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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1912

Page

6

Maryland Senator Debates Peace Pacts Amid Arbitral Rift

Senator Rayner of Maryland advocates adopting a root resolution to reverse treaty provisions with Great Britain and France while opposing Lodge amendments. The debate centers on whether to rewrite treaties and the implications for the Monroe Doctrine and State Department shifts.

Maryland State Department Eraderatun Great Britain France Senate Rayner Ryland Sen- Measuher

Lorimer Defends Self In Cross-Examination Skirmish

The fragment outlines Senator Lorimer’s stubborn stance amid cross-examination epigrams and a defiant recounting of the Senate battle. It notes party strain, Republican losses and Lorimer’s resolve as he faced questions and stirred controversy.

Debate Over Water Power Expansion and Treaty Limits

The article discusses calls for more water power amid fears over river diversion and treaty constraints. It notes claims of harmful effects on industries and international tensions, including proposals to lift existing flow limits and adjust commissions and power sharing arrangements.

Senate to Study Election Fund Data and Campaign Inquiries

The Senate considers a Culberson resolution seeking comprehensive data on 1904 and 1908 campaigns. A probe into campaign contributions and potential influence on congressional elections is debated, with committee action postponed and referred to the expenses committee for review.

Senate Culberson Forc Aren Senar Avery

Revolt Continues Amid Feat of Industry Speakers Guests

Feara U 8 Revolt continues from first FAO with a long list of attendees. Names include Gustav Bischott of St Louis Independent Packing Company and T W Tallaferro of Hammond Standiah Co Detroit. Speakers feature O A Bohrman N C Newcomb J M Yules and many more. Guests include W C Acton J S Agar W Arbogast A W Armour and dozens of others from firms and agencies across Chicago Buffalo Detroit and beyond.

Adelphis Gustav Bischott St. Louis Independent Packing Company St Louis Western End Cing Provision Company BT. Fillér G. H. Hammond Company Chicago Arthur T. Danahy Danahy Packing Company Buffalo T. W. Tallaferro Hammond-Standiah & Co Detroit, Mich W. C. Acton James WF. Brunner P. Brunt J. J. Buckley Louie Lurk Fit Burrows W. C. Holler B.'t Caswell FL Chittenden Chelarman Hop M. W. Davie He UW. Tay W. B. Decker George Ditewig Co. Korman G. E. Dyson AL. Aberhart F. Eckart F. P. Eckert Baward F. W. Englin W. le Etharde W. & Farris, Jr. Sith August Fink W. J Yorke WW. C. Pied AW. Fichman Hoo Fulkernon T. Faber H.C. Gates G. Cebeiem J. A. Gobelein E. Gibbs Gordon G. W. Goermer Graham Orepowali Greenwald L. J. Grit Judah Lahraaa A. F. Leopard A. D. Taw MD. Berg J. Liveey HL Loowanburg R. Lorwood D. Vanbkert Tuab Taleg Miter James R. Mann A. H. March A. Marino J. J. Marti ML Alaithes W. Z. Sayer D. A. Scharbel Jona Schofield Waldeck Waterbury

Engines Explode As Train Collides Near Louisville

Four trainmen die and two may be fatally hurt after a head on crash between a Louisville and Nashville passenger train and a Chesapeake and Ohio empty cars train at Long Run, eighteen miles east of Louisville. The inbound L&N train bursts into flames, passengers injured, scene chaotic with wreckage raining onto coach roofs.

Louisville Long Run Here Louisville and Nashvile Wonisville Nashville

Plan to fix movable holidays on definite dates discussed

The National Board of Trade debated a calendar reform to abolish leap years and place Easter and other movable feasts on fixed dates. The plan splits the year into four quarters of 50, 50, and 31 days with start days Monday and quarter ends Sunday, inserting a nonweek holiday between June and July. Leaders urged business men to engage in politics and policy making.

United States National Board of Trade New Willard Ason Panama Canal Tariff Board

Auto Strikes Boy on Coasting Run

A 16 year old, George White of 2215 Prospect NW, was injured when an auto owned by Lewis Bimon and driven by Clyde Evans struck him on Thirty third street NW at 7:30 PM. He was taken to Georgetown Hospital.

