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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1907
Page
4
A wide vote of public figures discussed a Roosevelt third term with Gov Hoch of Kansas, Sen Knox, Sen Warner, and others weighing renomination. Cabinet officers consulted on the issue as Taft’s potential nomination stirred debates about party support and possible selections for Oklahoma and West Virginia posts.
Interstate Commerce Commission hearings announced to be held in United States court rooms in New York City, October and November, now relocated to the aldermanic chamber at New York City Hall.
Reports say the vacancy in the district justice of the peace position, created by the death of Justice Lewis I O Neal months ago, will be acted on by the President next week. The Attorney General submitted all applicants and recommendations, but further inquiries were requested regarding one candidate. Rumors persist about color line considerations, while names under review include James B McLaughin, LS Kirkball, Tutlesse Wilson Anson, Taylor, Robert V Hughes, SM Smits, Furi, Ho Geisy, William M Hallam, Emanuel M Hewlett, and Gos AL Schuldt.
In New York on October 4, Democratic Senator P H McGarren and Republican Chairman Timothy L Wood clashed over Roosevelt administration responsibility for current disturbances. McGarren accused Roosevelt of failing to curb financial turmoil, while Wood responded by tying the issue to policy and campaign strategy. Debate date to be set, with Maryland voters and party unity topics also mentioned.
Robert S Hudspeth, chairman of New Jersey Democratic State Committee, sent a letter to Franklin Murphy, head of the Republican State Committee, urging a pledge not to use funds for improper influencing of voters. He proposed a three person committee from each side to ensure an honest election. Republican headquarters in Newark said the proposal is under consideration.
New York Oct 2 Harriman and J P Morgan focus on a holding company to take over Union Pacific stocks in other firms excluding Southern Pacific Oregon Short Line and steamship concerns. Holdings valued over 102 million dollars par, with dividends paid as participation certificates in the new company. Union Pacific stockholders to receive certificates in proportion to holdings.
Secretary to the President William Loeb, who joined President Roosevelt on a hunting trip near Yellowstone and in the Louisiana canebrakes, returned yesterday. He reports the party had a successful run and will leave for Washington Friday evening.
The plan to place the Grant memorial statue in the Botanic Garden faces strong opposition due to the destruction of historic trees. White House discussions show President Roosevelt prefers preserving the garden and its trees, suggesting a site change and involving Gen Oliver Dodge and a special commission to reassess anchoring the monument elsewhere in Washington.
Democrats met in the Raleigh Red Room to plan a November 6 banquet in honor of William Jennings Bryan. A 15 member executive committee chose Willam Abbott as chairman and appointed several male committees. The dinner, at $2 per plate, aims to invite ten top Democrats and feature a Bryan speech.
Two Oklahoma delegates report diverging views on a territorial constitution with supporters urging presidential approval and opponents arguing it cannot suffice for statehood. Representatives Bird McGuire and John Surford attend the Capitol as discussions unfold with President Roosevelt amid expectations of an early decision.
The Isthmian Canal Commission defends labor camps citing ample sanitation, shower facilities, and planned upgrades. Separate quarters for blacks and whites are planned, with extensive fumigation and clean practices. Food is claimed plentiful, and inspections will ensure safety. no European worker deception was authorized.
Chamber of Commerce committee members favor producing and distributing at least 100000 pamphlets nationwide this winter to illustrate Washington’s manufacturing and commercial benefits. The group met in Gad’s Hall with CW Cluggett and F L Siddone presiding to discuss form and content.
Herman Ridder, president of the American Newspaper Publishers Association, warned at the National Civic Federation conference on trusts that newspapers can not make further concessions to organized labor. He argued arbitration stabilizes investments, but publishers face limits as new awards threaten ongoing concessions.
The piece argues that overcapitalization and combinations by paper manufacturers have starved supply, spiked costs, and pressed publishers toward congressional demands while fearing further price hikes. It cites federal oversight proposals, trust issues, and calls for reform amid industry pressure.
A claim arises from two servants at Rear Admiral Crowninfield's summer home who allege slander against his wife and a named designer's wife. The parties, including Mrs Crowninfield, are said to be staying at the Hotel Walton in Philadelphia, with no stated Navy connection.
A fragment from a 19th century ad notes the Postum Certal Company Limited introducing a savory chy sini dish described as the most delicious Gaver of chy sini food. Battle Creek, Big City.
The speaker argued that the Department of Justice faces attacks before court action and defended mercantile and financial leaders. He praised reformers who defend credit and national prosperity, urging amendments to the Sherman and trust laws to preserve opportunity for commerce and manufacturing.
At a cabinet meeting Canada formally decided to submit the fisheries case with the United States regarding the Magdalen Islands to The Hague conference. The Newfoundland case with similar interests would also be included. Canada planned to take over the Bequimanit naval station on the Pacific from the British Admiralty in a few weeks.
Funeral services for A A Wilson, longtime district public servant, were held at St Patrick’s Church in Washington with Mayors, judges, and former officials attending. Grover Cleveland and Chief Justice Fuller were among those sending floral tributes. interment followed at Oak Hill Cemetery Georgetown.
The Washington Chapter of the American Institute of Banking debated the resolution That the government tax on State Bank notes should be repealed The negative won unanimously arguing such a repeal would restore the old era of shinplasters and destabilize the national currency The affirmative claimed issuing currency by state banks would aid small banking centers Speakers listed include G I Thomas HJ Phelps JD Buber Wolfe and Wm T Posie for the affirmative and 8 Galley Carroll Pierce EE Payne B P Wilson and H H Smith for the negative The chapter president W M Stowe awarded a silver loving cup for the best 1600 word essay on topics including the history of the present national bank reserve system and bank examination requisites The essays are due by March 1 An address by Prof Will a of George Washington University and music by the Washington Chapter Orchestra followed the debate A buffer supper was served.
Ten crew members aboard the river steamer Anne Arun, sailing from Baltimore to Washington, were put ashore at Leonardtown on Tuesday night facing charges from Captain GeorgeHeson after refusing to work following an incident involving a drunken negro stevedore named Arthur Campbell who allegedly slashed the second mate with a razor. The steamer’s officers report Campbell was restrained after a struggle. authorities say the defendants may be sent to Baltimore for formal hearings before a United Sister Commissioner.
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