Child From Burning Home
Mrs James Allen Burnaville left her two children aged 3 and 2 alone to answer a call, returning to find her home on fire. Orville was saved by the father who died from burns shortly after, while the younger child perished in the flames. onlookers restrained the parent from reentering.
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Congress Condensed Senate and House Actions Summary
An abbreviated Senate session confirmed diplomatic nominations including Robert Escon to be ambassador to Frazee, while a Ballinger related controversy prompted calls for investigation. A House committee reported on slave trade reforms and a Panama Canal reorganization proposal drew Democratic support, with hearings set for January 20. The chamber adjourned to reconvene January 4.
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Lawmakers seek funding for Steuben statue replica gift
Missouri Representative Bartholdt introduces a bill in the House to appropriation 5000 to model a replica of Baron von Steuben statue to gift to Emperor William and the German nation. The effort notes gratitude for shared history and cites prior statues in Paris and Washington. A related measure by Focht of Pennsylvania calls for a statue honoring Conrad Weiser in Harrisburg with a 2000 cost. Also a justice department deficiency estimate totals 52235 for 1910 fraud investigations and 115000 for pay of special assistant attorneys.
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Postal Inquiry Sparks Senate Interest in 1861 7 Fees
Senators push resolutions seeking details on fees from post office box rentals and registration during 1861 to 1867. Postmasters allegedly redirected those fees to the Treasury, a Washington postmaster's $600 claim triggering efforts for an omnibus refund bill. Debate centers on potential money involved and motives amid budget cuts. Also notes Senate committee assignments for lands and agriculture forestry.
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Resignations Plotted At Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Well informed quarters report that Oscar G Murrey will resign as B& O president and that Vice Presidents George F Randolph and George L Potter will also resign Their departures are tied to a broader shift in leadership and ownership interests at the line with Potter linked to Pennsylvania interests.
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Boscobel on the James River burned near Richmond
Fire destroyed the Boscobel home of WT Moulton on the James River several miles above Richmond. The pews valued at 5,000 were burned, along with household goods and Mrs Moulton’s jewels. E A Saunderer of this city is a claimant. Likely cause a defective flue.
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Federal rail commission seeks broader power in 1900s reforms
The annual report to Congress urges expanded Federal control over railroad capitalization and authority to set through routes and joint rates. It cites costly valuation needs, especially for interstate lines, and calls for corrective orders from the commission after investigations.
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Jerusalem's Woes and Sacred Remnants in the Holy Land
A travelogue through Jerusalem noting its dirt and poverty, contrasts with sacred sites. Describes the Ecce Homo arch, Via Dolorosa, Temple remains, Jewish quarters, and the contrast between ancient piety and modern neglect. Observes pilgrims, beggars, and Franciscan care at Gethsemane, with calls for reform in municipal works and sanitation beyond the walls.
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Jury Finds for Railroad in Birchs Wrongful Death Suit
A Alexandria County jury returned a verdict in favor of Great Falls and Old Dominion Railroad in the case William W Marey administrator v. Great Falls and Old Dominion Railroad for $1000 damages. The suit claimed Charles Birch was killed crossing tracks near Lynhurst Va on June 1. The plaintiff alleged excessive train speed. the defense argued Birch was negligent. Judge J B T Thornton presided. Attorneys Crandal Mackey led the plaintiff. Wilton J Lambert and C P Meal represented the railroad.
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Hope of work vanishes as tin plate mills dismantled near Wheeling
Special to The Washington Post Wheeling W Va Dec 21 about 4900 striking tin workers at Bridgeport and Marting Ferry across Ohio and in Wheeling view the dismantling of the Aetna Standara plant of the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company begun as part of the strike that started last July Many workers fear destitution with no nearby employment as key machinery is freighted away At Martina Poetry plant the largest generator and two big lathes have been removed Ex Sheriff Earnshaw dead age 85 survived by widow and two children
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South Africa confirms new government leadership
A brief report states Gladsi London and Bet report a shift in home affairs. The United South Africa government, led by a general, was officially confirmed today signaling a new administration and policy direction.
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No Protest Against Bacon Nominated Ambassador to France
senators cleared the way for Robert Bacon by unopposed confirmation of his ambassadorial appointment to France as the Senate closed for holidays. Senator Crawford’s campaign finance bill would require presidential electors and congressional candidates to file detailed campaign expenditure and contributions with the Secretary of State. Senator Johnston proposed moving Congress start date to the first Monday in January after elections.
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UNITED FOR STATEHOOD Arizona Delivers Hopeful Report
Governor Sloan reports Arizona united for statehood in his annual Territory affairs review to the Interior Secretary. He cites political platforms and Senate support for early admission, asserting consistent precedents justify admission as fair treatment. Territory population exceeds 209,000 with mining and sales growth noted.
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Aldrich Delivers Monetary Report and Nominations
Senator Aldrich submitted a statistical monetary committee report to the Senate covering banks and trust companies, largely public already in brief form. The President sent to the Senate nominations for Howard Bohrer of South Dakota as Interior Department auditor and Charles H West of Mississippi to join the Mississippi River Commission.
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Fortifying Cape Henry Entrance Urged in Norfolk Plan
Norfolk business groups propose inviting Virginia and Maryland congressmen to inspect the Chesapeake Bay entrance at Cape Henry. The plan calls on War Department officials to press for fortifications as a national defense measure and would feature a dinner and a site visit to the cape to witness the entrance firsthand.
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Pape's Diuretic Promoted for Quick Kidney Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Pape's Diuretic as a safe, thorough remedy for backache, rheumatic pains, urinary issues, and bladder distress. It claims rapid relief, emphasizes that a single carded dose cleanses and revitalizes urinary organs, and notes availability through druggists and merchants worldwide.
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