Funeral of Senator Flowers Amid World War II Era Obits
President and Mrs Roosevelt sent floral tributes as Secretary Taft ordered flags to half mast for the funeral of Senator Flowers. The service drew a large RTC attendance with a special train to Proctor, and Senate adjourned as lawmakers paid respects. Messages and telegrams poured in from officials and citizens alike.
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Congress Pays Tribute To Vermont Senator Bray
A funeral oration recalls Redfield Bray a Vermonter veteran U S Senator praised for firm resolve energy and service to state and nation. Speakers stressed Bray’s strong leadership loyalty to Vermont and enduring public life while mourning his death and vowing to honor his memory.
Senate Acknowledges Death of Colleague and Plans Funeral Attendees
The Vice President announced a committee of Senators Dillingham Daniel Gallinger Perkins Taliaferro Overman and Hemenway to attend the funeral. Senator Daniel recalls a promise at Senator Bate’s grave and the chamber adjourns as further respect is paid with resolutions and a delegation named to accompany the body home.
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Foster Seen as Vermont Senate Candidate by Legislature
Vermont political observers expect Representative David J. Foster to be chosen by the legislature to fill the late U S Senate seat after Senator Proctor. They doubt Governor Proctor will appoint a successor, noting Proctor’s father urged the legislature as successor and that the governor’s role is not obligatory in a deceased-senator scenario.
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Railroads Face Court Relief Debate in Interstate Law Fight
The Commerce Commission may compel railroad firms to obey even as they seek court protection. Senators and judges weigh whether receiverships deter business, with discussion of the International and Great Northern case and opinions by Judge Bartlett and Justice Miller. A Vermont contest for the Senate seat amid railroad receiver questions adds political depth.
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Hansbrough Likely To Lead Agriculture Committee
Capitol buzz surrounds Senate committee assignments after Senator Proctor's term. Hansbrough is favored to take chair of the Agriculture and Forests Committee, with Nelson possibly succeeding Banstrough on Public Lands. Other shifts may restore Wetmore to the Appropriations panel while addressing Proctor's legacy on related committees.
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Congress Condensed on Vermont Senator Proctor's Death
The Senate adjourned after the death of Vermont Senator Proctor and will reconvene in ten days at noon. The House also adjourned pending official notice, while discussions noted railroad receiverships and the impact of federal courts on interstate lines. Senator Newlands warned that many railways may pass to receivers, yet warned of the harm from watered stock and the need for sound guidance to protect markets and future funding.
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Reframe Aldrich bill to accept Johnston plan
Senate Finance Committee to shape currency reform next Tuesday. Amendments-to be considered will include Johnston’s two thirds reserve requirement and La Follette’s property valuation, with railroad bond security rewritten to widen support and aim for a close final vote. Democratic and Republican senators anticipate strategic support shifts.
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Hearings on Prohibition Set by House District Committee
The House District Committee ordered hearings on prohibition in the District with March 11 set as the date. Speakers from all sides will have a chance to present views. Four bills passed the committee and will be reported to the House, including one regulating private hospitals and asylums, and others extending street and transit lines in the District.
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Criticizes Patent Office Salaries and Practices
Representative Currier of New Hampshire denounces the Patent Office as underfunded and mismanaged. He says low examiner pay drives away talent and claims patents are improperly granted while England and Germany sometimes reject U.S. patents. He calls for higher salaries and reforms to reduce rushed reviews.
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Nightly Capitol Rumpus In Hobson Tale Goes Awry
Richmond P Hobson of Alabama recounts a dinner anecdote about Merrimac as a drunken interruption erupts with a shouted rebuke. The incident unfolds at a stag dinner in Washington with Hobson briefly humbled and the guest leaving before the evening ends.
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Legislative Briefs From The Senate And House Actions
Congress acts on post office funding and closes debate after Senator Proctor’s death. Attorney General Bonaparte reports favorably on a Senate rendment to sue to prove federal title to Pacific Coast railroad lands. The Interstate Commerce Committee heard talks on routing and low rates. A Georgia delegate bills the President for Bureau of Corporations data. A Life-saving Service pay hike advances in both chambers. A bill legalizing local steam vessel inspectors issuing officer certificates moves forward.
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Tokyo Exposition Bid Gets House Favorable Report
The House Committee on Appropriations yesterday favored a 500000 appropriation for U S participation in the Tokyo exposition of 192. The Senate plan allocates 359000. Amendments would raise the amount and authorize free transport of exhibits on U S ships to Japan. Hayes of California noted Japan has spent about 1250000 on exhibits here, and the State Department backed a 50000 appropriation for Tokyo.
