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New York Tribune

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1908

Page

12

Cousin Kate and the Tichborne Fraud in 19th Century Courts

A long historical note traces Sir Joseph Redcliffe and the Tichborne case involving Lady Redcliffe, including the sealed vow envelope and perjury charge. It also covers Lord Leith’s suit over paying fees to the Usher of the White Rod of Scotland and the sale of hereditary offices, plus a Paris wedding drawn from Pierre Loti’s The Disenchanted about Nouri Bey’s daughter and her Polish fiancé Ladislas Rohozinski.

The Tribune Association Joseph Radcliffe Tichborne Lady Redcliffe Sir Roger Sir Roger Tichborne Edward Doughty Roger Thelaimant Kate Joseph Redclffe Lord Leith Fyvie Castle United States Forbes Leith Royal Navy Derrick A. January St. Louis Lord Armitstead Charles Cayzer Arthur Bignold John Wilson Henry Cook White Rod of Scotland Court of Sessions Edinburgh Langton David Gavin Alexander Coutts London George III Pierre Loti Constantinople Paris Ladislas Rohozinski Nouri Pacha Hague Sublime Porte Marquis de Blesset de Chateauneuf Nouri Bey Nouri Stamboul Yildiz Marquise DE Fontenoy

Usher of the White Rod of Scotland’s Lineage

This article traces the Usher of the White Rod of Scotland from its royal grants by William the Lion to 19th century governance. It follows Cockburns, Flemings, and Maxwells, noting sales, repurchases, and Walker Trusts, with coronation duties in Westminster Abbey and later UK-wide fees collected by Green Cloth.

Edward Walker Board of Green Cloth Treasury Walker Trustees Sir Patrick Walker George IV Scotland William the Lion William de Londonnis Thomas le Usser Robert II Alexander de Cockburn Robert Iif Langtoune Boltoune Carrodyne Mary Queen of Scots Cockburns Lanetoune Berwickshire John House of Cockburn Court of Session of Edinburgh Archibild Campbell Court of Claims Ueher Sir George Anderson Bank of Scotland Westminster Abbey Walker Trust Fund England United Kingdom Board of Green Cloth Royal Household Goult

Bawden Aairs Views On Marriage Spark Controversy

Cincinnati reports Professor H Heath Bawden resignations demanded by President Dabney over private views on marriage and sociology. He continues teaching while Dabney seeks fair hearing. Bawden had previously left Vassar amid similar debates as students praised him.

Cincinnati H. Heath Bawden University of Cincinnati Dabney Professor Bawden Poughkeepsie N. Y Vassar College Vassar Bawden Vassarian

Not in Storm King Stone Co to the Editor

Ex Senator Louis F Goodsell of Highland Falls denies involvement with Storm King Stone Company. He objects to a Middletown article linking his name, states he supports the road as planned, and cites a map and possible federal aid contingent on state action.

the Tribune Orange County Middletown N. Y Storm King Stone Company Board of Supervisors Louis F. Goodsell Highland Falls

Weather Report Forecast For Eastern States And Regions

Washington May 12 The summer hot spell widens in Eastern districts with Southern New England seeing temperatures around 16 degrees above seasonal average. Maximums reached 84 in Albany and Boston, 80 in New York and Philadelphia. No major rainfall except in Northern New England and parts of the West. Forecasts expect cooler conditions in the lower lake region and New England in 48 hours, with continued heat in the middle Atlantic states and the Ohio Valley. Winds vary by coast and region with brisk and fresh conditions noted. Local records show yesterday’s high and low, and temperature comparisons with last year.

Washington New England Albany Boston Philadelphia New York Rocky Mountain Oklahoma Arkansas Nebraska Upper Lake Region Rocky Mountains Lower Lake Region Middle Atlantic States Ohio Valley Missouri Valley Middle Atlantic Coast South Atlantic Coast North Atlantic Coast East Gulf Coast West Gulf Coast Porte Grand Banke

Obituary: Walter G Berg Longtime Lehigh Valley Chief Engineer

Walter Gilman Berg died suddenly from acute indigestion at his home 52d Street. He served Lehigh Valley Railroad for 25 years and was chief engineer for eight years. Survived by two children Walter G. Berg Jr. and Moncure Berg, his mother, two brothers, sister, and other relatives. Born 1858 to Albert W. Berg and Helen Morse Berg, descendant of Yale founder Rev. Russell. Educated in the United States, France, Germany. Entered the Civil Engineering field in 1878 after studying at Stuttgart Royal Polytechnic Institute.

