29 Apr 1906
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1906
Page
1
Paris braces for May Day amid unrest and police raids. A bomb exploded Friday under the Argenteuil bridge near Paris, while a hundred jewellers strike threat approaches Place de l Opéra. Police seize papers, search offices, and deploy troops as unions pledge action.
A Bayway Oil Refinery unit on South Front street in Elizabeth New Jersey caught fire and burned from 4:55 PM until after midnight. Firemen abandoned saving the plant as crews worked to prevent spread to the waterfront. Tugboats assisted from the water as several large oil tanks exploded with loud reports. Losses likely exceed 160000 dollars.
British officials warn of renewed demonstration at a Turkish port if Sultan fails to meet demands over Tabah. Egypt contends Tabah is Egyptian, while a Turkish commission claims Sinai as Turkish. London seeks clarity from Constantinople as Minerva investigates boundary posts. King Edward reinforces firm British stance.
Alfred Ellert of 69 East 16th Street arrested at home on charges of forging checks over $400 on the Oriental Bank in John Street and Broadway. Ivins, a former confidential clerk, alleges Ellert admitted the forgeries and claimed horse racing debts led to the crimes.
City Collector Traeger estimates a drop of about 500 saloon licenses when the new $1000-a-year fee law takes effect next Tuesday. Saloonkeepers complain about the high fee, though many expect more closures this summer.
Dr. Devine of the National Red Cross speaks on ongoing relief needs in San Francisco. He warns that home losses are not exaggerated and that food distribution must continue until money-based purchases are possible. Weeks of care for the sick and displaced, and plans for housing—plus measures to prevent chronic dependency—are required as funds may prove insufficient.
The Insurance Reform bill signed by Governor Higgins requires attorneys and agents who lobby to oppose or advocate legislation to register annually with the Secretary of State. Ex Senator Pound believes the law applies during the governor’s thirty day period. violations carry a misdemeanor with up to one year in jail or a $1000 fine.
William Anderson an architect residing at 36 East 75th Street and Percy Allison of 15 East 77th Street were arrested on grand larceny charges after Percy L. M. Cower of Boston and his son Benjamin reported losing 6000 dollars in a horse betting scheme. Detectives seized the pair at the Hotel Gallatin after Cower’s meeting with them in New York. The two men face court proceedings in the Tombs precinct.
Telegrams from Chicago police indicate Erich Muenter Harvard instructor left Chicago and may return to Cambridge. Judge Almy rejected a warrant as evidence lacked sufficiency. Police and officials are puzzled by the case and Muenter’s motive. Authorities note possible mental struggles connected to his universal language project.
Special customs inspector Timothy Donahue found a St Louis passenger later identified as A Jennett carrying forty three watches tied to his body under clothing with a looping twine. A repeater alarm clock was among the finely contraband goods detected at the dock.
There is a report of a $100,000,000 shrinkage in the stock of twenty five leading Boston copper companies in the recent break due to parencing, market and manufacturing problems. The dispatch lists several New York Central train times and asks readers if they can do better.
In St. Petersburg on April 28 reports say Russia continues to push to occupy eastern Mongolia along the Baikal to Peking railroad route. Col Novitsky will lead a military like expedition funded by the general staff to survey the area between Manchuria and Urga under the guise of science. Meanwhile demobilization pauses and Japan increases espionage scrutiny at Vladivostok.
Chicago Mayor Dunne submits to the Council Transportation Committee a plan balancing immediate service improvements with a license system. The city would negotiate with traction companies, operate temporarily under license, and eventually buy the street railway properties while awaiting a municipal purchase. City Hall reacts with surprise as Dunne shifts from direct municipal ownership.
Cracks widen in the south walls of Chicago City Hall and the foundation sinks another eighth of an inch. Officials fear the adjacent new county building is causing the settling and may require jacks to support it to avert a serious accident.
April 28 in San Francisco the finance chair reports only 200000 of a 2500000 federal relief allotment available while 300000 is acknowledged as initial aid. war department funds used for supplies and critics warn of limited cash at the Mint. federal troops extend policing but critics urge continued civilian control amid rampant looting of ruins and libraries.
Coroner Walsh and assistants say three hundred thirty three bodies from the earthquake and fire have been located. Many victims identified. those buried in public squares moved to city cemeteries as work continues.
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