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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1908
Page
2
Count Okuma, head of the opposition, is expected to speak at tomorrow's gathering. Reports say the event will likely adopt a lengthy manifesto harshly criticising the government on financial and diplomatic policy and domestic affairs.
Tokyo reports deny Japanese naval administration secrets about the Pacific Fleet. Vice Admiral Balto says no Japanese warships are nearer the U S coast than Yokosuka. Home waters include ships at Yokosuka, Kure, Sasebo and a small force in China and Korea. A training squadron of cruisers sails January 26 with one vessel bound for Colombo via Manila.
The Navy debates Admiral Evang's decision to hold the torpedo flotilla back from the Si Phun River voyage to Buenos Ayres amid suspicions of European influence. The State Department may apologize to Argentina as the plan shifts and the Chicago may pass through Magellan to the Pacific.
A newly fitted lightship No. 8% with steam propulsion departs for California while advancing to call at Pacific ports. Under Capt. M. Trott, the vessel sails from Tompkinsville carrying coal and supplies, eight knots speed under engine power and sail when possible. Commander Howard Simpson is chosen to command the cruiser Montgomery for experimental torpedo work at Newport.
Russian Commander Alexis Diatchkoff tracks the American battleship fleet from port to port around South America. He sought permission to join the ships, was refused, and later traveled by private means to observe the voyage from Rio de Janeiro to New York and beyond. The Navy says no permit was granted and stresses openness with allied nations.
Rio de Janeiro January 18 Rear Admiral Robley D Evans commander of the American fleet praised Brazil for its reception yet, burdened by rheumatism, aims to press on toward Magellan. The fleet plans a 2600 mile voyage to Punta Arenas with ships in regular column despite rumored Strait of Magellan dangers. Midshipman F H Roberts of the Hopkins suffers a fractured leg and is moved to the Vermont. Paymaster W H Doharty of the Missouri is acquitted on absence from duty charges. excitement rises over a race among the twelve oared cutters of the fleet.
A testimonial from Branford Horton of Bristol Wisconsin touts Hood's Pills and Hood's Sarsaparilla as a grip remedy. The patient claims rapid improvement after starting treatment, noting restored strength, digestion, and appetite following a severe grip illness.
Minnesota and Louisiana clashed in a three mile straight course with the Minnesota crew prevailing in a lively contest. About 312000 changed hands on bets as Minnesota’s men secured the win. A liner will race a crew from Inala tomorrow over the same route. Grand Ball at Petropolis honors and social leaders gather at the Crystal Palace hosted by the Diario Club. American officers attend as Rio de Janeiro marks St Sebastian’s feast with bands in the parks. The U.S. Secretary of State extends thanks for Brazilian hospitality and Roosevelt will telegram President Penna.
The fleet heading for the Pacific may head to the Philippines and return via the Suez, with coal supplies built up at Cavite and at home ports. Officials disclosed the plan amid a U S appropriation request, while Taft warned that naval influence in the Orient should be managed carefully.
The Inter-State Club will meet in Chattanooga in June for a distinguished south promoted event. Notables expected include Admiral Dewey President Roosevelt Henry Watterson Fairbanks Justice Brewer and many others. The temporary organization names J C S Blackburn as president and C B E James as secretary with a long list of vice presidents and honorary members including Roosevelt Cleveland Fairbanks and Bryan.
New York detectives arrested five men after a raid on an West 108th Street flat tied to an alleged plan to defraud Hamilton Bank Note Company of 1000 dollars worth Washington Railway tickets. Three suspects were held as suspicious persons. two were released. Names include Richard Wansatt Georges Heas and Dr George M lever. Police say Tebler acted to move tickets to Washington. Two express receipts found for packages sent to Washington. An estimated 426000 worth of tickets may have been diverted to Washington Railway and Electric Company conductors.
Weak kidneys cause widespread sickness and should be treated promptly. Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root is touted as a great kidney liver and bladder remedy with claims of high cures, sample bottles, and free information. The ad urges purchase of regular bottles and notes address in Binghamton New York.
Charles F Tabler and Leo Lucas were arrested in Washington charged with grand larceny for stealing about $1,100 in car tickets from Washington Railway and Electric Company and United Cigar Company certificates from Hamilton Bank Note Company in New York. Police recover about $1,000 in tickets and certificates. Tabler and Lucas confess.
A lighthearted leap year note from Betty Sharp of Chicago sought Frank B. Hanna in East St. Louis for marriage, but after sending the appeal from Virginia Avenue, Hanna’s reply never came and the writer returned to Chicago. The Weather Bureau reports clear to partly cloudy conditions nationwide with temperature swings and coastal winds, while the Navy announces the Newport flotilla’s departure for New York to join torpedo maneuvers at Chesapeake Bay next summer.
A man described as having done very hard work found initial employment in a department store and rose to a manager position with a good salary. He was frightened away when a detective, who had previously met him but did not recognize him, visited on a matter linked to the store. He left for New Orleans around Christmas and remained there until his arrest.
The American Minister to Salvador and Honduras, Mr Dodge, hurried home six weeks after resuming duties. State Department officials explained the move to tend to his ailing father in Europe, with the father reported in very precarious health. A note on page 9 offers $500 in cash prizes and invites participation for the coming weeks.
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