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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1909
Page
42
A sweeping Department of Justice inquiry into financial fraud and government misdeeds prompts a shake up in federal agents and hints at a broader House cleaning. Officials reveal sugar trust settlements, and discussions of a $2.5 million loss claim, with emphasis on accountability and reform across agencies.
Collector Loeb declares ongoing house cleaning in New York to uncover fraud in customs. He cites broad support from President, Secretary MacVeagh, and Treasury officials. Reform aims to tighten appraiser oversight and reassign agents, promising relief from lax practices and wider probes across ports.
Army chief of engineers pushes expansion of officer ranks from 13 to 48 amid widening waterways programs. New grade proposals include military overseer and enlisted specialist. River and harbor estimates total 21,088,087 with continuing contracts at 600,000, detailing Potomac and Anacostia projects and major channel work nationwide.
Army engineers reported to the Secretary of War on Anacostia navigation and drinking water projects. They detailed costs for the Washington Aqueduct operation, Georgetown Reservoir remodeling, and Potomac treatment with coagulant, plus an emergency fund. Improvements on the Anacostia River have expanded navigation and reduced congestion, with a $976,443 completion estimate and a further $270,000 for next year. Additional line items cover public buildings, monument upkeep, bridge maintenance, and related facilities for a total of $607,049.
Gen Ainsworth announced the selection of fourteen officers by a board to fill General Staff vacancies for the coming year. The list includes officers from medical, artillery, cavalry and engineers, with ranks from captain to lieutenant colonel, and names such as Paul F Strauy, William Dale Carain, Walter Schuylar Gurth, Henry Tien Elgnty, Guy Carleton, Malla Craig, Daniel A Kedertey Dine, Lee Feblger, Ingintis, Joveph Deitch, Power W Davison, and Hust Tebouette.
A fragment notes naval vessel movements including ships arriving from New York toward Charlestown and Panama routes toward San Francisco. The Solace hospital ship is mentioned as offered, with a future assignment once ready for sea. The report references merchants, crews, and readiness for service in a maritime context.
Lead figures released in face Massachusetts show the battleship North Dakota rivals Delaware and Neptune in endurance. At 12 knots she would travel about 9,000 miles without refueling, 4,000 miles at 18 knots, and 3,000 miles at 212 knots, powered by turbine engines and coal efficiency.
Maj Gen John F Weston, commander of the Department of California, will retire after 48 years in the U S Army. He enlisted at 16 during the Civil War, earned a Medal of Honor for bravery, served under Custer, fought in the Spanish American War under Shafter, led the commissary, and later became commissary general before heading the California department four years ago.
Rear Admiral Eugene H Leutze will retire November 16 due to age and will remain in command of the Washington Navy Yard for the present until a successor is chosen. Capt Joseph B Murdock, commandant of the New York Navy Yard, appeared before a board of captains yesterday for examination for promotion to rear admiral. He is expected to receive the rank November 20 if approved, aligning with Norfork Yard commandant Toussig’s retirement if eligible.
A model of the new battle ship, one of the all big gun vessels, was placed on exhibition in the Navy Department corridor. It is the first miniature battleship to wear the slate gray warrant adopted by the department. One model also features two new style unitary masts and drew attention from naval officers and visitors.
The report lists officers including Maj Charles Battua of the Seventh Infantry taking leaves of absence for two months, and Capt Darsey Cullen of the Second Cavalry assigned to the Presidio of San Francisco. It notes retirement dates, medical corps movements, and anticipated reporting to command for reassignment to an operation.
Fragmentary wartime notice detailing officers assigned to duties aboard ships and stations. Mentions Commander A Gleavex, Midshipman DHC Slat, Lieutenant Comar Thompson, and Clerk MC Roberts. References to United States Pacific Fleet, a meeting aboard the Cel Paym, and a squadron movement toward Pennsylvania.
In a Tennessee race report published today, Samuel Bopelis declares his candidacy for Congress as a Republican. WP Brownlow faces pressure from backed figures including Wo Wausearth, National Home for Disabled Soldiers officials, and former secretary Lanaia in a contested bid that cites letters and historical ties to support or criticize Brownlow’s withdrawal from the race.
The Tribuna reports negotiations between the American government and the family of the late Marquis Rudint for a house to serve as the American embassy site in Rome. The present offices are being enlarged and repaired, with a future residence possibly planned for Mr Leishwan the prospective ambassador.
Photography reshaped journalism and public life by spreading images of events and figures worldwide. The piece notes vast growth in commercial photography, camera tech, and the moving picture industry, highlighting cultural, scientific, and political impacts across nations and eras.
The article outlines federal efforts against crop pests and livestock diseases in the South, detailing a large-scale agricultural demonstration program. It notes extensive funding and the push to establish state and national experimental farms, with officials arguing over rail and naval cost comparisons and the scope of agricultural research.
An ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as a safe candy like remedy to digest foods completely, prevent indigestion and sour belching, and relieve headaches from stomach issues. It claims quick relief within minutes and urges readers to obtain a from a pharmacist for total cure of dyspepsia.
The article highlights a record corn crop in the South and notes a nationwide campaign of agricultural progress. It mentions California orange packing, New York potato trials, and a farmer boosting yield to 250 bushels per acre with new seed, illustrating broad farming innovations and cross‑regional efforts.
Secretary Ballinger withdrew over 800 acres of public lands in Montana Idaho Colorado Washington New Mexico and Wyoming from disposition to conserve water power rights. The lands include Red Rock Creek Montana 800 plus acres Clark Fork Montana Gunnison River Colorado New Mexico Ellicott River Washington Judith River Montana Green River Wyoming and tributaries. The future disposition depends on next Congress action while the lands remain under protection.
Rumors say Pinchot may stay in his role despite pressure from Ballinger supporters and Taft aides. Some say Ballinger would resign only if faced with an ultimatum, risking a political rift. The piece notes Roosevelt's backing for Pinchot and casts Ballinger as near-unlikely to quit amid the controversy. Also mentions Castro leaving for Madrid and Malaga.
A group signs a testimonial praising Yashe Tohng Medicine for quick throat relief and cold symptoms. They claim a patient nearly consumed by throat trouble improved after using multiple bottles, while warning against temporary patent cures and stressing the product is not a patent medicine.
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