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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1908
Page
13
At American University Grounds Mr Roosevelt argues the nation is improving and that the idea the poor are growing poorer is false. He asserts no country has greater reason to look forward with pride and confidence about the future, urging support for families and strong civic duty.
A historical speech highlights the value of women and mothers, praising their role in national growth and duty. It notes that while the poor grow poorer in some areas, rich households widen the gap, urging perseverance and collective effort to prevent decline.
The piece extols government by the people based on innate worth, praising the average man and woman for service and duty. It lauds the good woman as central to national growth, condemns evils, and notes President Roosevelt's Three-Term tribute amid church figures and speeches. Senator Dolliver reflects on a cemetery monument to Joan Hienh and American scholarship.
A 19th century church conference debated reducing the number of committees and urged consolidation of Eastern and Western parishes into a single city suburb. Bishop Birt and Bishop Scott leaders faced strong opposition as delegates pressed for quicker decisions and warned against unwieldy business. The session adjourned with plans to drop the controversial matter.
Representative Watson resigns from the Ways and Means Committee during recess and James Crampacker appointed to fill the seat. Watson seeks Indiana governor race and won’t seek reelection. Speaker Cannon selects Crampacker as Watsons successor while Burke of Pennsylvania is slated to become House minority whip.
Special report finds Lily Dale NY camp a center for séances staged by Miss Gray and her mother with a girl using matches and a piano to fake spirits. Carrington and Hyslop associate expose shows luminous balls of fire, trumpets, moving melodies, and messages from the grave as hoaxes.
International Paper Company and other paper manufacturers denied charges by the American Newspaper Publishers Association that a price fixing cartel exists. The claims were raised before House committees investigating wood pulp and newsprint questions. Canadian mills were said to be subsidizing exports by selling paper below U.S. and Canadian market rates, affecting business. Committee testimony aimed to frame a report for Congress on the matter.
Three gas rate appeals in New York City were argued yesterday before the United States Supreme Court. The issues involve the legality of high charges and the power of state and city authorities, with lines drawn between the public service commission and state attorney general. Virginia and West Virginia cases touching gas rates were also presented, with a decision expected Monday.
Police seek eleven year old Charles J Breet missing from 30.9 M Street Northwest since yesterday morning. They also search for William W Hill of 719 North Carolina Avenue Southeast who has been missing for two days. he had a large sum of money on his person when last seen.
A historical ad touts Hoca’s sursaparima as a comprehensive blood purifier and strength builder. It claims cures for blood diseases and stomach liver and kidney troubles, promoting immediate purchase from druggists in liquid or chocolate tablet form.
The Order of Washington, a group of descendants of colonial era figures, was organized at Commander Charles C. Rogers’s home. Members include Gen Marcus A. Wright and Dr C H Bowker with officers elected to lead the new order.
Eduard H Croop secretary treasurer of a prominent city music firm announces the Motional Aescelation of Piano Dealers of America convention set for New York from June 8 to 1¢. Delegates from piano dealers in the region expect a record attendance with special railroad rates and lavish hospitality arranged by the New York Dealers Association and the Piano Manufacturers Association. The National Association of Piano Dealers continues to grow, backing reforms like a uniform pitch, a freight bureau, a grievance committee, and the one price system with clear advertising.
An examination of applicants for admission to the bar of the District Supreme Court will be held Thursday Friday and Saturday June 11 17 and 13 1908 in the Georgetown Law School rooms 208 F Street Northwest. Hugh T Taggart chairman of the committee of examiners requests that applications be filed with the clerk not later than June 1908. Communications should be addressed to Ralph Given secretary. The committee consists of Taggart Wilson Thomas Baker Clephane Wennis and Willian Bon.
Col James C Lynn died at his home on T Street Northeast after a two month illness. He was eighty eight, a former clerk in the Dead Letter Division of the Post Office for twenty years. In the Civil War he served as lieutenant colonel of the Second Maryland Regiment under Gen Milroy and Gen Grant. Born in Western Maryland, he leaves a wife and several granddaughters. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Three youths including Dan Mahoney, Robert Gayle, and Robert Morgan were found guilty before Judge Kirball on attempted larceny charges. Each received six months in jail after arrest on Thursday night near Lions’ Ferry, with the case heard in DeCatlon juvenile court. The fourth boy, Walter Sanford, was also involved and faces a later hearing.
Police and surgeons transported a Gloucester County man after a bomb plot claim surfaced. The suspect testified he faced protests and was escorted to the Fourth precinct to discuss the alleged plan to attack the President.
News confirms the death of Capt Thomas S Borden LS MC in Siler City New Mexico on Friday May 15. He served nearly twenty years, retired due to illness incurred in the line of duty on November 12 19. His record includes twelve years shore duty and seven years sea duty with active involvement in the Spanish American War. The body is expected to be brought to the United States for interment.
P J Mitchell 45, who stepped from a third story window at the I Reng Motel near C street and New Jersey avenue NW early Friday, died last night at Casualty Hospital. He came to Washington Thursday from Rustburg Virginia. An autopsy will determine cause. Evans' son, Lieut FoT Evans, was ordered to duty aboard the battleship Louisiana. he will depart West in about two weeks.
Sister Republic invites the United States to join electoral inquiries for Panama’s July presidential vote. A Panamanian commission will hear complaints examine records and cross examine witnesses to ensure stability amid large US interests. Gov Blackburn welcomes cooperation and will designate parties to visit provinces for investigations.
Weather bulletin notes a Pacific low moving into the Rocky Mountain area and high pressure along the Atlantic coast. Rain expected in the Carolinas, Georgia, East Gulf, and parts of the West, with thunderstorms in the Mississippi and Missouri valleys. Cooler in the Northeast and Pacific coast, fair conditions otherwise Sunday and Monday. Local readings show temperature around 52 to 62 Fahrenheit, with noticeable rain chances across southeastern states and limited sunshine. High tides 8:40 am and 6:15 pm. Potomac River region remains mostly cloudy to clear in Washington and Harpers Ferry areas.
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