Walter Gilman Berg Lehigh Valley Railroad West 52d Street Walter G. Berg, Jr Moncure Berg Mr. Berg Albert W. Berg Helen McGregor Morse Berg Samuel Russell Yale University France Germany Royal Polytechnic Institute Stuttgart

Engineer Berg Succumbs. Career Spanned Railroads and Societies

The obituary notes the life of chief engineer Albert Berg who held posts with multiple railroads from 1878 to 1900, including Lehigh Valley Railroad. He married Ruby Burke in 1893 and will be buried beside her in Burkesville, Virginia. He led a prolific career in civil engineering and authored scientific works. Funeral services will be held at his home with Rev. Dr. Roache officiating.

Delaware Bridge Company Richmond & Alleghany Railroad East Tennessee, Virginia & Georgia Railroad Berg Lehigh Valley Railroad Ruby Burke Burkesville Albert Ellery Bergh Louis de Copper Bergh Lilly D'Angelo Bergh American Society of Civil Engineers American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association American Roadmasters’ and Eastern Maintenance of Way Association American Association of Railroad Superintendents Society For the Promotion of Engineering Education American Society For Testing Materials New York Railroad Club Association of Railroad Superintendents of Founders and Patriots of America Roache St. Peter’s Church

Benjamin Fernie 1842 1935 Dies in Lakewood After Illness

Benjamin James Fernie Ph D longtime associate editor of The Christian Herald died at Lakewood New Jersey on Sunday after a long illness heart trouble and complications He was born in Shropshire England in 1842 a descendant of Congregational clergymen He worked in London and New York before returning to The Christian Herald in America He was active in charities serving as trustee of Bowery Mission Mont Lawn Bethesda Home Maysville Institute and other benevolences He leaves a wife three daughters and a son Funeral at 1175 Bushwick Avenue Brooklyn this evening

Benjamin James Fernie The Christian Herald Lakewood N. J Dr. Fernie Shropshire England London Michael Baxter United States New York City Fernie Bowery Mission Mont Lawn Bethesda Brooklyn Maysville S. C Bushwick Avenue

Mrs Caroline M McCorkle Dead At 83 In Hartford Burial Planned

Mrs Caroline M McCorkle widow of Henry M McCorkle and mother of Mrs A E Bates died at her home The Grafton in Washington May 12 in her eighty fourth year Funeral and burial will be in Hartford Connecticut

Tribune Bureau Washington Caroline M. McCorkle Henry M. McCorkle A. E. Bates The Grafton Hartford Conn M'Corkle Caroline M Henry M. Me Corkle E. Bates

Cornell Graduate Seized by New York Detectives in Seattle

Robert W. Fullerton a Cornell graduate and Chicago Lumber and Coal Co president was grabbed at gunpoint by two New York detectives in his Seattle office. He was taken to San Francisco and arraigned before Judge Sewell on a requisition by Governor Hughes for abducting Gladys Hobart of Yonkers. Lawyers plan to contest the requisition. Hobart reportedly was taken to South America and deserted.

Robert W. Fullerton Cornell S. H. Fullerton St. Louis Chicago Lumber and Coal Company New York Seattle Watson San Francisco Fullerton Sewell Hughes Gladys Hobart Yonkers Chicago Miss Hobart Cornell University

Austrian Lawyer Arrested In 1906 $10000 Embezzlement Case

Dr Karl Fochler a lawyer of 154 East Sth street once a member of the Austrian Parliament was arrested by Detective McKenna on a charge of appropriating 10000 of a client’s money in 1906. Father Felix Guselinski a Roman Catholic priest formerly of St Louis and Vienna accuses Fochler of taking half of a 20000 bond deposit after a settled suit. The Austrian court ruled against the lawyer and the priest obtained a Vienna warrant.

