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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1909

Page

10

Sugar Trial Ends in Guilty Verdict After Two Hours Debate

The jury found Sugar magnate defendants guilty on key counts after a brisk two hour session. Prosecution, led by District Attorney Stimson, signaled intent to pursue higher ups, while bail was granted for several defendants and a motion for a new trial considered. The court adjourned to reconvene for post verdict steps and potential appeals.

Stimson New York Tela James Wendernagel Olver Spitzer checkers—Coyle Trnlante Jock John Wennessey Fogo Geog Counel Jude Marfin Spitzer Judee Martin Roo Tene 1Stimson Marthy Casiner Bendersels Hendernagel Tao Coase Renin Hls Benderunger Guetta American Sugar Refining Company Guity Etoms Service Rendernage Bendernagel J Ige State Supreme Court Martin Civil Suit Gerbracht Hitchcock Vanots Arbuckles The Havemeyer & Wider Wiliam Ho Theemplo Sugar Company Tears Sax Cliver Spitzer Willnmshing Hasemeyer & Lider Tefrnery

Astor Estate Shows Jewelry Valuation and Deductions

New York surrogates report on Caroline Astor's estate after her death, detailing jewelry valued at thousands and a total estate near 316 million dollars after debts and administration expenses. The appraisal lists crown jewels, a pearl necklace, emeralds, sapphires, and diamond pieces, with separate allocations to her two daughters and a son, plus household furnishings and art objects.

New York Carole Webster Caroline Webster Astor William Astor Cal John Jacob Astor Orme Wilson William Xf Cruikshanks Astor M Orme Wilson Charlotte Astor Hag Tandon William Vincent Astor Col Astor Mire Wilson Haig Solitaire Diamond Cing Gol Aatorise Mrs Astor Shettre Antwerp Don Quixote Brussels

Leopold II Death and Balkan Mourning Observed

Details of Leopold II of Belgium death milestones and international condolences. official mourning announced by the court for Belgium and Europe. The public viewed the monarch’s body in the mortuary chamber as dignitaries and correspondents observed the solemn rites. Prince Albert maintained order with restrained leadership during the proceedings.

Bruavels Cecil Kingdom of Belgium Leopold II Ehools Muuietpny Council Albert Jont Houves Senate Neverthelens I Fs Leopold I Renson Davignon Europe Edward Ira William Alfonad Francis Joseph Victor Eimmanuel Helene Presdéht Taft Fal- Neres France Pius X Leopold Orerpant Prince Albert

Death of King Leopold of Belgium Cites Francoist Ties

Paris reports the death of King Leopold of Belgium, famed ally of France during the 1871 siege of Belfort and a long time adviser to the French government. His counsel shaped crises across monarchies, notably Germany and Austria, though his private alliances dimmed his public image in recent years.

Paris Leopold Belgium France Belfort Germany Austria Vaughan

Morgan & Co Buys Ohio and Indiana Independent Phones

J P Morgan & Co announces control of majority stakes in the Toledo Hons, Cuyahoga, Dayton Hume, Indianapolis, New Long Distance and New Telephone companies. System covers 101000 telephones and 4000 miles of lines across Ohio, Indiana and Michigan. Bell interests deny involvement. deal totals around substantial cash with limited bonds.

Puurchase Dino Indiana Toledo Ohio J P Morgan & Co Che Morgan & Co Clarence Brown United States Cuyahoga JP Morgan & Co Tam Bell Michigan Bravery

Kentucky Woman Killed by Grandson in Holiday Accident

At Loura on December 17 Harry Endaley aged 11 or 12 accidentally shot and killed his grandmother Mrs Josephine Payne. Mrs Payne widow of James L. Payne of Kentucky had come from Kentucky to spend Christmas with Harry’s parents. The train and route details appear in the fragment.

Kentucky St Loms Loura Harry Endaley Josephine Payne Payne James L. Payne Ken “Tucky Harrys

Longest railroad train ever pulled by one engine leaves Roanoke

A mile-long coal train of 197 cars totaling 900 tons leaves Roanoke for Norfolk on the Virginian Railway. The 44-foot steel hopper cars carry coal valued at 715000. En route, officials including H H Rogers Jr and Broughton, president of the Virginian Railway, observe the mile-long procession.

Washington Post Roanoke Norfolk H H Rogers President Broughton The Virginian Railway

Count Boni de Castellane Loses Suit Over Tutor

The court ruled against Count Boni de Castellane in his suit to compel the Princess de Sagan to appoint a tutor for their youngest son Jay. The defendant was not found to need a tutor, and Castellane was condemned to pay the costs.

