White House Says Oliver Bid For Canal Is Open to Others
The White House released an official statement stating no decision has been made on the Panama Canal contract awarded to William J. Oliver of Knoxville. It notes the McArthur-Gillespie bid remains in consideration and the government may undertake construction itself if bids are rejected. The press release emphasizes a broad evaluation by the canal commission and secretary Iren.
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White House
United States
Panama
William J. Oliver
Knoxville
McArthur-Gillespie
Oliver
Iren
Livers
Iim
Ainess
Culebra
Witte Hoogs
Anson M Bangs
Hacabent
Wakte House
MacArthur-Gillespie Company
Mit
Dak
McArimhur-iillespie
Eyil
Cable line proposed to Cuba and Canal Zone
A discussion in the afternoon examined Central and South American Telegraph Company's plan to lay an ocean cable from Sandy Hook to Curacao Cuba and then to Colon Cristobal crossing the isthmus by land. The government seeks direct US communications with China and the Philippines via the new link, avoiding Mexican routes.
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Central and
South Amercan
United States
Cuba
Canal Zone
Bonaparte
Taft
Gen
Allen
Army
Representa
Compan
Sandy Hook
Curntaname
Ciba
Coloner Cristobal
Mexico
Roes Not To Leave Canal Denied By Commission
The Isthmian Canal Commission denied reports that David W. Rew, general purchasing officer, planned to resign and join Mr. Shonts in New York. Both Rew and Shonts refuted the claim, stating there was no foundation for the resignation rumor. The article also mentions a House committee report on Porto Rico Bay Rum duties and a Post Educational Contest announcement.
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Isthmian Canal Commission
David W. Rew
Ross
Shonts
Interborough Metropoltan Sn Ballmer Lines
New York City
Porto Rico Bay
House Committee On
Payne
Porto Rico
Representative Kehna Defends American Sealers in Alaska Case
In a statement to the House, Representative Kehna of California replies to Prof. Bistolt on relief for American sealers. He notes none of the vessels operated within Alaska three miles, cites the arbitral finding that U S jurisdiction ends at three miles, and states the government has paid British sealers. He argues American sealers, aided by revenue cutters, deserve court access to adjudicate their claims.
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House Committee On Ways and Means
Kehna
California
Bistolt
Nealera
House
Alaska
Pan's
United States
Adda
State Department
Russia
Ten Million for Sites for Capital Beautification
Lawmakers report a bill authorizing 119000000 to buy land between Pennsylvania Avenue and the rail, for a park commission plan to beautify the Capital. The Treasury secretary may purchase at actual cash value or open condemnation if prices differ, with rapid progress anticipated and a report to the Senate.
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Pennsylvania Avenue
Benate Yeater
Committee On Public Buildings
Park Commission
Buekeas
Meyburn
Idaho
Bn Mae
Senate
Secretary of
the Treasury
Iron and steel markets show mixed demand and rail delays
New York reports better iron deliveries especially north of the Potomac and east of the Alleghenies with rising spot demand. Railroads move to lift freight by 2% per ton for big iron from Southern furnaces, causing tension. Middlesborough prices quoted, foreign iron activity increases with export intent, and Cincinnati reports large malleable and car-building orders. Structural mills see steady orders and elevated premiums for early first half deliveries, amid ongoing steel supply strain.
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New York
Jen
Potomac
Allegheny Mountains
Southern
Middlesborough
Iran
Cinciniinati Teporta
Steel Corporation
Ohio Milla Hays
Car Products Company
Steel Corporation Improvemenia
Lorain
St. Pat Road
Philadelphia
Orleans
Railroad Firms Deny NYC Electrification Plan
The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western denies reports it will electrify lines near New York City. The railroad states it has no plan for long distance passenger or freight electric service, only considering future electric suburban passenger service.
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New York
Senate Committee of the
District of Columbia
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
New York City
Senate Committee of the District of Columbia
Washington
Hoboken
Morristown
N. J
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Haa
Roosevelt Seeks Appomattox Day Speaker
President Roosevelt met yesterday with Hamilton Club members from Chicago including President Wootten to select speakers for Appomattor Day. James Cushman is suggested as orator by the President and Congressman Cushman is among potential speakers for the commemorative event in Washington.
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James Congressman
Cushman
Roosevelt
Hamilton Club
Chicago
Wootten
Poole
Manchurian Towns to Be Opened for Trade
The American minister in Peking informs the State Department that China plans to open Tsitelhiar in Hetlung Chiang Manchuria along with Cheang-chiam and Harbin in Chiang province to trade. The move follows earlier published proposals.
