Roosevelt Era Policy Rift Deepens in Ballinger Pinchot Feud
The document traces tensions among Strain of officials from Roosevelt to Taft over forest land withdrawals and water power sites. It notes Ballinger’s moves, Pinchot’s opposition, and Taft’s stance on government control of water power versus state regulation, with references to Garfield, Glavis, and the White House debates on conservation policy.
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Roosey
Forest Service Ag
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Bilding
Land Office Forest
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Tifa
Ballinger
Rooseland
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Mmnenu
Taft
Forester Pinchot
Forester Pincchot
White House
Garfeld
Sercury Dallinger
Carfeldax
Interior Department
Taft Almaent
Gaffield
Batinger
Congress
Yall
Poer
Water Power Trust
Ariwal
Hirian
Waxington
Pecmagent
Halinger
Secretary of the Interior
Weet
Washington
Cunningham
Alaska
Glavin
Tailinger
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Shaw
Glavis
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Tavt
Stor Pinchot
Snter Power Companies
Prochet
Inquiry to Rigidity of Baltinger Pinchot Controversy Probe
Capitol planning a speedy inquiry into the Baltinger Pinchot controversy. Senator Jones will introduce results January 6 after Senate reconvenes. A joint committee, with equal Senate and House members, will probe to uncover facts and avoid whitewash. The inquiry aims to reach the bottom of the matter and ensure accountability.
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Baltinger Pinchot
Jones
Weahington
Secretary of the Interior
Senate
McLaurin
Notnott
Committee On
Public Lands
Nurse Mary Brown To Receive Carnegie Hero Medal
Miss Mary R Brown a trained nurse shot Monday night by delirious patient Martin L Sterling is to be awarded a Carnegie hero medal Dr J Roter Biggs of 1005 Virginia Ave SW praises her bravery He notes her act saved other household members while Sterling remains under care at George Washington University Hospital and Agency Hospital recovery signs appear hopeful.
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Mary R Brown
Martin L Sterling
J Roter Bigay
Virginia Avenue Southwest
Mr Sterling
Struzgln
Marm Sterling
Sterling
Agency Hospital
Moss
George Washington University
McGrew Arraigned After Run Amuck in Northwest Streets
McGrew, a carpenter, faced arraignment after a spree that began at Twenty-sixth and Piotres northwest with a threatened gun, then stopped a baker’s wagon on Twenty-seventh and streets northwest. Sergio Bean testified to the chase and capture, McGrew later told the court he regretted his actions as Judge Mulloway ordered observation at Washington asylum for his mental condition.
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Willam Methew
Pollee
Yeaterday
Mulloway
Washington Asylum
Sergio Bean
McGrew
Twenty
Piotrests
Coss Hole
Wee
Accuses Her Mother in Law in Alienation Suit
Louise Marie Parker sues Mary Helen Parker in District Supreme Court for alienation of affections alleging her mother in law wrongly deprived her of her husband Frank P Parker whom she married in 1903. Parker also filed for divorce with claims his wife violated marital vows and involved a corespondent.
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David Rothschld
Charles F Diggs
Louise Marie Parker
District Supreme Court
Mary Helen Parker
Frank P Parker
Comfort Fellowship Society
Parker House
Parker
Taft as Santa Claus and Police Promotions
President Taft played Santa Claus for White House staff yesterday giving turkeys to employees earning under 1200 dollars a year and gold pieces to those above that threshold. In police news R A Sanders, private class 3, promoted to inspector of pharmacies, and George B Wheelock moved from acting in the First Precinct to street duty in the Third precinct.
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White House
Taft
White Hoge Eschwan
Rolla
R A. Sanders
Metropolitan Police Department
George B Wheelock
J W van Zant
Oliva¢aney
Fake gems in society spark concern over real necklaces
A Washington jewelers claim that most so called pearl necklaces worn by society are imitations. Mrs William Draper defends her famous collection as genuine. Experts say only ten genuine Washington necklaces remain, with many wearers choosing replicas due to cost and prestige.
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Agtor
Washington
National Capital
Draper
William F Drapery
Wwe
Attorney General Rules Friar Lands Sale Valid in Philippines
Attorney General Wickersham holds the U S government may sell friar lands in the Philippines to individuals beyond 40 acres, opposing a limit under the organic act. The ruling does not change restrictions on agricultural corporations owning more than 2,500 acres. The Dixie song is also noted as beloved in patriotic popularity per Library of Congress official.
