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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
9
The Washington Post reports calls to move inauguration from March to late April face resistance yet gain momentum. Attorney General Wickersham urges Congress to act on fireproof vaults to protect federal records, warning current storage risks in court and justice departments.
Fragmented OCR passage discusses tariff policy and its impact on consumers, mentioning Congress, textile manufacturers, Senator Penrose, and potential job effects. It notes arguments about reductions, hearings, and political considerations affecting working people and national production.
A heated exchange among members of the House committees questions Mr Levy and a New York contact about an inquiry into alleged agitation affecting business. Critics warn against Wall Street panics in retaliation for any investigation while defenders insist on sober scrutiny and policy integrity.
The piece argues President Taft’s telegraph and public utilities ownership proposal should wait, citing constitutional limits and fears of government overreach. It warns European-style state control could erode democracy and envisions future growth of public functions under federal power.
A state ment by Judge Gary contrasts the atcel corporation with federal care for workers. He cites higher wages now, large spendings to prevent accidents and improve sanitary relief, and a pension system, while government policy neglects worn out veterans. the piece highlights stark contrasts in employer and government treatment of loyal employees.
A detailed society notice recounts the marriage of Miss Elle Graham, daughter of Sir Henry Graham, to Harold Knowling, once a signalman on the Great Eastern Railway. The match links two prominent families and is celebrated at Marden Hall with attendance by nobility and gifts from dukes and counts.
The death of Battalion Chief Walsh during a fierce fire in New York sparks emotional fundraising that expands the fire department pension fund. Money raised mainly supports the fund, not just Walsh’s widow, ensuring ongoing aid for dependents of fallen firefighters.
Former Washington DC section of the Council of Jewish Women met at the Within Street Temple and reorganized as the Washington Alliance of Jewish Women. New officers include Mrs Adayih Kaktn president Mrs Charles Goldsmith first vice president Mrs A M Baer second vice president Mr Isaac Newman treasurer Mr Alexander Wolf corresponding secretary Mr James Langhursh recording secretary Mrs J Kuhn auditor Simon Wolf gave a brief address. Aims for continued educational and philanthropic work were stated. A luncheon is planned for January at Rauscher’s.
Senate debates criticism of Interior Department administration and public health commission proposals in Alaska and AIeSXE. Committees to report against a Cuban resolution on campaign contributions for 1908 elections. Attorney General Wickersham to appear before fiduciary committee. House to receive Taft message on economy. Bridge bill debated four hours. Investigation of International Harvester urged. Navy Secretary Meyer supports twenty two supply vessels for the Panama Canal. Old age pension advocates before civil service committee. Democrats plan caucus on tariff and slave schedule. Representatives push embassies in New York Berne Tokra and Hagkow. Labor committee approves budget for a child bureau in Commerce and Labor. House adjourns to noon.
The Supreme Court is asked to decide California will disputes involving Italian and Argentine treaty rights. California Attorney Thomas W Hickey argues foreign consuls may appear only if states consent to estate settlements for foreigners. Mr Coudert, siding with the Australian government, cites Massachusetts, New York, Alabama and Chicago cases in favor of consuls. He warns California fears Japan if such rights expand.
Baltimore officials announce the committees to handle the orte Colum bus statue project in front of Trion Station. State leaders including U S Senators and Maryland's top figures join the plan with Guy Goldsborough as chairman of the executive group.
AD Hopkins of the Bureau of Entomology and Insect Investigations said a hypothetical 25 degree below zero freeze would kill the pine beetle but no such cold spell has occurred in any part of the South. The beetle has caused millions in damage to pine timber.
President Taft remained in the White House study amid an epidemic at the executive staff. Secretary Silex was confined at home with a cold, Assistant Secretary Allen was ill, and Army physician Thomas L Roads tended to the ailing group as Taft worked through voluminous correspondence.
Army orders extend leaves of absence for Capt Charles Allen and others, detailing time frames and duty reassignments across coast defense, medical boards, and ordnance. Promotions, transfers, and reported duties are announced for multiple officers including Lieut Col Serritte, Maj Paul Strau b, Maj Lawrence Miller, Capt Charles Fignalank, and Second Lieutenants from various units with destinations at Fort Sam Houston and other posts.
Hotelkeepers meet at Rennert to plan accommodations for visitors to Baltimore in June for the Democratic national convention. One person per room was proposed to maximize lodging efficiency and serve multiple guests.
The House of Delegates adopted a resolution urging that no action on Puerto Rican citizenship be taken unless it includes full self government. It calls for both legislative branches to be elective with complete power over local affairs, sparking significant dissent and opposition from the speaker.
John Halberg of Arizona, a Socialist candidate for Congress, filed a statement with the secretary of the Senate claiming his campaign expenditures were none. The filing references Louisiana figures Gov Sanders and Representative Louis as contenders in the Democratic primaries on January 42 to succeed Senator Foster, with belated expense reports noted.
In Pittsburgh on January 17, Col James M. Guffey and George W. Guthrie clashed over the Pennsylvania Democratic chairmanship. Walter Ritter of Williamsport sought and received a preliminary injunction from Judge Kell restraining Guffey from duties of the state central committee chair. A hearing was set for Monday.
Boston January 17 Robert Bacon resigned as American Ambassador to France and was today confirmed as a member of Harvard Corporation at a meeting of the board of overseers in this city.
A large audience of Washington Society of Fine Arts members and guests heard John Alexander, president of the National Academy of Design, discuss The Work of the American Illustrators, with many reproductions of drawings by American artists and emphasis on Edwin A Abbey. Prior to the talk, officers were reelected including Thomas Nelson Page as president and Miss Lela Mechlin as secretary.
State Department officials warn the Nicaraguan bill could endanger the republic in Caracas. George Welzel, appointed minister to Nicaragua, is to arrive soon and present concerns from Washington. Gen Mena, secretary of war, is tied to the proposal and election formalities as personnel changes unfold.
The official notice from the Christmas seals committee chair outlines a drive by Wis TS MW Laush Taehairman to fund drives. A large number of society members participated, with Mrs Woof Beareman coordinating and attention directed to sales at the colored 8 holy Miss Hunty Wins Williamson Miss Remy Miss Brown.
Army enlistment notice announces civilian candidates for first engineer posts. It states openings in Hill vacancies, with appointments from graduates of the Million Academy, per Congress Naa directives. It notes some civil life additions and 48 vacancies for examination at Lot Mver to test fitness for second lieutenant appointments.
A damaged report describes a portrait ceremony honoring Justin Bancroft Tavish hosted by Curt oT elimi ba bs widow. Attendees include Jol S Blair and Whaatlee Davis, with brief remarks credits to various local figures and sites mentioned in the fragment.
A cablegram reports Yellow Fever sickening an officer aboard the vessel in Larktown during the past ten days. Edison and Stanton to assume command of the ship while Commander Bortidett recovers.
The garbled text references a gun related incident and a court setting with mentions of a wakeful crowd, a judge and danger. Fragmented phrases describe a man involved in an act, a spectacle of crime, and tension surrounding surveillance and punishment.
A garbled piece outlines a bachelor’s reflections amid a day of closing house duties. It hints at empathy, confusion, and a social scene with references to a man and a cat, while describing a morning illness and dinner plans as the day unfolds.
The story outlines Jesse Mahatt of Colon Panama visiting Hyattsville and recounts French efforts on the canal, malaria battles, and Goethals and Gorgas roles. It also touches Oklahoma politics over Wilson Bryan support, with references to shipping, salmon production, and Alaska as a fishing region.
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