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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1908
Page
3
Castro declares he will not block settlement with foreign governments and may withdraw from national matters. He stays two weeks in private care, offering no future plans. State Department monitors Venezuelan peace prospects as Special Commissioner Buchanan travels aboard the North Carolina to consult Caracas.
The Hague reports José de J. Paul, recently Venezuelan foreign minister, left La Guayra for Paris and The Hague on a special mission to negotiate the Venezuela France and Holland disputes. Outcomes may influence arms export bans from Curacao and recall of Dutch warships, with Foreign Minister Van Swinderen receiving thanks for handling the matter.
The entente cordial in Venezuela led by President Gomez depose President Castro. Expatriates in this city plan to sail aboard the Maracaibo to Caracas to support the insurrection. General Rolando and allies including General Ayala and General Ambard prepare rapid transit, with messages of praise from John R. Dos Passos and optimism for a republican, people-ruling government.
Newport R I Dec The naval collier Sterling has received orders to take on coal and sail for Guantanamo Cuba. It is believed the coal is for the battleships Maine and North Carolina. The Brensting carrier 200 ton of coal, while the Nero already in Cuban waters has 3 000 tons.
Tang Shao Yi, in Washington as a special commissioner, reports that the U S government favors elevating the Chinese Legation to embassy level. The move aims to ease China’s diplomatic footing, with American sympathy and a broader reform program at home influencing acceptance.
Washington reports say China plans to raise its Washington envoy to ambassador level with Tang Shao Yi obtaining approval. The Lodge amendment would also elevate the American representative if Congress acts, though the President could do so with existing law. Diplomatic goodwill and parity with China are emphasized as key motives.
Paris December reports violent student demonstrations at the Medical School of the Sorbonne as the new exam system sparked protests. Two thousand students paraded, broke windows, and attacked police with eggs and stones while bystanders were injured. Republican Guard cleared the streets and the school was later closed.
Sydney reports no hope of sighting the Norwegian steamer Sticklestad after it left Glasgow for this port. Mariners fear the ship and all aboard perished in early December gales, though some suggest it may have gone down even earlier. The usual Atlantic crossing takes about a week.
The US gunboat Dolphin entered Willemstad Curacao at dawn, the first of several warships en route to Venezuelan waters. Cruisers Des Moines and North Carolina and battleship Maine follow, with wireless telegraphy to link Venezuela and the outside world. North Carolina carries special commissioner W. I. Buchanan who will transfer to Maine or Dolphin. Maine due La Guayra on Saturday.
The Venezuelan government says trade will be allowed again at all frontier points with Colombia. Relations had been strained for years after President Castro banned Colombian merchandise except along routes from which he benefited financially.
President Falli res and party opened the Grand Palace aeronautical salon in Paris. A large crowd attended the display featuring aeroplanes balloons and airship paraphernalia. The Wright aeroplane, built in France by the rights holder, attracted marked attention as a chief exhibit.
Washington December 24. Justice Wright’s contempt ruling against Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison leaders of the American Federation of Labor sparked nationwide sympathy and a planned appeal. Messages from Bryan and other labor figures pledge support while the AFL executive council meet January 11 to decide next steps the fight to defend free press and speech continues as appeals timelines loom and potential Supreme Court review could push decision to next fall term.
W E Carter grand master elect of the Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen in Peoria expresses that the Washington District Court verdict finding Gompers Mitchell and Morrison guilty reflects animus in the judge's language. He argues the sentence supports Gompers during the recent political campaign and proves the vindication of his position.
The text suggests a theory of class conscious political action and notes that Congress will intervene to halt moves when the governing party wants. It reflects on political strategy and the limits of governing majorities.
Ex Judge Alton B Parker in counsel for Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison discussed why he could not present in court his views on the case. He argued that courts cannot censor the press and cited authorities on freedom of publication and punishment after the fact. He contended Judge Wright erred by sentences that he says infringe free speech and free press rights.
The United Mine Workers of America in Alabama sent a telegram to President Roosevelt protesting the conviction and sentence of Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison. They argue the decision violates the Constitution and abolishes free press and free speech.
Germany’s black white and red flag will fly for several days from a local hotel serving as the temporary home of the new German Ambassador to the United States Count Johann Heinrich von Bernstorff and his family. He arrived from New York with aides, will present credentials to the President early next week, and declined to comment tonight.
Richmond Virginia December 24 Miss Florence Jones grandniece of Rev J William Jones chaplain to Robert E Lee during the Civil War was attacked at her home by an unknown burglar as she reached the top of the stairs a baseball bat found by her side was used by the assailant she may not recover physicians said tonight the family heard her fall
A preliminary session of the Pan American Scientific Congress was held in Santiago de Chile with the Brazilian delegate elected president. Professor L. S. Rowe was chosen to preside over the social sciences section. The formal opening is set for tomorrow as U.S. delegates plan a report on the Association of American Universities to foster closer ties between campuses. An entertainment for delegates was hosted by the Social Club of Santiago.
