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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
14
Deep Harbors advocates promote a comprehensive waterways program. Aimed at inland navigation, the proposal envisions forty to thirty-five foot channels across the isthmus to connect major harbors. The measure seeks national support to secure funding and private investment for development.
A historical discussion on a broad national canal scheme from Lake Michigan to the upper Ohio, urging improved Mississippi basin waterways and noting potential costs and benefits. It references Knox and Panama Canal comparisons, stressing state and federal roles, economic impact, and the public stake in large-scale river projects.
A fragmented report outlines government efforts and policy aims, mentioning investment, transport, and legal actions. It references New York and Washington, with notes on duties, revenue, and national policy, though many lines are garbled. The piece hints at a broader plan for internal and external energy and infrastructure.
A fragmented 19th century political report describes Scranton, Lackawanna County, and various state figures praising Judge Gray and urging Democratic unity for a presidential nomination. It notes the push by county committees, mentions a coal strike commission, and highlights supporters from Pennsylvania and New York in a national party effort to secure Gray’s candidacy.
Washington February court session revealed letters from Mrs Laura Hamilton and her daughter Pet offering Col Thomas Snell affection and money. Snell spent heavily on women and parties while his fortune neared two million, with findings showing alleged schemes to secure funds and property including a house for the clergyman and gifts for mistresses. The trial features Skelton family testimonies and allegations of betrayal, with Snell’s heirlooms and disputed marriages entering the record.
Former Treasury Secretary Leslie U Shaw says he would like to see J Pierpont Morgan as president arguing Morgan is a big moral man who would put country first and align administration with the nation’s financial leadership though the remark might be misunderstood He notes Morgan would set a calm course and fill his financial niche if in the White House.
Fragmentary OCR notes report an incident involving Mrs Eddy’s associate and a son of Mrs Mary Haker, with vague references to injuries during a weeklong event and a possible old wound reopened. The text also mentions US Government pay and Johanon Bros a coal premium.
Health officials clash with authorities as Marshal Henkell vows to pursue Morse aboard a ship if needed. Jerome’s detectives, agents, and federal informants mobilize. quarantine rules and port procedures threaten a dramatic standoff over a potential warrant.
A US warship is believed stranded near offshore islets off the west coast of South America near Culapigos or Torwuse. A Connecticut figure urged Navy to halt Evans fleet vessels at the island en route from Cato, Peru to Magdalena Bay as orders are prepared for Evans. A lighthouse is reported on one scarcely inhabited island.
Sixty Yaquis aboard a government transport attempted suicide by leaping into the ocean near Sonora while en route to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec and Lacatán. Ten were rescued, six drowned. Survivors say they preferred death to enslavement or plantation labor in Mexico. Reports from Sonora claim over 15,000 Yaquis remain under guard awaiting deportation.
In a brisk start, six equipped automotives and crews prepare to begin the New York to Paris race. Officials expect a long voyage across Alaska and Siberia with steamers carrying machines from San Francisco to Alaska and on to the Far East. Contenders include the Protos, Tomhs, and others, led by Montague Roberts. The start is marked by heavy snow, escort vehicles, and period attire as teams ready to drive to Cheyenne and beyond.
Lisbon February 12 The cabinet resolved not to resend the dictatorial decree issued in Kang Carlos trign uxee era, deeming it an offense to public dignity. The move aroused astonishment as King Manuel received deputations from Lisbon associations and corporations pledging sympathy and support. Genoa February 1 A fascist leader of Portugal who unified the country last evening remained in seclusion at his hotel.
Judge J W G Blackstone of the Eleventh circuit arrived in Richmond as charges of incompetency and neglect of duty surface among hundreds on the Eastern Shore. He met with lawmakers and local representatives, vowing to fight the accusations and denying any need to resign.
Prime Minister Tienry Campbell-Bannerman announced in the House of Commons that two Scottish land bills passed by the Commons last session and rejected by the Lords will be revived and pushed through in three days. The move marks the first time a bill is resubmitted to the Lords within a single Parliament to test the Commons final decision.
The Republican State central committee of Colorado adopted 12 resolutions endorsing Taft administration policies and Secretary of War Latt for president. Gov Buthel presented the measures, and the panel set a state convention for April 2 at Pueblo to pick delegates to the Republican National Convention. Delegates to the Fifteenth Congressional district Republican convention in Joplin Mo were chosen to attend Chicago with instructions for Taft.
In Santiago on February 1 reports say the Chilean cruiser Shacabio left Punta Arenas with the American fleet and passed through the Strait of Magellan toward Tucabuano, with plans for a morning arrival near Valparaiso. The American squadron and Tucaboa are said to attend a presidential review Friday.
Otto Vander alt alias Charles Be Deteher and Monard Watson alias Wichel were arrested in Pittsburgh for a forgery scheme to loot the Mutual National Bank of New York. Police found counterfeit checks, a rubber stamp, letters, and a map of the United States at their hotel rooms. Vanderheit, alias Hoyt, had posed as Albert Hoyt in this city before. one member fled to Washington, D.C. after being detained on a fake note, and a second suspect was later linked to a Parker, Bridge, Co. store passing a worthless check.
San Francisco February report states mining engineer John Bass Hammond underwent appendicitis surgery. He was transported via Seaboard Air Line to Florida and California for recovery. Secretary released a brief condition update noting he is in good spirits and progressing toward a speedy recovery.
Special to The Washington Post reports Massachusetts physician Dr John Dixwell telling the legislature two Supreme Court justices fear burial alive and have agreed to ten tests for life before interment. He did not name the judges but noted ties to Associate Justices Holmes and Moody of Massachusetts.
Thomas Jones a former Post Office Department clerk, aged about 45, with an incurable disease, prepared his death by gas at his New Jersey Avenue Northwest home. He left notes asking his wife to care for their child and stated the coroner's action. His wife found him in a locked room with the gas jets on. The coroner certified death by his own action and a family history noted two children.
Tampa officials and delegates meet to discuss Secretary of State Root's letter urging actions against peonage. Dred Thompson of Tampa and WP Corbett of Jacksonville are noted in the proceedings. A heated debate criticizes the administration and Department of Justice before a motion to refer the matter to the resolutions committee passes.
Sidney Bieber chairman of the board of elections says he is not a candidate for delegate to the Republican convention in Chicago and will focus on duties until primaries in late April. Dr J R Wilder, a colored physician from Columbia, declares he seeks a delegate seat and will vote for Senator Foraker if elected, citing duty to the colored race. He graduated from Howard University’s medical department in 1888.
Senator Foraker issued a statement asserting only about 10 percent of Republicans voted in Ohio’s primary and that Taft supporters dominated a factional state convention. He argued the result misleads and that Taft’s delegation may face contested seats at the national convention amid plans for a state convention on March 2.
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