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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1908
Page
4
A contested discussion in Illinois pits a state union stance against nobles and titled figures as the Comaldering state debate unfolds. The speaker questions fidelity to union values while tensions rise over influence and legitimacy among the elite.
A fragmented tirade rails at snobbery and vice among American women, picturing wealthy girls abroad and titled men as emblematic of gentry influence. It recalls 19th century social tensions between native citizens and foreign money, with references to parties, parades, and the lure of aristocratic status.
The Senate Committee considers post offices and post roads nominations after issues raised about postmasters selected without senate knowledge. The discussion centers on Mr Wadsworth and Mr Wycombe Wy to oppose confirmation while urging patience for proper review and representation.
Senate last day approved reorganization of the Army Medical Department and confirmed Sol Harris as postmaster at Charleston and Samuel Bonnier as postmaster at Sportiabure. The piece notes medical regimen and a cereal-based tonic as claimed cures.
The Senate spent the day considering the penal code bill and several unobjected measures. The Alirich currency bill neared completion and will be reported tomorrow. Secretary Cortelyou’s reply to the relief resolution will be sent in today. The Senate will meet at noon today. General debate on the urgent deficiency bill continued. Representative McAvin of Chicago deplored marriages of American women to foreign titles. The House adjourned at 3:15 to resume at noon today.
The President sent a message to the Senate urging pensions for Life Saving Service surfmen, aligning the request with city police and fire pensions. He cites low pay averaging eight dollars monthly and cases of want among surfmen and families, calling the current treatment gravely discreditable and urging legislation to attract and retain qualified personnel.
The Senate and House authorize Benito Ligarda and Pablo Ocambo, resident commissioners appointed by the Philippine government, to have floor privilege in Congress. The move aims to keep them in close touch with proceedings and possible remapping of inland positions.
A Washington bill would let the Mount Vernon Railway Company keep present overhead wire construction on the bridge approach to the Potomac crossing for up to 20 feet north of the bridge end, with War Secretary approval. The measure follows debates on grade crossing protections and urban transit extensions. Also noted are condemnations for Nineteenth Street extension, land donations, and district streetcar regulation requests from Petworth and Takoma Park associations.
A measure to employ women as Navy nurses was officially voiced in the House by Mr. Burton of Delaware. The bill would authorize the Surgeon General to appoint superintendent and reserve nurses under War Department regulations. Candidates must be graduates of hospital training schools with at least two years training. Appointments would be for three years and may be revoked if the service requires.
A bill faced debate as Senator Gallinger urged amending the title to strike the word deceased after the father’s name for orphan children beneficiaries. He argued the current form implies the father is dead and should not. The exchange continued with further remarks from Senator Gallinger.
An advertisement urges readers to abandon other medicines and try Munyon’s Rheumatic Cure or other remedies. It claims a few doses relieve aches and pains and a cure follows within the first bottle, describing the product as containing 100 doses and promoting rapid results.
Reported to the Senate tomorrow at 2 after committee action. Dems ready a substitute detailing the Treasury note deposits to be protected by prescribed securities. Rail bond data and municipal bonds extended to include quasi public issues. Senate will debate reform and Treasury data collection amid resistance from Republicans.
Secretary Wilson welcomed 200 members of the American Breeders Assocation as they began their fourth annual convention at the National Rifles Armory. The event covers animal and plant improvement, quarantine ideas, and discussions on inbreeding and eugenics with speakers including Dr Alexander G Bell and Prof David Starr Jordan. A joint session with the National Carnation Society is set for this afternoon followed by Bell's talk on Eugenics.
Senator Gallinger, a physician, urged the Navy Department to allow doctors to command naval hospital ships. He cited Civil War and Spanish American War precedents, including Stokes in charge of the Relief and orders from 1865. He referenced hospital transports under medical department control and foreign naval medical precedents.
Representative Wallace of Arkansas lauds William Jennings Bryan in the House while acknowledging his faults He argues Bryan may not win every state but will prove his worth and carry conviction across the nation as a reformer with decisive character
The National Editorial Association in session in this city seeks Congress repeal of duties on printing paper and wood pulp. They warn forests are depleted and that protection favors paper mills and suppresses fair competition. The memorial argues a tax on newsprint taxes knowledge and education and urges removal of all duties on printing material.
A leading physician warns pneumonia is prevalent this season and more fatal than smallpox. He urges precautions against colds and shares a home remedy: two ounces glycerine, half ounce pine concentrate, and half pint whiskey in a dose every four hours, shaking bottle each time, and cautions against patent preparations and imitation products.
Senate Naval Affairs panel flags broad review of Navy personnel with 983 line officers on active list and 104 ashore in Washington. Report notes half of officers are on shore duty and urges thorough inquiry into assignments, potential reorganization, and impact on fleet capabilities.
A dense House debate centered on tariff policy and the President’s favored candidate, taft, with Republicans and Democrats trading accusations. Oklahoma’s constitutional costs and a mining disaster investigation were discussed, alongside a plan to buy two Interoceanic Canal Commission steamers. The Senate handled routine business and adjourned.
House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce yesterday agreed to report favorably the Townsend arbitration bill. It provides for a President appointed permanent commission to investigate disputes between capital and labor, with authority to summon witnesses and punish noncompliance.
The Senate adopted a joint resolution counting Navy and Naval Academy service toward an army officer's forty years of service for voluntary retirement. A bill permitting retirement pay based on the advanced rank from a recent law also passed, enabling commissions per that rank.
Albany Jan 2 Superintendent Clark Williams of the State banking department outlines proposed amendments to banking laws. Cities over 200000 population would require reserve funds of 15 to 25 percent of deposits, trust company reserves in NYC set at 15 percent elsewhere 10 percent, and a 25 percent cap on secured loans tied to capital and surplus. Restrictions on underwritten loans and real estate loans are included.
The United States Steel Corporation reports for the quarter ending December 31, 1907, net earnings of 82,554,995 and annual earnings of 100,994,477, the largest in company history. Unfilled orders total 4,624,553 tons. quarterly surplus 3,559,274. Dividends unchanged at 0.5 percent on common and 1 3/4 percent on preferred.
An ad style piece argues that muscular effort cannot cure digestion and rest is vital. It touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a digestion aid, claiming they boost gastric flow and relieve symptoms. The copy urges readers not to starve the stomach and promises free samples via Addrena F A Btu art Co.
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