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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1908

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16

District Day Delayed as Heyburn Bill Reopens Railway Debate

The District Day timetable is pushed back as Senate discussion focuses on the Heyburn bill allowing government purchase of property south of Pennsylvania Avenue. Senators consider broader implications for street railways and public works, with debate centering on enforcement and timing for a potential action tomorrow.

Scott Heyburn Pennsylvania Avenue Uttle Wanha Mor Smith Anim Rallwaiss Erlings

Eskimos Face Extinction in Territorial Education Report

A committee on education warns that native groups face extinction without strict measures. The report cites punitive policies and Western sanitary rules in the territories, urging enforcement to protect native children and communities.

Ralues Committee On Education

New Safety Bill Aims to Regulate Sea Going Barges

A proposed measure backed by Commissioner Hughe Tyler Chamberlain would place sea going barges of 100 gross tons or more under Steamboat Inspection Service. The bill, introduced by Senators Fre of Manch, and House advocate Greene of Massachusetts, requires on board equipment and trained personnel. It envisions inspections at least once a year to ensure hull, gear, and readiness for safe operation aboard barges.

House Senate Hughe Tyler Chamberlain Fre Charman Mr Greene Massachusetts Mershant Marine Taber Newport News Spain War Department

Congress to Quit May 9 and Adjournment Debate Rages

The report details Congressman Watson and Speaker reside over House talks as they debate adjournment on a lingering session. President Roosevelt influence looms. Watson predicts near-term action with four days of intense floor struggle ahead.

Congress Keyed Up Over Monday Voting Impasse

A fragmented report describes ongoing legislative standoff in Congress as Republicans and Democrats clash over procedural tactics and a possible roll call. The piece notes actions extending into April and references a potential continued session into distant dates, with implied stakes over party strategies and legislative timing.

Spaniards Cite Roosevelt on Anarchy Law in New Government Bill

The Spanish press quotes President Roosevelt on anti anarchist policy as essential to a new government measure imposing harsh penalties on anarchists. Liberals and Republicans back suppression but fear possible misuse against rivals. Griscom set for Berlin as reports of a transfer are denied while Ambassador Lloyd Griscom remains in place.

Mauta Usung

Senate set for Brownsville case and troop pension debate

A busy Senate week centers on the Brownsville affair with Senator Foraker’s planned elaborate address urging reversal of the discharge orders for the Twenty-fifth Infantry. Major appropriation bills and military and Indian affairs measures loom, with limited other business expected unless a major bill clears.

Brownsville Senate Foraker Twenty-fifth Infantry Ohio Haie Senjior Voraker de Bhrget Texas Senate Committee On Military Affairs Warner

SAILS TO FIND THE WHALES

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Postum Helps Family Quell Coffee Addiction Says Veterans Story

A veteran recounts how switching from coffee to Postum aided his health after heat and travel stress. He rode stairs at the office, consulted a specialist, and found Postum easier to drink than coffee. His four banker brothers tried it, noticed quick improvements, and quit Java alongside him, praising the product from Battle Creek, Michigan.

Jaya Postum Co Battle Creek Mich

Tiger Convention Symbol Welcomes Denver Delegates

Denver prepares for the Democratic national convention with a papier mache tiger at Sixteenth Street and Broadway. Special citizen committees plan city decorations with electric lights bunting and flags. The great auditorium for 12 500 seated and 1 000 standing will be ready by June 17. Bryan Johnson and Gray will miss the convention but supporters run their headquarters.

Denver Colo Sixteenth Street Broadway Convention League Parsons W J. Bryan Nebraska John A Johnson Minnesota George Gray Delaware

Bryan Men Fight Convention Debates Uninstructed Delegation

State Chairman Murphy and Tammany leader agree delegates go uninstructed but may be bound by committee actions or floor votes. Convention preparations in New York expect lively Bryan sentiment and possible contest of credentials as Carmody presides and Murphy and Conners arrange the program.

Tammany Murphy Newmore Carmegig Tus City Nation i Denver Willam 9 Conners Wiliam J Bryan vii Bryan Howeser Committee On Association of Demounts New York Briens Ansual Never Cay Johnson Minnesota Guy Jehmsons Atioa Pennsylvania George Gray Trelaware Traver New Lok Delaware Charles Murphy Tammany Hall Stacy Comittee Victoria Hotel Thomas Carmody Penn Yan Carmody Charles F . Murphy Committee On J

Delaware Result Mixed as Delegation Favors Gray Nominee

Delaware results show a strong Gray support for the national convention delegation with a near unanimous backing in Dover and Kent County. Bryan adherents carry some districts but the state convention appears set to back Judge Gray, with limited Bryan influence in Newcastle and Sussex counties and a pledge to include some Bryan representation.

Dover Delaware George Wiray Kent County Duige Gia Newcastle County Gray Smyrna Camden Elton Tiundreds Milfords Ual Sussex Gray Forces County of Kent Denver

Von Buelow Visits Rome as German Chancellor Arrives

Prince Von Buelow the imperial German chancellor arrived in Rome today with Lioness Von Buelow. He seeks to discuss politics with the Italian government and will meet King and Foreign Minister Tittont. An audience is scheduled for Monday morning.

Reis Prince von Buelow Lioness von Buelow Muef Rome Fremier Giolitti Tittont

Gray Boom Appeal Pushes George Gray for Presidency

The George Gray League of Philadelphia urged nomination and election of George Gray for President, claiming the current administration borders on czarist power. The appeal cites Gray’s record and character, praising him as independent and steadfast, and calls for a return to Democratic principles and strong enforcement of law.

George Gray

Mexico Quakes Continue Across Towns in Mexico

Special from The Washington Post Mexico City April 12 Earthquake shocks hit Rutland Jalisco and Hector Arroyo Tamaulipas two distant towns no damage reported inhabitants frightened and fled buildings in both places

Washington Mexico City Rutland State of Jalisco Hector Arroyo State of Tamaulipas

Miles Anti Pain Pills Promised Relief For Headache Pain

A Cleveland woman endorses Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as a remedy for neuralgia sciatica stomach backache and headaches. The ad claims the pills soothe nerves without nausea and offer a refund from Miles Medical Co if the first package fails. 25 doses cost 23 cents and are not sold in bulk.

Miles Rost St Clair St Cleveland Ohio Miles Medical CO Elkhart

Pensions Advice and War Service Inquiries Across Nations

Readers seek guidance on pensions for Civil War and Spanish War veterans and heirs. Letters discuss disability links to service, deserter status, widow's pensions, and legislative changes affecting rates and eligibility, with expert responses outlining evidence needs and rights under general and special acts.

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