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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1908
Page
22
Senator Borah denounces military actions and defends the president's policy as cowardice and a blow to the law and colored men. He condemns attempts to gloss over Orchard’s Brow incident, and voices strong disapproval of Haywood prosecutors' stance in a speech.
A violent attack on a former governor is described with relentless hostility toward Black civilians and federal authority. The piece portrays the accused as a traitor and condemns treason while denouncing racial fear and political betrayal in stark terms.
Lawmakers debate stock ownership by a Senator in District public utilities and the Washington Electric Railway group. The dispute centers on ownership in streetcar and power companies and the impact on public service and legislative integrity.
The House voted 146 to 119 along party lines to uphold Speaker Cannon's Saturday adjournment, rejecting Williams's claim of a breach of privilege. Speakers and minority leaders traded accusations as Delzell pressed rules reform while De Armond and Williams urged accountability for legislation. The session sparked a clash over constitutional rights and procedural power, with Cannon defending his duty to end dilatory tactics.
A fragmented note expresses doubt about recovery and vitality in the face of medical doubt. A worried spouse contemplates treatment outcomes while a physician’s stance and family concerns weigh on hope for improvement.
Senate debated policy on Negro soldiers and Brownsville incident while discussions on campaign publicity law continued. House friction rose as Williams challenged Speaker Cannon amid a major procedural rule to curb filibusters and a sharp adjournment dispute marked by intense party theatrics.
Senate committee moved to a sketched version of the Naval appropriation bill to enable swift action without altering the naval establishment beyond additional ships and facilities. The President’s message was not considered. amendments include a 20 percent rise in carrier pay, higher civilian salaries, and increased naval staff pay. Public works allocations cover Portsmouth PortsmouthNote Norfolk Puget Sound Pearl Harbor and Charleston with total bill amount at 111,546,549 up 7,579,031 from the House version.
A list of lawmakers including Senator BROWN from Nebraska Senator BOURVE from Oregon and others such as Senator DIXON from Montana Senator LODGE from Massachusetts and Representative DRISCOLL of New York appears in an April roll call. The document also mentions Secretary of the Interior HTHAN ALLEON HITCHCOCK and several additional senators and representatives with misspelled or unclear districts.
The House Committee on Banking and Currency tabled Vreeland's currency bill substituting for the Aldrich plan, reporting the Fowler proposal for a 43 member currency commission with no reasons given. The panel, voting 10 to 3, pursued a broader push to investigate bank methods during the panic, with Senate sentiment favoring a smaller commission.
The discussion centers on expanding emergency currency and altering bank capital rules. Proposals include raising aggregate capital to 5 million, expanding emergency circulation to 750 million, and appointing a commission to study the banking system. Vreeland argues for rapid provision of 500 million in emergency funds, while critics oppose tax on circulation and view the Aldrich bill as flawed. The debate touches on panic prevention, cross‑state currency concerns, and political risks ahead of the November election.
A Triumphant city celebration honors the American fleet with a grand welcome in Los Angeles. Japanese and American flags entwined, speeches by Rear Admiral Chiles and others, a banquet, boxing contest, and widespread hospitality mark the event.
In a provocative exchange, Nero explains to a reporter he chose a time of Rome's blaze to perform his violin solo. The emperor claims he sought to awaken burning enthusiasm, noting he had already posed for a distinctive photograph for the reporter.
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