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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
2
An old Cincinnati advertisement promotes Browning King way and Company offering suits and overcoats. It claims correct style and perfect fit, emphasizing thorough craftsmanship and up-to-date fashions at Filth and Race Street location.
A Philippine Dinner Table group, formed of party members who joined Mr and Mrs on the world tour, held a general reception after the meal. Tomorrow brings many appointments for Judge Taft, and, if possible, a meeting with the press and Secretary Root.
Senator Lodge announced a Wednesday discussion on a Brownsville affair bill to authorize reinstatement of soldiers of the Twenty-fifth regiment discharged without honor. The Senate, after a brief session, adjourned until Monday in memory of Charles F. Dudwell of New York.
Washington December 10 The House of Representatives took up the legislative appropriation bill after passage of several measures including one removing the citizenship impost for military deserters. The day largely centered on a bill to provide for arbitrary investigation of disputes between employers and employees. Proceedings adjourned at 4 59 p m with the measure unfinished.
Ohio senators split over postmaster jobs as about twenty five nominations sent by the president face Senate action. Foraker reportedly opposed and Dickson vowed to block appointments while three postmasters at Waakoneta Boetherville and Uhrichs are described as retained on the government payroll despite rejection.
At the Ways and Means tariff revision hearing Carnegie requested a postponement and was excused for a day next week. Hastings, chair of the gold leaf inquiry, sought a small increase in the gold leaf fee, while E H McCullough of Philadelphia, head of a coal company, opposed making coal free.
Washington reports indicate numerous capitol conferences on Roosevelt’s congress message and secretary service criticisms. Speaker Cannon hosts officials with Senators Aldrich and Hale as a select committee is planned to review the record and lawmakers prepare a resolution for action in the House. Senate likely waits until after the House inquiry.
At a day conference in the Senate end of the capital several Republicans pledged to defend the president against critics. They opposed expunging parts of the president's message on record and, over time, signaled they would not oppose a resolution for an investigation by the appropriations committee into last year's amendment.
Washington December 10 three amendments to house rules are proposed by reform leaders. They would increase the committee membership and fines, reserve two days weekly for bills, and create a steering committee to name all committees.
The appropriation bill totaling 81 million 667 thousand 830 dollars was reported to the House by Rep Bingham of Pennsylvania. It falls 816 thousand 259 dollars short of the requested total and is 34 thousand 876 dollars higher than the current fiscal year’s legislative bill. Salaries slated in the bill amount to 14 thousand 441 dollars, 186 dollars below estimates. Chairman Tawney said he would call the measure up tomorrow after the journal reading.
Secretary Wilson urges Congress for a 500000 emergency appropriation to combat foot and mouth disease now spreading in several states. He says the outbreak likely results from imported materials or merchandise and immigrant effects, noting the disease has not existed here since 1908 and quarantine on imported animals may not have prevented it.
President Roosevelt has urged the house committee on interstate and foreign commerce to visit the Panama canal region. Representatives Hepburn and Adanson indicate a trip is needed to address evolving canal zone governance and related issues. The War Department will provide transport when the committee is ready to travel.
James Sharp known as Adam God, leader of the fanatics, surrendered in Monticello Kansas after a battle with officers. He was wounded in both hands and warned he had finished the work God sent him to do. Five people died in the Tuesday clash including Louis Pratt and Michael Mullane. Police officer Dalbone and Lula Pratt died at the scene as the death toll rose.
The Lancet reports King Edward’s health shows improvement after early symptoms of throat illness and neuralgia. No cause for alarm is indicated as treatment progresses and weeks pass.
A 1908 analysis notes Congress may force extra sessions, avert executive overreach, and contrasts past and present appropriations. It highlights the growth in government spending since 1876, with current bills totaling about two billion dollars, and per capita expenditures rising from eight to twelve dollars.
Mrs Adb Gorman Magness daughter of the late Senator Gorman has asked President for a pardon for her husband who was convicted of detention from the navy and sentenced to a year in prison. The request was referred to Secretary Newberry and rejected for lack of special features while warrants were reported adversely.
A fragmented notice notes people begin Christmas shopping early in the day, warning of crowded stores and swift service as shoppers rush to secure gifts before peak hours. The brief appears to emphasize urgency and planning for a busy holiday season.
The piece recounts Henry Taft and Cromwell statements defending U S actions, detailing alleged payments to the old and new Panama Canal companies and distributing funds to bondholders. It notes Cromwell’s testimony and Henry Taft's denial of any family interest or profits from Panama canal transactions.
The city campaign against loan sharks intensifies as Legal Aid exposes a borrower who paid $10 monthly interest on a $45 loan, yet owed four times the original amount. Citizens Mortgage Loan Co and municipal action spur investigations and pledges to shut down violators. Publicity and weekly reports to the city auditor push enforcement.
Brown and his manager William H. Bécker of the Brown Investment company will be heard in police court Tuesday. City prosecutor Morrill said he will force a hearing on that day.
Marvin Kent founder of this city and first president of the Erie railway died at his home aged 92. Born in Ravenna he was educated at Tallmadge and Clarendon academies. He planned the Atlantic and Great Western railroad and drove the last spike in 1864. Kent served as state senator 1875 to 1879 and led the Kent National Bank.
Severe shocks in Mont Albano Sicily damaged the church and many public and private buildings. The tremors were felt across MBessina on December 10. Local residents reported fear as aftershocks continued through the day.
A woman describes twenty years of coffee use causing fatigue and nervousness and near panic. She shifted to housework for exercise, then quit coffee after an attack and used Postum from Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan, eventually favoring Postum over coffee and reclaiming calm and healthy family life.
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