23 Jun 1905
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1905
Page
1
A fatal wreck at Mentor Ohio on Wednesday night left twenty one dead after the Twentieth Century Limited passed an open switch. The crash destroyed the first car and many bodies were burned beyond recognition. New York Central abandons the 18 hour schedule, resuming a twenty hour trip.
A Lake Shore wreck story from Mentor centers on a switch opened by a boy, causing the Twentieth Century Limited to derail and burn. Investigations focus on deliberate interference, with inquest planned and officials noting the train’s speed and recent switch status.
After the Mentor Ohio wreck that killed twenty one, New York Central plans to end frenzied running. President Newman says the Twentieth Century Limited will return to a twenty hour schedule and no further reduction in travel time between Chicago and New York will be attempted. Survivors described chaotic scenes at Grand Central with some escaping unscathed while others faced flames in the dining and smoking cars.
A severe summer storm swept through the city causing heat to drop from 84 to 66 in minutes, killing at least two by lightning and injuring several others. Lightning struck homes, a light plant, and public buildings, with fires and shattered windows across Manhattan and nearby areas. A notable casualty was plumber Michael Burne, struck on a Montclair house site, while Arthur Bolton died near Forrest Street during a funeral wait.
Albany June 22 The Hooker case faces unexpected difficulties as Senate mood shifts between constitutionality and precedent. Judiciary committee to study constitutional questions Tuesday with likely prolonged debate and uncertain outcome on removal.
Fire crews in Manhattan and The Bronx enjoyed eighteen hours and seventeen minutes of idleness from Wednesday evening until 4:15 yesterday afternoon. Officials offered no clear cause for the stoppage, though heat was blamed by Fire Commissioner Hayes. A Box No 488 call at Jefferson and Cherrysts broke the spell as firefighters found the blaze extinguished before arrival.
President Roosevelt paused in South Norwalk at 5:55 PM for three minutes on the way to New York division. Congressman Hill and Mayor Dow greeted him as a throng of about 3000 cheered. He warned crowds to be careful as the train began backing out and no one was hurt.
Governor Tel pledges support to Jerome in advancing a fair prosecution framework. Officials note potential legislative mutualization to share legal resources and ensure impartial enforcement across jurisdictions. The plan aims to bolster accountability while preserving due process standards.
Attorney Mayer outlines steps to recover profits, bar faithless officials, and obtain accounting. He urges rapid protection of policyholders rights as District Attorney pursues possible crimes. August Belmont resigns from Equitable board. James Hazen Hyde expected to defend action. Governor Higgins to aid. Albany signals possible mutualization and stock elimination. District Attorney to lead action. reform anticipated.
Attorney General Mayer announced plans to sue to restore funds taken from the Equitable Life Society and to oust officers found faithless, with District Attorney Jerome coordinating. The Hendricks report targets James W. Alexander, James Hazen Hyde, and several directors, while Mutual Life seeks its own investigation. Morton and Ryan discuss reorganization plans as Belmont hints at resignation, signaling a broader struggle among trustees and directors.
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