Evening Star Newspaper, April 29, 1926, Page 6

HEADLEY CASE, CALLED “CRIME.” . FEATURES D. C. AFFAIRS PROBE Demoted Officer Takes Stand—Shelby Says Treat- . ment Was “Monstrous” Error—Witnesses As- Zhe demotion of Inspector Albert J. Hebddley by order of Commissioner Fenning on June 19, 1925, after 29 yaars of service, was called “the most ‘monstrous edministrative crime in the history of the Police Department” by Inspector W, S.'Shelby, administrative assistant in charge of personnel mac ters at police headquarters, at the hearing last night before the Gibson subcommittee of the House District committee, in the caucus room of the House Office Building. That he has a bill to.correct the “antiquated” insurance law of 1901, but has been ordered by Commls: sioner Fenning not to give it to any member of Congress was testified by T. M. Baldwin, jr., superintendent of fnsurance of the District of Columbia. Mr. Baldwin was ordered by the sub- committee to deliver that bill to it. Were Inquiry High Spots. These were high spots in a three- hour inquiry last night before this subcommittee, which isinvestigating not only guardianships and adminis- tration of municipal ‘affairs by: Com~ missioner Fenning, but is instructed to inquire into “any irregularitles or conditions that require further investl. gation or corrective legisiation by the Congres This subcommittee was definitely instructed by formal motion nt the full committee meeting vester: day to report as promptiy as possible any remedial legislation that the mem- bers decide is desirable. it These two District underofficials were assured by the subcommittee and 2 blanket assurance was given to all other District officlals or employes that no punishment or retaliation by any superior official would be allowed, in consequence of any testimony they might give at the request of the.sub- committee and that the_ full District committee and Congress itself would” protect them. : The subcommittee last night decided that it might recall Commissioner Fen: ning, who 18 now a witness L'efoie the Yiouse veterans’ committee which is inquiring into remedial legislation 1n guardianship cases. It was arranged definitely that Chief Justice Walter I. McCoy of the District Supreme Court will be the principal witngss at the hearing Saturday morning. The com- mittee also announced itg intention of holding an_ executive session this morning and hearings tonight and to- morrow night. A list of the most prominent District officials and’ mem- bers of the bench and bar was an- nounced to be summoned or recalled as witnesses. Garges Takes Stand. Daniel E. Garges, secretary of the Board of Commissioners, was the first witness, under oath, last night. He was questioned closely regarding what transpired in the board meeting when he read a motion handed him by Com missioner Fenning for the demation and transfer of Inspector Headley which became an order when approved by the board. In reply to a question from Representative Blanton, Demo- crat, Texas, Mr. Garges admitted that Commissioners Rudolph. and Bell “wstopped in disgust” the reading of the order. It then was éxplained that there is an arrangement between the District Commissioners that each is responsible for certain - departments and that his recommendations almost invariably are approved by the full board. In reply to a question from Representative Bowman as to the reason assigned for the demotion and transfer, Mr. Garges said that it was “In the interest of the good of the «ervice,” and done on the recommenda- tion of Acting Supt. Evans. , 3 Mr. Blanton had Mr. Garges read the official record of Inspector Evans. Charles P. Gore, a policeman, who had ordered a colored chauffeur: to move Commissioner Fenning’s car from prohibited parking space on New York avenue between 14th and 15th streets, was called by Mr. Blanton and questioned fully regarding that incident, his later visit to Mr. Fenning in his office, and his being summoned by Inspector Headley, then in charge of traffic, early that same afternoon and told to “consider yourself severely reprimanded” by order .of Comnis- sloner Fenning. Since that time Ofi- cer Gore has been twice transferred and taken off the traffic squad for pre- cinct duty. = Will Protect Witnesses. While Officer Gore was on the stand Representative Houston said “any District employe cal committee should feel free to testify and have no fear of reprimand or punishment by a superior officer.” Mr. Blanton supplemented