Taft Address on Race and Office in Northern Areas
Reported excerpts describe President Taft’s stance on Negroes holding federal office in northern communities, noting a cautious approach to avoid embarrassment in a criminal case. The draft reportedly mixed contention with restraint, and observers expected a fuller public statement from Taft. The piece references reactions to his Washington address and potential political consequences.
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McAll To Be President Phe Onouncement
An obscure report lists potential candidates and routines around MCALL to be president. The text mentions Ros Streeter, Polear youth, and references a Straner Wo event with unclear details. It notes a person accepting a position, a father figure, and committee involvement with Towse tea and Praranowty.
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Plans for Old Age Pensions and Pension Extension
An unclear report discusses old age pension plans and possible changes to pension age and eligibility. It mentions a saver deposit and references a couple facing impact from adjustments, with notes on timing and amounts in dollars. The text is fragmented but centers on government pension reform and individual effects.
Shift in Illinois Contest Sparks Debate on Voting
The report notes political shifts in Illinois with mentions of Representative Dalin Tr and Ho Dine Shurtif, signaling a possible movement toward a dark horse candidate. It suggests concerns over espionage and voter influence, and hints at a broader shift among party members that could affect the general election.
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Vanderbilt affiliated tak es control of horse show association
An official announced that Alfred G Vander t has acquired control of the National Horse Show Association and will manage its affairs as a private investment. The annual show will be held as usual under his leadership though some doubt lingered.
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Cornelius Viees
Alfred G Vandet
Will Rafter
Officers Honored At White House Reception In Satin Gowns
A gala White House reception featured numerous debutantes and guests in white satin gowns and brocade dresses. Daughters of the Roosevelts and Longworths, along with many diplomats and officials, arrived in formal attire including gold, silver, and pink accents, pearls, and diamonds. The event showcased high society attendance with prominent figures and foreign emissaries in attendance.
Invited Guests at the Vice President's Reception
A long list shows the Vice President greeting numerous officials and their spouses including Mrs Fairbanks Mr Fairbanks Sr and Mrs Fairhealty Mr Richard M Fairbanks Miss Grace Hinds and many high ranking figures such as Secretary of State Mr Secretary of War and Admiral Dewey among others at a White House function. The roster includes senior government leaders labor leaders and military officers reflecting a wide circle of dignitaries in attendance.
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Fairbanks
Robert Fairbanks
Warren Fairhealty
Richard M. Fairbanks
John W
Timmons
Bacon
Minx Bugen
Alice Wegar
Julia Meyer
Navy
Newberry
Mra
Garfield
George F. Porter
Agriculture
Jasper Wises
William
Commerce and Labor
Straus
Edward Schafer
Leonard Hoebsinater
Loeb
S. Bromwel
W. 8. Sims
Misa Sabella L. Hagarr
Hop
Rudolph Forster
Misa Sanbel Galsburg
M. C. Latta
J. WB. Balien
Robert Shaw Oliver
Misa Oliver
H. L. Satterlee
William P. Hamilton
J. Franklin Bell
J. W. Bell
H. J. Luce
Ida van Voorbla
Milton F. Davis
F. P. Hall
F. Alnsworth
J. B. Aleshire
M.D. Aleshire
D. D. Aleshire
Winx Wargaret Michie
James Alles
J. C. Bates
H. C. Corbin
William Croxter
G. 8. Davis
Arthur Murray
Murray
C. M. Murray
H. G. Sharp
Gem
George H. Tormey
C. H. Whip
Ble
Geo
