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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1908

Page

16

Foraker Undaunted Seeks Senate Record On Currency Bill

Ohio Senator Foraker plans a push to place his emergency currency measure on the Senate record. House Republicans expected to back the bill at tonight’s caucus and seek early adjournment, with debate time left to the Rules Committee. The Brownsville matter and related political maneuvers loom as ongoing issues.

House Committee On Foraker Senate Gena Lilins Sims Forake Brownsville Wiese Cnavier Reyld Ce

Mrs Cleveland At Church On Suday Visit

Report from the city notes former President Groves Cleveland resting at home after a comfortable night. Flowers arrive from friends for Mrs Cleveland who attends the Presbyterian church, where she has been a regular in recent years. The congregation was told Mr Cleveland was resting well and had a peaceful night.

Cleveland Dows Misevelard Presbyterian Hirch Frizzas

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Promise Quick Relief

A vintage ad claims Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills soothe nerve irritation to relieve headaches neuralgia sciatica and stomach and back pains without nausea or after effects. It notes a 25 dose 25 cent package, refund from the first package if not helped, and lists MILES MEDICAL CO. at Elkhart Indiana and Rost 1121 St Clair St Cleveland Ohio.

Miles St Clair St Cleveland Ohio Miles Medical CO Elkhart Ind

May fall district bills and filibuster in House

Smith hopes to gain permission to call up district measures in the house amid a Democratic filibuster. The district child labor bill has passed both houses and goes to conference. Street railway bill talks linger with limited conferee meetings as plans for universal transfers and streetcar supervision hinge on Congress action before adjournment.

Smith Messares Representative Smith House Senate Smyth Congress Union Station Interstate Commerce Commission Dolver Dubie Uve Mexi Sessior

Paper mill inquiry ends after lengthy inspection

A Washington Post dispatch from Saetoga New York on May 10 reports that a congressional committee concluded its inquiry into the International Paper Company at the Corinth mill. Witnesses testified wages held steady despite a drop in pulpwood sourcing from Canada and a shift in unskilled labor rates over the past decade.

Washington Post Saatoga International Pauper Company Corinth United States Teft Washington James Mann James AC Milles Kansas William Ho Stafford Wisconsin Phetus Whim Canada Ireso Trormpton

Protests push lawmakers on petition rights and reform

Readers review the surge of protests about petitioning lawmakers and the slow pace of reforms. The piece notes fatigue from petitions and memorials while debating amendatory acts to the utility trust law and related measures. It reflects on public demand and legislative response amid political tensions.

St. Kik Eeston Air Powlin Runng Uti Trust Feemain

Opposition to President's Inland Waterways Plan Grows

Senator Nelson of Minnesota leads opposition to the inland waterways bill as the Senate weighs action. President's plan clashes with the Minnesota delegation and the measure faces resistance in Congress. The bill’s price tag has fluctuated, and Nelson’s stance suggests possible derailment of the proposal.

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Scholarships Sought By Hibernians For Gaelic Chair

A national meeting in Washington discussed establishing Gaelic studies scholarships funded by state organizations. The plan envisions endowing at least one $250 yearly scholarship for four years, coordinated by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Catholic University officials. The joint committee reported to the Indianapolis convention for final approval.

Order of Hiberneins Baratoga America Washington John 2 Glenson Loui Patrick J Ryen Philadelphia J J Oconnell Catholic University St Pat-ricks Glennan Ryan Atter Oconnell Messrs Moran Halugan Order of Hibernians Indianapolis

Republics Join Hands Peace Concert At Pan American Ceremony

President to urge peace as Marine Band headlines a 2 PM concert for 3000 invited guests. Key figures including Root Carnegie Gibbons Cranston will speak at the cornerstone laying of the International Bureau of American Republics new building. Attendees span Cabinet, Supreme Court, Senate, House, governors, and diplomats from twenty one republics.

Western Hemisphere International Bureau of American Republics United States Supreme Coart Senate House of Representatives Italam Vistory John Johnson Minnesota BB Wanner Alabama Edwin J. Norris Montana Geform* Unry New Mexico Jonn ¢ Cutler Utah Sev F Nori Mississipp Gus Augustus E. Willson Kentucky Bryant B Brooks Wyoming James Higuinas Rhode Island Elihu Root South Mexico Latin America Senor Joagium Nabuco Braz Deas Laan Amery Loan Washington Hig Janeiro Andrew Carnegie Angular Comedence International Bureau Wa Iine Aireay Joan Daniel Martie Ste Charmanne Ofina Joaquin Abuce Brazil Arjestone Bishop Cranston

Guatemala Stands in Fear Amid Political Turmoil

Special to The Washington Fest from Mexico City on May 1 reports fear and paralysis in Guatemala as political troubles unfold. The Northern Railroad operates only one semi weekly train after months of eight to ten daily freight runs, with many businesses closed awaiting settlement. Wealthy nationals flee to avoid possible arrests by President Cabrera, amid reports of upcoming executions of political prisoners.

