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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1907
Page
16
Report details a fog bound collision near Halifax between the Rosalind and the Senlac. Passengers rushed to lifeboats, many rescued by the Rosalind crew. casualties uncertain. Notables including Lizbeth Clemens and other prominent Philadelphians listed among passengers.
Two men admitted July 1 in Philadelphia court to conspiring in a burglary spree that damaged houses across the southern district. One suspect confessed to stealing goods valued at about 30 000, including jewelry and fine plunder, with police noting leaders and associates active downtown and on Was street. The case outlines a series of sixty plus robberies tied to a ring that operated over the last several months, with authorities seeking a further hearing.
In a United States Mint report, factory output set a new record with record production dates and a focus on refined alloys. Officials cited improved processes, higher yields, and firm demand driving the surge in mint activity.
A troubled mother killed her daughter then fatally shot herself in Atmore, leaving a note that she could not live without her child. The tragedy unfolds amid a note to Healdenry on Metropolis, Baltimore and Ohio, with a timetable notice for July train service. Subscriptions and voting urged amid unclear local stakes.
United States Marshal Frank M Chandler conducted a forest and barn sweep at Forest Hill near Pocantico Hills seeking John D Rockefeller, including barn haymow exploration, but found no trace. Relatives deny knowledge of his whereabouts while deputies guard Rockefeller’s estate. Chicago court action to subpoena him postponed until proper service.
Atlanta critic John Temple Graves predicts if Roosevelt runs for a third term he would break the Solid South. He says Georgia and Tennessee may back him, while Taft would be tough to beat. Bryan against Fairbanks could carry the nation.
A special dispatch from Fasbon says King Carlos pledged Premier Francor to sanction martial law if needed to preserve the monarchy. Although order has been restored, troops remain under arms to prevent renewed rioting. The report notes precautionary measures and possible extended deployment.
Marietta Ohio banker D C Davis testified in Alderman Toole court about being swindled in a New York zero game scheme. He said he sent $76 000 and later $25 000 more after being promised a $100 000 win as Thompson Curry Ranger and Thompson allegedly coordinated the ruse. Davis alleged the trio cleaned more than $1 000 000 from Pittsburgh and beyond.
A Philadelphia grand jury returned an indictment today charging the National Umbrella Frame Company Newark River Works and Newark Tube and Metal Works with a conspiracy to form a restraint of trade. The three count case likely goes to trial in October.
In St Anthony, July Y, Albert Laplant, 22, was struck at second base while catching a thrown ball and died. Nine players were affected as a lightning bolt stunned eight others. one man died before aid arrived and the rest faced serious injuries. Over 100 witnesses reported the event.
Senor Ugarte, sent by Provisional President Davila to Washington, states Honduras will stay neutral and not subservient to Zelaya. He insists Davila will act independently and seek U S recognition while avoiding entanglements in regional conflicts.
News from Mexico City reports President Cabrera of Guatemala ordered the arrest of 160 citizens accused of involvement in a recent assassination attempt. The detainees were imprisoned, later regrouped, and some sentenced to death. Prominent individuals are named as targets amid claims charges are politically motivated.
A Nicaraguan government plan to buy rifles and ammunition for use in a potential war collapsed when crates shipped from New York contained brickbats, coal, and junk instead of arms. Consul General Echasarreta and President Zelaya faced explanations as a vessel transfer and a New York agent were blamed for the failed deal revealed in Washington.
Special to The Washington Post from Cincinnati Ohio reports that Anta Bailey a Nashville musician was arrested with bellboy Philip Bobert after a $1000 Marond ring vanished from a Philadelphia travelers room. Bernberger claimed she met the woman and spent hours at the hotel. The bellboy denied knowledge but later the ring was found in his room with the woman alleged to have given it to him to hide.
