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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1913
Page
9
Representative Sterling denounces impeachment charges as a jurist faces trial in the Senate. The article notes the case cited against the defendant and hints at defense attorneys preparing to address the floor.
A pressed appeal by Representative Sterling to the United States Senate urges removing Judge Archbald from office. It claims the judge has dishonored his role and the Constitution and calls for stripping him of the ermine unless he is removed.
Judge Robert W. Archbald faces impeachment arguments as Rep John A. Sterling accuses him of unfitness for public trust and demands removal. Senate proceedings mirror heated charge and defense, with the case centering on conduct tied to railroad interests and the Constitution’s protection of an independent judiciary.
A judge argues Archbald was wrongly determined in favor of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad after assistance from Helm Bruce. In New York, January 8, the Mothers Congress and Woman’s Christian Temperance Union press for the Senate to reopen the Reed Smoot seat inquiry.
Comptroller of the Currency Murray told the House Money Trust committee the national banking act is ineffective and inadequate. He urged criminal penalties for directors accepting personal compensation and backed public disclosure of bank stockholders and securities. Baker of First National Bank of New York to testify as Murray’s critique of Wall Street power continues.
Hearing before the House Ways and Means Committee on the earthenware and glassware schedule revealed fears of foreign trusts and labor competition abroad. Chairman Underwood voiced satisfaction with competitive conditions in the pottery industry. Witnesses from window glass, plate glass, and other sectors warned tariff reductions could trigger wage cuts or factory suspensions to meet losses.
President endorses panel findings after scrutinizing offices and urges saving millions. Report calls for a $275,500 reduction in the Adjutant General's Department and criticizes the hiring of an expensive clerk in New York.
Michigan representatives John M. C. Smith and H. Olin Young face contested memberships filed by Claude B. Carney Democrat and William J. MacDonald Progressive cites vote irregularities. Taft backs economy study. Gett ysburg medal bill seeks wartime honors. commission reports potential savings across War and adjutant general offices.
Conferees reconcile differences on the loan bill and send a complete report to both houses. After presidential approval the act becomes operative 39 days after passage. It caps interest at 1% per month with strict penalties for excess or unlicensed lending and requires bonds and records.
A congressional hearing reviewed proposals for expanding Marine manpower led by Maj Gen William P Bradle and Col George Richards with questions signaling potential approval. Debates covered a Negro Exposition funding bill, Savannah River forest reserve purchases, and a Warrenton Va public building project. Upcoming hearings aim to restore the army can and discuss fur seal law repeal, with nominations to federal posts announced.
Anacostia Citizens Association last night criticized Superintendent Sylvester and Congress over attacks on women in Washington. A resolution urged a larger police force and criticized police deployment, arguing more officers should remain on street duty. J J Glennan and John B Earnshaw pressed for tougher laws and stronger protections, while Charles K Burr chaired the session and new members were admitted.
Testimony before the House merchant marine committee describes a shipping trust between German and British lines that allegedly controlled the world’s oceans. Witnesses claim deferred rebates, pooling freighting commissions, and fighting boats to drive rivals out of business, with rates favoring combined lines and international interests over American marine independence.
In Concord on January 8, Henry F Hollis of Concord topped a Democratic caucus with 14 votes to 3 for Clarence B Carr and 1 for Linville F Langmaid amid 62 absentees. Republicans offered no nomination, Progressives back Robert P Bass, creating a likely deadlock as house and senate prepare separate votes next Tuesday and a joint ballot the next day.
Boston reports a Republican senatorial caucus adjourned after six ballots with Samuel W. McCall slightly ahead of John W. Weeks. On the last tally McCall 72, Weeks 68, with votes for Guill and Draper among others. Ninety four votes needed to nominate. Illinois House deadlocked over speakership after nine ballots. Homer J. Tise, Republican nominee, had world party support. Senate adjourned without progress toward nomination.
G Pattinger chief clerk of the Philippine service is in the city on business tied to insular affairs. He arrived from Manila in November and will remain in the United States until March, then sail from San Francisco.
Frederick's Piano Company launches a rapid clearance offering heavily discounted pianos and player-pianos. With scratches or wear, upright, grand, and player models from Knabe Weber Hardman Fischer and more are advertised as low as 5 to 350 dollars, plus new 88-note music at half price. The sale underscores easy terms and urges swift selection at 1212 G Street, home of Knabe and Angelus.
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