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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
4
Mr C C Glover asserts Washington always has ample money and Miz Charles Bell says the effect will be ceremonial with no necessity for its application. The article discusses finance and legislative mood, noting support voices and doubts about urgency.
Fragmented OCR notes reference a tribute to Grant, secretary mentions, local association plans, and various civic items including meetings, rooms, and events. Text remains unclear with scattered names, places, and dates, suggesting a filler page containing acknowledgments and community notices.
Unclear OCR text suggests possible discussion of extending cheap postal rates to Italy and France. Mentions cent rates, motor mail, and a potential tank note. Readers are urged to await clearer details from forthcoming official statements.
An early 20th century item notes Metcalt plans a two month trip to California. Secretary oof Wavy Will Spend Two Months a California Veter rou oc trs of the Ma aon details are garbled but indicate a departure and a long absence from current duties.
A dispatch from Washington lists attendees including Secretary Taft and Secretary Wilson, with multiple senators and representatives from Indiana Illinois Kansas New York and North Carolina, plus Governor Glenn of Puerto Rico and other dignitaries attending a Thursday June 4 gathering. The fragmentary text notes roles such as secretary and chef chemist among the attendees.
Alabama Representative A A Wiley's condition improved after a trip to Hot Springs for rest and medical care. He was confined to his rooms at the Mitrop hotel for several days under the care of his physician. His brother Captain Goel and others visited, and telegrams of inquiry arrived from Stova Cell and others expressing concern.
Secretary Reat and Vir Bryce exchange ratifications of three treaties. The item notes ceremonies in Ottawa and Washington and mentions officials from Canada and the United States confirming the pacts.
Dr David A Spear assistant surgeon faces court martial on forgery theft and charges. Defense cites overindulgence in alcohol claiming insanity at the time of alleged crimes. Proceedings include testimony from the accused’s father and a classmate, with both sides presenting mental state arguments.
A fragment describes dead letters near a mill or mail facility. It mentions letters stored in delay, writs, and nonreturnable items. Some figures and places appear garbled but imply destruction or loss and notification to owners.
Brazil plans drastic measures against tuberculosis including compulsory reporting, state control of all cases, isolation of infectious individuals, and barring admission of TB patients or animals. The campaign targets Rio de Janeiro with penalties for violations and aims to fortify public health through sanitation and quarantine actions.
Washington garrisons of the Army and Navy Union plan a mass meeting at 8 PM in the Grand Army Hall to report on a Baltimore conference. The committee led by Capt Walter Michell, Barry Garrison, Dr Charles Pettys Porter Garrison, and Capt George Snyder Roosevelt Garrison was authorized to seek full restoration of four suspended garrisons. The meeting will formalize a resolution to restore the garrisons with a unanimous vote expected.
Resolutions from the International Gand Lodge Good Templars session oppose model saloons and liquor compromise while urging abolition of gambling at Monte Carlo and the sale of liquor. The meeting, held yesterday, adopted memorials, listed temperance measures, and reported on juvenile work and language reforms.
A carnival event drew over a hundred children from multiple schools and groups to perform on stage. Student choirs, instrumental numbers, and dances entertained a diverse audience, featuring a long list of named participants and accompanying teachers and organizers.
Thoughts turn to the battleship project with naval officials discussing preliminary work. No firm schedule or costs are given as planning continues at the New York Navy Yard amid attempts to advance construction and address uncertainties.
In a bitter Philadelphia political clash, State Senator James P McNichol faces warrants for Max Kauffmann and D Clarence Gibboney in perjury cases tied to a night-time incident involving Mayor Reyburn. Warrant delays and hearings are expected this Saturday as officials deny accusations while the fight deepens.
A revised act curtails board appointments at West Point provoking embarrassment to several figures. The president selects candidates despite law limits and Congress may still assign members to Military Affairs. Key appointees faced travel costs and questioned authority as the board planned an Academy visit during congressional sessions.
A presidential order designates Gen Wood on leave to attend the centennial celebration of the founding of the University of Saragossa in Spain on October 11. He travels as representative of the United States. Capt George Langborn of the Seventh Cavalry will accompany him as aide.
The scout cruiser Birmingham on a shaking down cruise at Guantanamo Bay is ordered back to Boston by July 1 for repairs and alterations. The cruiser North Carolina will take on midshipmen at Annapolis and sail for Guantanamo Bay on Saturday.
District Attorney Baker after reviewing testimony cleared the fire escape maker Gibbs of wrongdoing. The case involved the building inspectors department and Maria and Lawson, with public disclosure following the investigation.
At Annapolis Maryland June 4 the first class German dinner and parade marked Navy traditions. Midshipman Archibald Douglass led the event as graduates and partners filled Bancroft Hall, greeted by cheers from midshipmen. The day featured an infantry drill against an imaginary enemy and a naval engineering display. Weather dampened spectators but the ceremony preserved old customs.
Leaves of absence for Lieut Yohis and Lieut Wiley Firth extended. Maj Bitolih Bhert Medial Corps to proceed to Vancouver Harra ks Washington for duty. Several captains and lieutenants reassigned, retired, or placed on duty across multiple posts including Port Wayne and Wee Academy, with movements to Olympia, Clarlston, and various naval stations. Orders note ships arriving and leaving, and a general Alaska sailing date for the Twenty-second Infantry, with June 3% next.
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