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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1908
Page
16
Mr Roosevelt states in a letter read to an Anb woman suffrage gathering that he favors women voting but will not urge action. The uproar follows his remark as police quell the disturbance while women argue their place in the home remains unchanged.
A long review of women’s suffrage arguments compares states that have adopted voting rights to those that have not. It notes shifts in women’s positions, the root role of motherhood, and calls for equal rights while highlighting opposition and support across various states and political figures.
At Carnegie Hall the Interurban Women’s Suffrage Council hosted speakers Mrs Philip Snowden Mrs Clarence Mackay and Dr Charles F Aked The discussion praised President Roosevelt for supportive letters and noted antisuffrage actions while highlighting the cause and the personal resolve of married women balancing home duties and public rights.
Defense for Peter C Hains Jr seeks a postponement in the murder case of Witham G Annis. Justice of Queens County orders the district attorney sheriff and jurors commissioner to show cause Monday why the special panel of talisman should not be set aside or dismissed, delaying a trial now slated for December 14.
Grand jury report blanks light wide election misuse as civil service fraud alleged around August primaries. Voting machines urged as remedy amid indictments of two dozen politicians and others. Special state’s attorney Loesch criticized for public duty without pay. police near booths but no aid noted.
Capt Robert Hanna United States Army retired died suddenly in Dr George E Brewer’s office New York as he prepared for a operation He was West Point graduate of 1872 served on frontier Indian campaigns commanded Apache scouts after retirement he led Whitehead torpedo station Sag Harbor and later served Loyal Order of the Loyal Layton Stock Books to close Carter Motor Car Corporation directors voted to close stock books for subscriptions on December 21
Netherlands presses naval demonstration off Venezuela amid talks of a full blockade. Ships Jacob Van Heemskerk Gelderland and Friesland patrol from Puerto Cabello to La Guaira while President Castro reportedly travels to Spain. Washington reports no State Department brief.
The valued library of Lord Amherst was auctioned in London. An original French edition of Dietes and Sayings translated by the Earl of Rivers and printed by Caxton fetched 1200 dollars. A scarce first edition of SC Albans Chronicle sold for 200 dollars. A rare first edition of the first classic ever printed, Cerro, realized 3600 dollars.
San Francisco dispatch reports part of the Buford cargo bound for Manila includes 1.3 million new silver pesos and 9,000 pennies for the Philippines coinage. The money was boarded under armed guard. St. Andrew's Parish Fair at 1th and Corcoran streets will stay open today from 3 to 9 pm without dinner.
Stewart M Brice, former New York councilman, judged insane by a sheriff's jury after proceedings led by A Norton H S Wildman and Samper Prince, at his brother W K Brice's instigation with family consent. Wife did not oppose. Brice, son of late Senator Calvin Brice, faces dementia with an estate ~75000 dollars yielding about 500 annually.
New York dispatch reports culmination of a two year rail steel quality dispute. Large orders will be negotiated rapidly, including 160000 tons for the Pennsylvania Railroad and 300000 to 400000 tons for next spring. Embargo lifted, price settled at eight dollars per ton for standard rails, with discarded rails or seconds to be accepted at the same rate.
The cruiser Yankee, stuck in Hen and Chekens shoals near Huzzuds Bay for ten weeks, has been freed and will be repaired at New Belford before moving to New York Navy Yard. Naval officials call the wrecking effort a triumph of modern methods led by John Arbuck of New York, who raised the vessel after the Navy had given up. Arbuckle is set to receive 87,500 dollars for his work.
Police set to charge Parle Cotton Tim Holderfield and associates with murder in the death of Drot Wooamith at the Richmond coal drumme quarry. Coroner to begin inquiry Monday as the suspects face imminent arraignment. Witnesses to be held.
Charles P Taft, brother of the president elect, indicates he is a candidate for the United States Senate from Ohio to succeed Joseph B. Foraker. He asserts he will be elected, cites his legal and business experience, and says he has broad support statewide though declines a formal statement. Dec 4, Columbus.
Rear Admiral Robley D Evans, retired, declines a Los Angeles gift campaign to present him a house after being elected chairman of the Los Angeles Harbor Company board. In a personal letter he states he does not want to be placed in a position to accept a house or any other present.
Stanislaus Lehman fatally wounds Anna Turner during a street chase that erupts as pupils from Public School No 3 hear the shots. Lehman flees into a tenement hid ing in a bed. police drag him out as children shout his identification. Turner dies from wounds including a shot to the breast.
An official dispatch from German gunboat Jaguar reports a religious clash near Ponape in the Caroline Islands between Protestant natives and Catholic brothers. About 80 rifles are in two armed camps. 100 policemen and Jaguar support have prevented conflict so far. The Jaguar will remain until the dispute ends.
The Post urges advertisers to send in announcements early to ensure better service during a busy holiday period. Copy for The Sunday Post is due not later than 7 p.m. today as circulation is expected to exceed other Washington papers.
President-elect Taft will be guest of The Knockers in Cincinnati, with Judge Taft attending a dinner while the Augusta vacation ends. The event features an escort by Troop A of Ohio and notes prior arrangements by Robert Reynolds, aiming to secure a strong show for the inauguration amid tariff talks and political maneuvering.
The report describes snow starting to fall, with 2 to 3 inches on the ground within an hour, and Mountaineers noting a wintry scene. It mentions Stinger Curry of New Mexico joking with a lasso during the statehood project and outlines Taft’s travel plans to New York, Washington, and Augusta, with time expected in February.
Reports from Nicaragua describe a rapid revolt in San Salvador led by former Vice President Prudence Sifare with adherents of Gen Barahona widespread. Revolt faltered as most rebels were subdued. some fugitives hid in woods while coffee harvest continued. Martial law proclaimed and government stability largely restored.
The Northwest Citizens Association committee meets to discuss the Lancaster measure proposing a new District government form. Oyster leads opposition claims the change risks power, while supporters urge accountability and direct representation.
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