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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1909
Page
36
Senator Jeff Davis of Rhode Island denounces the money power and calls for curbs on exchange traded futures while arguing the tariff and labor policies influence wealth and power. The chamber discusses controlling speculation as a nation faces economic strains and political rhetoric intensifies.
Senator Davis of Arkansas introduced a bill to prevent deslings in futures while Senator Cummings of Iowa delivered his maiden speech opposing the postal savings bank plan. A painting of the late Senator Allison was purchased for the President’s room. The Senate opens for business today and the House debates the Post Office appropriation bill as of noon.
Senators prepare for a fight over the two battleships plan. Supporters cite Senator Allison's pledge of annual naval expansion, while opponents dispute any binding commitment and warn of broader fiscal and political stakes amid pressure from both sides.
Representative Ransdell of Louisiana Moore of Pennsylvania Sherley of Kentucky and Daugherty of Missouri introduced two bills to create a permanent interstate waterways policy A 1000000 bond issue would fund improvements for interstate waterways and a commission of senators representatives and citizens would oversee plans The bonds would run ten years at 2 percent interest with reports to Congress and Ransdell chairs the Harbors and Rivers Congress unit on the House committee
The appointment of Commissioner General Daniel Keefe of the bureau of indiger tion was reported favorably to the Senate for confirmation. The Senate committee heard charges by Senator Gere that Keefe accepted the post as a reward for opposing Samuel Gompers and the Democratic ticket. The committee found the evidence unsupported and left open opposition for floor consideration.
The special committee on Willett's Roosevelt denouncing speech will report to the House today. Chairman Mannef Tine will present the recommendation, delayed by Willett's absence. Alternatives include expunging all or part of the speech from the official Records, with the committee expected to erase much of it.
Senate Judiciary Committee plans an inquiry into the Presidents authority to permit the absorption of the Tennessee Coal and Iron Company by the United States Steel Corporation. It may focus on the legal questions of the merger with potential testimony from Henry Frick and E. H. Gary as key figures who influenced Roosevelt.
Special Judiciary committee says Senate has no right to demand facts from Roosevelt about United States Steel Corporation helped absorb Tennessee Coal and Iron. Attorney General Bonaparte cites commerce and labor act, declaring data to be public. Committee presses on with inquiry to determine authority for the merger amid internal debate.
A Senate committee report favors a measure to pension widows of Civil War soldiers and sailors who wed after June 27 1890 arguing it would not significantly raise costs. Opponents warn the law could encourage marriages to obtain pension status, while supporters say many widows would gain without large budget impact.
Senator Cummins of Iowa delivered his maiden speech in opposition to the postal savings bank bill as reported by the Senate committee. He argued Iowa has more banking institutions than any other state and supported an amendment allowing postal savings deposits in banks under any law. He warned against exempting deposits from certain prohibitions and spoke for about an hour, with Senators on both sides attentive. Senator Carter replied to his objections.
East Washington Heights Traction Railroad Company forwarded its 1908 report to Congress. Capital stock $14,800, funded debt $70,000 with floating debt $31,323.21. About 1 mile of track, 2 cars, 6 minutes per trip, 267,630 passengers, average fare 2.167, passenger receipts $6,802. Costs include equipment $28,108 power $1,101 wages $3,226.84. Stockholders list shows Randle as largest holder with 226 1/4 shares, Judd 132 4, O Brothers 131 10, total 296 shares.
Delegations from Birmingham arrive in Washington to press for and against the United States Judge Oscar B Hundley nomination. The Judiciary Committee plans hearings as opponents seek rejection while supporters cite his background with the Southern Steel case and other credentials.
The article details a plan to replace Panama president Obaldia with a more compliant leader, alleging Cromwell and allies sought to seize Panama’s revenues and forests. It cites Congressman Rainey accusing Cromwell, Farnham, Taft, and others of manipulating Panama elections and pushing a controversial railroad proposal. Cromwell refuses comment.
The House agriculture committee rejected the Brandegee bill to buy forest reserves in the White Mountains and Southern Appalachians and adopted the Weeks bill. It preserves the Scott bill provisions, authorizes federal cooperation of 100000 dollars, and allows uses of forest service receipts to extend forests by purchasing headwater lands.
The controversy over water gas in the United States reaches Washington as inspector E G Runyan testifies before the Grouse committee, noting water gas is common in cities and contains carbon monoxide. He defends his duties and cites a lack of extraordinary fatalities tied to water gas, while chemist Charles E Moore supports Runyan and urges proper ventilation and safety standards.
The House ratified a resolution setting aside February 13, 1909 as a legal holiday in DC to honor Abraham Lincoln's birth, with the Senate having passed a similar measure. The Senate resolution also envisions a memorial highway from the White House to Gettysburg battlefield.
A new skin treatment named poklam promises quick cure for pimples and skin irritations. Priced at 50 cents, it is sold at Ogram's O'Donnell's Affeck's and nearby drugstores, with an offer of a free experimental packet by mail from Emergency Laboratories New York.
United States Secretary of State Elisha R. Root certifies the California general election held November 3 1908 for electors of President and Vice President. Names of electors Grant Shortridge Dinkell, Field, Phelan and others are listed with vote totals. canvas confirms the highest vote getters and final elector appointments.
The Senate yesterday confirmed Samuel B Donnelly of New York to be public printer. A Senate committee probe into charges of discharging nonunion workers found no foundation. Fred W Carpenter relocates Taft staff to Augusta Georgia awaiting the next President.
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