Georgetown Crew Survives Heavy Squall On Potomac
Georgetowns eight and second eight faced a sudden squall yesterday afternoon a mile above the bridge dumping water in their boats. Captain Murray and Coxswain Kelley aided in rescue while the varsity crew used a preserver to stay afloat. Several rowers reported cramps but all reached the Analosten Boat Club safely after a tense rescue by the launch crew and teammates.
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Universal Transfers Debate Shapes Street System Change
A district measure seeks universal transfers on the street, with the district court ordered yesterday to weigh a mutually agreed exchange rather than prorating transfers. The Supreme Court may authorize the agreement as firms fail to reach a deal, while the Wiley bill would limit transfers to a continuation and prohibit faster calls on transfers.
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Roosevelts Attend Moving Picture Show in 1909?
Mrs Bolas Longworth and party attended a nighttime showing featuring Cal Roosevelt. The scene focused on hunting and a portrait of Cal Roosevelt drew remarks. A member appeared pleased while discussing the event amid the crowd.
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Cal Roosean Trust
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Taggart to Be Canon Seek Senate Seat
Tom Taggart opened a suite at the Denison Hotel and is now confirmed for Gov Marshall's plan to have the Democratic State convention nominate a candidate for United States senators. If that plan succeeds, his name will go before the convention.
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Three Fishermen Drown Off Hereford Inlet Near Atlantic City
Three fishermen Ross Thorpson William Chempion and William Murphy were drowned when a fishing dory capsized off Hereford Inlet below Atlantic City. Survivors report a current shift drove the boat onto the shore. Bodies have not been recovered.
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Wreckers claim vast Minnehaha cargo in Scilly seas
Scilly Islanders loot the Minnehaha cargo after it broke ashore, gathering autos, clocks, sewing machines, furniture, cigarettes, pianos, and books. Salvors, aided by fishing craft, race to recover the 17000 ton shipment as waves hinder efforts and wreckers recall historic rescues.
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Knight Yancey & Co Bankruptcy Shocks Southern Cities
The Alabama based cotton trading firm Knight Yancey & Co filed for voluntary bankruptcy in Decatur Alabama announcing liabilities around 4 million dollars with assets described as large. The move triggered a regional panic as fears spread about banking collapses though no Southern banks were cited as involved.
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Ward rejects probe mission calls for special session
Trenton reports Speaker Ward of the assembly refused to order an investigation into the alleged orgy at the legislature closing. He says he has no power and urges Governor Fort to convene a special session to address the matter as the only legal route.
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RHINELANDER WALDO WEDS IN NEW YORK CITY
Rhinelander Waldo and Virginia Otis Heckscher were married there today the bride given away by Schuyler Croaby former Montana governor and Maj W L Kentey best man. Waldo, a former U S Army captain, and Mrs Heckscher, widow of John G Heckscher McMillinmont for Senate Nashville Tenn April 20 Benton Meublin former Tennessee governor announces candidacy for U S Senate in Democratic primary June 4 to succeed James B Frasier term ends March 8 1911.
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Twelve Dead in Servian Floods
Floods sweep Servia with tremendous rains causing dozens of casualties and widespread property damage. At Kragujevat, twelve deaths have occurred as lakes overflow and villages flood under the rising waters. Local relief agencies coordinate with Belgrade and regional authorities to assist survivors and assess losses. Meanwhile Edward Paygon Weston arrives in Elmira from Rochester and plans to depart early tomorrow.
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Riot at McKers Rocks Ends With Wounded Crowd
Pittsburg April 2 A clash between strikers and touring constables at McKers Rocke left at least seven injured, three likely to die. Chief Silvers and Constable Dawels tried to disperse the crowd at Bloody Angle as shots and rocks flew, with officers sustaining injuries and the mob eventually routed.
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Taft for 1 term and Roosevelts plan for 1912
Republican leaders warn of a deliberate campaign to tire Taft with his office. Roosevelt supporters allegedly sow discontent to shift power, hoping a Democratic House would push Taft aside and elevate Roosevelt. Taft may seek to become chief justice, a one term presidency seen as acceptable by some factions.
Fugitive Hoffstot Arrested In Pittsburg Bribery Case
Special to The Washington Post New York April Hoffstot the millionaire president of the Presson Steel ore Company was arrested as a fugitive in Pittsburg bribery cases. He was released on 10000 bail after a writ of habeas corpus directed police to bring him before Judge Holt of the Federal court for arguments. The case centers on 45000 alleged bribes paid to councilmen with Gov Hughes arguing that a single date was inconsequential as the bribery extended through the spring.
