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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1915
Page
10
New York Democrats push public service commissioner choice as key aid to presidential campaign, with William Haisward nominated by the Senate 28 to 4. The nomination sparks discussion on expertise, political alliances, and potential influence in national race planning.
Fragmentary report describes an arrest near the White House with mentions of a person named Alexander and a Philadelphia angle. The garbled text references a police response and a registered detail at a court or constabulary in a tense, unnamed incident.
Miranda Bala and Thomas Wood mourn the passing of their spouses in Washington. The obituary notes interment at Ampingten Cemetery with services held at Saint Marys Church and a private family burial following a late February service in 1915. Worshippers are invited to attend the funeral events and memorials in the coming days.
Report details a high profile birth custody case involving a London to New York arrival. The child, claimed to be worth $500000, is central to a British court decision on lineage and guardianship. The ruling rejects evidence and addresses custody heritage amid international legal proceedings.
A syndicate led by Jones Nichols buys the Cowes Island property for 20 acres to stage a two mile automobile course with seating for 100000. Plans include the Vanderbil t Cup and Grand Prix races, Labor Day opening, grandstands, and a speedway stretching beyond two miles.
After the Laster recess the case of the copper steamer Antares held that neutral property could not be requisitioned and clarified that the word ship cargo means cargo rather than the ship itself. This decision followed March actions and defined the scope of seizure limits for neutral vessels in wartime.
Former Provisional President Huerta sails from Cadiz on the steamer Antonio Lopez with unconfirmed reports he aims to lead a new revolt in Mexico. His family remains in Barcelona while rumors of a Mexico return circulate. The voyage includes stops at Porto Rico, Cuba, La Guaira, and Colon after his July resignation from the presidency.
Reports from Brownsville Texas state Maj Gen Genniston commands American forces and Matamoros remains quiet as Villa forces prepare to renew attacks near the Carranza garrison. Villa gun positions threaten Torreon and communications toward northeast Mexico as Obregon fortifies, with no fighting near Brownsville today. An unaffiliated Japanese merchant Sasaki of Agua Prieta was captured and executed by Mexican soldiers after disappearing en route to Colonil Morelon Sonora.
In Philadelphia, hymns adapted to dance tempo have become pop tunes with tango and fox trot rhythms. An orchestra at a large hotel bills a Sunday medley of about a dozen hymns, drawing frequent encores and attracting crowds in cafes and tango parlors. The revival centers on Brighten the Corner and other favorites as audiences sing along nightly.
Philadelphia March 31 two of the remaining conspirators in the Storey Cotton Company fraud were sentenced to fines and prison. Walter Briggs a director was fined 2500 and ordered to a year and a day in prison. Arthur O Howard an agent received a like term and fine. Thomas H Quinlan secretary treasurer pleaded guilty and faces sentence tomorrow. The company organized to profit from cotton deals allegedly duped buyers nationwide for millions.
Reports from Holland and Switzerland claim Kaiser named his son Paina Wttelrederlek to succeed General Von Kluck. Von Kluck was wounded by shrapnel, and rumors say a prior stormy encounter with the Kaiser preceded his injury. It is alleged he rode to the front and exposed himself to gunfire to be killed.
The death of Nathan Mayer Rothschild, first Baron Rothschild, at his London residence follows a postoperative setback after a Friday operation. Funeral services are planned for Willesden. His passing shocks London, where he was a popular financier and philanthropist who funded Cross Society aid and supported drivers with pheasants. The Rothschild fortune is estimated near two billion dollars.
Secretary Bryan announced the State Department has not justified objecting to credits arranged by American banks with belligerent governments. The department has taken no action and expressed no opinion on these credit arrangements brought to its attention, while loans to belligerents have been disapproved.
Thirteen bids for constructing pools at Rosedale Georgetown and Howard playgrounds were opened at the District building. The Kennedy and Campbell Company submitted the lowest bid of 13538 while the highest reached 38771. The contract award decision is expected in a few days. President Wilson yesterday received M Alphaud secretary general of the Paris Tempra. The French Ambassador introduced him.
Navy authorized 20000 to salvage the sunken submarine F 4 near Honolulu harbor. Divers, lifting nets, and water-filled scows will be used to raise her from 45 fathoms. Experts, equipment, and a proposed diving tube are being prepared as weather permits.
Nearly 100 Masons attended the forty third annual dinner of the anointed high priests of the District of Columbia at the New Fabbitt. Companion Jacobus Jones presided. A toast to The President of the United States was followed by the song America. Numerous toasts honored Grand Lodge DC Royal Arch Masons Magona Day, Grand Chapter HRAM USA, and other orders with responses by named companions. Invocation by Rev Paul R. Hickok and benediction by Hugh T. Stevenson capped the program.
Joel Johnson, chief post office inspector since July 1, 1913, was yesterday named general superintendent of the railway mail service. He replaces Alexander H Stephens who, due to ill health, becomes superintendent of the ninth division. Johnson, who began in the postal service in 1887, will be based in Cleveland. John C Koons succeeds Johnson as post office inspector.
New York reporters describe the St Patrick’s Cathedral bombing trial of Frank Abarno and Carmine Carbone. Chemist Relkay testified the bombs’ composition matched gunpowder power. Defense questioned explosive risk. Confessions were ruled out. Detectives testified to a plot against Rockefeller and major banks as a protest against capitalism.
Secretary of War Lindley M Garrison outlined to Congress the scope of general staff studies on land defenses to be completed before the next session. The review will address army strength, reserves, volunteers, material, aviation, and transportation.
John McElroy, acting commander of the Department of the Potomac Grand Army of the Republic, invites President Wilson to speak at Memorial day services to be held at Arlington National Cemetery on May 21 and May 30. The Maine memorial will be dedicated that day, with participation from G A R, Navy Union, Sons of G A R, Veterans Mothers Relief Corps, and other groups. Plans for the Washington grand encampment later in the year proceed, with badges designed and manufactured after bids are invited. The $15098 fundraising goal for veterans’ entertainment is being pursued, with initial contributions from the legal profession noted.
James Harris of 627 C street northeast was taken to Emergency Hospital with a fractured collar bone and severe head wounds after a clash with a group of colored men at Seventh and G streets at 12 30 this morning. He says he was assaulted during an argument.
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