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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1908
Page
27
A newspaper piece quotes the president accusing opponents of fostering dependence and warns that attacks on property have provoked greater governmental stringency. It frames Roosevelt as urging self-reliance against political enemies and external pressures.
The passage critiques delaying tactics for countering panic and explores the failure of new theories or sporadic attacks to shape national policy. It references Roosevelt and constitutional rights while musing on how best to respond to threats against property and stability.
Florida Senator Wilkinson Call, visiting the Capitol, plans to file a protest before the Senate challenging William J. Bryan's right to hold the seat he acquired from the governor after Senator Mallory's death. The protest argues the governor lacked legal authority for the appointment and will likely be referred to the Privileges and Elections Committee.
Resolution from the Naval Affairs Committee favors reporting to the House the full record of correspondence about Surgeon Stokes's assignment to the hospital ship Relief and Admiral Brownson's resignation. The Gill regulation seeks to compel Metcalf to disclose, a move seen as harmless since the Senate hearing will reveal all.
Former Illinois Governor Gay Yates, in Washington for a brief visit, urged nominating Speaker Cannon for the presidency. He praised Cannon's ability and statesmanship and predicted broad support from state delegations, aligning with Gav Deneen's recent endorsement and signaling unity across factions.
The article reports strong support for Speaker Cannon within the GOP, claiming broad backing from national and regional Republicans. It notes favorable views in the East and West, with delegates likely to rally behind him to avoid factional strife and aim for a smooth nomination at the convention.
A fragmented shipping notice shows ships moving from New York to destinations including Liverpool Hamburg Southampton and other ports. It lists vessels and stages of their journeys with sparse readable fragments and partial routes.
Judge Harmon of Cincinnati former U S Attorney General and presidential possibility, touring New Willard. He said Democratic chances look good, citing ties to Taft and Foraker and his past service on the same court. He urged tariff revision, currency study, and continued economy in government while noting shifts in party fortunes and Ohio Republican divisions.
Providence roI Jan 10 There is no mind now in public life in America in my opinion who surpasses Gov Hughes in intellectual grasp in clearness of vision or fearlessness of action It would be fortunate if all major parties retired to Jim for our highest office said Tredent H P Faunce of Brown University at an alumni meeting The Davis Bucket Shop Bull Senator Jeff Davis of Arkansas said he would introduce a measure to curb stock gambling and futures trading in the Senate Monday
A Birdsall representative from Iowa introduced a resolution to abolish a five year old New Mexico law that forces injury suits against railroads into Territory courts and requires personal service within the Territory within ninety days or face a potential judgment for nonfiat. The House also considers bills on army pay increases, cotton tax refunds, and consular recognitions including Italy and Britain.
At the Navy League convention, leaders debated whether staff officers should command line ships, with Capt J W Miller’s resolution opposed by McAdoo. A proposed investigation of the Navy Department’s Bureau system drew wide discussion, supported by Hobson and others, while League action approved the Pacific fleet deployment in a related resolution. Directors elected included Harton, Dimock, Tama, Vanderbilt, and Hay. Delegates met with President and Admiral Dewey at the White House and at his residence.
Cha tman Bartholdt reports the Sixtieth Congress has begun with over 600 bills introduced for about 20 million dollars in proposed expenditures. He warns revenues lag by about 1 million dollars monthly due to curtailed luxury spending, urging tight control on public buildings and grounds purchases and district projects. Subcommittees are appointed to handle bills related to ground purchases and public buildings across states and districts.
Report from City Hall in New York on January 10 states there is no basis to rumors of Police Commissioner Bingham’s retirement. The change from first deputy O Keefe to Hike occurred with Bingham’s full approval and concurrence through a mayoral friend.
Paris reports Lindien Millevoye calls for Britain and France to intervene in an American Japanese crisis before it is too late. He blames Britain for the Russo Japanese War, says Europe’s interests lie with the United States, and warns of a broader Asian conflict if intervention is delayed.
A Boston meeting today formed a committee to press Congress for a federal forest bill. Former New Hampshire Governor Frank W Hollins led the session, stressing the vital flow of the Connecticut, Merrimack, Saco, and Androscoggin rivers that power New England mills and span the White Mountain region.
Argentina plans to mark the 180th anniversary of the 1810 war and independence in Buenos Aires and suggests the next Pan American Congress be held there in 1910. The Bureau of American Republics executive board discussed the idea with favorable reception and a decision is expected at the next meeting.
The will of James Anthons Bailey of Barnum and Bailey circus, who died in Mount Vernon NY in April 1906, was probated in London. England reports personal estate at 148,350 pounds and U.S. property at 483,581 dollars. after debts and admin costs, the gross estate is slightly over 350,020 dollars, far below the one third of the originally estimated value. The entire estate is left to his widow.
The State Department shifted focus to Tokyo as ambassador O'Brien pressed Japan over immigration limits and passports. Count Hayashi defended controls, noting Mexico’s labor demand, while Root pressed for renewed assurances and stricter enforcement. The exchanges underscored U.S. dissatisfaction and possible exclusion action within treaty rights.
A railroad worker describes years of stomach trouble and failed diets before trying Grape-Nuts. He reports appetite improvement, seven pound gain, and no indigestion after a week of use. His wife also begins to try the cereal, praising its effects. The ad cites Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan and The Road to Wellville in the package.
Secretary Reot drafts a response to Mr O Brien regarding the just report and clarifies that the President cannot guarantee veto of any exclusion law until it passes Congress. The message will urge O Brien to inform the Japanese that no promise will be made before consideration. The administration will use influence to prevent such legislation pending the settlement with Count Hagard.
A torpedo boat flotilla reaches Pernambuco from Para with fair weather on the voyage. Delays caused by salted boiler tubes are noted. The fleet will depart January 21 after a week of official entertainments in Petropolis and Rio de Janeiro, including visits to officials, banquets, and garden parties.
Maj Cheeles F Mason of the United States Army delivered the first of six lectures on First Aid to the Injured under the American Red Cross Society at the Y M C A building last night. He compared army methods with those of other nations and noted growing government care in selecting medical officers. The next talk is set for Friday night and will run for four weeks.
Mrs Cranston told a Metropolitan Memorial Church audience that American travelers in Japan and Korea push prices higher by paying inflated sums for trinkets and then shipping them home. She said souvenirs are no longer reasonably priced and blamed Western tourists for the cost increases.
Special to The Washington Post Port Arthur Texas January 10 John W Gates announced in a speech last night that he would reside permanently in Port Arthur He said he might travel to New York Chicago and Europe but would always register from Port Arthur A new line of weekly steamships would soon be started between New York and Port Arthur.
Counsel describes correspondence between the president and general counsel of the defunct California Safe Deposit and Trust Company. Securities were used in an effort to save the bank. Documents and bonds are said to be in New York, tied to a court fight over missing funds and the estate of Mrs Ellen Moet ton. A trial before Justice By nant opens to determine domicile and ownership with Miss Sacher and Mr Sacher active in the case. A related report notes New York Central plans a $30 million equipment trust issue.
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