Earthquake in Costa Rica Town Disaster Runs Casualty Toll
First reports underestimate deaths after a powerful quake that leveled a Costa Rican town. Rescue teams search amid ruins as officials fear higher casualties and continued aftershocks.
08 May 1910
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1910
Page
1
First reports underestimate deaths after a powerful quake that leveled a Costa Rican town. Rescue teams search amid ruins as officials fear higher casualties and continued aftershocks.
The Morning Journal reports a 24 second quake near Cartige city at 7 PM causing widespread destruction. Thousands are homeless and starving with many Americans among the dead or missing amid massive property loss and aftershocks.
A legal action from Victoria reports the government seized a schooner on April 16 in Dualeke for forty six thousand dollars. The suit seeks recovery and details an account of the seizure filed with the court and related notices.
A blaze swept a Japanese town on April 16 destroying 1505 buildings including factories temples post offices and public buildings. Damages exceed 2400 dollars and many workers were left unemployed as manufacturing activity halted and exports suffered.
A terse probate notice states Louis James leaves his entire estate to his wife. The brief item references a will and unclear dates, with the source fragment mentioning executors and formalities.
The will leaves $500 to Aphie James wife, formerly Aphie Hendricks of this city. Five hundred dollars is set aside to be divided equally between James' two children by a former wife. The estate's total value is not listed in the will which will be probated in Tony Branch, N J next week. The actor's life was insured for $20,000.
Reports reaching the administration say the Japanese seal poachers plan to use motor boats this season. Secretary Nagel is considering whether to increase the revenue cutter patrol at the Pribilof Islands. Three revenue cutters will perform police duty in the vicinities this year.
Greeley Colorado May 7 three bronco mares fight to protect their foals as a pack of hungry coyotes rips through a pasture three miles east of town. The mares suffer bites and injuries but no pups are found. patches of blood and torn hide indicate the coyotes were driven off.
Colleagues in Congress honor Speaker Joseph Cannon on his 70th birthday. Champ Clark joins well wishers and the Morning Journal notes the decor and flowers outside his office door. A Republican and Democrat tribute from peers highlights Cannon’s long service and public duty.
New York reports seventy five the era of ore and two hundred theaters on the United States and Canada. A week of consultations aimed to organize the National Theater Owners Association CHO. Officers include President John Cort and Treasurer Albert Welles. The effort spans circuits from North Western to Pacifier and regions across Manitoba, North and South Dakota, and New York to Arizona, with nationwide reach.
Washington social note describes a May reception at the White House for Californian guests visiting for a Pan American event. The committee aims to highlight goals of their mission and mentions a Wednesday dinner hosted by officials. Hefty obituary notes the death of Jehu Gund, founder of a Milwaukee brewery, at age 84.
Thomas F. Byrnes, longtime New York City police chief and pioneering detective bureau leader, dies at his home after a two year illness. He helped establish the death deadline in the financial district and led efforts that broke a major burglary gang, testifying in the Lexow inquiry in 1894.
Washington May 7 Secretary Ballinger warned of ongoing “snake killing” within the Interior Department during the hearing into the Ballinger Pinchot affair. Brandeis pressed for details as questions centered on co conspirators and connections to Alaska oil interests. The committee aims to conclude hearings soon with testimony from key officials and witnesses.
The court declares children born to enslaved people prior to emancipation illegitimate under state law. Justice Linden Shaw writes the dissenting opinion, while Mary Jute Stephens, an elderly Black woman, seeks $100,000 in settlement connected to her father.
A combative political column argues against liquor interests and defends opposition to Hughes. It notes coverage bias in newspapers and urges farmer involvement while hinting at county events and committee meetings. The piece references Morningbourne Paedel Lense and calls for continued consolidation efforts.
Court records reveal Peter Coon alias Omnipotent Com, head of the Tantrik Order, is held on $15 000 bond facing pedition and related charges after a preliminary hearing described as exposing systematic abuse. Witness Gertrude Lee testified of coercion and violent acts connected to the cult and its rituals in Beatle and New York locations.
Tokyo officials discuss an expanded naval program to be submitted at the next diet session. A large destroyer to be built at Nagasaki in response to lessons from the Toshima battles is planned, aiming for 33 knots and at least 160 tons.
Prosecutor objects to accepting the sick woman's deposition for defense and is sustained by the court. The deposition of Mrs. John M. Cleary was taken at her home and referenced a dinner with Dr Hyde and his wife. The judge ruled improper notice, delaying the poisoning trial as the defense planned to use the deposition. Adjournment followed brief questioning by Dr. J. W. Perking.
A receiver was appointed in Mexico City to take charge of the Federal Bank after a petition by W. J. Powell manager of the bank. The report indicated a balance of 864,640 against liabilities.
San Francisco and San Diego ratify a compromise to cooperate on exhibitions. San Francisco will assist San Diego in holding an industrial exposition while San Diego helps with San Francisco's world’s fair plans. The agreement was unanimously ratified at a Washington meeting of representatives.
The steamer Normandy from London to Toronto struck a rock near Cheat Lrl Ad about twenty miles away early today. She sank in twenty five fathoms of water an hour after collision. Twenty six crew aboard under Captain Hawthorne. Captain’s wife three children and two maids survived ashore with Lifeboats.
The retired Rear Admiral Bowman H. Meotain died Saturday morning and will be buried in Arlington. Former navy associates arranged the services. The body goes to Los Angeles for cremation after funeral in the eastbound plans May 14 for the family including the widow two daughters Mrs Knox and Miss Stella McCalla Lieutenant Commander Dr W Knox and Captain W Miller. Messages of condolence flow from major naval stations worldwide.
The nation observes a period of mourning after the king’s death. Theaters and amusements close as crowds gather to honor the monarch, while calm settles over Saturday night throngs reflecting solemn mood.
London observes a nation in sorrow after the death of King Edward VII. King George V proclaims accession in a formal ceremony at St James Palace as crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace and Marlborough House. The royal family prepares for solemn funeral rites and a period of official mourning across Britain and dominions.
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