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Attormey
Tumut
Friar Landa
Philippines
Wickersham
Spain
Sugar Trust
O G T Sonneck
Sohief
Division of Music
Library of Congress
Mr. Gonneck
Forest Service to Aid Eris Christmas Treat for Staff Children
The Forest Service maintains its holiday custom started by Harry C Towers gifting yearly to employees' children. About seven children of chiefs and clerks will attend as the forest staff assembles at noon to meet Santa, with a decorated hall and a jolly Santa impersonated by the heaviest staff member. Invitations pledge the service keeps green the memory of one who loved little children.
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Harry C. Towers
Forest Service
Wim
Women Demand Jury Trial In Uruguayan Case
In police court Mrs Torrences Garland faced a charge on behalf of Senor Alberto Nirmias secretary and clergyman of the Uruguayan legation. The accused demanded a jury trial which was granted and a 11:00 session was continued. The defense sought dismissal of the ball date but the assistant US attorney declined. The case likely goes to trial after the holidays. Rational Museum to Remain Open The United States National Museum will stay open Christmas and New Year from 8 am to 4 30 pm.
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Alberto Nim
Rias
Clergs
Charles F Diggs
Diggs
United States
Given
Libreais
Rational Museum
Datla
United States National Museum
Insurance Company
Washington and
Georgetown
Seventh Street
Louisiana Avenue
Firemens Insurance Company
Hoffman
George Cober
Board of Medical Supervisors
Hioriaa
New Jersey Avenue
Florida Avenue
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Ihe
National City Bank
Weuneke
Washington
D/C
Wonder
Bonds Forfeited in Police Court Actions
Judge Mulloway forfeited the bond of George M Campbell accused of violating the code. John C Masters arrested in December 1907 for giving a needless fire alarm failed to appear, prompting collection of $200 from his surety George L Goodacre. Zephy Moore’s surety duties for Florence White and Mamie Wicks face a $1000 loss for unlicensed bar charges. Féward Mack faced pharmacy law charges and cocaine sale penalties, with D P Syphax as surety liable for district costs. Samuel H Walker’s surety must cover $800 for nonappearance.
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James L Pugh
Mulloway
George M Campbell
John C Masters
George L. Goodacre
Masters
Sepa Te
Zephy Moore
Florence White
Mamie Wicks
Pugh
Féward Mack
Gizo
Christmas Eve Yuletide Bowl At Nations Prep Club
The Nations Prep Club will hold a Christmas day gathering in the assembly room from 4 to 6 30 p m with Arthur Johnson as secretary inviting all members. A stringed orchestra will perform. Annual election Next Monday to choose officers and four governors from listed candidates including Arthur Johnson and Elmer Paine.
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Nations Prep Club
Glock
Arthury Johnson
Everstary
Arthur Dodge
Elmer E Paine
G A Lyon Je
Frederick Haslin
Arthur @ Johnnson
Crounse Thomas Kirby
Frank
Lora FJ B
Smallwood
WP Spurgeon
LW Strayer
J’ Lynn Yeagie
District commissioner appointment rumors swirl around Moses
A widely circulated report claimed Arthur Moses was named by President Taft for a District commissioner post. Moses avoided confirming or denying the rumor while friends sent congratulations. no White House statement supported the claim. Hemphill, the lawyer, was also mentioned as a potential appointee.
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Arthur "Moses
Taft
Moses
White Mouse
John James Hemphill
Testimonial committee to gift commissioners West and Macfarland
Charles J Hell and Scott C Bone, subcommittee of the testimonial committee, report to the main committee that they have selected a design from jewelers. The pieces will be engraved for presentation at the public reception next Thursday. Captain L M Kelley of the pension office was added to the reception committee.
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Mmittee Wall
Charles J Hell
Scott C Bone
West and Macfarland
Focal Jewelers
Canor Rudolph
Capt L M Kelley
Pension Office
Weather conditions across states bring rain snow and cold fronts
A weather bulletin from the Department of Agriculture forecasts widespread precipitation from the Midwest to the Atlantic, with rain and snow in the central and northern regions and lighter rain in northern California and the southern gulf states. Temperatures remain below average in most areas, except New England and parts of the lake region, as a storm system moves eastward Friday and Saturday.
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Dept of Agriculture
Westher Bureek
Washington
Ateatin
New England
Lake Region
Reine
Kew Englad
Atlan Fo
South Atlantic Coast
Gulf
Lake Michigan
Steemert
Europea
Universal transfers renewal eyed by district leaders
District commissioners plan to renew the universal transfers fight after the holidays. A bill for the purpose is introduced at a special session and is now in the hands of commissioners who urge favorable action. A penalty clause is included to cover violations. Also, a donation was received by The Post for a destitute Baltimore mother seeking funds.
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Meath
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