Cabinet debates raise salaries for top federal staff
A Taft era cabinet session discussed raises for assistant secretaries and other high level posts across Treasury War and State. Proposals would boost pay by up to about 15 percent for first rank assistants, with remaining increases tied to departmental budgets and prior salaries. No final plan approved as of the session, with attention turning to next fiscal year figures and potential implementation.
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Gonerem
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Thane
SaRstedt Ausretarien
Baciir
Btaio Department
Amie Bamtadorco Garrenei
Robert Shaw Ohiver
Axswinnl
Navy Trust
E Newberry
Greart McCleary
Jretense
Aries
Beller Cay
Cormlyou
Correets
Mayor Brown Defends Exclusion Of Japanese Laborers
The Linenis mayor refused to explain why Japanese workers were barred from a local project. He insisted quarantine actions needed no permission and warned of isolation measures, while denying responsibility for the Japanese consul’s demands and expressing confusion over the policy.
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Linenis
Bermen
Remy
Yeomier
Gerber
Vie Haid
FW Brown
Remay
New State Star Entry and Flag Change Plan
A damaged text describes a proposed proclamation for New State Asttiouch Oklahoma to join the Union on November 1 with the U S flag not to include its star until July 4. It outlines star arrangements across rows, mentions Utah’s admission, and references Admiral Dewey and war Navy reorganization plans.
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Oklahoma
Trenent
Tate
Utah
Army
Navy
Admiral Dewey
Uheitman
Roosevelt walks under guard in strenuous two day outing
Reports describe President Roosevelt walking about ten miles on Monday and nearly four hours on Sunday in cold rain under Secret Service protection. Detectors noted the endurance as police and agents trailed, with crowds and ground conditions affecting the pace and route toward the White House.
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Roosevelt
Wistoume
Ir Roosevelt
Secret Service
Rouesyetl
Beeret Service
President Overrated Appeals for Appointments Amid New State Push
A report covers President overruling concerns as eastern district candidates including RoE Campbells of Meas Nester and T Wholp push for judgeships in the Eastern District of Indian Territory. Delegates urge Chief Justice Burfore’s appointment and tribal leaders press for local legal leadership while others oppose new offices.
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Lamong
Roe Campbells
Meas Nester
Indian Territory
Hansr
Nice
Melia
Petar Zegetven
Mae Parker
Judge Grosscup Telegram Clarifies National Federation Request
A garbled telegram discussion quotes Judge Grosscup explaining a National Federation mandate to President Hogevelt. The message mentions a committee seeking endorsement of a national member body and references corporate control concerns.
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Hiplaca
Taft Campaign Folder Sparks Public Reaction Abroad
A four page folder praising Taft circulates from Ohio as critics attack the approach and tactics of his campaign. The imprint ties to literary and typographic unions, noting opposition from Roosevelt supporters and mock caricatures from across the country.
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Wahi
Taft
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Tatt
Warn Urey
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Tor Te Republicad
Ly Walter
Fae Union
Litterary Bureau
Typographical Union
Missouri Beards Stir Local Gossip in Curryville
In Curryville area, residents discuss notable beards spreading through nearby towns. The item mentions Judge Elliott Gates of the Curryville area and a comparison between local facial hair styles and a famed, larger beard carried by individuals from Spencerton and Missouri figures.
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Cal
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New York
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Uhan
Aurom
Valentine Tanley
Spencerton
Elliott Gates
Curryville
Champ Clare
Dr Miles' Anti-Pain Pills Promised Quick Relief
An old advertisement extols Dr Miles' Anti-Pain Pills as fast acting with no after effects. It claims relief from headaches and distress without nausea and urges readers to purchase from local druggists. The fragment references Elkhart Indiana and mentions a cheap trial price.
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Fragmented OCR hints at a campaign note content
The readable text suggests a political context with mentions of a candidate and campaign actions. It remains unclear but indicates planning around a campaign and names that may be involved. The fragmentary lines imply intent to publicize or promote a candidate, with probable references to events and supporters.
