15 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Fargo Forum And Daily Republican
Location
Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
1
English language newspapers printed for Jack Tars honor a remarkable visit by American sea fighters to Yokohama and Tokio. The dispatch notes decorations and festive demonstrations in port.
Tokio reports the American battleship fleet is ahead of schedule as Japanese warships convey friendly greetings. A wireless message says Admiral and officers watched Japanese maneuvers off Kiushin Island in southeastern Japan.
At 8 o'clock this morning reports said the gunboat Yankton leading the American battleship fleet was sighted by Japanese war vessels off the coast. The Yankton was expected to arrive during the morning.
The American battleship fleet under Admiral Sperry, which departed Manila for Yokohama on October 10, was sighted maneuvering to the southeast of Kiushiu, the southernmost main Japanese island, near Tokio.
Tokyo reports widespread excitement as the American fleet nears Yokohama. Prominent Japanese papers publish English editorials assuring a warm welcome to American officers and sailors, highlighting national eagerness beyond local cities.
In Scranton on October 15 the Anthracite Mine workers' convention declared a new agreement will be demanded from operators to replace the current contract expiring April 1908. The decision outlines the miners' intent and strategic stance at the regional gathering.
Fishkill Landing New York October 15 A United States Court writ orders Dr Robert E Lamb superintendent of Matteawan hospital to produce Harry K Thaw at Pittsburg forthwith The writ was served by a U S deputy marshal who waited at a railroad station The doctor had not decided on action to take
New York district attorney Jerome says gambling houses in the Tenderloin pay police about 550 dollars a month to avoid trouble. He claims eighteen suspected dens are under scrutiny in the 23rd precinct and expects arrests within a month with names withheld from release.
Charles Clark a Barbadian immigrant aged 16 is isolated in an outbuilding behind Camden county hospital at Blackwood with leprosy in an advanced stage. He had mingled with locals for months before the illness was discovered and was sent to hospital, later discharged as incurable. No details were given to authorities.
North Dakota Supreme Court rules the 1905 petition to move Dunn county seat to Manning constitutional and grants writ of habeas corpus for county commissioners jailed in contempt. Long dispute between Dickinson and Taylor factions ends with Manning confirmed as county seat.
The federal jury to try banker Charles W. Morse and Alfred H. Curtis was completed in New York. Morse and Curtis pleaded not guilty to indictments charging violation of national banking laws and conspiracy as District Attorney Stimson opened the government's case.
New York reports discuss a claim by Rev. Dr. Wilbur F. Craft that Theodore Roosevelt could become world president within years. A responding letter from William D. questions Craft and the apparent ambition behind the assertion, casting doubt on the rising rhetoric.
In Fremont Nebraska on October 15 a deadly incident occurred among Italian railroad yard workers. Jane Tony was killed by stabbing and shooting. Patsey Pascoe was stabbed eight times and is expected to die. Joseph Teuno was wounded with two chest stab wounds and a leg injury but may recover. Police arrested six people in connection with the riot over a board bill.
Rome reports Princess Claire fled from Berlinzona to evade her father Don Carlos the second pretender and sailed toward America with Italian lover Count Fol. Family opposition over rank. after failed attempts she returned incognito to Sheimety then went to Bellingore. Upon identity reveal she died. rumor says she rejoined Fol.
A sensational new theory claims Mrs. Thompson was killed by a Hindu fortune teller. Attorney Erbstein says the motive links to a fortuneteller operating at 63rd Madison Avenue in 1906, with a room mate and alleged theft tied to a missing diamond ring.
Chicago authorities announce an indictment against Luman C. Mann for the murder of Mrs. Frances G. Thompson formerly of Fargo. A captain for Mann’s arrest is issued as Mann remains free on a $25,000 bond.
Testimony backed Standard Oil Company claim that six cents was the regular freight tariff on oil from Whiting to East St Louis. Judge Franklin Ferris heard the evidence in the railroad case aimed at dissolving the railroad company. Henry D. Pieg and others testified before the court in Chicago on October 15.
Berlin reports an international brewers movement to counter growing prohibition. The international jubilee congress of the Brewers College and Institute for Experimental Research will host doctors and scientists from several countries. Prof. A Struve of Prussia will lead discussions on moderate beer drinking and cross border cooperation.
New York October 15. Howard Gould's income said to have fallen from 600000 to 400000 per year after a business slump, as his counsel opposes Mrs Katherine Clemmons Gould seeking 120000 yearly alimony. Nicoll says the claim is untrue and cites past payments and extravagance. Shearn alleges attempts to starve her out and spying in Castle Gould. The court reserved decision on the alimony increase.
