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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1914
Page
3
The article details a filibuster by new Democrats Thompson of Oklahoma and Wingo of Arkansas that nearly stalls the House agenda. Underwood appeals for restraint while members complain of continuous roll calls, urging Congress to approve rural credits and other measures before adjournment.
The sworn ICC testimony by Charles Mellen alleges ex New York police chief Thomas J. Byrnes acted as a fence for New Haven Railroad to acquire franchise concessions in New York. He allegedly arranged sale of worthless Westchester stock to gain thirteen franchise changes for a $1.2 million “atomic fund” in summer 1908 with dummy holders collecting due bills.
Testimony details Mellen admitting cash handouts to 15 to 20 holders after resigning from New Haven, with $50,000 outstanding in dog bills, and $50,000 redeemed. A long statement from Mellen’s counsel covers deals with Grand Trunk and Westchester franchise matters, including stock exchanges and personal letters to executives.
The article lists names and titles including judges and marshals for districts and northern regions. It cites officers such as Skaggs of Decatur, Ala and others like Prank, Covington, and Harrington, indicating a national or regional appointment context with several towns and counties mentioned.
The article notes unpublished material in the Society of the Cincinnati archives, including letters from early American patriots. It mentions a triannual meeting at an inn where resolutions or appointments were discussed, and cites poverty among some members. Asheville NC is referenced as a location in a reported decision.
An East colonial era note reports explorer Rasmussen delivering a condition update for the Crackerland expedition as of March 2 with Mr MacMillan at Cape York. The latest dispatch reaches March 27 indicating every member remains in good health and aboard the ship.
William C Redfield, secretary of commerce, told Brown University students that the strenuousness ideal is outdated and inefficient. He warned that industry kills more workers early each year in Massachusetts than Vera Cruz casualties, urging balanced policy for health, railways, and navy with focus on human value.
A special Congressional Record edition cited as a costly move to publish Wisconsin Senator La Follette’s railroad data. The House printing panel faced questions over taxpayer cost and pressure from Democratic economists and Barnhart. Also details Panama Canal freight expansion and new barge service amid Tehuantepec disruptions.
Senator Chilton argues against tolls on canal traffic and warns against violating treaty obligations. He urges repeal of the free-falls clause while keeping Hay-Pauncefote rights, contending Congress should act with prudence and avoid subsidies and tensions with foreign nations.
Denver May 14 The Colorado State senate debated a bill creating a million-dollar bond for militia expenses. Senator William C Robinson Progressive said he would vote for the measure but questioned the governor, and tomorrow he will introduce a resolution asking Gov Ammons to resign.
Special to The Washington Post from San Francisco May 14. The will of the late John M Keith, wealthy official found dead at the St Francis Hotel, discloses gifts to relatives and to three young women. Among legacies, Mrs John D Spreckels receives 11000 and Mrs Willard C Chamberlin 25000. Mrs Spreckels and Mrs Chamberlin were not related to Keith. Spreckels travels in Europe. Bequests of 100 each are left to three other young women.
Representative George M. Young cites Panama Canal costs beyond the $400 million, noting 2,190 lives lost since May 1, 1904, including 1,219 from accidents and many malaria cases. He adds 98,785 malaria, 1,162 typhoid cases, and 25,101 injuries at the works, per Col Goethals’ figures.
Detroit auto makers John F Dodge and Horace C Dodge trading as Dodge Bros sue to test income tax statutes. Justice Stafford rules they must pay a surtax on nets over seven thousand dollars each, totaling sixty five thousand one hundred forty eight dollars and thirty six cents. An appeal to the Court of Appeals is noted. possible U.S. Supreme Court review will follow. Government counsel Hade Roner argued for the Internal Revenue Service.
Chester B Duryea is indicted for murder in the first degree for shooting his father Gen Hi ram Duryea on May 6. He did not appear in court due to hospitalization and violence. The district attorney requested two physicians be appointed to examine Duryea's sanity.
