20 Apr 1906
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Newspaper
Albany Daily Herald
Location
Albany, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1906
Page
1
A Honolulu special to the Tribune reports vibrations felt there for six minutes yesterday with fears of a repeat. The message also references a disaster in San Francisco and notes concern among residents.
The Chicago, Burlington & Quincy railroad and officers Darius Miller and Claud C Burnham were found guilty in federal court of granting rebates. The railroad was fined 40,000 dollars and the two officers 10,000 dollars each.
Archbishop John M. Farley marks his 65th birthday today born in Ireland in 1842 and arriving in the United States before the Civil War. He was named coadjutor bishop in 1892 and led the New York Archdiocese from 1902 following Archbishop Corrigan. Albany flags show conspicuous absence with Reich’s flag flying alone.
San Francisco reports scarce provisions for 300000 people as three relief stations operate under Mayor Schmitz. Fire from Telegraph Hill toward Van Ness Avenue threatens Octavia Street and the waterfront. Fontail warehouse and canneries risk destruction while refugees move to safety. Food prices soar as bakers aid displaced residents.
An Associated Press correspondent says 103 were taken from the wreck of Agnew's state in the same asylum at noon yesterday. Officially 207 injured, of whom thirty not expected to live.
News dispatches report the San Francisco fire is checked at Van Ness and Mission and still spreading north toward the bay while not likely to reach the west. About a quarter of the city is safe and relief measures begin with bread and milk supplies urgently needed. A Western Union dispatch from San Francisco notes the blaze in the residential area.
General Funston informs Washington that 300000 people are homeless as fires destroy large supply stores and famine looms. Troops cooperate with police. he requests food supplies tentage and blankets, and says no more troops are needed.
President Roosevelt and the Cabinet met to discuss the San Francisco situation and named Secretary Metcalf of Oakland to go immediately as the national government representative. He will advise with Governor Pardee and San Francisco authorities.
Washington April 20 The President sent a check for one thousand dollars to the Red Cross Society for California sufferers. Senator Knox contributed five hundred dollars.
Dr McCaskill writes Albany Georgia paper urging city action to drain ponds near A and N shops described as cesspools of poisonous gases. He cites early morning stench affecting railroad workers and their health, asking for sanitary improvements.
Partly cloudy tonight and Saturday with likely showers Saturday. Also notes on prices and contact details, including a banana price of 20 cents per dozen and a listed phone number. Weather segment attributed to W. EB. FIELDS.
A survey recounts major urban fires in the United States from 1700 onward. It cites San Francisco disasters with multi‑million losses in 1851 and 1906, Chicago’s 1871 blaze at about 168 million in property, Boston’s 1872 destruction, and other heavy losses in Charleston New York Portland and Baltimore, noting about 200 additional conflagrations surpassing one million dollars.
Relief efforts spark in Savannah with plans to solicit funds for San Francisco. The Savannah Benevolent Association may donate from its large reserve for emergencies, while Acting Mayor Jas M Dixon coordinates with Mayor Schiff to assess outside assistance needs and possible private subscriptions.
Greensboro April 20 Judge Goff directed the jury to return a verdict of not guilty for Gen Blackburn after removing the case from jury consideration.
A San Francisco report dated April 20 claims the Cliff House has fallen into the sea. The item cannot be confirmed and is likely untrue due to conflicting information and communication difficulties.
Special to The Herald from Savannah Georgia April 20 notes the Georgia Society Colonial Dames event during the annual meeting. The memorial to Gen Oglethorpe on Bay Street near city hall will be unveiled at 6 pm with Walter G Chariton delivering the address and city officials attending. Officers of the Daughters remained largely unchanged after this morning's election. The gathering includes visitors from across Georgia and social events for the week. Early morning and evening activities feature English chatter and social warmth amid a lively, if discordant, chorus of voices.
A fragmentary note mentions Amy and other paint brands in a confusing line about choosing a paint type and its virtues. The readable text hints at comparing brands but lacks complete details or context.
Masury Paint advertises its line including Floor Paints Floor Stains Wall Paints Roof and Barn Paints Enamels Varnishes Lead and Oil. The copy urges choosing Masury for better appearance and longer-lasting results and invites readers to contact for savings on repainting projects.
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