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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
36
In a lively session echoed by Idaho figures and state foresters, senators attack forestry administration as debates center on agricultural appropriation, export limits, and timber supply amid looming concerns of a tree famine and resourcing.
A historic bill aims to confine the central bank to two main actions deposits and advances against bank guarantees and the purchase of foreign bills. It imposes a three month limit on purchases and deposits, with rates to be announced. The measure also touches on voluntary bank contributions and the risk of bank deposits amid reform debates.
During the digestion of the agricultural appropriation bill Mr Herburn attacked the forest policy of the Administration. The appropriation bill was not concluded. Mr Warner delivered southern installment of the Brownsville affray speech. The Senate met at noon today. Consideration of the sandy dyn bill showed criticism of Maj r Leon art Wood’s qualifications for service. A land purchase proposal for Fort William McKinley was stricken from the bill. Republicans forced the minority to remain in session until caucus time. The House will meet at 11 30 this morning.
A heated House debate over the Philippine appropriation bill. General Leonard Wood’s command in the Philippines drew sharp criticism as a point of order sought to strike an item funding troops. A New York congressman urged doctors be required to practice medicine amid broader opposition to the bill.
A 1 Senate session and reception honored Penrose with tributes from Pennsylvanian delegations and national groups. Discussion covered postal contracts, rail mail transport in Chicago, and legislative moves on Post Office appropriations. Separate visits sent a committee to Annapolis for cadet exams in June.
House committee hearing reveals Potomac Electric Power Company sells to some customers in summer at 2.25 cents per kilowatt hour with a profit, while projecting 7 to 10 cents per kWh as a fair rate. Gen Harries defended pricing, noting seasonal usage and Lincoln issues, with Cary pressing for reform and an inspector of electric meters.
Confused notes show a New York meeting where publishers and paper makers clash with American consumers over wood pulp costs. Speakers like Rider and Parker urge influence on pricing while discussing exports to Canada and potential penalties. The exchange references publication costs, demand, and the role of the pulp and paper industry in shaping prices for readers.
A trained nurse writes of Grape Nuts improving energy mood and digestion after weeks of use. She notes rapid recovery from exhaustion headaches and indigestion and claims a nine pound gain and better appetite for herself and her parents. The letter endorses pre digested food and cites patient feeding successes.
Senate District Committee holds 10 o clock hearing on a bill by Senator Gallinger to regulate pawnbrokers in the District and curb usurious interest. House District Committee also to hear a 10 o clock bill proposing prohibition in the District. Prospects for street railway expansion to Union Station brighten as conferees favor compromise under a potential shift to federal oversight and ICC supervision.
Representative Boutell of Tilinots proposes legislation to end secrecy in tobacco and snuff production by requiring the producer name, place, and date of production on all products. The measure aims to expose blind branding by trusts, with examples like John Smith Company masking trust ownership. The bill seeks quick action through the Ways and Means Committee and House consideration this session.
Democrats argue that War Secretary Taft is maneuvering to avoid arbitration with Colombia over the Panama question. Senators debate a proposed resolution urging the United States and Colombia to pursue talks amid Panama’s secession. Critics accuse Colombia of pressing for a settlement favoring its ships and a treaty constraining U S authority. The dispute centers on arbitration terms and broader isthmus control, with party lines shaping the Senate stance.
George Heerens, Western Union general attorney, told the House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce that a Wisconsin bill to require all telegraph firms to log message times would raise costs and offer little public benefit. He cited current transmission data and estimated that complying could add tens of millions in annual expenses for output with time stamps.
The House Committee on Library reported favorably the bill to aid the Lincoln Memorial Association of New York in building and endowing a memorial to Abraham Lincoln on his birth site in Kentucky. The bill authorizes 100000, committee recommends 50000, association has 60000 raised and hopes to collect 4000 more for a handsome memorial building. printing of 200 copies of the memorial was approved.
Nebraska representative Hitchcock charges Interior Department underpriced vast timber and mineral lands, claiming the government was cheated out of about 7.9 million dollars by selling 000 acres at minimum price. He asserts potential value was far higher if land had not been set at the lowest fixed price. Mondell of Wyoming supports the claim.
The measure requires every recognized tuberculosis case in the district to be reported to the health officer within one week. Health officials must examine sputum, health offices to register cases, and prohibit dustier apartments once patients move. Penalties include fines up to 50 dollars and possible prosecutions in district court.
Vice President announces board appointments for Kul Academy in Annapolis and honors Lincoln birth site. House and Senate consider memorials, park proposals, and canal plans linking Mississippi tributaries to the Atlantic. Bills address Philippine immigration, fisheries protections, and Andersonville National Cemetery preservation.
The House discussed emergency currency with Vreeland arguing for its passage while opponents like Fowler and Hayes warned against hasty action. Proponents favored a commissioned study and a later reform, noting foreign nations’ elastic systems and fearing a panic if emergency notes flood Treasury doors.
Ogram s and O Donnell along with other city druggists report crowds seeking possum the new eczema treatment since its nationwide debut a year ago The bi cents package adds to the regular two dollar jar promising rapid relief from pimples blackheads blotches and herpes Itch is said to stop after first application and chronic cases heal in about two weeks Free samples offered by Emergency Laboratories New York City
In a late night stunt aimed at Democrats, Republicans pressed a recess and kept the House in session until early morning. Key players included Representatives Redenbarger, McGavin, and Watson, with Speaker Cannon alleged to know in advance. The ruse sought to force Democrats to miss their caucus and endure a lengthy wait for a quorum.
The eighth semiannual dividend of two and one half percent on the preferred stock of the Washington Railway and Electric Company is payable June 1, 1908 to stockholders of record May 22, 1908 from net earnings. Books for transfer of all stock close May 25 to June 1, 1903. Secretary F J Whitehead announces. Ads and misc notices follow.
A list of figures includes Senators ARTIR Ventana LONGI Mastechusetts TAYLOR Tawassee MATT Ideho HANSBUIULGT ber CURTIS Kansas Speaker CANMOM Representatives JONES Wasington CALDER New York MeMOKRAN BOPTER Newark ALLE Maine IPNKINS Wisconsin WATSON Tadjana CALDER Brooklyn Major HINBARD Botai Prot BUALKMAI Interstate Commerce Commissioner LANE Surgeon RIXFI Navy The New York American baseball team Introduced by Clarke Grath Danala.
Secretary of Commerce reply to a congressional inquiry reveals 209 inventions from 19 government departments. The report lists patents from Treasury, War, Navy, Agriculture, and others, noting many came from private collaboration rather than direct government effort.
Young Asheville girl Misa Annie Tee a matronly seventeen and member of the younger society elopes with Charles M Strouse amid family opposition. The marriage was announced by Mrs Robert Lee, the bride's mother, despite the father's disapproval and constant surveillance.
Mr Smith of California defended his congressional statements on California water rights during a Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce session. He denied the charges of hostility to the Forestry Bureau and its head Gifford Pinehat, asserting his forestry stance did not affect Los Angeles water supply. He claimed his aim was to protect farmers from potential water-right confiscation by the city.
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