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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1908
Page
1
A letter read at a suffrage meeting stirs anger as Mr Roosevelt expresses support for women voting but stops short of urging action. Police are called to quell the uproar as attendees debate equality at a time when progress stalls and gender roles are under scrutiny.
The discussion contrasts states that have adopted women’s suffrage with those that have not, arguing equality in voting rights and the role of women in society. It notes support and opposition, highlighting the view that motherhood and household work define women’s appropriate sphere, while some urge broader political equality.
At Carnegie Hall the Interurban Womans Suffrage Council held a meeting with Mrs Philip Snowden leading the English suffragist effort alongside Mrs Clarence Mackay and Dr Charles F Aked. Snowden praised President Roosevelt’s public stance aiding the cause, recounting her White House visit and initial belief of opposition before reading a letter from Dr Abbott.
Justice in Queen County grants an order to show cause why the special jury panel should not be set aside as defense seeks delay in the murder case of Witham G D Annis. Jury panel dismissal could push a December 14 trial date, defense claiming the panel was improperly drawn.
A grand jury report details fraud allegations from the last Chicago primary. It cites repeat voting by residents and even deceased individuals, calls for urgent use of voting machines, and praises civil service investigators while noting police near polling booths offered little aid. Frank J amesch faced pressure to conduct the inquiry without pay, as officials condemn the perversion of the electoral process.
Capt Robert Hanna L A retired army officer dies suddenly in Dr George E Brewer office New York while awaiting a operation He served on frontier Indian campaigns and with Apache scouts later superintendent of the Whitehead torpedo station Sag Harbor member of the Loyal Order of the Loyal Layton Stock Books to close for subscriptions on December 21 Carter Motor Car Corporation directors vote to close stock books for subscriptions on December 21
Dutch navy vessels have blockaded the Venezuelan coast from Puerto Cabello to La Guaira. The battleship Jacob Van Heemskerk and cruisers Gelderland and Friesland are in position with guns trained toward Maracaibo and surrounding shores. Authorities cite intended effective blockade steps as Netherlands pressure grows while President Castro is away, with Vice President Gomez governing.
The Amherst collection case continued in London. An original French version of Dietes and Sayings translated by the Earl of Rivers and printed by Caxton realized 1200 dollars. A rare first edition of SC Albans Chronicle sold for 200 dollars. A scarce first edition of the first classic ever printed, Cerro, brought 3600 dollars.
A portion of the Buford cargo bound for Manila includes 1,300,000 in new silver pesos and 9,000 in pennies for the Philippine Islands. The money was loaded under an armed guard. St. Andrew's Parish Fair at 1th and Corcoran streets remains open today from 3 to 9 pm without dinner.
In New York on December 4 Stewart M Brice was judged insane by a sheriff s jury after proceedings instigated by his brother with family assent. Brice, a former New York City councilman and son of late Senator Calvin Brice of Ohio, showed utter inability to understand the proceedings and is said to suffer incurable dementia with an estate around 75000 dollars and income about 500 yearly.
New York December 4 The two year dispute between railroads and steel makers over rail quality and price is settled with large orders to be negotiated Pennsylvania Railroad will place 160000 tons. Orders for 300000 to 400000 tons for delivery next spring likely. Outlay estimated between 10 000 22 000 000. Gauge of quality issues stemmed from wrecks in 1896 1900. Judge Gary of United States Steel Corp held talks with railroads on equalization of quality and price. Price set at 8 dollars per ton for standard action with discard rails or seconds accepted at 8 dollars per ton.
The cruiser Yankee, aground for ten weeks in Hen and Chekens shoals near Huzzuds Bay, has been refloated and will undergo minor repairs at New Behind Shewil before moving to New York navy yard for full overhaul. Naval officers hail the raising as a triumph of wrecking techniques directed by John Arbuck of New York, who undertook the task after the Navy Department had nearly given up. Arbuckle seeks 87,500 as his fee for the success of the operations.
Police plan to begin trial tomorrow for the alleged murder of Drott Woolamith at the Richmond coal drum near the rock quarry. Four charged suspects include Parle Cotton and Tim Holderfield. Coroner to start investigation Monday.
Charles P Taft, brother of the president-elect, indicated he is a candidate for the U S Senate from Ohio. He told reporters he expects election by the General Assembly, claiming assurances of broad support and votes to spare. He declined a formal statement, joking about being elected if votes are enough, and noted preparation for the upcoming session.
Rear Admiral Robley D Evans, retired, rejects a Los Angeles gift move after being elected chairman of the Los Angeles Harbor Company. In a personal reply he states he does not want to be placed in a position of accepting a house or any other present.
Stanislaus Lehman fatally wounded Anna Turner and fled toward a tenement. Pupils from Public School No 3 heard shots and joined a crowd in pursuit, cornering Lehman in a bed and leaving him with police after a dramatic arrest. Turner died from multiple gunshot wounds.
An official dispatch from the German gunboat Jaguar at Ponape in the Caroline Islands reports a religious conflict brewing between Protestant natives and Catholic brothers. Two armed camps have formed with about 80 rifles between them. Police, aided by the Jaguar, have kept the peace thus far, and the gunboat will remain until the trouble subsides.
The Post urges advertisers to submit ads early to ensure better service during a holiday rush. Copy for Sunday Post is due by 7 p m today as circulation is expected to exceed other Washington papers.
Taft to dine with the Knockers in Cincinnati while he prepares for the presidency. The event follows his Augusta vacation and precedes his New York visit. McKinley’s successor may be urged to receive mediators as tariff and reform battles loom in Congress.
Snow fell after his departure leaving 2 3 inches on the ground as the governor moved to win converts for the statehood project. Taft and Roosevelt both connected to recent events as Taft plans to visit New York with his brother Henry before heading to Augusta Georgia for a likely February stay.
A storm off Newfoundland yields wreckage from the Scotty, an old Great Lakes steamer, found ashore at St Johns. Capt John G Dillon led the vessel from Ogdensburg to New Orleans when it sank in the Gulf of St Lawrence after a two day gale. Crew count uncertain but reported at 28. no passengers aboard.
Reports from Nicaragua on December 4 claim a revolt began in San Salvador led by former Vice President Prudence Sifare, with Ahuacnapan, Su ntan, and Santana reportedly seized. No sustained success occurred. rebels not captured hide in woods while coffee harvest continues. Martial law proclaimed and alleged plot against President Figueroa frustrated.
The Northwest Citizens Association and Lancaster measure supporters gather to discuss altering District governance. Opponents urge caution, citing street railway and school issues while debating a governor elected by the people and broader suffrage.
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