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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
36
A chaotic House session predicts Speaker Cannon reshaping standing committees for the Sixty-first Congress. Frontrunners and supporters clash over committee assignments as partisan maneuvering intensifies, with details of rival nominations and possible shifts in chairmanships.
A German report on wages dominates the senate desk discussion as lawmakers debate pay scales and labor terms. The lengthy document, spanning multiple pages, shapes the tone of the session and outlines proposed reforms and contentious points among parties.
Fragmented OCR text shows discussion of tariff legislation and proposals. Mentions supporters and opponents, veteran and gray areas, and possible actions in Congress. No clear events, dates, or named organizations readable enough to confirm specifics.
A garbled OCR note alleges a sinking incident linked to Rostidey and a crew action. The fragment mentions penalties and a founder, with references to newspapers and a cor rupt source.
The national congress of Colombia appointed Valencia to the unexpired term of Gen Rafael Love who resigned. Valencia, former president of a coalition in 1906, became chief executive for an extended period, amid revolutionary unrest said to have originated in Barranquilla. He moved to Bogota with government officials as uprisings were suppressed and the Barranquilla movement was crushed.
A garbled OCR-style roster lists numerous senators and representatives from states including Massachusetts Michigan Georgia Nevada Missouri Virginia South Dakota and Oklahoma with misspellings and inconsistent titles. The fragmentary text reads like a congress listing many individuals such as Lodge Newland Burke Martin Foster and Stevens but contains numerous errors and unclear roles.
President plans to remain in Beverly awaiting a concurrent resolution before signing the tariff bill. Democratic leaders including Smith of Michigan and Tawney push action as furniture shipments to Beverly arrive for the executive's anticipated departure. The White House offices will be staffed, and diplomacy centers around pending Senate decisions and potential cabinet involvements.
The House adopted the conference report on the urgent deficiency appropriation bill after a lengthy debate. The measure provides 1.1 million dollars for pay and expenses, including 12 thousand dollar automo bile purchases for the Speaker and the Vice President, and tightens bonding company charges. The customs court provision was cut out, and many amendments were agreed to, detailing foreign trade funds, tax collection, and various district projects. Debate centered on the auto provisions and the fate of the customs court, with opposition citing cost and necessity.
The court voided the Lexington election citing improper police activity and irregular registration. Democrats appealed while Republicans failed to prove victory, alleging fraud and improper redistricting and intimidation during registration.
A Japanese striker named Ciat Lo Mori, identified as an assailant in a local paper, was selected by lot to assassinate Sheba editor of Shimpo after attempting to stab Bometara Sheba. Police pursue a theory that the plan formed at a meeting of alrikera on Moi dus Mc. Mori admits intent to kill the editor for opposing the movement for higher wages and declares him an enemy to his race.
The plea of Rabbi Wolsey of Cleveland Ohio saved Lich Guttnick from deportation for tuberculosis. He was directed to an institution for treatment by Secretary Mazel of the Department of Commerce and Labor. Jewish societies agreed to cover expenses. if Guttnuch recovers he may remain in the United States.
Reports from New York detail threats against a Chinese interpreter aiding police in Elste Sigel's murder probe. At a habeas hearing for Chung Sin Leong Ling, Justice Brady upheld the writ but Chung Bin remained in detention. A separate inquest heard Chang, accused of murder in the death of Dr Luk Wing, the Chinese vice consul, and was recommitted to prison awaiting action.
Annual Review by the International Bureau highlights Asia sector, industrial and educational gains, commercial progress, and governmental will in Latin America, noting widespread excitement and growing attention from observers, investors, and officials.
The cutter service marked its 119th anniversary established in 1790 by Alexander Hamilton. Vessels manned at noon and deck ceremonies featured ship captains recounting the service history, with flags, bunting, and a day of athletic events and boat races. Treasury officials congratulated Capt Commandant Worth G Troat at the service office.
At the Old Engine House the Association of Oldest Inhabitants presented a life size portrait of former president J Edward Tibbetts. Mrs Cabey authorized the gift through Jonathan Catholl, with remarks by Luthel and Sugamted urging a reform of the association for wives. Members praised Tibbetts’s service as others lauded community growth in Washington.
The legislature moves to repeal the old blue laws that restricted entertainment and Sunday activities, including prohibitions on public amusements and certain gatherings. The reform targets a broad range of moral and social restrictions, aiming to loosen Sunday prescriptions and align with general welfare considerations.
An article reports that Police Lieutenant Kulne had charges dismissed by Commissioner Baler, finding he had already been punished for disobedience. The case involved alleged police persecution of George Doty and connections to the Jenkins Trust Company incident.
Detail emerges on Trent James Sutton death as relatives plan testimony. Military witnesses, including Lieut Riley and Marine officers, face potential cross examination. Mrs Sutton and daughter prepared to testify fully after personal inquiry into the officer involved shooting. The investigation continues with defense and complainant positions set, amid tense public interest.
Chicago August 4 Cardinal Gibbons head of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States and a strong temperance supporter said total abstinence would be impracticable in Chicago and other large cities. He warned revoking licenses could spur surreptitious liquor sales while endorsing the movement that aims for nationwide prohibition and spreading to rural areas and smaller towns.
The piece surveys the diversity of Philippine peoples from Cebu to Panay and the Igorot, Moros, and Visayans. It notes American efforts to educate and civilize, the challenge of forging a single nation from distinct tribes, and early initiatives to improve living conditions, promote industry, and integrate non Christian groups under American oversight.
Tomorrow America in the Philippines reports on a charitable boat outing by the Associated Charities for over 200 needy children of the district. Finbert Jones oversees the excursion with Colonial Beach Company arranging access, meals served aboard, and orderly delivery to the destination. Further outings are planned through September to provide more youths with similar day trips.
Justice Gould denied the petition to set aside the sale of the Sanitary Grocery Company store, praising the process as fair and without collusion. The grocery storeship belonged to Semmes Allen Co and several creditors, with the receiver and Equity Court to review why the sale should not be set aside.
Dennis Brown, longtime real estate associate with Laebermar & Co., died yesterday following a brief illness described as a severe typhoid fever attack. A native of Stantr, he had supervised building erections and was tied to various local projects. The report notes his short illness and sudden death, with colleagues mourning his loss.
Army orders detail commanders and engineers assigned for field maneuvers near Boston, with a plan to relieve and rotate engineer corps. It lists officers responsible for surveying land references and temporary duty related to a demonstration interval, with instructions on appearances before boards and stations.
Orders to naval officers list commissions to several lieutenants and surgeons to duty at naval hospital and training depots. Includes names like Leon Enson Bowen Murphy Cunnee Lapafield and others. Mentions machinist, hospital care, and treatment at New York hospital facilities.
Fragmentary text lists numerous surnames and places such as Provincetown New York Olympia Harford Gloutester and Goatan along with several personal names. No coherent event or outcome is discernible from the mangled OCR snippet.
A fragmented OCR passage lists nominations and committee names tied to a US representative race. It mentions candidates, a committee, and references to a team or group events with unclear details and several garbled names.
A dedication service marks the sanctuary of Our Lady of the Snows with a Mass at 8 oclock in the morning. The event honors the Lateran dedication and draws visitors from nearby areas, including the German Chic and Washington Poet circles.
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