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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1908
Page
7
Senator Knox says he leaves the Senate with regret and accepts Taft’s offer due to duty to state and country. He noted public service as a duty, not for honor, and explained the decision followed consultation with friends after a New York City Sunday morning discussion.
Telegraph from Pittsburg says George T. Oliver, a wealthy steel magnate and newspaper owner, is reportedly set to succeed Philander C. Knox in the Senate. Oliver is allied with national officials and Western Pennsylvania leaders Penrose and Knox, with J. W. Thompson seen as a late challenger.
Washington dispatch details William S. Knox's rise from Attorney General under McKinley and Roosevelt to U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania. It notes key antitrust victories over the Northern Securities merger and beef trusts, expedited appeals, and later Senate appointment to fill Quay’s vacancy. Also references Panama Canal purchase and Knox’s early life, schooling, and Carnegie Steel connection.
Washington reports that Secretary Root may resign due to knee trouble from a West speech supporting Taft. Denied by responsible quarters, Root rests his knee and works at home, attending only essential callers and a cabinet meeting with a limp and a later appointment with a Philadelphia specialist.
The coroner’s jury concluded that the November 26 Marianna mine disaster at the Pittsburg Buffalo Coal Company, which killed 154, was caused by a blown-out shot that ignited gas and dust after two days of testimony.
Washington reports that President-elect Taft offered Rep Theodore E Burton the Treasury portfolio with promises of patronage and Senate hopes. Burton discussed the offer with friends in Ohio and later met Senator Foraker to block C P Taft's candidacy. The withdrawal occurred in a painful Saturday interview in Washington.
Cincinnati dispatch quotes Senator J B Foraker denying any senatorial deal with Burton and dismissing talk of a Burton Foraker combination as baseless. He says each candidate stands on merit and expects a friendly, aboveboard contest, lamenting recent attacks on Burton and Charles P Taft.
Federal Judge Thompson who ruled Filipinos cannot become U S citizens was asked by the Department of Justice in Washington to provide a written decision reflecting his views. The opinion may guide future cases. He held Filipinos are not aliens under naturalization law and not citizens, noting they were subjects of the United States after the Spanish American War.
Pittsburg December 18 Charles W Eliot of Cambridge Mass was chosen president of the National Civil Service Reform League at the twenty eighth annual convention in Pittsburg. Officers named include Edwin A Alderman Joseph H Cheate Harry A Garfield and others. The group urged competitive exams for 4000 census clerks and extension of competitive service to postmasters pension examiners and DC employees. Memorial resolutions praised Daniel Cott Gilman Grover Cleveland and others.
Mrs. A L Rogers, convicted of stealing six silver forks from Ralph L Galt, asks the Danish Minister for help in Washington police court. She declares she is married to Count Brockenheims von Lowenhielm, a Dane, and explains family ties and past separations. She received ninety days in jail in default of a $50 fine.
Philadelphia December 18 Joseph G Cannon Speaker of the House defends his policies and the way the last session was ruled at a New Jersey Society of Pennsylvania dinner. He rejects one man power czarism defends rules and notes the majority can remove him but the government will go on. He cites Franklin and Sherman and says he remains Speaker.
Several thousand people attended the Toy Show and Holiday Bazaar opening at Madison Square Garden. Women and children filled the venue as unfinished booths offered dolls Teddy bears and a large Christmas tree of toys. Proceeds go to the Hospital for Crippled Children.
The Anawanda Club, a Tammany group in the 12th district led by Charles F. Murphy, authorized 1460 dollars last night to aid the district's poor. Distribution will be channeled through local churches after a motion by John J. Murphy.
The Brooklyn debate on candidate selection tests for mayor featured Sen Patrick H McCarren and Rev Dr John F Carson with State Sen Eugene M Travis also speaking. McCarren urged civic virtue and party principles while praising Mayor McClellan's record. Carson agreed in part but urged broader points of merit in choosing a leader.
The Dutch Foreign Office doubts Venezuela has declared war, clarifying that a “state of defence” was mistaken for “state of war.” Minister van Swinderen expects a clarification soon while noting no value in Castro's proposal for confidential agents. Public sentiment leans toward Castro's downfall as Germany’s stance draws ire.
Berlin reports President Castro aims to settle tensions with Venezuela and France by arbitration. He meets German officials and Chile’s minister, while rumors persist over his return to Venezuela and the fate of Acting President Gomez.
In Union City Tennessee on December 18 the Night Rider murder case progressed as the state presented key testimony about Captain Quentin Rankin’s murder and identified two prisoners as band members. Witnesses linked Frank Fehringer to Rankin’s valuables while Garrett Johnson led the group and the man in the white mask was named. Fehringer confessed and will testify. the judge urged press censorship to limit coverage while reporters debated.
Norman E. Mack, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, says a permanent national committee headquarters will be established in Washington after the holidays. He notes costs, disputes claims, and predicts no Bryan bid four years from now while touting party readiness and paid bills. He also weighs potential Senate candidacy and governor hopefuls, suggesting Hill or Herrick among others.
The Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church marked its centennial with a service in the chapel led by Rev. Dr. J. Ross Stevenson and joined by Rev. Dr. Edwin F. Hallenbeck and others. About two hundred attended as plans for three meetings tomorrow were announced, including an anniversary sermon and a talk on religious movements. The article recounts the churchs move from Cedar Street in 1808, its early pastors, and the succession of leaders leading to the present centennial celebration.
The Board of Estimate and Apportionment supported widening 42d Street between Madison and Sixth Aves by 16 feet to create a 68 foot curb to curb width. Opponents from Fifth Avenue area favoring the project face a setback. A public hearing is set for January 15 on the 42d Street low mood proposal.
In a Myrtle avenue police court case yesterday, a St. Bernard chose between owner Santoni of 8M Kent Avenue and Rev. A G Tipetti claiming the dog as a gift. The magistrate ruled the animal should go to Ganton after the dog barked and moved between corners before jumping to Santoni.
Judge Gary cites United States Steel Corporation dominance, pricing rails at $28 a ton since 1899, and notes foreign prices in Germany $2902, export $2220. suggests countervailing duties in Canada and price controls to curb dumping, while detailing company profits, capitalization, and widespread industry awareness of price levels.
Baltimore dispatch reports Dr Pierce B Wilson Jr sues Rev Robert Coupland rector of Ascension Church for 20000 damages while also seeking divorce from his wife. The case notes Coupland testified about friendly relations and a divorce trial revealed alleged misconduct behind a birth. Also included is news that Albany organized a Public Safety Officers Association with Edward Cantine as vice president and local officers elected.
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