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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1908
Page
42
The Crumpecker bill prompts sharp attacks as Republicans push for eduction in Southern representation. Democratic Leader Williams criticizes the plan saying it targets the South, while supporters argue the measure upholds federal duties and curbs abuse. The debate centers on sections 11 and 12, with procedural moves to advance despite opposition.
Senate battles include defeat of the Foraker substitute to the Elkins commodity clause by 82 to 28 and a failed effort to force a packing date on canned products. Conference reports deal with Post Office and district appropriations. an extradition treaty with Portugal is amended in executive session. House business focuses on census voting issues and representation debates amid partisan friction and constitutional references.
A garbled report describes Republican maneuvering around campaign symbolism and party figures. It mentions pressure from a reform movement and legal questions about contributions and election law while noting a controversial emblem linked to a major campaign.
The Ranking and Currency Committee yesterday recommended tie adoption by the House of the Aldrich joint resolution procluding for a currency commission. The vote showed a large majority in favor while several amendments to enlarge the commission were rejected. A conference would be required to amend the Senate-passed resolution if possible.
Sestior Hemenway of Indiana denies circulating a claim that Vice President Fairbanks is a candidate for the presidency. He calls the report absolutely unfounded and says it was circulated to confuse supporters ahead of the Chicago convention.
Minority Leader Williams refuses to yield as filibuster blocks legislation in Congress. Speaker Cannon sees no weeklong adjournment while Senate contemplates quitting. Republicans and Democrats clash over enforcement of laws and measures tied to labor, federal courts, and political parties.
A list of political figures attended a White House event on Friday including Senators Lodge Borah Emoot Sutherland Brown Warner Stewart Gamble Langley Calder Madden Howe and Rear Admiral Evans among others.
A concurrent House resolution reports new clerical grade schedules for 1910 across federal departments. Grades A through E assign levels of ability and responsibility, linking entrance salaries to competency while guiding promotions and efficiency.
The House agreed yesterday to the conference report on the District of Caramba appropriation for fiscal year 1409. The bill carries 103,176,688 dollars and awaits presidential signature. Rep Gardner of Michigan led the move to adopt the report after limited debate. Rep Burleson of Texas criticized Senate spending on appropriation bills as they passed the House. Vote: Yeas 219, Nays 15, Present 8.
Commissioner Macfarland expressed gratitude for the district appropriation bill though he lamented sharp cuts to school building improvements and expansions. He noted ample district revenues exist for next year and urged adoption of proposed financial arrangements to fund the full estimates.
Western newsprint manufacturers told a special committee there was no post dissolution pact among Piper papers. Northwest Paper Company manager cited an omnibus contract with Serpps McRae League of papers for 210 dollars per ton and Pacific Coast pins. prices had been 19 dollars per hundred before dissolution. The committee adjourned, aiming to conclude with a late session.
A congressional proposal by Representative Retter calls for a monument to honor all U S veterans. The bill authorizes a six figure budget, design by a board led by the Secretary of War with Naval support, and site selection on federal land for a marble or granite memorial.
Senate approved a revised extradition treaty with Portugal after debate over a proviso banning capital punishment in extradited cases. The measure allows removal of criminals from Portugal for trial, but bars sending individuals who face the death penalty, a rule critics say could undermine state law. The result could turn Portugal into a refuge for murderers fleeing states with capital punishment.
Representatie Smith of Michigan chairs the House District Committee and will act in the House today on a resolution directing the Secretary of Commerce and Labor to investigate Western Union and Festa Telegraph companies over wages and working conditions. The secretary must report back to Congress. In Schenectady Calvin Mitrand, a General Electric testing department mechanic, touched a live part and received a fatal shock of over 1,000 volts.
A Senate committee report favors amending the law to regulate loan societies and building associations. The bill would require supervision by the Comptroller of the Treasury, annual reporting, and potential state takeover of violative companies. Violations face fines up to 1000 dollars or imprisonment up to two years. compliance required by July 1.
The House will take no steps to expel Representative Tilley of Connecticut. Officials stated yesterday that no action will be taken despite speculation tied to an investigation of charges alleging undue influence by the Holland and Electric submarine line. The committee’s forthcoming report was described as finding the charges baseless.
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