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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1908
Page
26
A violent account describes Dr von Teuber's expedition where Ne is killed from exposure and several others hospitalized amid famine. Wild natives shoot a barbed arrow into a camp as food and aid are sought, with fever and illness forcing men to hospital beds.
Justice Bethea warned that numerous criminal cases may be dismissed if the government cannot prepare for trials. He indicated many charges involving rebates and combinations to restrain trade in furniture and railways, with issues spanning Chicago and Sarita routes. The motion urged advancing cases to the Supreme Court and expanding government staff to handle the load.
A fragmented report notes debate over keeping a yard open to visitors on Sunday. Officials discuss memorial wording and legal authority, with references to a Philadelphia business, a navy yard, and local delegates weighing options amid public interest and potential order revocation.
Chicago March 2 The Illinois Central annual stockholders meeting adjourned shortly after noon as proxy reporting lag delayed a complete report. Judge Hall had refused an injunction blocking votes on Union Punt shares, with an appeal likely to take months. Harriman absent. daughter to be married in New York. Astor and Vanderbilt not present. Lake City Utah May 2 Defendants to answer Sherman Act dispute within thirty days. summons in equity saved. penalties entered against all defendants.
Military orders detail the governor dispatching the state militia to Fort Mont NH for the trial of Rost Lirut Osos usk Pwelfth Cavalry. Several officers are relieved from duty at Fort Loman and others placed on leave or reassigned as the resignation and absence terms are approved.
The document lists orders to naval officers and movements of vessels and personnel. It mentions Lunt family, various officers including Gartnet and Jayne, and assignments to Washington DC for special duties. Locations include Mare Island, Boston, and Bowtin with ships at ports Hag Hannibal Tanna and others.
The Williamsport vote concluded with Citizens Heket defeating the Progrerane ticket. Provisional results show Bure, Byren, Moham Ho Beard, HC rdinger, and William W Reed among noted participants in the contest.
President James McLea of the Pennsylvania Railroad reports that new federal and state laws, plus the New York tunnel extension charges, depress earnings. Revenue declines from lower passenger fares and higher operating costs amid reduced traffic, with net income down and capital costs rising as work on the New York tunnel project proceeds.
The Pennsylvania Railroad presents its 1907 annual report showing gross earnings from operations and rising taxes, with dividends at seven percent. Directors discuss wage reductions and the necessity of balancing stockholder returns against rising costs, including labor pressure and federal mediation.
The monthly government statement shows total receipts of 48 424 999 and expenditures of 405 118 for the month. Customs receipts total 22 470 951 with internal revenue 15 490 416, down from prior period. Civil and miscellaneous expenses rise by about 8190000, war costs up over 470000, pensions up, and public works spending up. overall expenditures exceed receipts, marking a substantial deficit against the prior period.
Statement from the general manager indicates wage reductions or layoffs may be postponed until mid March or later. A company circular to labor union chairs has received few replies and appears to acknowledge receipt of the proposition without commitment.
The bulletin notes white flour has the highest available protein energy among single rations. Washburn Crosby's Gold Medal Flour is advertised as the best white flour for sale by grocers.
Interstate Commerce Commission announces it will consider petitions seeking extension of the hours of service law for railroad telegraphers. The decision warns that extending shifts would raise operating costs and force station closings on many lines. About forty railroads object, and exceptions will be made in specific cases after hearings.
Representatives of employes organizations from the grand lodges meet President Shepherd of the Order of Railroad Conductors in New York City. The group plans to back the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington to enforce the nine hour law for railroad telegraphers and foremen.
President Merc of the United Rail Road Men's Organization announced a coordinated anti Hughes campaign. The United Bailead Wens Organization reports an interim headquarters to direct the effort for the upper part of the state as local union officers plan meetings with Grand Chief Stem and Grand Chief Morrisey of railroad orders to discuss strategy.
Wood Stone, grand chief of the Order of Locomotive Engineers, reports wage-cut talks with Southern Railway officials. Stone left for Chicago to attend a meeting where tram operatives and railway representatives discuss the applied house of service rule. He plans to return to Washington by Friday or Saturday. The Pont is the paper that reaches the people with the full pocketbook.
A post office financial strain prompts management to seek court aid to reopen supplier funding and secure repayment obligations. The move aims to stabilize payroll as the operation works through debts and employee compensation concerns.
Postmaster Barnes announced promotions and transfers following the death of Capt Charlies E Har tung, longtime Station P superintendent. Officials moving include Joan Wo Cottar to Station F, Frederick Sillere to halls supervisor, Frederick MooBerkweiter to malls supervisor, Edain A Heilig to registry superintendent, Stine G Burstey to foreman mailing division, Chude T Thornburg to clerk and foreman, Charles Le Bros to clerk, and John Mo Rielles to clerk, effective April 1.
Maller and Duckett sue the laundry and its president Lor Tyndall in District Supreme Court claiming nullment of a 34901 stock purchase due to alleged misrepresentation. Plaintiff asserts the president stated strong profits and his own membership was unchanged.
Gotn EO Roller petitions the District Supreme Court to enjoin Aven Clark from further prosecuting a tax sale case for lots and 1 equale on northeast W Washington. The plaintiff claims title acquired in 1859 and challenges tax sale regularity due to records loss. He asserts abandonment by previous owners and seeks defense based on lapse of time and technicality. Also, Louis J. Pfeffer appeals a December conviction for making a handbook on the races to the District Court of Appeals today.
A Miss Fowler sues the railway company for five thousand dollars in the United States Supreme Court seeking damages for alleged permanent injuries from a June accident. The petition names several defendants and cites a crossing incident on a street, with claims of excessive speed and permanent disability.
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