this by saying that “the committee will stand behind the witness and Congress will stand behind the committee.” Chairman Gibson then called Capt. Headley and as he came from the rear of the crowd he was given an ovation. In reply to a question, Capt. Head- ley said that on July 2 he will have been in the service of the Police De- partment 30 years. Under direction of the committee, he told his story of how Commisioner Fenning had made complaint about Officer Gore shortly after Mr. Fenning had come into office, and this was about June 12, In a week he himself was demoted and sent to “Bloodfield” without any warning or suspicion that such a blow might fall. Replying to questions, he testified that he had established and built up the Trafic Bureau without any expense to Congress. By the de- motion his salary was reduced $720 a year, including an allowance of $480 by Congress for maintenance of an automobils He testified that for this there was “no excuse and no reason.” Mr. Blanton stated: “That's the cas® and I hope every member of this committee will help me to put him back where he belongs.”” He was interrupted by another salvo of ap- plause. Will Get Lower Annuity. In 2 serles of questions by Messrs. Blanton, Bowman and Houston, it ‘was put into the record that by virtue af the demotion and having served 3 years, when Capt. Headley retires £ will be at a lower annuity and that tnts means a great deal to his family. A physical examination six weeks ago showed him in perfect condition. It was explained that in his demo- tion advantage was taken of a clause written into the law in 1916, follow- ing the Boston police strike, which was designed by former super- intendent of police, the late Maj. Raymond Pullman, to give au- thority for demotion and transfer of one particular officer. It was estab- liehed by questions of Mr. Bowman that privates in the police force can- not b# demeted without trial, and that_the demotion of Inspector Hea The Interior of your hvws can be made SUPERIOR by purchasing for your floors Armstrong and « Certainteed Linoleum Superior Linoleum Co. ‘Wholesale and Retail 937 H St. NW. Main 10263 sured Protection From ‘Superior’s Retaliation. ley was by direction from Commis- sloner Fenning himself. ‘When Capt. Headley was asked by Mr. Houston what he felt was the cause for this demotion Mr. Blanton a urged protection of Capt. Head- ley. Mr. Houston stated: “This com- mittee . is. investigating acts of Mr. Fenning as District Commissioner. Here is a worthy officer demoted at Mr. Fenning's request.- I am not sat- isfied to let it stop there. We ought 10 go to. the bottom of. it.” Holds Fenning Responsible. When Mr. Blanton stated that he “holds Fenning responsible,”” Mr. Houston continued: “Mr. Fenning undoubtedly had the power to demote any - officer. ‘We must ascertain whether he used the power of demo- tion without just cause and determine the cause,” " Other questions asked Capt. ' Headley showed that it is doubtful whether the Commissioners could demote any other officer. Mr. Gibson supported Mr. Houston’s po- sition, but said: -~ “We are not anxious to_embarrass Capt. Headley if we can get the information elsewhere.” Mr. Houston stated that he wanted the subcommittee to call Inspector Evans and, if necessary, to recall Commis- sioner Fenning. Mr. Gilbert said: “I shall insist on Capt. Headley giving the reasons, if we carmot get them elsewhere.- Mr. Fenning denied, in answer to ques- tions by me, any participation in this demotion. It {s said that it was for ‘the good of the servce,” which means anything from spitting on the side- walk’ to murder, and we -ought to have it narrowed down.” Inspector Shelby then was called. Aid to Police Head, Tnspector Shelby sald he was person- wel officer and administrative ald to the major and superintendent of metropolitan ‘polive. He was required to read the official record of Inspector Headley, and he verified for the com- mittee that both-this record and that of Inspector Evang were official and prepared under his direction. He was also required to read the official rec- ord of Edwin B. Hesse, major and superintendent of police. - It was em- phasized by questions that Maj. Hesse has had no service as a patrolman, did not come up from the ranks, but was successively clerk in the Police De.