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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1923
Page
15
A collage of political jabs and society quips from a 1920s page, referencing Oregon Republicans, the bonus bill clash, La Follette, and social vignettes. It notes a string of sharp political dents, misfires, and sly remarks about public figures, culture, and rumors. The piece also mentions German finance turmoil and a court page update on naval oil reserves.
Gov. Ritchie declines to establish coal distribution machinery in Maryland citing cost and extra offices. He says regulation by Pennsylvania's Pinchot plan is adequate and not warranted to create a Maryland state regulatory commission.
An unsigned pamphlet titled Sour Grapes alleged a small group of Georgetown University professors aimed to seize control of the university. Officials plan to forward the matter to the Post Office Department for possible prosecution if the pamphlet was mailed. President Lewis and Dr Howard J Hodgkins noted some statements echoed facts. the university confirms salary advances to many faculty, as policy.
Senate debates a Lodge backed print of David Jayne Hill’s critique of the world court aligning with the League of Nations. The dispute signals a split between conservatives and radicals as party lines weaken over railroads and the Smith/Cummins contest for Interstate Commerce Chair.
The tomb of Turenkhamur at Luxor awaits progress as experts from Carre and Egyptology figures Pierre Lacau and Alan Gardiner join the expedition. Howard Carter, head of the team, was slightly indisposed today and no work began on the tomb.
Secretary of State Charles Hughes at a meeting in Cincinnati is urged to aid in commuting Griffis sentence. Hoover Griffis of Hamilton was convicted of attempting to kidnap Grover Cleveland Bergdall an American draft evader and sentenced to 21 months in prison.
A Navy tug rescued 11 missing hunters after a search that began near San Clemente Island about 60 miles from their reported location. Details were sparse but the crew confirmed the missing party was safe tonight via radio. The rescue stemmed from a prior expedition to the remote area and involved air and sea coordination.
Senators Mehkinteys Rep Ttneta and Harrison pressed colleagues yesterday to restore the Senate masseur position in the baths. An attendant had served there for years but the post was cut last summer amid economy moves.
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