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New York Times

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1908

Page

4

Papers Gone Missing in Manila Paper Trust Probe

United States Grand Jury investigates the Fibre and Manila Paper Manufacturers' Association over Sherman antitrust violations. John H. Parks, organizer of the Parks Pooling Plan, controls prices and output and is now in Europe. Judge Lacombe orders two trust officials to produce books by Friday as witnesses face potential contempt.

The Fibre and Manila Paper Manufacturers’ Association Paper Trust Bay United States Federal Grand Jury John H. Parks Parks Europe Lacombe KEIO Stimson James FE. Campbell Sulphire Pulp and Paper Company Dexter, N. Y James A Fibre and Manila Paper Manufacturers’ Association Campbell Outterson Flaupt United States District Attorney Associated Manufacturers Judea Lacombe Ad Manila Paper Manufacturers” Association Samuel Untermyer Judge Lacombe Sulphita Paper Company de Grass Company Grand West Thirty-fourth Street Plumb Mr. Stimson Messrs Untermyer Grand Jury Dr. Campbell Mr. Outterson Haupt Everard Scombe

Leaders Sneer at Message From Roosevelt in Congress

Washington reports show leaders at both ends of the Capitol dismiss the president’s special message. Administration sources say little will move without action this session, despite promises to push favored measures. The labor issue and an injunction bill are cited as key tests of persuasion and congressional cooperation.

Neww York Times Washington Capitol Prescosevelt Oosavel T Gman Congress Representative Watson House Roosevelt Watson Senate Chicago

Blocked railroad relief faces quick implementation

The commodity clause of the Railroad Rate bill may take effect May 1 unless a suspension resolution passes. If enforced, railroads could face heavy fines per inter state carload for freight they haul that is owned or produced partly by the carrier. Senator Culberson opposed relief for railroads and will press for a shipper relief program, with a vote set for tomorrow.

Washington Culberson

Flotilla Arrives at San Diego After Torpedo Mishap

The second Atlantic torpedo boat flotilla under Lieut. Commander J. Cone reached San Diego after slow travel from Magdalena Bay. A torpedo was lost during target practice due to a misdirection from the tube. Officials cited ropey seas delaying the voyage. In Melbourne Australia authorities plan over 500000 for welcoming the American fleet.

San Diego Cal Atlantic Torpedo Boat Flotilla J. Cone Hiampton Roads Magdalena Bay

Changes in Medical Department officer assignments

In Washington on April 28, the Medical Department announces station and duty changes. Major H. C. Fisher moves to Columbus Barracks, relieving Major H. H. Raymond, who goes to Fort Sam Houston. Captain W. E. Vose shifts to Fort Slocum, relieving Captain L. T. Le Wald at Columbus Barracks. Captain G. H. R. Gesman to Fort Morgan, with Captain Li. F. Garrard Jr. to Fort Morgan as Constructing Quartermaster. Major H. N. Bailey of the Second Infantry reports to Fort Thomas to join his regiment.

Fort Morgan Li. F. Garrard

Navy Assignments and Duties for Various Officers

The Navy assigns Commander H Hall to head the Department of Steam Engineering at Cavite Naval Station. Commander J L Gow to Fore River Shipbuilding Quincy Mass. Lieut Commander J R Pringle to home and wait orders. Lieutenant T T Craven to the Fourth Division staff of the Atlantic fleet. Lieutenant B C Davis to first submarine flotilla and command of Grampus. Ensign G C Pegram to continue treatment at New York Naval Hospital. Ensign R R Riggs to New Fort Lyon Hospital for treatment. Chief Boatswain D Mortality to home. Boatswain T L McKenna to Pacific Station. Chief Carpenter J F McCole to New Fort Lyon Hospital. Chief Carpenter H J Harte to Pacific Station.