Karl Fochler East Sth Street McKenna Central Office Fochler Felix Guselinski St. Louis Vienna

Mrs Mariani Sues For Divorce In Cleveland

Mrs Bessie Johnson Mariani daughter of Mayor Tom L Johnson sues Frederico Mariani for divorce alleging cruelty and abandonment. The couple married March 23, 1907, and a five month old daughter remains with the mother at his return to her father’s home.

the Tribune Cleveland Bessie Johnson Mariani Tom L. Johnson Frederico Mariani

Explosion on Vinales highway in Cuba kills eight

An explosion of dynamite on the Vinales highway under construction in Pinar del Rio Province, Havana reports eight men killed and many injured.

Havana Great Vinales Highway Pinar del Rio

Prisoners Break Jail in Simferopol Escape

A large number of prisoners escaped from the Simferopol jail after killing the deputy governor and the prison doctor and two warders. The jail governor was wounded during the breakout.

Simferopol

Prisoners Shot in Escape Attempt at Ekaterinoslav Jail

Prisoners in the government jail at Ekaterinoslav attempted an escape this afternoon. After breaching the wall with a bomb, inmates rushed the opening. Ten who reached outside were shot at once by guards, with many others killed or wounded inside.

Ekaterinoslav

Mecklenburg's Constitution End of Feudal Rule in MecklenBurg Schwerin

Schwerin May 12 Grand Duke Frederick relinquished feudal privileges and granted a constitution similar to other German states enabling indirect voting for representation. Suffrage follows property classifications and Mecklenburg Schwerin and Mecklenburg Strelitz will each have a general Landtag and local legislatures.

Schwerin Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin Germany Frederick Mecklenburg-Strelitz

Corea as Independent Ally

Seoul reports Prince Ito Resident General of Corea stating there has never been thought to remove the Emperor. He argues Corea never known real independence, urges central and local reforms to qualify Corea for genuine independence as a strong ally of Japan, condemning interior opposition and foreign misrepresentation.

Seoul Prince Ito Corea Japan

Four powers to withdraw troops from Crete after eleven years

Canea Crete May 12 after eleven years of occupation the four powers Britain Russia France and Italy decide to withdraw international troops. Crete remains under Grecian High Commissioner Alexander T A Zaimis with gradual troop removal. Historical context notes Turkish rule prior and the 1898 autonomous status under a high commissioner. Population 325000.

Canea Crete Great Britain Russia France Italy Alexander T. A. Zaimis Turkey Greece

Railway Loses P R Land Case

In San Juan Porto Rico on May 12 Judge Rodey dismissed the ejectment suit by the American Railroad Company to claim lands now used by army navy and lighthouse services. The judge ruled no ground for action and the company plans an appeal to the U S Supreme Court.

San Juan P. R American Railroad Company Army, Navy Porto Rico Rodey Railroad Company United States Supreme Court

King Peters Visit To Russia In Late May

St. Petersburg reports that King Peter of Servia will arrive in the Russian capital on May 25 and stay a week, marking a notable royal visit and strengthens ties between Servia and Russia.

Peter Russia St. Petersburg Peter of Servia

Maklakoff Attacks Interior Ministry in Douma Speech

In St Petersburg on May 12 M Maklakoff Constitutional Democrat assailed the Interior Ministry for arbitrary rule under Plehve and Sipiaguine. The speech drew applause with Conservatives joining the demonstration though Premier Stolypin and the Vice-Minister were absent to defend the ministry.

St. Petersburg M. Maklakoff Douma Ministry of the Interior Plehve Sipiaguine Stolypin

COUNT BONI ON THE WARPATH IN GENEVA MEET

Genoa May 12 Prince de Sagan warned by a Paris friend that Count Boni de Castel‑Jane plans a scandal when they meet The count believes Prince Hélie caused Mme Gould to sue for divorce Mme Gould and her children traveled with the prince arriving early this morning, had breakfast at the station and moved on to Monte Carlo.

Genoa Prince de Sagan Paris Boni de Castel- Jane Prince Hélie Mme. Gould Monte Carlo

Robert Harcourt Elected to House of Commons

London May 12 Robert Harcourt Liberal son of Sir William Vernon Harcourt by his second wife was elected to the House of Commons today from Montrose district in place of John Morley, recently elevated to the peerage.

London Robert Harcourt William Vernon-Harcourt J. L. Morley House of Commons Montrose John Morley

Pay Clerk Arrested at Manila in Embezzlement Case

S C Peters a former pay clerk on the cruiser Rainbow was arrested in Manila on May 12 for alleged embezzlement of 33000 dollars. The arrest request came from Yokohama likely from navy pay officials. Peters denies the charge.

