Fleet Returns Home as Roosevelts Welcome Warship Line
The United States warship fleet reaches Hampton Roads Old Point Comfort Va on February 22 1908 drawing a chorus of whistles and a 21 gun salute from 16 battleships. President Roosevelt and Secretary Newberry greet the ships aboard the Mayflower after their globe circling voyage the most extensive voyage by any navy.
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Old Point Comfort
America
Hampton Roads
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Thimble Shoal Light
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President and Fleet Review Off Virginia Capes
The fleet sails 60 miles off the Virginia Capes with the Mayflower yacht arriving near Old Point. The fleet passes between the capes at 10:30 a.m. and salutes the president at 11. Anchor off Old Point at 12:30. Admiral Sperry and division heads visit the Mayflower at 2 p.m. The president tours ships at 3 p.m. and returns to the Mayflower at 4:30 p.m. The Mayflower departs for Washington at 5 p.m.
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Mayflower Receives Admiral Sperry as Fleet Reaches Fort Monroe
The Mayflower anchors near Thimble Shoal after sighting warships entering Virginia capes. Admiral Sperry and flag officers are welcomed aboard by the president and receive congratulatory salutes as the fleet arrives, with the Connecticut and Kansas leading in the salute sequence. The cruise has averaged about 10 knots.
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Newberry
Roosevelt
Miss Newberry
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Charles BE. Vreeland
Minnesota
John Hubbard
Vermont
Frank F. Fletcher
Richard Wainwright
Georgia
George W. Kline
Nebraska
Reginald F. Nicholson
New Jersey
William H. H. Southerland
Rhode Island
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Seaton Schroeder
Louisiana
Kossuth Niles
Virginia
Alexander Sharp
Ohio
Thomas B. Howard
Missouri
Robert M. Doyle
William P. Potter
Wisconsin
Frank E. Beatty
Illinois
John M. Bowyer
Kearsarge
Hamilton Hutchins
Kentucky
Walter C. Cowles
Roosevelt hails circumnavigating fleet at Old Point Comfort
President Roosevelt welcomed Admiral Sperry and the Mayflower fleet at Old Point Comfort Va praising the globe circling voyage. He noted four world crossings, no major accidents, and the ships returning in peak form as ambassadors of peace. The president then briefed flag officers aboard the flagships.
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Resentment Over Roosevelt Eulogy At Washington Memorial
William E Rogers a civil war veteran and lawyer interrupted Rev. Percy Grant at a Washington memorial service in New York. The Revolutionary societies held the event naming four great Americans Washington Jefferson Lincoln and Roosevelt. Rogers demanded to raise a point of order and was subdued as cries of sit down echoed. The Sons of the Revolution may review the incident.
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William Evans Rogers
Percy S. Grant
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News Marathon Racers Gather at The News Office
Runners entered in The News Marathon race will meet at The News Office Wednesday evening at seven. Attendance is urged so instructions and arrangements for the contest can be given and discussed.
Harvard and Dartmouth Face Off For Intercollegiate Hockey Title
New York February 22 Harvard and Dartmouth meet at the St Nicholas rink to decide the intercollegiate hockey championship. Both clubs completed the season undefeated and seek the title tonight.
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New York
Harvard
Dartmouth
St. Nicholas
Death Records for Polly Johnston Jane Hunter Mary Fleming
Obituaries list Polly Johnston 70 of West Haven Connecticut James A Patton 72 of Hiawatha Kansas Jane Hunter 80 of Hiawatha Kansas Mary Fleming 62 of 38 North Wayne Street and Calvin Carver of Beaver Pennsylvania.
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Hiawatha
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Mary Fleming
North Wayne Street
Calvin Carver
Beaver
Woman Burns to Death in Seventh Ward Home
Gasoline explosion at 38 North Wayne Street early Monday morning injures and kills Mrs. Mary Fleming, mother of Mrs. Watrous, as fire damages the Watrous home estimated at $1,500. Son-in-law tries to smother flames with bedding, neighbors assist, another occupant nearly suffocated. Fire crews confine blaze to rear of brick dwelling. Continued on Page Six.
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Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
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Frank Rodgers
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Libel Case Ends in Hung Jury Against News
In New Castle the jury failed to reach a verdict in Patterson v. The New Castle Daily News after 28 hours of deliberation. Judge Porter discharged 12 jurors after they could not agree, a setback to W. E. Patterson who sued over alleged libel connected to school board deliberations and plans for a new high school.
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Tarts Address on Washington at U. P. Today
Addressing a Washington topic today in the city United Press reports on a tart subject as a regional item. The piece references a speech or statement delivered in Washington and signals local interest in national affairs.
