11 May 1907
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1907
Page
1
Queen Victoria gave birth to a son Alfonso who becomes heir to the Spanish throne. Crowds flooded the plaza before the royal palace as ministers and ambassadors gathered, and the King cancelled ministerial meetings. The birth is seen as a moment of deep political significance for Spain.
A southbound electric car on the McKinley Interurban Line was halted for repairs when a work train locomotive struck the coach head on near Edwardsville. Nine people were injured, several seriously, including J. R. Cowdrey and J. G. Hubbard. Edward Williams crawled from the wreck to seek help as local farmers aided with bandages until physicians arrived.
Boise observers note easing tension after a day of courtroom give and take. Defense lawyer Richardson says the sheriff will select a fair venire to form an impartial jury, with many witnesses expected from both sides.
Newport R I May 10 All American records for quick diving by a submarine boat were broken when the submarine Octopus completed rapid submergence tests in Coedington Cove. Amid rough seas and fog the vessel dived from surface after storage battery power engaged, taking on thirty seven tons of water to reach twenty feet within four and a half minutes. a second test shaved the time by half a minute.
Syracuse New York May 0 The city treasurer faces an alleged shortage in E F Allen’s term possible excess over 100000 experts must verify size. Reported proved shortfalls total about 2500 dollars. Allen denies irregularities while investigations proceed into local improvement accounts.
Abraham H. Hummel, a New York lawyer, is sentenced to one year in state prison and a $500 fine for conspiracy in the Dodge Morse divorce case. The conviction was upheld by the New York Court of Appeals after an earlier Supreme Court verdict. The case involved attempts to annul the Morse Dodge divorce on grounds papers were not served on Dodge.
In Lexington Kentucky James Hargis political leader of the mountains faces a second trial for the murder of James Cockrill at Jackson A Scott County jury and one Fayette County juror are chosen The Commonwealth will hear opening by A Floyd Byrd The defense cites recent appeals court instructions and several confessed accomplices The bond set at 25000 is renewed with George Karener a former juror among signers Trial expected to last about two weeks
Patrol Driver Charles Jackson fatally shot Harry Cole as he tried to escape in Butte Montana. A 5000 strong mob led by Cole relatives gathered, tried to lynch Detective Charles McGarvey, and raided a gun shop while police prevented further violence.
Cincinnati distilling interests head to Washington for a hearing before Attorney General Bonaparte on whisky labeling. Whisky opponents say the case is not reopened, but hearings may lead to testimony about whisky and 2A distillates being like substances and possibly a revised blend designation. The issue involves broad national interests under the food law.
May 10 dispatch from San Francisco reports the street railway dispute escalating beyond arbitration. Citizens' Committee unable to broker peace as the police force proves inadequate. Union officials want a full line run, but police consent fails. Two cars run into the burned district as crowds confront riders. mounted officers appear then withdraw, missiles are thrown and several people are injured.
Dennison Lodge No. 741, I O O F of Columbus, Ohio, reveals its accounts are in a hopeless tangle with suspected embezzlements by former secretary Charley E. Burr, the missing Public Service Director, indicted on bribe charges tied to the East Broad Street job. An examination of the books is underway.
George Bevington a New York valet was arrested with a letter in his pocket claiming a written confession to stealing money and jewelry valued at several thousand dollars from Sydney Smith, his Paris hotel employer, last March. The letter and a memorandum listing stolen items prompted police to act.
Special wire notes Cincinnati won the 1908 convention of the Medico-Psychological Association, defeating Atlantic City and New Orleans. Delegates backed Dr. C. P. Bancroft of New Hampshire for president, securing a solid New England vote. A proposed eight day meeting movement gained favorable reception.
A wreck on the Cincinnati Flemingsburg and Southeastern Railway at a creek crossing left two dead and many injured. The double deck trestle collapsed sending the engine and cars into the water fifty feet below. Covington and Flemingsburg residents were among the victims and rescuers formed a human chain to pull survivors from the wreck.
President hints at blocking Foraker’s re election and opposes any declaration of support. Taft and Cox policy faces pushback as Foraker’s allies warn of a renewed fight if Columbus amends the senatorial lineup. Senator Foraker arrives in Washington ahead of Brownsville inquiry resumes.
The Commercial Tribune reports continuing bitterness in some political quarters yet notes Ohio Republicans are shifting to a saner view. Taft faction demands confrontation while governors and leaders resist, with Governor portrayed as standing firm and calm despite misquotations and attempts to embroil him.
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