- partment, clerk in the Fire Depart. ment, chief clerk in the Police Depart- ment and then assistant superintend- ent of police by direct order of Con- gress in an appropriation bill. Mr. Bowman brought out that after comparison of the “splendid” record of Capt. Headley with that of Inspector Evans, the committee was surprised to find Headley demoted and Evans promoted. Inspector Shelby paid tribute to In- spector Evans as one of the “most efficient police administration officers I ever came in contact with.” Mr. Houston questioned whether there was any friction during their long_years of service between Mr. Headley and Mr. Evans. Inspector Shelby replied that there was a little, but not of a serious nature, and said: “Most of us had friction with In- spector Headley,” but he paid glow- ing tribute to Capt. Headley as an efficient officer with his heart in his work, a love for the service and of unquestioned integri “Inspector Headley was a man who was positive in his ideas, firm in his convictions and courageous in their expression,” said Inspector Shelby. “I have never known Inspector Headley to be silent on a subject so near his heart for such a length of time as the long period. of silence that he has maintained from the time of his de- motion yntil his appearance before this committee tonight. I have never Heard him utter a word of criticism of any superior officer or any associate in public or in private. No member of this police force could have stood up under the blow administered to In- spector Headley with the same cour- age and fortitude as was evidenced by him. I have known Inspector Headley sirice before my appointment to the police force.” He was asked by Mr. Houston whether he believed Inspector Head- ley was demoted for the good of the service or at the request of some one else, and replied: “I do not know; there-is nothing-in the record.”” Holds Department Is Efficient. Questioned by Mr. Bowman regard- g the situation in the Police De. partment today, Tnspector Shelby ‘said that it is “a very efficient and well administered Police Department.” He was asked by Mr. Bowman if. he had any recommendations to make to Congress through the committee for improvement of the department, and after some hesitation, replied: *None at this time, but T am willing to sub- mit some views in writing later.” Mr. Houston emphasized that .the purpose of the investigation is to find what legislation is necessary or de- sirable to improve the service, and administration of District affairs in any and every respect and stated that this subcommittee welcomed sugges: tions. Mr. Gilbert asked, “What is Mr. Fenning’s attitude towards the Police Department and officlals? What is his conduct? What sort of results does he obtain—I want to get at the real fact: Mr. Blanton protested again that Inspector Shelby should be and must be protected by the com. mittee. Following a suggestion from Mr. Houston, l\;n Gilbert reframed plied that he does not come in direct contact with Mr. Fenning, that in his judgment Mr. Fenning is “a very able man, but has made many grave ad- ministrative errors.” Asked Whltl they were, he answered: ‘“The de- motion of Inspector Headley was, in my opinion; the most monstrous ad: ministrative_crime in the history of the Police Department.”” crowd in the caucus room applauded more_vigorously than ever. Chalr- man Gibson warned the audience they must desist from expressing their aporoval or disapproval, or the hearings would be continued in execu- tive session, and he asked the coopera- tion of the audience that the hearings might be continued in an orderly way to expedite a solution of the problems through remedial legislation. Inspec- tor Shelby cited no other instance of ‘“grave administrative error.” Blames “Bad Advice.” In reply to further questions he sald he “considered Commissioner Fenning badly advised in the Headley matter,” but said he did not know by whom. He stated tha. he dtl not belleve Mr. Fenning had auy ill-will in making the demotion. Mr. Gilbert emphasized that the result was not only to do a grave injustice to the man after 29 years of faithful serv- ice, but must have a bad influence in disorganizing the force. Mr. GiM bert said it was suspiclous and a peculiar coincidence that for nearly 30 years Mr. Headley had continued in the high regard of officers and his assoclates and then “within a' week of the unfortunate incident with the Commissioner's wife, this extraordi- nary action took place.” When Mr. Houston questioned what was in the record connecting Capt. Headley with that incident Mr. Gilbert explained that it had been previously testified that