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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1908
Page
26
The senate approved a measure authorizing purchase of right of way for government ownership on a small scale. A substitute Sunday closing bill was also favorably reported, signaling possible further action amid ongoing opposition.
The Senate committee authorized a favorable report on several district bills including a Sunday observance measure. The Johnston substitute bans horse racing and shows, allows Sunday morning store and butcher shop deliveries seasonally, and exempts hotels and restaurants. An amendment protects religious groups observing other Sabbaths.
Debates focus on a bill creating a probation commission for the District with a Supreme Court and Juvenile Court authority, five-year residency requirements for two commissioners, salaries for a chief probation guardian and staff, and possible volunteer guardians. A second measure changes the Municipal Court name and extends justice reforms. hearings set with Commissioners and local business groups among attendees.
The House debated a resolution demanding the Commerce and Labor secretary transmit the Commissioner of Corporations report on cotton price fluctuations. Burleson of Texas said the inquiry was finished and the document ready, but held by the “custodian of the big stick.” Bartlett of Georgia urged speedy adoption, while Fitzgerald of New York mocked Burleson’s influence. The body recessed to continue the vote, as pension bills and navigable-water measures also passed earlier.
Vice President names Senators Bulkeley and McCreary to the Board of Visitors of the Utility Academy. Senate approves a $100,000 Simmons resolution for a survey of a Boston to Wilmington Inland waterway. Moore's similar measure awaits action in the House. Senate endorses Teyburn’s request for forestry employe names and expenses. House passes a bill to improve safety on navigable waters during regattas, authorizing the Secretary of Commerce and Labor to set regulations and transfer authority for special occasions. Judiciary panel favors a Ninth Circuit equity proceeding to enforce the Berin Sea arbitration award rights of American citizens, with a two year filing limit.
Brussels April 24 the Chamber of Deputies rejected a bill seeking a direct popular vote on Congo annexation by 70 to 39. The defeat delays action on the measure that would have endorsed annexation of the Congo Independent State.
A House committee leader said the public buildings measure, about 23 million dollars, will not be reported until leaders secure passage of a currency bill. Bartholdt explained changes may stop Treasury deductions, keeping construction funds intact. A new post office site near Union Station is eyed with roughly 508 thousand dollars slated for DC.
The House Judiciary Committee voted unanimously that charges of misconduct against Judge Lebbens R. Wilfley of the United States Court for China do not justify impeachment. The subcommittee’s report, reviewed by Chairman Moon, finds no impeachable conduct within constitutional limits.
A committee led by Medill McCormick will travel to Washington to press Congress for legislation placing white paper on the free list. The group seeks testimony from Herman Ridder, BK. H. Baker, and Melville B. Stone regarding a possible pulp and paper price conspiracy and tariff effects. Chairman Mann schedules a 2 pm meeting and assigns topics to investigators.
Alabama Senator Bankhead urged a 500000 federal aid amendment to the Post-office appropriation bill to improve roads in states that raise half the funds locally. He argued federal support would stimulate state effort and noted benefits for rural mail delivery.
The Senate will meet today as the Warley resolution seeks a report from the Secretary of Commerce. It covers the Commissioner of Corporations and investigations into cotton price etiology. An omnibus pension bill aiding over a thousand pensioners passed. House convenes at 11:20.
A House committee report by Representative Andrus finds no wrongdoing by Sidney Bieber in the Anacostia riverfront land transfer. A provision in the public buildings bill creates a commission to probe land grants in DC, including about 1,100 similar cases, with results due next session.
A bill introduced by Representative Weeks targets diverting all Forestry Service revenues into a forestry reservation fund. It would fund examination, survey, and purchase of lands near headwaters of navigable or developing streams and fund storage dam construction and maintenance near such waters. Senator Pollard also introduced a companion measure proposing a presidential five member commission to study U S watershed areas outside existing national forests with sources of navigable streams.
Nerve irritation causes headaches neuralgia rheumatic pains and more. Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills relieve nerve irritation and pain without stomach upset or after effects. Many users rely on them with druggist refund if unsatisfied. Miss Lula Lunch of Macon Ga endorses them as the best medicine for headaches neuralgia stomach ache and more.
The House special committee pressed Representative Lilley to detail grounds for accusing Electric Boat of corrupt methods. Lilley admitted some charges rested on rumors and he sought to reveal facts via his resolution. The panel demanded letters and memoranda and debated open competition versus favored terms in submarine procurement.
Friday visitors to the White House list Senators Lurkett of Nebraska Allison of Iowa Virginia Daniel of Virginia Bennet of New York Hayes of California Davis of Minnesota Glass of Virginia and former Representative Pugsley of New York with H Kohlsaap of Chicago among the callers.
Senators Carter and Scott offered amendments to the district and sundry civil bills. Carter proposes grading Otis Place NW from Tenth Street to Holmead Place at a cost of 3.80 percent. Scott seeks to fund a $3,000,000 purchase of Squares 226 through 230 SW of the Treasury Building for future State Justice Commerce and Labor department buildings.
Notes of Progress in the Canal Record announce an upcoming ice cream factory run by the commissary department. An experienced U S ice cream maker will supervise with modern machinery and enhanced methods. Milk is to be supplied from New York in cold storage. Beginning last Monday the Cristobal commissary bakery offered vies pastries and rolls to hotels messes and employees with a complete pastry outfit and modern equipment.
The London refusal to sanction emigration of fifty party supporters drew sharp criticism. Canada will only accept settlers proven fit, sparking a clash with Emigrant advocates who argue Canada owes aid to empire workers. Critics say Canada must take those who cannot find work in Britain.
Denver report states the Miners Magazine official notice signed by C. E. Mahaney declares the Western Federation of Miners has terminated William D. Haywood’s field representative role. Haywood had been ousted from secretary and treasurer roles after Boise murder charges and Steunenberg case.
Harvie Jordan, president of the Southern Cotton Association, writes Representative Burleson of Texas urging creation of a joint congressional committee to study future cotton trading. Jordan expects a Roosevelt report on Commissioner of Corporations investigations but doubts immediate regulation. a summer inquiry could prepare data for action next session.
Secretary Taft will visit Panama next month to address the Colombia Panama boundary dispute sparked by the seizure of Jurado and tensions between the zone government and Panama. Secretary Root says diplomatic notes won’t suffice and a special commission is needed to settle these matters.
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