20 Jul 1912
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1912
Page
1
Japanese diplomacy scores a triumph as Russia takes a momentous step after hesitation and practical compulsion. The surprising alliance reduces tensions and reshapes the balance of power in Asia, signaling a new phase in international relations.
Newark New Jersey July 19 a seventeen pound catfish pulled Cuth bert Everett a 17 year old Rich field boy from his boat into Greenwood lake He managed to throw a line to light a cigarette and a tug dragged him overboard thrusting him into the water as his boat drifted away His friend nearby pulled him from the water before a third descent into the lake could occur
News reports from Tokyo state Emperor Mutsuhito is critically ill with stomach and brain affections and was unconscious Friday. Born 1852 in Kyoto, he has reigned since 1867. heir apparent is Prince Yoshihito born 1879.
The Daily Telegraph reports a Russo Japanese accord expanding on Portsmouth terms. It grants Japan control south of 44°N 116°E and dominance over Pekin while Russia gains freedom outside the Great Wall area. It allows a Siberian Kiakhta railway and narrows neutral powers in Manchuria.
Philadelphia reports that the Tacony bathhouse is completed yet unusable for a year due to a missing water supply provision. Builders failed to include necessary water connections in plans and specifications, delaying turnover to authorities.
Dr J A Hawkins a Pittsburg physician and club member sues Bell Telephone for 25000 damages claiming his name was omitted from the local directory. He says the error prevents reaching subscribers and business associates and calls the conduct negligent.
The Stanley steel investigation report urges that aggrieved individuals may sue trusts in federal court for relief, that trusts be presumed unreasonable, and that transportation be barred from mining firms. It also calls for prohibiting interlocking directorates and rejects a Gary Perkins price fixing scheme.
Washington officials await Sir Roger Casement's supplementary report on atrocities against Indians in the Putumayo rubber districts. Britain and America seek full correspondence with Brazil and Peru while Peru pledges humane treatment. Lima cooperates as the Putumayo inquiry progresses.
London reports show British officials pressing for action over Putumayo atrocities amid U S questions on Peru's fitness to govern the district. Acland cites government resolve to aid any U S move and to punish rubber company directors, noting no English perpetrators are named.
Mrs. Rene B. Morrow was acquitted of murdering her husband Charles B. Morrow after a three hour ten minute jury deliberation in Judge Kersten's court. Attorney Charles Erbstein denounced police methods while Assistant State's Attorney Northrup urged guilty verdict beyond reasonable doubt.
Five men were killed and several seriously injured when a steam pipe exploded on the steamer Principe di Piemonte en route from Naples to New York. A wireless message from Captain Domeniconi to the Italian consul's office reported the fatalities and injuries as the ship neared New York. Health Officer O Connell planned to board the vessel at quarantine to provide medical aid on arrival.
James I Sherman vice president of the United States is in serious condition after a digestive ailment aggravated by gastritis. He traveled to the Adirondacks for relief and has lost about thirty pounds. He will not return to Washington this summer.
New York police admitted the Rosenthal slaying draws from a gang led by Bald Jack Rose with police knowledge or approval. Detectives shifted from Shapiro’s tale to San Paul association talks at Northport and examined Lt. Charles Becker’s role, stripping him of his strong-arm unit command.
Constantinople reports Turkey will narrow the Dardanelles to keep navigation open while strengthening defenses after a morning clash with Italian torpedo boats. Two Italian ships sunk. six damaged. many killed. Rome denies destroyer collision claims and ponders the motive behind the bombardment.
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