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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1908
Page
2
Survivors recall a frightful blast as a fire raged in a room. Smoke and heat blackened victims, many dead or severely injured, with rescuers finding a thick coat of soot and steam bursting from the firehole.
Charles H. Cramy of William Cramp & Sons says the water tubes on the cruiser Tennessee are of the latest type and as good as any in use. He cannot explain the accident.
Three men face charges over alleged fraud in supplying seamless steel tubes to the U S government. Allegations include hidden testing results, replacement of tested pieces, and breaking government seals on tubes intended for warships. Navy investigations promised as cases may reopen.
The Tennessee and its sister ship Washington led a round the world voyage from Hampton Roads to Magdalena Bay as pathfinders of the fleet. Capt. Thomas B. Howard commanded the Tennessee, a 15,500 ton battleship with a 22 knot speed and a heavy gun layout. The text recalls earlier fatal naval boiler and turret explosions, including Bennigton in San Diego 1905, and multiple losses on Missouri, Massachusetts, Kearage, and Georgia, noting court inquiries and personnel accountability.
A furniture van and three horses driven by James Liddine fell 250 feet down the Palisades near Alpine New Jersey. Liddine was severely injured with multiple broken ribs and chest injuries. he was transported to Yonkers and then St. Josephs Hospital where he showed signs of improvement. The three horses remained uninjured and the two helpers fled for help.
Two young women dressed as nuns from the Order of Notre Dame de Paris, Sister Mary Agnes and Sister Mary Adele, were arrested on vagrancy charges. Bail set at $200 each. Mary Agnes carried $58 and Mary Adele $1 in court. They live at 310 East Twenty-ninth Street and have a Garfield Trust vault in false names. Police say they collect money by misrepresentation.
The Pennsylvania Special trains between New York and Chicago achieved remarkable punctuality from March 21 to May 12, arriving on the minute in most trips. Only a few delays occurred, suggesting highly skilled crews and well maintained tracks. The schedule supports business travel and promises timely arrivals, with departures from New York at 3:55 PM and Chicago at 8:55 AM.
Post Office investigators probe John C. Bunton of West Hoboken a former employee who now makes carriers uniforms for soliciting subscriptions. Chief Inspector Mayer notes the canvass appears conducted in good faith but warns commissions may siphon 30 to 40 percent. The scheme lacks direct department action since Bunton is no longer with the Post Office.
Eight inches of snow on the level melted into slush under heavy rain cutting Butte from the outside world. Telegraph lines and streetcar power are out. no heavy damage reported. Rivers including the Missouri and Big Hole slosh well beyond normal levels threatening bridges and railroads. Passenger trains stalled on major routes. In Frankfort Kansas water three to four feet deep floods streets with rescues by boat.
Two tornadoes moved northeast of Franklin Nebraska today causing extensive damage. A bridge was torn out and telephone wires down. Henry Madison died after being caught in a storm. three others injured. Cyclone cellars saved many lives as about twenty houses were wrecked and livestock killed. Some residents sought shelter after losing their homes.
Andrew McLoughlin, an elderly man, went to 28 West Washington Square to confront agent Jules J. Peagnet over a dispossess matter at 2061 Madison Avenue. He declared he would shoot Peagnet on sight, posted bail at Jefferson Market Court, and admitted seeking bail from James J. Hill. evidence links dispute to Roger Foster's management and an earlier rent dispute.
A small dog named Gyp on the second floor of a four story brownstone at 143 East Twenty first Street alerted tenants to a blaze late last night. Miss Elizabeth Childs, the mistress of the dog, was away when the fire started in her room but was later aided by Mrs. O Lichtenshield who helped evacuate others. Tenants escaped unharmed as the fire remained confined to the second floor causing about 1500 dollars in damage.
The four story Roxmor Hotel at Woodland, five miles from Phoenicia, was totally destroyed by fire caused by a night lamp explosion in a second floor bathroom. Fifty guests, awakened in time, escaped in their night clothes as flames swept through the building early this morning. Mrs. M. E. Brackett alerted John Miller and his family after awakening to the blast.
Due to the exchange authorities not extending time to settle, Havens & Co creditors are asked to accept a dividend and name a trustee to collect claims. If bankruptcy discharge succeeds, liquidation will proceed through an assignee.
The five thread mills of the J. P. Coats Company Limited in Pawtucket and Centralville restart a five day work week after a recent four day schedule. About 2,000 operatives will receive the extra day's pay.
Georgia re nominating race ends with Joseph M. Brown ahead of Gov. Hoke Smith in a statewide win praised by business interests. Brown carries large counties including Fulton while rural areas join in the push amid concerns over corporations and railroads. Congressmen largely renominated except E B Lewis who trails Dudley M Hughes by about 500 votes.
