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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
13
In Pennsylvanias Mrs Beisel and sister Catherine Beigel face murder charges in the Erb case as ten witnesses, including household servants, recount the events at the Erb home. The defense claims testimony supports self defense while no direct link ties Mrs Erb to the shooting.
Willis Eugene Smith, a University of Kentucky student who vanished September 22, recounts being kidnapped by four youths and moved through a cave in Wisconsin before escaping Monday night. He traveled by freight to Henderson and then Owensboro, where he arrived around 4 PM with help from his uncle Carl Benton.
The Kings County Grand Jury censured Park Commissioner Kennedy and Park Engineer O'Con nor for failing to inspect a retaining wall in Sunset Park Brooklyn amid alleged fraud and criminal negligence by contractors. The presentment faults inspectors as incompetent or collusive, urges District Attorney Clarke to inform New York DA of felony payments, and notes Judge Dike's remarks on citizens doing official oversight. Reilly, Kennedy aide, said he cannot oversee all Park Department work and has corrected irregularities.
Announcement yesterday disclosed plans to form the Aerial Navigation Company of America with its principal office in this city and a capital of 600000. Thurlow Weed Barnes, linked to Chinese railway ventures, would be president and Lewis Nixon, a shipbuilder, chief engineer and superintendent of construction. Other prominent men are said to be interested. The firm aims to build airships 700 feet long, eight feet in diameter, with seating for at least one hundred passengers.
The Erie Railroad completes the Guymard cut-off via its Erie Jersey Railway subsidiary after three years building. The 42 mile line from Guymore near Port Jervis to Newburg Junction will mainly carry freight. The project cuts heavy grades, boosting engine capacity and enabling heavier trains between Jersey City and Port Jervis.
An apartment building at 191 Quiner Street Brooklyn suffered a boiler explosion in the basement yesterday afternoon. A four year old girl Mabel Munthie died from skull fractures and internal injuries while her five year old sister Elizabeth and their father Frederick Munthie were injured. Mrs Munthie was upstairs. A plumber John Lang of Harrison New Jersey faced a homicide charge.
Kings and Queens county magistrates likely to testify before Governor Hughes's special commission as ex-Attorney General Mayer questions Willam K. Van Mater about rare excise convictions in Magistrates Courts and the Court of Special Sessions. Affidavits from ex-Receiver Hasbrouck discuss plan for Brooklyn Bank's resumed business and credit to Higgins. Justice Betts extends receivers' account review to January 9 and reserves decision on Higgins's application.
Magistrate House in Harlem police court discharged Sunday arrestees from multiple theatres citing no legal precedent. He supported the Mayor's anti moving picture crusade but refused to convict absent clear evidence of immoral pictures, noting Appellate Division opinions on Sunday exhibition. Names Hurtig, Morris named. Hamnerstein and Williams evaded service.
Friends of John J. Barry, treasurer of the National Society of St. Vincent de Paul, expect him to be named Commissioner of Correction to replace John V. Coggey, who resigned. Barry serves on Bellevue and Allied Hospitals boards, chaired school buildings committee, heads North Side Savings Bank, and trades in real estate and contracting. The Mayor noted Barry’s name was considered and changes will be announced tomorrow after a public swearing in of new department heads.
A supposed mad dog roamed South Lexington avenue through Brookfield street and Railroad avenue in White Plains yesterday. It bit a girl on Grove street and at least twenty dogs, chasing horses and snapping at bystanders as a crowd pursued it. The girl received treatment for her injuries.
On the second day at Madison Square Garden the Poultry Show centered on cats with many bird and pet stock enthusiasts present. Judges will finish this afternoon and awards will be announced in the evening. Previously awards were released earlier, a policy now reversed due to concerns. ribbons were reportedly stolen from cages at past exhibitions.
At a four-hour Supreme Court session in Brooklyn the dispute over excessive fees charged to receivers of the Brooklyn Bank dominated. Ex-Receiver Charles M. Higgins urged refunds and dismissed counsel James C. Church and J. Edward Swanstrom. Swanstrom and Church defended their actions while discussions on a $14,000 annual fee contract surfaced with ex-Receiver Higgins preparing affidavits. The judge reserved decision as affidavits and briefs are filed. Kingston, December 30.
John Emerson Stone, twenty two, was shot and killed by May Woodard in Washington North Carolina after visiting her home to say farewell. She then shot herself twice, with doctors saying she has a fighting chance. Stone has two brothers, Albert and Edgar, the latter serving as a captain in the U.S. Army in the Philippines.