The Appellate Division refused to issue a writ of prohibition against Otto H. Kelsey Superintendent of Insurance to stop the revocation of Lemuel G. Burrs license with Northwestern Mutual Life. Burr faced charges of misrepresenting the New York Life policy and his own company. Burr sought a writ of permanent prohibition, which the court denied, and the denial was sustained.
The Minnesota Supreme Court upheld a 4 percent tax on gross earnings in two railway cases. Great Northern faced about 120,738 for 1905 taxes and Chicago Great Western around 25,000. Both decisions likely head to the U.S. Supreme Court on appeal.
Washington December 4 The parade study notes civic groups will be a major feature with early applicants securing advantageous line positions. Thomas P. Morgan, head of the committee coordinating this segment, warned others that late applications may lead to less favorable placements.
The British ship Boadicea, after a 31 day passage from San Francisco, sailed into Royal Roads near noon today, bringing relief to anxious observers in Victoria British Columbia.
Havana voters report the Presidential electoral college met and cast a unanimous ballot for General José Miguel Gomez for President and Alfredo Zayas for Vice President. The official nomination confirms the two leaders as the nation’s choice.
Washington December 24 The Treasury official Beekman Winthrop weighed a cork leg for A A Marks a seaman who is to leave the Marine Hospital in New York after amputation The hospital officials debated cost and preference and then proposed asking Marks to choose between a peg leg or a cork leg The issue remains unsettled as the Christmas season prompts compassion and practical needs
Ambassadors Takahira of Japan and Rosen of Russia called at Secretary Root on the regular diplomatic reception day. Baron Rosen, back in the U S from Europe, paid respects and went to the White House. no change in the embassy head was indicated. Senior Don Juan Barrios, Guatemalan minister on a special mission, also met Root and Bacon in a cordial interview. Barrios plans to depart the United States toward month’s end.
Secretary Cortelyou outlined accepted securities for potential deposits of public funds in national banks. The list includes United States, Philippine, Porto Rico, and District of Columbia bonds at par, Hawaii Territory bonds at 9 percent, and Philippine Railway Company bonds plus high grade state, municipal, and railroad bonds at a portion of par, with initial deposits in United States bonds.
Washington dispatch reports a Postmaster General order amending postal rules. Postmasters may not solicit matter for mailing at their offices from nearby communities on pain of dismissal. Fourth class postmasters are directed not to claim credit for cancelling stamps on mail diverted from other offices.
Washington announces the Post Office Department will issue limited quantities of postage stamps in rolls of five hundred or one thousand for use in stamp vending and stamp affixing machines. Postmasters are asked to submit requisitions to try the new feature.
In Columbus Wade H Ellis former Ohio Attorney General now assistant to the U S Attorney General said he backs Charles P Taft for U S Senator. Governor Harris endorsed a Senate caucus, stating it would be better party policy and adds strength to the Taft movement.
New Haven December 24. George L. Lilley governor elect faces constitutional questions raised by his counsel in election court proceedings. Protests challenge the act's hearing by two judges without a jury, lack of execution remedy on disagreement, and a joint finding of corrupt practices causing four years of ineligibility.
The French cruiser Amiral Aube arrived after delivering the new Governor of Miquelon to St. Pierre. She will stay to receive orders before sailing east to hunt for the missing derelict Neustria, last seen leaving New York on October 2 and not reported since.
Washington reports President Roosevelt advocates home care for dependent children and plans a January Washington conference. He lists reformers and organizations invited, including Homer Folks and James E. West, to discuss child placing and a possible information bureau.
The proposed five cent per pound duty on imported coffee triggers a lively trade discussion. Importers, brokers, and retailers fear higher capital costs and oppose the tax, while experts warn it may not raise consumer prices for years due to existing stock. Brazil and other coffee exporters oppose the measure, and grocers’ associations pledge strong opposition.
General managers announced an examination for Frank Thomson scholarships will be held in June. The awards total nine hundred dollars yearly, established in 1907 by Frank Thomson’s three children in memory of their father, who led the Pennsylvania Railroad. Two scholarships are awarded annually.
Ogdensburg New York awarded to local contractors a contract to build a monument for Barbara Heck founder of Methodism in America. Funds come from Methodists in the United States and Canada. The granite shaft stands seventeen feet high with a bronze medallion and inscription. It will be unveiled next August near her burial site on the St. Lawrence River.
Atlanta December ruling affirms state prohibition. Four petitions challenging the Georgia law were dismissed by the United States Circuit Court, upholding the constitutionality of the state's prohibition statute.
Casaopolis Michigan reporter states Herman Wade a teen and Lyle Misener fourteen were drowned on Stone Lake when the ice broke under them during skating. The accident occurred today and rescue attempts failed.
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