Senate Ratification Fight Over Santo Domingo Treaty
Senate debates Santo Domingo treaty with Republicans hampered by absentees and unsealed oaths. Efforts to keep quorum intensify as Democrats seek to rescue ratification amid vacancies and possible new senator seating. Debate touches debt–collection risks and costs under the pact with provisions on army navy funding.
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Fithiwi
Bulnal
Teller
Bagan
Santo Domingo
Senate
United States
Cullom
Morgan
Senators Discuss Santo Domingo Treaty Fate With President
Senators yesterday met with the President to weigh ratification prospects of the Santo Domingo treaty. Attendees included Cullom, Alger, Blackburn, McCreary, Burrows, Simmons, and McEnery. Cullom indicated session length and treaty fate stay in doubt, and a vote may not come this week.
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Prest
Cullom
Hairman
Wisconsin
Alge Eridge
Inddiana
de Blackburn
McCreary
Burrows
Michigan
Simmons
North Carolina
Cullam
Senate
McEnery
Louisiana
Loving Cup For Wynne Sparks Gift Rule Talk
Officials in the Postoffice Department consider presenting a silver loving cup to former Postmaster General Robert J. Wynne now consul general to London. A section of the Revised Statutes bans gifts from subordinates to officials, and the Justice Department will rule if the gift is permissible. If approved, the presentation would occur at Wynne's home Wednesday.
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Robert J. Wynne
Wynne
United States
London
Department of Justice
Shaw Boom Afield Follows Two Rivals At Battle for 1908
A Washington banquet launched a presidential boom for Leslie M Shaw secretary of the treasury. Ex Senator Thurston praised him as fit to succeed Roosevelt as president, while other speakers echoed the call. Roosevelts influence and Taft rumors swirl as Republicans discuss 1908 plans and party leadership at the Raleigh Hotel event.
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John M. Thurston
Nebraska
Panama Canal reorganization aims at Insular Bureau control
A sweeping plan to restructure the Panama Canal Commission calls for shifting clerical work to the War Department Insular Bureau and giving real authority to frontline workers. Dr. Reed criticizes the commission's management, red tape, and delays in hospital supply use, citing lavish travel and approval hurdles that hinder medical care and sanitation on the Isthmus.
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Canal Zone
Grunsky
Ancon
United States
Arcon
President urged to seek resignation of the commission
A historical note urges the President to heed his declared wishes and require the commission's resignation due to its disregard and the vital interests at stake. The argument emphasizes that the time has arrived for the President to redeem his word and act accordingly.
Malaria Seen as Greater Threat Than Yellow Fever in Panama Zone
Secretary Taft says malaria, not yellow fever, will cause more trouble in the American Zone of the Isthmus of Panama. Marine Hospital Service units fight both diseases with fumigation, mosquito control, and water sanitation. Panama City conducts extensive building fumigation and ships are screened to prevent fever from arriving.
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Revolt rumors fade as Venezuela tension stays calm
Washington received mixed signals on Venezuela amid rumors of filibustering against President Castro. No official protest from Caracas or action from the United States, while Colombian envoy friction and local incidents in Philadelphia were reported but not treated as credible.
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West Indies
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Castra
Colombia
Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills for complexion
An advertising claim extols Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills as a cure for bad complexion and digestive issues. It says healthy skin comes from pure blood and proper digestion, with stated benefits like brighter eyes and reduced headaches. The promotion notes a 26 cent price and is signed W. F. Smith.
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W. F. Smith
Opposition to Negro His Nomination Reported
A Washington Post report says Charles W. Anderson’s nomination for collector of internal revenue in New York faces Senate opposition led by Senator Platt. The Finance Committee favored confirmation, noting Anderson’s character, while dissenters question a Black candidate in a senior federal post and the impact on about 200 white employees. If blocked, a recess appointment or adjournment timing could allow Senate action next winter.
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Virginia
Washington Dispatches
New York City
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Depew
Arthur J. Lamb
Hongkong
Senate confirms New Jersey judge and postmaster nominees
The Senate confirmed district judge nominee Joseph Cross for New Jersey and Frank Hitchcock of Massachusetts as First Assistant Postmaster General. Charles Cross, former New Jersey state senator, resides in Elizabeth. Also confirmed were Alexander Thackara as consul general at Berlin and Jerome Quay as consul at Florence.
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Mountain View
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Mill Valley
Iowa
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Mapleton
Missouri
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Pattonsburg
Washington
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Mount Vernon
Wisconsin
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Stoughton
Cross
New Jersey
Elizabeth
Congress
Frank H. Hitchcock
Massachusetts
Republican National Committee
Alexander M. Thackara
Berlin
Jerome A. Quay
Florence
Italy
Land Seval Yields to West Superior Heirs in Supreme Court
The Supreme Court affirmed James Stinson and other Henry Stinson heirs on valu able land near West Superior Wisconsin. The government had sought forfeiture for fraud in the original entry but the court noted forty years of inaction and witness deaths. Also a contract signed at the Indian Bureau will fund 4,977 graded Texas heifers and 200 Texas bulls for Rosebud Indians. The cattle purchase, costing about $100,000, is drawn from trust funds with Nebraska firm to stock the herd, under the Commissioner of Indian Affairs.
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New Portrait of Roosevelt by Otto Von Krumhart Exhibited
A three quarter length portrait of President Roosevelt by New York artist Otto Von Krumhart will be shown at the Corcoran Art Gallery for a week beginning today. Supreme Court to Adjourn April 3. Chief Justice Fuller announced the Court would skip its usual two week spring recess and resume on April 3.
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Ohio Society
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Corcoran Art Gallery
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Roosevelt Dam Award in Salt River Valley Arizona
The Interior Department awarded a contract for Roosevelt dam in Salt River Valley Arizona Territory. The $1.1 million project will be built by J M O Rourke & Co of Galveston Texas and must be completed within two years. The 25 foot high structure will flood about 38000 acres and supply water power to the territory with bids total twenty one.
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Secretary of the Interior
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Arizona Territory
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Tex
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Hitchcock
Assistants for Cabinet Seekers Stir Washington Patronage
Several potential assistants to Cabinet officers attract attention in Washington. Cortelyou considers a Fourth Assistant Postmaster General slot with other posts like the Second and Third Assistants possibly in play. Loomis trip sparks speculation on retirement or ambassadorial placement as patrons inquire about future roles. Roosevelt greets three Wyoming voters who backed him in November as a family traveled thirty miles to cast ballots.
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Mexico
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North Carolina invitation to President by Senator Simmons
Senator Simmons of North Carolina invited President Hoover to attend the North Carolina teachers assembly next June. The President appreciated the gesture but cannot accept. Also advertised is a reproduction of Thomas Jefferson’s Bible issued from plates authorized by Congress.
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Senator Simmons
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Thomas Jefferson
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Easy to Cure Piles at Home
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Mich
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