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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1907
Page
42
Roosevelt to take real vacation from Washington starting after October 1, remaining away until October 21 for a bear hunting trip. Reports describe the president’s months off, with speculation on attendees, locations, and the impact on administration.
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President Roosevelt signals futher curb on railroads with federal oversight. He plans to urge restrictions to curb their power, compare to national banks, and may advocate a strong central approach. Rumors of a third term were denied amid West Coast election talk. Harry Collins named receiver of public moneys in Montana.
Senator Burkett arrived in the city yesterday morning at UW Gelock to handle important departmental matters. He has an 8 oclock appointment with the President and plans to attend the Call campaign. He favors Judge Reese for supreme judge and notes strong sentiment on the Pacific Coast for expelling Japanese labor.
President and Mrs Roosevelt host a White House dinner in honor of Rt Rev Arthur Winnington-Ingram Lord Bishop of London and Silas McBee. Attendees included the Moonvets the Navy secretary Mrs Metcalf the surgeon general Mrs Rixey and Bishop Brouts. The informal gathering featured simple hospitality with pink carnation centerpieces and light conversation before guests retired early.
Judge Jamra Wickersham of the Third Judicial District in Alaska resigns amid long Senate opposition. Resignation effective after a new appointment and likely after President Roosevelt returns from the South. Wickersham faced repeated nominations and investigations prompted by political disagreement and internal opposition.
President Gompers of the AFL met yesterday with leaders of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the International Stage Employes Union to settle all disputed jurisdiction over workers operating electrical apparatus and related amusements. He also spoke with railroad brotherhood representatives about legislation to aid railroad employees.
Chinese Minister Wu Timg-fang, newly appointed, is expected to arrive in Washington January 1 for the President's New Year reception. The Legation notes confirm the appointment and indicate he may bring Mine Wu and a bright young sister who studied in America. Bids for Saratoga Sail Ship Rejected by Navy as below appraised value. new proposals called.
Loyal Western states refuse to consider other claims and back Roosevelt’s stance. Taft’s supporters view Roosevelt’s silence as easing Cannon’s bid and shaping delegations. Senator Cullom predicts Cannon may be the party choice if the President stays out.
Mrs Root stated support for reestablishing the army canteen and urged Rep. Henry Caulfield to press the measure despite potential protests from constituents wives. She commented Roosevelt will not be a Republican candidate and cannot renominate, though Revivals of naming his name may occur.
Caracas September 21 The Venezuelan government states it will not accept demands to revise arbitration awards for the Orinoco Steamship Company, insisting on ratification of the awards and closing the dispute with the United States. The exchange was disclosed in correspondence between the American Legation and Venezuelan foreign offices.
An unusual weighing slot machine installed at Aflecks Urog store in Pennsylvania area drew a large crowd all day. The machine promises to return money if the guess of your weight is correct, adding novelty and attracting onlookers.
State Department inquiry finds protest letter against Judge Wilfley of the American Circuit Court in Shanghai. Americans in the city allegedly accused him in the letter, but investigators conclude his bench opinion reflected standard legal text. No basis found to sanction the judge.
In a New York hearing, Frank B Kellogg seeks trustees and liquidation records of the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey to prove the oil giant never legally dissolved. Witness Charles White describes two safes and missing contents, while testimony details profits of subsidiaries including Southern Pip Line Company of Pennsylvania with gross earnings 4 578 61% and high operating expenses. The case adjourned to allow defendant counsel to attend the McKinley monument dedication.
New York September reports show Dr Parkhurst praising Roosevelt and criticizing Taft over tariff delay, while urging independence from Wall Street influence. Hearst backed to form a national Independence League with a separate ticket, aiming for a third party presidential bid next year.
Judge Duncan hears arguments in Common Pleas Court on May petition by George H Phelps against Standard Oil Company alleging restraint of trade and unlawful conduct. Phelps seeks to force lawful operation, appoint a receiver, and wind up the trust companies named in the action while preserving Independent producers' interests.
Peace conference at The Hague adopts proposals regulating merchantmen being turned into warships and private property at sea. Several reports on blockades private property and belligerent duties are discussed. results show unresolved issues and abstentions by the American delegate. A separate home fire incident at 22 Eleventh Street Northwest causes minor damage.
Special to The Washington Post reports a Norfolk gathering of African American attendees adopted a resolution backing Senator Foraker for the Republican presidential nomination. The meeting, presided over by C G Williams of Missouri, urged black voters to influence education and reform. Speakers praised Foraker’s stance linked to the Browerville shooting incident.
Wild rumors in Plateau caused a militia company to be sent there after reports of secret meetings by black residents. Several factory workers fled to Mobile claiming executions and planned revenge. Soldiers arrived and the rumors proved unfounded, dispelling fear in the area.
Police enlisted to recover a handsome gold watch stolen from the United States Naval Observatory. Rear Admiral Ava Walker, superintendent, aids the effort as investigators pursue the thief and return the prized timepiece.
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