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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
1
New York editor James G. Harvey fears Kentuckian Gov Wilson may lack statesmanlike temperament and could align with political allies. He recalls a long opposition and explains why he, after delaying publication, now publishes a full, cautious statement to inform Democrats seeking a leader in the 1916 contest.
Definite announcement from Woodrow Wilson headquarters says Gov. Wilson has accepted the Imoquois Club invitation to speak at a February 1 luncheon and reception in Chicago. Plans include two mass meetings in the stockyards district and on the north side, with a broader speaking tour to follow through other final cities and into Iowa and Wisconsin.
Harold Parker visiting Prudence Island farm performers a stunt with beans for fun. A white bean wedged in each ear sprouted and grew a sprout up to 11 2 inches long. He was taken to Newport hospital where the sprout and root were removed.
Milwaukee dated dispatch reports Matt J. Regan, once allied with Wilson, accusing Gov. Wilson ally Col Harvey of treachery. Regan calls for unpledged Nebraska delegates and rejects a statewide primary plan, signaling a break within Wisconsin and Nebraska Democratic factions. Omaha Mayor Dahlman hosts officials as Harper’s Weekly editor Harvey’s action triggers a Wilson boom collapse and spurs further party realignment.
Havana reports a conference of President Gomez and veteran leaders reached a understanding to unite behind a policy that would remove any excuse for U S intervention. Knox and state department officials monitor developments as Cuba considers revoking or adjusting the civil service law to quiet veteran demands.
An unknown source hinted at a Black Hand attack on Governor Foss over the Lawrence strike. His Jamaica Plain home was surrounded by armed guards while Italian plainclothes officers patrolled the area for bomb threats. Boston police coordinated with New York authorities to monitor departures for suspicious travelers. Foss said he had no alarm and did not acknowledge threats.
Harvard freshman Randolph L Dugro was locked in a Fairfax Hall room for eleven hours as part of a hazing hoax claiming murder by rival student George McFarland. Dugro, undereSized and distressed, was released at 3 AM after authorities consider an official inquiry.
Special to The Wanttagtop Post from St. Louis reports Gov. Herbert S. Hadley’s portrait, six months in storage, rejected for not making him look amiable enough. Artist Samantha L. Huntley, who hired a Chicago attorney, eyes Missouri courts if no settlement is reached in a few days. The dispute centers on the governor’s ring portrayal.
A natural gas blast collapsed a brick tenement in Cincinnati killing Ida Markus and injuring eleven others while Mary Brock remained missing. Five families lived there totaling fifteen occupants. Fire followed the collapse and rescue efforts spanned two hours as the dead and injured were recovered. The incident disrupted the district as investigators seek the cause and report on surrounding homes.
In Towson Maryland Cardinal Gibbons appeared in court as a witness for the first time in years. He testified in the will caveat case over Joseph Friedenwald estate valued at 4 million dollars alleging insanity as grounds to set aside the will. Friedenwald had bequeathed 2000 dollars to the cardinal and Rabbi Schafer testified Friedenwald was calm and in good health before death.
Police search for Miss Kauffman and N T Locke, high school girl and young book store employee, missing since Tuesday after reportedly going through ice at Chevy Chase. Authorities say caps and muffins found, by C E Kauffman identified as daughter’s property.
Cardinal delivers a warm address describing Pope Pius X as a loving father. In St Patrick's Cathedral six thousand children sing Te Deum asMgr O'Comnell sails the harbor event concludes with praise and fireworks.
A Paris rumor claims J Pierpont Morgan may offer 1 million dollars if the famed Mona Lisa is recovered from the Chevy Chase Lake wreck. Police drag the lake for hours and identify Miss Marguerite Kauffman and Ada Koebler as victims in a double drowning after a skating night ride with Norman Locke.
Believed to be under ice, a 150 by 150 foot area was dragged without success as searches continued for missing youths Miss Kauffman and Locke. The lake dam opened to drain water, night ice covers most of the surface, and a late evening car terminal check showed no return. Miss Kauffman, a Central High School student, was an expert skater while Locke was less experienced. The missing pair had their first skating outing of the season. the family and grandmother Mrs. Henrietta White were devastated by the news.
Index to today’s issue lists numerous items and figures including Watterson Caticlaes Wilson Bryan Leaders Quit Wilson and Cubans Calm Under Threat. It mentions 15,000 at Tee Carnival, Machinists’ appeal to Congress, Meyer for fewer navy yards, and various social, sporting, and public notices. It also notes suicides found in snow and other brief items.
Surgeon General reports banker Charles Morse in Fort McPherson hospital is rapidly sinking due to progressive diseases. Attorney General Wickersham released the findings to the President, noting that removal to Hot Springs would be dangerous and that a commutation or parole may be possible before Morse dies at the hospital.
New York January 1 Capt Barton B Cruikshank of Ogdensburg whose love of military life led him to join a militia died eighteen months ago under the name Donald Douglas. Adjutant General Wa Verbeck identified him, surprising his wife who had insured on him. He confessed and left town perhaps for Porto Rico after his clothes and a canoe found by the St. Lawrence in June 1910 were taken as proof of his drowning.
London reports the projected visit of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and their daughter Princess Patricia to New York. Astrador and Mrs Whitelaw Relé will host a dinner in their honor. Articles stress the visit as a symbol of British American friendship and its potential influence on arbitration treaty passage.
Miss Minnie Cikol fled the house in a wedding gown ahead of a planned ceremony in Wilkes-Barre. The groom Lassimere Olesk canceled the service and arrested his fiancee's sisters on conspiracy charges. He alleges another man is involved.
Theodore Roosevelt spent an afternoon skeeing and making long jumps on Sagamore Hill with his daughter Ethel. They demonstrated sport skill, each achieving several six foot jumps as onlookers noted their ease and enthusiasm.
Twinkling lights and sprightly music by a section of the Marine Band add gayety to an impressive carnival scene. Police limit skating to 3000 at a time. Weather permits may allow a repeat tonight.
The skating carnival committee thanks The Washington Post for cordial support essential to the event. Grateful also to Col Spencer Cosby superintendent of public buildings and grounds for cooperation and to donors who funded the carnival. Erns t C. Meyer, Jerome Conner, Wm. B. Hudson.
A vast throng gathered along the Potomac to the Tidal Basin last night for a festive carnival in winter settings. Skaters, costumed revelers, and hundreds of spectators filled the area, with police restricting skating as crowds swelled. Despite excitement and music from the Massne Band, many could not access the ice as preparations were overwhelmed by the turnout.
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