29 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1914
Page
1
The owner of a car involved in a fatal crash tells Magistrate Voorhees of four attacks on him. He believes gunmen may target him and repeats the case details to authorities, underscoring fear for his safety and seeking protection.
Alexander Pearlman, owner of the car used by poultry trust flyers, tells Magistrate Voorhees of being attacked and fearing murder. He cites a gun request, followings, and loss of gasoline as evidence while the case ties him to the Twenty-sixth Ward Poultry Company and the murder car’s storage garage.
Danville Alabama December 28 Uncle Joe declares if the American press has information on election frauds print it. United States District Attorney Kareh is in talks with Indianapolis officials to see if federal grand jury revelations justify a federal inquiry into Terre Haute electoral fraud charges.
Mrs. Kienworm, 70, partially paralyzed, burned to death when a candle toppled and set fire to a German newspaper she read in her Belmont Avenue home. Her husband Nelson Worm blamed gas company for neglecting two prior complaints. daughter Mrs Eliza Rosberg heard cries but could not save her mother.
Raymont Simmons of 436 East 16th Street Stamford New York prevents a major wreck on a New Haven freight by flagging the Heston express after a gasoline tank car ruptures and catches fire. Conductor Charles Fox and engineer Jerry Murphy react as 85 derailed cars, a burning gasoline tank, and cotton cars threaten catastrophe. fire crews battle the blaze for hours while rail officials suggest a boy’s match sparked the fire.
Deputy State Appraiser Samuel Marks lists the Morgan estate contents across Madison Avenue Highland Falls and Adirondacks as worth 1,298,502 with detailed breakdowns including libraries Cragston rooms and dining areas. Silverware furnishings and china value further totals and specific rooms specify art objects and wines in the cellar.
Col Roosevelt visits New York Municipal Lodging House at 423 East 60th Street to gather data for lectures on unemployment. He tours, chats with inmates, inspects dormitories, and praises the facility while opposing permanent relief expansion. He dines on pea soup with 125 residents and discusses work prospects and possible city actions.
Washington December 28 President Wilson marked his fifty eighth birthday with no formalities beyond cabinet greetings and congratulatory messages from friends at home and abroad. King George issued a formal cable greeting while Wilson rested and met only Representative Underwood to discuss a river improvement project. several messages came from parents naming children after the president sharing his birthday.
After a nine month trial union, Calvary Church and Fifth Avenue Church will divorce their congregations and resume separate services. A special committee recommended resumption of individual church activities with mutual fraternal regard. No meeting date set. vote expected soon. Calvary has no pastor. Fifth Avenue remains closed while worshipping at Calvary.
Beatrice Bailey six years old, daughter of Mex William Bulex of Millville, killed instantly when a bullet fired through a window ended the holidays near Teatapiti Millville North Dakota. Neighbors saw a man run from the house as County Detective Frank Love Hine led a posse to pursue the suspect.
Mrs Effie Pope Hill Alsop wife of Edward Brown Alsop a Pittsburgh millionaire sues for $10,000 claiming breach of contract after being barred from Hammerstein's Victoria Theatre where she had performed for one week. She alleges her engagement should have lasted longer and seeks damages as a plaintiff in the Supreme Court.
Washington dispatch reviews Leo M. Frank of Atlanta winning a writ of error from Justice Lamar of the U S Supreme Court. The ruling delays his January 22 execution and debates due process and trial legality. The court may advance the case after holidays with prompt hearing practiced for capital cases.
Mrs Stern, sister of Leo Frank, told a Brooklyn Tribune reporter at her Brookyn home last night that justice Lamar’s decision was expected and that her brother is innocent. She insisted Leo was not capable of the alleged crime and urged faith in the ultimate triumph of right. The Sterns accuse the case against Leo of being misrepresented and say the family fears for Leo’s safety while awaiting public resolve. Continued on page 3, column 3.
The United States government dispatched a formal note to Britain demanding an early improvement in treatment of American commerce by the British fleet. It states that public criticism is rising over interference with U S trade and seeks assurances to protect American citizens and rights under international law. The note, prepared after weeks of drafting with top officials, underscores a need for the air to be cleared as five months have passed with no improvement.
Walter Smith of Buffalo was killed and Charles Dorsch wounded near Fort Erie when Canadian border patrol fired during an attempt to arrest them for game law violations. Ottawa ordered an immediate inquiry as officials weigh whether the shooting was accidental or a enforcement action.
Boston reports a Japanese artist Teijiro Hasegawa's ashes were mailed home after $110 in stamps were attached. The German government notified Washington that American consuls in Belgium may be withdrawn temporarily as military authorities reshape occupied territory relations. the State Department declines to comment, noting ongoing questions of sovereignty and the de facto status of occupied Belgium.
London officials warn civilians to seek cover in basements when hearing firing or explosions as shells and bullets from anti aircraft guns threaten the city during a raid. Restrictions urge staying off streets to avoid danger from fragments.
Military dispatch reports Russians break Austrian line near Cracow at Cracow as Grand Duke delivers two crushing blows relieving siege. Two armies clash with significant hits, signaling a strategic swing in the theater.
Petrograd reports Russian forces crossed the Binin River and seized a twenty mile stretch south of Tuchow, severing two Austrian armies. Austrians retreat disorganized while German attacks diminish. Russians press from the Nida river and advance along the Vistula with hundreds of prisoners and several machine guns captured.
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