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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1909
Page
10
Reports say two signal men were badly hurt when the battleship Georgia collided with another vessel in heavy seas. The forward superstructure was bent and armor sections damaged. Commanders were summoned to Washington as an inquiry begins to determine responsibility.
The Rev Dr David Hughes father of Gov Hughes suffered a slight stroke at the executive mansion. Reports say he was resting Wednesday night but grew worse on Thursday. The 78 year old had been staying at the mansion with Gov Hughes. Local travel times and train notes follow in the column.
Chicagoan Demarest, holder of the 18 percent balance board championship, will travel to New York Sunday to finalize tour plans with Cline and Cutler. The trio open a week in Brooklyn on December 15, with a likely championship match against Cline at Orcestra Hall on February 1, 2, and 8, before a San Francisco engagement.
The eighteenth annual New York Alumni dinner of the University of Rudieater featured WUC ambassador to Germany and Commander Robert E. Peary as principal speakers. Peary, a former university president, spoke briefly on his polar expedition and was elected president of the Explorers Club.
Fifty perish as the Clarion and related vessels are reported sunk or missing near Port Stanley and Long Point. Rescue attempts by tugs and steamers fail to locate captains and crews. Marquette and Bessemer and other ferries endure wreckage sightings with little chance of survivors.
The sugar trial opens in the U S circuit court with Henry F Cochran's address for the defense. He faults weighers and city officials for errors while Oliver Spitzer testifies about unloading and weighing sugar at Williamsburg docks, claiming superiors did not intervene. The proceedings hint at higher level involvement being pursued.
In a keynote speech, Balfour argues for home rule outlines a fight against the Lords, preserving written law while financing Commons. He accuses the government of seeking to create a virtual one chamber legislature and cites taxation equality as in the American Constitution.
Reported London speech by Prime Minister Asquith at Albert Hall outlines Liberal policy to gain electorate support by insisting on imperial supremacy while promising full self government for Ireland within a united system. He defends representation, opposes Lords meddling in finance, and contrasts with opposition. Suffragette disruption noted. Balfour challenger voices a quiet campaign message.
A severe Guam quake wrecked Women and Children Hospital with no casualties reported. Dispatches indicate substantial hospital damage and natives populate a 10000 strong Quamtz area as authorities note the facility will need about $6000 to repair.
Suppressed by a demand for surrender, two Nicaraguan armies face each other in Rama near Bluefields. Gen Vasquez leads government troops while Gen Estrada commands insurgents. Stol Gunnery and skirmishes occur as the Des Moines cruiser Des Jomes arrives, drawing enthusiastic crowds and U S support signals.
The American Ice Company was found guilty in the New York State Supreme Court of restricting competition and attempting a monopoly in ice sales. A $5,000 fine was imposed, the maximum under the anti monopoly law, as counsel hinted at dissolution steps for the firm. The company operates plants in New York Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia and has absorbed numerous smaller firms along the Hudson and in the Maine ice field.
Federal investigation launched into dairy and breakfast cereal price fixing as wholesalers report ironclad contracts that keep consumer prices 20 to 30 percent above market. United States Attorney D W Baker pled to pursue possible Sherman antitrust violations, citing secret agreements and penalties for breaches while dealers push for lower costs for households.
Asquith defends budget and calls for royal assent to broaden parliamentary power over national finances. Liberal leader warns against Lords meddling while vowing to seek electorate authority to enshrine constitutional limits. Balfour attacks tariff reform and single-chamber idea, urging safeguards and clear taxation rules amid unemployment concerns. Roosevelt expedition in Nairobi advances with 60 specimens prepped for preservation. he to visit town tomorrow.
Dr Anabel Zelaya son of President Zelaya of Nicaragua, a Columbia University medical graduate, faces a lawsuit for 1000000 damages from Miss Elizabeth Hero Greek national. She alleges persistent courting while Zelaya studied at Columbia, engagement announced after six months, but President Zelaya forbade the marriage calling it an misalliance.
A sensational report links a double tragedy to a murder tale. Gabriel Jacobs shoots Dr Wood after reading about a doctor's alleged wealth and a prior suicide. Dr Groff, an Oakland pastor, shoots his wife then dies by suicide amid rumors of jealousy and financial motive. Groff, married recently, made two wills yesterday and faced ongoing domestic strife.
St Louis reports a new hog price record at the national stock yards with 249.2 per hundred pounds paid for select hogs. The surge marks the highest price in decades, surpassing prior records and signaling strong demand in the Louisville area as well.
Rapid global buying orders push cotton prices near 16 cents as government crop report stuns traders. Volume soars with May and July futures jumping, galleries crowd the floor and Wall Street interests join widespread speculation. Government estimate signals a potential record drought, while state production figures show wide variance across the South.
In Paris on December 10, Count Bow de Castelane won a court action against Princess de Sagan over the education of their children. The princess agreed to appoint a tutor for their youngest son Jay who would be acceptable to the plaintiff. The count sought escort rights to the boy to and from school, citing custody considerations. The court will rule within a week.
Chicago reports from Berlin indicate pupils at the Graham School under Principal William Watt are undergoing cold air treatment. The aim is to relieve catarrh and swollen glands with pure air therapy, while noting improved resistance and health in days after a medical procedure aboard the airship Count Zeppelin.
The Washington Post reports today's horse show and speed carnival at Potomac Park with President Taft expected in attendance. Sixteen silver plaques await winners across sixteen events, with strong local and regional participation from Maryland and Virginia, and lively displays by riders, drivers, and horsemen. The event, featuring a new Speedway course, aims to boost popular interest in Washington merchants and park recreation while highlighting top trot and sprint performances.
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