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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
9
A Southern Railway collision killed nine people including Samuel Spencer, identified as the president of the railway. Investigations underway. cause not yet released as officials secure the crash site and gather evidence.
Nine people died in a Sawyers Virginia collision on the Southern railway when a following train struck the rear of a stationary wrecked set. Samuel Spencer, about 60, head of the road and close associate of J. P. Morgan, perished after the car he rode in caught fire. Fifteen were seriously injured as the block-system error caused the crash.
J B Waterman of Watertown writes that Mr King’s Pills cured epilepsy in his wife, who has had no attack for over two years. The ad touts “Beat body cleansers and life giving tonics on earth.” Signed by Frank T Clays, druggist.
An affidavit by a government agent alleging intimidation by influential men while probing coal land frauds was presented to the interstate commerce commissioner. Names cited include Senator Clark and Warren of Wyoming, Commissioner Meharde, and George F. Pollock. The agent accuses Washington land departments of suppressing evidence as a federal grand jury investigates.
In Coweta Indian Territory a 3-year-old son of Nero Charles was carried about fifty yards by a large gray eagle while playing in a field near Jackson Ferry on the Verdigris River. The child sustained only minor bruises and scratches. Local reports note two large eagles near the river, one killed ten days earlier while feeding on a pig. Authorities say such attacks are unprecedented in the area.
Bloomington Ill Dec 3 Mrs Jacob Dearinger of Christian county claims the most descendants in the United States at 271. She is mother to 16 children and has 271 total descendants through four generations seven of the last generation. Her life as a Central Illinois pioneer is noted though she smokes a pipe which her children do not object to.
Galveston officials say 200 cotton warehouses will be ready in Texas to store the crop for a steady, level supply. It is estimated 750000 bales can be stored indefinitely if needed. The Farmers' union pledges financial advances to farmers unable to carry their crop, with bonded warehouses prepared for loans.
Washington December 3 A crowded chamber and galleries watched the last session of the 59th Congress. Speakers, senators, and representatives gathered to congratulate one another after the November vote. The day featured oaths, resolutions on discharged troops, and early adjournment at 12 53 pm. The Capitol, freshly renovated, buzzed with anticipation of a brief session and possible ship subsidy discussions amid talks on Japan policy and ongoing presidential nominations.
San Francisco directors announce that the dispute over segregating Japanese pupils will go to higher courts. Secretary Metcalf told the board he believes they are within rights to establish a separate school for Japanese students. Attorneys expect a federal test case. Supreme Court ruling could shape future state legislation. Director Walsh echoed Oliver’s stance.
An investigation at Bilibid uncovers traces of plague germs in bodies of ten inmates who died after inoculation with cholera serum. A visitor mixing serum and germ tubes is blamed. Dr. R P Strong may resign as government evaluates the incident. In Washington, the US Supreme Court adjourned for lack of jurisdiction in New York Foundling Hospital v Gatti, upholding the Arizona court ruling favoring Gatti.
London reports a bulletin from Highbury Moor Green Ri ningham stating Joseph Chamberlain shows steady improvement. He can take daily walks and drives and his eyes have improved enough to read.
Leominster Massachusetts December 3 The San Jose scale has been discovered in several fruit orchards by Tree Warden S R Walker. The pest damages fruit trees and shrubs and adds to concerns from gypsy and brown tail moths. Officials think nursery stock from the west may have carried it here.
The United States Supreme Court on December 3 denied habeas corpus relief to Moyer Haywood and Pettibone, leaders of the Western Federation of Miners, who are jailed in Idaho over alleged involvement in Governor Steunenberg’s murder. Justice Harlan wrote the opinion, keeping them in confinement for trial in Idaho.
A St Joseph Missouri fire destroyed the Palace Clothing house early Monday. One woman was badly injured by leaping from a third story window. Loss to stock and building reported at eighty thousand dollars.
An earthquake shock lasting two seconds was felt Sunday at Milazo in the vicinity of Sicily and Rome. The tremor was reported by local residents, with no immediate details on damage or injuries. Authorities urged calm as officials assess the event.
A reader recounts a severe blood poisoning case ending after using Cuticura Remedies. The testimonial claims rapid improvement within two weeks of treating the foot with Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent, and credits relief to the products after months of pain and disability. The claimant, Robert Gokeenlionee of New York, expresses strong praise for the cure.
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