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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1910
Page
1
A widespread mining strike involving about 300,000 miners affects Pennsylvania and Illinois as explosive and shot firers refuse to work. Officials warn of possible trouble and disruptions in operations and supply chains.
A murky dispute centers on a 900000 wine deal and a partner nicknamed the Nin ers. The matter involves a sum of 90000 dollars and questions of shares and control amid stalled negotiations.
Three thousand miners in the United States suspend work or demand higher pay as United Mine Workers officials report widespread conference actions. Indiana Illinois Ohio and Missouri districts foresee wage increases and possible settlements with operators while some plants seek to continue mining for consumption amid a looming policy clash.
Major Enver Bey, Young Turk leader and military attaché, to wed a 16 year old imperial princess, a niece of Sultan Mohammed V. He asks for two years postponement to widen his knowledge in England and France while she studies English and French. Enver Bey is 26.
Philander C. Knox Jr married Miss May Bolles of Providence arrives in Detroit and registers at the Pontchartrain. D W Flint of Providence, agent for a local auto concern, accompanies them. Knox declines to be seen at a banquet hosted by Henry Ford. visit to inspect the plant planned for two or three days. The secretary of state reportedly did not invite them to Washington.
Phi lander C. Knox Jr son of the Secretary of State and his bride formerly May Boller left Providence and have been living in Detroit with an automobile firm. At the Knox apartments Benefit Street a man packed belongings while reporters were kept at bay. Rumor spread that Secretary Knox had secretly joined them in Providence.
James Courtney known as Leadville Jimmy, released from Matteawan Criminal Insane asylum and sent to the Tombs for murder indictment, is returned to the asylum by Supreme Court Justice Arthur S. Tompkins. A habeas corpus rehearing is set at Nyack Court House.
Louis D. Wildman, an agent in charge at Metropolitan Life in Harlem, was found dead in his bathroom at 22 West 137th Street by his wife Bertha and son Julian after they returned from shopping. A physician noted a strong odor of gas and suggested death could be from asphyxia or heart failure, with potential gas exposure during a fall. Police opened the case as a sudden circumstances inquiry and await coroner’s verdict.
The Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court disclosed that the Bar Association has filed charges against Henry A Robinson, former chief counsel for the Metropolitan Street Railway, accusing him of unprofessional conduct in approving vouchers for improper expenditures aimed at delaying claims. The case covers pre 1902 to 1908 periods, with 117 vouchers cited including dinners for judges, clerks, and witnesses, and various “special services” expenses. A referee will hear the charges, and Robinson contests them, arguing papers were lost and payments were for uncovering frauds.
In a brief advisory the Times urges readers to place orders with newsdealers today to avoid missing the many notable features in next Sunday's edition.
In Springfield Massachusetts March 31 a masked burglar killed Miss Martha R K Blackstone and wounded Miss Harriet Dow during a home invasion at Mrs Sarah J Dow's house. The attacker fled toward Willimansett. a man found dead on a railroad bridge is thought to be the suspect. Mis Dow and Miss Lucy Dow, teachers, and Mrs Dow, a widow, survived as police search for the gunman.
New prison plans shift from Bear Mountain in Rockland County to a site along the Hudson River south of Wappingers Creek. Prison Commissioner W. Johnston McKay cites high New York City inmate origins and suggests closer proximity to the metropolis reduces transport costs. Bear Mountain improvements will be repurposed for a proposed state park, while Bear Mountain property remains under commission control for now.
Memorial Day plans advance in Pennsylvania as Adjt. Sidney Brauff of Post 68 leads a floral committee to consider artificial flowers for graves to cut costs for years. Members note prices and availability while the idea meets mixed reaction from posts.
Rochester New York March 31 1916 Aldridge Republican State Committeeman from Monroe County won a decisive primary victory defying anti machine protests in Fourteenth and Eleventh Wards The Democratic nominee remains undecided as party leaders weigh candidates while machine support mobilizes for the weekend convention amid Kennedy insurance charge fallout.
In Paris the War Minister told the Senate that Germany’s air power is overrated. He said Germany has six or fewer airships while France has three in operation and four more in reserve. He sought 4 million francs in four installments for aeronautical use, and the Senate backed his plan with a vote of confidence.
Paris March 1 Special Cable to The Times reports a NY Times inquiry about Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt Jr seeking a divorce in Nevada. William K. Vanderbilt Jr. says he has not heard that any divorce is contemplated.
The novelist Marie Corelli is dangerously ill with pneumonia at her Stratford on Avon home Halis Croft. The house, once Susannah Shakespeare’s residence, features Elizabethan gables and ivy. Local opinion of Corelli has long been split due to her outspoken views.
Dr. George Rosenthal of St. Antoine Hospital declares a newly developed serum from inoculated rheumatism cultures cures rheumatic fever. He says it prevents heart weakness deafness and St Vitus dance after acute attacks. Injections target the stomach region and a commission from the Academy of Sciences will study the remedy.
A fierce tornado with heavy snow sweeps Southern Austria causing loss of life and major damage. A passenger train near Muggia derails, killing four and injuring eighteen. harbor steamers dragged anchors and roads and services suffer. Vienna reports heavy snow worsening accidents and telegraph and tram services halt.
Dr Herman M Biggs reports typhoid scares linked to the city milk supply. Health Commissioner Lederle Health Officer Doty and Police Commissioner Baker urge boiling or pasteurizing all milk unless certified guaranteed or inspected. Health Department continues dairy inspections.
Gov. Stubbs of Kansas praised Miss Morgan during a visit to Emporia and the home of William Allen White. He called her one of the greatest women he has known and said she is an insurgent with a sharp mind and a human touch.
Los Angeles reports ex Governor Henry T. Gage will serve as American Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to Portugal. The article notes his eight pairs of boots and long, formal attire reflecting his California image as he travels to Lisbon for the historic diplomatic post.
Readable bits show a brief notice or sports snippet with unclear names and event. The fragment hints at local figures and a possible outcome but lacks full details to confirm participants or venue.
Testimony in Albany reveals connections between fire and casualty insurance interests and political financing. E R Kennedy and George Aldridge figure prominently as witnesses, with details of a $1000 payment linked to legislation and questions about personal use of funds. The inquiry widens to include the International Banking and Trust Company and former New York Life figures.
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