Manila S. C. Peters Rainbow Yokohama Navy Peters

Model Attacks Bryan's Son-in-Law in Paris

W H Leavitt, son-in-law of William Jennings Bryan, was assaulted by a Italian model named Dana in Paris after a dispute over extra pay for sitting for a Denver City Hall painting. Leavitt defended himself with a knife after Dana struck him with a bludgeon. Dana was hospitalized and Leavitt was wounded but not in danger.

Paris W. H. Leavitt William Jennings Bryan Dana Mr. Leavitt Denver

Paul Roy Examined in Paris Over Carkins Murder Case

Paris on May 12 Paul L Roy husband of Gracia Calla was again before examining magistrate M Boucard. Roy says his wife and Mrs Carkins swore George A Carkins was unarmed and planned that he died by his own hand to prevent Roy from killing them. He notes the coroner found a revolver in Carkins hand and cites the women’s trip to New York with him.

Paris Paul L. Roy Gracia Calla George A. Carkins Portsmouth N. H M. Boucard Roy Carkins New York France

Navy Ball Delights Sailors as Fleet Prepares for Departures

In San Francisco tonight sailors and petty officers and San Francisco society enjoyed a reception and ball at the Auditorium hosted by the Exclusive California Club women. First class liberty men and petty officers led grand marches with officers. later excursions, games, and attractions kept shore forces busy. The Pacific fleet disintegrates with the Maine and Missouri heading for overhaul and Mare Island, while Alabama and Maine voyage to New York via the Suez. Atlantic torpedo flotilla heads to Mare Island. armor cruisers plan drills at Santa Barbara. South Dakota to speed test. Admiral Evans at North Platte urged war as long as any worth fighting over, noting more battleships and fewer statesmen for peace.

San Francisco California Club Maine Missouri Mare Island Hunter’s Point Alabama New York Suez Canal Nebraska Wisconsin Come Whipple Santa Barbara South Dakota North Platte, Neb Admiral Evans North Platte

Think Game Was Fatal To Child In Dedham

Dedham Massachusetts police investigated the death of Louisa Staula a four six year old girl found with a fractured skull in a meadow near the Charles River. The area is a popular Italian gathering spot where a stone throwing game called duck on the rock is played. Authorities suggest the child may have been struck by a stone accidentally and bystanders hid the incident.

Dedham Mas Dragon Louisa Staula Dominic Staula No. 4 Washington Street Charles River

Drops Dead While Praying at Mission Hall

Peter Weber aged 73, longtime worker at the McCauley Cremorne Mission on West 32d Street, collapsed and died while praying at the start of last night’s service. He lived with his sons Rufus and James on West 28th Street, had been a regular attendee and contributor, and was pronounced dead as attendants and the superintendent Charles E. Balleu watched. The body was turned over to the police.

Peter Weber McCauley-Cremorne West 32d Street Rufus James West 28Th Street Jerry” McCauley Charles E. Balleu

Widow Geis Delmour Fortune In Tammany Will Probate

The will of the late Tammany politician was admitted to probate by Surrogate Beckett. Widow Mrs Lawrence Delmour, once nurse to Richard Croker confidant, is named chief beneficiary with about 290000 dollars. Peter Delmour and Mary Delmour, an eighty year old sister, are also provided for. The will was contested by relatives and no trial proceeded at call.

Lawrence Delmour Larry” Delmour Beckett Peter Delmour David McClure

Mrs Jessie Knieriem Granted Separation Decree

In Mineola New York on May 12 Mrs Jessie R Knieriem obtained a separation decree from Edward A Knieriem in Supreme Court before Justice William Carr-Day. She receives title to properties at 3 5 7 and 3 Jardine Place Brooklyn in lieu of alimony. She testified she has had no support since May 1970 and has lived with her mother since July 1996. She must return her husband’s first wife jewelry including diamond rings bracelets and gold necklaces.

La Traviata at the American Theatre review

Helena sang Violetta in La Traviata with good looks and natural acting. Arcangeli as Germont impressed, Delli Franci offered passable singing but weaker acting. Overall the performance was creditable and enjoyable with Lucia di Lammermoor and Aida scheduled for today and tonight.

