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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1907
Page
12
National debate grows over railroad influence as J Pierpont Morgan and other magnates press for a policy aligning with federal aims. Congress debates whether any treaty can calm markets, regulate bonds, and restore public confidence amid proposed federal control and rate regulation battles.
A chaotic scene unfolds as railway magnates press Washington for new power while states rush to enact rate controls. Legislation mirrors federal aims with 2 cent passenger rates in many states and varied mileage based charges. The piece notes political maneuvers, campaign fund plans, and questions whether officials will bow to the new pressures.
A. B. Shekney of St. Paul, president of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad, arriving from the South, warned that a tremendous panic is being founded by state legislatures not policy of the president. He said railroads face bankruptcy if agitation continues and that in 1909 hundreds of thousands may lose work, urging federal control of railroads through a new cabinet department and streamlined interstate regulation. He noted Roosevelt policy wins but state laws worsen chaos and called for decisive action.
President Stickney warned that railroads face forced bankruptcy unless revenues rise. A mere one mill per ton per mile rate decrease would erase dividends, while a one and a third mill cut would wipe out bond and debt interests. Over six months wages, 60 percent of operating costs, rose about 10 percent, requiring a 10 percent rate increase to cover costs.
The Rock Island board chairman B F Yoaking reports to President Roosevelt on efforts to improve rail public relations. He notes a six month push to reorient old patron practices and says executives have toured towns to discuss issues with shippers and the public, aiming for better fellowship and harmony between railways and patrons. A Western rail executive criticizes Harriman, blaming him for much of the region's trouble and urging focus on railroad practices rather than attacking others. The piece discusses relations with shippers, the Interstate Commerce Commission, and 2 cent passenger rates amid public dissatisfaction.
Special to The Washington Post from Cincinnati Ohio reports Dr. Charles N Herdlicka was committed to Longview Hospital for acute insanity with alcoholism listed as the cause. His affidavit was filed by father Frank J Herdlicka of Walnut Hill. Details recount a varied career overseas and a later arrest for drunkenness with a suspended fine as he raved during the hearing.
Capt Kilburn of the Twenty sixth Infantry testified before the Senate Military Affairs Committee about Brownsville hostility to Black soldiers. He described threats to run negro troops out, alleged improper ammunition access, and townspeople with rifles. Lt Thompson corroborated hostile remarks and concerns over policing in Brownsville.
Letter from LARENCE M. DAY proposes federal action to reform finance. Create a Bureau authorized "certified Federal accountants" with revoke-for-cause certificates. Require bureau approval for investment solicits and annual independent examinations reporting to the bureau. Stating it a felony to stultify oneself.
Thomas M. Boucher a former fire department member and Spanish American War veteran died at Hoy s Hotel on Sixth street and Louisiana avenue northwest yesterday morning at 7 16. Pneumonia caused death. A blacksmith by trade he served in Cuba during the war and later returned to his trade. Survived by his wife Margaret M. Boucher nee Hoy and three children. Funeral from Hoy s Hotel tomorrow morning at 1 o'clock with burial at St Patrick s Church.
In Providence on March 12 the ninth week of the senatorial contest opened with no change in standings. In the joint assembly at noon the roll on the thirty fifth pallet showed Goddard 41 Col 38 Wetmore 20 Utter 1. Voting is expected to continue through the session with no election anticipated.
Albany March 12 The Panama Construction Company formed by the contractors with W J Oliver to finance the Panama Canal project under the Oliver bid certified to the Secretary of State that it has reduced its capital stock from five million six thousand dollars to fifteen thousand.
Postmaster General approves a six cent stamp for the Jamestown Ter-Centennial with blue Pocahontas likeness. Five cent stamp with Capt. John Smith head in green and ten million. A two cent stamp shows The Pounding of Jamestown in red with twelve million issued. Thomas C. Dawson reports U S Santo Domingo treaty laid before Dominican Congress awaiting ratification.
The United States Historical Society convened last evening at president H. A. Colman’s home at 138 Columbia Road to revise by laws and elect several new members, including prominent figures in Washington.
President Cramp of the Memphis Cotton Exchange told the Interstate Commerce Commission the city faces severe cotton congestion with over 33 000 bales in carriers awaiting shipment. The commission will study the issue and may launch its own investigation in Memphis if warranted.
Twenty five candidates seek entry to the consular service and must appear before the State Department for exams tomorrow under new rules by Secretary Hoot. Eighteen vacancies exist with thirteen filled by promotion from within, salaries range from 2 000 to 5 500 dollars annually. The process emphasizes education, world affairs knowledge, and one modern language French German or Spanish with English.
Public Printer Stillings says there will be no wholesale dismissals at the Government Printing Office. Some employees may be dropped for inefficiency, but overall staff will be retained. A new paymasters alignment affects clerical floors. about fifty clerks are included. The Forest Service expands publications on forest extension and tree studies for the Middle West. Portland Postmaster Meyer and Rep. Allen met postmaster general about Pine Tree State salary increases. Educational contest submissions accepted through April first.
Commercial club committees visiting the isthmus report favorable conditions for canal completion by 1915, noting ample housing and sanitary living for workers, strong esprit de corps, and adequate white and black labor while opposing Chinese labor. They urge better dump facilities, food service, and recreational amenities. Charles Gordon Knox dies at sea. he led St Louis Commercial Club efforts.
A Pennsylvania woman recounts years of stomach pain and constipation from coffee use. After swapping to Postum Food Coffee and reading The Road to Wellville, six weeks of three daily servings cleared her stomach problems and improved her digestion and complexion. She praises nature’s foods and bottles no medicines, urging others to try Postum.
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