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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1909
Page
20
President Taft selects George A. Carpenter, Cook County Circuit Court justice, for U S district court seat in Illinois. Senate considerations and political friction cited as factors. nominations and diplomatic postings also noted amid broad cabinet appointments and vacancies across federal departments.
A Memphis couple describe a medical plan that led to health gains by stopping coffee and using Postum instead. The husband, once weak and ill, gained weight and improved stomach and heart issues after two years on Postum. The wife notes initial taste issues but later praised Postum as better than coffee and recommends it to friends. A booklet titled The Rosa Wellville is advertised as part of the promotion.
Louis P. Shoemaker is a candidate for District commissioner with Edward A. Newman and Barry Bulkley on the central committee. Secretary to the President Carpenter says resolutions of endorsement will be presented to the President when he is ready to discuss commissioner vacancies and possible government changes in the District. Interstate Commerce Bills dominate agenda as James R. Mann takes chair of the House committee with Col. Hepburn. The panel eyes amendments to the Interstate Commerce Act and a broad package shaped by White House and Attorney General guidance, plus Zone Canal governance, public health, and marine hospital reforms.
Frank B Kellogg likely to seek the United States Senate seat against United States Senator Frank E Clapp of Minnesota after the Standard Oil victory. Kellogg's win strengthens his position as a Roosevelt ally while party factions shift, signaling a lively pre holiday campaign and possible gubernatorial implications for Gov. Eberhart.
House committee on election of President Vice President and representatives in Congress considers changing inauguration date from March 4 to April or May after a severe storm and many deaths highlight the issue Representative Gaines of West Virginia chairs and says hearings will proceed as needed to avoid haste. The subject involves a broad government reorganization and potential term length adjustment.
The Ottawa Journal and other newspapers predict Franklin D Roosevelts selection as president again upon his return, noting trusted interests in the United States boost Taft to block a third term. Vermont reports its navy yard sail to Hampton Roads for winter maneuvers with Atlantic fleet vessels.
Senator Gallinger returns to Washington after a civic tour and says there will be no change in the Senate District Committee policies under his chairmanship. He plans hearings on local matters, discusses a new government form for the District, and favors pension provisions for veterans and a Morrill Act extension to benefit George Washington University.
An analysis of Speaker Joseph Cannon's authority in the House, detailing how constitutional limits clash with party power. It discusses deposing the Speaker, committee appointments, and the balance between theory and practice under U.S. legislative rules.
George Curry, who resigned as New Mexico governor, urges Secretary Bellinger to aid in achieving statehood for the Territory. A census shows a population largely Anglo-Saxon descendants with many Spanielerican citizens loyal to the United States. A proposal recommends creating a new judicial district in the northern Territory to handle growing immigration, which, though smaller in numbers, is more permanent in character.
A report says Charles G Bennett secretary of the Senate sent a letter or communication to enter diplomatic service or for another reason. It was said the letter would be addressed to the Vice President or Senator Hale as chairman of the Republican caucus. No official confirmation. Senator Hale was not in Washington and no letter had been received at his committee room.
Fragmentary notes from a late 19th century campus event describe student authorities urging restraint and cooperation with officers amid protests. The meeting led by Midshipman V. Ix Meyér references plans to curb drunken behavior and admonish misdeeds. The text hints at clashes with authorities and calls for eradicating disruptive conduct among gathered students.
In a compact report the article examines upcoming legislative action in the United States Congress focusing on committee processes and the role of key lawmakers shaping bills. It notes expected votes, procedural steps, and potential party dynamics influencing passage.
Treasury monthly circulation shows $3,424,602,048 in active money, up $712.88 million from last month. Population estimate yields $84.98 per person if circulated funds were divided. total money stock includes gold coin and bullion, standard silver dollars, subsidiary silver, 100 United States notes, and national bank notes.
War Department orders list sixteen commissioned officers from captain through second lieutenant ranks slated for exam for future promotion. Examinations will determine seniority for vacancies, with several officers named including Cro nin, Farnsworth, Gerhardt, Burton, Sheron, Christie, White, Pendatot, Tar-4, Allderdee, Michueh Bi Sixisenin, James, Halle, Lindsey, Bueller, Tint, Hofmann and others from the Twenty-Fifth to Eighth, Sixteenth, Nineteenth and Fourth Infantry regiments.
Captain Hagoot reports to the general staff on funds and plans for enlarging and improving the United States Military Academy facilities. He notes proposed authorization of a seven and a half million dollar appropriation and gradual upgrades to accommodate cadets, with action by Congress and input from Senator Warren and Mr. Hint.
An advertisement extols Papa's Diapepsin as a quick cure for indigestion gas and sour stomach. It claims five features remove dyspeptic trouble, improve appetite, and leave a clean feeling, urging readers to use the cent-sized cases and consult the label for ingredient clarity.
Secretary Meyer of the Navy in a report to the President recommends constructing two all big gun battleships and a repair ship while keeping navy yards on the Southern coast. He opposes full government construction of ships but favors a naval reserve and a naval militia plan. He warns costs exceed current appropriations and calls for new legislation to reorganize the Navy Department and yards.
The Navy Department posts notice of annual physical examinations for naval officers seeking promotion to the next grade. The order requires officers to undergo the required test within a specified period after the due date, with the department to set the schedule in line with existing law.
Fragmentary army orders list colonels majors and captains with dates in January. Abolished leaves include Col Robart Evans and Col Charles Mortet with transfers to various infantry and artillery units. Several officers are reassigned or extended in service terms amid a broader reshuffle.
Orders to naval officers note arrival movements of units and personnel. Vague place names appear as Hampton Honda Cases turmet ptrandx Vensal Brad gura New Jersey Tempkinarile Wagia Bloefaid and routes from Quastanatin Charlesion ArmAgolth and Charleston toward Port L3 tmant Llanaieh Narteth tor.
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