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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1909
Page
26
Readable fragments describe wireless messages between servicemen and sweethearts as ships gather near the Pacific and Atlantic routes. Sailors and officers, including Admiral and port officials, await news with wives and families traveling to meet admirals and the fleet.
The Midshipman Martin to ashore tomorrow around six, followed by a marriage ceremony two hours later. The fleet prepares for a grand homeward run with auxiliary ships like Panther and Yankton in the line, and the Panther earns praise as a guardian of the fleet while the Ajay and other colliers arrive. A pay day awaits sailors in port with gold coins to be distributed upon arrival. The Sph, Onella, and Worden patrol the anchorage as authority figures assemble aboard for reviewing and ceremonies.
The text argues Congress cut secret service powers, hindering crime enforcement. It notes DOJ must build its own detective force, relies on former secret service officers, and urges transferring Chief Wilkie to lead a new DOJ secret service. The committee supports a DOJ spy system as a solution to preserve law enforcement efficacy.
A mixed report shows Senator Hemenway citing government secret service staff of over 3000, with claims of a trebling since McKinley’s era, while others argue fewer than 4000 now and about $20 million spent annually. Separate item details Moeline Bryant, 32, jailed after a Third Street incident with Harry Owens a taxi driver, alleged umbrella assault near Massachusetts Avenue, with Bryant denying charges. Also notes taxi firm executives say no strike impact and workers may return if wages rise, while drivers debate wage scales and job security.
The excerpt argues against exaggerations of secret service expansion, detailing actual staffing and funding shifts. It cites figures, court actions, and formal letters showing how agents assisted land fraud and timber cases under Justice and Interior oversight, asserting the need for emergency secret service tools.
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