Senate struggles to ratify Santo Domingo treaty
Senate debate over the Santo Domingo treaty intensifies as Republicans face absentees who cannot vote or pair. With three still not sworn in and vacancies in Missouri and Delaware, leaders rush to secure ratification this week amid nervous Democratic and Republican lines and a push for open debate.
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Senators Debate Santo Domingo Treaty Fate With President
Senators yesterday conferred with the President on the prospects of ratifying the Santo Domingo treaty as the fate of the measure and the Senate session hung in doubt. Notable callers included Cullom and other Foreign Relations members from Wisconsin Indiana and Michigan with Democrats signaling support yet warnings of a delayed vote persisted.
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Loving Cup Proposed for Wynne Raises Gift Rule Question
Officials tied to Robert J. Wynne seek to present a silver loving cup upon his retirement as Postmaster General and swearing in as consul general to London. The gift may violate the Revised Statutes prohibiting gifts from subordinates, with the Justice Department to decide. If permitted, presentation would take place at Wynne's home on Wednesday.
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Robert J. Wynne
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United States
London
Department of Justice
Shaw’s Boom Afield Follows Two Rivals
A Washington banquet launched a third potential presidential boom for Leslie M. Shaw, with ex Senator Thurston praising him as a future president. Roosevelt’s White House hints and Taft speculation feed a growing 1908 contest as Cortelyou weighs acting chair options and party elites map paths to the nomination.
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Panama Canal reorganization to put Insular Bureau in charge
A sweeping plan for re organizing the Panama Canal Commission would shift clerical work to the Insular Bureau of the War Department and empower frontline workers. Dr Reed condemns the commission for red tape and mismanagement, citing hospital delays, high costs, and restricted autonomy for Col Gorgas and medical staff.
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President urged to seek resignations of the commission
The speaker notes the President's promises and expresses Dissent at the commission's disregard. He argues that vital interests require action and urges the President to redeem his word and request the commission's resignation.
Malaria to Troubles Panama Isthmus Says Taft
Secretary Taft after a White House talk says malaria will be the main trouble in the American Zone of the Isthmus of Panama, not yellow fever which only persists. Marine Hospital Service uses aggressive fumigation and mosquito control while improving drinking water to prevent disease and curb fever.
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Filibuster fears dismissed in Venezuelan crisis
Washington reports say alleged Philadelphia filibustering expedition against President Castro is not viewed as serious. Venezuelan agents linked to Andara and Veloz face uncertain roles as Caracas withholds reception from the Colombian minister. Separate items note Prof Bliss on wireless telegraphy, Colon treasury robbery, Bache coast survey arrival, and Dayton nomination for U S judge.
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Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills Ad
An old advertisement extols a healthful complexion through a blood cleansing regimen. It links constipation and indigestion to skin issues and promises rosy skin, improved digestion, and renewed energy by taking Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills nightly for two weeks. Price 26 cents at dealers. Signed W. F. Smith.
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Opposition to Negro Nomination Reported for NY Collector
A Washington Post report states Senator Platt leads opposition to Charles W. Anderson named by President Roosevelt for collector of internal revenue in New York's Second district. Despite praise for his character, some fear 200 white employees would come under his orders. Nomination reported favorable by Senate Finance, with possible recess appointment if not confirmed.
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Washington Dispatches
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Depew
Senate Confirms Postmaster General Nominees in Washington
The Senate confirmed Frank H. Hitchcock of Massachusetts as First Assistant Postmaster General. Joseph Cross, a former New Jersey state senator, was named district judge in New Jersey. Also approved were Alexander M. Thackara as consul general at Berlin and Jerome A. Quay as consul at Florence Italy.
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Republican National Committee
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Berlin
Jerome A. Quay
Florence
Italy
Land in West Superior Vested in Stinson Heirs
Supreme Court affirmed a lower court’s ruling confirming title to several hundred acres near West Superior Wisconsin to James Stinson and other heirs of Henry Stinson. The government had sought forfeiture on fraud grounds but delays and dead witnesses led to denial of the action. In a separate matter, a Rosebud Indian Agency contract will supply 4 977 graded Texas heifers and 200 Texas bulls to the Rosebud Indians at a little over 100000 dollars, funded from their trust with the U.S. Treasury. Nebraska firm to stock and manage.
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Portrait of Roosevelt by Otto Von Krumhart Exhibits in DC
A three-quarter-length portrait of President Roosevelt by New York artist Otto Von Krumhart will be shown at the Corcoran Art Gallery for one week beginning today. Chief Justice Fuller announced the Supreme Court will not adjourn for the usual spring recess until April 3.
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Roosevelt Dam Award Sets Arizona Structure to Rank Among World’s Largest
The Interior Secretary awarded a $1,100,000 contract to J M O’Rourke & Co of Galveston Texas to build Roosevelt Dam in Salt River Valley Arizona Territory. The 25 foot high structure will flood about 38,000 acres, supply water power to numerous towns, and must be finished within two years.
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Assistants for Cabinet Seekers in Washington News
In Washington several cabinet assistant posts are under discussion with Cortelyou considering a Fourth Assistant Postmaster General and possible appointments among the Second and Third Assistants. Loomis may retire soon and speculation links him to ambassadorship in Mexico. Meanwhile three Wyoming women who voted Roosevelt were greeting the President after traveling thirty miles with Mr. Wiley, introduced by Rep. Mondell.
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President Invited to North Carolina Teachers Assembly
Senator Simmons of North Carolina invited President Hoosevelt to attend the annual assembly of the state’s school teachers next June. The President appreciated the invitation but cannot accept. Also noted is an advertisement for Thomas Jefferson's famous Bible, reprinted from the Congress authorized edition, now exhausted and unavailable through booksellers.
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Easy to Cure Piles at Home
A classic home remedy advertisement promotes Pyramid Pile Cure as a painless private treatment avoiding surgery. It claims instant relief, gradual complete cure, and full-sized boxes from a druggist for 50 cents, with free trial mail to Pyramid Drug Co. and no doctor bills.
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