La Follette Sworn In as Wisconsin Senator
Junior Senator Robert M La Follette took the oath of office in the U S Senate amid a split in the Wisconsin Republican Party. He faced a tense gallery crowd as Spooner, his longtime foe, eyed the ceremony from the cloakroom with whispers of political maneuvering and possible courtesy before the Vice President.
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La Follette sworn in as Wisconsin senator in tense session
The Senate yesterday welcomed Robert M La Follette of Wisconsin with a ceremonial oath after a crowded gallery watched him rise to take the oath administered by Senator Spooner. The day featured lively exchanges on committee clerks, Philippine matters, and Santo Domingo questions, ending with adjournment at noon.
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District street name repeal bill eyed in Senate action
Senator Gallinger introduced a bill in the Senate to repeal the 1904 street name changes in the District once the 1906 directory is issued. The measure would restore former street names, amid prior district administration confusion and criticism over nomenclature. The House District Committee met but faced potential quorum issues, delaying work until next week.
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Army and Navy Bills Introduced in Senate
Senator Hale leads Naval Affairs with several Navy sanctioned bills. Proposals include restoring the commodore rank, advancing captains, five year service for Naval Academy graduates, creating two vice admirals for Atlantic and Pacific fleets, building armored cruiser Constitution, and elevating Marine Corps commander to major general. Senator Scott sets Army officer salaries. Teller seeks investigation of Maj Estes Rathbone’s past Cuba posts. Senator Foraker proposes Porto Rico citizenship for U.S. citizens.
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Teller Reintroduced A Petition, Signed By Maj Estes Rathbone
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Senate Committee Takes Up Statehood Bill
The Senate Committee on Territories met to begin consideration of the joint Statehood bill. It was the committee's first meeting on admission of states and sections were read and begun. Daily meetings are expected as hearings draw borers interested parties will hear.
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No Platt No Depew Both Men Quite Feeble
Senior Senator Platt lies at Virginia Hot Springs with his condition described as worse than prior reports and his young wife at his side. Chauncey M Depew attends the Senate sparingly, aging rapidly under repeated insomnia and insurance scandal pressures, with questions about his return and residence plans in Washington.
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Depew Delays Trip to Washington on Tuesday
Senator Depew stayed home after catching a sight cold in rain and postponed travel to Washington. His nephew Faulding said the senator planned no resignation from the U S Senate but would resign from several directorates. A later statement clarified his aim to retain an honorary Vanderbilt Whea position while serving in the Senate.
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Unusual Compliment Paid To Young Army Officer
A hunter officer in the army received an unusual compliment when the Senate, at Senator Scott's request, promptly confirmed the appointment of J. Patrick Avian to second lieutenant without committee referral. He is the son of the late John Patrick Ritchie of Albemarle, Virginia. Desperate straights are noted for those who could be cured by Dr. Joe Jore, a discovery for consumption, with claims of drugging.
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Young officer from famed old Dominion family joins regular army
He was born in the county noted for its old Dominion families. Enlisting five years ago in Washington as a private in Troop A of the First Cavalry, he rose to sergeant after fourteen months. Much of his service was in the Philippines with Gen Bell in Southern Imzo. Lieut Wayland becomes a commissioned officer on merit after hard study and an unblemished record.
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President Sends Many Nominations to Senate
The President submitted numerous nominations to the Senate including diplomatic posts in Tangier, Meosgua, Glasgow, and Puerto Plata, with several customs and land office appointments across Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Massachusetts. The Senate later confirmed a batch in executive session, listing pension and postmaster appointments and other federal positions.
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Philippine tariff debate opens path to American trade gains
Sereno E. Payne argues for the Philippine tariff bill to admit island products free of duty while taxing sugar and tobacco. He asserts benefits for tobacco, wrapper production, and the Orient trade, claiming free trade after April 11, 1909 and noting the need to raise island revenues. The discussion signals a protracted, factionally charged House debate with opposing beet sugar interests.
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Philippine sugar planters in distress report to Roosevelt
A telegram from De Leon, president of the Asociacion Agricola, sent via acting governor general of the Philippines to Secretary Taft, cites deplorable planter conditions. It claims sugar prices at 351 pesos per lot, notes no hope for improvement, and asks Washington to consider relief measures and possible cessation of harvests.
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Director Walcott Testifies on Printing Costs Before Joint Committee
Director Walcott of the Geological Survey appeared before a joint Senate-House committee yesterday. He explained the bureau printing processes as the panel probes ways to reduce government printing costs.
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Sheppard Pushes to Cut Members Mileage
Texas congressman Sheppard seeks to lower mileage for Senators and Representatives from six to zero cents. The plan targets an annual $19 000 appropriation, averaging about $10 per member, dating to a time before railroads when travel relied on stages and taverns. Public outcry followed last year’s House doubling mileage during an extra session, but the Senate refused to join and the plan stalled.
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Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Promised Cure for Digestive Woes
An old advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a perfect medicine that cures digestion disorders. It claims deep reach into bodily systems, detailing how the tablet improves absorption and rebuilds health, urging readers to try with a free book on dyspepsia.
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Payne and Mondell clash over sugar land prospects
In a heated discussion on sugar policy Mr Payne defends limited land development, while Mr Mondell of Wyoming cites Taft and earlier claims of vast sugar lands. The exchange covers Hawaiian capitalization, Philippines, Cuba, tariff plans, and future tax timing as the House adjourns awaiting Champ Clark's upcoming remarks.
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