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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1908
Page
27
The article reports newly appointed members on the Agriculture Committee and their stance on budgetary matters. It notes proposed department actions under Secretary Wilson and hints at political maneuvering within appropriations to address the threatened deficit.
The report notes a currency measure faces delay and is postponed to the following week. Officials and lawmakers remain hopeful for passage as discussions continue. The timeline shifting aims to secure support and avoid further postponements.
A tense alumni dinner at Ue Saturn Chidast featured speakers defending President Ronse.tt amid claims of looming endorsements from Hughes. The event drew praise for the president from attendees, who warned against attacks from opposition factions and urged unity within the Massachusetts group.
Commander William F Fullam reports the Newport naval training station expects to graduate about 7000 apprentices yeomen musicians and cooks this year, versus 4902 in 1907. He notes the station’s importance, plans for a winter drills pavilion, and that total station costs would near 2 million dollars, with appropriations cited for public works since the station’s founding.
A joint committee will seek agreement on the district traction measure and a Navy Yard track bill moves toward the House. The Senate and House clash on street railway extensions and rail lines into the northeast, with public utilities plans near readiness. The Navy Yard track bill and the 9000 United States Treasury purchase for a new line are under committee scrutiny ahead of next Thursday’s meeting.
House Committee considers slow investigation into Post Office Department spending and potential economical reforms. Speaker Madden notes delays until appropriation bills resolved, while opponents warn against premature conclusions and push for targeted efficiency measures without overhauls.
Capt Hart, injured Saturday morning when thrown from a street car, remains in critical condition at Georgetown University Hospital. Doctors report skull fracture and modest signs of recognition from family at his bedside as he stabilizes with slow, uncertain recovery ahead.
The new cruiser achieved an average speed of 26 mph per hour, covering the route from Lilvebeth to Thatchers Island in an hourslong trial. Its peak speed in a 15 minute window reached 0.6 knots, and the craft exceeded the contract target by 2.55 knots, surpassing builder Mose Squares forecast.
Leon Alburn poet and author, arriving from San Francisco Col yesterday, staying at 1593 8 street northwest, plans a lecture soon. He has written Extract of Russians Polis Histor, Tennels Future, The Hope and To the Patriotic Land and studied economic conditions in both Russia and the country.
Representative Edwin Denby of Michigan criticizes rumors that Japan seeks exclusive control of Manchuria trade to the United States detracting from open door policy. Denby argues the United States must resist Japan’s unilateral gains while supporting neutral commerce and maintaining peace in the Far East. He cites his experience in China and warns against aggression that could force war, urging stronger adherence to international trade norms.
Dr Henry J Harris of the Department of Commerce and Labor urged the District to enact a child labor law, noting 2600 District children under fourteen employed and citing Census figures. The District Federation of Women's Clubs endorsed a federal bill to curb child labor while discussing art duties and Roosevelt conservation.
A historical ad claims heart weakness stems from poor circulation and impurities. It touts Dr Niles Heart Cure to strengthen nerves and muscles, recounting sinking spells that ceased after five bottles and a note about payment handling by Miles Medical Co.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports against Senator Fulton of Oregon proposing discretionary power to suspend a rate increase after a single shipper protest. The commission would require the carrier to prove the rate is just and reasonable, delaying any rise and risking a hard rule against railroads. Chairman Knapp says such cumulative cases burden an already overworked commission.
A Sanuel Gompers motion to withdraw from the American Federationist signals pressure to curb antitrust action. President Roosevelt faces broad calls to direct the Department of Justice to pursue unions under the Sherman Act while Gompers retreats from leadership.
The Buckeye Club number from Ohio plans a permanent rental of 2000 dollars per year after obtaining a fine house at the northeast corner of Thirty third Street and Madison Avenue. An informal opening yesterday drew speakers praising Ohio’s prominence in the city. The total openings are expected to occur in about a month with Secretary Taft and other notable figures possibly present.
A Senate subcommittee on Commerce discussed a 5 million dollar waterways improvement bill and will invite the Inland Waterways Commission to advise during early stages. Separately at Annapolis, the U S monitor Nevada awaits burial of Lieut Crim Isaac Knight Seymour whose sudden death occurred at the Norfolk yard.
An old advertisement touts Humora Sarsaparain as a cure that removes pimples and eruptions, cleanses the system, and clears the complexion, claiming sexual and bodily blemishes are eliminated and the skin improves with spring use.
A former Auburn prisoner writes about the strict no-talk rule and its claimed mental toll. He describes perpetual silence, limited conversations, and punishments including solitary cells and loss of earned wages, arguing the policy fuels desperation and poverty after release.
Readers seek pension rates and eligibility from the Spanish American War era. Lawyers and the Pension Editor discuss qualifying disability, evidence of dependence, date of abandonment, and how widows may claim or restore pensions. Cases cover service-related deaths, double-rate issues, and restoration under acts, with examples from named correspondents.
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