06 Jan 1909
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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1909
Page
1
Reports from Teneriffe and Messina describe a twelve second tremor felt in Teneriffe with minor damage and bells ringing, while Messina suffers typhoid fears amid ongoing rescue efforts. Authorities push to isolate the disease as searches for survivors continue amid widespread devastation and anxiety.
Report describes rescue operations and evacuation following a disaster near Reggio Regio. Authorities assess casualties with several survivors recovered while others remain unaccounted. Local responders and medical teams attend to the injured as daylong shocks impact the area.
Washington reports new protections between Colombia and Panama settle their dispute. Colombia recognizes Panama’s independence and both nations resume diplomatic and commercial relations. Panama pay Colombia 25060000 in annual 250000 installments for Panama debt share. United States to fund payments. Boundary line fixed between Colombia and Panama.
Washington hosts the annual bachelors cotillon marking the start of the social season. Notables include Miss Carrie Munn, Miss Martha Hacon, Miss Elizabeth Parker, and Miss Roosevelt’s debutantes. also mentioned is Miss Katherine Elkins linked to the Duke of Abruzzi affair.
Thirteen Republican insurgents attended a dinner hosted by Representative Augustus P. Gardner of Massachusetts. Attendees included Campbell Madison and Scott of Kansas, Cooper and Nelson of Wisconsin, Foster of Vermont, Chase of California, Upham of Iowa, Marstall of North Dakota, Waldo of New York, Pearce of Marsland, and Steenerson of Minnesota. No decisive action followed as theHouse situation remained unsettled. Hepburn Esch Townsend and Lovering were absent and sailing in Panama.
William Brows was chosen by the New York Central & Andson River railroad directors to succeed William H. Newman who resigned December 22. Born June 29, 1855 in Herkimer County New York he began as a woodcutter and rose through railroading to senior roles, most recently first vice president and general manager of the Lake Shore system.
Reports from St Petersburg describe the interment of Father Jlebn oof Cronstadt, a late priest, in a solemn service attended by a small group of relatives. The piece notes other enigmatic marvels and a sight miracle linked to a soaked baptism. Washington reports December excavations on the Isthmian Canal reaching 3,517,672 cubic yards, above November and December 1907 totals.
President Roosevelt pulled back Robert Watchorn’s nomination to be commissioner of immigration at Ellis Island New York. The move surprised Senate and commerce department officials as charges against Watchorn are reviewed. The White House said the withdrawal allows inquiry into undisclosed charges and is not necessarily final. Secretary Strauss said no charges had been filed with his department.
Washington January 6 The Perkins special committee weighs drastic measures over the presidents annual message criticizing the secret service. Rumors say the section on secret service could be expunged or the reply to the House could be sent back to the White House. No action confirmed as meetings continue.
Washington on Tuesday the house transacted several miscellaneous bills of public importance, though there was no quorum. The senate spent under an hour on nominations, with many executives confirmed in executive session.
In Amarillo Texas Ranger Doc Thomas was shot and killed by Deputy James Keaton in the courthouse. Authorities say long standing bad blood followed a jail smuggling incident involving Arthur Binwater, sought in Hot Springs Arkansas for the murder of Ada Riecher last July. Keaton was arrested.
An aged reader testimonial from Norristown praises Vicol liver and iron medicine for restoring strength after years of weakness. Jacob Young reports dramatic gains at 75 and urges feeble neighbors to try a bottle with a money back guarantee. The ad notes a local druggist Chase Kave in New Albany selling the product.
Washington is informed Representative Tawney, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, will address the floor on the Roosevelt secret service message. He says Roosevelt misinterprets speeches to the House and will await committee reports before any reply.
Reports note a threat of a general strike by English variety artists, a crisis between Austria Hungary and Servia appears settled, and the US wins a constitutional defense case. Also mentioned are plans for a 25 000 ton battleship, Italian Red Cross relief funds topping 400 000, and Penrose nominated for a third term amid Senate shifts.
Every railroad man in the United States is called to appear before the federal grand jury investigating the packing house situation in Chicago.
In Switzerland researchers uncovered bones of 100000 year old men living amid constant threats from wild beasts. A. W. Brown of Alexander Maine credits Dr King’s New Discovery for curing a severe long trouble and stubborn cough. The medicine claims to cure sore throats coughs and prevent pneumonia with trial bottles available free.
The Indiana legislature convenes with Democrats set to hold the house speaker post as Thomas Honan of Seymour is favored, and Republicans aiming for leadership roles in the Senate with Will R. Wood of Lafayette likely president pro tem. Key fights include local option repeal, metropolitan police and cities laws, direct primary talk, and patronage battles as caucuses begin.
An advertisement promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a natural solution for stomach illness. It claims the tablets digest meals without stomach effort, improve blood quality, banish bad breath and belching, and restore natural digestion. The ad invites readers to order by mail from F A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan.
In Shelbyville Indiana on January 6 the jury returned a not guilty verdict after a trial in the Fred Ellis alleged poisoning case. The defense noted a May incident involving Mrs Elite with arsenic traces found in a castor oil bottle and a plate.
A Kansas City Journal report notes a clash where a fullback claimed foul tactics as the referee questioned the trouble. The piece mentions an attempted kick for the stomach that was headed away by a player named Idenked.
The Yonker Statesman notes a claim that he has not relieved humanity’s suffering, adding that his daughter was sent abroad for singing lessons.
Robert Barnes aged eighty four was found frozen to death on Lexington boulevard in St Paul Minnesota. He had left home aiming for a nearby store but wandered lost in the cold until he collapsed from exposure.
The piece discusses a professional view that Tuesday's stock market weakness stemmed from Consolidated Gas collapse. It notes Consolidated Gas weakness while generalists held firm and suggests liquidation driven selling affected the broader list. The adverse decision unsettled long positions and disrupted market campaigns.
A compendium excerpt warns anger damages heart and brain, causing nerve strain and fatigue. It claims psychophysics show blood poison after fits of temper and that repeated anger wrecks mental and physical processes, leaving a demoralized, exhausted person.
In a Cleveland Leader note, Mr. Bnrope voices a push to prevent marriages for those deemed weakminded. Mr. Grouch dismisses the idea, questioning who would want to marry at all.
A professor compliments a violin virtuoso and asks about a piece titled Doctor of Divinity. The violinist admits unfamiliarity, prompting a humorous exchange that ends with the professor exclaiming Biddle D. D. in Chicago Tribune fashion.
Mrs W L Gilpatrick of Dacausa Mo says Electric Bitters cured her mother who, past 70, suffered 20 years of dyspepsia leaving her unable to eat drink or sleep. She claims doctors and remedies failed until Electric Bitters revived her health and appetite. Sold for 50 cents at Chas D Koocetel's.
The King’s exemptions from laws are contrasted with royal children and princes. Princes may be sued for debt, with the treasurer paid from the prince’s assets if pursued. A prince under twenty five cannot marry without the king’s consent and a potential year of restraint if parliament disapproves. The king educates his grandchildren.
A dialogue between two women on ears and vanity unfolds in a brief New York Times item. One notes others ears while the other defends her own ear feature, provoking a surprised reaction before a hesitation ends the exchange.
Prices show wheat, corn, oats, and hay across markets in Indianapolis Cincinnati Chicago New York and Buffalo. Cattle and hogs range in the mid to upper dollars with sheep and lambs in modest figures, receipts listed and notable price spreads across cities. A medical advertisement for Foley's Urino Laxative concludes the item.
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