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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1908
Page
4
Senator Borah assails federal troops and defends the president's course, calling compromise cowardice and an insult to law. He also condemns attempts to praise Orchard, with the Haywood case prosecutor expressing disapproval in a speech about the matter.
A fragmented 19th century style document accuses a cadre in uniform of Union soldiers and law officers of murder and treachery against a governor, warning that such actions betray government. The text rails against racial violence, cries for law and order, and recalls martyrdom, with references to public figures and political figures amid a charged era. The piece laments betrayal by those in power and denounces racist sentiments while urging legal accountability.
Debate centers on members of Congress owning stock in key transit firms. Questions arise about secrecy and influence as Senators reportedly hold large stakes in Washington Electric Railway and related utilities. Proposals consider track transfers, fare changes, and heightened supervision to move tracks to Union Station while preserving legislative independence.
In a strict party vote the House sustained Speaker Cannon’s adjournment, rejecting Williams and others who called it a breach of privilege. Williams argued the act was unprecedented while Cannon cited minority tactics. The chamber debated responsibility for laws, with Talzell proposing a rule change to require a majority for suspensions, and Williams pressing for consequences if bills are blocked.
A fragmented item notes concerns about health and recovery with unclear references to a physician and husband. The readable text hints at doubt about vitality and support, suggesting a personal medical issue discussed in a domestic context. No definitive names, places, or dates are established in the legible portions.
A condensed Congress report covers Borah endorsing presidential policy on Black soldiers and Brownsville, Warner planned remarks, Culberton urging mandatory campaign publicity, and reports on naval and agricultural bills. It notes House clashes over Speaker Cannon, Williams filibuster tactics, and the adjournment dispute with procedural rulings and dilatory motions.
Senate committee moved the House bill to a skeleton form to enable rapid action without major changes to naval establishment. The measure includes three new colliers at $1.8 million and raises peacetime pay for carriers, civilian staff, and professors while funding public works at Portsmouth Norfolk Puget Sound and other sites. The reported bill totals about $111.55 million, up $7.58 million.
A list shows Senators Brown Nebraska Bourve Oregon Dixon Montane Lodge Massachusetts Dolliver Iowa Flint California Piles Wahing Warren Wyoming and Representatives Mle Driscoll New York Diekewa Michigan Ampbell Kanvas Worner along with Secretary Hitchcock of the Interior Hthahn Alleon Hitchock scheduled for the morning meeting.
The House Banking and Currency Committee voted to table the Vreeland currency bill as a substitute for the Aldrich plan and adopted a motion to report Fowler’s proposal for a forty three member currency commission. The panel delayed full public reasoning, giving no reasons, and the vote 10 to 3 favored tabling while some members voted present.
A congressional debate centers on emergency currency and banking reform. Proposals include raising emergency circulation to 750 million, lowering clearing house capital from 10 million to 5 million, and creating a commission to study the banking system. Supporters argue rapid currency deployment could avert panics. critics call for cautious reform and oppose extra taxes on circulation.
A grand city celebration welcomes the fleet with flags and speeches. Japanese colony joins in decorations and feast as sailors enjoy boxing, barbecues, and a wide array of entertainments in Liberty Park and surrounding venues.
In Baltimore America a reporter asks why Nero chose the Rome fire to play his violin. Nero, posing for a photograph, answers that it would best awaken burning enthusiasm, a sharp taunt reflecting imperial theater amid disaster.
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