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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1910
Page
4
Mann of the House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce outlines a railway bill aimed at rationing, expediting passage, and protecting investors while aiding shippers. He argues the measure would regulate bonds, prevent misuse, and advance railroad operations for the public good.
The article reports Wisconsin Senator La Follette rails against railroad and corporate interests during a Senate committee session. It notes remarks by Attorneys General and other officials, including references to Morgan interests and New York clients, as well as debates over the use of power and influence in Congress.
Yesterday the House judiciary committee heard on a bill by Representative Goulden of New York that would penalize using the design of the American flag in advertising. Speakers included Mrs Kate B Sherwood and others from the Women’s Relief Corps and national flag groups urging favorable committee action.
Senate session featured Te Fouette condemning a railroad bill and criticizing the Attorney General, with Lode and Gallingur responding to La Fulfetya’s charges about New England surge concerns. Rep See of Angels presented administration rallying arguments as insurgents challenged Mornday. A House hearing saw protests by American Red Cross over emblem use in advertising. Judiciary committee heard pro and con on a bill to protect the American flag, while the select committee continued ship Aubelay lobby testimony. House adjourned at 4 10 p m 19 meek at noon today.
A session last night considered issuing certificates of indebtedness by the Washington Gaslight Company. A bill by Mr Smith proposes creating an Inebriate Hospital and detaining inebriates for up to two years.
At a House foreign affairs hearing Miss Mabel Boardman and Gen George W Davis testified in support of the Denby bill to curb indiscriminate use of the Geneva cross. The committee reviewed products and brands using the Red Cross symbol as a trademark across various goods and a toothpaste brand.
Report notes concerns over egg storage limits, price impacts, and consumer risk. Speakers from New York and New Jersey discuss storage duration, shell colors, and seasonal price fluctuations while probing a possible egg cartel.
The House library committees favor a bill to erect a memorial statue of an American Indian on a U S reservation in New York funded by Rodman Wanamaker and New York citizens. A commission including War and Navy secretaries and two lawmakers would select the site and authorize construction with government funds.
The House approved a bill introduced by Representative Smith to establish a hospital for inebriates and commit inebriates for up to two years by court order. Provisions include parole and eligibility rules based on district residency, with enforcement by law officers. A separate Senate panel backed a plan to create a seismological laboratory under the Smithsonian Institution.
Insurgent and moderate factions clash over Speaker Cannon amid security fears and party divisions. Democratic leaders warn of long-term consequences while Cannon’s grip remains firm until key administration legislation passes.
Three judges of the newly established customs court have arrived to prepare for the opening on April 21. Chief Justice Hubert M Montgomery and Justices Orion H Barber and William H Fontarg are in the city, with two more judges expected soon. The court will select quarters, notify tribunals, and proceed to appoint marshal, clerk, and court reporter once organized.
Nominations sent to the Senate include Jesse G Miller Roche for receiver of public moneys at Walla Walla John McVonata for postmaster in Cleveland Ohio and Charles Mihott for U S marshal for the Northern District of California Milos Campbell for Eastern District of Michigan. The Senate also approved funds reimbursing private citizens who advanced the ransom for Mary Stone, abducted by Bulgarian brigands.
Pierre P Garman Hudson county prosecutor conferred with Senator Lodge and Representative Kinkead on pending legislation to regulate cold storage of food products. He praised the congressional committee investigating high living costs and argued cold storage underpins the beef trust. Chicago April 12. The National Packing Company and ten subsidiaries must plead by April 27 to charges of Sherman antitrust violations. Judge Landis set the date after US Attorney Edwin W Sime told him to fix a date. Attorney Ralph Crews represented the packing concerns.
Chicago Juvenile Court officers investigate Annie Eppa a 10 year old who gave birth at the county hospital a few days ago. Reports say the young mother and child are doing well. The doctor notes the girl is probably the youngest mother in this part of the world.
Telegram from Lima reports protests in Hogota and across Colombia favoring Ecuadorian military aid. Peru and Ecuador show rising war sentiment with mobilization feared. officials warn of possible boundary dispute settlement by government and pledge aid to armies. Donations to war fund flow as public rallies intensify.
Special to The Waanington Fos Witke Barre Exeter April 12 Kin sel a man left home after his wife Durried burned his wooden leg to stop him going to a saloon She was arrested and brought before Alderman John O'Donahue She admitted burning the leg saying it was the only way to keep him home He claimed it was as much mine as his The alderman remanded the case and ordered custody in a cage
New York Central, Boston and Maine, and Seaboard Air Line reported wage disputes settled or near settlement. Arbitration to decide pay increases for New York Central employees east of Buffalo underway with HD Clark and P Morrisey named. Boston and Maine engineers and conductors reached a wage agreement aligned with Massachusetts law. Seaboard Air Line engineers approved a 1.6 percent raise after amicable adjustments. Baltimore and Ohio and related talks continued with firemen and enginemen, while working agreements and other adjustments were reviewed.
This ad promotes Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets claiming one grain digests two grains of food. It asserts overeating harms the stomach and digestion and offers a free trial package by mail from T A Stuart Co 150 Stuart Bide Marshall Mich, with tablets sold for 50 cents per box.
Attorney Ralston said many officers of the Merchant Marine League appear to favor the ship subsidy bill due to business interests. Harvey D Goulder and William Livingston testified that league aims were patriotic and not for personal gain, while Lake Carriers Association argued members have stakes in lake traffic. The committee adjourned with witnesses urged to continue discussions tomorrow.
President Tatsafflee hosts visitors while sculptor Robert I. Aitken of New York finishes a clay bust of President Taft. The work, completed yesterday, is expected to be sent to either the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York or the Corcoran Gallery in this city.
A fragmentary wartime dispatch lists numerous officers assigned to specific duties. Names include Slayton, Dyaemel, Russell, Mash, Fonign A Clement, Rees, Pryor, Doherty, Smith, Lake, Harry, and B Dats. Assignments touch Delaware, South Dakota, Washington, and other locations, with roles such as senior engineer officer and chief carpenter noted in terse entries.
Norfolk, Va. heavy gunnery ships returned to Hamp-ton Roads after preliminary exercises off the Virginia Capes. The fleet awaits steel targets at the Norfolk Navy Yard for the heavy record gunnery work with one target due in a few days and a second to be launched by week’s end.
Charleston April 0 The governor MF Axises of South Carolina today presented to the battleship South Carolina the silver service the general assembly voted to thank The governor spoke briefly and Capt. A F Fechteler answered Mrs Bratton spoke for the Daughters of the American Revolution presenting a silk State flag received by Commander Leonard executive officer of the South Carolina
Military orders list various leaves of absence and transfers across numerous units. Names such as Capt Wilkes A Powell and Maj William F Finone appear alongside cavalry and infantry postings. The document notes beyond the sea permissions, port duties at Port Breok Nebraska, and movements to the Philippines and New York counter terms, with ships sailing from Newport News and other ports to diverse global destinations.
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