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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1910
Page
1
A New York laundress Mary McGonigle is believed dead and buried, but reappears alive visiting relatives. Investigators trace a deadly trolley strike victim with similar names and identities, while insurers seek restitution and a railroad settlement.
Kingston Jamaica June 6 The British schooner Marion May arriving from Nassau reports being stopped and searched six miles off Cape Maisi Cuba by the Cuban revenue cutter Bairo. An armed party boarded, opened hatches, and examined cargo and papers. The captain protested unwarrantable interference beyond Cuban waters. The schooner, becalmed and short of wood and water, was refused supplies and told to proceed. Representations have been made to the colonial government and the affair will be investigated.
Eight year old David Pape of Hopkins street lies dying at Bushwick Hospital after being struck by Dr Abraham Haymans car while playing tag in front of his home. The physician stopped, summoned aid, and attempted to aid the boy before transport to hospital.
Bridgeport reports Harry T. Sandlin a Brooklyn pharmacist was struck by a trolley car in Bridgeport while seeking a minister for marriage to Miss Alice M. Wright of New York. He suffered a skull fracture and, though near death, the belated ceremony was performed at 7 PM with the bridegroom whispering responses.
Salem Massachusetts June 6 Mayor Howard issues a proclamation ordering a circus parade for Barnum Bailey visiting the city. He cites school closures and demands attendance while facing censure for alleged insults to Inspector Leahen. The mayor is under indictment in criminal libel and faces trial soon.
Jewelry worth several thousand dollars vanished from J R Barton Willing’s trunk en route from Philadelphia to New York on March 9. Part of the jewels later found in the home of Joseph Maxwell at 4128 Mantua Avenue. Maxwell jailed for receiving stolen goods. his brother Morris, a baggage master, arrested again for taking the gems. Both allegedly confessed and will be arraigned at Central police court tomorrow.
Mineola authorities authorize Sheriff Foster to spend 96 dollars for two bloodhounds to track burglars and other lawbreakers, aiming to bolster patrols and crime response.
Advertisement offering $24.00 to Detroit and return by Pennsylvania Railroad tickets on June 9 and 10, good returning to reach New York by June 30. Consult ticket agents for details.
An eastbound Boston express derailed at West New Rochelle when the smoker car jumped the track. Engine driver Charles Smith, off duty, urged passengers to hold tight as the car toppled into a gully. Remarkably, no one was injured, though several were shaken and cars blocked lines for hours.
A Shoreham meeting of the local school board drew about thirty attendees including suffragists Mrs. Harriet Stanton Blatch and Miss Alberta Hill. Women taxpayers argued for a $1,500 bid instead of the men’s $2,700 plan for a new schoolhouse to replace the burned building, and won.
Professional dancing teachers in Chicago showcase the aviation dance or air ship glide at their annual convention. They claim it will surpass the waltz or fork step. Lecturers warn against overexertion and emphasize smooth, controlled movements as dancers learn to “aviate” across the floor.
Ottawa reports the government allows 3500 horsepower of electricity to be exported to Minnesota by the Fort Francis developed power project on the Rainey River. An equal amount remains for Canadian use while Fort Francis residents opposed exporting power.
In Yucatan severe unrest erupts as Maya Indians attack Valladolid and Merida area towns. Five thousand insurgents sack Valladolid, killing officials while gunboats Morelos and Zaragoza ferry troops. Rail and telegraph cut. censorship imposed. leaders include Maximiliano Ramirez Bonilla and Victor Montenegro. Indians well armed, expansion of violence feared.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt was feted in London at Stationers Hall with 250 journalists, editors, and diplomats. He praised improving Anglo American ties, urged soft speech on international affairs, and noted strength and wealth reduce quarrels. The event featured toasts, entertainment, and a later lunch with King George V and Queen Mary at Marlborough House.
Joseph Kress, a rural mail carrier from Bonnettstown, was found dead by hanging in a barn after a weeklong disappearance. His note said my feet hurt and nobody cares for me and May God have mercy on my soul. He left the county long absence noted.
The first town-to-town aeroplane race in France from Angers to Saumur, a 30 mile rail distance, was won by Martinet in 31 minutes at about 26 mph. Five starters went off at five minute intervals. Lagagneux finished second and Dickson third.
Patrolman Krams of the Eldridge street station reports a Sunday night break in at his home 310 East 19th street. A thief took 40 dollars, a gold watch, two chains, a bracelet and a silver bag and also took the service revolver before leaving the shield behind. Krams, on the force seven years, faced good natured ribbing at the station house yesterday.
Boston dispatch reports Detroit firm missing Eastern representative Frank J. Foster after leaving sample cases of gems at a hotel room May 12. Foster, 35, departed May 12 and has not been seen since. Traub Jewelry traced his samples. accounts said to be in order. Foster's mother is Mrs. E. A. Foster of Somerville New Jersey.
William Morningstar a New York vinegar maker won a $400 verdict against the Lafayette Hotel after a county court jury found the hotel liable for damages. Morningstar stayed at the hotel about six months ago when he charged $1 for cooking spare ribs. He refused to pay and was allegedly denied meals until payment was made.
Cincinnati June 6 City Solicitor Ballard sent to the City Council an opinion that a no seat no fare ordinance would be invalid. He says the proposed law would force the traction company to haul standing passengers free, while the franchise allows 5 cents per passenger. The reform effort is led by labor organizations.
Chicago June 6 the American Bible Society completed its one million dollar endowment fund begun about a year ago with a 300000 gift from Mrs Russell Sage announced by Rev P Horton secretary at a meeting of Methodist ministers today
Washington June 6 1912 the Western Traffic Association agreed to suspend all proposed rate increases that would take effect after June 1 until the railroad bill becomes law The White House expects Eastern lines under Brown and others to follow suit and suspend increases pending ICC review for reasonableness while suits against the association are dropped and the administration gains power to inspect rate changes before they take effect
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