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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1908
Page
20
A Senate hearing on battleship armor and turret construction reveals unanimity on designations and a two stage ammunition hatch. Admiral Converse defends gear choices, notes improvements in turret safety, and calls Whitehead torpedoes less reliable as lawmakers press for faster, safer outfitting.
A damaged newspaper fragment notes senators questioning naval conduct and a secretary's reply. It mentions Martin Perlin Gallinger and Renterdahl, a potential finding about Gaul, and a refusal to discuss the reply with Lt. Cam slimy, all tied to interrogatories about information given to writers criticizing naval measures.
A fragmented historical letter asks for donations to the Associated Charities and records a long list of donors to the Joint Finance Committee. Names, cities, and small cash amounts appear across a handwritten register of contributions, reflecting a community effort to support the poor.
Testimony in the government case against Standard Oil relates to chaotic pricing in the petroleum industry. National Petroleum Association manager W Bolte of Cleveland says current rates favor New England and discriminate against other commodities, with independent refiners gaining from reduced middle west to New England transport costs.
Funeral services for Mrs Sibhey Monroe Porter a World War nurse who died at her home on 618 Nineteenth Street will be held at the chapel of Wallen Lam Coc 782 Pennsylvania Avenue at 11 oclock this morning The Interment will be at Arlington Mrs Porter entered the United States service as a nurse during the war and was one of the oldest surviving women in the corps She also served during the war with Spain She was about seventy years old and a resident of the Army Nurses Association of 1865 She was a member of Sheridin nps and the Ldnh K Roosevelt Aumary 188 Wo a member of the Theda coss and other patriotic relief groups
Secretary Taft presided over a conference in his residence where final terms of the Cuban concession contracts were decided and signed. Present were Gov Morgan of Cuba, Enoch Crowder legal adviser, Brig Gen Clarence R. Ward, Brig Gen Wong, and others from the Bureau of Insular Affairs. Crowder expects to return soon, and Gov Wagoon will depart Washington in a few days.
Helena Feb 25 The Montana Supreme Court declares the state one sixteen hour limit for railroad tram service workers valid and constitutional The Northern Pacific faces a $100 fine for violations The law requires employees not to work more than sixteen hours without eight consecutive hours rest
At the annual meeting of the Kenesaw Apartment House stockholders held Monday afternoon on Sixteenth and Triing streets northwest directors for the ensuing year were elected. Names listed include Tobn Bo Henderson John Bo Henderson Pobert Norton M Litthe T puhn CLI Averill George TK Stone Judge James B Henderson Dr nh A Postar HB Polkinhorn and L Harding. The company is incorporated under District laws.
The Senate Military Affairs Committee split on the Brownsville shooting probe, with eight members supporting President Roosevelt’s action to discharge soldiers and five opposing. Republicans Lodge Foraker Warren Hemenway Bulkeley Du Pont and Democrats Warren Warner Taliaferro Foster Overman Krader McCreary backed various resolutions asserting or questioning the soldiers’ involvement while the Foraker substitutes failed. The panel’s votes foreshadow a Senate showdown over responsibility and re enlistment for the Twenty-fifth Infantry amid a political mobilization around the incident.
The firm Woodward & Lothrop celebrates twenty-electh years in Washington as Boston Dry Goods House grows into a leading enterprise. Founded in 1880 by Samuel Woodward and Alvin Lothrop, the department store expanded to occupy a large block, boasting a fireproof building and international purchasing offices in Paris and New York. The partnership highlights perseverance, anticipates demand, and notes continued sales gains during a six-day anniversary celebration.
President Finley announces failure to agree with Southern Railway engineers and shopmen over wage reductions and will seek mediation by the Interstate Commerce Commission and Labor Commissioner under the Erdman Act. He notes confidence in eventual amicable adjustment.
At a special meeting of the Lincoln Memorial Congregational Temple on February 24 at Eleventh and R streets NW, resolutions honored Creeley S Noyes philanthropist and beloved citizen. They praise his lifelong fight for justice for all citizens, noting his support through his newspaper and urging sympathy for his bereaved family.
Abraham Lincoln Johnson, 1628 C Street Southeast, oyster wharf employee, attempted to board a street car at Seventh Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. He fell at about 11 o'clock, was dragged briefly by the wheel guard, but sustained only a slight chin abrasion. Pedestrians and witnesses, including the motor man, activated the emergency stop.
Washington features a tense session as Dr Mitchell seeks to withdraw his name from the mine investigation committee report citing compromises. The request is denied. the panel is dismissed from further service and expenses will be audited. Governor Dawson denounces mileage payments as graft. John J Cornwell declines to serve, citing lack of authority to investigate Virginia Milgaton matter.
The Kanawha County Republican committee plans a March 7 gubernatorial primary only Charles W Swisher will appear on the ballot unless the call is rescinded Auditor Arnold Scherr is excluded from the list after a stormy meeting and a clash over legality A special meeting is set for March 2 in Clarksburg to address Scherr and factional disputes at the State convention highlighting tensions in one of West Virginia’s largest counties
In Weesington Virginia February 2 two reports on Judge William Faher of Kristol for the state corporation commission were debated after joint assembly proceedings. The majority report urged confirmation while a minority resolution urged non confirmation. Speaker Herd Roy Withers and Senator Halsey led advocacy for confirmation. Senator Wickham opposed. It is expected Judge Rhea will be confirmed by a large margin with Republicans likely voting against.
In Fayetteville North Carolina on February 25 the trial of Solomon Kourey charged with forging his uncle's name to a $600 check devolved into violence after the defense lawyer reacted to a witness insult by kicking the witness chair. The clash drew in lawyers witnesses and most attendees with chairs used as missiles injuring many and sending participants under arrest as court officers restored order.
Chicago witnessed the arrival of two racing cars from New York to Paris, the Army machine bearing a Grant message and the American car still leading. Crowds packed the Chicago Automobile Club as a drizzle-slick street stalled traffic and police cleared the way. Other race cars struggled through snowdrifts in northern Indiana with uncertain progress. The event included a dinner escort and statements of little difficulty for the leading vehicles. The article also notes a separate piece on a dishwater cleanliness crusade by the Woman’s Municipal League in New York.
Special to The Washington Post reports Folin King, water tender on the torpedo boat Biddle, was shot by a sentry while attempting to evade arrest at Norfolk Navy Yard. He broke into a run when ordered to halt, the bullet entered under the left shoulder, and he was taken to the naval hospital where he was expected to recover.
The budget conference ended yesterday afternoon over the $13 million matter. Commissioners presented citizens groups and their own proposals. They were accompanied by the board of education the Board of Charities the Washington Playground Association and the District Public Library trustees.
A dizzy uneasy feeling from coffee can be relieved by quitting coffee and switching to Postum a health beverage made from wheat with bran coating containing phosphate of potash. This phosphate supports brain and nerve cell repair boiled to extract food values and flavor.
Special to The Washing on Fast Asheville NC Febe-J J Britt, the only Republican candidate for the Tenth district against Democrat WoT Crawford, today declined to enter the contest. Also announced is the Topahyan Persian Rug sale at the Gallery of Foreign Arts on Dupont Circle, covering four days from today with 11 am to 5 pm hours.
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