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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1909

Page

34

Unclear fragmentary text about travel and committees

Fragmented OCR text mentions interstate travel, a Louisiana purchase, a committee, and vague references to dates and names. No coherent events or clear entities emerge to summarize reliably.

NAMED BY PRESIDENT Diplomatic Nominations Sent to Senate

The Senate is to consider nominations of diplomatic officials after the president sent names including Gallinget and Bull to the committee for review. The session discussed inviting Britain to participate in a proposed centennial celebration and the next meeting is scheduled for the following week. An unrelated medical note mentions Hoods Sarsaphilla as a booster against lingering colds.

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Congress Condensed Naval and Indian Appropriations Debate

Congress adjourned in the late evening with Senate discussion of naval appropriations and an amendment urging a large portion of the fleet kept in port. The House saved the Indian appropriation bill and debated wireless telegraphy and ocean vessel issues as the day closed.

Sulzer Urges Bill To Remove Wreck Of Mine Near Savannah

Representative Sulzer of New York urged expedited action on Indian appropriation measures to authorize removing the wreck of the cruiser Mine from the Savannah harbor. He pressed the Senate committee on naval affairs for approval, arguing the nation recalls the loss and seeks to clear the harbor for safety and future use.

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Wireless bill eyed by house to regulate ocean ships

The Fyike bill would require all seafaring vessels to carry wireless gear and relays with penalties up to 50, or more for noncompliance. Debate shows amendments to cover installation and maintenance costs, passenger sums, and carrier responsibility as this bill passes the house.

Senator Slayden Defeats Opposition In Senate Voice

In a tense session, Senator Slayden faced sharp critique as colleagues debated reform aims. The scene centered on the Tennessee representative as power shifts and speeches echoed, ultimately approving a cautious stance on the measure while Slayden maintained a firm line.

New Ship Subsidy Bill Advances Amid Subtle Differences

A House subcommittee chaired by Representative Greene of Massachusetts considers a revised ship subsidy bill. The measure mirrors prior proposals but introduces tweaks on compensation rates and eligibility for ships under American registry, setting payments at one dollar per ten gross tons with caps on entries per vessel within a year.

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Frye Denies Resignation Amid Senate Rumor

In a terse denial amid circulating talk, Senator Frye said he would not resign and could not predict how events might unfold. The remarks were made as the rumor of contemplation circulated in the Senate chamber.

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Indian Bill Passed Under Suspension of Rules Plan

The House adopted a plan to perpetuate February 15 as a suspension day to avoid delays. An Indian appropriation bill was approved for 11,371,400 with Sherman chairing Indian affairs. Additional judgeships were created in the Western district of Pennsylvania and Washington, and the Southern district of New York. The interstate commerce law was amended to make false entries a misdemeanor and to authorize a quarantine deviation by agriculture officials for nursery stock.

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Army Officer's Wife Faces Retiring Board Testimony

Mrs Mary Login Tucker and her mother Mrs Jagan are set to testify as the Army officer with a Civil War general's daughter wife seeks removal from the roster without pension. Tucker admits disability. medical examiners report uncertain condition amid dissipation accusations and potential secrecy.

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Child Run Down by Wagon in Pennsylvania Ave Northwest

An 8 year old, Donald Letz, riding a tricycle near Twenty second and Pennsylvani a avenue northwest, was struck by a wagon owned by Tittlefield & Alden and driven by Joseph Yeaternegro of 24 HB. The boy suffered a compound fracture to his left leg and was treated at home by Dr. H M Bron. The driver was arrested. The incident occurred as the child did not see the wagon until it was upon him and attempted to jump clear. The wagon wheels passed over his leg before he could move onto the curb.

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Marines Debate Over Shipboard Presence and Presidential Power

Senators clash over a proposed marine appropriation and whether marines may be kept aboard navy ships. The debate centers on presidential command powers, potential war costs, and the legality of restricting funds to quartering on ships. Speaker after speaker weighs constitutional limits and the implications for Panama, Colombia, and naval readiness.

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Protest on Quarters 18000 Civilians Expected

A large protest marked by a local committee plans elaborate reception for visiting organizations for the inaugural parade. The first Virginia Regiment declines attendance, New Jersey provides 2000 dollars for delegation expenses, and rail arrangements face potential changes to ease access for participants.

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