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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1906
Page
27
A Senate committee hearing on the Interstate Commerce Commission debate outlines broad court review of agency actions. Proponents press for strong injunctive and appellate oversight while rejecting any abridgment of judicial power over orders and preliminary actions.
An underscored health product story notes alleged starving patients sourcing a drug labeled King Lite Pills. Regulators warn against unverified cures as critics question efficacy and safety amid broad consumer use.
Commission members and supporters pressed broad judicial review of rate decisions. Knapp Prouty and Cockrell urged courts to review condemnation and reasonableness, permitting injunctions and expert tribunals, while others warned against limiting court oversight or delaying enforcement.
A San Francisco earthquake and subsequent fire wiped out the Sharon estate owner Senator Francis Newlands and heirs, destroying Palace Hotel and many buildings. Losses include Hearst properties, the California Wine Growers Association, and numerous residences. estimates run into millions with extensive real estate depreciation anticipated.
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Cisco notes that estimating total losses is hard since building costs plus contents are added, with contents often more valuable. The Merchants' Exchange Building faced 1.5 million dollars in cost, but its contents likely higher. Major losses include Sparon estate and Glyug Spreckles, with Hearst, ex Mayor Phelan, Merchants' Exchange Association, Crocker estate, Crocker Woolworth bank, New York Life Insurance, Laws Brothers, Parratt estate, Herbert Bancroft, and Jennie Flood. The Lick House, once owned by Mrs. Oeirichs, was sold to a syndicate led by ex-Mayor Phelan, whose loss will be borne.
Washington Council No. 1 Fraternal Sons of Jonadab met at Army and Navy Union Hall to appoint a relief committee for earthquake sufferers. William A Hickey acted as secretary, R A Adamson and William P Welch were new members. A committee led by A Willy fam A Hickey was named to attend Willard Hotel for city relief work.
General Greely hurried toward Washington to assume command after learning of the San Francisco earthquake while en route to attend his daughter Adele’s wedding in April to Rev. Charles Lawrence Adams of East Hampton. His elder brother John Greely gave away the bride as the family awaited updates from the quake scene.
The War Department ordered 300 steward tents shipped from Fort Sheridan Chicago to San Francisco after a telegram from Gen Carter. A Marine Corps captain in San Francisco reported that books supplies and all corps property were consumed by fire in the Marine Quartermaster store house with about $100000 in uniforms and clothing destroyed.
San Francisco railway mail service reports trains to and from Oakland run on slow schedules. The superintendent, by wire, has authorized subordinate officials to assemble clerks not on regular duty and to use postal cars to handle incoming and outgoing mail. The article also notes upcoming art pictures of Mrs. Roosevelt and Mrs. Fairbanks in The Sunday Past’s Art Supplement.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers wired $1,000 yesterday to aid California earthquake victims. A nationwide call to lodges to raise about $10,000 is planned, with Charles T. Lofthouse in Los Angeles coordinating subscriptions.
Scientist Win directs observation of quake impacts on masonry shacks and concrete structures across California. W Walcott of the Geological Survey orders R L Humphrey of St Louis to California to test structural materials and assess damage risks to large masonry dams under construction by the Reclamation Service.
The article notes a wholesale merchant from San Francisco Mr Johnson and his wife visiting Washington to assess earthquake news. They learned a property disruption affected a large estate, with plans to return after delays. Knights of Columbus assembly in Harvey's met, sending sympathy and aid through Neil Power to the San Francisco grand knight.
Stricken district leaders in California extend sympathy to bereaved families amid losses at Grand and Palop Alto. The note references Phi Kappa and Arch Council members, urging reflection and support during a difficult period. A revision committee will report in five years, with forthcoming details expected to shape ongoing measures.
A damaged fragment describes a federal ad and a report to a commanding meet in California. The garbled text mentions San Francisco and a state service, with unclear details about the purpose and dates.
In a sympathetic gesture, organizers launch a relief effort for victims of a calamity in San Francisco. The plan seeks donations to assist those affected as Western Union pledges free messages and telex services to aid communications and support nationwide.
Telegram from Oakland reports government property at the San Francisco mint escaped serious damage after the great earthquake and fire. Most of the facility remained intact though some smoke stacks fell. The secretary authorized moving 19 million dollars from Newark to San Francisco and deposit in New York, to be paid out on order.
Grand Lodge meeting in Santa Cruz dispatched a consoling telegram after disaster. Jefferson Middleton, Grand Chancellor, offered sympathy as the Knights of Pythias aid effort for children and community unfolds through the coming week.
Maj Sylvester tendered yesterday from Bot Tester, offering the aid of the members to the stricken restorer. The election to the office of the International body was discussed as part of the assistance.
A damaged and garbled early 20th century note describes a cruiser possibly lost and mentions the Union, Francisca, Califarita and South Da. The passage implies danger from earthquake or fire and notes three vessels as lost or threatened amid unclear details.
In Washington the Mu A hosts a luncheon for fifty pastors and board members in honor of Robert R. Galley visiting from Tientsin. Speaker notes rising national spirit in China, reform, and a new educational system. English as common language aids Y M C A outreach. lectures on the Bible draw positive response.
Washington College of Music advanced piano pupils perform a recital at Carroll Institute Hall featuring pieces by Schubert Chopin Liszt Grieg Mozart and Rachmaninoff. Performers include Miss Thomson Miss Kenneipp Miss Fil Fantasiv Miss Demarest and others, with works ranging from nocturnes to concert pieces.
An entertainment to enlarge the benevolent fund of Lodge No. 7 of the Theatrical Mechanical Association was held at Belases Theater Wednesday afternoon. Participants included Manuel Alexander, Mr. Puligzi, Miss George Leonard, W. Ho Denny A B Griffith, the Money Talks! Moving Picture Company, Tom Moore, Mrs. Chadwin Gaver, and RACE notes the show was a success. Beautiful half tone pictures from recent photographs of Mrs. Floogeveit, Mrs. Fairbanks, and the ladies of the Presidents Cabinet in The Sunday Post Art Supplement. Next Sunday leave your order with your messenger today.
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