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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1911
Page
1
Witness testimony ties the victim John O. Schenk to lead acetate and arsenic poisons. Dr Hupp notes the defendant William Wolfe’s comments and the prisoner’s agitation during the day’s key moment. The court proceeding continues with tight attention from spectators and reporters.
Witnesses describe two poisons in John Schenk s system acetate of lead and arsenic as Mrs Schenk allegedly remarks let him die The crowded courtroom at the Laura Farnsworth Schenk trial in Wheeling sees police pushed back by spectators with one woman hospitalized after crowd surges The defense notes her composed demeanor between bursts of testimony as Judge Jordan and Prosecutor Handlan preside over day one testimony including Dr Hupp s revelation of poisoning indicators.
Rear Admiral Schley writes Dr Frederick A Cook a letter praising both parties for near pole claims while noting no collusion. He states neither reached the pole exactly and both deserve honor. Peary declines to comment on the letter. experts question its date and motive in Congress deliberations.
President Capt James F Oyster and 10 directors were chosen in a spirited Washington Chamber of Commerce year end election at Arlington. D J Callahan won first vice presidency with 380 of 419 votes, defeating J Louis Willige who got 239. James F Oyster was elected president unanimously with 583 votes. Directors include Gude Brown Galiber Earnshaw Chipman Prince Crawford Hunt Schutt Graves. detailed counts show varied support and defections among defeated candidates.
Hartford reports George P. McLean will succeed Morgan G. Bulkley as U.S. senator for Connecticut after a Republican caucus vote of 112 to 64. Democrats minority, next Tuesday will finalize the election by the two legislative chambers. McLean, 64, a noted lawyer and wealth figure, secured the nomination unanimously.
Judge aims to close the Schenk case by Saturday night with night sessions if needed. Jury remains isolated at a hotel near the Wheeling courthouse as William Wolfe testifies about Schenk's health after a 1910 trip abroad. Wolfe says Schenk grew ill after returning, defense challenges notes of liquor, and no doctor was seen during the trip. The Schenk party's itinerary included Italian malarial sites.
Callaman named first vice president after a unanimous choice at a spirited chamber election. J Louis Willige, opposing candidate, moved the motion and was cheered as Capt James F Oyster was elected president and Charles J Bell named second vice president. Ten directors were chosen in a record-setting balloting of Washington's commercial organization. Callahan answered critics during the meeting.
United States District Attorney Henry A Wise announces that Secretary MacVeagh accepted the American Sugar Refining Company's offer to settle the drawback duty dispute. A deposit of 700000 was made to cover all civil claims against the company, leaving the government with access to the funds. The hoped total drawback collection via legal action was 865000.
In New York on January 10 J P Morgan postponed indefinitely his overseas trip amid banking disruption. A taxi driver delivered one million dollars in currency from Morgan offices to the Nineteenth Ward Bank branches, distributing funds among them in a show of financial strength.
Boston January 10 a caucus of Democratic legislators is called Thursday to nominate a U S senator to replace Henry Cabot Lodge with the vote due Tuesday January 11 Worcester January 10 former Representative John R Thayer announces his willingness to be the Democratic candidate against Lodge on the condition of unanimous legislative support and no opposition until the end
Seats for 1,000 at the Democratic Jubilee banquet on January 17 have been assigned with 800 Maryland residents and 200 invited guests. So far 189 have accepted. several senators and representatives are slow to reply. Toasts will feature Gov. Eugene N Foss and other notable figures. Harmon is expected to speak at the afternoon meeting.
Bertha Smith, reputed wife of a sick manufacturer from New York, was jailed in Pittsburgh after Secret Service Agent John H. Washer alleged she passed counterfeit money. She resisted answering, had an underskirt stuffed with counterfeit notes, and reportedly once served time in a New York State reformatory.
Cincinnati dispatch reports actress Margaret Illington performing at the Lyric Theater fought a tipsy man who jostled her and tried to wink at her on a city street. Her husband intervened as she delivered several blows before comforting her. She declared no one will harm him.
London on January 10 saw a bulldog guard the dead body of its master as police failed to force entry for hours. A doctor poisoned the dog with meat laced poison after attempts to capture or kill the animal. Police finally entered only after the bulldog was dead, amid ongoing tension with anarchist actions and growing ridicule of the force.
New York cables report the engagement of Lady Barclay, daughter of Sir George Head Barclay the British minister to Persia, to Sir Coleridge Arthur Fitzroy Kennard baronet at Teheran. Kennard, who turns 28 in May, eloped last summer with the wife of Capt James Buckley. American relatives reportedly object to the union.
Returns from the Florida United States Senate primary list W A Blount of Pensacola in front with Jacksonville’s J N C Stockton close behind. M P Bryan runs a short distance back, and most expect Blount to lead when all results are in yet lack a majority under state law, necessitating a second primary between Blount and Stockton.
The Persian government pleads with the world and the American people, blaming Britain and Russia for invasions and base aims. It details loans, foreign troops, and revolts across three provinces, warns of collapse, and vows to defend British subjects if allowed.
Atlanta officer alleges Col W J Scruggs former minister to Venezuela held him during a raid on the Scruggs home to arrest a butler named Robert Lovett. The butler fled after being seized and Lovett later escaped. Col Scruggs admits striking the officer but says the assault was provoked.
SpeciaI to The Washington Fest from Butte Montana reports Dr J 8 Paulding 80 years old inmate of the county poorhouse died by poison after declaring his life span run He claimed he and Clemens were broke and met by a toll bridge with a frog bet claiming he filled the frog with tat The Southern Southeastern Limited train schedule notes Washington to Florida service with Pullman cars dining and compartments.
Today’s issue highlights a contest for judicial posts with women candidates vying for seats, reflecting shifting gender roles in public office and local politics amid a broad election calendar.
Philadelphia reports Benjamin M. Cramp, five, of the William Cramp and Sons shipbuilding family, died of gas poisoning at Pennsylvania Hospital after being found unconscious in a bathroom at his home. His wife, prostrated by the shock, says there was no reason for suicide. Authorities classify it as an accident.
A blaze at the Chamber of Commerce building in Cincinnati’s Fourth and Vine streets caused estimated losses over 1 million dollars. The fire started in the Business Men's Club kitchen during a banquet for 160 prominent attendees. Roof collapse trapped dozens, with about 5,000 people nearby and many firefighters unaccounted. Widespread injuries reported but fatalities initially unconfirmed. nearby offices including the Stock Exchange and railroad offices were destroyed.
Jewish Women of Pittsburgh launch a penny luncheon at Springs Field School to aid poor children. About ten women led by Mrs. Enoch Rau prepared a meal costing one cent per item. Exactly 153 children served. cocoa, hot meat sandwich, banana, and gingersnaps were offered for a penny each.
Dr Paul Burmaster president of the Chicago Antigambling League sues millionaire James A. Patten for 6 million dollars under an Illinois statute. Burmaster says he has no involvement in Patten’s alleged gambling operations but seeks treble damages based on knowledge of a gambling transaction.
The White House hosted 1,350 guests including French Ambassador Jusserand and Mme Jusserand, Cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, and foreign envoys. President Taft and Mrs Taft presided, with Mrs Sherman and others in formal attire, culminating in a grand dance that united diverse circles under American hospitality.
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