M. Delli Franci Alfredo Lucia Aida

Getting Married Proves Shaw Provokes Critics at Haymarket

London May 13 George Bernard Shaw produced Getting Married at the Haymarket last night. Critics call it pros a Caricature of opinion with prolix and wearisome exploration. They say Shaw has outshawed himself turning a Socratic dissertation into a lengthy moral plea for man to realize his ideals.

London George Bernard Shaw Haymarket Theatre

Shaw Play Delights Then Slows After Fiery Marriage Debate

A review notes a three hour play with no acts, where the curtain falls twice for breaks. The first two hours, filled with Shaw style witty dialogue on marriage, amuse the audience. In the final hour interest flags despite devoted Shaw fans.

Shaw

Grover Cleveland Reported Doing Well

By telegraph to The Tribune from Lakewood New Jersey on May 12 it is reported Grover Cleveland is doing well and his condition is satisfactory to Dr. Bryant and Mrs. Cleveland. Mrs Cleveland took an automobile ride this afternoon while Dr Bryant remains in attendance.

The Tribune Lakewood N. J Grover Cleveland

Meredith Douglas Marries Joseph Dennie Meredith

Marriage notice published in The Triptne, republished in Tri-Weekly Tribune. Maria Douglas daughter of Frederick E. Douglas and Mrs Sheafe Douglas, marries Joseph Dennie Meredith at Grace Church with Rev W R Huntington officiating. Notices require full names and addresses.

Tri-Weekly Tribune Meredith—Douglas Grace Church W. R. Huntington Maria Frederick E. Douglas Sheafe Douglas Joseph Dennie Meredith

Died notices printed for May 1908 deaths from Tribone pages

Death notices from multiple individuals listed with residences in New York and nearby towns appear for May 12 to May 14 1908. Entries include Orville G Bennett Walter Gilman Charles W Cornell Dwight Stiles Herrick Laura Eloise Lincoln Caroline M McCorkle Sarah Jane Miller Caroline E Minton Georgiana Murphy Grace Seaman Enos Runyon Eliza Diantha Sackett Annie Schubert Mary A Stone with funeral details and locations such as Presbyterian Hospital West 1224 Street West 52nd Street Chappaqua Hartford Newark Rockville Centre Cranford Brooklyn Madison Avenue Baptist Church and Rosedale Cemetery.

Cornell Chappaqua N. Y Charles W. Cornell Friends’ House Grand Central Station Herrick Dwight Stiles Herrick Sarah Frances Simpson Rosedale Cemetery Sackett Cranford N. J Eliza Diantha Sackett Harvey A Sackett Diantha Gray Sackett Schubert Annie Calitomave Brooklyn Evergreens Cemetery Stone New York Hospital Mary A Andros B. Stone Madison Avenue Bist St Madison

Accessible by Harlem trains and trolleys to the city

The notice notes passage options via Harlem trains from Grand Central, Webster and Jerome Avenue trolleys, and carriage access with lots starting at $150. For a Book of Views or a representative, contact Gramercy at 4555 or visit the office at 20 East 23rd Street, New York City.

Harlem Grand Central Station Webster and Jerome Avenue Gramercy East 23d St New York City

Frank Ef Campbell Undertaker Ad In Chelsea Area

An old advertises Frank Ef Campbell at 2413 Test 2%¢ St Chapelm, private and public ambulances, and Chelsea contact numbers. Rev Stephen Merritt listed as world famous undertaker with a single Chelsea business, located at St Ave and 10th St. Tel 124 and 125.

Frank EF. Campbell St Chapelm Chelsea Stephen Merritt St. Ave 10Th St

Job Applicant File Open at Uptown Tribune Office

The New York Tribune invites employers to consult a file of applications of selected aspirants for various positions now installed at the Uptown Tribune Office No 1364 Broadway between 36th and 37th Streets. Office hours are 9 am to 6 pm.

THE NEW York Tribune Broadway 36Th 37Th Streets

Tribune subscription rates and mailing options offered

The Tribune outlines domestic, weekly, tri weekly, daily and Sunday subscription prices and mailing procedures. It lists rates for New York City, Canada, and foreign destinations, including foreign postage and various term lengths, with special mention of the Daily Almanac and Tribune Index.

United States Mexico Manhat the Brome Cuba Porto Rico Hawaii Philippines Tribune Index New York City Sunday Tribune Universis Postal Union

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