H. Hall Department of Steam Engineering Naval Station Cavite J. L. Gow Fore River Shipbuilding Company Quincy Mass J. R. Pringle T. T. Craven Fourth Division Atlantic B. C.davis First Submarine Flotilla Grampus G. C. Pégram Naval Hospital, New York R. R. Riggs New Fort Lyon Pacific Station J. F. McCole Naval Hospital H. J. Harte

Paper trust pool grips independents unlimited

A report notes a paper trust controlling pulp supply in Quebec will last 200 years. It cites testimony from Canadian mills in a deal with Spruce in Quebec and describes long term supply arrangements affecting independent producers.

Quebec

Paper mill pool controls U S paper output claims

Special to The New York Times reports House investigators heard that a formal pooling agreement exists among U S paper manufacturers and that many mills have closed indefinitely to curb supply and raise prices. Canadian mills are cited as under American control influence and meetings to harmonize price strategies were corroborated by newspapers.

New York Times Washington House John Norris New York E Times Norris Pool United States Quebec Wisconsin Mills International Company Booth Canada Allen McEnnery & Co Chicago Carthage N.Y West End Central Ohio Paper Company J. W. Butler Paper Company New York St. Croix St. Regis Finch, Pruyn & Co Oswego Falls Pulp and Paper Company Finch Finch-Pruyn Company Mann House of Representatives John Sharp Williams Hamilton Ohio Daily Republican News Nina Falls Niagara Tralls Ottawa

Paper prices rise blamed on mills and freight rates

Norris argues publishers face uniform mill price raises and notes from the Interstate Commerce Commission show freight rates largely steady. He cites a purported overcharge by Great Northern Paper Company and a shipper, inflating costs from 17 to 5 cents, a practice he says persisted until 1905.

Norris Inter-State Commerce Commission W. B. Dilton Great Northern Paper Company

Vreeland Bill Faces New Proposals In House

Washington April 28 The House Banking and Currency Committee will not recon sider the Vreeland bill tomorrow but Mr Vreeland plans to push a new edition with two key changes The bond secured issue from the Aldrich bill is dropped and the emergency currency would be guaranteed by a 5 percent gold redemption fund backed by ten National banks with possible later reserve in lawful money kept in the issuing banks vaults.

New York Times Washington Fowler House Banking and Currency Committee Vreeland

Lilley Charges on Electric Boat Company Denied

Washington reports that Admiral Francis T. Bowes rebutted Rep. Lilley of Connecticut, denying excessive profits by Electric Boat Co. on Navy contracts. Bowes cited the Octopus submarine cost at 235000 dollars, predicting total boat cost above 250000 dollars. Rep. Bates testified Lilley warned of withdrawing his resolution if the bill allowed open competition.

Washington George L. Lilley Connecticut Electric Boa Company gQt United States Francis T. Bowes Bureau of Construction Navy Department Fore River Shipbuilding Company Electric Company Bowles

Mrs Regan Loses Gold Bag in Broadway Theatre

Mrs James B Regan, wife of a Hotel Knickerbocker proprietor, left a valuable gold bag in a Broadway theatre Monday night. Authorities across the city search for the bag which reportedly cost $100 in Paris and was described as a beauty.

James B. Regan Knickerbocker

Governor appoints Ordway to hear Bermel sale of Kissena Park

Albany reports Gov Hughes appoints Samuel H Ordway of New York as Commissioner to hear testimony on charges against Joseph Bermel president of Queens Borough over Kissena Park sale. A removal demand has been filed.

Albany Gov. Hughes Samuel H. Ordway New York Joseph Bermel Borough of Queens Kissena Park Berme

Receiver Appointed in Transit Finance Insolvency Case

Frederick T. Johnson was named receiver by Vice Chancellor Howell in Newark in insolvency proceedings against Transit Finance Company of New Jersey. Calvin Tomkins, president of the Interurban Association, sought relief as investors demanded stocks and bonds. the bond obligations totaled over $1.26 million with about $25,000 in stock unsettled.

Frederick T. Johnson Howell Newark Transit Finance Company of New Jersey Calvin Tomkins Interurban Association Transit Finance Association Buffalo, Lockport , Rochester Railway Company P. R. Wood Sir. Henrys Peliast Finance Company Toronto Pinmiupes

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