25 Aug 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1909
Page
1
Money of Pacific Roads to be devoted to extensions. Nature of his ailment not disclosed by himself or doctor, but it required X ray photographs of his stomach. Patent cracks jokes about the matter. Lost ten pounds weight. Family anxious during ordeal in private.
Harriman reflects on not buying Vanderbilt New York Central holdings, fearing officeholders over stockholders. He touts trust in Union Pacific and Southern Pacific dividends of 10 and 6 percent, cites development of tribute and new territory, and claims to serve the public with quality goods.
Harriman faces a long press convoy aboard the El Toro as he recounts his European journey, defends dividend policy, and hints at road and territory development. He rejects segregation talk, praises public service, and notes health strain while photographers capture every moment.
Dorchester County Democrats meet in Cambridge and nominate county officers for the upcoming term. Harrington faction gains complete control with key posts awarded to Lake Trobinson, Russell Smith, Isaagel Taylor, John Richardson, and others. Separately, lightning strikes a village church near Lucea Mary, killing two and wounding fifteen as the roof collapses.
The Beverly crowd awaits President Taft as veterans parade past in Beverly. A Baton Rouge delegation wins an extra hour on the schedule by proposing a boat trip on the Mississippi from Natchez to Lutunouke on October 29. Secretary Carpenter indicates cautious approval while a quiet, restrained public reception is planned for the president’s stay.
About 200 attendees hear Frank Woodson and JB Pennybacker argue for better roads. Mayor Thomas F Goode presided as speakers outlined how road work should proceed and the need for prompt action.
At Rheims the third day of the aviation meet featured Paulhan lifting to about 30 feet above the ground in a seven round display and Curtiss rivaling the speed amid high winds. President Falheres visited the aviation grounds, examined multiple machines, and praised the Wright and Curtiss pilots while spectators cheered American efforts and noted wind challenge and bold ascents.
A fourteenth annual reunion of North Carolina Civil War veterans gathered in Charlotte near the site of Stonewall Jackson’s home. John L Wiggins of Whiteville answered Here to the commander in chief as taps sounded. Wiggins, 94, collapsed and died on the event eve. Mayor Hawkins welcomed the veterans with General Juilean Carr, commander in chief, set to reply. The group planned a business session followed by a Daughters of the Confederacy reception.
Mrs Eaton accuses her former husband Rear Admiral Eaton’s family of poisoning their infant son. The divorced wife, Mrs Haton, and daughter June Ringworth claim attempts were made to drug the child. The poison theory prompted an autopsy at Harvard Medical School while Admiral Eaton defends the natural death of the child and denounces the accusations as ridiculous.
A Black assailant named William Wade opened fire on Monroe street killing and wounding white and Black victims before he was shot dead. Police say Wade’s body was publicly burned after hanging and that a growing “Avengers’ Society” motive tied to revenge for police violence spurred the outbreak.
Turmoil over the Sunday riots near Mexees Rocks leaves six six prisoners jailed as state troopers and police curb mass gatherings. Over 100 workers report to the Pittsburgh Car Company plant amid funerals for slain strikers. Three finished cars emerge. death toll rises to eleven with several in critical condition. The Ioused tension drives a temporary lull as authorities transfer detainees and honor fallen troopers.
Special to The Washington Past West Point cadets depart with engineers ordnance hospital and cavalry units for a week long exercise. Lieut Col Frederick W Sibley commands over 70 men and 200 horses. Route includes Stockbridge Central Valley Cromwell Lake Monroe Round Pond Arden Queanabore Fort Montgomery and return.
The Washington Post reports that Governor, Senators Martin and Daniel, and State Chairman will canvass the situation with Judge Mann as talks shift from denial to an informal premeeting. Tomorrow's session will map the gubernatorial campaign with Hodges Mann, Swanson, Martin, Taylor Ellison, and state leaders. A hard fight is anticipated in the Ninth and Fifth districts, with multiple candidates vying for the senatorial seat and gubernatorial support shaping the race.
Anti American sentiment blamed for the assault on WB McMasters of New York, a vice consul in Cartagena. Two men are jailed on charges, one identified as Laia Cordoba, editor of an anti American paper. McMasters sustained deep cuts and a gunshot graze but was reported out of danger after the July attack, with a State Department inquiry to follow.
St Petersburg reports advices from Constantinople that the danger period in the Crete dispute between Greece and Turkey is ending. The Turkish minister at Athens will not be recalled and next steps depend on proposals the Porte is formulating for presentation to the powers, including changes in Crete's administrative machinery.
Special to The Washington Post reports New York August and Donald LD Persch the curb broker arrested in connection with the Windsor Trust Company loan totaling $54.00. Waltan Clarke the note broker and Charles Katz were admitted to bail. The district attorney Jerome said in the afternoon that this involves someone “higher up” the prosecutor’s office is pursuing, but the identity and timing of action remain undisclosed.
Seattle dispatch reports Chief of Field Division Louis G. Glavis faces charges of conspiracy in dealings tied to the Cunningham coal land cases. The Interior Department inquiry, initiated by Taft, aims to expose alleged frauds in Alaska and potential subordination to suppress expeditious action. The case centers on land claims, alleged dummy entries, and the influence of coal lands worth potentially a billion dollars.
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