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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1909
Page
28
Mrs Souther returning from a walk discovers the locked apartment door bolted. A revolver suicide by artist, after a note to his wife, ends a troubled life as the family and hotel manager react with distress. The incident follows reports of financial reverses and personal despair.
Mr Souther a well known National Capital figure connected with the Cosmos Club died after injuring himself in a pistol incident at a hotel doctors and coroner concluded the wound ended his life instantly He was devoted to his three children and frequented the Cosmos Club and the hotel where friends recall his charming nature Funeral services are scheduled for tomorrow morning per his wishes for cremation.
Victorian era press reports bitter clashes over tariff reform with Anglican, nonconformist, and Catholic bodies opposing the Lords. Archbishops abstain in divisions while church organs denounce the Lords as conservatives warn reform is essential and candidates push budget alternatives amid a partisan election climate.
Forty firemen battled a blaze at a moving picture parlor at Twelfth and Market streets. Heavy smoke demoralized workers, many were rushed to nearby hospitals or treated in ambulances. the fire caused minor damage and was blamed on corroded electric wires.
The Haghaonville Presbyterian Church and parishioners search fields and byways of Dutchess County for Margaret Doherty nineteen, daughter of Rev William H Doherty, after she wandered from friends amid anxiety for her safety and illness.
Christianie Deck-Walter Lonsdale secretary to Dr Frederick Cool arrived aboard the steamer United States carrying all of Dr Cook's north pole records. He said Cool was overworked but not broken down in New York. The Jolly Collection sale previews at Sloan Galleries with items on view ahead of a Wednesday auction.
Reports say Senor Creel will travel from Mexico City to Washington with a mission to press for a community of interests in Central America. Dr Luis Anderson will accompany him and Costa Rican cabinet talks are expected to influence plans. State Department officials declined to comment and the timetable remains unclear.
Washington ordered four modern warships prepared for immediate sailing at the Philadelphia navy yard. The battleship Michigan was ordered into commission and slated to sail to Hampton Roads Thursday. Idabe and Columbia were set for rapid deployment or conversion, with Columbia to become a transport. The torpedo boat Smith was to sail to Newport, R I, on Tuesday. Vermont prepared to join the Atlantic fleet with apprentices aboard. Princeton sailed from California City toward Colynta to join Vicksburg at Corinto, completing stores and cargo en route.
A Chicago report claimed John D Rockefeller planned a 25 million dollar gift to China, but authorities including Dr Ludwig Hektoen and Prof TGC Chamberlain dispute the information. Officials say they have seen no conclusive evidence and Rockefeller’s involvement remains unconfirmed. Herold McCormack, tied by marriage, reports no knowledge beyond the Oriental commission’s return.
Stockholm reports King Gustave disguises himself to mingle with laborers and learn their conditions. He aims to understand workingmen’s views during the nation’s recent broad strike, joining craftsmen and laborers to gather honest opinions and provide loans and relief as needed.
In South Bend Indiana Clarence Lichty 17 told companions Denied Foster and William McCormick 13 and 13 were hunting when Lichty warned I am going to shoot both of you Foster and McCormick urged him to blaze away He fired buckshot and both boys were struck one in critical condition the other not seriously hurt Lichty said a sudden impulse caused the act.
A violent storm swept Terre Haute causing heavy damage. Dozens injured as debris rained down and a buggy overturned with a girl seriously hurt. Wabash Distillery wrecked and roofs torn from Goldsmith Commission and Hulman & Co wholesalers.
Bridgeport Ohio December 3 heavy militia in three regiments entered the Aetna Standard plant area to restore order after days of rioting between strikers and guards. About 1500 militia occupied nearby works and towns under martial law while talks at the state arbitration board continued. Governor Harmon later ordered nine National Guard companies home as calm returned and the plant prepared to resume operations.