Mr. Fenning was angry at In- spector Headley because he thought the latter did not reprimand Traffic Officer Gore as severely as Mr. Fen- ning thought should be done. In- spector Shelby said he “hated to be- lieve there was any truth in that” and that he couldn't belleve it. Pressed further by Mr. Gilbert, In- spector Shelby said that he believed that Inspector Evans either acted on orders to make the recommendation for demotion or that he honestly be- lieved it was for the good of the service. Mr. Gilbert said that “further sus- picion of improper influence is aroused by the secrecy with which the case was closed. There is nothing in the record to show the reason why.” In- spector Shelby declared: ‘“You must go higher than me, for there is ab- solutely nothing on the record to show why.” Asks Eldridge Be Called. Mr. Gilbert sald: “With that rec- ord and that blow wouldn't we feel that thers must be some ulterior mo- tive unless some one gives us a g reason? Where can we get it?” It was suggested that Inspector Evans, Mr. Fenning and Traffic Director Fldridge should be questioned. Mr. Gilbert asked that Inspector Evans be summoned and Mr. Eldridge re- called. Mr. Gibson questioned what differ> ence there is in the conditions under which the present inspector of traffic works from those that existed when Inspector Headley was in charge. It was testified by Inspector Shelby that there was a direct order which re- sulted in Mr. Eldridge and Inspector Headley not dealing directly with each other, but through Commis- sioner Fenning, whereas mnow Mr. Eldridge deals directly with the traf- fic_inspector. It was emphasized by questions of the subcommittee that through this method of dealing through Commis- sioner Fenning it might easily be made to appear that there was not proper co-operation between Director Eldridge and Inspector Headley. In- spector Shelby expressed the opinion that the present system Is preferable. Sees Loss to Distriet. Mr. Gibson brought out that al- though the present traffic act pro- vides for a relssuance of drivers’ per- mits, no effort has been made to carry out the law in this respect and that as a result the District is suffer- ing a loss in revenue of $300,000 a year. He asked “why the act of Congress was not carried out?” Mr. Bowman asked if there was friction between the police and the trafic bureau. Inspector Shelby testified that they are working ami- cably and he belleves with goodresults. Further questioning brought out that improvement in traffic conditions probably resulted from an installation at great cost of the electric traffic light signal system and the addition of approximately 100 policemen, a majority of whom have been assigned to traffic duty. No Regulation on Point. Mr. Blanton asked, “What law per- mits Fenning to detail an $1,800-a-year fireman to drive bis automobile?” In- spector Shelby sald he did not know that this was done, and, in reply to a guestion by Mr. Gibson, sald that Albert J. Osgood 1720 H Street N.W. S T gy e $1.50 Chinese Colored Pongee, 33 in., pe yard ...... Japanese Pongee, 12-momme, 33 in, per yard . Sale | s; 807 14th 804 17th TOMORROW and SATURDAY of Roses Another 1c Sale of Roses for this week-end! 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It was shown that he represents two surety companies and ome fire insurance com- contractors on public works, including sghool construction, might be obtained through these compwnies. Asked by Mr. Houston to what extent these companies are used by District offi- cials, Mr. Baldwin said he had no way of knowing. Mr. Houston then asked that Mr. Garges and Mr. Don- ovan be required to bring before the committee all bonds of District offi- clals and contractors. Cites Objection to Bill. Mr. Blanton then questioned Mr. Baldwin concernidg the insurance bill pending before Congress for the last two yoars and which the Senate has veported favorably. He asked who had held it up and had new hearlngs on it, and what part Mr. Ferning had to do with it. Baidwin replied that objections had been presented by E. C. Brandenburg, as attorney, regarding features affect- ing the real estate title Lusiness, and had urged that if this was considered at all it should be in a separate bill. In reply to further questions by Mr. lanton, Mr. Baldwin admitted that n his opinion this should be passed in the interests of the people of the District and said it had had the ap- proval of the Commissioners. Mr, Gibson asked if Mr. Fenning