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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1909
Page
5
Rear Admiral Schley urges Commander Peary to present his North Pole proofs to a non National Geographic body for impartial review. He reaffirms full faith in Dr. Cook and seeks a prompt, just assessment to settle the dispute.
Admiral Schley urges Peary proofs be reviewed by the University of Copenhagen to test Cook findings, noting the Danish body’s impartial handling. He recalls his Arctic rescue experience and criticizes the National Geographic Society for delay, while Copenhagen officials rebuff a society committee presence.
Commander Peary declined to comment on Admiral Scheley’s remarks tonight speaking from the Waldorf Astoria banquet hall where he attended as a guest of the New England Society.
Copenhagen officials say the University of Copenhagen and the Royal Geographical Society will not withdraw the honors given to Dr. Frederick A. Cool. Officials indicate the university did not award the degree in a questioned manner and that no withdrawal is anticipated.
A notice explains that rewards for discovering the pole are not given, while Dr. Cook’s Arctic exploration is recognized. The Royal Geographical Society holds a similar stance.
Dr. Trueblood of the American Peace Society says Cook should be given more chance to prove his case. He argues Copenhagen University has not ruled out the pole achievement and that the data may be insufficient rather than disproving the journey. He calls for further developments before final judgment.
Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen breaks his silence on the Peary Cook controversy calling Cook practically a dead man and unworthy of world attention. He questions Cook's early distance from the pole and notes contradictions in later reports while praising Peary's veracity.
An expedition of six Alaska pioneers left Fairbanks with a dog team and supplies to establish a base at the foot of Mt McKinley. They plan a March ascent if winter breaks and forfeit 5000 dollars if none reach the summit.
Dr. Maurice F. Egan American minister to Denmark arrived in New York aboard the Oscar II and said Danes still support Dr. Cook despite reports. He noted Danish disappointment and his own role in praising the explorer upon arrival in Copenhagen. The minister will stay in New York through the holidays.
W Gould Brokaw did not testify and his lawyer continued to present defense testimony. Mrs Brokaw sues for separation with alimony of 60000 dollars a year. An adjournment was ordered until tomorrow when Mr Brokaw will take the stand.
The millionaire, likened to a schoolboy reciting, rehearsed direct exam details at H Bramhall Gilbert home. Testimony includes an Atlantic City hotel incident where James A Blair allegedly threatened to kill him. Witnesses describe salaries at Brokaw estate and hunting preserve operations in High Point North Carolina.
Mrs Adeline J Magee of Newton appeals the Probate Court decision allowing the Wason will worth 1 490 000. She alleges undue influence by executors George B Wason and Robert S Wason and seeks a fuller hearing in Superior Court Cambridge seeking Supreme Court review.
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