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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1907

Page

16

Barrier to Japan Cites Treaty in California Policy

Former Attorney General Richard Olney argues that California schools are not overridden by Japan treaty rights. He cites U S Supreme Court precedent and the 1894 Japan United States treaty to claim federal power cannot erase state governance. Olney contends nations share powers under the Constitution, preserving state autonomy in education.

Hig Japan Richard Olney Massachusetts United States California McCall Supreme Court Olney Supreme Court of the United States South Carolina U. S San Francisco

Husband and Wife Rival Restaurants in Supreme Court Case

Special to The Washington Post from Brooklyn reports a separation suit by Mrs. Mary Depkin against her husband Frederick A. Depkin. Alimony and counsel fees sought as the couple, both restaurant operators, spar over claims of neglect, alleged intoxication, and a feud that included a second restaurant by the wife on Atlantic Avenue. Justice Dickey reserved decision to allow affidavits in response to the fortune teller accusation.

Washington Post Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Dickey Mary Depkin Frederick A. Depkin Ath Avenue Murspickin Atlantic Avenue Dickey

Perishes in Snowstorm at Brooklyn Elevated Station

New York reports a fatal snowstorm incident at the Albany Avenue Fulton Street elevated station in Brooklyn. Miss Sarah Van Develdt, a ticket agent, attempted to pull a trapped passenger into the waiting room but could not save him. A policeman assisted, dragging the man to shelter and summoning help as trains stayed snowbound. The man died, and Miss Van Develdt fainted but later revived with care.

Washington Post New York Albany Avenue Fulton Street Brooklyn Sarah Ven Develdt Brooklyn Rapid Transit Risa van Develdt Miss van Develdt Grand Avenue Eli Grote Grote Biles van Develdt

Extreme North Dakota Cold Paralyzes Rail Lines

In North Dakota and Minnesota the weather worsened with seventeen days of below zero temperatures and 48 below at McHenry. Freight trains halted, main lines blocked, and many branch lines idle for weeks. Reports of livestock losses were denied, while railroad managers warned spring thaws may reveal further suffering and deaths. Chicago bound trains were delayed by one to five hours today.

St. Paul Minn McHenry N. Dak North Dakota Minneapolis, St. Paul Saint Ste. Marie Great Northern Northern Pacific Chicago

Death by Own Action Found Under Snow in New York

Body of a young man buried by snow on Fifth Avenue between Seventy-fifth and Seventy-sixth Streets shows a self inflicted pistol wound. A revolver with one empty chamber and a note in a woman's handwriting addressed to Walter Phillips, an inspector at the New York Telephone Company, were found. The note mentions meeting at Seventy-second Street and Fifth Avenue at 7:45 last night. Police believe the deceased to be Walter Phillips.

New York Fifth Avenue Seventy-fifth Seventy-sixth Streets Walter Phillips Seventy-second Street Sye The New York Telephone Company

Mrs George C Lee III ill in Boston with artery disease

Mrs George C Lee III of Chestnut Hill Boston is seriously ill at home with necrosis of the arteries after several weeks of illness. President Roosevelt has been notified and asks to be kept informed. Mrs Longworth is also advised though she is indisposed and not expected to travel unless her mother’s condition worsens.

Washington Post Boston Mass George C. Lee Alice Roosevelt Longworth Chestnut Hill Roosevelt

President Castro Dying Report From Cable Dispatch

A February cable dispatch from Vice President Gomes reports President Castro of Venezuela near death and doctors having given up hope, relayed to a former Venezuelan cabinet officer in New York.

Cable Venezuela Spec'al Washingtn Post New York Gomes Céntro

Briggs Elected U S Senator by New Jersey Legislature

State Treasurer Frank O Briggs won the U S Senate seat in a joint session, succeeding John F Dryden. James E Martine led the Democratic caucus to back the nominee, while Gov Stokes influenced the result after a tense Republican caucus that produced 22 votes for Briggs.

Aftee Stokes Bradley Jersey West Point Senate Trenton N. J Frank O. Briggs New Jersey John F. Dryden United States James E. Martine Briggs Assemblyman Buck Ackerman Fake Colby Crowthers Middlesex Camden Drake Lillggore Manson Minch Potter Pidgewsy Taylor Avis Cettalls Gibbs Jess Jones Justice Pltnéy Foxton Chaplin Hillery Griggs—Devine Wakel Mr. Briggs Senator Colby Justice Pliney Acker~ Man John W. Griggs William Johnson Martine James B. Martine Woodrow Wilson Princeton University James Smith, Jr Col Stevens Hueson County Eppinger Auf der Haide New Hampshire Phillips Exeter Academy Second United States Cavalry John A. Roebling Sons’ Company Concern Voorhees Republican State Committee

Four Burned to Death in Pelham Livery Fire

A morning storm fire swept through Richard Vaughn’s livery stable and upstairs apartments in Pelham New York, burning four occupants. Mrs Vaughn and her two year old son perished, a colored woman in the Vaughn household was burned in her bed, and stableman Thomas Micky died attempting to save the horses. An unknown man, identified only as a stableman, escaped before losing his life. Police and fire officials investigated the deadly blaze.

Pelham Richard Vaughn Vaughn Vaughns Thomas Micky

Corcoran Gallery Exhibit Showcases American Masters

Washington hosts a major Corcoran Gallery exhibit with seven galleries and the upper atrium featuring new American paintings never shown in the capital. Awards include a $1000 Clark prize to Willard Metcalf for A May Night and silver and bronze Corcoran medals to Benson and Redfield.

