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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1908
Page
1
Austria fears a Servian war as Servia demands independence recognition from Bulgaria while Turkey mobilizes. Bulgaria presses for recognition. Constantinople reports Turkish military mobilization. France seeks peace as England and Germany clash over Balkans, Berlin Treaty revision debated.
Vienna reports warn of possible war between Austria Hungary and Servia though officials expect it to be averted. Bridges over the Save and Danube near the frontier are guarded as Danube monitors mass at Budapest. Viennese papers warn Servia that bluff risks bankruptcy of independence if mischief begins. Budapest announces negotiations for Bulgaria’s recognition and peaceful Turkey Bulgaria relations with Aehrenthal highlighting common interests.
A letter from Capt. Samuel W. Bartlett recounts Peary’s second stage from Etah toward the North Pole aboard the Roosevelt. Harsh weather delayed departure by a day, with dense fog and high winds, while Dr. Frederick A. Cook’s fate remained unconfirmed after departing Cape aboard. The account notes collision experiences and repairs near Turnvik amid aurora borealis and iceberg dangers.
Superintendent Leary hones in on heavy registration at Keepshead Bay and Gravesend racetrack districts. Fifty deputy election superintendents opened a Surf Avenue office to monitor activity, with six hours of inspection at stables, keepshead bay buildings, and jockey clubs. He noted far higher registrations than last year and warned of strict follow up on any stall or shed address, promising ongoing presence through final registration days and election day.
Special to The New York Limes reports Mr and Mrs James Hoar an aged couple from Wantagh New York were killed when their market wagon was struck by a Long Island Railroad express at a grade crossing. No gates or flagman were present. Mrs Hoar aged 63 died at the scene and Mrs Hoar was found with ten thousand dollars in cash in her dress. Both victims suffered severe injuries with Mr Hoar broken and Mrs Hoar losing a leg as their horses survived.
A Williamsburg power plant dynamo failure disabled surface and elevated lines across Brooklyn during rush hour. A second breakdown worsened delays, then Edison Electric offered aid. An accidental sewer crew collapse near Brooklyn Bridge entrance tied up multiple lines, reducing throughput to forty eight surface and two hundred eighty elevated cars per hour. Repair teams planned to restore normal service for morning rush.
At Lyric Hall the county convention of the Independence League erupted over whether Surrogate Charles H. Beckett should receive the league endorsement or be passed to John Palmieri. Arthur Brisbane urged fusion with Beckett’s backers facing Palmieri supporters. Melvin G. Palliser declared he would openly support Beckett. Final tally favored Palmieri 52 to 29, with Allen and Block named for City Court justices.
Lakewood New Jersey resort season runs from October to June Laurel House now operating brochures available on request managed by A J Murphy active advertisement for lodging and seasonal occupancy terms
Nevada District Court in Reno declined to grant Virginia Harned Sothern a divorce from actor Harry Sothern citing public embarrassment and failure to appear in court. The case, filed in July, followed their separation after years of collaboration in vaudeville and stage productions. Mr Sothern’s autumn debut in Pittsburgh was noted as the couple’s history and marriage in Philadelphia in 1906 were recalled. Virginia Harned, now in vaudeville, refused further comment on the action.
Edward F. Croker chief of the New York Fire Department offers no explanation for advertising that he will not be responsible for debts contracted by his wife or any family member in his name. Mrs Croker and her daughter Edith at Gond Ground Long Island react with agitation. The chief provides only that the notice speaks for itself.
Special to The New York Times reports W S Carter of Peoria Illinois elected Grand Master of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engineers at the National Convention in Columbus Ohio replacing John J Hanahan who had led the group since 1992. Carter won 225 votes to Hanahans tally with opposition cited over two years and charges described as personal.
Mrs Gladys Robinson Martin widow of James E. Martin of Great Neck L I petitions Brooklyn court for child James E Jr to receive $25 000 annually from his estate to maintain status and associations his guardian cites family wealth and social position as justification. The case names H A Robinson as referee before Judge Luke E Stapleton.
In Philadelphia police work on the Red Gables case shift to a fresh theory. Mrs Catherine Beisel, sister in law to Capt Clayton Erb, allegedly admitted the killing and later confessions dispute the pistol possession. Detectives now consider Beisel may have acted alone or planned the shooting, with revised evidence on who held the revolver.
