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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1909

Page

11

President denies accusing Congress in secret service dispute

President Roosevelt replies to a House inquiry, stating he has made no charges of corruption against any member and would act if there was evidence. He contends the resolution misinterprets his national message and defends use of secret service to combat crime, arguing a mass accusation against Congress is indefensible and denying blanket attacks.

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President on Secret Service Critique Sparks House Battle

The President defends the Secret Service against Congress and a 1904 Inter Ocean article by L. W. Bushey. He argues restricting the service aids criminals, cites a $135,000 annual budget and $100,000 annual savings, and notes investigations into land fraud, perjury, and counterfeiting with prosecutions in Nebraska and Chicago.

Prolonged House Debate Over Secret Service Remarks

A chaotic session in the House featured sharp exchanges led by Representatives Sherley and Tawney. Laughter and ridicule followed as misstatements about a proposed secret service act drew comments from members and prompted tense remarks from speakers.

Burton Reappointed Republican Leader Seeks Senate Election

Representative Burton of Ohio receives hearty congratulations after being appointed by the Republican caucus to succeed Senator Toraker. He announced plans to call a meeting of river and harbor committee while remaining chairman, as Ohio debates measures for the upcoming Senate election set for January 1.

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Secret Service controversy cited by Roosevelt ally

President Roosevelt files appendices condemning Treasury secrecy and arguing that the Secret Service is an absolute necessity for federal investigations. He cites cases against Stewart, naturalization frauds, land frauds, ink contracts, and the Louisiana lottery, urging Congress to preserve empowered agents and oppose restrictions.

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