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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1912
Page
9
A wartime House Military Committee report charges Adjutant General Ainaworth faced flagrant abuse of authority. The document details government efforts to suppress truth, presses War Department hostility, and defends Ainaworth’s five year enlistment plan while criticizing Secretary Stimson and wartime political meddling.
The Senate debated a recall motion by Senator Martine to withdraw a bill on the census. Quorum questions and procedural points delayed a vote while members pressed for a full count. Separate confirmations included Edward Cushman for the Western District of Washington and Frederick A. Scott for the U S attorney post in Connecticut.
George Whitelock of Baltimore secrets tary of the American Bar Association denounces Attorney General Wickersham for pressing to keep William Lewis of Boston, the Negro assistant attorney general, as a member. The letter criticizes conduct, urges restraint, and questions procedure, citing improper circulars and public statements aimed at influencing the association's actions.
Senator Poindexter prepared to discharge the Senate Commerce Committee over antitrust reform and move to bring his bill to abolish the Commerce Court to the floor. He alleges the committee blocks amendments and stalls progress on the antitrust measures. A separate bill by Senator Lea of Tennessee would curb horse betting and gambling telegraph notices. The Jamestown Exposition grounds sale to the navy near Norfolk was referred to the House Naval Affairs Committee for action.
Texas Representative Beall condemned the push for federal funding of public roads, arguing it is as futile as damming the Mississippi with greenbacks. He spoke before the Agriculture Committee in opposition to a proposed gool roads bill yesterday.
The District committee reported a favorable bill by Chairman Johns to empower suits in equity to reestablish government title to lands along river fronts. Attorney General Wickersham influenced the measure as the Board of Engineer Officers overseeing Anacostia flats reclamation says ownership of affected stands must be settled to continue work.
The House opened consideration of the post office appropriation bill carrying 2,882,749 dollars. Provisions include rural parcel post, steel mail cars after 1917, an eight hour day for clerks and carriers, pay increases for rural carriers, and other reforms. Representatives Weeks Mondell Gregg Moon and Murdock participated in the debate.
WB Thompson testified before the House agriculture committee opposing the anti option bill and urging federal supervision of cotton and grain exchanges to curb price fluctuations and speculation. He warned against constitutional issues and warned that without standardized cotton grades and hedging facilities the market could collapse, echoing Washburn anti monopoly arguments.
Cummins opposes a depreciation fund and fears streetcar lines could be extended at public expense. Curtis argues against giving the commission discretionary power in allowing cross ownership of street railroad stocks. The committee removed provisions enabling railroads to extend or improve using depreciation funds, a move Cummins condemns as shifting costs to the public. If objections are resolved, the measure may pass the Senate swiftly and proceed to the House.
Judiciary committee ordered a favorable report on Rep Peters measure to incorporate the Rockefeller Foundation to promote knowledge worldwide. Incorporators include John D Rockefeller and Frederick T Gates among others. foundation would aid acquisition and dissemination of knowledge and relieve suffering while Congress retains control and can impose limits for public interest.
Gov Wilson to hold a hearing on an extradition request for Chicago beef packers indicted in Hudson county for conspiring to restrain trade in the cold storage sector. Prosecutor Garven turned over requisition papers. previous governor Fort denied papers after a hearing. Indicted individuals include J Ogden Arnout and Edward Morris in a price fixing conspiracy.
Dr Mary Walker, famed Civil War surgeon known for adopting male attire, has recovered from a three week illness in New York City and departed this afternoon for her Oswego, New York home. Her life was once despaired of but she rallied by will and now appears well on the road to recovery.
The printing reorganization bill passed the Senate yesterday with amendments including reducing the price of the Congressional Record to $1 for one session and 5 for short sessions, authorizing the printer to buy blank books from outside vendors, and obtaining consent to patent devices.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce discussed advertising banners banned by district commissioners, debated district wide assessments for benefits, and invited the National Federation to hold the 1914 convention in Washington. A health-focused note urged sanitary city conditions and support for the health department and Mr. Wiley urged action on licensure for itinerant merchants.
Local Knights of Columbus announce advanced plans for unveiling a Columbus statue in June with a badge for District Jurisdiction Knights. Fourth degree members to wear frock coats top hats while others wear dark suits and straw hats. Also notes a Louisiana Democrat representative testifying on a sugar bill and Red Cross authorization for a temporary structure in Potomac Park for an International Hygiene Congress.
As the Mississippi breaks near Golden Tale north of Memphis, levee failures threaten 4000 acres of farmland and dozens of towns in northeastern Arkansas and along the St Francis basin. Authorities warn of millions in losses as flood crests advance toward New Orleans with relief efforts and patrols active.
The secretary of the Treasury reportedly marries in a private New York ceremony attended by close aides and family. Details remain scarce as officials confirm the union without disclosure of names, locations, or exact date.
The Treasury Department imposes strict regulations barring employees from attending public auctions of imported merchandise used in official business after repeated protests. Costumed officers and staff are prohibited from participating in such sales to prevent conflicts of interest.
A claim that a remedy by Or Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin offers a permanent cure for chronic constipation is described as popular for over a quarter century. The prose cites testimonials from women and elderly individuals, notes varying results, and promotes sample bottles by mail from Caldwell at 45 Washington St, Manitowello, TH, with a request for name and address on a postal card.
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