This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 16 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1908
Page
4
Fragmented report of congressional proceedings focusing on an amended appropriation for submarine torpedo bodies and the diplomatic and consular bill. It notes House and Senate schedules, speeches by Burton and Williams, and reactions over naval policy and civilian governance with numerous names and references to committees, votes, and procedural points.
A District Committee meeting discussed repealing the law that allows utilities to raise capital and considered a temporary commission of experts to report to Congress on public utilities. Progress on the public utilities bill stalled as debate over structure and timing continued and a calendar placement was unclear.
The article details ongoing tensions between newspaper publishers and political figures over proposed amendments and ad placements. It notes James Wats, Lavored, and Mr Tad seeking support to push papers through and rally senators to a print pact. The piece presents a charged public arena around press influence and policy.
A proposed plan allocates 3.1 million toward Lincoln Memorial construction on the farm in Kentucky. Anita bar notes a national effort to shine a spotlight on the project guided by Representative Muidden of Hifeis. The bill authorizes 100,000 dollars wired and 79,000 to be funded within months, with further leasing and terms to follow. Richard Lloyd Jones, secretary of the Lincoln Farmssaciiuen, addressed the committee in support of the measure on Lincoln’s centennial anniversary.
Hearing on reparations for yellow pine lumber from Southern states to Ohio River region and beyond. Case centered on 2 cent per hundred pounds proposed by shippers, with the commission ruling 14 cents after tax. Supreme Court upheld, while many parties challenge the damages to broad quantities.
The House Public Buildings and Grounds Committee led by Rep Andrus of New York slated early next week for public hearings on the Bieber land grant dispute along the Anacostia River front. The panel, long tied to the public buildings bill, plans to present its report to Rep Bartholdt as the inquiry proceeds.
Bogota reports Gen Rafiel Reyes temporarily resigns the presidency and designates Secretary Angulo to fill in. Reyes plans a tour of Atlantic seaports for political purposes while no other changes occur, with tranquility claimed in the country.
A White House audience included Secretary of War, senators Crane and Lodge, and representatives Vreeland and Gardner. A bankers' delegation led by Festus Wade and Joseph Talbert sought clemency for Captain Schaich Soliders from Sing Sing, backed by the National Gallery committee chaired by Charles Walcott. The New York Maritime Exchange delegation, with Commodore Dalzell, Eugene Moran, and A J Grymes, pressed for pardon after the General Slocum disaster that killed about 1100.
The article reports Telis investigating committee on the torpedo boat company and sub marine legislation. Vic Lake left the country for Havana after Lilley resolution. he claims he was unaware he was wanted. The committee considered whether to probe submarine matters and recalled Lilies, with Lake questioned about a letter urging not to press submarine issues. The body will reconvene to address new disclosures and witness questions.
The Department of Justice will sue the Nashville Chattanooga and others under the Interstate Commerce Act to compel payment of fares equal for Black and white passengers. The case stems from a complaint to the Interstate Commerce Commission alleging discrimination against a Black woman. After investigation the commission ordered desistance, which allegedly has not been followed. The matter was brought to the President and referred to the Attorney General, with suit expected in Nashville soon.
Hearings on the Aldrich currency bill ended with expectations of an adverse committee report. A composite measure merging Aldrich provisions and the Vreeland amendment is favored by Senate leaders, while a currency commission idea and a broad emergency currency framework spark banker and Republican caucus activity.
bankers from the American Bankers Association testified before the House Banking and Currency Committee on Wednesday opposing both the Aldrich and Vreeland bills. They advocate asset currency and object to a tax on emergency circulation proposing a starting rate of 4 percent, rising to 8 percent under the current plans. Vreeland, NY Representative, met with committee members and White House officials to discuss the measure.
Representative Smith introduces a bill to authorize a District of Columbia electric meter inspection lab. The bill, drafted by Commissioners, creates a meter inspector at 2000 a year, two inspectors at 100 each, a 1000 clerk, and two assistants at 70 each. Lab costs are borne by electric companies. Potomac Electric Power Co must deposit 7000 to establish and run the lab for one year. All meters must first be inspected by the district electrical engineer. Senate subcommittee adds to the House bill provisions, with substantial increases for echoe buildings and other public structures. bill to be reported to the Senate tomorrow.
Senator Clapp of Minnesota was presented with a Crow war bonnet by Chief Plenty Cups and followers in Washington. The feathered head dress, symbolizing rank and peace, was offered during three weeks of Indian Committee hearings, and its wearer noted its greater meaning for the senator in Congress.
Chairman Fowler proposes an eleven plus eleven plus twenty one member Finance Commission to study a scientific currency system with a report due by January. Immigration panel moves to override executive veto to tighten steerage space limits in January 1909. Senate panel backs postal savings bank with amendments to rename institutions to postal depositories. House favors Bartholdi foundation bill to promote industrial peace with a seven member board and sixteen trustee income distribution. Library panel supports $219,000 memorial at Port Recovery Ohio for Fort Recovery victims from 1791.
Thirteen prisoners implicated in a riot were tried by court martial in Siberia. Death sentences were handed down for rioting and the killing of a Warner. The proceedings occurred after reorganizations and appeals within the general appraisers of customs and related committees.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.