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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1910
Page
1
A boilerroom explosion on the destroyer Hopkins off San Diego killed and gravely injured crewmen during a test. Heroic efforts by sailors saved others as flames and scalding steam swept the compartment, prompting a court of inquiry and recalls of prior incidents aboard the vessel.
The Paik brothers plan a 30 story hotel at the southeast corner of Market and Madison streets. They request a city council adjustment to the building code to allow a higher structure. The hotel company head says Woosteult will address the Buildings Committee to seek regulatory changes. Plans show a height of 60 feet plus, with provisions for future growth, and the project aims for a modern white exterior.
A claimed discovery of a thousand mile canal on Mars is reported, attributed to Professor Percival Lowell at Flagstaff Observatory. The sighting allegedly shows a canal formed between May and September, with Lowell and W Burnham noting photographic evidence and rapid development.
A head on collision on the Georgia Southern and Florida railroad 19 miles south of Macon results in eight deaths and about twenty injuries. Among the dead are A R Johnson of Macon and Conductor Dupree of Kathleen. The northbound train allegedly ran by orders near Bonaire causing the wreck. wreckage included two locomotives and several cars. Rescue crews faced difficult extrication.
Former Vice President Fairbanks and his wife visited Berlin, meeting Emperor William and dining with the American Ambassador. Guests included Moltke, Beseler, the Japanese ambassador, and German officials as they toured and hosted events in the German capital.
London reports Prime Minister Asquith announced cabinet reshuffles, with few new appointments. Key moves include Samuel J. Pease as postmaster general, Herbert Samuel as home office undersecretary, and Alexander William Vorray succeeding Pease as chief whip. The changes aim to secure safe seats and maintain party support amid financial strain and Labrador uncertainty.
Boston readers react to James II Stark of Dorchester for criticizing Revolutionary heroes in Loyalists of Massachusetts and the Other Side of the Revolution. The Dorchester Historical Society founder claims many signers were bred to trade and questions Adams Hancock Franklin and others with sharp, controversial character assessments.
Special to The Washington Post Red Hawk New Jersey February 14. George Truax a carpenter was shot and killed at home in Humson New Jersey today by his wife who then turned the revolver on herself and fired four bullets into the victim dying shortly after noon. The shooter Mia Truax had suffered brain trouble. The couple had two children.
Mrs Morgan wife of the American consul general to Sweden arrives in New York for a few days en route to Washington where she will be the guest of Mrs Taft for several weeks. She will be followed within a month by her two children.
A Negro man, Nickens, sought a hospital permit and was found to have a malignant disease, later identified as smallpox. He entered the District building, was exposed to staff and visitors, and was removed to the smallpox hospital by ambulance. Officials say transmission is unlikely but precautions remain as seven cases are quarantined.
The Managua crisis escalates with hundreds ready to back Estrada if government forces falter. Executions and a shooting death inflame streets as De Savigny protests bombardment plans, while Chamorro seeks to reopen peace talks and American consular aid arrives in Matagalpa.
More than 100 members relatives and friends attended the Germania Maennerchor Masquerade Ball at National Guard Armory last night. Doors opened at 8 20 pm and within fifteen minutes the hall was crowded with costumes. Revelers danced past midnight after removing masks and enjoying refreshments in the lower hall.
J Lynn Yeagle, head of the Anti Food Trust League, spoke at the Typographical Temple, detailing inflation effects on workers and the league’s efforts to reduce food prices. A resolution denounced the Loewe & Co verdict against United Asters of North America in the Druisgt case.
Billy Lehmann known as Billy Lehmannetter to fans, a gateman at the American League park, lies dangerously ill at his home, 15 Ninth Street southwest. His lung condition has worsened and recovery seems doubtful. Lehmann has held a position at the vase gate for years and toured the country with the Washington team, with wide acquaintance across society. A sudden decline in his health occurred last night.
Portland Maine February 14 Former President Roosevelt may lead an American Antarctic expedition. Prof Donald B Bio Miltlan, a science member of Commander Peary’s north pole party, says the plan discusses his leadership and the probable members.
Miss Vivian Harris aged 17 of First Street Northwest was thrown from a car in the White Lot shortly after 10 PM. She injured her face and shoulders and was taken to Emergency Hospital. A male companion Lea Gier of 109 Fourteenth Street Northwest and a small party were returning from the Midway opening when the auto skidded struck a curb.
Secretary Heike of the American Sugar Trust must stand trial on March 3 on indictments charging him and other company employees with conspiring to defraud the government by under weighing imported sugar. The court ruled Heike not immune and instructed a formal verdict to dismiss immunity claims.
Madison Wis Feb 14 At the Wisconsin Agricultural Experiment Association meeting a prize winter wheat sold for 6 a bushel at auction Barley brought 30 a bushel and oats earned 1 a bushel A single ear of corn brought an unspecified amount.
Joseph G Cannon urged the House to adopt a procedure empowering the responsible majority to shape policy. He spoke as a gentleman from Illinois, warning that authority must rest with those who carry the majority will. A river and harbor bill extension was discussed as part of the broader legislative plan. The note of international arbitration involving the United States and Venezuela also circulated among officials and press.
In a chaotic scene at John Kodopa cafe in Brooklyn a burglar attacked patrons and was stabbed as police attempted to restrain him. The event prompted a tense standoff and a report on the dangers of crime near commercial districts.
Mary Donnelly, a trained nurse at Dr Harrison fashionable sanitarium in Wintestone Land, was attacked at 2:30 am by Joseph Smith, a former employee who was said to be in love with her. He entered her room with an iron poker, fled after a commotion, leaving Donnelly with a severe scalp wound and bruises. She was taken to Trusting Hospital. Smith remained at large.
Grand jury action in Kansas City probes how witnesses may be compelled to testify and later depositions in the Swope case. Nurses and others subpoenaed, judge declines to halt summons. Dr H Jorian to be questioned as another inquiry begins.
Special to The Wassington Post reports thieves from the south robbed The State Bank of Turtle Whites southeast of Dodge City at 2 a.m. They used nitroglycerin to blow the safe and chest, securing 370 dollars after gaining entry through a rear window. The robbers escaped by car after disabling lines.
Thirteen stitches were needed after a dog owned by Miss Ethel Thompson bit her while she tried to kiss the animal. The dog attacked as she leaned over a couch in the dining room, tearing the lower lip and left cheek with a severe laceration.
William Caton a 66 year old fire engine driver with 22 years service died after the No 1 engine ran over him on Ninth Street near Potomac Avenue Southeast. He neglected to strap in his seat in a haste to reach a blaze at 130 First Street South. Firemen attended him. an ambulance arrived, but he died shortly after being loaded into the vehicle. He is survived by his wife and four children. The engine continued to the fire, struck a lamp post, nearly overturned, and horses were controlled after the accident.
Special to The Washington Fest from Gaheston Texas reports revolutionist Prexedix Guerrero leaping from a third story hotel window to escape pursuit by Mexican secret agents in a one week bust across the country. Two associates were captured along with papers outlining another plot against President Diaz and six percent Mexican figures with coded roles. The Mexican government alerted Washington, aiding the chase. a $100,000 reward is offered for Guerrero. Roosevelt sails for Europe tomorrow to await African arrival of his former wife’s companion.
Dramatic testimony in the Ballinger affair sees ex land agent Glavis deny accusations of hiding documents in a Seattle grand jury room. Witnesses applaud as Vertrees cross examines, revealing letters and copies tied to the federal inquiry into government conduct and discrediting prosecutions.
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