Taft Welcome Tour In The Deep South Amid Cheerful Greetin
President elect Taft journeyed through Mississippi and Alabama on a South travel stint marked by warm welcomes. Gov Noel accompanied him while Mrs Taft drew attention with gifts and bouquets. A playful moment involved two live possums presented by a passerby, which Taft briefly released before declining to eat them.
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Rev Dr Howell sells Bretton Hall for 2 million
Washington Reuters reports Rev Dr Richard Howell of Washington B C sold Bretton Hall, one of three uptown hotels he bought four years ago for 4 15 million. The buyer, Anderson Price Company, is a syndicate including G Butler Smith Clarence H Fuller and JD Price the lessees. The sale covers two mortgages totaling 1 67 million. Bretton Hall ranks among West Side West Side’s largest and finest new apartment buildings.
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Anderson Price Company
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Turmoil and Voice of Reform at Washington Rally
A chaotic Pageant of quotes and critique unfolds around President Taft and reform advocates. The scene centers on speeches and counterpoints in Washington with references to political tension, labor, and opinions from various observers, including mentions of the Taft administration and reforms.
Ambassadors Bryce and Jusserand Tour Chicago Board of Trade
Special to The Washington Post from Chicago on February 13 reports Ambassador James Bryce of England and Jusserand of France visiting the Chicago Board of Trade. May wheat prices hit a new high as dignitaries observed frenzied trading and discussed crop and grain conditions with local officials and hosts.
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Lock Canal Upheld in Face of Dissent at Panama
Roosevelts Isthmian plan faces strong push to maintain the lock system with Col Goethals asserting the ditch will be ready by 1915. The board of engineers led by Stearns pressed to finish a report favoring continuation of the present construction method despite Bunau Varilla warning of disaster from the Gatun dam work.
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Taft Party Praised Engineers on Panama Isthmus Trip
Arthur F ways chief engineer of the reclamation service praised Panama Canal engineers as creditable. He and the Taft party spent eleven days on the isthmus visiting the Gaiun dam site, with Taft and Mrs Taft joining meals and daily contact. The engineer corps was commended for work that reflects well on the United States.
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Taft Descended From Adams Claim by Victim’s Father
In Fattsburg Pennsylvania on February 13 Stanley Craft, son of Rev George W Pafl, alleged relative of the President elect Taft, said his son was assaulted by Liesro late last night at Willowsburg. The youth was robbed and found unconscious near the Pennsylvania railroad tracks. The father asserted both families descend from Adams.
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Patsy De Forest Wedded in Wellesley to Harold Houston
Miss Bitsy De Forest of Washington married Harold Houston a wealthy New York law student in a secret ceremony at Wellesley. The couple will settle in New York after a few months at the Houston summer home in Takewood NT, as the news leaked last evening.
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Knox Salary Debate Threatens Cabinet Eligibility
Representative Denby of Michigan argues against reducing Secretary of State Knox salary to make him eligible under the Constitution. He warns such a move would set a dangerous precedent, weaken the nation’s highest cabinet post, and compare unfavorably with Taft’s era. He notes the amendment would not cure ineligibility and urges adherence to the fundamental law.
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Pittsburgh Jury Fix Plot Shocks City in Corruption Trials
Two men arrested and seven or eight others sought in Pittsburgh as authorities pursue an alleged plan to corrupt jurors for graft cases involving W W Ramsey and A A Vilsack of the German National Bank and Councilman John F Klein. District Attorney Blakeley says trials proceed, with no disclosed suspects in the juror fix effort.
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Will Now Tell the Wife
New York on February 13 John R Dobbins was arrested in Princeton Missouri on a $3000 duping charge by banker W Bellow. He was taken to Council Bluffs Iowa in custody for trial. his wife, once held with a pistol, accompanied him and was later released.
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Wireless from the Fleet Heads to Meet Atlantic Battleships
Rear Admiral Arnold reports heading from Guantanamo to rendezvous with Sperrys fleet as the Atlantic squadron moves north of Santo Domingo. The Maine Mississippi and New Hampshire form the battleship force while Captain Walling of the Birmingham receives two months leave after an injury and will be relieved by Commander W. Howard.
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Mardi Gran and Southern Airway Travel Rates and Schedules
Mardi Gran routes through New Orleans Mobile and Pensacola offer low fares via Southern Airway. Improved service to Aiken and Augusta adds daily drawing room compartments to Augusta via the Southern. Depart Washington 4 10 P M arrive Augusta 10 10 A M with morning connections to Area and Aiken.
