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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1908
Page
12
Sen Charles Depew supports Richard Aldrich and the New York Stock Exchange amid accusations it fueled money panic fears. He urges an asset currency and higher comptroller salary to retain capable leaders, arguing the country needs a strong federal monetary stance and banking safeguards.
The article outlines proposed changes affecting postal clerks and city delivery personnel. It mentions paid leaves of absence up to thirty days annually and extending similar privileges to postal clerks in the Hallway Mail Service and related staff during extended operations. The language suggests amendments to post office personnel regulations and pay allowances.
Secretary of State Bac communicated a message from Portugal’s government expressing gratitude for the Congress resolution on the assassination of Portugal’s King and Crown Prince. The note conveys assurances of participation by allied authorities and the nation’s abhorrence of the act. The piece notes further puzzling scenes in the upcoming Exhuvational Contest advertisement.
Senate considered pay scale changes raising officer pay from percent to two per cent and extended allowances. The Army pay bill faced advocacy shifts and a new currency measure drew attention. The Hague conventions and Swiss arbitration treaty were favorably reported. The Electric Boat Company methods investigation received authorization. A Catholic Church claim of 403000 was settled for the Manila bishop. The House adjourned at 4:50 PM until noon today.
Frank Boyd Gary former speaker and state representative was elected to succeed A. C. Latimer as South Carolina senator receiving eighty one votes after fifteen ballots. He will serve the unexpired term ending March 4 next and expects Bryan to be nominated at Denver. Gary born March 9 1860 is from a prominent family with relatives on the state Supreme Court and as a circuit judge.
The Senate Committee on Territories favors the Welson bill to regulate Alaska liquor. A treaty with Switzerland for dispute settlement was ratified and similar pacts discussed. Senator Fulton reports an omnibus arms bill with substantial appropriations. William Pearson nominated as assayer at Charlotte, North Carolina offices. Gottshalk nominated and confirmed as consul general, previously stationed in Mexico City. Ocean subsidy bill to be taken up. Senate postponed due to Senator Proctor's death. New York Shipbuilding and Union Iron Works warn of changes if the eight hour rule becomes law. Sing L. Kold to become Alaska district court judge. Navy reform proposals seek abolishing irons as punishment. Idaho Rep French seeks to bar Japanese and Korean laborers. immigration ban proposed. Vessel masters face grants funding limits. Naval inquiry targets ship construction with a list of officers to be examined. Chicago bankers oppose stock exchange and futures legislation. a Cullom-proposed petition argues such laws would harm commercial interests.
Senator Hale introduced a bill to regulate wireless telegraphy. It would require Utal corporations operating apparatus for commercial purposes to hold licenses from the Secretary of Commerce and Labor. The measure aims to prevent messages from extending beyond state jurisdiction and to place wireless business under government control, with wartime powers to close stations or convert them to public use. Licenses could be revoked for interference with military stations, and foreign ships within territorial waters would fall under the act.
Senate passed the Army pay bill with raises for all ranks. An amendment would curb executive discretion by fixing pay for enlisted men, aiming to remove presidential control. Debate hinged on whether officers and soldiers should receive equal death benefits and six months pay to families at death.
The Navy pay bill, leveling pay between Navy Marine Corps officers and Army officers, won committee approval to report favorably to the House. The panel backed extending retired pay benefits to rear admirals retired under the 18% act and approved a naval militia bill giving the Navy Department control over the militia. Consideration of a chaplains bill showed limits on numbers and ranks, with Chaplain G Livingston Baird testifying in support. no action taken.
Senator Penrose, chair of the Post offices and Post-roads committee, reported against a bill to modify newspaper entry rules and leave admission powers to the Postmaster General. Introduced repeatedly in Congress, it has historically faced reform challenges and criticized as an attack on press liberty. The committee recommended an adverse report after investigation at yesterday's meeting.
Speaker Cannon and Chairman Tawney visited the Bureau of Engraving and Printing with Elliott Woods to inspect conditions and advocate a new building amid overcrowding complaints. Union members report intolerable workspaces and a crowded printing division with 250 staff in a tight room, amid extreme summer heat.
Railroad officials testified before the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee against the Fulton bill that would block rate hikes until Interstate Commerce Commission review. J M Culp Southern Railway argued the law would hinder low rate testing and broader concessions, while NY Central’s Charles C Paulding noted similar flaws in the amendment proposed by Senator Newlands. Hearings continue. other items include China trade impeachment proceedings and Washington planners opposing changes to Enfant Plan and Grant Memorial alley.
A vivid, chaotic reminiscence from the Ruins of Washington Dee See evokes Aesop fable chaos with a donkey, elephant, and four moonlit men named Ptapht Can Nom Bryan Parker. Pharaoh laughs at a tale of a man with two wives who tamps away his hair until bald, then hums a Merry Widow waltz.
In a heated House session, Representative Lilley urged a new special committee to investigate the Electric Boat Company and its influence on Naval Committee members. The panel, authorized unanimously, will gather testimony in Washington and report findings quickly.
Bills introduced in the House include a measure by Mr Adair Indiana to suppress trusts pools and combinations with penalties for violations. Mr Thomas North Carolina seeks to appropriate 1,000,000 for fortification at Fort Mizen NOC. Mr Cox Indiana proposes repealing a statute that limits foreign yacht club privileges allowing U S access without proper customs entry. The Senate District Committee failed to meet due to Senator Gallinger's absence while accompanying Senator Proc tard to Vermont.
Congregational and Unitarian churches in Washington DC announce morning and evening services with sermons by pastors such as Rev Gemuel H Wood U De and others. The schedule includes Sunday school, youth activities, choir performances, and lectures by various speakers across multiple venues including Ninth Street northwest and Tenth and G streets.
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