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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1909
Page
10
A tense legal duel unfolds as figures including Malcolm Birrand defend integrity amid accusations linking them to a killing. Juror Leigh’s drinking at selection sparks questions as Judge Hart conducts testimony on sobriety. The case centers on proving fitness for governor and the impact on public trust.
A proposed recall of the San Francisco consul and a bill to prohibit alien land ownership were discussed in Congress. President urged nondiscriminatory law with a clause protecting treaties with Japan and other nations. Needham will inform Assemblyman Drew of the President’s views.
A sweeping report details grand jury actions in the Panama libel case as authorities consider transferring proceedings from New York to Washington. Subpoenas loom for Melville B. Stowe and others, with officials signaling possible public action by tomorrow or Friday.
The text describes the attorney general seeking an order to prohibit liquor for the jury while noting one juror may drink per medical advice. Judge Hart quips about obtaining expert testimony on drunkenness in court, with the court, AG, and defense agreeing to defer to the judge.
Carson Nevada January 27 United States Senator Francis G Newlands reelection was confirmed today in a joint session of the legislature The body also passed without a dissenting vote a resolution presenting Newlands name for consideration as a Democratic candidate for President as a peer.
The Senate confirmed Robert Bacon as Secretary of State and John Callan O Laughlin as Assistant Secretary of State. Bacon took oath and signed circulars. O Laughlin to be sworn today. Secretary Root did not sign the Newfoundland fisheries treaty before departing for Albany. Bryce has not received authority due to Newfoundland cabinet delays. Root left Washington with Mrs Root for New York and then Albany, planning to attend inauguration ceremonies. A counter proposal from Newfoundland may replace the Washington draft. The day also features a Colton sale with items including tapestries, diamonds, and paintings at Denman Thompson's today.
Special dispatch from Theasmegon ros notes Carrie Nation in London calling fogs God’s judgments on tobacco smokers. She believes the fogs are evidence of widespread wickedness and plans to perform a music hall sketch impersonating herself, after spending time in her hotel and reading letters from supporters.
Special to The Washington Fest reports a vast quartz ledge bearing gold found across 20 miles from Tanana headwaters. Bankers and businessmen rank it among the richest Alaska finds, surpassing Klondike and Nome prospects. Prospectors from the Tanana district rush to quartz prospecting, signaling potential permanent wealth in Alaska.
A Senate Judiciary Committee dispute centers on access to confidential files on the Tennessee Coal and Iron and United States Steel merger. Commissioner Herbert Knox Smith testified he provided no information under the confidential clause, while President Roosevelt asserts data remains confidential. George W Perkins is summoned to testify on stock ownership and sale details.
London reports under King Naward the Royal British Radium Institute will be established in London by royal charter to foster radium research and a medical department for treatment. A syndicate led by Sir Ernest Cassel will extract radium from pitchblende ore at St Ives Cornwall, claimed to be the sole local source beside Austria.
Emperor William II marked his fiftieth birthday with a grand Berlin celebration attended by nearly all German crowned heads except Bavaria’s Luitpold. Flags adorned the city as a trumpet chorus welcomed the day, and guards marched to the Brandenburg Gate. The emperor appeared at a castle window to cheers as the diplomatic corps and ministers, including Dr Hut and Chancellor von Bülow, were received.
New York January 27 shipping officials probing the Republic Florida disaster examined captaincy authority and the role of wireless communication. The Italian line disputed high speed claims while Standard Oil reports urge tow options. passengers are asked to inventory baggage as recoveries continue.
August Belmont III underwent an appendicitis operation at General Memorial Hospital. Surgeon Dr W Coley reported no danger and a two to three week hospital stay. Belmont had planned the procedure for weeks and chose today as a preventive measure rather than an emergency.
A meteor exploded near Wrough Nebraska after being misread as an earthquake. The immense meteor fell about five miles from Wrough, causing a loud explosion and ground tremors felt across three counties. The fragment was recovered but remains hot to touch.
Miss Hallie Davis 10, daughter of Dolin T Davis of Washington, recalls the Republic Florida collision off Nantucket. She describes bereaved families, crowded decks, Captain Seglby’s orders, a sailor saved by mates, and the crew’s calm conduct.
President Roosevelt appoints Justice Moody and eight admirals to a commission to study naval reforms. The plan aims to abolish the bureau system at navy yards, expand the General Board, and restructure the Board of Construction for better war preparation and central coordinated control. The letter outlines two reports: fundamental principles for efficient war prep and specific organizational changes, with emphasis on military oversight and economy.
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