Dr Cook's North Pole Claim Receives Mixed Welcome
Danish observers greet Frederick Cook's North Pole voyage as the Hans Egede nears Skagen. He asserts reaching the pole on April 21 1908 after 14 days of daily observations and planting the American flag. Skepticism remains among Arctic scholars even as celebrations loom in Copenhagen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presa Skagen
Qenuwtash
GA Newse
Frederick AL Cook
Ateouhid
Nortichard
Paic
North Pole
Eskimos
Pole
Hetiuning
Joe Be
Gary Shortens
Dr. Cook
Hans Heede
North Sea
Polar Row
Andrun
Da 4
Cape Skegen
Denmark
Cape Skagen
Copenhagen
Hans Egede
Hig
Melchior
Royal Geographical Society
Maurice Fy Egan
Hurst
Conk
Trederick
Ministers of Commerce
Conenhazen
Gan
Jr. Cook
America
Ministry of Commerce
Board of Trade
Cook Ehnsen
Jer
Nathorst
Cook
Gane Skagen
Explorer
Polar explorer Dr Frederick Cook faces crowd reception in London
Reports from London describe Dr Frederick A Cook's North Pole claim as the chief topic of discussion. While some doubt remains, the explorer's reputation and prior feats persuade many to withhold final judgment until forthcoming scientific data arrives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melchior
Hous Figede
London
Dullig
Dr. Cook
The
Pall Mall Gazette
Cook
Mount McKinley
Earth
Wild Scene At Sea In Portsmouth Harbor Collision
The Isle of Wight steamer Duchess of Kent was struck by a government transport at the mouth of Portsmouth harbor. Four hundred passengers were aboard the Duchess of Kent and, after the crash, the vessel ran aground near shore. All on board reached land safely as many leaped into the water to swim to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Portsmouth
Eng
Isle of Wight
Kent
Dry Sabbath Fears in Atlantic City as Warrant Storm Hits
Sixty seven warrants charging as many tavern dealers with violating Sunday closing law were issued by Lord's Day at Vance and Good Citizenship league agents. The arrests target hotel men and others once unmolested, heightening tension over saloon closures and threatening Mayor Stoy with arrest if closures fail next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Atlantic City
N. J
Vance
Good Citizenship League
Stoy
Shelbyville Fire Destroys Downtown in Ky
A daytime blaze in Shelbyville Kentucky wiped out a large part of the business district. Officials estimate property losses around 160000 dollars with the cause under investigation. Firefighters battled the flames through the morning addressing flames and smoke in commercial blocks.
The German Deficit Reported for 108
The Berlin dispatch reports the imperial government deficit for 1908 is about $30,500,000, announced today. The message notes mixed feelings about the financial outlook as officials discuss the implications for state business and fiscal health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Berlin
Scènes in Monterey Mexico After Flood Disaster
Monterey rivals report widespread devastation from flooding with thousands of homes submerged and streets filled with mud. Officials struggle to explain relief efforts as countless residents face unemployment and shelter shortages amid ongoing rescue and recovery operations.
Directors Must Pay for Losses From 1902 Loans at Trust Company
Saratoga Sept. Justice Van Kirk rules thirteen former directors of the Republic Trust Company liable for losses from 1902 loans by president Daniel Leroy Dresser, seeking restitution for about 700000 dollars. The judgment amount, with interest, nears 35000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Saratoga
Trust Company
The
Republic
Justice Vankirk
Daniel Leroy Dresser
Lnited States Shipbuilding Company
Charles 41. Kavanaugh
Justice van Kirk
Tendant
Perry Telmont
Chart
James Medwhen
Thomas Charles W. Wetiare
Williaam Baldwin
Harlard Mac
Charles Ie
Dpingher
George J Gushi
Elbridge S. Snow
Erbert I. Stegcon
Boldtried Stuyvesant Vis
Destiee War Kirk
Thes
Lewis Nixon
United Btates Shipbuitling Company
George C. Leth
New York City
Nesse
Bethlehem Steel Corporation
Sheldon Syndicate
Thlis
Will
He Ullurpey
Foreign exporters vary as Taft slows new law impact
Washington Sept 3 exports to the United States rose in anticipation of Payne bill duties before Taft slowed the new law. A Bureau of Statistics report shows seven months ending July 1909 with sharp gains in imports of hides, rubber, diamonds, wool, raw silk, cotton laces, and other key commodities compared with the previous year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Taft
Buarreau of
India
Plan A National Body to Form Midwest-Linked Alliance
