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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1908
Page
13
A government office reports an overthrow in Venezuela. The situation involves a rapid shift in political authority and unclear leadership changes. Foreign observers monitor stability as the new power structure forms and reactions from regional actors unfold.
Reports from Caracas say martial law and renewed rioting threaten President Castro while Curacao residents urge a harsher Dutch response to Venezuela’s blockade. In Washington the state department confirms Venezuela’s war declaration as The Hague hails the uprising and predicts Castro’s abdication without trouble.
Bangor Me December seventeenth reports reveal twenty hunters killed in Maine as deer and moose harvests reach about ten thousand and two hundred moose with numerous other game. Vermont New Hampshire and Canada confirm fourteen additional hunter fatalities in the season.
A 15 year old mother is charged with killing in a case reported by the local police. The incident details and jurisdiction are noted in the early reporting, with authorities investigating the motive and circumstances surrounding the death.
In Boston authorities investigate six deaths within Mary Kelher family amid arson charges against Kelher. Victims Bridget Knowles Annie Kelher Stephen Kelher Mary Kelher Willie Kelher Peat Kelher died after suspected poisonings since 1895. Life insurance payouts linked to many cases raise questions as DA Higgins orders inquiry.
Coroner's jury accuses J. Walter Wilson of murdering Henry J. Boas. Boas died after ingesting a stomach powder mailed to him. Experts testified the envelope writing resembled Wilson's and a ink smudge matched forged cancellations found in Wilson's room.
A Bay area report outlines the defendant's role in the Annis assassination case. Authorities describe the alleged planning and execution elements, with ongoing investigations and legal proceedings affecting the defendant's involvement.
Mrs. William E. Annis wife of the publisher slain at Bayside Yacht Club August 15 testified in the Thornton Jenkins Hains murder trial. She was asked few questions and will later recount her full version. testimony centers on the yacht club tragedy and alleged witness tampering with Judge Crane restricting cross examination.
Constantinople reports the first Turkish parliament in 30 years opened by Sultan Abdul Hamid, in state, amid immense crowds and police guard. deputies, senators, cabinet, and foreign diplomats attended a procession to the parliament near Sophia Square. Early lineup shows Turks and Armenians aligned against Greeks, buoyed by congratulatory messages from England France and Russia.
New York report from the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis estimates 600,000 consumptives in the United States and only 15,000 beds. The figures, drawn from state statistics, imply one bed per 400 patients, with 100,000 cases in advanced stages lacking hospital provisions.
Chicago reports that Packey McFarland’s fight with Young Erne in New Orleans on November 23 has been declared off. McFarland refused to weigh in at the lightweight limit as demanded by Erne, per manager Harry Gilmore.
Miss Margaret Lutton, daughter of Mr and Mrs L W Lutton of Court Street, has been confined to bed for two weeks with a serious illness and is presently described as very low. Her many friends are grieved by the news.
Taft clashes with Burton in a disputed bout over brochas as tensions rise during the event. Local observers say the confrontation underscored competitive stakes and drew attention to handling of equipment and refereeing.
New York dispatch says Charles P Taft backs Taft machine politics to secure the Ohio senate seat while Theodore Burton rejects cabinet talk as a distraction. Taft confirms Charles P Taft’s bid and asserts Burton’s campaign is overruled by party interests. Knox denial cited as unfounded.
Mrs Frank Nephew, just recovered from a severe heart attack, is in serious condition after being run down by a horse and wagon in Youngstown. She was treated at the scene and rushed to a local hospital for further care.
Calcutta reports that government forces intensify actions against sedition. Police uncover several small arsenals while raids extend to native socials clubs and political groups. Deportations intensify with victims denied defense, counsel, or trial attendance.
Elmer Hill charged with assault and murder of 13 year-old Mamie Womack near Russell Spring. A 26 man mob took him from Monticello jail about midnight, Hill confessed after being threatened, and was hanged from a tree about 20 miles away near Jamestown. Jailor Ramseay surrendered Hill without resistance as revolvers covered the scene.
Washington reports that Mrs. Rachel Ryland of Philadelphia claimed her daughter Mary Ryland secretly wed Adelpert Hay son of former Secretary Hay. Relatives and a minister deny any ceremony occurred. Secretary Hay’s inquiry found no truth.
Miss Harriet A. Thaw, 85, aunt of Harry Thaw, is dead at the Friends' asylum for the insane in Frankford Philadelphia. The death is noted during Harry K. Thaw's second trial for the Stanford White murder as the defense argues insanity.
Washington December 17 The president named George B. E. Work to be collector of internal revenue for the district of West Virginia.
Fred Rosena recounts the incident in which a quarrel escalated to gunfire. He describes the sequence of events, the positions of those involved, and his actions during and after the shooting. The report notes no further injuries beyond the shooter and the consequences faced.
Fred Rosena testified he shot Coccho after Coccho assaulted him and threatened to kill him and his wife during a July 12 quarrel at the Rosena home. Mrs Rosena corroborated the attack and said Coccho drew a butcher knife and threatened both, while Coccho’s dying statement named Rosena as the shooter. The case continued with ex-Lieutenant James Deskin recounting police testimony as the trial neared page twelve.
The accused night riders stand trial for Captain Quentin Rankin’s murder as Rice A. Pierce warns against members’ potential outbreaks. Officials keep order with militia in Union City while detectives infiltrate Reelfoot Lake fishermen to secure testimony.
Frank Churchfield of Chestnut Street an electrician at the steel mill was burned about the face by an electric flash while at work Wednesday evening. His injuries while not serious are exceedingly painful and he is receiving treatment.
Regular bi monthly meeting to be held Friday afternoon led by Rev J S Martin of the Reformed Presbyterian Church.
Motions to quash indictments against men linked to gambling houses and against Fannie Swadner for a disorderly house were argued in court on Wednesday. Challenges cite grand jury timing, constable returns, lack of sworn testimony, and improper use of witnesses. Judge Porter will set a hearing date.
Berlin December 17. Emperor William has become a teetotaler pledging abstinence from alcohol for life. A semi official note says the reform prompted his decision during a recent period of reflection. He will use a non alcoholic substitute with the look of champagne at state functions while privately avoiding it. The temperance movement hails the new stance. Mike Callo of Youngstown reports his wife deserted him with three children and $228.
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