Thirty-third Street George White Prospect Avenue Lewis Bimon Thirty Fifth Street Clyde Evans Thirty-fifth Street Ile Georgetown Hospital Carl Wintermert N Street Vernon Noakes Fifteenth Street Sixteenth Streets George Davis Elehih Street Gog Hirth Robert Valea Rosslyn Georgetown Gastight Company Thirtieth and Canal Street Georgetown University Hospital Washington Asylum Hospital

Burned to Death in Wreck Near Kelso Missouri

St Louis January 16 Guy L Stewart a principal cultural and industrial agent of the Cotton Belt Railroad with headquarters in St Louis was burned to death in his private car in a wreck at Kelso Missouri. Stewart formerly served as State orchard inspector of Maryland and had sought divorce from his wife Leoluh S Stewart in St Louis circuit court on November 3 1811. The petition listed Washington DC as the address for service but the service owner was never secured.

St. Louis Guy L. Stewart Cotton Belt Kelso Stewart Maryland Leoluh S. Stewart St. Louis Heart Court Nes Cinsey Washington, D. C

Women Urged to Help End Hazardous Phosphorus in Matches

A call to action urges women to shape public opinion and press Congress to ban phosphorus use in match production due to deadly disease risks to workers, especially women and children. The piece notes firms and foreign governments' actions and praises humanitarian efforts while urging stricter U.S. laws and public mobilization.

Thin Frm United States Bureau of Labor Europe Governumenta Workepe Uberts Soln Land of Uberty Congress

Violence and political turmoil grip the republic

The passage alleges conservative factions plan to shield the government by attacking Gen. Monteagudo. It cites Gen. Nines and claims Alfredo Zayen and Pino Guerra orchestrated a misdirection to discredit the veterans’ organization. President Gomez is expected to enforce bans on veteran meetings and army officers were absent from a crucial gathering.

Nines House of Representatives Monteagudo Alfredo Zayen Th Republic Pino Guerra Gomez Cmcera

Reserves Liquor Decision Hears Virginia Arlington Case

Alexandria court heard Commonwealth of Virginia against Arlington Brewing Company for alleged violation of liquor law in shipping beer across county lines by common carrier. State argues points with prosecutors and judges reserved decision. case stems from appeal of Police Justice ruling.

Alexandria Arlington Brewing Company Washington Post Bureau King Greet Alexendria Commonwealth of Virginia Rosslyn LC. Barley Alexandria Corporation Court Caton Commonwealth

Mayor Gaynor Denies Clover Club Dinner Invite

Philadelphia dispatch reports New York Mayor William J. Gaynor declining Clover Club dinner with a personal note. He cites prior engagement and contrasts with Jackson Club in Washington where he says he was turned down. Colonel Roosevelt also declined to attend.

Jackson Philadelphia Dan William J. Gaynor New York Clover Club Fla Gaynor Jackson Club Washington James S. Mettartney McCartney Mover Club Fis W. 3 Col Roosevelt Dini

Girl Found Unconscious From Carbon Monoxide indoors

Courtney Jones a 16 year old servant of NTW Street Northwest was found unconscious in a kitchenette at her employer Andrew Geddes home. The girl, a negro, was found face down at 1 p.m. by Mrs Gedden. She was revived with artificial respiration and taken to hospital in stable condition. The incident is blamed on a water heater producing carbon monoxide.

Courtney Jones Ntw Narthiwest Andrew Geddes Kenyon

Gas bill seeks limit on carbon monoxide in D C gas

Representative Madden introduced a district bill prohibiting gas containing more than ten percent carbon monoxide for heating and lighting. A 75 cent per 2000 feet maximum charge is included. Inspectors would test gas samples and levy penalties up to 3500 dollars and six months imprisonment, charged to the responsible party.

Manacn Muanets District of Columbia Madden House Manny Monday Congress Tom Ume

Night Fire Threatens Homes on Fourteenth Street

A two story frame rear building on Fourteenth Street Northwest owned by Joseph Hamilton caught fire early. Multiple rooms and dwellings were endangered while residents escaped in night clothes. Losses are estimated at several hundred dollars. Firefighters arrived as smoke and sparks spread from the blaze involving Ocean Steamers crew and passengers.

Public Printing Reform Urged by Senate Panel

A sweeping reform bill and report to Congress recommend drastic changes to the public printing laws. The joint committee argues for power substitution for hand presses, central document distribution, and a fixed organization at the Government Printing Office. Estimated annual savings reach 1,260,000 with major shifts in staffing and duties, plus pensions for naval widows.

Smooth Woule Senate House Congress Joint Public Printing Office Bureau of Engraving and Printing

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