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300 Bars for Model Town
Special to The Washington Post from Chicago reports Gary Indiana's to order movement towards repeal of the dry law. On May 3 Gary will be wet and about 300 saloons are expected to open simultaneously as busy saloonkeepers rush to capitalize on the forthcoming change.
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Indiana
Night Riders Must Pay in Kentucky Tobacco War Case
In April 2004 a federal jury in Cavinston awarded WS Henderson 8000 in damages against Hen Jordan and thirteen Bracken County citizens. Henderson, of Augusta, had sued for 2500 alleging coercion to quit his business over tobacco pooling, with a prior trial ending in 20.
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Degree for President Taft at Villanova
The Weslington Post reports that at Villanova College alumni dinner at the Knickerbocker Hotel on April 2 Toastmaster L A De larey announced President Taft will receive Villanova's degree of doctor of jurisprudence at June commencement. Grover Cleveland and Judge Gray of Delaware are noted as previous recipients.
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Delaware
Havens Quiet on Governor Run After Narrow Victory
James Havens announced he is content with delivering New York’s Thirty second district from Republicans and has no desire for public life. He won re election by nearly a 6,000 plurality, saying his aim is not personal power but a victory over the machine. Democrats see him as a potential governor candidate, while Republicans note the win strengthens their cause and discuss party leadership and future delegates.
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CORB SEEKS HALES SEAT IN SENATE BID
Rockland Me April 3 William Tebb former Governor announces candidacy for United States Senate to succeed Senator Hale who retires in March. He plans to begin canvass and seek popular support. He has long received letters urging him to run and says support comes from nearly every county. He will not delay his campaign.
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Weshtomton Post
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Former Judge Considers Run for Senate in Rhode Island
Former judge and political figure contemplates contest for U S Senate seat to succeed Senator Aldrich. He asserts the state has men of national stature capable of representing Rhode Island well and expresses no reason not to pursue the bid.
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Aldrich
Goy ‘Aram J Pothier
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Croker Praises Gaynor Before Sailing to Europe
Former Tammany chief Richard Croker lauded Mayor Gaynor for his handling of graft and governance in New York. He spoke in Florida before sailing for Queenstown on the Lusitania, praising Gaynor as a potential historic mayor and noting progress against corruption.
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Ohio Legislators Honest Exoneration in Telephone Graft Probe
Columbus Ohio April 20 legislative committees probing bribery charges tied to a telephone bill report exonerating all house members. They note attempts to influence votes by H W Pears and B Wintera and say if opposition were withdrawn political conditions would improve. Evidence should go to the grand jury.
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Married in Arion Hall in Lewinaville area
Misa Esther Lunsford daughter of Mr and Mrs J W Lunsford of Lewinaville Pa wed Albert Begelman son of Mr and Mrs Fritz Bagelmann in the Arion Singing Society clubhouse assembly hall last night The Rev H Schroeder Trinity Lutheran Church officiated Best man Frederick Reisinger Maid of Honor Anne Bagelman Bridesmaids Dorothy Lunsford Johanna Bertram Ushers Otto Bchreiber Richard Lunsford John Schecier Louis Schmidt Arion Society president John Wiechhausen presented a dinner vest to the couple on behalf of the society Supper was served.
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J W Lunsford
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Arion Singing Society
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Trinity Lutherans Church
Frederick Reisinger
Anne Bagelmann
National Society of Daughters of Founders and Patriots Conclave Set
Delegates from the National Society of the Daughters of Founders and Patriots of America met at the Willard for their annual conference. It was decided the next conference will be held in Washington on the Saturday nearest April 19. Mrs Henry Boyton, national president, presided and praised the society as the finest genealogical organization on both sides of the Atlantic. Virginia State chapter invited members to visit Falls Church for tours of historic sites in the area.
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New Antelope Species Named From Roosevelt Hunt
London April 2 zoologist Rémund Wener says the sable antelope slain by Kermit Roosevelt in Africa is a new species native to the Mombasa region and will be named Roosevelt W Alexander. Also reports William Alexander of Cumberland Md dies at his sister in law’s home in Moorefield W V. he was a noted portrait artist and hunter. In Camden N J a former Ocean City official pleads guilty to forging a $710 note, signing Louis M. Cresse’s name. sentence deferred by Judge Joting.
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Weather Conditions Report From Agriculture Weather Bureau
The Weather Bureau notes a high pressure area over the northwest with a notable western low area moving east. Rain and showers affect New England and the middle Atlantic states while the Midwest and upper lake regions see warmer temps and rising pressure. Forecasts call for a warm period across the south and lower Mississippi Valley with a strong drop in temperature across the Northwest and Rocky Mountain regions by week end. Flood warnings issued for the Rio Grande near El Paso and along the New England coast. Temperatures recorded midnight 46, 2am 44, noon 67, with varying humidity and wind shifts.
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