Secretaries of Industrial and Commercial leagues from several states gather in Cincinnati to draft a plan for a national organization. Delegates include William A. J. Gibson of Chicago Association of Commerce Munson A. Havens of Cleveland Chamber of Commerce FR G. McCluran of Indianapolis Commercial Club GC T. McDonald of Louisville Industrial Bureau and W L Finch of Cincinnati Industrial Bureau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cincinnati
Industrial and Commercial Leagues
Middle West
wHinmaet
Willam A.J Gibson
Chicago Asstiiation of Commerce
Munson A. Havens
Cleveland Chamber of Commerce
FR. G. McCluran
Indianapolis Commercial Club
GC. T. McDonald
Loulaville Industrial
Leave of Absence Granted for Postmasters Convention
Postmasters of the third and fourth classes receive leaves of absence to attend the National League of Postmasters convention in Syracuse. Postmaster General Illickock grants up to a maximum of fifteen days off as needed, within limit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
National League of Postmasters of the United States
Syracuse
Illickock
Practice balloon ascent by Lahm in Georgetown
A United States Army balloon ascent from the gas works in Georgetown was conducted as a practice flight. Lieutenant Lahm piloted balloon No. 12, carrying 20,000 cubic feet of gas, rising to a high altitude and drifting northeast on a moderate breeze. United States aeronautical division observers plan further flight tests in the afternoon or early evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dpress
Washington
Trout
Frank P. Lahin
Deronautical Division
United States Sional Corps
Georgetown
United States Army
Lahm
Clyde Fitch Stricken While Traveling in Europe
Clyde Fitch noted American playwright stricken with appendicitis while en route from Geneva to Paris. He was quickly taken to a private hospital and underwent an operation as reports indicate his condition remains serious. Fitch had a history of appendicitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chatons-sur-Marpe
Pranve
Clyde Bileh
Geriiny
Pation Coalition
Fitch
Pleads for Heinze in bank fraud indictment
Counsel for Augustus Teingelefay urged dismissal of the indictment charging Heinze with conspiring to defraud the Mercantile National Bank of this city. The district attorney noted the charge of attempted fraud for personal gain. Judge Lough reserved ruling on demurrer as arguments continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Augustus Teingelefay
United States
Ueadnat
Mercandle National Bank
Mtr
Temas
Dietnet
Wise
Lough
Ardlel
United Staes
Holl
Umpire Mobbed by Duluth Players in Wisconsin Game
In La Crosse Wisconsin on September 4 umpire Mack of the Minnesota-Wisconsin league was mobbed by Duluth players after objecting to balls and strikes. Patcher Drugs of Duluth was ejected for arguing with fans. The entire Duluth team attacked the umpire, who was knocked down and assaulted before police and La Crosse players intervened. Several Minneth players were ejected as the game continued under a revised tie up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeroplaye! Press
la Crosue
Wis
Tmpire
la Crosse
Curtiss to Return Soon From Europe
News dispatch reports Glenn H Curtiss, winner of the International contest cup at the Rheims aviation meet, will return from Europe on the SS Kaiser Wilhelm II, due here September 21, per a cablegram to the Aero Club. The message indicates Curtiss sails from Europe and arrives in New York, with Cortiana Field as the referenced location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angociated Press
New York
Glenn H. Curtisa
Rheims Aviation
Europe
Abyssinia Crown Prince Invites Roosevelt for Elephant Hunt
Berlin reports Crown Prince of Abyssinia invites Theodore Roosevelt to witness or participate in a grand elephant hunt. Plan includes 5,400 horsemen to encircle a large range, with many elephants possibly including white ones. Envoys claim the invitation mirrors a potential diplomatic gesture amid expedition plans from Nairobi to Kenya province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Berlin
Liij Jonssay
Abyssinia
Laws
Theodore Ioogevell
Belin
Adolph Mayer
Hing Menellk
Menel
Mr. Housevelt
Washington
Raovel
King Benelli
Roosevelt
Mayer
Alyssinia
Mr. Roosevelt
Menelite
United States
Tonting
Mayre
Abye- Finda
Abye- Finda. the Crown Pringe
Ime
Agistube
Withdrawal of Funds Ties Banks to Boston Slack Exchance
Associates Drews report heavy fund withdrawals from Rollins & Co causing failure rumors tied to Warry WP Curtis and the Boston firm. Sederquist of Sederquist Barry & Co arrested in Wolfena on a writ for allegedly converting money from Mr. Nf. 8. Gregor of Manchester.
