12 Mar 1908
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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
1
A small, lively meet at Rice NM showcased clever performances by competing teams. Local athletes delivered precise plays and strategic passes, drawing praise from onlookers and organizers.
A roundup mentions multiple deaths and actions including Walter Baker’s death in New York, Gov Hughes’ stance on Troy mayor charges, Gen Pargond’s death in Connecticut, and Miss Cornelia Harriman wedding in New York. It notes railroad layoffs, a 500000 man cut, and a nine hour telegraphers’ hire plan.
The article notes anger in Britain over alleged imperial meddling in naval affairs, distrust between Shanghai and Tokyo, Lisbon rumors of a Portugal throne match with Emperor William, and France's stance on Haitian asylum. It also mentions the Russian Douma seeking reasons for an 83 million dollar loan, and Emperor William's meetings with Victor Emmanuel and Francis Joseph, plus Japan's hard line on the Tatsu seizure and France not yet extraditing Paul Roy.
China seeks apology and pledges to curb traffic in arms and ammunition. Japan hints at willingness to discuss the issue as Beijing demands further inquiry into the seizure of a Japanese ship.
The postwar navy expansion surprises nations as Japan doubles battleships, triples destroyers, and increases armored cruisers. Army and navy appropriations total 36 percent of next year’s national outlay.
Tokio reports no new developments on the Tatsu case through Sunday and Monday. Premier Saionji and Foreign Minister Hayashi hold decision power while Yuan Shi Press informs Tokyo after Canton viceroy talks. Osaka notes Sasebo naval activity with the first squadron set to leave March 14 and extensive torpedo destroyer refits underway.
A cable dispatch from London reports China apologized to Japan for hauling down the Japanese flag on the steamer Tatsu Maru and said it will respond to Japan regarding the cargo seizure. Peking says no understanding yet and calls for a full inquiry into facts.
Police use a crossed telephone line to relay a report of a theft. Patrolman Churchill heard details of August Schelle's stolen overcoat containing a certificate of deposit and other papers. He saw the suspect near a pawnshop and, with a direct line to the station, ordered assistance and arrested the thief.
Reports claim Captain Kidd’s treasure found as crowds gather at Long Beach. A dredge crew allegedly recovered a gold crest snuff box and a flint lock pistol from the channel dug between Long Beach and Hempstead, with a gold brooch and diamond ring found on the nearby shore. Scores dig in sand while dredge operators resist leaving the sand discharge pipe.
In Alton Til a 78 year old man Joseph Hulker plays cards almost non stop for two weeks to stay awake until his son Louis arrives from New York via Austria. The physician fears cessation of play could plunge him into a stupor. Louis is en route to his bedside.
St Louis report says a gypsy trust named National Gypsy Association is incorporated to control bands in the United States with King Joe Adams as president. The group aims to promote harmony among gypsies, comply with government obligations, and educate their children in public schools.
The verdict in Lieutenant General Stoessel’s court martial for surrendering Port Arthur to the Japanese has been formally pronounced. It is believed Emperor Nicholas will likely commute the sentence in line with the court’s recommendation.
The Emperor pledges to continue the constitutional path in response to a Moscow noble address that urged restoring autocracy. Observers view the exchange as a setback for ultrareactionary efforts and the drive to roll back reforms.
Norfolk special report says naval colliers Brutus and Aberenda reached Hampdeen Roads after guiding the fleet to Rio Janeiro with coal. An unconfirmed rumor suggests they may load two submarine boats at Annapolis to be transported to the Philippines.
The report notes Reading coal tonnage fell by 93 320 tons in February while Rubber Good yields dividend plans. Missouri Pacific December earnings dropped 545 212 with net profits down 562 075. Historical data cites Pennsylvania Railroad gross per mile rising from 16 600 in 1861 to 41 500 in 1907. A Wall Street dispatch cites Morgan support and January earnings for Telephogross up 4 103 amid broader market headwinds.
The plan outlines the return voyage of the Pacific fleet to the Atlantic via the Philippines and Suez with stops at San Diego San Francisco Seattle and Puget Sound. After Manila and Honolulu it will head through the Suez Canal and Gibraltar with ships reassigned to new divisions.
The President sent nominations to the Senate for consul general at large Alfred L. Gottschalk of New York and consuls general in Barcelona James D. Hill Minnesota at St Petersburg James W. Ragsdale California at Mexico Mexico China Edward T Williams Ohio at Tianjin Bahia Brazil Pierre Pauli Demara New Hampshire and Colonel Wm H Bixby US Army Corps of Engineers named member of the River Commission.
The session advances a standard school text selection for public schools, increases the appropriations to support educational texts, and enacts a cocaine possession law making it prima facie evidence of guilt. It also clarifies penalties for cocaine offenses and includes retirements and related budget moves.
Danville special report details the murder of Haywood Garland by Ferrell, a 22 year old Negro, shot during a December night quarrel. Ferrell received a 12 year sentence in the penitentiary. The defendant’s mother testified as star witness for the defense, declining to amplify bitterness.
Richmond Special reports the Richmond and Southern Railway seeks a charter to build Ashland to Fredericksburg, aiming to connect Gould interests to a direct Fredericksburg route. The move suggests plans to parallel the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac and use its tracks for a Southern outlet for a Wabash system.
Roanoke special report indicates some Norfolk and Western Railway Company employees favor submitting the wage question to the Interstate Commerce Commission if no agreement is reached with officials. The union meets here on March 16 to commence discussion on a proposed pay increase for all of the road's employees.
Richmond special: Virginia Senate and House concur to abolish hangings and replace with electrocution in two penitentiaries. The bill funds 1009 dollars for a new electric chair and death chamber as part of the reform.
Fragmentary item notes a quarantine measure to prevent spread of an illness. References a southern area and infected territory, with mention of officials and movement restrictions. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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