19 Feb 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1909
Page
1
A chaotic court scene sees witnesses swear about a rubber pistol cover linked to a crime involving a senator. The defense, led by Gen. Washington, contends the cover was not in the ex-Senator's pocket, and investigators later locate it after cross-examination. The defendant claims include a statement that the son killed Robin with an automatic gun.
Report describes Robin shooting Carmack after which a bystander overheard Col Cooper on the phone saying Robin killed Carmack and that Robin was not badly hurt. The witness details include Robin asking for tobacco and papers and finding a revolver. The interview notes reflect confusion and fragmented dialogue.
The trial pauses as the prosecution rests and the defense seeks a continuance. Testimony details a pistol holster found with Carmack’s clothing, the embalmer’s search, and conduct of Washington and Meeks as they examine garments. Rand claims and a scabbard emerge amid cross examination, with travel notices tacked on at article end.
Witnesses describe revolver handling and possible scabbard details. Gen Washington cross examines as Mrs Eastman testifies Carmack reached for his revolver and Col Cooper spoke to his daughter. Vaughan recounts extracting an automatic pistol near Carmack’s body and Pilcher showing a loaded magazine. Dr Fort details Robin Cooper’s wound and the recovered automatic revolver. The defense plans a lengthy case. the State has many witnesses ready for rebuttal.
Persian revolutionists seized Shas-es-Saltaneh, brother of the Shah, in Resht after his arrival from Europe. A legation circular warns citizens of possible riots in Teheran and urges flag protected refuge. Food shortages rise as bazaars close and unrest increases with nightly murders and robberies in native quarters.
Los Angeles reported wireless contact with Kahua Hawaii last night marking the first such link between the two locations. Operator Blakeney said the connection covered about 2200 miles, demonstrating new long distance radio reach from Los Angeles.
Wireless report pins fleet position at 34 29 N 62 08 W moving 105 knots as it nears Virginia capes. Salem and Chester join the squadron with officials preparing a large dinner for admirals at Old Point Comfort while crowds flock to hotels awaiting the vessels due Monday.
A Great Barrington woman reported missing jewels worth 10 000 after depositing them at the Hotel Collingwood. Night clerk Allen Porter Crosius was arrested after police traced pawned pieces to a Tenderloin pawnshop hidden in his coat sleeve. He confessed to pawning jewelry since losing work.
Norfolk is the home station for many battleships as entertainments for officers and men continue after Norfolk Hampton Roads. A steamer will shuttle crew between Norfolk and Old Point Comfort and a Saturday night sail parade is planned. Admiral Sperry has accepted the Navy League dinner invitation and will speak along with officers including Arnold Schroeder Wainwright and Potter. others will send toasts and topics cover The Fleet Modern Battleship The American Bluejackets Naval Administration Welcome Home. About 300 people are to attend.
A man dressed as a priest entered Newark police headquarters claiming he was robbed of securities worth 375,000 and produced a card for Rev. Charles Poltenek of St Johns Enteppe Sanatorium Alpha. Detectives recovered the satchel with the securities at a restaurant where the thief had sat between 2 and 8 this morning before departing.
President elect William Howard Taft is declared a Mason at sight after a 35 minute ceremony at Scottish Rite Cathedral Cincinnati attended by high Masonic officials from seventeen states and notable locals. The event includes receptions at Plire street home and further initiation activities at Kilwinning lodge and Alma Hotel with Taft dancing at a post ceremony gathering.
In London on February 18 suffragists from the Women's Freedom League clashed with police at Downing Street as they tried to deliver a resolution to Prime Minister Asquith and force entry to the House of Commons. Twenty four were arrested in the morning surge, with further arrests and fines issued as demonstrations continued at Caxton Hall and the police faced persistent protests led by Mrs Despard and other leaders.
Officers from the army and navy, along with dignitaries, filled the White House for the season closing reception marked by bright uniforms and elegant gowns. Notables including Paul Morton, Japanese Ambassador Takahira and Mrs Longworth attended, while the fleet’s arrival loomed as a backdrop to a grand, well attended event with many officials in attendance and the dining supper highlighting the North American conservation delegates and government members.
Ottawa plans a new external affairs portfolio to handle negotiations directly with the United States. Currently Canadian foreign business passes through the British offices and involves two transatlantic steps. The change envisions direct Washington Ottawa communication via the British ambassador as intermediary.
Parkersburg West Virginia February 18 The jury found Mrs Elton Dolan guilty of conspiracy to have a witness killed The verdict followed allegations that she paid Ed Burns twenty dollars to assassinate C M Lima to prevent his testimony against her son in a robbery case The case was reported by the Washington Post
A compact summary from the page noting claims that Cooper says his son killed Carmack along with brief items on a nearing fleet near Hampton Roads and other political and social items including receptions, inflamed rhetoric, local crime notes, and sports results.
In a heated Senate exchange Senator Penrose mocks La Follette with a jab about patent medicines as the Wisconsin leader defends his record amid filibuster accusations. La Follette assails late postoffice bill action and broad committee delays while Penrose retorts with sarcasm and a sharp rebuke.
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