Congress Debates Navy Growth and Peace Commission
The House refuses two new Dreadnoughts while the Senate pushes for two battleships amid a national debate. Advocates warn of costs and urge a peace commission and impartial inquiry into military expansion in light of arbitration prospects with England France Germany and Japan. A Seattle syndicate promotes a Kennewick fruit by products plant with local bond support and regional cannery needs.
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Interstate Commerce Commission orders express rate cuts
The ICC in a three year inquiry orders about a 15 percent rate reduction for express companies and broad reforms in regulations and operations. The 600 page report by Commissioner Lane calls for direct farm to city transfers, simplified rate blocks, and thru routes on direct lines. Companies will be heard October 9, and they largely accept changes except the rate cut.
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