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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1908
Page
42
The Senate adjourned after convening to announce the death of Senator Whyte of Maryland. Leaders plan to resume with remarks on currency and executive clerk pay amid debate on future investigations and Printing Office issues.
Meyer, from a business center, joins the District Committee with keen municipal interest. The report notes strong support from local business leaders and labor groups, highlighting his influence on district affairs and potential seat in Congress.
Lawmakers in the District press anti gambling bill aimed at banning betting on horse races and stock deals. Representative Campbell of Kansas urges passage to curb bucket shops while noting stock wagering is widespread year round and races open for betting. The bill also seeks to reseal gas company capital limits and address public utilities concerns.
A historical Washington gossip piece discusses Representative Walb of North care and other early congressional history. It references government powers, state actions, and debates over war measures, with mentions of committees, votes, and the Maryland legislature. The text blends biographical hints with policy and political maneuvering from the era.
Representative Sherwood introduces a joint resolution to study government ownership and preservation of Monticello. Despite offers, Levy declines selling. plans to keep Monticello out of private hands persist. Predictions swing to Taft, with Roosevelt and Hull urging pro-Cotton industrial policy.
Lawmakers clash over the Aldrich currency measure amid party lines and calls for unity. Representative Mouser and others demand strong leadership as the house weighs proposed bonds and presidential alignment.
The family of Maryland figure Wilandinknes Whsts, a U S Senator, plans private funeral rites after his death in Raleigh due to a bout of pneumonia. The ceremony will be held in Washington with limited attendance to honor his memory amid public emphasis on quiet tribute.
A local report outlines a seed swindle involving multiple parties and potential penalties. Officials cited adulterated seed prices and harsh fines, with details on offense definitions and remedies.
Fragmentary note discusses whether an extraordinary session can be called for rushed election of a Senator and governor's authority. Mentions possible March 11 date and the need to call an extra session if required.
The Alaska Pacific Exposition bill passed the Committee on Industrial Arts and Expositions and moves to the House. It would authorize appropriations for exhibits from Alaska the Philippines Hawaii and other U S territories while denying federal funding beyond set amounts. The exposition would be held in Seattle next year and would be closed to visitors on Sundays.
A bill before Congress proposes a $500,002 appropriation for National University to cover expenses for the 2908-9 year. It outlines funds for scientific departments, graduate training, and salaries for posts, with governance by a commission and advisory council. The plan envisions support from federal and state governments and universities of agriculture and the state system.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a legal proceeding, committee actions, and an exoneration claim related to an individual named Fudge Wines. Unable to identify clear parties or outcomes due to garbled phrasing.
A daughter of Representative B I French of Idaho was born January 16 weighing three pounds two ounces. The infant was placed in an incubator to save her life and now weighs four pounds eight ounces after daily sweet scented baths.
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