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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1909
Page
12
The report covers Representative Thmks labeling the Speaker as a benevolent despot while advocating for committees to name their own chairmen. The scene and debate on House power, while heated, reflect long-standing tensions amid calls for reform and restraint in wielding legislative authority.
An advertisement extols a healthy lifestyle centered on regular meals and prudent eating. It promotes Stuart Dyspepsia tablets as a cure for stomach issues and urges readers to obtain a free trial by mailing their name and address to the Stuart Co.
The Senate adopted roao utes calling for a report from the Immigration committee and prepared to act on an appropriation bill in executive session. The treaty with Great Britain was ratified. House actions included a resolution on Secretary of State duties and Knoa's eligibility. Debates covered fortifications funding, Speaker power, and Panama charges as the House recessed until 11 o'clock.
There was no meeting of the House District committee yesterday because a quorum could not be formed. The next committee meeting is set for February 26. The Senate District committee meets at 10:30 AM to decide on reporting Senator Gallinger's gag bill after hearing the subcommittee on public utilities report.
The House committee on military affairs recommended passing a bill to alter the War Department record of John E. Layne Company G nineteenth regiment three first to read Discharged for services incurred in line of duty instead of discharged by favor President Roosevelt opposed the change warning of a bad precedent. The committee argues Layne should be eligible for a pass in the cut sorties despite the current war record. The bill will be amended to declare Layne eligible for appointment regardless of War Department records.
Senator Gary of South Carolina urged a full investigation and proposed a resolution seeking a complete report on the immigration commission. He charged high expenditures and questioned salaries and attendance, while Senator Bailey and others pressed for clarity amid a broader critique of immigration enforcement and commission composition. The debate highlighted concerns over the commission’s personnel and payroll, and called for detailed disclosures.
Senate commerce committee yesterday advanced a House bill mandating wireless telegraphy on Ocean Steamers. The panel weighed monopoly risks and pressed for compulsory interexchange of distress messages between US wireless firms on different ships, to be decided by the ship master.
Senator McCumber reported the pension appropriation measure to the Senate after post office bill passage. The House consolidation provision was dropped. the bill totals 160.902 million dollars, down from last year's 168.14 million by 7.238 million. A net decrease of 15,664 names occurred in the pension roll over the past year despite new additions.
A tense legislative session wrestled with secretary of state salary and Knox eligibility. Conferees were authorized to consider changes as if in disagreement, while Representative Fitzgerald blasted the Rules Committee, calling it overbearing and unconstitutional. The day ended with roll calls and a move to force the previous question.
The Senate ratified the Newfoundland Fisheries Treaty with Great Britain and adopted a resolution stating the treaty excludes any questions about the Bay of Fundy or innocent passage through the Gut of Canso. The special agreement sends fisheries disputes to the Permanent Court of Arbitration at The Hague. The Senate also authorized a military affairs committee to inspect U.S. military posts to determine needed legislation.
A local store advertises a sudden piano clearance with steep cuts from regular prices. The seller touts high quality at a fraction of usual cost, urging customers to compare values and note flexible payment terms as they must close out immediately.
In a heated Senate exchange Senator Penrose accuses Wisconsin’s senator of missing committee meetings on census claims pensions and Indian affairs and delaying business. La Follette defends his attendance and asserts his right to speak on legislation amid cross accusations and a point of order over railroads pay provisions and an experimental parcels system.
A bill introduced by Rep Caulfield of Missouri authorizes district commissioners to designate residential streets or parts as distinct from commercial areas and to ban business houses. An advisory board of two architects and a landscape gardener would guide the rules, with court involvement for designations and damages assessments for property owners. Violations carry fines from 1000 to 10000 dollars per offense. A separate measure by Rep Ransdell of Louisiana would fund a statue of Father Stafford at Eleventh and Twelfth streets with a 100 dollar site preparation appropriation.
Boston February 18 striking hatters returned to work as Lamson and Hubbard Company withdraws from the National Hat Makers Association by dissolution and transfers all property. The Lamson and Hubbard Company formed days ago under Massachusetts law establishes a union shop and accepts the union terms. About 200 men are affected.
Representative Denby of Michigan demanded proofs for charges against Obaldia and others tied to Panama canal affairs during a forts bill debate. Rainey, arriving late, urged Denby to withdraw Obaldia’s eulogy and vowed a Panama matter speech next week with purported proofs. Denby, a Roosevelt appointee to value canal lands, spoke from personal Canal Zone observations.
The army appropriation bill reported to the Senate increases to 1025 090, about 4 783 060 above House passage. Key rises cover enlisted and officer pay, longevity, retired personnel, encampments, barracks, transportation, and overseas posts including Alaska and distant islands. a reduction of 800 for Philippine barracks stands. An amendment allows West Point cadets to attend Taft's inaugural ceremonies.
Senate Democrats plan to present Vice President Fairbanks with a $590 loving cup as a token of esteem from members across parties. The project aims to show appreciation for his fair rulings and efforts to reduce friction by referring questions to the Senate. Senator Daniel of Virginia to deliver the presentation speech.
In a House speech yesterday Mr Hobson of Alabama accused Ambassador O Brien at Tokyo of backing a petition allowing Japanese to sell liquor in San Francisco without a license. He cited five regulars in the hauxar business, all said to be Japanese males, and attacked broader claims about liquor licensing.
The House committee on patents backed a general copyright bill extending protection to 38 years with a 98 year renewal. The measure, reported unanimously, preserves rights while allowing mechanical uses under set terms. It covers the use of compositions on mechanical instruments and sets renewal provisions, reflecting ongoing protections in the Sixtieth Congress.
The House considers a bill to transfer the 7.212 acre Andersonville prison site in Georgia to the federal government. The Grand Army of the Republic donated the ground to the Woman’s Relief Corps, which proposes creating a national park. The Senate has already passed the measure.
Captain Fritz Duquesne profiles Roosevelt's East Africa hunt in a serialized feature. Duquesne, a seasoned Boer hunter, describes the veldt and jungle game, presenting the West’s first magazine excerpt of Roosevelt's planned safari with vivid, ambitious detail.
Hampton's Magazine teasers showcase Vance Thompson's On the Trail of the Ghost with a psychic phenomenon theory, a lurid Black Patch tobacco war case, Fighting Bob Evans as a patriotic force, La Follette senate sketch, Wall Street gambling fears, Rex Beach's The Silver Horde, and short pieces by noted authors.
Conferees from the two houses will work to harmonize penal law amendments after both chambers passed similar measures. The discussed topics include interstate shipment of liquored goods and codification of federal penal statutes. Quorum issues blocked MecGall’s capital punishment amendment earlier. Senate confirmations include Barbdian for Porto Rico executive council, Lindsay for Hawaii circuit court, and Wilder for Hawaii supreme court.
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