Battle for Tennessee Senate Promises Bitter Faces
Two Tennessee leaders, Ed ward Carmack and former Governor Robert Love Taylor, slug it out for a U S Senate seat in a race marked by sharp rhetoric and personal jabs. The contest centers on who controls the Democratic machine, with Governor Cox and the party’s white primary system shaping the fight amid debates over election changes and temperance themes.
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Oldest Clerk in U S Treasury Long in Service Since 1866
John B. Atkinson claims to be the oldest in government service in Washington, having served forty continuous years in the Treasury Department’s Second Auditor’s office since 1866. Born November 16, 1830 in Mercer County Pennsylvania, he has never left his post, never took a day off for illness, and has witnessed twelve presidential inaugurations.
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Taft Eyes Panama Speech and Perry County Statue Event
Secretary Taft plans a campaign speech in Ohio and an unveiling ceremony in Perry County, with exact dates to be set by the Republican State committee. Senator Dick invited Taft to both events but a Panama Isthmus assignment could alter plans. If sent to Panama, he will await the Isthmian commission and engineer board before sailing.
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Ambassador Meyer Lands in New York to See Roosevelt
American Ambassador to St Petersburg George Von L Meyer arrived in New York aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm II en route to Washington to meet President Roosevelt. Missouri Representative Richard Bartholdt also arrived aboard the same ship.
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Taft visit spurs mercy on Chinese certificates in U S
Secretary Taft's China trip leads Roosevelt to issue a circular directing consuls to ease issuance of Chinese certificates. The move aims to ease exclusion law effects amid talks on a broader passport system and Chinese boycott origins discussed at the Cabinet table. Memorials from Shanghai merchants were presented to Taft for delivery to Roosevelt.
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Mitchell saw President Roosevelt on labor talks
John Mirenell of the United Mine Workers met with President Roosevelt by appointment yesterday. Mirenell urged appointing Louisa Hammerling as collector for the Scranton district, a move opposed by some Pennsylvania lawmakers. He said the discussion did not cover the anthracite labor situation and he returned to the White House after a cabinet meeting.
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Police Judgship Waits as Moody Sees Appointments Ahead
Attorney General Moody told The Post a police court judgeship for the District of Columbia has not been considered yet and four days may pass before action. He discussed two or three DOJ appointments with the President and said announcements would follow once acceptances were in. Thirteen candidates press White House and Justice officials as the pool remains strong and the choice, to succeed Judge Scott, is not expected to be easy.
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Typhoon Devastation Hits Manila Hemp District
Beach strewn with bodies on Tycao Island. Manila reports estimate 95 million in gold losses from hemp plantations and warehouses. Plantations damaged beyond quick recovery, taking a year to restore. Southern reports show higher death and property losses, with recognizable American victims among the dead.
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Hamilton court martial outlines Army officer case
The War Department has received the record of First Lieutenant Laula McLane Hamilton of the Fourteenth Infantry tried for alleged violations before a general court martial at Vancouver Barracks Washington. Judge Advocate General Davis will review the report before it goes to the President. Hamilton, a descendant of Alexander Hamilton, previously served as a second lieutenant in the volunteer service during the Philippine insurrection and was later appointed and promoted within the Fourteenth Infantry.
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North Carolina Prepares Grand Roosevelt Welcome
Former Congressman H. P. Cheatham predicts a cordial reception as President Roosevelt visits Raleigh during a Southern trip. He estimates over 60,000 will greet him, noting broad enthusiasm across political lines and large delegations from major towns for the Raleigh reception.
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Postponed Opening For Annapolis Academy Due To Diphtheria
Annapolis Md Oct 3 extend leave for three upper midship class due to diphtheria cases at the new fourth class. Navy academy to reopen Oct 14 with possible further extension. Forty cases, no deaths, new cases anticipated. Fumigation planned before return of main body. uninfected fourth class members confined on the Hartford.
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First Cabinet Meeting Under Roosevelt Era Noted For Length
Yesterday's cabinet session marked Secretary Bonaparte's first among the President's official family. It was the longest Roosevelt administration meeting in over four years, lasting two and a half hours. Absentees were Shaw and Metcalf. Secretaries Root Taft and Moody dominated the discussion after vacations.
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President Roosevelt Schedule for Little Rock Visit
President Roosevelt will arrive in Little Rock at 9 a.m. and stay until 4 p.m. He will tour Fort Logan H. Roots, have a luncheon at 1 p.m., and deliver an address at a mass meeting in the city park. Sid B. Redding arranged the program with Arkansas officials.
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Funeral of Capt James Russell Selfridge in Charlestown Navy Yard
A military funeral for Capt James Russell Selfridge U S N ordnance officer at Charlestown Navy Yard was held in Boston on October 3. Services were led by Bishop William Lawrence with Rear Admiral Albert Snow present. The body lay in state at the station armory and was escorted to Forest Hill Cemetery by Marine and Navy units. Additional orders announced leaves of absence and retirements among officers, plus updates on naval vessel movements and the cruiser Cincinnati aground seven hours earlier near Shimonoseki.
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Clerks in the Philippines Insular Classified Service Proposed
Brig. Gen. W. S. Edgerly, commanding Department of the Luzon, urges forming a classified insular service of current clerks willing to stay in the islands. He notes limited success of U S he clerks exchange and questions elderly workers’ climate suitability. He also backs amusement rooms and gymnasiums at posts to curb intemperance and reduce trials.
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Deduction for late trains and forest reserve land
Post office Department announces railroads will face deductions for poor service with reductions up to 20 percent for trains arriving late at terminals. Separately, about 700000 acres in Arizona are set aside as forest reserves in the Rincon Santa Teresa Gallusca Whetstone Dragoons areas with additions to Santa Catalina and Santa Rita reservations.
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Root at White House discusses State Dept matters
Secretary of State Root conferred with the President at the White House for over an hour last night. He said no important official business was transacted but noted discussions covered State Department issues and related topics. An exchange of memoranda on Venezuelan affairs with the French embassy is reported, hinting at possible joint action with the American envoy.
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Tariff Legislation Seen With President Support
Senator McCumber of North Dakota signals forthcoming tariff legislation. He notes President Roosevelt’s popularity and believes rate changes will be debated next session. The article mentions Mrs. Roosevelt and various visitors at the White House, and a theater outing attended by military and political figures.
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Consul General Dobson Resigns From Hangchow Post
George L. Dobson of Iowa former Missouri politician resigns as consul general at Hangchow China after a few weeks due to disgust with Chinese customs and burial practices. He cited cholera related burial issues and criticized life abroad in a letter to friends. He was appointed March 18 but arrived weeks later following political work in Missouri.
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Esch Unable to Attend Rate Bill Conference
La Crosse Wis Oct 3 Congressman J J Esch will not attend the Washington conference on the Esch Townsend rate bill. He asked President Roosevelt to excuse him stating Townsend agrees with the proposed changes and they have concurred in all.
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Thorold's Other Poems by Mrs. Mary Howe Totten
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