House Clears Three Great Bills Then Bets on Senate Action
On the fifty-eighth working day of this Congress the House finished its major measures including emergency appropriations for Panama Canal work and the ship subsidy bill. The Senate must address the three key issues next, with voting set for Wednesday on the subsidy and statehood for Arizona and New Mexico.
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Senate tries quick action on rail rate and caucus control
The text notes urgent efforts for immediate consideration, with Senator Lodge set to speak on the railroad rate question today. It suggests a revival of concerns over caucus dictation in treaty dealings, likely led by Senator Spooner supporting Patterson, while Senator Tilman would respond for the Democrats. Conservative senators seek to prevent revival of the issue.
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Tennessee's Trial Trip at 22 Knot Speed Endurance Run
Rockland Me Feb 11 The armored cruiser Tennessee achieved 22.36 knots on the Owl's Head mile course during a government trial. The board confirmed 126.4 screw revolutions per minute to reach contract speed of 22 knots and plans a 4 hour endurance run at 127 revolutions per minute. Weather calm, sea smooth, and tides aided the top speed amid repetitive trials. Edward Cramp expressed confidence the ship would sustain revolutions tomorrow.
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Rule by a Minority in Senate Caucus Commentary
The London Spectator comments on the Democratic Senate caucus action regarding Santo Domingo. It decries party rigidity that blocks cross voting, arguing democracy may be ruled by a minority of the population or by a minority of representatives, not by the majority.
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Arizona Desires Statehood Claim by Col Pickett in Washington
Col Pickett of Tombstone speaks in Washington on Arizona statehood arguing for single statehood by popular vote. He notes Arizona’s population growth and mineral wealth, insisting New Mexico should not decide Arizona’s future or capital. He urges Congress to let Arizona vote to form its own constitution and state status.
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Atonement to Be Heard by Coleridge-Taylor Choir
Coleridge-Taylor’s Atonement, a major season event, will be performed Easter week at Tenth Street Congregational Church in Washington. The Coleridge-Taylor Choral Society of 175 voices, led by Prof. John T. Layton, will feature soloists H T Burleigh Sidney Woodward Corinne Rovelto with minor parts announced later and an instrumental trio led by Melville Charlton. The work, a passion oratorio first presented at Hereford Festival in 193, is acclaimed by English critics as a masterpiece and possibly Coleridge-Taylor’s greatest work. Proceeds support the church mission fund.
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Adams Defends Bill for District Whipping Post
Representative Robert Adams of Philadelphia pushes a District of Columbia whipping post bill, arguing it curbs wife beating and reduces crime. He cites Oregon Maryland and Delaware experiences and notes taxpayer costs, while Maj. Sylvester endorses expanding targets to include common law wives. The group heads to Grand Rapids for a Lincoln dinner.
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Sermon to Naval Cadets at Annapolis Baccalaureate
Chaplain H H Clark delivered the baccalaureate sermon to the Naval Academy graduating class in the temporary chapel at the old armory in Annapolis. A full audience filled every seat as midshipmen choirs provided special music and Clark urged service to the nation through an excellent navy and exemplary conduct.
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Bonaparte to Speak at Annapolis Graduation Today
Secretary of the Navy Bonaparte will address the first class at Annapolis today and present diplomas to the departing midshipmen. He plans a brief look at general conditions there and may confer with Congress on hazing laws and a new act upon his return to Washington.
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Denies Congo atrocities in state interview
Baron Moncheur Belgium's minister says atrocities stories are unfounded and stirred by English missionary agents. He cites a Congo commission's findings as fair, urging reforms, and accuses agitators of commercial or political greed seeking Congo territory redistribution.
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Senate Rate Hearing on Hepburn Bill and Court Review Plan
Washington report notes Senate Interstate Commerce Committee resumed railroad rate discussions under Hepburn Bill with aims for a unanimous report. Debates focus on court review of rates and constitutionality before enforcement, plus proposed amendments to exclude Pullman cars and express lines.
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Dyspepsia Tablet Ad Mimics Dining Tale
In a humorous exchange about stomach trouble Mr White contrasts his relief after taking Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets with Mr Black's continuing dyspepsia. The ad copy claims the tablet digests meals, relieves heartburn and indigestion, and costs 50 cents per package.
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Committee Set to Review Esch Townsend Reforms
The group plans to amend pending ICC orders to mirror the Esch Townsend bill as it passed the House. They argue no review questions have arisen this session and will press for action in the committee or appeal to the Senate if needed.
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Senator Knox Bill Seeks Judicial Review of Interstate Orders
Senator Knox of Pennsylvania has drafted a rate bill proposing judicial review of Interstate Commerce Commission orders and related regulations. The measure, not yet public, faces Republican debate over review scope with Hepburn and Esch Townsend concepts cited as bases. Democratic positions remain undecided as party unity efforts unfold.
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President Roosevelt Ridicules San Juan Stories at White House Dinner
At a Friday White House dinner with the national Republican executive committee, President Roosevelt amused guests with tales of the San Juan charge. He noted two conflicting accounts of his role, joking that the Democracy believed both as gospel truth.
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Electric locomotive defies snow in NY tunnel test
The Schenectady Dispatch reports a snow tested electric locomotive from General Electric and New York Central Railroad. Officials praised its performance through eighteen inch drifts at sixty to seventy miles per hour with running gear ice packed yet unaffected. Chief Engineer Fotter noted exposed machinery remained dry and operable despite heavy snow.
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