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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1912
Page
11
The article discusses the stalled income tax bill in the Senate linked to tariff and sugar policy, notes Republican divisions, and highlights California women proving capable in politics. It covers Champ Clark, Woodrow Wilson, and Balfour while touching on British leadership, lobbying, and a high-society divorce in London.
The article discusses a payroll driven primary proposal shaping American politics, highlighting progressive momentum toward direct voter control and the push to normalize labor influence. It notes opposition from entrenched interests, while stressing the need to actualize reform amid mixed public reception.
The bitter speech of Count Hattori in the Japanese house denounces Senator Dilingham's immigration bill and Panamanian expansion. The piece notes Japan's honor and interest, reflecting on how American policy and domestic jingoism shape attitudes toward immigration and protectionism.
A fragmentary report notes Senate proceedings with discussions on special pension bills and investigations of alleged political activity by inspectors. References to hearings on chemical tariff revision and a move to allow federal court clerks to be removed are mentioned, along with a proposed 5 percent duty on raw wool and a probe into bank directors. A resolution seeking broader participation in the national exposition is cited, and notes on prison reform and legal decisions surface amid the erratic text.
Members of the Hebrew Congregation attend a Knights Club talk by Wick H. Smith on the Building of the Temple of Solomon. The lecture includes a miniature model and discusses disputed architecture, biblical history, and a cost estimate of five billion dollars.
New York Republicans plan a two day spring convention in Rochester starting April 9 to adopt a platform and elect delegates to the national convention. Chairman William Barnes cites serious differences over Republican doctrine and urges open discussion to reveal the party’s true principles. The schedule allocates April 9 for organization and a full afternoon and evening for resolutions deliberation.
The Atlantic fleet vessels under Rear Admiral Hugo Osterhaus arrived at Fort Monroe Virginia after a five day voyage from Guantanamo Bay where winter maneuvers were conducted. The fleet will later proceed twenty miles south of the Virginia Capes for spring drills and battle practice.
Military orders outline detachments for Captain Charles W. Ruam of the First Regiment and Captain Graham of the Third Brigade to report for duty at Fort Riley Fort Teily and Washington DC. Lieutenant Worthington Morley of the Sixtieth Infantry is assigned to Fort Bliss, while Hartman of the United States Army requests a medical leave and an equipment purchase.
Naval orders issued under Captain CM Fahs authorize commissions and movements of ships and personnel. Vessels Hector Aime Bolase Castle Barrier New York Portland Quarantine Gilres Bbanghal Cabine Cun tam Craven Charlotte Gatfed Neptuna Netto Caretins Chan Norfolk Hamp ton Roads Reid Mesréit Steratt Peasacsin Atom Gbangear moving to and from New Hampshire and various harbors as listed in the dispatch.
Senate approved bills regulating dentistry in the District of Columbia establishing a home for feeble minded individuals at a cost of 100090 and extending street lines and police court jurisdiction while amending codes on interment limits and public funds to cover deficiencies, outlining penalties and temperance provisions.
A long list of officials and lawmakers appears in the White House press sheet for Thursday March 11 with numerous senators representatives and former members named. The roster includes Sherman secretary of commerce and labor Nixon senator from Kovade and several others from Vermont North Carolina New York and more with titles such as Secretary of War and chairman roles.
Announcement shows J Pierpont Morgan contributing 100000 toward Peabody College of Teachers in Nashville Tennessee. The George Peabody fund trustees pledge an additional 560000 to Southern college if the institution raises 1000900 by September 1 1913. Morgan’s gift is part of a expected total of one million with Southern alumni raising 200000.
President Taft pledged to senators Martin Bacon Fletcher and du Pont that he would examine the papers in the cases of five cadets recently dismissed from West Point for drunkenness. He had previously refused to intervene but now would study the files, though he warned against reinstating them in the Military Academy.
A gathering of pangust committees met at the residence of Marie H. Smith on Columbia road to plan an event at the New Fredonia Hotel near Meturday. The slate includes G. W. McCord Fred H. Woodward P Maitland Joseph D. Chem W. W. Wallace C. ft Vorel and Mrs. Maria Smith and Mrs. Mes Hare.
A column from the Chicago News critiques reliance on theory without action. It mocks optimism detached from reality and notes how people pursue self interest, missteps in relationships, and the futility of awaiting perfect outcomes. The piece tethers social folly to everyday work and marriage dynamics.
The text presents mangled phrases about bachelor life and secrecy in a college setting. It hints at gossip and social expectations among men and women, with scattered references to secrecy, ambition, and attire, embedded in a hazy fraternity context.
A weather bulletin details heavy rain causing rapid river rises and flood warnings from Pittsburgh to Parkersburg and Wheeling, with forecasted rises to 30 feet and 36 feet in key rivers. It notes a warm front moving inland, cooler air entering Friday, general fair weather elsewhere, and ongoing storm warnings along the California coast and southern regions. Temperatures ranged from 40s to low 60s with winds shifting north to northwest across coasts and mid Atlantic.
Pennsylvania Governor Tener praises President Taft and predicts Taft will be renominated at Chicago. The piece notes Tener's support amid Roosevelt sentiment, Gladden's progressive views, Sulzer's New York gubernatorial prospects, and a trend of unusually large retirements from Congress.
Miss Mary S Garrett chairing the legislative department urged aiding widowed and deserted mothers rather than placing children in charitable homes. She supported a federal bill for a national child welfare source, noting ties to the Probation Association and Philadelphia juvenile court.
In New York on March 3 railroad men and steel manufacturers met for the third time to seek improvements in steel rails to reduce breakage and accidents. Judge Hibert H Gary of United States Steel and Daniel Wilard of Baltimore and Ohio announced a joint subcommittee to present final recommendations at a future meeting. They conceded that improvements are needed on both sides and that officials will be named later.
The Ladies Cloak and Wrap Designers Association of America in New York declared plans to end reliance on Paris fashion. They unanimously adopted a declaration asserting independence from Parisian dress norms and appointed a committee to decide proper garment lengths for the coming season.
The Chamber of Commerce announced possible additions to four September conventions in Washington. They list Daughters of the American Revolution April 15, Theta Delta Chi April 11 to 14, American Cotton Manufacturers Association April 2 to 4, American Heritage of International Law April 28 to 7, and Knights Templar Grand Commandery May 3.
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