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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1908
Page
20
Texas senator defends his currency bill and assails asset proposal in a notable speech. He denounces constitutional disregard and state rights impairment while warning of a vast nation outcome, urging reforms to banking and financial policy.
Bailey argues about Roosevelt, branding him both brave and arbitrary, and criticizes the push for national currency control by banks. He contends government currency power should rest with Congress, condemning banks as self serving and unpatriotic during famine times.
Senator Seestor Batley of Texas speaks on currency, opposing greenback era ideas while defending government notes. Bailey criticizes President for rail regulation, warns of centralizing power, and attributes the panic to overuse of bank credits in New York and risky deposits. he cites high living and a desire to get rich as other causes.
The funeral for Adolph Meyer of Louisiana was held in New Orleans with interment at Metairie Cemetery. The House chamber draped in black honored the late member as colleagues noted his death reported by Rep Ransdell. The House adjourned briefly until noon after the service.
Senator Aldrich aims to secure a final currency bill vote this week with Friday or Saturday tactics. The last opposition speech is expected Thursday by Senator La Follette as amendments linger. Senators McLaurin Clarke Arkansas join today and tomorrow, with debate likely lasting two more days before a final vote.
Brooklyn lawyer Martin W. Littleton stated yesterday that in his view there will be a striking similarity in the platforms. He emphasized the need for careful comparison of proposals and possible common ground among parties.
A fragmentary exchange from the Philadelphia Prom remarks that the platform will mirror the Republicans. Miss Budd and Miss Chellus are quoted amid a light exchange with Mr Littleton and Mr Hensom, noting the casual tone and unclear garbled wording.
Prof Breckenridge urged Congress to establish engineering experimental stations in all states to parallel the work of agricultural experiment stations. He described tests on high speed steel reinforced concrete roofs and railroad spike holding power, stressing need for precise knowledge to conserve resources and improve manufacturing.
Delegates arrive for the first International Congress of Mothers convening at Metropolitan Methodist Church to discuss child welfare. Prominent attendees include Mrs Schoff and Mrs Birney, with addresses by Mrs Lippincott and the British Ambassador. The event honors Mrs Theodore Birney and considers a national Mothers Day observance led by Miss Anna Jarvis.
The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad Company donates 15000 to the Citizens' Health Committee's bubonic plague fund to exterminate rats and improve sanitation. Reports indicate Southern Pacific Company chair BH Harriman authorized a 30000 contribution.
United States Senator Frank G Briggs denies plotting for Taft’s nomination and says he has not met Dryden or agreed to instruct New Jersey’s delegation for Taft. He asserts no deal to turn Jersey votes and reports of a Dryden visit are untrue.
Special to The Washington Post reports Col James M Guffey of Pittsburgh, a longtime anti Bryan foe, shifted to support Bryan after a conference with State Treasurer William Berry. Following talks, Guffey’s representative met Bryan supporters and it was announced Pennsylvania Democrats would go to Denver instructed for Bryan.
A March 9 notice on the doors of Mir e Speisman & Brernberg in Brooklyn announces temporary suspension of business due to financial difficulties. Depositors, including Malian, Syrian, and Jewish women, gathered outside, threatening the bank as police dispersed the crowd. Deposits totaled about $0000, mostly under $100. the firm promises full payment if patients remain.
Atlantia Mai May 9 speech at Danatur promotes ratification of the disfranchisement bill, claiming the law will free the state from citizens deemed unable to govern themselves. He cites growing temperance sentiment and predicts eventual state and regional prohibition momentum across the South.
State Senator Alfred R Page, longtime Hughes campaign manager in New York, visited Washington yesterday with Representative Bennet. He met President Roosevelt, declined to discuss policies, and said Secretary Taft did not yet consider him a factor in the Republican nomination.
Special to The Woentlegion Pow New York Mar 9 The Tammany executive committee will meet tomorrow at 4 pm to issue the formal call for the Democratic primaries and appoint subcommittees to arrange transportation for the Tammany delegation to the Denver convention Leader Charles E Murphy said no resolutions favoring any Presidential candidate would be adopted by the committee He doubted the Democratic State committee would adopt such resolutions at its next meeting
Perry Belmont wins a court ruling limiting servant absences without permission. Judge Mills holds that a servant may not leave an employer’s premises without consent, affirming that even discharged workers are only owed wages through the discharge date. The decision, backed by similar rulings, sets a precedent aiding housekeepers and employers.
West Virginia official representing Fairmont Coal Company urged Congress to establish a Federal Bureau of Mines to investigate mine disasters. He cited Monongah’s 356 deaths and argued states and companies cannot bear the burden alone. He warned another accident would ruin company leadership.
Dalzell emphatically denies reports that House and Senate leaders agreed to a joint resolution seeking data from State Commerce Labor Treasury and the Treasury for tariff framing. He says policy will be set by the Republican national convention, not by Congress action. The Ways and Means Committee will act when ready, based on internal information, not department reports.
The district race for Republican national convention delegates shows Foraker favored for president with Burt Patterson backers. Flather Horner ticket divided on Taft support, while Burt gains strength from veterans and districts. Bieber's stance confuses allies, and the Permanent Republican Club backs Plather Horner for delegates with a strong alternates slate.
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