W. W. Wotherspoon
Ira
Dewey
H. W. Butler
Bugler
Butler
Wice. G. Hiecklinger
E. 4. Tanner
Campbell
Bureau of Equipment of
the Navy
Cowies
J. N. Hemphill
Hemphill
Bureau of Yards and Docks of the Navy
Hollyday
Wes. R. R. Ingersoll
Vira
H. ©. Leatze
Leutze
C. McLean
A. Mag§x
Mdrix
Bureau of Ordnance of the Navy
Mason
Bureau of
Pillsbury
Raymond P. Roigers
View Rodgers
Rizey
G. F. Elliott
Hooker
F. L. Denny
Ming Denny
George Richards
H. Landheimer
Hugh C
Peckham
Henry A. Peckham
Messenna
Holmes
Edward J. Holmes
Day
Rufus 4
Justice Moods
William P. Frye
Mes
Frank H. Briged
Leland S. Briggs
Benjamin F. Briges
Eugene H. Briggs
Channcey Shackrford
Wire
H.C. Lodge
John E. Lodge
Nicholas Longworth
Sheldon Whitehorne
Robert J. Collier
Vic
Norman Auprow
George W. Perking
BR. P. Perkins
Edward D. Brandeget
Elgar
Hellman
Archibald Hopkins
Wiss Hopkin
Georgimma Hopkins
Roger Willams
Paomy Wellvaine
Wea
We- Cayley
Mex
Richard H
Townsend
the Hon
John F. Prydeny
Milligan
Black
Jefferson R. Kean
Enoch Vi. Crowder
Viaj
Fredert Folis
Miss Sherman
P. Ho Sheridan
Manges Sheridan
William Rucker
de Bode
Fred W Carpenter
Adolph Lewisolm
FE. L. Burlingame
Gregory
Charles
Mano
Robert J. Wyane
Wisslin Wyane
Sydney Fisher
Clifford Sifton
Henri $. Deland
Robert Gi. Lowng
Ronmly Escobar
Manuel A. de Quevedo
Carson Sellerier
Ebbu Root
Slater
Paul Morton
Wis
Samuel Chauncey
G. Dayton
Luce
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Vahan
Wow. Folger
D. Evans
Marsh
H. J. Se
Gad Vira
Charles D. Stickney
Graves
Rakabien
We. Co
Brocker
Wes
Hichard
Gilder
John Plicher
Elaborate Second Night Attire At Social Gathering
Ladies display an array of gowns with pale blues and pastels. Mrs Overman wears pale blue chiffon with silver embroidery as Miss Corey Williams and Miss Matahe Drings appear in black satin and red carpet worthy gowns. Mrs Archybald Hopkins in black, Mrs Felix Holt in pink, Miss Lamport in Albany black, and Mrs Batley Cassin Gage in white satin with seed pearl detailing.
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William Sheffield
Douglas Robingev
New York
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Baron MW Caples
George G Hil
Tariff meeting adjourns with push for permanent tariff commission
H Van Cleave heads a permanent organization to carry the tariff fight into Congress with a nationwide plan. The group vows to press creation of a permanent tariff commission and extend its influence to Washington and every state. John Barrett and J Kobyns spoke, Barrett urging a broader tariff effort while cautioning against a “gathering of crazy men.”
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Permanet
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Barret
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Farmer Flies 250 Feet at Canton Test
Canton Ohio February 18 W TH Martin a farmer and oil engineer made a dozen attempts to fly his aeroplane three miles east of Canton on a hillside. The best flight reached 250 feet in distance and 15 feet in height. A lever broke and no more tests were possible. Martin remains confident he can build a successful machine and is arranging for a suitable motor. Initial power today came from a horse attached to a rope and pulley.
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Wright Aeroplane Flier Demonstrates Mastery of Flight
Feb 18 Pan FPraneer reports Wilbs Wuraght, an American aeroplanist, completed two successful flights with AP Lambert and M Tissar der as pupil M 'Cissardier piloted the Wright aeroplane. Demonstrations showed clear control of the machine.
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Leiter Leaves Hospital After Appendicitis Operation
Joseph Leiter C Washington of Chicago who underwent appendicitis surgery in January was discharged from the hospital today and reported as fully recovered.