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Russell on his way home from Venezuela voyage

May 10 dispatch reports W W Russell American Minister to Venezuela sailed from La Guaira aboard the Caracas for the United States to take a two month vacation. He left Puerto Cabello after a visit to the United States gunboat Paducah, greeted by a fifteen gun salute. Delays in diplomacy cited as no Venezuelan officials were present to bid him farewell. Unemployment distress and relief appeals noted in Caracas and La Guaira, with incommunicado American consul amid plague in La Guajira.

Willemstad Russell Venezuela Caracas United States Puerto Cabello Paduca Thomas P Moffat la Guajira Chamber of Commerce Paris Vensaicla Castro Temps France M ‘Talgny Venezuéld Cullom Roosevvelt Washington Tonsus Moffat State Department la Gualia Herbert Hengsbreine

Little recruit for Spain at royal birthday service

The Washington Post reports a Madrid event during a Thanksgiving celebration for the throne. A royal procession formed to attend chapel services with a surprise appearance by the Queen and a baby prince of Asturias. A war minister enrolled the infant in the Kings regiment as a private infantry soldier.

Washington Post The Asturius Cer O de Rayere Kings Regiment

Rockefeller thief taker and a watch theft in town

Frank S. Rockefeller a wealthy Kansas stockman and cousin of John D Rockefeller pursued a thief who robbed him of a watch on city streets. The suspect was caught and turned over to authorities. Rockefeller appeared in court yesterday. the watch was a gift from John D Rockefeller.

Wastunriow Mexico Frank S. Rockefeller Kansas John D Rockefeller Rockefuller Mhesnan Mir Rockefeller

Aqua Experts to Meet at Twenty Seventh Annual Convention

The twenty seventh annual convention of The America Waterworks Association will unfold in Washington at the Arlington Hotel and nearby venues through the week. About 1000 hydraulic and civil engineers from the US and Canada expected. Openings and events include addresses by Commissioner Henry H. Macfarland and Vice President Fairbanks, with Roosevelt hosting a 2 PM White House reception, Mount Vernon visit, and Fort Myer theater party. Local arrangements chaired by QO Leighton with a large committee. exhibits by Fred A Bates and others. The Trenton incident reports Otto Voorhees, 19, who killed himself after his first intoxication case in Merignyville, using a revolver and pocket mirror as a safeguard.

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Taft Negotiates Canal Boundary Treaty Talks in Panama

Secretary Taft holds talks with President Amador Arias Arango and others in zone Panama seeking a treaty framework among Colombia United States and Panama. A tentative accord on key points is reported with action delayed until further high level consultations. An arbitration tribunal to decide land titles and valuations for canal uses is planned with Gov Magoon as umpire. Taft to conclude canal administration work and sail to the United States Tuesday.

Panama Taft Amador Arias Senor Arango United States Mr. Squires William Welson Cromwell Panama Canal Company Colombia Jurado Daft Roosevelt Root Canal Magoon Cuba

Fleet Has Day of Rest After Four-Day Indulgence

San Francisco May 10 after four days of hospitality the Pacific and Atlantic fleets rested Sunday. Admiral Liomus remained at the Far Mayant last night and attended a wine dinner at Annapolis after a banquet in Oakland. The Pacific fleet under Rear Admiral Caxton will depart San Francisco about May 11 for a short coastal cruise following Rear Admiral Sperry’s succession to command.

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Mis sour ship officer lauds cruise improves recruits

An onboard Navy officer aboard the battleship Mis sour praised the cruise for lifting the spirits of enlisted men. He described the voyage as hazardous yet transformative, noting many new sailors began to see naval service as worthwhile rather than mere imprisonment, with a hearty welcome on the Pacific coast boosting morale.

Disarming Basilan Moros Progressing Quietly in Panata

The operation against Basilan Moros shows progress with minimal resistance. Lanazo districts report calm as Gen Weston returns to Manila for district-wide inspection, noting conditions are quieter than recent norms.

Manta Basilan Moross Lanazo Par Weston Manite Iran

Prince's Trial Far Off Refusal of Bail Expected

Special cable from Berlin reports Prince zu Eulenburg remains in custody after bail was refused in a perjury case linked to Herr Harden. The crown prosecutor does not expect a ready witness before October, and authorities fear the prince might choose death over facing trial.

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Pair killed by bandits near Tampico in Oklahoma couple

Special report from Tampico May 10 says an American husband and wife, newly joined to the local American colony at Los Plantanes, were attacked in their home by bandits. They were stabbed to death and robbed of $3,000 brought from their former Oklahoma home. Names are not known.

Washington Post Tampico Mexico Los Plantanes Oklahoma

Ameer recalls troops amid frontier incursions

Simla May 10 The Ameer of Afghanistan replies to the Indian government's remonstrance over incursions into British territory. He cites frontier tribal control difficulties and says he has issued strict orders recalling those who crossed the frontier and instructing officials to prevent further incursions.

Simla British India Ameer Afghanistan

Receivers' sale of large lumber yard contents in DC bankruptcy

Receivers will auction the Thomas R. Riley Lumber Yard contents at 13th St and Ohio Ave NW Starting Tuesday May 12 1908 at 10 30 AM and daily until sold including lumber sash doors glass millwork furniture wagons harness and more. Inspect daily. terms cash.

Thomas R. Riley 13Th St Ohio Avenue Supreme Court of the District of Columbia Thomas R Riley 13Th

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