had any- thing to do with holding it up and Mr. Baldwin replied that he couldn't say. Returning to the question of whether companies for which Mr. Fenning was solicitor would be Hable in the event of default by contrac- tors and whether in that event the Commissioner would be in the posi- tion of ordering suit against his own company to protect the people of the District, Mr. Baldwin admitted that was 'a contingency. It also was brought out that under the “anti- quated” law a company could also pay Mr. Fenning as solicitor rebates and extra commissions. Mr. Bowman promptly inquired about the “antiquated” law and was told that it has been in operation since 1901. He asked for recom- mendations on which corrective legis- lation could be based. Mr. Baldwin answered that he had a bill pre. pared which he would like to see enacted tomorro; “‘Give it to us,” said Mr. Houston. Mr. Baldwin replied: “I can't do it; I'm under orders not to.” “Who is your superior?” asked. “‘Mr. Fenning,” he replied. ‘When members of the committee demanded an explanation, Mr. Bald- win told them that he had conferred with Chairman Zihiman of the House District committee and Representa. tive Reid of Illinols relative to de- srable insurance legislation, and that when they had asked him to let them have a copy of his proposed amend- ments he told them he thought he he was Beautifying a Specialty It is surprising what .a complete transforma- tion can be effected in the home by selecting the proper Wall Paper and the right shade of Paint. Our years of ez- perience will aid you in the selection, Specialists in Painting and Paperhanging Let Us Estimate Geo. Plitt Co., Inc. 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Mr. Mackey discussed the Paul Berg case, in which Mr. Fenning acted as guardian and secured permission from the court to have this adjudged lunatic make a will. Mr. Mackey sald that he had been requested by counsel in Connecticut to represent the mother of this man, and that he is doing it without compensation. It was emphasized that Paul Berg made a will after he was declared a lunatic, disinheriting his mother and claiming that she was of immoral character. Mr. Mackey said that until this voung man dled he had received out of his estate $561, while Mr. Fen- ning as guardian got $877. He re- viewed that Mr. Fenning was ap. pointed on the petition of Annie Post, who clatmed to be a sister. He stated, as counsel for the mother, that Annie Post is not a sister, but a cousin, and assured the committee that the mother Is of good moral character, poor, doing housework, and that the voung man lived with her until he went into the Navy. Mr. Mackey ‘declared that “every cent paid to Mr. Fenning in that case was pald illegally,” and he cited a decision of the Court of Appeals that In a fiduclary case, fees could not be collected until the final accounting was made. He pointed out that “illegal payments were made in the years 1920, '21, '22, ‘23 and '24, for which the bond Js llable and for which the estate of Mr. Fenning is also liable, jointly and severally.” Varlation Is Cited. It was brought out by questions of Mr. Bowman that this decision was In a case of executor and adminis- trator, but Mr. Mackey argued that it applied equally in all cases and was 50 recognized by the courts. Mr. Gibson stated that in the wording of the code an executor and administrator is in practically the same status as a guardian. Mr. Mackey was asked how much he belleved Mr. Fenning had collected unlawfully, and he said, “many thou- sand dollars,’ He also pointed out that in all cases one-quarter of the bond fee which was paid to Mr. Fen- ning belongs to the ward. Mr. Bowman asked, “What is the solution? Can we get up a bill to cover it? You say that already it is covered by law.” Mr. Mackey an- swered: ‘But you can make it clearer 80 there is less chance to hide behind it.” They then indulged in a confer- ence as to how the law can be tight- ened up. Certain members of the committee expressed ‘their intention to inquire further why the officials of the District Supreme Court approved Mr: Fenning's accounts if they knew about this Court of Appeals decisien and - recognized it as applying in guardianship cases. New Witnesses Called. Mr. Blanton mentioned the names of Daniel W. O'Donoghue, Frank J. Hogan and Wilton J. Lambert as prominent members of the District Bor whom he would summon as wit- nesses. 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