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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1909
Page
10
Nevada legislature debates drastic anti Japanese measures amid a special session. Reports say speaker’s bill to restrict Japanese influence faces votes, while President Roosevelt’s stance against proposed land and immigration controls is scrutinized.
The piece discusses education for Chinese children, a proposed school, and the broader political debate on War Department transport improvements. It notes statements by Rep Wile and Rev John Wesley, and references tensions with Japan and guidance on international affairs. It also mentions new railcar accommodations and schedules for service to Augusta via Aiken, with timings listed.
A historical analysis argues that in a war with an overseas power Japan could land hundreds of thousands of troops before US forces could mobilize 10 000 sailors, with Japan's 600 000 strong merchant fleet and US lack of enough transports. It estimates 40 million dollars to kit a matching fleet and highlights the scale of sea-lift challenges versus merchant vessels.
Melbourne reports the British steamship Clan Ranald wrecked near Edinbour ge with the captain and 46 crew drowned, many Australians. The vessel drifted ashore last night and sank before boats could reach her. eighteen crew members were rescued, including twelve coolies.
New York World official balks by declining to answer questions, risking government secrecy in open court. Grand jury session considers alleged libel by the New York World over the Panama Canal purchase. Norman Mack subpoenaed to appear, linked to Democratic committee role. witnesses excused indefinitely pending further sessions.
Cape Town and Pretoria debate the capital arrangement for a union of colonies. After a week of deadlock, a compromise proposal is discussed to make Cape Town the seat of parliament, Pretoria the administrative capital, and Bloemfontein the judiciary hub, subject to approval.
Chicago February 1 two men robbed a cashier of a satchel containing nearly $1000 as he ate dinner behind the desk of a restaurant managed by several outlets under one name auditor R S Swain reported the loss. The thieves fled to a southern railway line bound for Jacksonsville, drawing-room cars.
A heated church meeting at the Methodist Evangelical Lutheran Church ended with Dr J C Butler sustained as pastor and the resignations of Anton Heitsnuller F Ro Berelay and FC Wurdeman accepted. Three new council members Elder FSW Graham Charles Sheperd and ME Pease were elected amid factional dispute and warnings of new church steps.
A conservative committee plans to visit President Gomez to protest his pledge to retain one third of government employees. Gomez names Jose Ugarte chief of secret police amid reforms. He urges penal code revisions, warns Congress on finances, and proposes a wide amnesty with US talks to gain concessions while preserving Cuba’s relations. Representative Bratfige declares for senator against Jeff Davis.
Indiana legislature moved to require public schools to sing The Star Spangled Banner at specified times. The bill directs the State board of education to ensure the stanza is restored and the full song is performed during designated periods.
Senate actions include striking the House text and substituting prior Senate language for a Lincoln birthday holiday survey for a memorial road from the White House to Gettysburg. It advances to the House with possible conference if amendments are rejected and notes district bills on fire escapes and child labor, plus highway and hospital name changes.
Rumor runs Virginia of Wyndham R Meredith being named Attorney General in Taft cabinet. Meredith, former State Bar head who split from Democrats last year, denies knowledge of any such honor. In Canton China a fire on flower boat fleet kills 209. 170 bodies recovered with many still missing.
Nashville reports the trial of Col Duncan B Cooper Robin JF Cooper and John D Sharpe for former Senator E W Carmack s slaying. Juror J M Whitworth was deemed physically able to continue after defense claims he was incompetent due to alleged violent remarks about the governor. He fears state of mind prompted by anonymous inquiries into his stance on the Cooper case. Court debated Whitworth s fitness, then sought medical opinion on nephritis risk and potential health danger from jury service. The judge indicated the juror can perform jury duty.
Bern reports Fresh aviator Armands Zipfel achieved a 4 mile flight at about 60 feet altitude in his SeHisin biplane. He had been testing near Templehet parade escaps, after prior motor and benzine issues, completing a record flight for a heavier-than-air craft.
Caracas February 1 reports that following directives from interior minister Alcántara, the attorney general will proceed in the high federal court against former Venezuelan president Cipriano Castro for allegedly seeking to assassinate President Juan Vicente Gomez. Documents claim Castro issued orders and advice that formed a black conspiracy thwarted by Gomez, with evidence presented to the court. Willemstad, Curacao February 1 notes the Dutch cruiser Utrecht arrived, and the American cruiser Des Moines was seen at La Guaira today.
New York reports indicate possible revival of Spanish war revenue measures with higher customs duties and a proposed tax on coffee and tea. The circular notes insufficient retrenchment prospects, cites urgent revenue needs, and warns of a shrinking treasury balance. It highlights Panama bond sales and bank deposit withdrawals to meet deficits.
Atlanta February 1. Thermal charges of grafting and tyranny were filed against Bishop Charles Spencer Smith of the African Methodist Episcopal Church who oversees Georgia and other Southern States. The Rev Dr Harmon and other AME ministers accuse him of pressuring preachers to pay for favorable appointments and to buy two booklets. They allege presiding elders were bilked $2 each to maintain the Episcopal wardrobe.
Report from Wheaton Wheaton College and Berea College tension arises over race in education. A student or staff incident leads to controversy as authorities consider admission policies. The text references a Supreme Court context and exclusion of black pupils in a historic education dispute.
Taft with Goethals and Roosevelt engineers toured Culebra and signed a promise that ships will pass through the Panama Canal on New Year’s Day 1915. He and the chief engineer praised the work, noting major rock removal and canal advances, with formal ceremonies at La Beca and related Pacific channel openings.
In Goldfield Nevada three masked men raided the Mohawk saloon, a major gambling house. They forced entry in a line, looted the cash register and safe, took coins and bills before fleeing while patrons were confined. The incident occurred early morning.
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