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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1908
Page
37
A fragmentary account shows Mr Stewart initiating a flurry as he accuses Foraker and the president of refusal to reinstate discharged men. The piece references a letter to Senator W A Smith and notes confusion over a note not read by Choan.
The text notes a tribute from the Knights of Columbus in Wega Park honoring a governor or official. It mentions a gathering in a plaza area with speakers and a recognition event. Names and exact roles are unclear due to OCR errors.
Fragmentary report notes a waning Chinese boycott linked to officials and local unrest. Mentions Shanghai and Niiling as centers of activity with unclear dates and outcomes.
At a Foreign Relations Committee meeting the Venezuelan dispute was not acted on. Officials expect the issue to pause unless new cause arises to discipline President Castro. There is belief time and diplomatic pressure may ease the American trabas matter. Senator Lodge's bill granting vast powers to a U S Court for China faced misgivings and was sent to a subcommittee of Lodge Foraker and Bacon.
A scrambled record shows Representative Bennett of New York City arguing for funds to guard government against abuses in naturalization. Debate touches on migration law, representation by attorneys, and alleged fraud. Sherman and Sterley oppose provisions, House session splits over the issue.
A garbled report alleges a 10 million dollar ask related to Senate actions involving the United States and Panama. It mentions Secretary of State and various officials, with unclear details about support, timing, and jurisdiction amid a charged diplomatic dispute.
Fragmented text suggests a political motion on uniforms and state stance. Mentions Newport Sassort Company and naval officers. indicates a senate pass and military context. Readable phrases point to a government action involving uniforms and state position with naval ties.
Senior paymaster in the naval service, Wilson Wesen, is retiring after years of service and hospital care since December. He is the son of former Portmaster William Wilson and formerly chaired the Committee on Paymaster position in West Virginia during President Cleveland’s administration. Naval examinations postponed new date June 8 to favor graduates of colleges and universities awaiting the exam. Commander in Chief of the Cabin arrives from Havana with a party, to visit U.S. Army posts, ships, schouts and arsenals.
Lisbon May 6 Manuel the boy king was proclaimed ruler after taking the oath of allegiance. He rode through crowded streets with nobles and guards, escorted to the throne. The royal crown rested on a table as he swore to uphold Catholicism, the realm’s integrity, and Portugal’s constitution and laws.
A man named Devaney, described as insane, shot and killed Lida Edward and her mother before going to a stable where he shot himself. The double homicide preceded by an alleged arson attempt ended with Devaney’s suicide as authorities pursued him. The incident occurred near Olio Nilson Guard was called out and the event involved occupies at a high school graduate named the girl who survived.
Pars May 6 T Fr Morgin voiced cautious optimism on easing US financial strains. He cited early signs of stabilization, though warned that the era of hardship lingers. Wind Up Interboro Bank faced deposits drain as Kaiser Decorates and Kaiser decorates New York editor noted in coverage.
The text warns that harsh physic causing pain to the bowels stomach and lining can lead to constipation and dyspepsia by damaging the intestinal lining and suppressing natural laxative action. It claims castor oil salts and cathartics cause these issues and promotes Lascarets as a safe effective alternative without danger of injury.
The Washington Baltimore and Annapolis Electric Railway touts its "The Electric Line" service with deluxe, high speed interurban cars. It advertises a direct lay from Washing ton to Baltimore and Annapolis, promising five minute transfers at key stations and rapid access to downtown business and entertainment districts.
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