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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1906
Page
10
A reform drive accuses present trustees of extravagance and graft and calls for remedial legislation. The committee backs mutualization of current stock companies. Odell and Depew are singled out for criticism.
The New York legislature is urged to enact eight bills from the Armstrong investigation to reform life insurance. Proposals include mutual corporations with no capital stock, 500 subscribers for a $1,000,000 fund, policyholder control of management and elections, removal of existing directors, prohibition of insurance fund investments in stocks except municipal public stocks, and disposal of prohibited securities within five years. Also calls for annual accounting, elimination of lobbying, and strict limits on new business for large companies. The report details election procedures, listing policyholders, proxy rules, and voting rights to empower policyholders, aiming for a clean start across mutuals and stricter oversight. The 319-page report also criticizes the insurance department for insufficient oversight and calls for stronger legislative remedies.
Detectives in New York and London search for Miss Hensie Bradley an Englishwoman of good family who disappeared December 26 as she prepared to board a White Star liner in New York. Last seen at Grand Central Station she was en route to Liverpool. She stayed with Henry Bradley in Dobbs Ferry after arriving in November to visit brothers. Her parents in Lincolnshire England report delays in her safe arrival.
Seattle report notes Maj. Bradlee Strong, an American, arrested in Shanghai around January 20. Shanghai Times says Detective Inspector McDowell led the arrest on a charge of obtaining goods by false pretenses. Court action likely at the American Consular Court.
Mrs Cora Carpenter of a prominent family in Tilda Ohio is arrested on accusations of plotting to wreck a Pennsylvania freight train and a fast passenger train in consecutive nights. Grover Bachman, twenty, confessed to aiding the freight wreck and outlined a plan to share a reward for betraying him. Carpenter denies the charges after long questioning by police.
In New Orleans on February 22 the carnival season advances with the Knights of Momus parade marking the sixth night of events. Hailroads report heavy traffic and crowded hotels as Admiral Dickins hosts a reception aboard the battleship Texas. Momus observes his thirty sixth city entry with seventeen floats followed by a ball at the French Opera.
In Arcadia Florida on Friday February 22 a court battle arose as C E Harrison for Isaiah E Cooper sought to bar the execution of Cooper who is condemned to death for the Punta Gorda marshal murder three years ago. The defense argued Governor Broward lacked authority to issue a new death warrant without resentencing and arraignment.
New York Feb 22 Mr Witchell indicated a potential strike tied to the coal situation saying he did not know if it would involve the anthracite region. He urged readers to draw their own conclusions about the scope of any action. The note follows Pittsburg remarks on the emergency.
Berlin February 22. The Reichstag passed the government's proposal to extend reciprocal tariff rates to the United States until June 30, 1907 by a large majority. The vote split mainly along nationalist and conservative lines. Chancellor von Buelow argued the measure protects German industry from American tariffs while acknowledging U.S. exports would suffer. Root's note to Ambassador Sternburg emphasized mutual desire for friendly commercial ties and a long-term basis for mutual commerce. Several party leaders voiced support varied by stance on free trade and protection. The amendment to limit the scope failed, and the bill passed its second reading.
In Kansas City on Washington's Birthday, Gov Joseph Folk of Missouri addressed the Kansas Democratic Club urging action against graft and monopoly grafters. He criticized protected pricing and unjust discrimination as child of greed and oppressor of the people.
Chicago Feb 22 Secretary of War William H Taft spoke to Union League Club urging strong support for both army and navy. He warned against undercutting military efficiency noting pensions reveal defense gaps. He argued for a small regular force, a robust reserve, and state militia to back Washingtons warnings on national defense.
Johns Hopkins commemoration features Secretary Bonaparte who argues the United States must fund a powerful navy to secure peace and national rank. He urges sustained public support and open, fair criticism of naval policy, warning against underfunding and idle delays.
Luray Virginia February 22 Capt R S Parka senior counsel for Lester Ruffner on trial for the attempted murder of cousin David Ruffner collapsed during late hour argument in Page County Circuit Court A physician was summoned and he was carried from the courtroom The day featured defense testimony and prosecution rebuttal Ruffner testified about shooting his uncle Isaac Ruffner and the subsequent killing of the uncle's son David Ruffner during fox hunting in the Massanuttan Mountains on November 26 1906
In Shreveport Louisiana on February 22 funeral services were held for Margaret Lear allegedly murdered and brutalized by Charles Coleman a Black man. Sheriff Ward requested additional troops and militia from Leegville heads to the city by special train. Governor Blanchard was asked to come, amid rising feverish excitement. Auction notices for antique furniture and related items appear from Brown Tolson with sale times listed.
A Denver story says a letter from the Western Federation of Miners headquarters inspired detectives to prosecute prisoners charged in Gov. Steunenberg's murder. The missive allegedly directed the assassination and referenced other crimes. Details include Moyer, Haywood, and Pettibone as planners with Orchard and Simpkins central. a $1,000 reward for J. Simmons. visits to Coeur d’Alene. and alleged preparations in Denver and Southern Idaho.
In Conn at Mocsup the Aldrich Manufacturing Company moved to evict seven to eight hundred tenants occupying its seventy tenement houses after notifying them to return to work within thirty days or vacate. The elderly residents have spent lifetimes in those homes as the strike escalates.
The appellate division will decide whether a niece’s marriage to her uncle is void. At the time of the 1881 contract there was no state law banning such unions. A 1893 act voided these marriages but is not retroactive. Jennie Weisberg seeks a ruling that her 1891 marriage to her mother's brother Morris Weisberg was invalid.
James Mulligan narrowly escaped being buried alive after a funeral procession headed to the church. A groan from within and a smashed casket glass led to the casket being opened, revealing Mulligan conscious after a three day trance.
A Chicara stock company performance in Linton Indiana ends in panic when a revolver is fired striking Miss Pearl Elvin in the calf. The shooter escaped, identity concealed. Elvin's wound is described as not serious.
A spectacular fire destroyed the largest San Francisco Gas and Electric substation on Stevenson Street early today, plunging the city’s business district into darkness. Electrical service failed, elevators stopped, and telegraph and phone companies were disrupted. the examiner used its own plant to publish. Loss may reach 500000 dollars.
Thirteen year old Lillian Thornman confessed to placing the three year old on a hot stove while the mother was away. She stated the act was done because the devil was in her and admitted burning three other children similarly. She was arrested and jailed.
A Senate debate centers on Senator Knox bill offering court review of Interstate Commerce Commission decisions. Knox explains motives amid Hepburn bill controversy, noting aim to clarify constitutional review while seeking a possible compromise in committee. Supporters cite need for accessible court review as Senate experts debate prospects and party alignments. CONTINUED ON FOURTH PAGE.
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