13 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1908
Page
1
Warships at Curacao Port were stripped of nonessential gear and readied for deployment toward the Gulf of Venezuela. The move signals rising tensions as vessels head toward a volatile maritime region with potential combat readiness.
Caracas reports no exchange of shells despite rising hostilities between Venezuela and the Netherlands. Netherlands ships remain at sea awaiting orders as curacao reports Dutch warships stripped of super gear and heading for an unclear destination.
Reported coastal movement along Venezuela's southern shore headed for the port of La Guiara. The purpose of the visit is described as inaugurating a blockade, signaling a political or strategic action near the seaport.
A. D. Wolgast the fast rising lightweight fought Abe Attell to a ten round draw in Los Angeles. No decision was given as both fighters stood at the end of the ten rounds under the local boxing rule.
The Examiner, once critical of the Ruef case, shifted to praise Heney after the jury verdict. It editorialized in support of his effective work and credited him fully for the prosecution's win in San Francisco.
Floyd McFarland of San Jose California finished first in the international six day bicycle race at Madison Square Garden. The event featured 16 top teams with McFarland part of an American victory and linked to Fairbanks rider Frank Cotter.
The battleship Georgia rushed into Colombo with several crew members ill from smallpox. All patients were moved to an isolated shore house for treatment while the fleet followed closely. Officials say the outbreak is not alarming and cases are isolated with precautions to prevent spread.
United Press reports Moran Bros of Seattle won the contract to build two submarines of the modern Octopus type. The two craft will cost over three quarters of a million dollars as part of eight submarines being built with four to be on the Pacific coast. In Elgin Illinois a bomb with an extinguished fuse was found in Judge Mazzine’s chamber sparking a murder attempt investigation with no clues yet.
A violent Pacific storm off Puget Sound and near Vancouver Island traps a large fleet of steamers and sailing vessels. Winds top 62 mph, seas rise to mountain height, distress signals rise but aid is unsafe. Telegraph and telephone lines are down, isolating the area from northern Washington to the open ocean.
The jury for the murder trial of the Chinese suspect who killed Durham Stevens, advisor to Korea's government, was completed today in San Francisco. Prosecution plans to present evidence starting Monday morning.
A Fairbanks mining man named Stephens was reported as a poor gambler in Seattle on December 12. The brief item notes his reputation and financial troubles amid mining interests.
A local complaint to the chief of police details a $100 theft during a crooked gambling game at Steve O'Brien's saloon on Cherry Street. Four men involved in the game have been arrested.
In Tabriz Persia a serious clash between rebels and royalists ended with a rebel rout after hours of fierce fighting. Over one hundred rebels were slain and royalist losses were nearly as heavy.
A Turkish steamer sailing between Sebastopol and Constantinople foundered in a violent gale off the Black Sea. About 50 people aboard, including officers and crew, were lost as other vessels could not assist.
The dust Rex Wright paid for a Seattle barber shop as gold is assayed and found to be worth four dollars. The buyer knew nothing of gold dust, and would have spotted brass chips and filings if familiar with the real stuff.
The Navy Department nears installation of a worldwide wireless system to relay orders instantly from Washington to war ships. Extensive experiments confirm telegraphic dispatches over long distances on land and sea. stations with top equipment will be permanent, designed for immediate command from headquarters.
A large crowd in Judge Lawler's court heard the sentencing of Abe Ruef delayed to the last Saturday of December on defense counsel's petition. Attorney Act sought more time for motions affidavits and other steps toward a new trial. Ruef appeared hopeful and spoke with visitors about his belief in eventual liberty.
United States House passes a bill authorizing the president to raise a volunteer army in wartime. The act permits a call for volunteers and sets the eligible enlistment age at 18 to 40.
Washington December 12 The final points on the prospective cabinet are expected to be settled at the White House today as preparations continue for the new administration.
President Roosevelt and President elect Taft are in conference on the subject and will likely dispose of the several offices upon which there has been no definite decision.
New York December 12 Secretary Cortelyou was offered the presidency of the Union Trust Company one of the nation’s leading financial houses. He has not stated whether he will accept. The bank is where John D Rockefeller maintains his personal account.
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