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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1908
Page
20
Fragmentary OCR records show a Senate committee on appropriations authorizing inquiries into all federal employees paid from indefinite or general appropriations. The discussion covers powers to compel witnesses, administer oaths, and report findings, with partisan debate over language and the President’s message.
A passage warns that appointing a regent would threaten the crown, arguing strong restraint against insulting the parliament. The regulation passed without a roll call or dissent, and the appropriations committee is set to review the issue with a subcommittee to be named by Chairman Hale.
Theodore Roosevelt proposes to Africa with his son to collect big and small mammals and birds for the National Museum. He asks for field taxidermists to accompany him and arrange transport of specimens, a plan the Smithsonian board considers favorably.
A street car collided with a funeral procession on H Street between Second and Third NW, toppling the hearse and injuring driver Jerry Thompson. The coffin for Thomas D Welch was moved to another hearse and services at St Dominics Church proceeded about 11 o'clock.
Committee considers altering lights and decor along major avenues for Inauguration night. Bernard Green reports aim to reduce glare with toned displays and possible exclusive privilege for the event. Thomas I Morgan notes many participants from United German Societies and Americas Club of Pittsburgh will join the parade.
President Roosevelt plans to urge Congress to abolish the three-commission system in Washington and appoint one executive head, chosen by the President, to run the District. The recommendation follows a thorough investigation by James Bronson Reynolds and broad consultation with Washington figures. Supporters expect quick action in both houses, while some Senate opponents warn hearings and detailed studies before any bill.
Noted in New York article, Roosevelt expresses pleasure at the exchange of university professors between the United States and Denmark. Strandvold of Nordstyset notes the move reflects strong US Scandinavian ties and hopes for steady growth in scholarly exchanges. The letter emphasizes citizenship qualities and anticipated public interest.
A historical advertisement touts Hood’s Shrasparill as a medicine with over twenty ingredients said to improve blood, stomach, liver, and overall health. It claims cures for scrofula eczema anemia catarrh nervous debility and loss of appetite plus a general build up of the system. It offers liquid and chocolate tablet forms named Sarsatahe.
William Phillips appointed chief assistant secretary of state to replace Horace G Knowles. Huntington Wilson of Illinois named minister to Roumania and Servia, with Bulgaria diplomatic agent. Willard D Straight to remain temporarily in charge of Eastern affairs. Broad reordering of Balkan diplomacy anticipated as Secretary Root sees growth in American trade and possible separate ministers for each Balkan nation.
Pulmonary tuberculosis caused 14 deaths in the District during the week ending Saturday, the Health Officer’s report shows. Heart diseases claimed 11 lives and rheumatism 9. total deaths numbered 97, down from the prior week and last year. Infectious diseases improved with fewer diphtheria and scarlet fever cases. two stalls note no stalloo. There were 139 births, including 8 white and 51 colored.
Mi and Mrs Hulflah with their daughter Mary were riding Sunday afternoon when horses took fright. Howard H Hulfish tried to calm them. the carriage passed over him and Mrs Hulfish was thrown. She died at Sibley Hospital after an operation. She was 47 and survived by her husband and five children.
Weather Bureau reports unsettled conditions in the west with stationary storms in the plateau and a secondary system in the Middle States. Rain or snow is expected in northern and central regions with fair southern weather and a general cooling trend. California coast storm warnings persist while European-bound steamers anticipate northwest winds and mild conditions at Grant Banks.
Officials deny wholesale desertions from the battleship New Hampshire at the Brooklyn navy yard. They say ten to twelve men left, not hundreds, with about 10 of 42 men lost in three months in New York. Also notes Dick Robo of Peoria being sold to Atlanta, and his strong hitting and fielding record.
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