President Gets Password From Veterans in White House Meeting
In Washington the President received a formal reception in the White House East Room with veteran leaders from the Spanish War Veterans and other camps. Commanders in chief and notable officers attended, while discussions centered on veterans’ grievances and recognition issues. The incident spawned debate over camp leadership and the handling of vacancies in district offices.
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J. Ligon Bing
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Charles & Themen Gump
Onkurat Olives
Spain
Fireless cooking tested and angered Murphy campaigns
Report discusses experiments with fireless cooking, aiming for safe, portable devices. Mentions government, army concerns, and contractors including Tim Foley and Gen Henry. Notes about baker schools, the Fort Ruey facility, and proposals for a national program.
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Perrice
Political pressure rises as Hearst ticket looms in New York
Paul reports rising hostility toward Hearst leaders in Yonkers and nearby districts. Murphy and allies fear Hearst influence, while backed bets and private pledges signal intensified campaign mobilization amid a tense political scramble before election day.
Loving Cup for Miss Gould in New Fork Event
The North Atlantic fete will host a loving cup for Miss Helen Gould on November 1 or December 3. She pledged support to Navy personnel and organizations, with 26 cents from each clan contributing to a fund estimated at 32,000. The event is to be engraved and held at Carnegie Hall.
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Foley
Gere
Hiera
Jack Bennest
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Naz
Wallace
Ana M Mayer
Harry Vingut
Margiall
Sol Newman
Ales
Meg Farley
Orning, WY
Toley le Cluctot
Fes
Helen ‘Gow
Miss Goult
Carnegie
Promotion Plan for Berlin Embassy Faces Internal Debate
The administration considers filling the Berlin vacancy via promotion. Secretary Rook aims to move capable diplomats upward, potentially transferring a minister or ambassador to Germany. Contenders include Dr Davis Jaynes and others tied to the State Department as they seek advancement.
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Berlin
Wien
Germany
Davis Jaynes
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Stats
Sa Euld
Te Kiede
Zmbasesdor
Fragmented Army Orders Chronicle Muted Movements
Fragmented OCR text catalogs a long list of military units, names, and dates with many garbled phrases. It references march deadlines, detachments, and various officers, suggesting a bureaucratic compilation of orders and assignments across multiple regiments and locations.
Naval Construesiar Plan Debated by Board
The naval board discusses a recommended construction plan including four required modern elements and several ships. The report notes secrecy around details and hints at additional vessels like bruiders, submarine cats, and destroyers. A general board vote reopened the subject yesterday amid changes proposed.
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Naval
General Board
Leonnius
Treasury Inspectors Explain Work To Washington Society
Treasury inspectors outlined electric system details to the Washington Society of Engineers at 123 Fifteenth Street. Woodwell, Dougherty, and Proctor described recent progress and safeguards, noting simple operation and preserved privacy in courtrooms and post offices while highlighting building security and public space access.
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Washington
Tuten
Woody
Zobaus
Alideo
Yeatlaw
Siue
Surgeons Promote Capt Aris Murteean Young Men
Surgeons promoted Capt Aris Murteean and thirteen young men, five Washington medical graduates, to first lieutenants in October 1803. The list includes M'THURGE of Virginia and others from Watertown, Georgetown, Vanderbilt, and New York.
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New York
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Morgan O'Brien Named Director in Metropolitan Life Board
Morgan J L Perien former Supreme Court justice elected to the unexpired term of Tranias G Bitch deceased on the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company board. The nomination came from the administration ticket to be voted at the next annual meeting.
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Ulfe Tusance Company
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Tranias G Bitch
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Admiral Evans Leaves New York Fleet Program Retired
Admiral Evans departs New York signaling retirement from fleet duties. The command saw active service with the President and Navy officials, guiding planning for ship repairs and modernization. A transport from Manila carried soldiers whose terms expired, while the party moved to ensure program execution in Washington.
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