Paul Princess de Sagan Count Boni de Castellane

Marines Not Landed Ready For Battle In Nicaragua

Reports say American Marines have not landed and will act only if American interests risk compromise by revolutionaries. Gen Estrada’s forces and Zelayans hold key areas as Gen Vasquez threatens battle, while Madriz allies gain top army influence. tensions rise as U S vessels monitor Corinto harbor.

Bluefields Ncaragua Dee 17 Volon J H Shipley Dea Maines Gen Estrada United States Roma Estrada Vasquez

Crisis Over Zelaya Strain Turns to Asylum Plan

United States and Mexico face a diplomatic crisis as Mexico moves to shelter exiled Nicaragua president Zelaya aboard the gunboat Guerrero at Corinto. Washington warns any attempt to take Zelaya out would be hostile, while Buffalo ships with marines are dispatched to Nicaragua amid tense talks on Central American stability and potential American intervention.

Managua Nicaragua Dee Guy Alors Granda and Leon Julian Irias Madrig David Arellano Granada Taft Madriz Ins Ar Corto United States Henry Leonard Comito Caldera Inas Wourier Cormto Corinto Lmcen Saturn Juhian Moexico Senor Creel Mexico Mmts State Department Zelaya Knox Guerrero Zalaya America Gen Guerrero Cormia Harbor Yorktown General Guerrero Hela I Cree Menea Herrada Congress Madrur Panama Madriz Atrisea National Assembly Ialas Taft Washington Gonaier Washington Central America Des Moines

Guerrero Not On Way to Corinto

Reported orders to gate Guerrero to Corinto stalled at Salina Cruz with sailing orders not confirmed by navy or foreign office. Subsecretary Gamboa says Knox did not decline Mexico’s cooperation and Mexico offers no assistance to Zelaya’s departure.

Mewes Guerrero Corinto Salina Cruz Informatfan Office of Foreign Relations Foreign Office Navy Department Fredrico Gamboa Associated Press Knox Mexico Nicaraguen Gamboa Zelaya

Princess Louise and family seek end to dissensions after king's death

A dispatch from Bude reports Princess Louise expressing grief over King Leopold's death and urging reconciliation within the family. Princess Jose left for Brussels after telephoning Prince Albert and Princess Elementive about intentions to fight the capital. Baroness Vaughar plans to travel to Balincourt near Paris to reach her children.

Kamy Bude Jose Brussels Prince Albert Vaughar Balincourt Leopold Paris

Copenhagen probe on Dr Cook polar records near end

Report on Dr Cook s polar data may end soon and be ready for tomorrow s university consistory meeting in Copenhagen The public friendly to Coax Pacelleat Secsioe to Incknonville railways shows unease as early termination is not seen as a good omen

Copenhagen Cooks Porth University of Copeohagen

Central American unity eyed as possible new nation

Toledo speaker John Basters urges the idea of consolidating Guatemala Salagar Honduras Nic aragua and Costa Rica into a single Central American republic. He notes potential vast area and trade prospects, arguing a united nation could rival the United States in extent and influence.

Toledo John Basters Sirector International Bureau of American Republics Toledo Chamber of Commerce Nicatagua Guatemala Salagar Hondwas Icatagua Corta Rcalm Washmetin Enhu Amelia Enrique Creel Boston Savannah San Diego Seattle

Playgrounds Win Tawney Amendment Puts 17000 In Samoa City Treasury

Burleson helps engineer the scheme to gain funds, while Foster faces abrupt opposition and surprise capitulations from rivals. The project aims at rapid, unexpected progress, with speeches trimmed as opponents concede and scarce details emerge.

Tawney Samoa City Burleson

Washington Playground Association Thanks Congress for Support

The Washington Playground Association expresses gratitude to the public, Congress, and press for support that secured $22,000 from the House. They note opposition to the $8,000 for children's playgrounds and the need to remove a proviso requiring $17,000 of the funds from Atlanta sources, hoping Senate action will resolve it. Arthur C. Moser and James E. West sign as vice president and secretary.

Washington Playground Association Congress House House of Representatives Clatrlet Senate Mousa Friends of the Playground Movement Arthur C Moser James E West

Winters crowned efforts of Dene Soh on Disrybound project

The House backed a 2000 appropriation for playgrounds in the District of Columbia with minimal opposition. Rep Burleson of Texas pushed to pay the increase entirely from District revenues, a move supported after Foster’s amendment was allowed. The final decision required the District to bear the full additional cost.

Winters House Tast Tawner Congress Yesmon Burleson District Ruby Committee Foster Fermant Appropriations Committee Tawney District of Columbia Fosser Mr Persons Smith Committee On the

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