Col. W. F. Stewart, famed Arizona exile, fought for four hours to summon witnesses to prove he is fit for Coast Artillery duties and not subject to arbitrary retirement. Army surgeons testified he has heart disease and cannot endure overexertion, with a two year history and prior heart condition noted. further records and witness lists were limited by the Retiring Board, which adjourned with plans to reconvene.
Stephen A. Douglas son of the Lincoln rival died suddenly at his Chicago home at age 58 after delivering an oration in Galesburg with William H. Taft. He had fatigue and a cold on return, was born in North Carolina and had been a Chicago resident for 35 years, a prominent attorney and Republican figure. A widow survives him.
The cholera situation in St Petersburg is under complete control. In the past 24 hours ending noon, 74 new cases were recorded in the municipal hospital, a drop of 50 from the previous day. There were 47 deaths and 124 patients were discharged as cured. Dr. Krause, a noted German bacteriologist, abandoned his serum experiments and returned to Vienna, citing lack of cooperation from local physicians.
Polls open from 7 AM to 10 PM. If you do not register, you cannot vote in November. To participate in the next primary, you must enroll when you register.
The marriage of Miss Susan Whiting to Dr. Paul Victor Bauer occurred at the bride’s mother's Whitney Avenue home with Rev. Anson Phelps Stokes Jr. officiating. Honors were given to Miss Phoebe Whiting as maid of honor and Prof. Henry C. Emery of Yale served as best man. The groom presented the bride with a necklace of ancient stones and gold pendants from 850 B C recently excavated by the Yale archaeology professor.
Special to The Nose Fork Times Springfield Massachusetts March 8 A balloon catastrophe was averted when Leo Stevens climbed into the rigging at 1.29 feet and, balancing on his elbows, used his teeth to open the safety valve saving three lives. Five thousand spectators watched as the accidental rescuer volunteered after weights exceeded balloon capacity. Stevens weighed 130 pounds and acted as pilot after plan changed from Charles J Glidden owner Floyd B Smith and Harion T Pierrepon.
Reports from Washington and Wall Street describe Taft betting levels for the presidential race. wagers ranged from seven to one to three to one, with a $10,000 bet cited and further offers of 3000 to 1000 on Taft but no takers.
In The Hague government circles the transfer of executive power from President Castro to Vice President Vicente Gomez is seen as potentially easing the Venezuela Netherlands dispute. Gomez is believed to be less warlike than Castro, which could improve chances for settlement.
Forward E. Perley, a Chicago lawyer, was admitted to the New York bar by the Appellate Division. He bore letters of endorsement from Justice Orrin N. Carter of the Chicago Supreme Court and from Gov. Dineen of Illinois. Carter praised Chicago lawyers moving to New York. Also admitted was Manuel R. Serra, a Porto Rico practitioner, with endorsements from Frederic R. Coudert and Paull Fuller.
News from New Orleans reports the arrest at Myersville Mississippi of six negroes accused of posting night riding warnings against cotton ginning. Posses search for two more suspects. An alleged confession by Walter Robinson says negro organizations have been formed for night riding in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Two Gloucester, Massachusetts fishermen Burke and John left Gloucester aboard the Nova Scotian schooner Bohemia on September 22. After eight days adrift in a dory in fogbound seas, they were rescued by the steamship Anston near Liverpool Michigan, having run out of food and sight at sea.
In Connecticut near Green's Farms a six cylinder car driven by John Tyson, under indictment in New York for a fatal hit and run, collided with a large Hiat car, wrecking both. Tyson’s car reportedly belonged to Congressman Er. B. Hill of Norwalk. A bystander crew included a man, a woman, and the chauffeur. Later Tyson, en route to oversee removal of the wrecked car, struck another vehicle carrying Mr. and Mrs. James Whete and Mr. and Mrs. John Maguire of Norwalk. they were injured.
Emanuel Keyser a park department clerk residing at 73 East 109th Street was arrested at the Claremont Park office where he worked after noon yesterday on the charge of passing a $200 Chamberlain's check for a worthless City. Held in $1 bail for examination in Jefferson Market Court today. Football West Point Saturdays October outings. Bee Day Line Advs Adv.
Three Fingered Brown dazzled New York as the Cubs clinched the National League title with a masterful win over the Giants at the Polo Grounds. Forty thousand packed the stands, streets overflowed, and a deadly fall accident marked a day of electric drama in a season finale that kept fans breathless from start to finish.
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