The Democratic National Committee released a report via Treasurer Herman Ridder detailing contributions to the national campaign fund through Oct 9. It lists receipts and allocations including donations under 100 dollars, a Denver convention fund balance, and totals: receipts 248,567.55, disbursements 225,962.88, remaining balance 22,604.50.
L. Irving Handy announced last night that three Delaware men will wed girls from counties with the largest Democratic majorities. The plan ties marriage to election results and uses county voting as a prize.
Six persons were badly burned and several others injured when a tank car filled with gasoline on the Lake Shore road exploded after a wreck in Amherst Ohio late last night. rescue crews battled flames as the blaze drew bystanders.
London report says Great Britain Russia and France have agreed a programme to present to other powers as a basis for discussion at a proposed European conference to settle the Balkan agitation. The proposals are eight in number and to be laid before the eight powers.
State Treasurer Clarence C. Dinehart spoke to a packed Detroit court house audience and torch light processions marked the event. The turnout was the largest and most enthusiastic political meeting in Detroit in many years.
New York reg data for five boroughs shows 23 836 more registrants than 1906 and 5 426 fewer than 1904. Strong declines in Tammany districts in Manhattan accompany rises in Republican areas, suggesting support for Taft and Hughes in the upcoming vote. Brooklyn Manhattan Bronx Queens Richmond totals 682 965 vs 659 129 in 1906 and 688 891 in 1904.
Bridgeport, Conn. October 15. Dennis Burns was fined 20 dollars after kissing his wife on a Sunday streetcar ride. He ignored passenger protests and conductor warnings, then was arrested in Naugatuck after a local man invoked blue laws. Judge Hungerford dismissed the charge of kinsing on the sabbath.
London October 15 all men of the home fleet on liberty have been recalled to their ships causing widespread excitement though the reason is not yet known.
Des Moines Iowa Oct 15 Norman Lichty president of the Norman Lichty Manufacturing Co has sold his interest in this large proprietary drug house in Iowa and the Midwest He began exploring the healing power of drugs and the mind and decided to exit the business believing drugs lack healing efficacy.
A national suffrage campaign led by Lady Frances Cook filed a mandamus suit against election officials in New York seeking access to registration desks refused to suffragists. The aim is to bring the case to the U S Supreme Court with Lady Cook’s counsel aiding the effort.
Taft spoke in Huntington after a brass band procession, addressing a large crowd before 8 a.m. He praised protectionist policy, saying it had made West Virginia and shifted the state into the Republican column alongside Pennsylvania.
New York officials say wholesale registration frauds have been committed and independence party leaders plan to vote hundreds of repeaters in the upcoming election. Managers provide sworn evidence to the state superintendent of elections.
Six Austrian warships anchored off Spinizia in Dalmatia within ten miles of Antivari the Montenegrin seaport.
A federal jury in Omaha found Frederick Baird a Chicago attorney and head of the Chicago Ranch Co. guilty on six counts for attempting to defraud the government of several thousand acres of public land in Dawes County Nebraska through fictitious entries.
Wymore Nebraska October 15 William J Bryan began his third and final day tour with a speech before seven in Endicott this morning. He appeared fresh after a late night finish and drew several hundred farmers including those traveling over fifteen miles to hear him.
Berlin dispatch notes another air racer in the sea as World War II reporting continues. Details are sparse with brief mention of ongoing aerial activity and maritime risks during October.
In Kantao northern Korea a battle between Chinese and Japanese troops last several hours left unknown casualties. Japan asks to pursue aggressors into Chinese territory, but China refuses. Tokyo protests to Peking and warns of potential frontier action to protect Koreans.
Striking taxi chauffeurs attacked hotels and cafes in Newark late last night and early today. Windows were broken at the Hotel Plaza Hotel Majestic and Rector's as they try to force hotels and restaurants to bar taxicabs during the strike.
New York reports Dr. Frederick E. Cook may have reached or approached the North Pole. He has not been heard from since March 17, when he was icebound 500 miles from the pole north of Cape Thomas Hubbard. The expedition began as a hunting trip with John R. Bradley before Cook decided to attempt the pole.
The incident in Eau Claire Wisconsin on October 15 involved Fred Strum Jr hiding his six month old child from custody and fleeing through a crowd of about 200. Police tracked him down and the child was recovered. Strum pleaded guilty to assault when arraigned.
Rome reports Avalona may crown the Duke of Abruzzi if Albania declares a king at all. The capital stay or move is unresolved while international opinion weighs the claim.
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