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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1908
Page
2
The article recounts a Senate inquiry into naval armor belt design turret construction and ammunition hoists. Admiral Converse faces questions about contributors to criticism of the navy and the board’s unanimous approval of certain designs.
Fragmented OCR suggests inquiry into naval measures with references to Senatorial figures Martin Perlin Gallinger and Renterdahl. Mentions a secretary Vetcale and a general board, plus interrogatories about information given to writers criticizing naval conduct. Commander III declines further discussion.
A nine year old girl writes to the Joint Finance Committee asking for help for the poor, urging citizens to contribute to the Associated Charities. The letter accompanies a list of donors and donations received at 11 G Street, including many individuals pledging various amounts to support the cause.
In a government suit against Standard Oil to annul its charter, witness W Bolte of the National Petroleum Association testified that current rates were chaotic and slanted against petroleum products. He said independent refiners benefited from rate reductions after a prorating scheme, as railroads favored Middle West to New England shipments.
Funeral services for Mrs Sibhey Monroe Porter, longtime nurse who died at 618 Naneteenth Street, will be held at Saint Walliam Coc chapel, 782 Pennsylvania Avenue, this morning. Interment at Arlington will follow. Porter served in the U S Army Nurses Corps during the Civil War era and earlier conflicts, living to about seventy years old and remembered among wartime relief workers and veterans groups.
Secretary Taft presided a conference at a residence where final details of Cuban concession contracts were settled. Attendees included Gov Morgan of Cuba, Enoch Crowder legal adviser, Brig Gen Clarence R. and assistant chief Welntyre. Crowder plans a return soon. Wagoon also to depart Washington shortly.
Helena Feb 25 The Montana Supreme Court ruled the state’s sixteen hour work limit for railway employees in the tram service valid and constitutional. The Northern Pacific must pay a $100 fine for the violation as charged by Judge James in this county. The law prohibits workers from exceeding sixteen hours without eight consecutive hours of rest.
At the annual meeting of the Kenesaw Apartment House stockholders held on Monday afternoon officers and directors for the ensuing year were elected. Listed directors include Tobn Bo Henderson John Bo Henderson Pobert Norton M Litthe T puhn CLI Averill George TK Stone and others. The company is incorporated under District of Columbia laws.
The Senate Military Affairs committee, in a two session probe, voted down several Foraker substitutes and backed a Lodge resolution that the Brownsville shooting was done by some soldiers of the Twenty-fifth Infantry. Eight Republicans plus five Democrats supported the finding, while four Republicans and one Democrat opposed. The panel’s majority avoided naming individuals, and the vote foreshadows further Senate action and potential taft alignment signals as reporters await full committee reports.
The Boston Dry Goods House, known as The Boston, celebrates its twenty fifth year in Washington. Woodward & Lothrop, founders Samuel Walter Woodward and Alvin M Lothrop, built a vast department store occupying a full city block. The firm, with offices in Paris and New York, expands yearly via resident buyers and direct imports, shaping a leading national retail enterprise.
President Finley reports failure to reach wage agreement with engineers and shopmen after weeks of talks. He will seek mediation from the Interstate Commerce Commission and Labor Commissioner Neill under the Erdman act, aiming for an amicable settlement amid falling revenue.
At a special meeting on February 24 the Lincoln Memorial Congregational Temple mourned Creely S. Noyes a philanthropist and beloved citizen. Resolutions praised his lifelong fight for Negro rights and justice, noting his newspaper work and steadfast advocacy for all citizens. The members offered sympathy to his family and commended his integrity and service to the community.
Abraham Lincoln Johnson of 1628 C Street Southeast boarded an oyster wharf employee attempting to board a streetcar at Seventh Street and Pennsylvania Avenue yesterday morning. He fell at 1 o clock, was pulled from the ground, and then moved toward the car. A motorman emergency signal stopped the car. Witnesses say Johnson, a colored man, ran from the market corner trying to board the front car, missed the brass rod, and was dragged briefly by the wheel guard. only a slight abrasion under the chin was reported.
Washington Feat Charleston Feb 25 There was a heated session over the mine investigating committee report Dr Mitchell a committee member criticized the department of mines for inaction and energy He sought to withdraw his name to file a minority report The request was denied as out of order A resolution ordered the committee to disclose expenses and to dismiss it Gov Dawson called the mileage and extra pay a graft while John J Cornwell declined to serve saying the commission has no power to investigate or summon witnesses
In Charleston February 2, the Kanawha County Republican committee paused a March 7 gubernatorial primary unless the committee rescinds its call. Charles W. Swisher would be the sole gubernatorial candidate on the ticket. Auditor Schein’s name is excluded. A stormy meeting preceded a decision, with Scherr abstaining from the primary.
In Weesington Virginia February two reports on Judge William Faher of Kristol for the state corporation commission were debated amid a joint assembly session. The majority report urged confirmation, while a minority supplied by Senator Wickham urged against. Debate extended four hours with most speakers backing Faher. Republican lawmakers expected to oppose.
Fayetteville NC February 25 The trial of Solomon Kourey charged with forging his uncle's name to a $600 check sparked a melee when the defense lawyer, angered by a witness insult, kicked the witness chair. Lawyers and many others fought. the complainant was struck with a chair, several others injured, and all participants were arrested as officers restored order.
Thick mud coats autos as the army machine delivering Gen Grant's message reaches Chicago while the American car leads the New York to Paris race. Hobart crews escort, crowds jam the streets, and police clear traffic amid rain as other cars battle Indiana snowdrifts. The Womans Municipal League probes restaurant dishwater cleanliness citing disease fears.
Special to The Washington Post reports Folin King water tender on torpedo boat Biddle was shot by a marine sentry during evasion of arrest at the Norfolk Navy Yard. King attempted to flee, the sentry ordered halt, and King ran. a bullet struck him under the left shoulder. He was taken to the naval hospital and expected to recover. Additional dispatches: court proceedings in Baltimore and Richmond news items follow.
The budget conference between Commissioners and the House Appropriations Committee closed yesterday afternoon over the 13 million dollar matter. Commissioners presented views from citizens groups and from their own, aided by the Board of Education, the Board of Charities, the Washington Playground Association and the District Public Library trustees.
A dizzy uncertain feeling is a result of coffee drinking. Quitting coffee and switching to Postum offers relief. Postum, made from wheat with bran containing phosphate of potash, supports brain and nerve cell replacement. Boil to enjoy the food values and flavor.
Special to The Washing on Fast Asheville NC reports Republican congressional hopeful J J Britt declines to run against Democrat W R Crawford in the Tenth district. The notice also previews the Topahyan Persian rug sale at the Gallery of Foreign Arts on Dupont Circle, running four days from today with 11 am to 5 pm hours.
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