Johnson Loses Contest Against the Railroads
Opinion handed down by the board will represent its case if Johnson carries the fight to court. Will represent the board’s position in potential legal action following the defeat.
02 Oct 1901
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1901
Page
1
Opinion handed down by the board will represent its case if Johnson carries the fight to court. Will represent the board’s position in potential legal action following the defeat.
In Springfield, George D. Thatcher's suit to recover 296000 on three notes against the P. P. Mast estate was dismissed. The case proceeded to trial after a pending continuance was denied. Executives testified the notes were forged and the court canceled them.
Chief of Police Mason Williams arrives in Frankfort Kentucky after delivering a requisition for W. B. Taylor and Charles Finley to Governor Beckham in Indiana. He does not expect Governor Durbin to yield, and the report notes Williams traveled without the named individuals.
Canton Ohio October 1 Mrs McKinley’s condition has improved and she will not have a physician in constant attendance. Dr P M Rixey, Navy, has left Canton to report to Washington. Drs T H Phillips and E O Portmann will continue care as needed. Cortelyou returns to DC to oversee the late President’s estate with Judge Day. Webster and Spencer Coleman also departed for the capital.
Major General Otis of the Department of Lakes says there was an assault on a guard at President McKinley’s Canton town. He believes the attacker was an escaped prisoner from the Canton jail and promises a full report.
Washington dispatch reports Admiral Samp son relinquished command amid mounting strain. Navy officials say the move is orderly with Rear Admiral acting in his stead as the fleet awaits further instructions from the Bureau.
Washington Indiana Oct 1 The People's National Bank directors issued an official statement detailing cashier R C Davis embezzlement now pegged at 71946 22 with 31200 from draft funds 20746 from note funds and 20000 from depositor funds. Bondsmen cover 12414 more stockholders add 10000. Davis is abroad and promises to reimburse creditors while suits loom against friends and gamblers. Police seek further action as bank faces prospective losses.
Berlin reports Suermondt & Co of Aachen has suspended owing to losses tied to the Terlinder Company failure. Creditors expect full payment, with Berlin banks involved but none to lose. Mahler Bank linked to the Bourse overseers predicts a full return under the Bourse law.
London observers say Shamrock II shows improving form in light airs after yesterday's runs while Columbia remains a fast rival. The Daily Graphic notes the challenger may be starting to peak, with Lipton’s chances appearing brighter. The Yachtsman editor Hamilton says victory could be likely if luck holds and wind favors Shamrock II.
A War Department cable from General Chaffee reports that a surprise attack by bolo fighters on Company C of the Ninth Infantry occurred near dawn. The company was rushed to the scene by General Corbin, with 400 attackers involved. Names of missing enlisted men will be sent ascertained.
The transport Thomas arrived in San Francisco from Manila with Surgeon General Geo. M. Sternberger and Commissary General John F. Wheaton among its passengers. They had spent months inspecting their departments and were aboard with a number of army officers and discharged soldiers.
In Rome on October 1 news reports say the Russian Prince Makachidze and his wife were arrested on an unspecified charge after entering the city. Details on the accusation or next steps were not immediately released.
New York October 1 A light variable breeze turned today’s second international yacht race into a drifting non finish off Sandy Hook with 25 000 to 30 000 spectators watching Shamrock II gain a late advantage over Columbia as wind shifts and tactical lines determined the outcome amid a race declared off after four and a half hours.
Court first questions key figures as investigators probe possible conspiracy ties. Officials say questions focus on motives and connections surrounding the Schley matter, with prosecutors seeking clarity on alleged collusion and strategic actions.
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