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Manager Ben Hurtig Dead In New York
Eyecuul to The Washington Post reports Ben Hurtig senior member of Hurtig and Seamon died in New York after a tumor illness. Born in Nashville, he rose to prominence as a theatre manager and once ran a Barnum and Bailey side show. Survived by wife Sadie Hurt. Hartford reports Caspar L Simonds, son of former US Patent Commissioner, found dead from accidental asphyxiation in his Hartford room.
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State Officials Nominated at Michigan Republican Convention
Grand Rapids February 13 The Republican State convention has nominated a ticket for Supreme Justices Charles A Blair of Jackson and John W Stone of Marquette regents for the university WI Clements of Bay City and George P Codd of Detroit superintendent of public instruction Luther L Wright of Ironwood member of the board for education William J McKone of Albion
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Albon
Attack on railroads calls for fair return on invested capital
Representative Madden urged Congress to empower the Interstate Commerce Commission to value railroad property nationwide and set rates that yield a reasonable return. He accused the commission of biased reports and argued railroads, as public monopolies, should not guarantee solvency beyond lawful limits. He warned that unequal freight charges harm the public and favor Wall Street.
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Judge orders partitioned living for Aarup couple in same house
Washington Post reports Judge Honore grants an absolute divorce but orders Mrs Aarup and three children to reside in a separate portion of the two story house while Mr Aarup occupies another. The judge designed the plan, including a trap door for meals, keeping the parents apart though under one roof.
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Indictments For Kenner Officials Over Whisker Incident
A federal grand jury indicted Kenner mayor Paul Felix and several associates in a scheme to arm themselves and threaten opponents after the clipping of E A Sullivan’s whiskers at the polls. The case ties to intimidation efforts around the last national election and cites involvement of local leaders along with out-of-state florist firms.
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Turkish Grand Vizier Ousted in Chamber Turmoil
Constantinople February 18 deputies passed a vote of no confidence in Grand Vizier Kiamil Pasha by a large margin after his failure to appear and explain ministerial changes. The Young Turks press for a new premier while London calls the crisis grave as reform forces face strong opposition and possible counter moves.
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Green denies opposition to Sylvia Green Wilks engagement
Mrs Hetty Green says reports of opposition to daughter Sylvia Green's engagement to Matthew Astor Wilks are unfounded and that the engagement speaks for itself. Wilks confirms the match, while Sylvia remains with Mrs Green in Hoboken awaiting the wedding. The piece notes possible revival of an old family feud.
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President Roosevelt Returns Home From Kentucky Trip With Whiskey Gift
President Roosevelt and party return to Union Station after visiting Lincolns birthplace in Larue County. A jug of Kentucky bourbon aged three years, gifted by Gen John B Castleman, is described as nectar. He speaks at stops praising railroad workers and readiness for national defense.
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Widow of General McCook Fatally Injured in Car Crash
New York February 13 A chauffeur Walter Schumann surrendered after drivers said Mrs Leain F McCook widow of Gen Edwin Stanton McCook was struck by a car at Madison Avenue and Seventy Seventh Street. He claimed she stepped in front of the machine and he tried to stop it. Coroner's court set bail at 3000 for Schumann pending the February 17 inquest as Mr Harris, a turf man, is named as the second passenger.
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New tenor Franz a hit as Lohengrin stars rise
The Washington Post reports Franz, a new tenor, has surged to prominence in two Lohengrin performances. The February 13 note says the second show was packed with audiences giving enthusiastic ovations during acts. Directors have raised his salary, while critics compare his ring and power to leading tenors, though more roles and engagements are needed to gauge his true standing.
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Senate Naval Amendment Prompts Old Sampson Schley Clash
The Senate committee on naval affairs inserts an amendment in the naval appropriation bill authorizing a vice admiral on the retired list. The move aims to app int a rival factional contest in the navy and revive the Sampson Schley dispute. Proponents cite Evans’s service while critics fear politicized promotions and cliques influencing Congress. The issue sets up a test in the upcoming Senate debate and potential questions about haste and fairness in promotions affecting the Santiago battle legacy.
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Beef trust cases to be taken up in Chicago by federal officials
Assistant Attorney General Wane Elis and Interstate Commerce Commission special counsel Jum Marke arrived in Chicago to focus on the beef trust investigations. The grand jury and a Standard, Ol case loom, with testimony set to begin next week in Chicago as the inquiry continues. Also notes a Texas bill criminalizing swearing over the telephone and a Baltimore advertisement for round-trip rail travel.
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