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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1909
Page
10
The Cooper and Sharp trial is postponed to tomorrow after witnesses testify about a rubber pistol cover and its odd association with the ex-senator case. The defense asserts the cover was not in the senator’s pocket when the killing occurred and later claims it was found by General Washington during cross examination.
Witnesses recount a violent incident where Robin killed Carmack and Robin, wounded, asks for tobacco and papers from his coat. A revolver is found in his overcoat and a bullet pierced the sleeve without injuring him. Col Cooper’s telephone chatter confirms updates to Mrs Burch via his daughter.
Adjournment delays defense in the Carmack murder trial as prosecutors rest. Testimony centers on a pistol holster found in overcoat pocket and the embalmer’s search of clothing. Observers note earlier conferences and subpoenas, with the defense awaiting witnesses while the state probes conspiracy elements.
Testimony detailed revolver handling and a scabbard illusion as Gen Washington cross-examined a witness over Carmack's shooting. Dr Fort testified Robin Cooper was wounded, a revolver found on him, and Col Cooper discussed the assassination with his daughter.
Persian revolutionists have seized Sha es Saltaneh Shas es Saltaneh the Shahs brother who arrived from Europe and is held for ransom. A circular warns citizens to lower flags and seek refuge at legations in Teheran amid rising unrest. Bazaars close pushing up food prices as murders and robberies increase nightly.
Los Angeles reported wireless contact with Kahua Hawaii last night marking the first time the two points 2,200 miles apart were in contact. Operator Blakeney stated the station in Los Angeles was connected with the Kahua station, establishing a long distance link with Hawaii.
Wireless message from Fire Island reports the fleet under Rear Admiral Sperry at 34 deg 29 min N 62 deg 8 min W moving at 105 knots toward the Chesapeake, expected to reach Hampton Roads by Monday morning. Salem and Chester join the force as crowds flood Old Point Comfort. Seaman Hart of the New Hampshire drowned after falling overboard. The Yankton sails to Washington while North Carolina and Montpelier await at the roadstead.
A New York report details a $10,000 jewelry theft from Mrs. J. R. McComb at the Collingwood Hotel in Great Barrington and a police probe. Crolius, a night clerk, confessed after pawning pieces and concealing the rest in a coat sleeve. He planned to sail to Europe next day.
Norfolk hosts entertainment for officers and enlisted men as half the battleships are based there. A chartered steamer will provide free transport between Norfolk and Old Point Comfort for sailors. A Saturday February 27 night parade is planned, and a large Navy League dinner with Admiral Sperry expected to attend features toasts from key officers and prominent speakers. About 300 people will attend the dinner, with wives invited. A Luxurious Train advertisement ends the item.
A man dressed as a priest claimed to be robbed of securities worth 37500 at a Newark restaurant. He produced a card for Rev Charles Poltenek director St Johns Enteppe Sanatorium Alpha N J. The satchel with securities was later found intact at the restaurant. Detectives traced the incident to a table where two women and a man had been seated.
President elect William Howard Taft was formally declared a Mason at sight in a 35 minute ceremony at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Cincinnati witnessed by high Masonry officials from seventeen states and dignitaries including Alphonso Taft. The event followed by private and social functions with C P Taft hosting visiting Masons at the Taft home and Alma Hotel. A later initiation at Kilwinning lodge added to the day’s honors with Yale University naming him an honorary member. Cabinet talk with Hitchcock followed.
Women of the Women's Freedom League clash with police on Dowing Street and near the House of Commons as Mrs Despard leads a bid to deliver a resolution to Prime Minister Asquith. Arrests total 24 in the morning, with more detentions and protests continuing amid broader suffrage agitation in London.
At the White House last night the closing social event of the administration drew the largest and brightest crowd of the season. Uniformed officers and elegant gowns, flags, and a festive mood filled the rooms as diplomats, Supreme Court members, and cabinet officials mingled. Paul Morton attended, Ambassador Takahira brought his daughter, and the North American conference on conservation was among supper guests.
Ottawa announces plans to create an external affairs portfolio and handle United States negotiations directly rather than through Britain. Current practice routed through British offices, with papers crossing the Atlantic twice. future talks to be between Washington and Ottawa via the British ambassador.
Parkersburg West Virginia reports Mrs Elton Dolan found guilty of conspiring to have witness C M Lima killed. Prosecutors allege Dolan paid Ed Burns twenty dollars to ensure Lima would not testify against her son, charged with robbery.
News item reports a claim by Cooper that his son murdered Carmack amid a busy slate of national events including maritime movements near Hampton Roads and remarks by Mr. Taft. The page notes police actions and political tensions surrounding suffrage, diplomacy, and labor policy, with coverage of a tobacco trust report and a canal libel case.
Senator La Follette and Senator Penrose clash over postoffice budget delays and legislative process. La Follette denounces late, bundled bills while Penrose mocks his lectures, calling for sharper scrutiny of committees and speedier action on federal measures.
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