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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1912
Page
1
The article outlines a heated district crusade against a proposed True Consideration Bill and a universal transfer plan for power. It references lawmakers, committees, and the push by real estate interests to influence tax policy and valuations in Washington with talk of half fare considerations and estate transfers.
Lanbory Conn reports a drunken or sleepy field farmer near Norwalk mistook a railroad crossing for a road main highway. He halted trains including the Pittsfield Express, caused track delays and disarrayed schedules as his wagon and horses became entangled on trestles over the St. River until a locomotive and wrecking crew freed them.
A report suggests Roosevelt may travel abroad soon depending on progress in Mrs Roosevelt’s recovery. Physicians reportedly recommended a trip to aid her health, with Col Roosevelt possibly joining for a two month period if she improves and the voyage proves suitable.
Oscar Krueger of New York was granted an unconditional pardon by President Taft after nearly a year of an eighteen month sentence for mailing an obscene letter. An investigation concluded the handwriting differed from the prisoner’s, undermining the conviction. The pardon followed a Department of Justice review and the district attorney’s recommendation.
Albert Smith of Otis slipped from a hay mow and fell ten feet, impaled on a bull horn in a barn. The horn pierced his right side, four ribs were broken, and his wife heard the crash. Dr Hackett, summoned by telephone, left Lee and braved storm and snow to reach Smith just in time. Smith was saved and will live.
Joseph Perrone king of the Mafioso was sentenced to death in Sing Sing for wife murder. He attempted suicide aboard the death train by swallowing jagged tin and later slashed his throat with a broken watch during court. Guards prevented further self harm as witnesses froze under the shock of the case.
Witnesses describe alleged price fixing by Chicago butter and egg board members and Elgin board of trade officials. Testimony details brokers moving from Chicago to Stein and fixing prices, with government seeking to show dealers manipulated markets. Reports note broad increases in beef, lamb, poultry, cheese, potatoes, butter, and vegetables, while egg prices may fall.
A Berlin annual diplomatic reception hosted by Emperor William and Empress Augusta Victoria drew American guests including Mrs Henry Wood of Baltimore Mrs Burton French Miss Gladia Waterbury of New York Mr and Mrs Price Colter and Miss Collier of New York Mrs Harry Devereaux and Miss Devereaux of Cleveland and Lady Hadfield sister of George W Wickersham Attorney General Mrs Henry G Chilton and a daughter of Thomas J Brien also attended Countess Dolph Montgolas Julia Hazel Une of Grand Rapids and Rich Her husband first secretary of the German embassy at Tokyo were among those present, reflecting a cross Atlantic guest list.
Cape action at Santo Domingo near the Haitian frontier leaves heavy losses on both sides. Rebels claim the provisional government is dictatorial and incompetent, with widespread public disapproval. Elections set for February 6 may be manipulated. A general uprising is anticipated.
Special to The Washington director. January 19. After hours in a cornfield in freezing weather, a hunting dog guarded his master’s body. The dog barked, drawing a search party’s attention. Walter Kuetz, the dog’s owner, is believed to have fallen and suffered a skull fracture and concussion.
A blast near the government printing office caused by gas and escaping electrical wires shattered windows and knocked people from the street. The iron manhole cover was flung thirty feet, injuring no one but stunning many as gas leaked through a North Capital Street conduit. RW Metz shut off power to prevent further damage. Nearby negocios at 7 North Capitol and 73 North Capitol suffered broken windows.
Portland, Jan 19 Three men died when the boiler of the river steamer Sarah Dixon exploded four miles south of Kalama. The pilot house tore away from the superstructure, and nine persons were rescued from the sinking vessel. Captain Fred Stinson, Mate Arthur Monteal, and a deckhand perished.
Special to The Washington Post Morgantown January 18 1925 Harry W Ling of Wheeling withdrew his name from consideration for WVU captaincy after three elections tied with Carl Bachman of Wheeling for the role. Ling charged the controversy over tactics used by the police in the selection process.
Julia Stemate, 25, daughter of a miner from Oakdale, recounts being abducted by two men who forced her to accept marriage, tied her to tracks in cold weather for 12 miles, and freed as a train approached. She described seeing phantom trains and escaping with help from her captors. A constable investigated and she stayed with Mrs Malone before returning home.
President Taft told New Haven executives that the administration will enforce the antitrust law and resist harsh treatment of business while seeking prosperity. He defended cabinet and monetary reforms, urged tariff board continuation, and warned against socialism, noting faith in Americans to choose rightly. The speech, before a large gathering, covered railroads, trusts, currency, and recall of judges.
Treasury rulings favor state banks and trust companies to be called United States depositaries for postal savings and government funds. Officials in Washington praise the move as fair, arguing state institutions with strong boards and regular examinations are as qualified as national banks to hold public money. Eldridge Jordan of United States Trust and Hober N Harper of district National Bank contest the change will broaden deposit access and curb disparities.
A man and woman from the Fuss family became involved in a street incident near 1219 FE street northeast as a two year old chased the husband with a revolver. Mrs Fuss fired twice, no injuries reported, pedestrians ducked for cover and police from the Ninth precinct joined the search as the couple reportedly fled after the clash in a tense chase through the area.
Taft era district bills pass as lawmakers reconcile positions. Editorial notes focus on governance reform and fiscal policy. Government actions loom over local business interests and public notices appear alongside society and sports briefs.
Special to The Washington Fast reports a terrier owned by Mrs Mar E Cotter at Bridgeport alarmed residents, woke Edward Cotter and others as a basement fire broke out. Teddy leaped onto his master’s bed and led the youths to safety, helping alert others before firefighters saved the building from about $1000 in damage.
Probate papers reveal Mrs Caroline Le Roy Bonaparte's will dated 1871 bequeaths about 4000 in stocks 3500 jewelry 290 furniture and 150 cash to four children and other heirs. Sister Mary De Salex voids claim while daughter Mary Constance Edgar renounced. Executors include Charles J Bonaparte Newbold Le Roy Edgar Jerome Napoleon Charles Bonaparte. jewels once owned by King Joseph Bonaparte of Westphalia go to Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte.
Newsman Marie Watterson arrives in Washington with hints of exclusive Harvey Wilson controversy while Col Harvey and Gov Wilson supporters gather. McCombs speaks for Wilson camp, denying new details and urging restraint as discussions unfold about the memorial commission and potential January actions.
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