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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1907
Page
25
Prosecution accuses a spy working for detectives of stealing letters and papers from employers. Defense plans to complete all testimony this week except the accused and Moyer as the case moves forward.
A Denver convention of the Western Federation of Miners votes to adopt a new preamble pledging members to socialism and to join unions under a unified program. The discussion centers on forging an industrial political party and plans to nominate a ticket, with Pinkerton involvement and legal debates over constitutional changes and admissibility of evidence.
The report details looting of union stores and a newspaper office during the Victor riot on Independence Day. KC Sterling, mine owners chief detective, is cited as a key figure, with ME White a Weather Federation organizer as the last witness. The narrative notes a brutal fate for a participant amid warlike pomp, and mentions militia Woodmen of the World involvement. Defense seeks to finish witnesses by week’s end as the State builds its rebuttal.
Mayor Reyburn signed an ordinance passed by council creating a city partnership with the Philadelphia Rapid Transit Company. The measure grants the company 50 year limited franchise rights, requires sharing profits above 6 percent, and allows city purchase at year thirty. City representation on the board includes the mayor and two council appointees. Critics decry it as confiscation of street control to benefit a few.
A New Jersey man from Burlington, missing for four years, awoke in Plainfield with no memory of his past, believing himself Frank Johnson. His son and a Burlington clergyman aided researchers who confirmed the man, now 56, is Charles T Brewin, former Burlington tailor. He recollects being a Baptist and was last seen November 1903.
In New Richshead Wisconsin July magnus Thompson of Hlackbrook fatally shot a man named Manic Phagum after a rejected marriage proposal and then killed himself by shooting through his head. The incident followed the woman's refusal to marry Thompson.
A scrambled 18th century style notice lists numerous individuals with mixed locations and ages in a legal or matrimonial context. The text weaves names such as Burlingame, Ho Ath, Deyrleo Rov, Crowe, Harrower, Semeney, Powers Frink, Reynolds, and Me Mama among others, with scattered places like Riverton and Newport News.
A garbled health office record lists numerous individuals with ages and addresses, including Anna Varia Kelly 616 Ma ave mo 69, Feter Ferry on rosio Emer Ho Ital 90, Tun. Masby Columbia Hoapital 2 years, Aimiquez Matilon Tenning road De. Smyth Caatle Ht D854. 1606 Wiltberger usey 48, sulk MC Van dykes 1201 Oregon uve 7h panra, Christians A Say 1802 Teh aL nw 39, Tail Thieme Conrgetnwn Lazy How 33, Taul E Beekith Wie Rome nw 50, Walker 10h Patne St years, Los'wrd Wistier Gave, Hen Yasuno 69, Cari BR Osen Hladennerry read 5 months.
A gang of pickpockets in Montreal has back to back heists, with the latest Saturday haul totaling $1,690 from Gerald Murray, a messenger for Allan Steamship Line. Murray and an associate entering the bank faced two well dressed men who jostled and apologized as they fled. The envelope containing the weekly payroll was missing from Murray's coat.
A touring car driven by David Emward rammed into a crowd waiting for a Chicago and Milwaukee electric car in Evanston Central street last night. Several people were injured including Mrs Minnig Bebhert and Ciera Buckoix. a man and boy were allegedly assaulted while attempting to aid. Chauffeur Emward and companion Martin Anderton were arrested after mobs dragged them from the vehicle. Charles Sendert suffered head and shoulder injuries while trying to pull relatives free.
New policy on the Harriman system requires full accident reports to be issued to the press. A pilot invite to local leaders to attend board hearings follows the push for public accountability. A new Pennsylvania Railroad order mandates immediate telephone notification if a train stops where no schedule stop exists, with telephones placed along tracks for quick communication.
Special to The Washington from New York July 1. William Nordenschild fifteen and Joseph twelve, sons of a family at 201 South Ninth Street, were mistaken for burglars while crossing rear yards to reach home. Samuel Milbauer, a 42 year old tailor at 204 South Ninth Street, fired two shots after demanding who was there. A boy lay wounded on the grass, blood at the head, as neighbors rushed in. Joseph identified the dying boy as William. The boys had lingered late, seeking a shortcut home, leading to a confrontation. Milbauer was arrested and paroled when arraigned.
Bertha Beilstein's casket arrived in Pittburg from Los Angeles tonight. An undertaker will guard the body until positive identification is confirmed to satisfy the Guaranties Trust Company, the estate trustee. Beilstein, known as the Pittburg matricide, escaped from Dixmont and died as Olga Miller in Los Angeles on May 22. formal identification is expected tomorrow.
In Dalton Georgia July 1 a middle aged white man Dock Posey was taken from Whitfield County jail between 1 and 2 am and hanged at a railroad viaduct in the city. The body was found at daybreak. Posey admitted the crime but claimed he did not intend to harm the girl.
New York July 1 Thomas Boylan father of murdered Viola Boylan was arrested on suspicion of homicide after bloodLike stains on his attire and bedroom surfaces. Magistrate Whitman released him, noting insufficient grounds for detention. Police keep vigil on Italian quarters as they pursue other suspects linked to the girl’s disappearance.
