23 Mar 1908
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne News
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1908
Page
1
In fog off the Japanese coast near Hakodate two steamships the Matsu Maru and the Hideyoshi Maru collided. The Matsu Maru sank with 250 deaths including the captain 43 sailors and most of 244 passengers. Total dead likely 276 amid panic as passengers fought for lifeboats while the crew struggled to control chaos.
Boston March 23 Governor Guild's condition worsens with a failing heart. Dr Winslow declined to comment after today's visit citing crisis. A consultation is planned as fears rise that the governor may not survive another severe setback. Persistent uncertainty surrounds his fate amid multiple ailments.
Washington March 23 Justice Clahaugh of the DC Supreme Court issued a permanent injunction preventing the American Federation of Labor from publishing the Bucks Store and Range Company of St. Louis in its unfair list. The federation had already halted publication of the list pending appeal to the US Supreme Court.
The Chinese government invited the United States to send battleships for a visit, extending the invitation through Minister Wu Ting Fang who presented it in person at the state department. It is expected to be accepted.
Paris on March 23. Banker Rochette a renowned French financier was arrested today on charges of swindles totaling more than 912 million francs. He founded the Franco-Spanish bank and serves as administrator of the Mining and Industrial Credit bank and holds a leading role in several mining firms.
Police move after arrests as authorities close Franco Spanish and mining credit institutions affecting 400 workers. Henri Rochette, once a messenge r boy and clerk, built a $32 million fortune through a network of 58 affiliated banks, amid allegations of false loans and risky schemes. The investigation began after Gadot's warning last February likening Rochette to Therese Humbert, and now lampshades a widening case with uncertain investor losses.
Washington report on March 28 states that the Supreme Court upheld a contempt judgment against Edward C. Young of Minnesota for attempting to enforce a state railroad law in court. The case centers on federal review of interstate railroad regulation and limits on states.
In Rock Island Illinois on March 23 dynamiters blew up the Daily News plant, disrupting the anti saloon fight backed by a law and order league. A new $10 000 press was damaged as iron fragments littered the three story building. Janitor Hueck and his family were jarred from sleep. the total damage reaches $9 500. The assailants escaped after chiseling a lock to the press room floor.
Latrobe Pa March 23 Eight year old Michael Shoemaker is dying at his home from injuries after a quarrel over a marble game. He had won all the marbles from a ten year old opponent who then kicked him in the abdomen causing internal injuries.
Washington dispatch notes Colonel Wil P Hepburn chairman of the house interstate commerce committee introduced the administration bill to amend the Sherman act. The measure declares it will not interfere with workers right to strike or bar employers from discharging workers or merging with others. Continued on page nine.
A murderer captured here confessed to the crime and described the events in lurid detail to police. The Degenerate Matricide case unfolds as authorities report the suspect provided a full account without apparent remorse.
A Chicago styled crime report details the murder of a 46 year old Anderson woman by hammer, theft of money and jewels, and a manhunt for her son Grover Blake and an accomplice. The pair traveled via Chesterfield Muncie Montpelier Fort Wayne and Lake Shore line, with officers pursuing through multiple towns to Fort Wayne. A note mentions a continued chase on the tenth page.
Washington reports Willie Dulaney receives a $1660 promoter position in the office of the auditor to the Navy Department. The article notes controversy over his duties and the president's restraint during the process. It mentions chatter about shifting duties as the president travels to Oyster Bay and possible related business moves.
Washington reports Robert Downing, famed impersonator of Virginius and the Gladiator, preached his first sermon in a new evangelist role at McKendree Church. He spoke from personal experience, declaring his resolve to devote himself to Christ while noting the theater can be a good place for youth to avoid.
Chicago March 23 coroner Hoff man has summoned fourteen witnesses for an inquest into the death of Lazarus Averbuch killed by Chief of Police George M. Shippy. Testimony will seek to prove Averbuch was an anarchist and that he visited the chief’s residence to assassinate him. The charge notes Averbuch was armed with revolver and knife the night before.
Police prepare reports to portray Averbuch as a dangerous anarchist as an inquiry proceeds. Rabbi Samuel G. Hirsch and other rabbis have hired an attorney to attend the inquest and challenge police statements.
Tallahassee Fla March 23 Governor Broward reportedly intends naming State Senator Thomas Wheat of Santa Rosa to fill the late William James Bryan’s United States Senate seat following Bryan’s death in Providence Hospital. Bryan died after a brief illness of typhoid fever.
Berlin March 23 Chancellor Price Von Buelow delays address on Germanys foreign policy as papers refuse to print his speech He aims to be heard globally but reporters back in Berlin may hinder progress by clashing with him and Berlin newspaper figures over alleged insults and duel threats involving Count Von Strotberg-Weringerode and Herr Groeher while publishers try to salvage a public image through a terse statement about misinterpretation of a followers speech plan
At the Indianapolis convention city Democrats debate the gubernatorial field led by seven candidates while weighing Taggart’s fate as national committeeman. March activities saturate the Grand hotel with leaders from across the state as preconvention strategy and loyalties unfold amid intense internal debate.
WASINGTON March 23. The prize of 1000 offered by United States Senator Jonathan Bourne of Oregon for the best written argument on why Roosevelt should be chosen president for a second elective term has been awarded to Judea Frank of Noicigis, late justice of the supreme court of Navads. The contest closed Feb 15 and judges have been busy with thousands of submissions from across the country. Even Cuba and the Philippines were represented. Sniath Bomne today announced the winner and that Judge Norcross’s argument will receive wide publicity.
Special Staff Correspondent notes the Georgia and fleet crews excel in target practice at Magdalena Bay. A “loading machine” drill simulates real loading, with crews racing to load twelve shells in thirty five seconds. A powder charge mishap underscores strict orders and focus on individual duties amid high competition.
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