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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1912
Page
9
Kentuckian Ben Johnson signals resignation from the Senate committee scene to focus on district needs and public service. He cites tiredness, workload, and desire to better serve constituents while resisting pressure to stay on a costly, lengthy political path. Johnson aligns with shifts in committee leadership and notes support from allies and rivals alike.
National Conservation Association president warns that funding to prevent forest fires is slashed by 1 million. He notes emergency measures and reduced appropriations affect fire danger response, trails, and telephone lines, risking further timber loss as fires threaten vast forests and properties.
News from New Orleans reports thirteen dynamite bombs hidden under railroad tracks in Nicaragua during Secretary Knox's visit to Managua. Government says conspirators plotted to kill Knox, with charges and arrests while offering little detail on outcomes.
Democratic naval committee members push an other caucus to settle battleship funding. Proponents warn against pork barrel building, while opponents claim public opinion favors two battleships. A looming floor vote could hinge on a two thirds requirement and party maneuvering. Senator Hoke Smith blocks pension bill items, prompting political theater as names are debated.
A detailed critique of Taft’s stance on police power and due process, arguing the proposed popular vote amendment would erode stable constitutional interpretation. The speaker defends the people's role while warning against temporary majorities and oligarchic distortions in governance.
A heated gathering in New York features Colonel Roosevelt arguing for popular recall of judicial decisions and constitutional amendments. He criticizes Taft on majorities and cites past New York reforms while urging public involvement in constitutional changes. The rally showcases strong support, with Roosevelt addressing overflow crowds and receiving extended applause.
Gov Osborn clarified his remark Whatever Is Right Is Constitutional amid Taft’s Boston speech charge of an attempt to pervert the Michigan constitution. He spoke in his opening address to the second special legislative session convened to consider an immediate effect presidential primary law.
Capitol reports say the Underwood excise tax bill, passed by a two thirds House vote, may reach the President for signature or veto. Supporters argue it is constitutional and uniform, aiding revenue and Democratic prospects if vetoed. Critics warn of political risks and possible delays in passage.
Speaker Champ Clark urged passage of a homestead bill to curb emigration to Canada. He recalled a past push for Canadian reciprocity and said the United States could annex Canada. Senator Boran introduced the bill in the Senate and it passed there, cutting title time from five to three years and likening it to Canadian law.
Senate passes the fortifications appropriation bill including 1600 for three acres at Cape Henry to plant batteries guarding entrance to Chesapeake Bay. Chief engineers say batteries would form a defensive fortress across the bay, enabling heavy gun protection without exposing ships to fire.
Kurt von Reibnitz of the Prussian ministry of commerce is appointed commercial attache to the German embassy in Washington. He recently earned a doctorate for a thesis on the New York Block Exchange and discussed constitutional questions around presidential preference measures.
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