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Peking
State Department
Foreign Office
Tsitelhiar
Hetlung Chiang
Manchuria
Cheang-chiam
GONDEMN WIDE TIRE BILL MEETING PROTESTS REGULATION
Seventy two business leaders gathered at the Board of Trade to oppose a Senate bill requiring four inch tires on wagons over four thousand pounds. They plan to lobby the District Committee and urge public input before final action. Speakers warned of a potential million dollar impact on Washington commerce and delivery delays during holidays from tire width restrictions.
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Senate
Board of Trade
Babcock
W. S Knox
John L. Newbold
Arthur C. Moses
Knox
L. E Smoot
Mr. Moody
Anderson Druy and Storage Company
Wag
Business Men's Association
Lobbers and Shippers’ Association
Washington
J. & Hogs
F. P. Mey
Chris Heurich
W. Hamilton Smith
J. L
Gorda
Tha Law
Millions in Coke Industry Ignited by Census Data
Census Bureau figures show 274 coke manufacturing establishments in the United States with $90.7 million capital and 29 dials tied operations. Salaried officials earned $702, wage earners $30,204,408. Coke materials cost $29.8 million, while by products and exports shaped industry growth and trade in 1905.
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Census Bureau
United States
Wis
Brearcinaks «Sal
Canada
Mexico
Caily
Former President Cleveland to Speak at Union League Club
Chicago, Jan 3 Former President Grover Cleveland has accepted the invitation of the Union League Club to deliver the ovation at the annual exercises on Washingtons birthday conducted under the auspices of the club.
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Cleveland
Chicaga
Bpormer
Grover Cleveland
Union League Club
Oce
Washington
Dispensary Doomed After House Vote In South Carolina
In Columbia on January 36 the South Carolina House voted 74 to 48 to abolish the State dispensary. The Senate already favors the policy by a slim majority, signaling the end of the dispensary era. Benjamin Ro’Titl man’s pet project appears headed for defeat.
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Columbia
House of Representatives
Benjamin Ro ‘Titlman
Senate
The Yale Shirt Ironed for Smooth Evening Wear
A humorous note on the discomfort of bulging shirts in evening dress and the advantage of Yale laundried shirts that stay flat and secure. It promises convenient service with door delivery and emphasizes the value of a well ironed shirt for men who wear evening attire often.
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Yale
Greeks Charge Peonage Near Arcadia Florida
Laborers of Greek origin report being held in peonage on an island near Arcadia Florida after arriving from New York to work for Charlotte Harbor and Northern Railway Company. They allege unpaid wages, transportation and subsistence charges, and prohibition against leaving without a permit. Complainants escaped by crossing marshes with fishermen help, walking two days to Tampa. Investigation ordered.
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Arcadia
Fla
Department of
Orangeement
Railway Company
Kampa
Tepini
Santa Fe stockholders approve $93 million bond issue
Topeka Kansas January 9 23 By nearly unanimous consent the stockholders of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company voted in favor of issuing 93 000 000 in bonds to fund improvements and extensions. Out of 1 495 518 shares represented all but 120 favored the proposal. Only 25 000 000 of the bonds will be marketed at present.
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Santa Fe
Topeka
Kana
Atchizon, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company
Public Utility Commission Proposed in House
Representative Morrell introduced a resolution in the House to appoint a commission to study public utilities in the District. The three Representatives and two Senators would investigate the telephone system, gas and electric services, and other public services with a $25,000 appropriation.
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Morrell
Public Utility Commission
The Best Cough Cure Advertisement Fragment
Fragmentary ad copy touts concentrated pine oil as a remedy for coughs and stomach issues. It warns against generic medicines and promises a “reliable” preparation in a boxed bottle, claiming strong effects and secret pharmaceutical endorsement.
Carter Attacks Hitchcock Policies in Interior Department Fight
Senator Carter delivered a forceful critique of Secretary Hitchcock’s land policy and methods in the Interior Department. He described orders limiting land patents as unprecedented and accused the Secretary of sensationally promoting fraud and conspiracy in public lands. Carter defended homesteaders and questioned the department’s integrity, urging examination of records and accountability.
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Senate
Carter
Carter Wes
General Land Office
Harrison
Five Civilized Tribes
Congress
Eltehcock
Department
Secretary of the Interior
Interior Department
Senators Attack Interior Chief and Land Laws Debate
The Senate clashed over President Hoover era land policies with Senator Heyburn accusing the President of ordering the Interior Department to ignore public land laws. Critics argued the homestead system needed reform while defense spokesmen pressed for more oversight and regulation. The session also advanced a $2 million Colorado River overflow prevention bill and set Panama Railroad control under the Isthmian Canal Commission.
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Oregon
John H Mitchill
Willamson
House
Hertmar
Secretary of the Interior
Senate
Colorado
Panama
Isthmian Canal Commission
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