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Foss Navy Bill Favored by House Subcommittee
The House Naval Committee subcommittee reported favorably the Foss bill to equalize navy and marine corps pay. It increases officers pay from admiral down to align with army standards, mirroring the Dick-Capron bill. Pay Inspector Cowle testified the measure simplifies the pay table and places officers on equal footing, reducing ill will.
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Final Cuba talks at White House before Magoon departure
A final conference on Cuban affairs was held at the White House late yesterday as Gov. Magoon prepared to depart for Havana. The Havana telephone concession, a key issue, was reviewed with emphasis on public demand for service renewal. Magoon will investigate and report in writing on his return to Cuba.
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Panama Estate in Dispute Over 25000 in Jewelry and Cash
American consul general in Panama reports a confusing probate fight over the estate of Effie S Hankens. Two claimants, a Kansas husband and a Kentucky son, contest a Panama Circuit Court order awarding the estate to one party. The secretary of state’s opinion references treaty implications with the United States.
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Towns to Have Label Sign Posts For Post Offices
Postmaster General Meyer seeks to aid travelers by adding the words post office to town signs at 70 000 offices nationwide. Fourth class offices over 60 000 will have signs funded by local postmasters, with department signs provided where premises are leased. Public requests for the plan are on file.
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Watch for Judge Ballinger at retirement reception
An informal reception honored Judge eR. A. Ballinger on retiring as commissioner of the General Land Office. A watch and muffler were presented, with Judge J. W. Witlen delivering the speech. Ballinger thanked the staff and left for Seattle to practice law. Fred Wernett succeeded him as commissioner and Lemuel Proudfit became assistant commissioner.
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Cement Bid Opening Delayed for Isthmus Cement
The bid opening for supplying 4 800 000 barrels of cement for the Isthmus of Panama has moved from March 12 to April 13. Secretary Taft ordered the postponement amid a Senate Frye resolution on transporting canal supplies in American vessels. Specifications cite transport in foreign and American bottoms.
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Cures Eczema Quickly With New Drug Poslam
A year after discovery the posigm drug poslam is claimed to cure thousands of eczema cases and other skin troubles. To suit smaller needs a 30 cent size is now sold alongside the $2 package, available at Ogram's and O'Donnell's in Washington or by mail from Emergency Laboratories New York City. Results vary by condition with immediate relief in mild cases and rapid healing in chronic cases. Samples are offered free for experimentation by writing to the laboratories.
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Partnership Notice for HARLY & LAMPTON Ceases
Special notices from Washington DC warn that the partnership between THARLEA EARLY and JAMES Tush FON under the name HARLY & LAMPTON has ceased to exist. The notice calls for any parties with claims to come forward and settle affairs.
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Juror Must Pay Fine in Coin Toss Verdict
Justice Guy of the Supreme Court refused to remit a 30 dollar fine on Edward Cavanaugh, one of twelve jurors in an accident suit verdict against a railroad. Cavanaugh claimed he objected to the coin toss and only agreed due to pressure, but he acquiesced and failed to report promptly. The decision aims to deter improper jury action in the future.
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Naval bill seeks Pearl Harbor harbor defense docks
Representative Bates reports the House Naval Affairs Committee favoring a 700000 dollar appropriation to build docks and buildings for a Pearl Harbor naval station, with total project cost 2600000 dollars. The President praised the committee action and would back enactment. Oklahoma Republicans name Zeley and Whiting as delegates to back Taft.
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Lost a Million on Races in New York Suit
Charles Micke, beef-packing firm manager, testified before Justice Greenbaum and a jury that he gambled away nearly $1,000,000 on horse races over twenty years, with one year losing as much as $20,000. He is the defendant in a suit brought by Joseph Barker to recover $4,301 from a stock deal. The testimony accompanies notes on a stalled street railway bill conference and Senator Long’s travel.
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Death of W N Beauclerk in Washington notes career
Special Cable reports William Neithorpe Beauclerk a British minister and consul general died aged fifty nine. He served as attaché or secretary of legation in Copenhagen Athens St Petersburg Rome Washington Berlin and penny. A descendant of the eighth Duke of St Albans, he was fifty nine.
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Four-story scaffold collapse in New York kills two bricklayers
In New York today a scaffold collapsed sending four workers four stories to the basement. Two men, Michael Surns and Hanley Ringwood, were killed instantly. The remaining two bricklayers suffered serious injuries but are not believed to be fatally hurt.
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