Speaker Wadsworth and Majority Leader Merritt weigh uniting the Electricity Gas and Water Supply committee with Railroads into a new public service corporations panel to oversee amendments to the Public Service Commission law. No decision yet. rules must be changed on session start. The plan could affect 13 committee members and gain support if Governor or commissions push it.
Secretary of State John S. Whalen finalized arrangements for Governor Hughes's New Year’s Day oath in the Assembly Chamber. Prominent civic, ecclesiastical, and military figures will attend as the governor is sworn in by Samuel S. Koenig. A simple Capitol ceremony follows with prayers by Bishop Burke and benediction by Bishop Nelson. Admission is by invitation as seats were in high demand.
At a meeting in Minneapolis on December 30 English holders of the debentures unanimously approved the reorganization plan. The plan is now practically assured and only awaits creditor approval from the consortium that originated it.
Washington dispatch notes Dr. James J. Orton of New York accusing tariff revision committee members of conflicts of interest. Representatives Payne Fordney Gaines dismiss his claims as unfounded and ridiculing the critic. Fordney defends his integrity amid lumber ties while Gaines notes he has no financial interests.
Thomas A. Warren editor and manager of The Insurance World, a longtime Pittsburgh publication, died by suicide at the Hotel Raymond in Lawrenceville. He had sent a farewell letter to his wife and was found on his bed with an empty carbolic acid bottle nearby after police forced entry.
Pittsburg observes a municipal scandal as the Voters' League appeals for funds to cover expenses for the upcoming primary and February local elections. Letters marked confidential target heavy taxpayers to boost investigations into candidates private character and public records given the large slate of more than two hundred candidates.
Washington dispatch says Senator Knox plans to depart January 6 for Augusta to meet with President-elect Taft, with cabinet selections likely completed during that visit. Rumors persist that Frank Hitchcock may stay as Postmaster General while remaining RNC chairman, a move that could affect Solid South politics and influence future cabinet appointments.
Washington reports cordial greetings as President Roosevelt formally welcomed Count von Bernstorff at the White House. The German envoy presented his credentials, expressing Emperor William II's wishes for U S happiness and welfare while Roosevelt pledged full cooperation to strengthen long standing U S German ties.
Boston creditors at a December meeting of H. W. Poor & Co. expressed a preference for resuming business after the firm failed last week following the New York house. Assignee James F Jackson reported debts of 1,725,598 with assets of 2,358,550 and noted many securities were bonds needing protection to avoid value loss. Officials indicated no bankruptcy desire, with Mr Poor holding about 250,000 of the Boston firm’s 1,000,000 capital, and a creditor committee named to guard their interests.
Millville New Jersey on Christmas Eve saw Belle Harvey wed her son in law Ralph De Hart, creating a family link where De Hart becomes stepfather to his sisters in law and Mrs Harvey becomes stepmother to her grandchild. De Hart is eighteen years younger than his bride. She has three children while he has one.
Jackson Mississippi December The sale of liquor in Mississippi must cease at midnight tonight according to an opinion by Attorney General Stirling The act becomes effective on and after December 31 and saloons must close at midnight tonight to remain closed rather than with the passing of 1998 as many expected Alabama will enter prohibition ranks at midnight tomorrow when its law takes effect.
The Treasury Department completed a record transfer of 225.5 million dollars in gold coin from San Francisco to the Denver mint. Begun August 5 and finished December 19, the operation moved the vast treasure without incident or loss, consolidating funds in the new vaults as the San Francisco facilities ran full.
Chicago trading reacts to official forecast of a cold wave for winter wheat belt. Prices rise with May and July futures up as traders fear frost damage to fall sown crops. Cash wheat gains in the Southwest and improved export demand add to the bullish tone. Wheat, corn, oats arrows show mixed but firm activity as hogs soften.
Union City Tenn December 39 The question if a wife may testify for her husband was ruled no under Tennessee law. Eight night riders stand trial for Captain Quentin Ranken murder as defense cites witnesses across Reelfoot Lake area and writes of extensive family intermarriage among locals.
Baltimore December report says a $20 damage claim by Dr. Pierce B. Wilson against Rev. Robert S. Coupland was not pressed after defense motion for want of declaration. Wilson sues his wife for divorce with former U.S. Senator George L. Wellington named as corespondent.
The professional element on the Consolidated Exchange dominated trading with a bearish bias for much of the day. Stocks were offered freely, pushing prices below Stock Exchange quotations. Heavy selling of Smelting and specific shifts in Union Pacific and Southern Pacific defined the session, with notable trades and price gaps observed across several issues.
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