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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1908

Page

20

FOR STRAIGHT AVENUE COSTS REPORTED TO BE CLEARED

A district official proposes removing costs from assessments for benefits to straighten avenues. The plan aims to adjust charges, relieve taxpayers, and fund essential district improvements.

New Hampshire Senate Spares Major Trade and Patents Bill

The measure authorizes review of trade marks and patents, extends powers of the attorney general to regulate commercial names, and seeks reforms to pension and regulatory provisions. It involves the introduction by Representative Ford and faces debate over costs and enforcement, with several amendments requested by committee members.

Senate

Consular Bill Reports Tie Reorganization and Costs

The report details a consular bill tied to reorganizing certain services with projected savings and costs. It cites figures of up to 900 dollars in annual savings and mentions changes in transportation and office expenses. The text references schedules and branches, urging timely notices to avoid inconvenience.

Legislative Briefs Highlight Naval, Health, and Drug Bills

The report outlines proposed legislation on naval matters including new steam colliers at 7000 ton capacity and naval militia reforms, plus Senate action on paying Hut 9) to the Archbishop of Manila and claims for damages by U.S. military forces. It also covers public health measures to boost officer pay and investigations into diseases, and a Mann request bill restricting interstate sale of habit forming drugs to original prescriptions only. Read the want ads.

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Congress Condensed Briefly on Senate Floor

Mc Bacon opening remarks critiqued executive entrenchment while Beaster Gimens of North Carolina addressed the Senate on subsidy concerns. Panama Canal bid discussed as session adjourned until Monday. five appropriation bills advanced and private pensions passed. chamber adjourned at 471 o clock with no further action.

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Bacon a Sharp Critic. Fun Poked at Conference

In a candid session, Bacon offered sharp critique of the conference proceedings while delivering lighthearted barbs that amused attendees. His remarks touched on procedure and policy with a brisk, humorous edge.

Senate debate over White House conferences and Panama bill

The Senate discussed a White House conference amid criticism of executive overreach and a Panama transportation bill. Senator Bacon questioned alleged informal labor amendments, while Senator Simmons urged pay parity for second class mail ships and urged limiting compensation.

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Bill Passed Raises Post Office Salaries in Historic Increase

The House approved an amendment to the post office appropriation bill to fund salary increases for first class letter carriers and clerks, totaling an annual rise of about 60 million cents, a historic higher appropriation. The vote faced vigorous attack from Chairman Tawney but won backing from both parties as the measure advanced.

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Lilley Faces House Probe Over Witness Rights Testimony Fight

The House investigating committee, led by Boutell, will callSecretary Metcalf and last year’s submarine test board to testify and may issue subpoenas for Lilley’s witness list. Lilley complains the panel denies direct examination rights, promising to press for witnesses and transcripts while ensuring lawful procedure.

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Diverse church notices and religious services listed with local speakers

The page lists multiple churchs and denominations in a single group with dates and times for services, sermons, and weekday prayers. It names Rev J Henning Nelma Rev Roland Cotten Smith Rev Patip Hi Whinelander Rev E Slater Dunlop and others, detailing locations on streets such as Sixteenth and Seventeenth NW and G Street.

Episcopal Cpiprany Church Thirteenth Fourteenth Streets Ree Mehim Holy Commission Fe Reese F Alnop Will Prasch J Henning Nelma Johns Church Roland Cotten Smith F H Bigetow Holy Communion Dionese Patip Hi Whinelander Cambridge Divinity School Thoraf Kev Westo Bruner Ford Baraca Philathea Clases Darlington Berea Laaz van Ho Grace Uselman Rav J Dilliam Waldron L Street Sixteenth Seventeenth Streets Middle Alsies Mubject Unitarian All Sons Church Fourteenth L Streste Ulasea Gery Ermon Young Peoples Congregational First Congregational Church Tenth G Streeta Samuel H Woodrow Eich Faust Fading Merchant Mual Blecholf New Church Siaterath Corcora Streats Frank Seal Pantor Werren Cambridge Stud Pastore Young Peapin Lenea Org Ilerare

Opposition to Car Shortage Bill Stirs Railway Agents

Penresanta voices against a car shortage bill, arguing it would force railroads to hoard equipment to meet demand and justify banning demurrage deals. Avery Turner and Avery Purner of major lines warn that rigid provisions invite conspiracies and worsen congestion, urging wiser regulation.

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Flan Civil Service Annuity Plan Favors Washington Officials

A reform committee in the Civil Service system proposes a pension measure benefiting government clerks in Washington. Merbert Bewn, formerly at the Commerce and Labor Department, ties to Chicago insurance. the panel plans monthly meetings and ten year terms. The likely outcome is a shift in support among committee members and a vote in upcoming weeks.

Mery Washington Merbert Bewn Y Lapartment & Commerce and Mw Connecrel Chicago

Watkins on Naval Committee Appointment

The text notes Louwsiaman succeeding to a seat once held by Representative Meyer on the Naval Committee. Representative Watling is seated and serving a term in Congress. Howse is involved with the vacancy. Meyer’s successor is discussed with reference to the late Mayer and a prior supporter group.

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Stranger of foreign appearance interrupts Senate session at chamber door

Yesterday afternoon a man with a distinctly foreign look rushed into the chamber where Senator Carter spoke and seated himself in an important chair. Assistant Sergeant at Arms Layton demanded proof of his credentials and ordered him out after the visitor produced a New York City address and a lawyer’s card. The incident was quickly contained and details of the messengers and guards’ actions remain unreported.

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Postum Cures Insomnia In Coffee Sufferer

A testimony from a Coffee addict turned Postum convert describes relief from insomnia headaches and nervous strain after switching to Postum. The speaker credits the beverage with clearer mind renewed vigor and return to work and health over nearly five years of use with continued affection for the drink.

Cole Ponce de Leons

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