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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1908
Page
36
A public entertainment in Sunderland England ends in disaster as a deadly crush packs the gallery and stairways. Sixteen children are crushed to death and many more injured as families crowd for seats. Ushers and police rescue efforts are overwhelmed while panic spreads through the hall.
In Zion City a woman was arraigned on a complaint accusing her of shooting Arthur Nichols at the courthouse after an alleged violent struggle. She argues the act stemmed from an insane impulse to protect herself as Nichols rode a horse and struck her. Nichols, aged thirty five, had prior family ties. the case references a move by their followers from a former group led by a local seer to Zion City.
A levee worker and his wife near Bougere were shot after a dispute over wages. Hare opened fire, wounding Harris and missing Pollet. Harris died from his injuries soon after. police captured Hare as the investigation continued. The couple had been connected to Shreveport residence prior to the incident.
In the Seventh Indiana District Republicans urge Taylor for the gubernatorial nomination and strongly endorse Willim L Taylor for the presidential nomination. The endorsement memo seeks party unity and support for the 111-Republicans in the district.
New Orleans January 11 Pearl Wight confirmed he declined the post of Commissioner of Internal Revenue offered by President Roosevelt Earlier he would have accepted if he could settle his affairs in New Orleans He said the financial stringency now requires his full attention to his Louisiana interests.
New York January 11 Charles J Jackson forty five a actor and nephew of Joseph Jefferson committed death by his own action in his hotel Gerard room. He had been out of employment eight months and despondent after failing to memorize his part lines. He was the son of Cornelia Jackson sister of Joseph Jefferson and a former prominent actress.
Miss MAS Gibb, 19, wounded by a bullet at Cedar Run Farm near Calverton, Virginia. The injured woman was rushed to Providence Hospital in Washington accompanied by her husband as doctors probe the abdominal wound. She is a prominent figure in the Cominion Society and Hunt Club.
James Arthur Kemp bound for Washington under U S marshal after surrendering in New Orleans. He pleads not guilty to embezzlement charges tied to funds he is accused of misusing. He vows to repay every cent and claims plans to clear his name. The case hinges on custody and possible transfer to federal authorities.
Special to The Washington Post from Amityville N Y Jan 11 Oscar L Darling civil engineer and inventor welcomes a son born today to his wife who has now given birth to 27 children in two marriages His first wife Hannah Smith bore fifteen children and died in 1864 ten of those children survive in 1886 His second wife Catherine P Hamilton has just delivered her twelfth child removing to a new ticket office for Southern Railway at 905 F St and new offices on Pennsylvania Avenue for ticket sales as part of service improvements in California route updates
Attorneys for the Standard Oil Company filed a petition in the U S Circuit Court of Appeals seeking to certify to the Supreme Court a question about the Elkins law and its validity. The oil firm was fined 20240 in a separate case and argues the Hepburn bill repealed the Elkins act. The petition aims to align its appeal with the Great Northern Railroad case now before the high court. The appellate judges have the matter under advisement.
About 200 newsboys attacked police near Boston American newspaper offices after a strike action. Three officers and a bystander were seriously injured while papers were torn and strewn. Union leaders planned a Central Labor Union meeting to address the incident.
Nearly 700 miners confront a half mile gauntlet of pickets as the Goldfield district sees about 200 new workers report to mines. Former Western Federation members lead the strike action to sway nonunion miners, while the active area endures repeated demonstrations and cautious returns to work.
In Omaha an alleged poet and actor From Chicago Visscher Lightfoot Witham wounded Patrolman F H Dillon during an arrest for disorderly conduct. Dillon attempted to place the man in a patrol wagon when shots were fired.
Joseph Disorgio, head of a banana import firm, says a $10,000 reward hangs over him as two Italians and other suspects are arrested in Cleveland in connection with the dynamiting of his home. Authorities say a conspiracy involving Antonio Lanasa, Lanasa & Co, and Jamaica 있는 figures triggered threats and alleged attempts to murder. Monteleone was tied to the case as officers close in on the ring, amid rival faction tensions and alleged weaponing of the plot by New York and Jamaica links.
An unidentified man believed insane frightened women and children in Orange Township. A posse formed to capture him yesterday. he evaded the pursuers but tried to cross the Chagrin River and drowned. His body was recovered today near Cleveland.
On a crowded cross-town street car on Fourteenth Street New York two men Glova Giano and Casino Polomena Folomenc allegedly of the Black Hand fought with a pistol and knife prompting a panic. A witness fired three shots. no one was hit. Both men were arrested and Giano charged with assault while Polomena postponed his trip to Europe to testify.
A sensational Decatur case reveals Richard Snell contesting a 19th century will of mill owner Snell alleging lavish gifts to women. Depositions include letters credited to Rev BA Hamilton and a clashing of church and family lives, with statements about a minister’s wife and a Bloominton home staff under scrutiny.
New York City clears the first time since the money string, showing reserves wiped and a surplus above the 25 percent requirement of over 6.08 million dollars. The Clearing-house statement sparks cheers on Wall Street as cash returns, hinting at early retirement of certificates and financing for postponed projects. The November deficit of 9.5 million marks history and the rapid return of hoarded funds ends monetary restraint.
New York County Republican committee meeting January 18 will decide on endorsing Governor Hughes for the presidential nomination. A favorable vote would launch Hughes’ boom and mobilize Taft opposition, while delays signal continued control by Hughes allies and risk alienating potential supporters. Secretary Taft and Cortelyou visit New York as strategists plot influence. Cortelyou’s Hamilton Club address and Taft’s public stance fuel the political debate.
Senate subcommittee plans early hearings into the public school situation in the District as former Superintendent Chancellor faces dismissal. Senator Burkett indicated investigations would be public, with Chancellor to testify and the board defending its actions as a square deal. Chancellor’s attorney offers full data, while Chancellor himself contemplates legal action against the board.
Judge S Gross, of the United States District Court, opines Roosevelt may be overideal but urges balance. He warns against excessive ideals in a commercial age and stresses aligning dreams with practical steps. Includes florist and railfare notices and travel ads from sources in Washington and New York.
Secretary George B Cortelyou addressed the Hamilton Club in Brooklyn at a dinner marking Hamilton’s era and Washington's legacy. He praised Hamilton’s central bank idea, argued that fearless differences of opinion can coexist with patriotism, and recalled Hamilton’s public service and financial reforms.
The report that Secretary Taft would be nominated on the first ballot at Chicago was deemed authentic by observers. Roosevelt believes the Ohio man has shown strength in the canvass, while Cortelyou remains in the background, declining to discuss political plans. Politicians across the country continue to visit the White House to seek the President's views and confer on Taft’s prospects.
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