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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
5
The article discusses a proposed policy change to make lockouts lawful, amid a White House backed program. Senator Warner of Missouri introduces a bill to amend antitrust and labor law, amid Senate debate and criticism over administration influence and the pace of White House measures.
Fragmented OCR text reports a congressional hearing at the White House involving government officials and President figures. It mentions an audience reacting to accusations and remarks about investigations, with names and roles unclear due to garbled input. The piece alludes to tense exchanges and potential consequences.
George Vanderbilt, owner of the Biltmore estate near Asheville, protests local taxes arguing the property tax is illegal. He contends the county did not levy a full tax on large land values, citing constitutional provisions and the need for proportional taxation.
Detectives arrest Italian official Allexandro Giometto in a Teutonic robbery at Chiasso on the Swiss Italian frontier. About $93,200 stolen with $30,900 in a valise and $14,800 in bank bills found. He was traveling with a young Italian woman believed to be aiding their escape to the United States.
The President chose to nominate a comparatively young candidate, Nes Hale of Minneapolis, for judge Lochren’s seat. Hale, over sixty, pursued the position but lacked Senator Nelson’s backing. The decision followed Nelson’s strong urging despite the rule.
Helen Pierce Gray, a newspaper writer and alleged critic of Indian Office officials, testified before the Senate Indian Affairs Committee seeking a general investigation of irregularities in leasing Crow lands to cattle and sheep men, irrigation spending, townsite land deals, and officials’ financial ties. She claimed three months in jail and claimed official bias, naming Commissioner Leupp and Maj. Reynolds in the disputed cases.
Senator Carter struggles to hold a subcommittee meeting on the Sims anti betting bill while Senator Martin denounces bridge whist as a greater evil than horse racing. Both oppose gambling but have not yet supported the bill. If the subcommittee does not report it tomorrow, the full committee may delay action for another week.
Franklin A. Taylor of Waterbury testifies before the House special committee investigating Electric Boat Company charges. He says Representative Lilley warned he might expose all on the floor if the committee blocked the matter. Frost and Barrett deny undue influence. they admit urging Lilley to vote for submarines, while Cold War era context and naval appropriations are discussed. The hearing continues.
London April 1 Chief Secretary for Ireland Mr Birrell publicly denied rumors linking Lord Haddo elder son of the Earl of Aberdeen and Lord Lieutenant of Ireland to the theft last summer of state regalia valued at 250000 dollars from Dublin Castle. He said jewels were likely stolen between June 11 and July 6 and noted Haddo left Dublin March 7 last year and resided in Scotland and London until December 11.
Berlin April 1 A report says a bid will be introduced in the Prussian Diet to raise the civil list of the Emperor. The present annual allowance is 3 930 000, paid to the King of Prussia as ruler of Prussia, not as German Emperor. The rise covers living costs and the many dependents of the monarch. It is noted the Emperor saves excess income for his children rather than relying on loans.
Vienna reports Emperor Francis Joseph, in ill health, will abstain from Holy Week ceremonies including the traditional washing of the feet of the poor. The precautionary measure reflects concern for the emperor's health during the observances.
The Montana's endurance run shows top speeds around 22,035 to 29 1/2 knots, with fourteen trials starting at 14 knots and reaching near 29 1/2 knots. Shipbuilders Newport News weigh whether to push ahead or adjust high pressure valves for extra power.
Special to The Washingtion Post reports Midshipman Grant W. Quale of Sower Creek Maryland absented himself from the Naval Academy for about three days to force departure from service. He had recently inherited a fortune and sought to sever ties with the navy. He left limits Monday with mild concealment and held a high demerit count prior to the act. Philadelphia dispatch notes Idaho commission at League Island with 742 crew, many absen due to mumps, Idaho to sail West Indies in about ten days.
Leaves of absence extended to June 3 199% and April 1 1908 for several lieutenants and captains. Promotions and duties assigned include inspections of wireless tests in New Jersey and Virginia works, recruiting and inspector duties in New York and Pennsylvania, and transfers to the Thirteenth Infantry and adjutant general staff. Numerous officers proceed to Fort Slonum Frankford Arsenal Governors Island and Omaha for duty, with reassignment of Col Heizmann and Watts to Philippine and recruiting duties respectively.
Orders list transfers and duties for naval officers including Commander Gleaves to command St Louis and A A Brand on sick leave. Includes hospital placements, home awaiting orders, and assignments for midshipmen and other officers. Vessel movements note Caesar Yorktown Denver Mayflower and others with commissioning and balling statuses.
French President will travel to the czar and then to Norway Sweden and Denmark with Paris noting plans for a July stop. The journey includes Stockholm Christiania and Copenhagen and follows an April Paris dispatch announcing the trip. Abyssinia heir apparent Menelik II dies at about seventeen.
A committee of the American Bar Association’s professional ethics group approved a preliminary draft of about seventy canons covering lawyer duties to the public, the profession, the judiciary, clients, and colleagues. Justice Brewer urged clear rules and moral leadership, with final adoption planned for the Seattle meeting in August.
National Marie Dore headlines at the National next week in The Morals of Marcus, praised for her notable performances in Clarice. Belasco presents Going Some with Richard Bennett replacing Collier, a humorous footrace farce. Columbia features The Clansman with a returning star cast from the South. Chase’s vaudeville highlights W H Thompson and company, Milo, the Murray sisters, and more. Academy books Willie Live the Boy Detective with Harry Blaney. Majestic stages Her Mad Marriage, while Gayety hosts Mardi Gras Beauties. Lyceum brings California Girls burlesque. Monsen lectures tour includes New Mexico and Paris and the Louvre with Mrs. Chaffee.
A long OCR list records hotel guests by city and full names across multiple states and the District of Columbia, naming individuals staying at the Willard Shoreham New Willard and other hotels. The aggregate includes prominent names from New York Chicago Philadelphia Boston and other locales, with many entries truncated or misspelled.
Hyde, Benson, Schneider, and Dimond plead not guilty to conspiracy to defraud the government of vast forest reserve lands on the Pacific Slope. Jury selection starts today with testimony expected Monday. case stretched over months. Witnesses largely from Western states.
In Brooklyn a bomb exploded at the home of Joseph Boullitta on Beaver Street after letters demanding money were sent. The blast shattered windows and door, but no one was hurt. Selig Silverstein in Union Square had less luck. doctors expect him to die soon. Visitors’ gallery at the New York Produce Exchange was closed to prevent access by dangerous intruders. Police seek funds for secret service to monitor anarchist meetings. Emma Goldman spoke in Winnipeg with little disruption, calling for reform. A severe blizzard grips Minnesota’s Red River Valley with a foot of snow in Crookston.
The advertisement asserts Washburn Crosby's milling process eliminates all cellulose from Gold Medal Flour. It warns that crude milling leaves cellulose as sawdust and could be detected by the eye, implying better purity and safety for consumers.
A classic ad style copy describes kidney and bladder issues in women and promotes Swamp-Root as a remedy. It claims kidney trouble underlies many female complaints and urges readers to request a sample bottle to test its effects, with Dr.IMERley as contact.
Peng Tae presents 350 patterns of spring suitings in browns grays pearl and smoke blues with black stripes and checks. Buyers can specify color pattern and price to receive a spring and summer style book with cloth samples for selection.
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