Suffragettes Fined in Downing Street Picketing Case
London reporters say eight suffragettes arrested August 19 near Downing Street for picketing Premier Asquiths residence were sentenced to pay fines of 10 dollars each or serve seven days in Bow prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associatet Y Press
London
Downing Street
Premier Agquith
Tangier Proclaims End of Cruel Practices
The Morocan sultan vows to end brutal tortures, following recent protests by powerful traders against alleged abuses. Prohibition announced at Itez, in force across the region, with officials pledging action against violators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drei
Tangier
Moroccn
Mtal Veni
Morocca
Yebelaus Monsaha
Itez
Chautauqua Features Diverse Speakers and Debates
The Oshkosh Chautauqua program includes Carrie Nation’s appearance and several lectures and readings by notable figures such as Lewin and Bennett. A socialistic debate is planned with State Senator W. Ro Gaylord opposing socialist Tinsit Biernhill, while weather concerns may affect attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamtanaia
Pingiau
Towelovic Coes Glan Lewin
Ole Hear
Powasehal
Sao
Sanunix Maech Md
Oseus
Ib Maun
Elork Mis
Willian
Cady Rounemalonne
Cid
Migs Tamkin
Cluttedis
Eloe i
Usoctalte Alea
Tae Riehl
Cheutauqua
Particwarly
Evansige
Il Sa Bkedy
W. Ro Gaylord
Wisconsin
Tinsit Biernhill
Anpirunt
Congress
Wines
Carria
Chautauqua
Oshkosh
Kansas
TL. A
Carrie
Chautaiaua
Aml
L. G. Serbert
Business Is Strong Report From Leading Cities
By Associated Press New York Bent 3-Dispatches to Dan a Review report improving business conditions in leading cities. Dissatisfaction is rare and trade constraints from low earnings are easing. People noted include Mr and Mrs R B de Montlazin of New Orleans visiting in the city with local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Preesy
New York
Bent
R. B
No Insult Alleged by Italian Cruiser Incident
Washington dispatch reports regret over claims that the Italian cruiser Aetna insulted U S naval vessels during a target firing off the Virginia Capes. Navy officials and Captain Nathaniel Usher say there is no official proof of improper conduct and any criticism should await substantial evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D
Aetna
Ata
Battleslugleet
Virginia Capes
Washington
Apero
Che Anpeh
Thihan
Cowles
William
Avy
Nathaniel Usher
Navy Department
Usher
Western Photographers to join national association
The Morthe Western Photographs convention in St Paul decided to join the national association. Officers were elected, including Provident as president and C E Galbraith as treasurer. Names and places listed refer to Minneapolis and related figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ay Assoehkited Press
St. Paul
Minn
Morthe Western Photographas
Ladiay
National Association
Provident
K. Luther
Bhanarck
Netspoulee
Cent
John Philips
Slinky
Win
Johnson
Minnespolle
Gureilly
C. EH. Galbraith
Austrina Pulls
Death notice for M. Blower at Wisconsin university
Madison dispatch reports the death of M. Blower known writer Elliott Flows er notes Blower's long career at the University of Wisconsin dating to 1866. Reader tribute from Chicago marks the loss of a prominent figure in literary circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Telion
Hes Sae
M. Blower
University of Wisconsin
Chicago
Wright Does Not Fly Aeroplane At Templehoff Parade Grounds
Army weather notes and personal diary style items fill a Berlin dispatch with mention of Ohilio Waight failing to fly at Templehoff due to high winds. The report blends meteorological observations, cold-weather anecdotes, and August rainfall totals, noting cooler nights, anticipated showers, and a rising temperature trend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlins
Associated Press
Berlin
Ohilio
Templehoff Parade
Tuiley
Milwaukee
Wis
New York
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ascrides
Dans Egede
Seragen
HD Talis
Wistr
Onis ‘Kno Eskimus
Id Fromu Described
Prescott
Ariz
Frederick A. Cook
Haphoza M. C. Cunnief
Anthony Fiala
Fiala
Pittsburg
Pittsburg Association of Credit Men
Fredek A. Cook
Wr. Cook
Steglin
Berli Universi Gay
Ue Pole
De.ook
Tx Tuun
Mardor
Shelbyville
Reniness
Kentucky
Monterey
Mexico
Agul
Oc Park
Wihiel
Proomt
Mom
SAN Rirancteco
Regus Bent
Cane
Lalin
Clyde Fitch
Heinze
Anks Court
Didilan
Minny
Diiension of
Ands
LA Crone
Curtiss
Rheims
Colonol
ASK CO
PPD Hove
Adassialal
Nairobi
Uritish
Atri
Alden Loring
Amd
Meainy
Toosevelt
Kenta
Foreing
Mearns
Jtanevelt
Smithsonian Institution
Talian of
Morocen
Trenel
Chautauaqua
Lewin
Bennett
Allegeis
Baerles MI
Northwestern Photographerd Association
Dien
Wisconsin University
Wright
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!