05 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1909
Page
1
President Taft visits Beverly and then Norwich, greeted by crowds and notable guests. He tours a pine harbor cottage, observes a golf links, and reviews a motorcade as part of a summer excursion with remarks on travel plans and a special train back toward Ohio.
Superintendent says there is nothing wrong with him though he was called a leper. The article describes a patient confined at a New York hospital ward, with references to confinement, medical staff concerns, and Salvation Army involvement. It notes public fear and the hospital’s handling of the contagious rumor while detailing the patient’s status and appearance in the ward.
President Taft tours Beverly with stops at the church and the Essex Country Club. He visits Miss Mabel Boardman, surveys the golf course, and remarks on a hopeful outlook for Gulf affairs. Col Evans remains in danger after a fall. John Hays Hammond meets the President. Taft plans to stay in Beverly through September 18 before a Westward trip.
Transcontinental walker Weston Purposely leaves Lovelock tonight aiming to cover 413 miles to reach San Francisco by tomorrow. The route and status are uncertain as he presses on amid travel uncertainty and a strict mileage target.
Aldrich denies a report claiming Taft opposition while affirming confidence in a tariff court. Senate leaders insist the president supports the plan, with Dingley’s drawback debate and tobacco tax increases prompting hearings. The Finance Committee stands by the court provision as read. amendments and cross-chamber negotiations loom.
The Fuller family perished in a quintuple drowning during a fishing and picnic at a reservoir near Wellington Colorado. Gladys 12 fell for a fish, John 10 tried to save her and was entangled, Klein 14 jumped in and disappeared, the mother followed weighted by clothes, and the father drowned trying to rescue her. A younger boy fled for help as neighbors arrived too late.
Persian revolt suppressions reported by Cossacks and loyal army leaders. Insurgent chiefs were defeated near Teheran as Russian relief forces arrive late. Iran fear of foreign intervention grows. reports say Sardarabad forces deterred allied advances while Shah’s government tightens security.
A Georgian man who escaped from jail fifteen years ago writes to Governor Brown claiming innocence in the Crawley murder. He says he served in the Spanish War, is a good citizen, married with children, and that his escape from custody was aided by an employer who paid $1200. He requests clemency and asserts he could prove his innocence if freed. He notes his transformed appearance and insists he is hunted. The plea references prior revelations to state officials and a Cuban sojourn during the war era.
Washington launches its first safe and sane Independence Day celebration with daylight pyrotechnics at Stephenson Statue and a night display from 9:30 with American flags and parachute shells. Commissioner Macfarland heads the joint Trade and Chamber committee overseeing the program.
Amid noisy public displays in New York Chicago and Cleveland the day ends with fatalities and injuries from fireworks and accidental gunfire. Reports tally three deaths including a child struck by a cannon discharge and a worker killed by a stray bullet, with hundreds hurt from explosives and torpedoes. Police enforce new prohibitions on high explosives in Albany and warn of strict penalties for unsafe handling.
Reading shows a collage of short items: individuals named Virginians and Virginians for Good Ronas, political commentary, church sermons, and legal notices. It references colonial topics like the Indian Empire and Roosevelt era themes, with scattered notes on aviators and celebrations.
Readers report on an upcoming spectacle in Washington with forecasts promising fair weather and a grand automotive parade. Prize plans include blue ribbons for decorated cars and a special round trip excursion to Harpers Ferry. The event attracts many spectators as preparations wrap up and judges prepare for the sweepstakes.
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