Corcorax’ Gallery Ameriead Washington America Corcoran New York National Academy Tine Arts Society Academy William A. Clark Willard L. Metcalf Beaton Charles C. Glover Board of ‘Trustees Corcoran Gallery Frank. W. Benson N. A Salem Mags G. Fischer Howard Redfield Center Bridge The Delaware Sargent Dre. Welsh Osler Halstead Kelley Garrett Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Sargents

Cuba to Have an Army under Magoon Decree

Havana reports Gov Magoon issued a decree organizing a national force from able bodied men aged twenty one to forty five. The permanent army and militia will be under executive authority with four year enlistments and staffing including rural guard and artillery units. Estimated annual maintenance is 1 761 000 dollars. Critics warn the move militarizes Cuba.

Havana Republic Permanent Army Field Artillery Coast Artillery United States Army

William E Corey Returns to New York From Europe

William E Corey president of United States Steel Corp returns to New York aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm II after months abroad He declines to discuss rumors of an engagement to Mabelle Gilman a reported bride from the Gould circle The article notes his planned homeward journey and mentions other social circles linked to him.

New York William E. Corey United States Steel Corporation Mabelle Gilman Frank Jay Gould Helen

Bailey Bailey Bailey in Texas Senate hearing clash

Dramatic scene in the Bailey investigation as Senator J W Bailey and E N Mentz nearly confront during witness testimony. Deputy Sheriff White intervenes to prevent a physical exchange after Bailey accuses a witness of lying. Bailey apologizes to the committee citing irritability from recent weeks. no damaging testimony emerges and Gates is subpoenaed as the panel contemplates its schedule through next week.

Austin Tex Bihney J. W. Bailey E. N. Mentz Houston Legislative Committee Hailey Mentz Representative Coke Bailey Col. Cowart Dalla#1 New York Coke Col Cowart Kirby Lumber Company Cowart Senator Bailey White Waters-Pierce Oil Company A. Clay Pierce St. Louis John W. Gates Port Arthur

Two Steamers In Distress Off Halifax

Unidentified steamer two, one signaling rockets, lies in heavy calm off Halifax Nova Scotia on February 5. Both ships appear disabled and at risk in the severe sea conditions. rescue efforts are hindered by the gale and poor visibility.

Halifax Nova

Thaw Trial Brief Details Insanity Claim and Witnesses

Five witnesses testified including Dr. Wiley and Albert Thaw as the defense pressed insanity as of the night of the tragedy. The district attorney used medical terms to challenge experts while the defense won one point by convincing the jury Thaw was insane that night. Women of the party remained excluded. Thaw briefly spoke with his wife.

C. C. Wiley Pittsburg Albert Lee Thaw Richmond Benjamin Boman Brooklyn Cc. H. Bingaman St. Vitus John E Deemar Thaw Boman Greason Mr. Delmas Gleason Delmas Dr. Wiley War

Steals His Son's Fiancée in Elopement Plot

Spear Fish South Dakota February 5 Miss Jes ele McFarland deserts her fiancé Edwin Jenkins at the altar to elope with his father Charles Jenkins a widower. Jenkins had courted her while Edwin prepared to wed. The ceremony was set for last evening. she did not appear, and the couple reportedly left for the East to marry.

Washington Post Spear Fish S. Dak Jesele McFarland Edwin Jenkins Charles Jenkins Mcfarland South Dakota Jenkins Here Miss McFarland Young Jenkins

Arrests for parlor gaming in Princeton Missouri

Special to The Westington Pass Princeton Mo Feb 4 Thirty two residents including prominent citizens were arrested on information filed by Prosecuting Attorney B F Kesterson of Mercer County for playing cards for prizes. The case cites a Missouri law banning games of chance using cards dice or any device. The crackdown targets gambling houses and social hosts. Maximum fine 200 dollars but penalties may extend to six months in jail because some participants were under age.

Westington Pass Princeton B. F. Kesterson Mercer County Kesterson

Conflict with the Lords looms after Parliament opens

Premier Campbell Bannerman signals grave matters as the Commons may seek to curb Lords voting powers. Lord Newton drafts a bill for a partly elective Lords reconstitution, drawing cross party support amid looming House of Lords reform debates.

Bvendon Campbell-Bannerman House of Lords House of Commons Lord Newton

Insults Crown Prince at Bucharest Lyric Theater

A disturbance erupted during a Bucharest Lyric Theater performance as the crown prince and his wife were present. A woman from the balcony cried out to eject the crown prince’s favorite and pointed to Mrs. G. The police removed the accuser, Mrs. Jarcu, who was remanded after a judge’s examination. The claim of immorality against the crown prince was denied.

Washington Post Bucharest Lyric Theater Crown Prince Mre Jarcu Candiano

Thaw Counsel Feud Shakes Prisoner Defense in Trial

New York reports a courtroom rift as Delmas and four other Thaw lawyers clash over leadership in the murder trial of Stanford White. Witnesses testifying on insanity stir debate, with Delmas and Gleason at odds and a tense conference at Delmas's office.

New York Henry K. Thaw Stanford White Delphin M. Delmas Thaw John B. Gleason Mr. Delmas Charles J. Wiley Pittsburg Br. Wiley Jerome Wiley Gleason Nia Dr. Wiley Thawi Delmas Broadway Thin Mr. Hartridge MecBike O'Reilly Mr. Peabody Thave Yale Club McPike Mercat

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