Philadelphia July 1 A capitol architect Joseph M Huston is rumored missing and then found to be in a Vermont mountain sanitarium suffering from mental and physical breakdown His family denies the reports The public and taxpayers follow the case as investigators say the commission’s sessions are closed and no further tests will be held Huston left Philadelphia last Easter Monday under medical escort and has since avoided newspapers while secluded at Lehmann lane Germantown
Illinois railroads implement a 2 cent fare under the new law with three months grace for the change. The General Passenger Association and Western Passenger Association state the rate applies to state traffic while interstate rates stay under federal law until a new tariff is issued. Railroads anticipate possible litigation to defend the deficit claim if challenged.
Apache, Art. 16 reports an outbreak fear following the killing of Austin Navajo, an Apache, by W H Gu subagent at McDowell Ariz. Gu claims self defense. Gill, a preacher, fears for safety and seeks sheriff protection. Sheriff Hayden and deputies head to the reservation, with militia and national troops possible if needed.
Maj Gen Franklin Bell, chief of staff, refutes a Washington Post synopsis that he warned of serious army trouble. He notes discontent exists due to inadequate pay and officer shortages but says no need for a larger army than the President’s authorization. He urges higher pay to attract recruits and sustain efficiency.
John A Luis of Sterling 1915 Cal vert northwest was arrested on a warrant charging reckless driving along the Con uit yead toward Cabin John Bridge. The arrest followed a chase by the Glen Eeno Law and Order League led by George W Brien president. Lutz allegedly sped the gasoline buggy at thirty five miles per hour while fleeing officials. Mayor Garrett processed the case after collateral was posted. Collins, who made the arrest, testified as complainant in Pools case for disorderly conduct, Pools found guilty.
New York July 1 The missing Toronto agent Sidney Moss was found not aboard after the White Star line confirmed a wireless from the Celtic stating he lost his ticket. Moss had arrived June 28 and went from a hotel toward Europe aboard the Celtic. A hat coat and papers, including a Europe ticket, were found at an uptown apartment, prompting a police search that ended with the ticket explanation.
Special to The Washington Post York Pa July 1 Howard Snyder twenty one years old committed suicide yesterday morning shortly after his parents Mr and Mrs John Snyder drove to the country church near Two Taverns The tragedy followed his brooding over a love affair and melancholy. When the parents returned they found him missing and later discovered his body in the chicken yard with a shotgun nearby.
Grace Lewis, famed keeper of Lime Rock lighthouse near Newport, celebrates fifty years since arrival to duties. The 70 year old widow receives friends as she continues rescue work and maintains the light with steadfast devotion, earning the moniker Grace Darling of America for saving eighteen lives and numerous near misses at sea.
Four men died when two heavy freight cars detached from a Bethlehem Steel Company train and crashed into a shifting engine at the Bethlehem steel works. Victims include Weston A. Gross, 40, from Hellertown yardmaster Harry J. Mowsh, 37, from Bethlehem, yardmaster William Dorney, 33, from Center Valley, and Rudolph Nuss, 40, from Bethlehem.
President Roosevelt approved retirement for Capt Perry Garat to rear admiral and named Dr Edwin Grant Dexter head of the University of Illinois School of Education to become commissioner of education for Puerto Rico. Dexter to assume office August 1.
An advertisement proclaims that kidney disease causes many deaths and urges readers to take Dr Elmer's Swamp Root. It claims the remedy cures bladder issues, improves holding, and relieves frequent, painful urination, offering samples and a free book via mail from Binghamton.
Contributions pour in for Camp Good Will and summer outings run by the Associated Charities. Treasurer Andrew Parker notes prompt donor responses, listing varied gifts and supporters from Washington Lodge and Trust to local chapters and individuals aiding the effort.
A cloudburst struck Cleveland Ohio this afternoon with heavy rain between 1:01 and 1:06 pm flooding basements and impairing streetcar traffic on Dean and St Clair. storm waters overwhelmed sewers and drenched business blocks in the east end. In Pittsburgh a downpour before 5 pm caused street and cellar flooding and considerable monetary damage, with sharp lightning and brief severe intensity.
Special to Tum waamington rose Dover NJ July 1 Justice Joan Youngs judgment may stand on appeal. Annie Bennett of Shippenville Lake Hopatcong faces $20 payment to Sam McConnell for sealing his well with Rochelle salts. McConnell’s daughter reportedly saw Mrs Bennett toss a white powder into the well. McConnell had a chemist test and even treated meat eaten by a wandering dog. A neighbor said Annie Bennett boasted of closing the well with five pounds of salt. Chemical analysis confirmed the claim. Justice Youngs court issued the $20 judgment.
The Washington Post reports Gov Vardaman granted a delay in the Birdsong pardon case. Petitioners seeking more time stood by as attorneys prepared for a Monday hearing. Supporters of Mia Birdsong and Dr Butler, the man she loved, awaited the next step.
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