Fort Dodge Iowa June 5 Senator Dolliver denied reports that Secretary Taft favored him for the Vice Presidential nomination. He said he knew nothing of it and would prefer to keep his Senate seat which he holds until 1918.
Ex United States Senator James Smith Jr may not head the New Jersey delegation at the Democratic Convention in Denver. He cites fatigue from business pressures and a continental trip as not the holiday he desires. Jersey Democrats see his reluctance as a sign his main goal was to thwart Bryan in the nomination. He may be content to remain at home after his efforts in New Jersey.
In Denver County Democrats at a convention chose Mrs Huth Leavitt daughter of William J Bryan as a delegate to the State Convention at Glenwood Springs on June 15. A resolution endorsing Bryan for the Presidential nomination was adopted.
Boston June 5 Dr Samuel McComb claims in a Emmanuel day lecture that fully 75 percent of alcoholism cases are curable by their methods. He cites cases including a 43 year old man drinking for 22 years who quit after three months and has stayed sober, and a young man who left after three months entirely well.
The National Piano Manufacturers Association at its twelfth annual convention in New York proposed that after January 1 each piano plate be marked with the factory name or trademark and the actual retail price. The move aims to curb dealers posting inaccurate prices and to standardize pricing across the trade.
A plea urges sympathy for weak underfed school children and asks readers to donate to the New York Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor. It lists R. S. Minturn as treasurer at room 210 105 E. 22nd St and R. Fulton Cutting as president.
North Adams pilot N M Arnold and Italian Army officer C de Agelis Frua reported four rifle shots as their balloon North Adams No 1 passed over Poestenkill New York at about 500 feet. None hit the envelope or car. They later landed at Greenbush near Troy after traveling 42 miles from North Adams. The flight aimed for a 100 dollar prize for sailing 100 miles in midair.
Chicago June 6 Mayor Fred A Busse wed April 29 to Miss Josephine Lee in Judge Theodore Brentano's chambers. Only five people attended and news was kept from the public with a backdated license. Mrs Busse is one of three sisters who inherited a fortune. the couple planned a private breakfast before he resumed work.
The Arkansas Fifth District delegates were seated by the committee with Taft instructed as the nominee. A separate Taft delegation claimed instruction but not approved. A meeting at Senator Hemenway’s room included Knox, Fairbanks, and Cannon representatives, drafting a statement urging regular, judicial handling of contests and criticizing the influence of campaign managers on nominations.
Washington June 5. Charles A. Moore and Wilbur F. Wakeman of the American Protective Tariff League plan a trip to Chicago to influence the Republican National Convention. They oppose tariff revision in a special session unless the North Dakota approach is followed, warning Taft supporters will likely control the resolutions committee.
A Taft organization statement from its 170 Broadway headquarters lists G A R veterans elected to the Executive Committee. Col George A Price, John L Shepherd, McDonald, Isaac H Cary and others praised Secretary Taft, with Price calling him the strongest and best man to succeed Roosevelt.
John Hays Hammond reached Boston and stayed at the Touraine, saying he will seek the vice presidential nomination at the Chicago Convention. He expects support from business leaders, not party bosses, and does not plan to run with a large delegation or a brass band. He has friendship with Gov. Guild and expects no opposition from him.
A 1908 letter from William F. Sheehan defends the Nebraska 1904 campaign funding. Thomas H. Tibbles reveals 5000 dollars of New York funds financed a 96000 copy Independent edition to help Berge win governorship. He names Allen, Dahlman and Maher as fund sources and disputes paid support for Parker.
The Railroad Regulation bill granting the New Haven Railroad continued stock ownership of the Boston & Maine with voting rights under trustee authority cleared the Senate 23 to 12. It proceeds to the House next week amid Democratic filibuster resistance led by Senator Frank J. Linehan and local opposition in New Haven and Hartford.
Morris Lewis of 1829 Fulton Street Brooklyn died at Hudson Street Hospital after being carried to the hospital from a taxi by Dr Stewart. He had traveled from Liberty New Jersey weeks earlier for TB and telegraphed his wife that he hoped to return home in a few days.
After a Cabinet meeting, Postmaster General Meyer dismissed suggestions he would become chairman of the Republican National Executive Committee for the upcoming campaign as mere newspaper gossip.
The Art Committee of the Society of Jewish Art formed last February gears up for a Fall exhibition. An April display was canceled due to insufficient ceremonial pieces. The new plan broadens the scope and includes Music Drama and Literature committees staging related events.
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