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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1909
Page
8
Reports from Meridian Mississippi and neighboring areas show rising pellagra cases, sparking investigations into a possible link to musty corn. Local physicians and officials push for statewide review while noting the long suspected, but contested, corn theory amid heightened public concern.
A blaze swept through East Main, Water streets damaging a dozen buildings and burning two for a total loss near $1000 with about 8 percent insured. The fire raged from 1 am to sunset, nearly exhausting the city water reservoir. A fire in the Decatur Hotel engine room was contained by quick hotel staff and guests. Springfield sent an engine and crew to assist, and rebuilding will start immediately.
A phenomenal high tide on August 2 flooded the lower portions of Barcelona Spain. Great damage was reported across the city, with lower districts hit hardest and widespread property impact observed.
The commission, after days in Berlin, headed to Dresden with officials detailing access to facilities. Senator Theodore Burton said the government aided inspections, noting Prussian Interior help and ethnical information. The group planned stops at Prague Vienna Budapest along the Danube to Iron Gate, then Strasbourg and France.
Floods sweep Victoria from western Australia origin with heavy rains. Widespread crop and orchard damage reported as telegraph and rail communications fail. Goulburn River rises threatening towns. bridges washed away including at New Bridge and Clunes. Train plunged into gorge but passengers rescued.
Washington reports one in four New York tenement children show tuberculosis. At Sea Breeze Home in West Coney Island run by the Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor, 728 children were examined through mid August after admission as well. Of those tested, 206 or 21 percent reacted positively, with girls showing 31 percent versus 27 percent among boys.
Dr Charles Wardell Stiles of the Hygienic Laboratory warns physicians that curing hookworm disease must begin with removing the parasite before treating the patient. He notes severe anemia, economic impact on the poor, and risks from thymol poisoning if treatment is mishandled, urging caution with alcohol and certain medicines during therapy.
Henry Pregger, Savoy Hotel London manager, attacks U S hotel practices, saying American staff rely on tips and guests mingle too freely with servants. He notes European guests keep servants at a distance, while U S managers defend friendlier relations as common, stressing that service quality hinges on proper boundaries and tipping dynamics.
German officials consider dropping the hello girl role as automated telephone systems are tested in Hildeheim and Chemnitz. Daily consular reports describe the new system working, promising faster cross border communications and noting ongoing evaluations of impact on staff.
Readers submit questions about widow pensions and Civil War era disability claims. The column explains eligibility rules, required evidence, and steps to pursue pensions, including officer affidavits, service records, and contacting pension offices for comrades.
The Washington Post reports New York trading after eight rising weeks faced a correction amid rumors of Mr Harriman illness and a coming home rest. Analysts note the reaction stemmed from overextended pyramids and shifts in railroad expectations, with markets stabilizing as confidence in business improvement persisted.
Guidance on filing a motion for reconsideration with the Secretary of the Interior, citing new and material facts not presented in the prior appeal. Includes examples of widows, minors, and increasing pensions, with eligibility notes on desertion, guardians, and physician corroboration.
Italy signals willingness to arbitrate the Clipperton Island ownership question amid U S interest as the Panama Canal nears completion in 1915. A French claim could expand Italian influence with possible naval and coaling station implications between Pacific ports and Tahiti islands, though the island’s strategic value remains uncertain.
Reports show freight traffic gains in August, with 124 percent rise over last year and 80 percent over the record year. Railroads invest in equipment as shortages loom, while harvest accelerates. Government forecasts a crop value above 3.08 billion dollars, aided by favorable weather and high grain prices. Europe’s demand for U S grain and cotton may further aid distribution.
English and Berlin markets show cautious optimism amid cheap money expectations and a steady to improving outlook. London traders note subdued U S influence, while Berlin boerse remains buoyant with steel issues strong and American holdings trimmed despite Harriman health concerns.
Joseph Green was arrested after a Fourth precinct chase from a shop window burglary on Fourteenth Street Southwest. Policeman Kite fired twice, wounding Green, who then attempted to flee toward the riverfront before being detained and taken to Emergency Hospital. Green faced a police court hearing the next day.
New York area shows a sharp demand for pig iron and foundry iron for year-end delivery with Eastern customers seeking prompt shipments. Steel plants in eastern Pennsylvania and a New Jersey producer with a near monopoly reported large basic sales and prices ranging from 17.50 to 1,750 per ton, plus orders for next year. Foundry and malleable iron sales expand to Hudson Valley and New England, while Chicago sees active old material demand and rail and tin plate price moves. steel and forge markets show sharp activity and tensions over imports and artificial price barriers.
Capt McLean acting commandant of the Washington navy yard dismissed reports of mass layoffs affecting about 3000 skilled workers at the yard and gun factory. He said there will be as much or more work this year and denied any wholesale demobilization or cuts.
Pennsylvania Railroad officials announced a plan to spend 1 009 000 on greensburg yard improvements including a new station additional tracks the removal of a tunnel and grade changes. The request follows other major contracts this year as work continues on Pennsylvania lines west of Pittsburgh.
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