Special to The Washingwe reports that Democratic League members have started a movement to push Alton B Parker for governor if he accepts the nomination. Leaders discuss other possible candidates including Edward M Shapard, former Judge D Cady Herrick, and Public Service Commissioner Thomas Osborn, with Osborn favored in state affairs after the Saratoga conference launching the league.
In Kansas City Kansas a five year old boy Carl Campbell was found alone in an apartment with the bodies of his father Joseph Campbell and mother Nyra Campbell both killed with the same weapon. Neighbors heard cries overnight before daytime discovery. Police report a family tragedy with a father shooting his wife and himself on Saturday night.
Police arrest a man believed responsible for a killings and two store robberies in Van Ness Avenue and Holdy Avenue areas. A clerks in Hetman baths reports two shots fired after a bright light attracted the assailant, who appeared insane. Authorities describe the suspect as a danger to public safety as investigations continue.
Assistant history professor at the University of Chicago Joseph Warren died after a blood infection from an ulcerated tooth. The 24 year old, a Harvard graduate, had recently earned a medical degree.
Chicago attorney and diplomat William J Calhoun admitted that Secretary of State Knox offered him the post of minister to China. He said he asked for time to consider, telegraphed a refusal, and later reconsideration was urged by the President taft. Calhoun, a former Interstate Commerce Commissioner and veteran with Spain Cuba and Venezuela missions, has long been urged for cabinet work and is allied with Senator Cullom.
Dr Charles I Fazany argued that social conditions justify suicide in despair from unemployment and poverty. He spoke at West Side WC 4, saying a man with a family dependent on him may feel compelled to self harm when rent is four weeks overdue. He cited social strain and bleak daily life as factors in such acts.
Prince Enrico Ruspoli dies at his chateau in Nemts, Rome, after a long life as second son of Luigi Ruspoli and cousin of Francesco Ruspoli. He wed Mrs Enfeld of Nashville, widow of a wealthy manufacturer, and had ties to Oak Hill and notable European noble lines.
Special to The Washington Port New York Dec 1 The British freight steamship Strathclyde commanded by Capt Crovar sailing from Barry October with Hampton Roads ballast has not been heard from for 37 days amid rough Atlantic weather The ship likely broke a propeller shaft and drifted from its voyage route A crew of about 35 men was aboard and she was built at Orangemouth England and is 370 feet long
Peking objects to Russian claims of administrative rights over the Manchurian railway zone. The circular note to powers contends the Russian communique violates the Portsmouth treaty and the Hartlen agreement of May 199. The protest references Russia’s October document and argues against Moscow’s asserted authority in Manchuria.
Snow and strike actions threaten 49 rail lines from Pittsburg to Detroit and Buffalo to Chicago. Negotiations begin in Chicago to settle demands for higher wages and schedule changes. The union plans a referendum to empower its committee as snow delays freight and drives potential widespread walkouts.
Senators prepare to act as a new session opens with Democrats eyeing Georgia’s Bacon for leader. Champ Clark calls for renewed rule changes and fund-raising hope from insurgents. Fowler warns his wing that the party faces wartime trust with Cannon’s rules.
The Senate opens at noon with Vice President Sherman presiding and a roll call followed by a resolution notifying the President that the Senate is ready for business Acknowledgments of the deaths of Senator Martin N Johnson of North Dakota and other members are expected The House will convene at noon with quorum calls and resolutions expressing sorrow over deaths likely to be adopted The first regular session of the new Congress begins with anticipated adjournment after routine procedures and memorials for deceased members
The memo outlines party struggles in a special session as Dems clash with Republicans over leadership and tactics. It notes resignations rumors, potential investigations, and plans to curb spending and fight the Paine Aldrich Smoot bill while debating waterway improvements. A deadly morning duel in the House ends with a fatal shot to a senator.
A dispute at Daniel Shuggs saloon at 120 Baltse avenue in Atlantic City ended with Ernest Crown killed. Special officer Albert Watkins fired a heart revolver shot that struck Crown in the abdomen and Crown died at city hospital. Watkins surrendered to authorities.
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