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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1910
Page
4
A somber session of the Interstate Commerce Commission debates a railroad bill as Mr Crawford delivers a lengthy eulogy of Theodore Roosevelt. Insurgents clash with Crimmins allies over traffic agreements while discussions of rail regulation continue despite quorum delays and a curtailed schedule.
The Senate again failed to move a resolution authorizing the committee appointed to probe commodity costs. Senator Singes of Colorado opposed the measure, arguing the inquiry served political aims. Despite tense exchanges led by Lodge and Gallinger, the debate ended with the resolution before the Senate.
House Republicans press to pass the administration railroad bill this coming Tuesday. Whip Dwight coordinates absentees to ensure a full vote as debate is slated to close with Michigan Representative Townsend delivering the bill's opening reading under the rules.
Nominations sent to the Senate include to be collector of customs at Bath Maine Ewell B Crosby and to be United States marshals Leo Y Youngworth for the Southern District of California and John F Mayes for the Western District of Arkansas.
A garbled report shows Senate discussions on lease authority and a $45,000 figure, touching on commodity costs and a December inquiry. Mentions of Gey, Me, Cramford, Roosevelt, and other named figures appear in fragmented form.
Reports say President Taft and key allies push for a swift congressional adjournment in June. White House conferences, including one with Senator Aldrich, aim to wrap up remaining measures and credit the administration. Insurgent leaders expected to join caucuses once railroad bills exit.
The Republicans of the House will host a caucus to decide the course of the nation on the postal savings bank bill. It follows conferences including President Taft and Representative Weeks on the bill’s status. The caucus will occur after the administration rally and during consideration of the sundry civil appropriation bill, likely next week. Only two members, Dos and Hoet roatis, are fully in favor of the bill as passed by the Senate.
John Temple Grave says William Sulzer is the man Hearst and the Democratic party will back for New York governor. Col Graves reports Hearst aims to support Sulzer, who was praised by Hearst in the Capitol meeting with Sulzer and party leaders.
Suffragists who visited Washington with petitions expect action from Congress. The Senate committee on women's suffrage, reportedly set to report against granting suffrage to women, is said to be unanimous. Members include Chairman Clay of Georgia and Senators Johnston Alabama Baverage Todalana Burkett Nebraska and Wetmore Rhode Island.
In a recent State central committee meeting a subcommittee chose Representative Nicholas Longworth of Cincinnati as temporary chairman for the state Republican convention to be held next July. Senator Burton supports the selection and is influential in shaping the state ticket as negotiations continue. Burton backs Speaker Mooney for secretary of state and favors James R. Garfield for governor.
An 18 year old peasant thief stole a diamond ornament from the Virgin image in Uspenski Cathedral near the Kremlin. After a prolonged cathedral siege and soldier cordon, the burglar surrendered due to thirst and was arrested as the ornament valued at hundreds of thousands of rubles was recovered.
Testimony in the Brandeis inquiry reveals friction between President Taft and the Attorney General over Glavis Ballinger allegations. Finney testifies under cross-examination as Brandels presses on prior statements while Dudley, a former land office official, is mentioned in the sparse fragmentary report.
Mr Ushers Watory and Hommenestoners back a regular force building project. An inspector approves plans and a restroom for employees is proposed. Mr Lisner, a Washington merchant since 1877, built a large store on Hlev eth and streets, serves as Chamber of Commerce treasurer, and supports local charities. Construction begins after the amended bill passes.
Wilkes-Barre Pa April 22 Special to The Woeuin reports a boy born Friday November 1500 who is said to have hoodooed his birth. He died by his own action five days ago and was turled at West Berwick today after suffering multiple injuries. He had arms and legs broken in accidents and underwent operations for removal of a Dart bone. A machine incident saved him when workers turned off power. He was recently struck on the jaw by a pin from an air hammer. While at Weatherly he was despondent after a receiver took over a building he was interested in.
Paris police seized the residence of Charles Hamilton Paine and placed seals on artworks including three pieces attributed to Correggio Corot and Minard from Paine's collection. The order came from a Paris court as Mrs Paine sues Count de Gatigny and the countess over the value of the paintings and antiques.
Greensburg Pa April 22 a nearly century old check was found among the papers of William Hills who died last week. It is dated Greensburg November 21 114 years directed to the cashier of the Greensburg Hocking Company for 3 dollars and "32103" bearing a name and other fragments. Also mentions Pat Crowe held up in Marnefield Ohio and Senator McCumber resting easy after an operation with temperature near normal and lingering illness subsiding.
A six-car express train derailed at a terminal when an open interlocking switch was reached. The crash, near Barford, mangled sleeping passengers as cars collided. Three men died, others injured.
Snow fell in Chicago late tonight following earlier rain, bringing much apprehension for nearby crops. The storm, described as a late April event, unsettled residents as flurries swirled and winds shifted, with concerns rising about potential damage to growing fields in the immediate vicinity.
A long list of guests and residents is recorded by hotel, including numerous names and origins. The entry catalogs visitors in Shoreham, New York City, Pittsburgh, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Missouri, Minnesota, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and foreign visitors in London and other spots. The document reads like a hospitality ledger with many personal names, spouses, and hometowns.
Army orders detail retirement and transfers of multiple officers, with Col Wiluma W. Robinson to retire effective June 30 and Col John B. Williams active with Armor College. Capt Hebert Woods and Capt Morton Henry named for staff duties, with several officers assigned to Gattysburg camp of instruction in July 1910. A board of officers will meet in Sendy Hook New Jersey to consider recommendations for officers at large in the ordnance department.
A list of naval officers with assigned duties and postings across multiple stations. Names include H. M. Donough Kellogg E. T. Pratris J. F. Hubbard A. A. Prett and others, detailing relocations to duty at war colleges recruiting stations naval hospitals and shipyards with various locations such as Boston Chattanooge Philadelphia Puget Sound and Annapolis. The document records transfers retirements and temporary assignments amid a broad reorganization.
Fragmentary text shows chaplains and officers reassigned to ships and duties. Mentions Commander Lt Van Duzer, O. Mr Snepper assigned to Naval Hospital on Moro Island for treatment. Several officers named with duties to be performed at various posts.
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