A Washington area update notes Sylvan S Grosner, a Central High School 1912 graduate, to write the book and lyrics for a University of Michigan comic opera. Ohioans from Washington plan a Spottsylvania Court House monument dedication at 7:30 AM for the 1 9th Ohio Volunteers. Henry Tyles celebrates a golden wedding at 125 Fifth Street NW with a reception. The North Carolina Society hosts a reception for Secretary Houston and Mrs Houston at 1822 Vermont Avenue. Transfers of liquor licenses are before the excise board with protests. Wills and estates of John Bond and Lendell A Conners surface, detailing bequests and trustee roles. The Washington Terminal Co and B&O Railroad Co face a $25,000 suit by Martha Zierdt over injuries on a Union Station train. Loyal Order of the Moose inaugurates its new Seventh Street NW lodge home. The Home Club plans Siam lecture by Dr. J H Gore, plus a Woodmen saber presentation to Col John C McCormell. Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pinafore staged by the Washington Opera Co at Odd Fellows Hall. Lectures on aerial navigation and radio telegraphy are advertised for the University Club and Cosmos Club events. The National Press Club hosts a roof garden fundraising meeting. Johns Hopkins’ Prof Acree lectures on chemical reactions. the Geological Survey's R C Wells speaks on soluble sulfides. The Clinic Club holds its tenth annual dinner at the Hotel Continental with physicians and guests.
Policeman to get six months pay by Senate resolution. Edward G Bell, Capitol policeman, to receive six months pay for the time he was disabled. Senator O Gorman of New York yesterday introduced a bill to cure a defect in the act. Gordon W Nelson, a British subject, may complete Naval Academy coursework. if not naturalized by July 1, 1915 he ceases to be a naval officer. President withdraws lands near Denver from entry at request of Senators and Representatives Taylor and Thomaz until park plans pass Congress. Gov Strong of Alaska meets President about pending legislation, especially coal lands leasing. Indian appropriation bill advanced. Senate proposes $12,493,376. House $9,645,787. Senate adds leasing authority for Indian grazing, agricultural, or mineral lands. revenues go to tribes not affected civilized tribes. Public lands committee notes President backing water power bill. Alaska coal lands measures discussed.
Justice Blanchard names Edward E McCall as chairman of the public service commission and special guardian for Mrs Flagler who was declared incompetent. Andrew Freedman serves on the property committee. McCall will stay until Freedman files yearly accounts. The estate totaled 3 987 657 1 at the last April 11 1918 accounting.
William T Hickey and John OConnor head labor groups facing first degree murder and conspiracy charges related to the April 28 Hecla mine attack near Louisville Colorado. Indictments name Edward L Doyle and 48 others. ongoing federal action followed recent grand jury true bills against strikers and sympathizers as authorities block strikebreakers and limit mining access.
In a calm Democratic primary in the city, five common council members were among the also rans as Alderman Brill won reelection in the First ward and George H Matson led the Second ward race. Other wards saw some unopposed or lightly contested results with votes tallied as polls closed at 7:12 pm. Lawrence Petty, tied to the Bright case, was turned over to Fairfax County authorities amid an ongoing investigation. The Westminster Building board of governors was elected, naming Cristan Howard as president and William Campbell as vice president.
The Treasury Department's accounting division faces staffing changes from a new check handling system installed by the Civil Service Commission's Efficiency Division at the request of Secretary McAdoo. Herbert Brown says far fewer clerks will be needed, about half, and denies widespread machine breakdowns. Clerks affected are to receive leave in lieu of overtime, with formal details deferred to Secretary McAdoo.
Obituary notices recount the deaths of Matilda McFarland aged 58 at 119 Morrison Street Northwest and Margare t Ernst widow of William Ernst with multiple survivors. Also listed are funeral arrangements for Mrs Barbour Ewing along with details for Mrs Fenst and family connections to the Memorial United Brethren Church and local officials.
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