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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1909
Page
9
Financial aid pledged by Senator M Laurin to Rev J Little a longtime ally who leads a body promoting religious and charitable work. Temporary quarters opened as the religious and charitable plan gains structure with a board and officers.
The article notes formal congratulations to Senator Gallinger on his appointment to a senate committee. Subcommittees and scheduling details are discussed, with emphasis on service to the ward and upcoming meetings and votes.
A fragmented OCR read describes veterans seeking a hearing before House committees. Mentions War veterans groups and tentative dates amid unclear names and places due to damaged text.
A sanitized OCR shows a telephone company cash flow for the district, listing receipts and expenditures. Proceeds from capital stock and construction costs are itemized, including real estate, underground conduits and cables, pole and aerial wire construction, and equipment. The report notes revenues of $12, etc., with total new expenditures around 1,209,000, and capital capitalization details.
Representative Charles S Landis of Indiana said he would not accept the office of public printer and planned to return to his farm. He indicated he would not pursue the job and preferred to stay at home, declining the reported offer.
A dense roster of political appointees, judges, admirals, and local residents appears in a long January listing. Names include ROOT, CORTELYOU, WRIGHT, NEWBERRY, BONAPARTE, GARFIELD, MEYER, STRASS, MORTON, MOODY, DAYTON, SATTEM, FULLER, MAHAN, DEVANS, COWLLA, ULLAM, SLMS, WHITE, STEPHENSON, NIXON, DIXON, ULLOM, BASSFU, ASDRLS, MACGEN, MARTIN, GRONKA, UMLA DOWEL, Mads, AMLERKITT, CORELA, CAMPHILL, PALMER, ALLIGHER, HUGHES KENNEDY, WILLIAMS, HOOVER, FRANGLS STARR. The list reflects a historical roster of officials and notable names tied to the era.
Niagara committee visitors urged President Roosevelt to address water pollution around Lake Erie and the Buffalo area. They cited sewage inflows from Buffalo and asked Gifford Pinchot to consider the issue through the national conservation lens. The talks included Attorney General Bonaparte and other officials as well as Senator Gamble from South Dakota and Representative Gronna of North Dakota.
Fragmented OCR describes military officers in prior orders with Tucker and others listed for medical treatment and duty. It mentions Fort Snelling, St Paul, and various infantry units. Document references Cayvalie tat Owen Swier infant, and Cuban Pic healien context, with multiple officers named.
A medical board led by John Bord and George Harman, medical inspectors Flemy and Bercy, will assemble at Annapolis to investigate sanitary conditions at the Naval Academy. The report, submitted to the Navy Department, follows completion of new academy buildings and new illness care systems for midshipmen.
Captain Duquesne navigates Roosevelt's travels with expert detail on dangers and life abroad. Admiral Evans extols the US Navy while reader travel pieces invite American readers to Audacious stories. Rex Beach's The Silver Horde praised as a thrilling Alaska tale. The issue features three top serials and other strong features, securing Hampton's first place among leaders.
An ad urges readers to try Hampton's Magazine with a 15 cent price and a money back guarantee. If unsatisfied, send the cover to the publisher, keep the issue, and receive 5 cents plus return postage. If dealers are sold out, send the dealer's name to Hampton's Magazine in New York.
The national militia board met in the War Department and remains closed to the public. Members include Nelson S. Henry, Oran Perry, Gen James Drain, Bibb Graves, Charles R. Boardman, Robert Shaw Ulver, and Cot. Weave. This is the board's second four year term. a prior 1908 session set forth improvements to national guard affairs. Proceedings will be reported after War Secretary approval.
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