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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1909
Page
18
A tense session lasting about ninety minutes saw members angry as a committee prepared a rebuke and planned to resume deliberations. Tawney’s return drew attention as an adjunct to the Anamas Club while critics challenged the chief executive, with lawmakers urging restraint and awaiting further action in the House.
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A proposed hospital wing would provide additional beds. Secretary Lortehov endorsed the plan with the hospital administration backing. Dr Wardell led the initiative under the interior department, aiming to expand capacity and facilities.
Congress notes: War Department detective inquiry on Brownsville, foraker revolt, routine business, nominee Donnelly for public printer shelved, House suspends rules on various measures, canal zone force pay debated, embassy buildings bill discussed, special committee to report on president's message holds meeting with no action, adjourns at five.
Representative Greene of Massachusetts introduced a resolution asking the House committee on public buildings to study underground transport between the Capitol buildings, Senate and House offices, Union Station and the post office area. He cited existing tunnels and urged testing a subway system to connect government departments with the city center, noting cost and time saved if feasible.
The Senate again delayed action on the renomination of Laramet B Donnelly for the public printer post. Senator Aldrich’s presence was requested to proceed, with no final vote expected until executive session and possible departmental reorganization discussions await Congress.
The House will hear the 1919 appropriation bill for the district year with Cordier of Michigan presenting the committee on appropriations. Submissions show about 660000, though committee estimates near 3 percent more, while economy remains a goal to meet revenue gaps. The Indian Affairs committee held a preliminary hearing on the Indian service budget, with estimates for the coming year about three million above the current year. The Agriculture Committee continues work on its farm bill amid steady budgeting efforts.
A reader shares how Grape Nuts breakfast and milk helped his chronic indigestion and weight gain, noting a gain of six pounds in four weeks. The letter praises the cereal’s effects on nerves and energy and mentions consuming it with toast and cream for a substantial morning meal.
The article discusses Senator Foraker's possible future, noting he may stay influential in Ohio Republican politics. It suggests he could pursue lawsuits over the Brownsville case, aiming to secure pay for discharged colored troops, and hints at continued legal and political activity in the Buckeye State.
A Senate briefing notes minor postal and rail transfers with minimal damage to pouches and bags. It lists promotions for Gorge Grenough to brigadier general, Frank Halliday to captain, and Arthur Nam to rear admiral, effective December. A bill aims to boost wireless telegraph co operation on the Atlantic coast and warning notices to allied shipowners. The House judiciary committee considers a United States Court of Patent Appeals and the American Bar Association backs Currier bill.
Fifteen Republican insurgents dined with Representative urdnal of Massachusetts to discuss altering House rules. They debated timelines for setting aside committees and schedules, with leaders Hepburn Townsend Esch and Murdock present. A formal plan or caucus decision was deferred to the next Congress after March.
The District commissioners forwarded a draft bill to Senator Gallinger asking Congress for authority to regulate sale of intoxicating liquors on steamers. Senator Dillingham introduced the measure in the Senate in Gallinger's absence. The move follows a Potomac River steamboat company request for a retail liquor license on a route partially within the District. The excise board now lacks jurisdiction per a corporation counsel opinion, and the bill aims to place liquor sale under official regulation and supervision.
President Roosevelt withdrew from the Senate the nomination of Robert Watchorn as commissioner of immigration at Ellis Island. Officials cited an inquiry into charges filed against Watchorn, though specifics were not disclosed. Secretary Straus and others denied formal charges, noting the act appears tied to presidential prerogative and not confirmed allegations.
The House debated the Longworth bill to erect or purchase embassy and legation buildings abroad, authorizing 1 million dollars yearly until all facilities are built. Opponents argued the plan lacked definite spending limits and left costs to the Secretary of State. The session ran two hours with no conclusion, amid Indiana delegation disputes over a judicial divisions measure.
A proposal to Congress seeks funds for a site and memorial monument to Senator Allison of Iowa with a portrait planned for display in the Senate wing. The effort, led by Doug Gin, aims to preserve his memory, with state cooperation and legislative sponsorship by Senator Dullyar and Representative Dawson.
House committee on agriculture probes if Secretary overstepped in establishing the board of pure food referees and setting aside 100000 dollars for its work. Dr Wiley, chief of the bureau of chemistry, testified on authority and purposes of the fund and board activities.
Special notices announce that George H Maurer and Adaline Boyce formed a limited partnership as Maurer and Company to conduct hat and umbrella dealership at Seventh Street NW. They paid in $500 on December lth, and the partnership continues until December date per the code. The certificate was recorded in the clerk’s office of the Supreme Court District of Columbia. Richard F P Evans, attorney.
The Rev John L Baker of Baltimore is preaching each evening this week at the Douglas Memorial Church led by pastor Rev Br G C Bacon. Also noted is a report of yellow fever epidemic in Yucatan with several daily deaths, affecting Merida and nearby plantations including displaced Yani Indians.
In the centenary year of Abraham Lincoln, Senator Gore of Oklahoma urged unanimous consent to print the inaugural address and his emancipation proclamation in the Congressional Record and issue 60000 pamphlets. Mr Bailey objected to the emancipation proclamation but not the inaugural address, blocking immediate consideration and sending the measure to the Committee on Printing.
United States Department of State certifies final ascertainment of electors for Wyoming from the November 3 1908 election. Governor Bryant B Brooks proclaims John W Hay Fred Wargele Thomas A Cosgriff as electors for President and Vice President. Board of Canvassers’ canvass confirmed votes for listed individuals with the official seal and date Cheyenne December 29 1908.
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