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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1911
Page
9
A formal board report details the USS Maine explosion at Havana on February 15, attributing the blast to an external coal bunker ignition near the 6 inch reserve magazine between frames 8 and 31 on the port side. The investigation confirms the initial detonation triggered a broader explosion of forward magazines, shaping subsequent naval inquiries.
The House committee on public buildings and grounds approved a plan to prepare a public buildings bill, potentially adding about 40 million dollars to outlays. Democrats faced Republican charges of treasury raids as House leaders urged restraint while some Democrats pushed for district benefits and reelection prospects.
Detroit, Dec 14 Norman E Mack Democratic national committee chairman urged readiness to win the next presidential election through constructive legislation not GOP errors in Washington He praised progress in Washington and urged a law clarifying Sherman Act to protect big and small businesses without harm to the latter.
A lively session saw a favorable committee report on the treaty termination and a Senate inquiry into the Los Angeles Soldiers' Home. Brandeis spoke on antitrust policy while Lorimer hearings continued. The House tackled steel trust pacts with Southern Railway, and an omnibus public buildings bill moved forward amid leadership opposition. The eight hour law extended to all government contract work. adjournment came at 4:42 pm with a short recess honoring Sydenham Ancona.
Senator Bristow pressed for a report on a DC primaries bill that would elect delegates to the national convention and instruct how to vote. Gallinger promised to trace the measure and inform Bristow of its status after consulting the District commissioners.
President Taft plans to remain neutral in the Barnes dispute as he accepts a Brooklyn Young Republican Club invitation. He may cancel to avoid signaling support, while Southern corn growth prizes and Indian bureau reform rise in discussions with lawmakers and delegations.
National Committeeman Arthur J Vorys spent a busy day in Washington meeting with Senator Burton and five Ohio Republican House members about the state split. He then went to the White House with Representative Longworth and others. The five Republicans, except perhaps Longworth, fear for their seats. Vorys did not discuss the outcomes. He attended the cabin at dinner that night.
The House debated a bill requiring vessels with wireless telegraphy to carry two operators after Sen. Hitchcock cited Bryan. Hearings began on a bill compensating interstate railroad workers. A public buildings omnibus bill moved forward despite protests. Other actions covered includes eight hour rules for government contracts, rail traffic rate inquiries, and discussions on cotton crop estimates and naval crew needs.
A San Francisco Record brief describes spurmax lotion mixed with hot water and glycerine as a beauty aid for women. It claims to clear pimples blackheads and oiliness, leaving skin soft velvety and refined, and notes the lotion is invisible and long lasting.
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