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Washington
U. P
Taft Attends Pennsylvania Birthday Celebration Speech
President-elect Taft spoke for nearly an hour at the University of Pennsylvania birthday observance in Philadelphia’s Academy of Music. He was applauded by a large crowd and escorted by troops, then attended a luncheon at the First City troop armory, and will dine tonight as guest of honor at the University alumni dinner at Wightman hall before departing for Washington tomorrow.
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Philadelphia
Taft
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Riots Quieted as Nebraska Greek Clash Winds Down
In South Omaha Governor Shellenberger declined to mobilize the militia after riots left 21 shops wrecked and 31 people hospitalized from gunshots or stones. Police planned no further immediate unrest though race hatred fears linger. Over 50 arrests were made with leaders facing potential tougher charges.
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Omaha
Neb
Shellenberger
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Attachment Raised on Neiland Family Rent
The real estate agent raised the attachment for back rent on furniture at Mrs Hanna Neiland home Cochran alley. The agent also donated 25 back rent. Captain Young of the Volunteers of America has been receiving contributions for the Neiland family since their destitution was published.
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Sylvia Green Wilkes Wedding In Question Amid Publicity
New York February 22. The disputed marriage of Miss Sylvia Green, daughter of Hetty Green, to Matthew Astor Wilkes is reported for tomorrow morning. Hetty Green refuses to confirm or deny the date, citing annoyance over the publicity surrounding the nuptials.
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New York
Sylvia Green
Hettie Green
Matthew Astor Wilkes
Hetty Green
Italian Supper at St. Vitus Church Tonight
An Italian supper served by St. Vitus church ladies between 5:50 and 8:00 pm. Entertainment features well known American soloists and D Orsi s band, with singing and music concurrent with the supper.
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Cyclone Killings Reported in Reece Kansas
Iola Kansas February 22 reports say several persons are killed in a cyclone at Reece Kansas with additional casualties and damage.
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Citizens Rage Over Buzz Wagon City Purchase
Citizens condemn the street department purchase of an automobile amid financial strain. Estimated first year losses total about $2,950 including depreciation and operating costs, with efforts to rescind the order. A second story notes Rev. Higley addressing lies in business life and public life.
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Britt Favorite Over Summers in 20 Round Title Bout
London Feb 22 Jimmy Britt California native is the favorite for tonight’s 20 round battle with Johnny Summers the English lightweight. This is their second meeting Britt won a decision in ten rounds. Summers backers doubt their man can last twenty rounds while Britt is believed to improve as the bout extends.
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London
Jimmy Britt
California
Johnny Summers
Britt
Summers
Settlement of Union Clothing Co case probable
A compromise with creditors is to be offered by S L Goldstein proprietor of the Union Clothing Company. The amount offered is not yet given to the referee in bankruptcy. The case is likely to be settled in this manner. Referee Unleswood will on Wednesday issue his opinion in the Emporium company case regarding the Hileman claims.
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Union Clothing Company
Unleswood
Emporium Company
Suit in Equity to Secure Title to Lot Purchased
Anna E Rhodes sues in equity to compel executors T W Phillips RE Phillips J B Phillips and Dr L P Phillips to deliver a deed for a State street Sixth ward lot bought in 1895 from John T Phillips for 175 with 10 monthly payments. She claims all payments have been made and requests title transfer.
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T. W. Phillips
RE. E. Phillips
J. B. Phillips
Dr. L. 9. Phillips
John T. Phillips
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Sixth Ward
Perhaps Last Race in California Derby Headlines
In San Francisco on February 2 the forthcoming California derby with 5000 dollars added to entry and starting fees is set to run this afternoon. Forsythe entry or Fitz Herbert from the Hildreth stable are favored to win as they carry 119 and 121 pounds respectively. Early indications cast them as near equal to the rest of a small field battle for show money.
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Fitz Herbert
Hildreth Stable
Marathon Race in New York City Ends in Brooklyn Armory
A marathon run staged largely outdoors with the finish at the Thirteenth Regiment Armory in Brooklyn drew several prominent runners. James Clark of Xavier A.A. won the Brooklyn event previously run on Lincoln's birthday, with competitors including Jas F Crowley of Yonkers Sammy Mellor and Eddie Carr among those who started.
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Brooklyn
James Clark
Xavier A. A
Lincoln
Jas. F. Crowley
Yonkers
Sammy Mellor
Eddie Carr
Seven Die In Pennsylvan ia Rail Crash Fire
Delmar Delaware train wreck occurs when the southbound Pennsylvania No. 49 collides with two locomotives in yards. Seven bodies are recovered and a missing passenger is believed trapped. Several injuries reported including Miss Sophia Ashansopilos. Princess Trixie the horse is killed. Traffic delayed about ninety minutes.
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Wilmington
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Princess Trixie Theatreal Company
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Salisbury Hospital
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