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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
A Chicago resident reports a lost jewel valued at 2500 dollars and requests clues about a small, diamond brooch called Tae ta. Authorities urge observers to share any sightings and describe the item.
The House planned Monday sessions on the omnibus and a postal savings bank issue. Mr Lodge signaled a Brownsville affair talk on Wednesday. An executive session approved treaties, desertion penalties, and Inland Naval aid adjustments. Townsend bill debate on labor dispute commission occupied most of the day. Former Rep Henry Warthingtay fainted in the chamber. Proceedings to resume at noon.
President pushes a $3,000,000 highway project from the White House to Gettysburg. He urges funding to improve Lincoln road access. The proposal accompanies a civil service reform measure and a river boat regulation push. Sims backs a weapons ban as part of the broader agenda.
A Senate bill authorizes the Interstate Commerce Commission to fix reasonable rates for DC public service firms including telephone electric light and gunsight companies to regulate unlawful discrimination. The measure would empower the ICC to establish rules enforcement with appeals to higher courts but not suspend rates. opposition cites potential confiscation and delays for the DC area.
Senate held a brief session to consider an omnibus bill tax and postal measures. Senator West Wolesing planned to speak on the Shrewsville bill authorizing three hundred soldiers discharged after service. The Senate adjourned in respect for Rep Charles Dunwell of New York.
The Treasury Secretary informed the House about funds for buying eight miles of railway from Fenissirenia to the Washington navy yard at 297 683 dollars. The decision contrasts with Jesuvivanta road’s refusal to bid on the project and hints at Congress backing a transfer to the navy yard for freight purposes.
A political gathering hosted by Johnsons manager drew guests including John Sharp, Williems, Clark Repro, Maan of Buffalos, Henry Sblivton of Texas, and Fred B Lymn. The event, at 4 est State Stnuor Pal We, aimed to boost Gov John Johnson of Monaceti as the Democratic presidential candidate.
Munyon's Cold Remedy relieves head throat and lungs almost immediately. Checks fevers stops discharges of the nose takes away aches and pains caused by colds. It cures grip and obstinate cough and prevents pneumonia sold by all druggists 25c.
The Senate committee on interstate commerce will report before the holidays on a measure to authorize the commission to suspend tariffs and investigate freight rate reasonableness upon complaint. Lumber dealers backed it from the West, but no committee action occurred, and Senator Multon urged discharge to bring it to the Senate. The committee will act next week.
Insurgent Republicans in the House plan to form a campaign strategy at a meeting tonight. Key demands include transferring committee appointment power to a steering committee, reserving a calendar review period, and expanding the rules committee from five to fifteen members. Rep Gardner of Massachusetts presides, with expected support from Townsend Michigan Hayes California Copet Wisconsin and Murdoch Massachusetts.
Article blends medical quackery with sensational claims. It touts Fulton’s Renal Compound for kidney recovery and casts, then shifts to a sensational note about a pastor claiming to move travelers around the world in 24 hours by standing above the earth, seeking $100 for the invention.
The session features Senate bills to authorize the Interstate Commerce Commission to fix rates for public service corporations in the District and prohibit discrimination. House measures include creating the American Institute for Drug Proving, funding Lincoln Memorial Highway construction from the White House to Gettysburg, regulating river tug and steamer smokestack heights, criminalizing certain weapons in the District, and granting a six month salary to the Capitol police widow of NJ Field.
An obscure report outlines changes in leadership and organization within a New York based political group, mentioning Vice President, a battlefield park commission, and various officials. The text references a tentative reorganization, upcoming dates, and implied procedural steps, with unclear names and places due to OCR issues.
New Yorkers organize a proposed statewide waterways association to push Congress for river and harbor improvements. A preliminary committee led by Meney WHA and chaired by Buffalo’s Pauché Cullinin will present New York needs to Congress, urging federal support for inland waterway development and related commerce. The group includes Oswess, Spratt, Tom Mewes, Ward, Stephens, and others.
A late 19th century Virginia assembly forms committees to bolster river improvements and public works. Key figures include Huestenday, James B. Chaments of Alexandria, and W Blvins of Richmond. The report outlines priorities, member elections, and executive leadership for ongoing infrastructure and river projects.
A delegation of businessmen and lawmakers discussed the Lakes to the Gulf water project at a recent convention. Senator Bryan supported the plan, urging bipartisan backing and a committee review before possible funding steps.
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