A special to The Wesblegion Post reports Miss Gladys Vanderbilt will come into possession of a vast fortune upon reaching legal age next month. Her inheritance includes a $7,000,000 principal plus accrued income, plus a one fourth interest in a $10,000,000 estate, with total wealth estimated near $12,000,000. The Breakers at Newport hosts festivities tied to the concentration of this wealth.
Special to The Washington Post reports a ferocious leopard escaped from a local menagerie roaming an East End district in Pittsburg. Dogs were attacked, a man named Henry Klopperburg was charged by the animal, and residents armed after dark while extra police hunt the beast.
Special to The Washington Post from Aurora Missouri July 1 reports Pearl Silence a sixteen year old of Douglas County hanged herself near Aurora after an attempt to cash a forged 5 10 check dressed in boy's clothes she appeared at Citizens Bank Ava the cashier phoned to verify and deemed forged the girl fled changed clothes was arrested released on bond her eventual body found hanging from an oak tree near a well officials describe her family as respected neighbors
The four year old son of MP John Sharp Higham escaped death after a door opened on an express train at Stafford. Plunging to the line the boy suffered scalp wounds but is not expected to have lasting injury. He was traveling from Liverpool to London when a railroad employee left the carriage door unlatched.
Riots flare as street cleaning and ice company drivers strike crippling sanitation. Police shield strikebreakers while a sergeant is seriously hurt by a blast. Health officials battle mountains of refuse as independent dealers avert a looming ice famine. City officials insist the eight hour day pursuit ends with return to work tomorrow.
Special to The Washington Post from Webb City Missouri July 1 Jesse V Gray of Avila aged 49 proposed to widow Rachel Barrow aged 40 at midnight and was accepted Gray stayed at the Barrow home of A Wheat father of the bride and died before morning Coroner Baird attributed death to heart disease saying the proposal likely triggered the fatal attack
Alt Lake City July reports indicate the Mormon Church retires from business. Deseret News notes a sale totaling 20 million dollars, including six miles of railroad and coal ventures to Denver and Ivanta. Other church sales follow a non commercial policy, such as railroad and bathing pavilion.
William Root, a former board of trade operator, arraigned in Criminal Court on seventeen forgery indictments and two counts of hurt glory. He pleaded not guilty through Attorney Charles Erbstein and the case was continued. Root, about 36, is jailed at county facility. A 17-year-old associate, James Wilson, is linked to the alleged crime and may be tried jointly if he pleads not guilty or provides evidence. Proceeds of two North Shore burglaries cited as possession at arrest.
General Secretary Treasurer Wesley Russell warns a nationwide telegraphers strike could start within 24 hours in Kansas City Chicago or Oakland San Francisco as Western Union refuses to meet union demands. Grievance committee places William M Main on fall pay and plans further action at Sunday meeting. Strikebreakers begin replacing striking telegraphers in San Francisco and other posts.
Alexander W Quackenboss and Caroline Beth Riddie secretly wed on May 10 1908 after Quackenboss health declined during his Rutgers studies. Physicians advised rest but he recovered and continued his education, keeping the marriage private to avoid senior scandal.
Marquis Bebe, aged eighty six, announces plans to visit New York this autumn and swim the East River from Manhattan to Brooklyn using a self invented propulsion style called the turbine atroke Bebbino Saya. He claims demonstrations have impressed many American professionals and even President Ga. 2
New York Central Railroad announces that all incoming and outgoing trains at Grand Central will be drawn by electric locomotives. The electric system is due to come into operation July 1, 1908, under the statute governing the fleet upgrade.
Public notice urges interest in steamships and vessel capacity. It advertises deposit services at Union Trust Co. 144 F St with accessible check deposits and interest on accounts. The wording reflects an early banking and shipping recruitment style.
A naval board led by Admiral Dewey urges transferring Atlantic Fleet battleships to the Pacific to deter Japan. Roosevelt must decide, with orders possibly issued soon. The plan envisions one or two ships at a time to avoid provoking Japan while strengthening U.S. sea power.
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