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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1908
Page
6
President Havenner declares the cost of composition has risen nearly 40 percent and the public printer admits higher prices. He says real prices were not previously known. The report notes the higher expense affecting government printing and public accounts.
A report cites a cost jump in government printing with embossing paper at $410 per thousand versus $200 previously, and a 51 percent cost rise for patent specifications while patent numbers grew 18 percent. An expert inquiry by Mr Havenner and others proposes a committee of practical printers to study costs and methods across departments to curb expenses.
Subcommittee hearings investigated the Suffolk Supply Campaign and Suffolk Distributing Company regarding contracts issued by the Government Printing Office. Frederick Alfred of Brooklyn and William A Root of Washington testified, with Alfred stating his company’s president oversees operations as the audit continues.
A jumbled Washington summary describes Senate actions on a bill to encourage Afghan holdings and a resolution regarding the assassination of a king. It notes the Senate noon meeting, mentions figures from Michigan New York and Roosevelt era politics, and reports a general pension bill increasing veterans pensions by 12 million dollars. Also covered are hearings on cost systems for the Government Printing Office and related suppliers with testimonies about bids and audit systems.
The Central Labor Coalition committees plan to present charges against Public Inter Shillings for Molating the eight hour lay and for potentially overnme the discharge of former Linton soldiers from the Government Printing Office. The action, approved after the excenthe sesinn, seeks an order from President Roosevelt this week. Evidence addition was reported, and the committee members expressed confidence in an fimesteution order. Public Printer reportedly issued an order limiting hours and forcing workers to carry out the policy for three days, which failed to pass, prompting union complaints. The central body also discussed government actions impacting labor unions and potential damages in wage disputes, with a plan for Ithes Cary and Weermott to address the Central Tabert Tabet Tuesday. Minutes honored the late Jamies Veeney of the Dockbinders Union.
A conference of Democratic Senators discussed currency reform and the shift from bank notes to treasury notes. Bailey defended a firm stance opposing last minute changes and urged united debate to present a solid minority position.
Senate appropriations committee reports an urgency deficiency bill with a total district increase of 358,078.87. It includes 112,000 for furnishing the new municipal building, 25,000 for compulsory education, and reimbursements to Columbus Hospital, with other department boosts and a provision on district expenses in the Hyde Diamond trial.
Secretary Taft meets with Hale, Vrye, and Lodge to discuss transporting materials for the Panama Canal. A proposed amendment would buy two American vessels. the plan faces committee rejection and awaits reintroduction via a joint resolution.
The General National Guard bill and Ames bill reorganizing the District of Columbia militia were reviewed by the House Committee of Witla. A five member subcommittee will examine constitutionality of disputed provisions on militia service outside U S borders. A hearing is set for Thursday at 10 with Gen Harries and Col Brett appearing. The Ames bill is expected to be favorably reported to the House.
A House resolution calls a commission to inquire into charges against Western Union and Postal Telegraphs. It seeks government action to appoint a vice president and investigates alleged trade restraint and mail telegrams during a recent telegraphers strike. Commission life is sixty days with powers similar to the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Mr Hale, speaking before the Committee on Appropriations, criticized executive departments for spending beyond appropriations. He noted a deficiency total of 2,468,403 and vowed to curb repeated overspending by ensuring departments submit estimates that match authorized funds and avoid separate reimbursement requests.
The House District Committee considered a universal transfer plan tied to five cent fares and a ticket option at Union Station. Gen George Harries urged faster car expansion and higher funding, while the subcommittee proposed extending tracks and different transfer rules. The panel weighed costs and stalled on a final decision.
Representative Tawney, chair of the Appropriations Committee, reintroduces a bill to tax prize coupons with cigars, tobacco packages, and snuff. The move targets the tobacco trust to curb prize giving that allegedly stifles independent tobacco men. previously passed the House in the 55th Congress, failed in the Senate, and was shelved in the 57th Congress.
The Agriculture Committee released a report on animal damage to crops and property, noting that rodents and pests cause substantial losses nationwide. Statistics indicate the annual cost exceeds a large sum, with ongoing discussions for remedies. A separate item mentions a bill to admit seven Filipinos to the United States.
A legislative debate centers on a resolution by Senator Selon disapproving and declaring not in effect certain laws enacted to require injured plaintiffs to file affidavits and present witnesses within three months of injury. The judiciary committee reviews the measure and its implications.
Senator Piles urged passage of the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition bill at Seattle to develop Pacific coast commerce and showcase Northwest resources. He said foreign exhibits on Pacific nations would boost US trade with Asia and South America and noted Washington state contributions to the project.
A bill introduced by Senator Clapp proposes sequestering all funds from the sale of government lands outside the Irrigation act into a drainage fund. The plan authorizes the Interior Secretary to loan these funds to states counties and corporations for swamp land reclamation. Repayment is in ten annual installments ensuring no project uses funds beyond ten years. The measure is backed by Senators Flint and ity mer.
The House approved the Sulloway bill to raise widows of honorably discharged soldiers to 12 dollars a month, boosting annual expenditure by 12,741 dollars. Underwood of Alabama led a supportive speech as attendance surged and applause rang out. the measure drew backing from Dixon Indiana Heckney Missouri Clark Sparkman Ansberry Fuller Langley Chaney Keifer Gardner Hughes Gaines Cole and Bonynes.
Representative Hull introduces a bill to enforce the 1849 income tax law and seeks Supreme Court review of key constitutional questions. The measure aims to tax income from state and city bonds while preserving other provisions. Democratic support and presidential favor are noted as part of the push.
President Rogosveit sent the special committee of investigation report on Goldfield labor troubles to the House in response to a resolution. Assistant Secretary Latta appeared in the chamber and announced a written message from the President, triggering laughter and applause from Democrats. Representative Sulzer of New York was congratulated by colleagues.
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