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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
18
Turbulent House session as Framing Committees and a looming Payne speakership showdown dominate the day. Reports say Speaker Cannon will appoint standing committees before adjournment, with Republicans split over who leads key panels such as Ways and Means and Industrial Relations.
A dense German report outlines wages and tax policy with discussion among senators. It notes shifts in labor costs and political positions, highlighting economic factors and stalled reforms.
A garbled OCR fragment notes tariff legislation amid tense debate in the House. References to veterans, the Philippines, and potential approvals hint at a contested bill with uncertain support. Names, dates, and clear actions are unreadable, but the piece centers on tariff policy and legislative battle.
Fragmentary report describes an accusation that a notable figure was involved in sinking a vessel. The piece mentions potential penalties, a timeline around trial, and references to a founder and cor newspaper accusations. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
National Congress appointed Valencia to fill the unexpired term of Gen Rafael Love who resigned. Valencia, former president of Colombia in 1860, realigned in Macon and led the revolutionary movement in Barranquilla. He traveled to Bogota with the government official Daeguesernee to confront uprisings as the Barranquilla insurrection was suppressed.
A garbled OCR style roll call lists numerous lawmakers with mis-spellings and inconsistent state ties. Names include senators and representatives from Massachusetts Michigan South Carolina Colorado Georgia Nevada Virginia Missouri Kentucky Nebraska Oklahoma Texas New York Tennessee Minnesota and more, with numerous typographical errors.
The article reports a high level White House visit as President contemplates a Western and Southern tour. Delegates including Senators Lodge, Smith, Nixon, and others discuss duties, and plans shift toward Beverly MA where furniture shipments will sit at the Board of Trade building while the administration coordinates with Congress on the concurrent resolution and the tariff bill. The President’s schedule hinges on Senate action and party negotiations.
The House approved the conference report on the urgent deficiency appropriation bill amid a lengthy debate. The measure includes 1.1 million dollars for new autos for the Speaker and Vice President, limits on bonding premiums, and various allocations, while provisions for the customs court were removed. The vote reflected party lines with many Republicans backing the measure despite criticism of funds and the court's future usefulness.
A contentious Lexington election for oil officers was declared void due to alleged tampering and fake activity around registration and counts. Republicans claimed unfair procedures and police actions tainted the vote. Democrats contested, appealing unsuccessfully to prove they were elected.
A Japanese striker named Ciat Lo Mori was selected by lot to assassinate Sheba, editor of Shimpo, after attempting to stab him in the neck following opposition to strikes and plantation laborers. Police believe the plot formed at a meeting of alrikera on Moi dus Mc, and Mori admitted intent to punish Sheba for opposing the movement for higher wages.
The Cleveland man Lich Guttnick, afflicted with tuberculosis, was spared deportation after a Rabbi's personal appeal. Secretary Mazel ordered placement in a treatment facility and Jewish societies agreed to cover costs. If he recovers, he will be allowed to stay in the United States.
Reports from New York describe Quan, a Chinese interpreter, fearing for his life after aiding police in the Elste Sigel murder inquiry. At a habeas corpus hearing, Justice Brady upheld detention of Chung Bin while Quan sought protection amid threats from countrymen.
An annual review by the International Bureau highlights Latin America as a rapidly developing region with progress in industry commerce education and government will. The report notes growing enthusiasm and engagement from business and public sectors.
The cutter service marked its 119th anniversary established in 1790 by Alexander Hamilton. Ships manned at noon and decked with flags, each ship’s commander read a history of the service. Daylong events included athletic sports and boat races, with Treasury officials visiting Capt Commandant Worth G Troat to offer congratulations.
At a regular weekly gathering the Oldest Inhabitants Association of Washington heard Jonathan Catholl present a life size portrait of former president Edward Tibbet by Mrs Cabby, honoring his service. Speakers praised Tibbet for his fellowship and work, and discussion proposed forming a Ladies Auxiliary association for wives. Members voted thanks to Mrs Tibbet, while Judge Kimball and others were welcomed as new active members.
Fragmentary report notes Connecticut legislature on Monday massed a bill repealing the so called Blue Laws touching Sunday activities. The text suggests removal of penalties for forms of recreation and entertainment once restricted. The measure addresses Sunday sports and gatherings amid welfare concerns and cites penalties and improvised punishments omitted.
The Brooklyn Police Lieutenant Kulne had charges dismissed by Commissioner Balerhole after a habeas corpus incident. He was deemed to have been sufficiently punished for disobedience and no further action taken on related claims of police persecution. In a separate note, an American vessel seized in Luanda, Angola, with crew charged in a diamonds theft case, was reported.
Relatives of Trent James Sutton speak as court proceedings continue. Officers from the marine station and Lieut Riley face testimonies about the incident on December 12 160. The trial includes Major Henry Feonall and others as defendants while Suttons family asserts he was attacked by a member of the bro ther officers.
Cardinal Gibbons, head of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States, supports temperance but says total abstinence would be impracticable in Chicago and other large cities. He warns that revoking all liquor licenses could drive sales underground while endorsing the broader temperance movement across rural areas and smaller towns. He believes prohibition may spread nationwide despite his reservations about city enforcement.
The piece traces Philippine ethnography from Malayo-Indian roots to Moros and Igorots, noting extensive tribal variety, varied literacy, and US governance aims. It discusses population groups, education efforts, and cultural contrasts between Christianized and non Christian tribes, with references to Manila scenes and American officials.
More than 200 poor children from the 141 area were taken to Culoule Beach yesterday by the Associated Charities. Finbert Jones, secretary, organized the excursion with Colonal Beach Company support. Dinner was served on the boat before returning, and the event marked the second such outing this summer. Further trips are planned for the remainder of the month and September to benefit needy children districtwide.
Justice Gould denies petition to set aside the sale of the Sanitary Grocery stores and finds the sale well conducted with a high price. The stores are under Semmes Aell Company and multiple creditors contest the petition in bankruptcy. A receiver in equity is asked to show cause why the sale should not be set aside.
Dennis Brown, longtime associate of a local real estate firm, died yesterday following a brief illness described as a severe attack of typholifers. A native of Stantr, he had overseen building erections and had been connected with Laebermar & awn for many years.
The message lists assignments for engineers and medical reserve units during maneuvers. It names officers Capt William T Cleland Capt James Moore Major Herbert McTo rd and others, organizing duties at multiple locations including Boston and Monroe for survey work and temporary curve demonstrations.
Orders assign several officers including Commander Len, Bowen, Murphy, Cunner, and Murphy to various duties. Medical staff assign surgeons and machinist roles with hospital placements and duty rosters. Names, ranks, and unit tasks appear in fragmented OCR text with multiple probable misspellings and unclear locations.
Fragmentary OCR text lists numerous proper nouns and locations such as Ava Vessels, Provincetown, New York, Olympia, Gloucester, and Chicago. It reads like a jumble of names, ships, and places with no coherent event or outcome stated.
The article notes nominations for SUN and related committees, listing several individuals and teams. It references committee actions, regional electors, and possible ballot considerations with mentions of local organizations and polling timing.
The dedication ceremony for the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Snows will be held in praise of the Lateran dedication. A solemn Mass will be celebrated at 8 o clock in German City with visitors expected from nearby areas. The Washington Post reports on the event and related observances.
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