21 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1902
Page
1
London dispatch notes Venezuela crisis drawing England Germany closer in maritime policing and arbitration. Monroe Doctrine gains international support, with US pressure tempered by European cooperation. Berlin and London press praise diplomacy, while domestic issues include Taff Vale ruling and holiday adjournment.
In Madrid on December 20, authorities arrested Mme Humbert and relatives linked to a vast Paris swindle. Seized were jewels, cash, and papers as the family protested innocence and sought to flee. King Alfonso welcomed the police action amid pursuit of alleged forged fortunes and lavish Parisian schemes.
Coroner's jury in Louisville decrees R C Whayne died accidentally from a gunshot wound in a field near his home. He held large life insurance and sought more, but witnesses say no signs of insanity or despondency. The verdict notes hunting near home, a broken fence, and a possible accident while lifting the gun. Insurance firms show varied responses and investigations loom. Markets and ads follow.
Controller Grout and Mayor Low push four bills to reorganize the Sinking Fund, shift taxes with a January payment plan and 3 percent rebate, spread improvement assessments over five years, and empower bond issuance for permanent projects. They argue reforms will fund streets, docks, water works, and municipal buildings without raising taxes, reducing borrowing and speeding investments.
Controller Grout announced plans to legislate that all Sheriff fees, estimated at 40 000 to 45 000 dollars annually, be turned over to the city treasury. The proposed measure would also place Sheriff, County Clerk, and King County Register under the Board of Estimate and Apportionment, replacing special acts. Grout expects Republican and Odell support, despite Tammany opposition.
San Francisco report says a rear end collision near Byron Hot Springs tonight killed and injured many. The Stockton Flyer struck the Owl train from Fresno bound for Los Angeles. most dead and injured were Fresno residents. Twenty seven injured later reported brought to Byron Hot Springs. dead count estimated twelve to fifteen.
Port au Prince reports Congress met to confirm General Nord as President but lacked a quorum. Reassembly planned for Sunday. General Nord, acclaimed by the army and having occupied the palace on December 18, is expected to be formally elected as the country remains calm.
The Raymond and Whitcomb Company advertises direct trains from New York to California with first class accommodations. January and February departures offer a round trip through old Mexico with a mobile hotel on wheels. They also provide tours to Florida Europe Round the World Cuba Porto Rico Oriental Lands and issue tickets worldwide. Cirulars mailed to interested parties.
Great Britain and Germany asked President Roosevelt to settle the Venezuela controversy. If a Hague reference cannot be secured he may undertake the task. White reports Venezuela port blockade to begin December 25. Port of Spain says it is in effect. London and Berlin fix December 20 as the blockade start. Conflicting dates puzzle officials.
Washington dispatch reports Britain and Germany asked President Roosevelt to refer the Venezuela European claims controversy to The Hague tribunal. If blocked, Roosevelt would act as arbitrator or include U S claims. Officials favor Hague adjudication to set a precedent and avoid sole national judgment.
The only line operating a daily limited train from New York to Florida leaves West 23rd Street Penn Railroad to Florida and West 3rd Street Penn Railroad ferry at 12:55 noon. Diagram now open, office 1 193 Broadway.
At the German Embassy in Washington a firm denial was issued refuting reports that Germany seeks Margarita Island or any Venezuelan territory. The Berlin government said its aim has been to obtain satisfaction over claims against Caracas and affronts to German citizens, with no Monroe Doctrine encroachment intended.
The State Department received a London notice that the blockade of Venezuelan ports would begin on December 25. A Trinidad dispatch said Venezuela blockaded, causing confusion over the start date. Officials said they will treat the London date as official for now.
London announces an official blockade of Venezuelan ports effective immediately, with arbitration talks to determine claims method. Berlin issues a parallel decree blocking Porto Cabello and Maracaibo, outlining sailing grace periods for vessels.
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