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Joseph Leiter
Washington
Statehood Drive and White House Visits Stir Washington
Urgent push for statehood in New Mexico and Arizona continues as delegates and the governor appeal to President Roosevelt. Watchorn reports no foundation for charges. Taft ally Loeb rises as New York power broker. Oneida Indians and other visitors meet the President at the White House amid ongoing public receptions.
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President's Cotsin Weds Agnes Ethel Leaycraft Bride
Miss Agnes Ethel Leaycraft, cousin of President Roosevelt, wed Jose Aymar Camprubi in Caldwell New Jersey. The ceremony at St Peter's Episcopal Church was by Rev Merrington with a reception at the Leaycraft home. Prominent guests included Roosevelt cousins and New York society figures.
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Joseph Aymar
Davis Opens Another Tomb in Egypt Discovery
The King of Egypt exploration continues as Theodore Davis reports a new tomb found in Luxor containing numerous relics. He notes that two winters ago he unearthed the tomb of Queen Thy who ruled 4700 years ago. The letter details a cautious description but promotes Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a health tonic.
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Notable Officials Named in Washington and Regional Posts
A list of public figures and appointees appears, including Bishop Harding of Washington, Mint Director Leach, Gov Curry of New Mexico, and others from Wisconsin Iowa New York and New Mexico. The roster also mentions immigration commissioner Robert WatchornElle Island delegate Andrews and national committeeman William Ward among various state representatives and officials.
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Abraham Lincoln
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Mint
Gov. Curry
New Mexico
Robert Watchorn
Commission of Immigration
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Wisconsin
Amos Biard
H Goode
Iowa
C. E Pickett
Tows
N E. Kendall
Bat" Masterson
William L Ward
Willcox
Foss
Tilmots
Fred W
Light on trust deal interesting details of pact
A preliminary report to President Roosevelt outlines the American Tobacco Company rising from 25 million to 316 million capitalization and controlling about four fifths of U S tobacco output. It notes stock manipulation around the Consolidated Tobacco Company and exposes schemes used to dominate the industry, with further reports promised on prices and competitive methods.
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Schiff for an income tax proposal debated in Wall Street
In New York Feb 18 bankers discuss Washington proposals for new revenue sources including an income tax. Jacob H Schiff suggests an income tax to address constitutional objections, with interest in how it would work amid ongoing talks on taxing coffee tea tin checks and government security sales.
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New York
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Washington
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Judge Silas Bell Exonerated in Alaska Inquisition
Valdez Alaska February 18 Special Agent Wilmer of the Department of Justice concludes the investigation into Judge Silas Bell ends in exoneration. He will return to Fairbanks to resume court sessions after being accused of incompetency and nepotism. The report notes shipments and vessel movements include ships named Minnehaha Queenstown and others as unrelated shipping listings. A separate note states Postmaster General Meyer announces a March 1 effective date for a two cent postage agreement between the United States and Newfoundland.
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Congress of Mothers Meeting Opens in New Orleans
New Orleans February 18 with the governor of Louisiana and others speaking at the twelfth annual conference of the National Congress of Mothers. Mrs Hannah Scheff of Philadelphia presided as the gathering opened, with welcomes by Jeffersmn Gibbs of Los Angeles and Mrs George A Johnson of Philadelphia. Several hundred delegates from across the country attended. Rome, February 18 notes the mayor Signor Nathan declined to confer citizenship upon President Roosevelt.
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Jeffersmmn Gibbs
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Rome dur ag bt stay m tat Wa last Afra UU owas planned
Unclear fragmentary text references a planned conference near Rome and mentions Ruevelt Nathen and Samet Nathen. The note implies concern about an earthquake and a need for a distinct action or remark, but details are missing. The source is too garbled to confirm full facts or identify entities reliably.
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Poison sausage kills five in Memphis Tenn case
Five members of the Noverena family and others eat tainted sausage and die in Memphis Tennessee. Survivors include Priora Joseph Cassim and relatives. chemists examine the sausage for poison as investigations continue.
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