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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1907

Page

19

Judge Landis and the Cleveland era diplomacy in brief

The long profile sketches Judge Landis of the United States Discipord as a Caledonian figure linked to the Cleveland administration. It notes his Chicago roots, private secretary role under Gresham, and his shift back to law after upheavals in State Department policy including the Venezuelan crisis and the Allanc a affair. It emphasizes his youth, family of notable brothers, and early Washington exposure with impressions of wit and blunt speech.

State Department Cleveland Charles Frederick Jorge Landis Walter Q Gresham Ietr Clevelant Judge Greshaus Washington Young Landis Chicago Landis Lus Imat Munuch Ghee Ulaokalint Mawatinns Hering England Seaton Wien Gresham Afl Wresibat Aetion Uo Mtanca Case Edwin HL Uhl Milligan Greshace Greshaem Whitewied Thurston Heston Mauiee Larute Jaeat Soemurs Vievchaim Landia Lave Im Ts Veniguela Landix Eorn Gresnam Url Germany Frank Jones Chastind Prothers Cuanes 1 Fener Congress Indiana Waltee San Juan John Kenglan United States Congrésa Kre Meebolders Lanuing Mich Albert Y. K Gothier Tao Arly War Department J. Oh Thera

Landia brother's drawl and Rockefeller case noted

The excerpt depicts Turesqué and the Landia brothers with distinctive speech and a poised manner. It recalls his Washington years and how the Rockefeller case drew interest from close friends watching the proceedings.

Turesqué Landia Brothers Washington Rockefeller

Halts Fisheries Parley In Newfoundland Seasonal Talks

Negotiations between Britain and the United States over a winter herring fishery modus vivendi on the Newfoundland coast have stalled. The deadlock centers on a clause allowing enforcement of legal processes aboard American vessels, which Newfoundland authorities veto. Britain would need Imperial Parliament approval to press such a clause, and officials prefer avoidance of coercive measures.

St Johns Newfoundland

Experts Call for Bituminous Use to Curb Smoke Nuisance

Edward T. Parker and Dwight T. Randall of the Geological Survey urge manufacturers to switch from anthracite to bituminous coal to reduce smoke. They warn anthracite reserves are dwindling, with 1906 production around 86,000 tons and total U.S. stock limited. Proposals include large heating stations, gasification, and distant electricity transport to cut residential smoke.

Edward T. Parker Dwight T. Ranall Geological Survey United States Geological Survey United States New York Dwight T. Randal New York City Philadelphia Mr. Randall le Bast York New York Edison Cumpany Time Reiraads

Record Fish Catch Boosts Hope for Great Lakes Fisheries

Cleveland reports a strong season with lakes flooding nets as catch volumes rise toward one of the largest in years. Lake Erie leads production, blue pike and perch dominate spring lines, summer shifts favor herring and white fish while prices stay steady amid meat demand.

Cleveland Gnip Ivor Great Lakes Aragon Lake Erie

Derailed car runs mile in perilous freight spin

Special to The Washington Post Middletown July 7 a fast freight train at forty mph carrying forty beef cars narrowly avoided a catastrophic wreck. Wheels left the rack but remained coupled each car ran a mile on the roadbed intermittently leaving the rails. Ties and dirt between rails washed out and twenty eight nine pound steel rails were chipped. A brakeman spotted the car off track and stopped the train.

Washington Middletown Ene

Magoon declines arbitration in cigarmakers dispute

Havana July 2 Gov Magoon refuses to act as arbitrator after the Independent Cigar Manufacturers Association asked him to mediate. He notes workers have not requested arbitration, are ready to resume at old wages, and have not committed any disorder, so he cannot interfere.

Havana Magoon Independent Cigar Manufacturers’ Association Atzhe

Paris and Berlin Markets Show Mixed Weekly Tone

Last week Paris and Berlin markets posted firmer yet uneven activity with gains in prices and improved German steel demand while hesitations lingered in finance. Earthquake talk triggered global market wobble but prices rose modestly as optimism held into summer business, despite tight liquidity and ongoing settlement difficulties.

America Kingston Jamaica Atock Exchange Paria Bank of Erance Berlin Boerea Ewa Factora German Steel Trust Junn Coperight New York Times

Municipal Ownership Report Finds Some Uplift for Cities

National Civic Federation commission on Public Ownership and Operation releases two member reports after nearly two years of study. Prof John F R Commons argues politics do not enter public owned enterprises, while J W Sullivan concludes municipalization has not raised wages or improved conditions for most tramway employees.

Washington New York United States Great Britain Tthe National Civic Federation Commis Xion John FR. Commons Wisconsin University J. W. Sullivan Clothing Trades Bulletin of New York America Great Glasgow Newcastle-on-Tyne London Liverpool Norwich Manchester Birmingham Dublin Leicester StteMfeld Cleveland Chicago Philadelphia Wheeling Detroit Indianapolis Richmond Atlanta South Norwalk Syracuse Allegheny New Haven Hartford Commons Politica Hie Sullivan Ughties

Three Buildings Collapse in Indianapolis Wholesale District

Three brick three story buildings near Meridian and Maryland streets in Indianapolis collapsed today and caught fire. Total loss placed at 22000 with major damages to Daniel Stewart Drug and Glass Company Martha Stewart and Brunswick Balice Collender Company and Henry C. Bdie estate properties.

Indianapolis Ind Meridian Maryland Streets Daniel Stewart Drug and Glass Company Martha Stewart Brunswick Balice-Collender Ppllardmpany Henry C. Bdie

Havans Wenkin Fruit Company Founded in Augusta Maine

The Havans Wenkin Fruit Company organized in Augusta Maine seeks trust cultivation and marketing of fruit with plantations and transport lines. Directors include J Berry Ashley Gould and James Brooks among others. A 3.08 acre plot near Havana Cuba is planned for pineapple production with other tropical fruits. Judge Ashley Gould notes planting will take time before any profits.

Weabington Augusta Havans- Wenkin Fruit Company Maine Washington Statehouse J. Berry Lewla A. Burleigh Clark Auguste John B. Dahlgren J .Mes Brooks Washington, D.C Ashley M. Gould District Supreme Court Havana Cuba

Schiller monument unveiled in Camp Park Saint Paul

The Schiller monument at Camp Park was unveiled at 2 PM by Misa Tima Behester before about 6000 attendees. Gift of St Paul German Singing Societies, the statue from Berlin designer M Paachner and artist Sart Marr is deemed a great work of art. the $6,000 memorial sits prominently in the park.

St. Paul Minn Schiller Camp Park Misa Tima Behester M. Paachner Berlin Ge ‘Uum Alty

Schmitz Demands Salary From City Auditor

In San Francisco Mayor Schmitz formally demanded full June salary and a $3 July contingent fund from Auditor Horton. A warning against paying sums on orders of acting mayor Gallagher is included. Horton vows to refuse payment without signatures of Sehroltz and Gallagher, citing bondsmen exposure.

San Francisco Schmitz Horton Janiva J. Gallagher Sehroltz Gallagher

Addresses Rush of Guests at Numerous Hotels

A long list of guests checked into major hotels across the country, including names associated with New Willard, Metropolitan, Shoreham and other properties. Guests span cities from New York to Philadelphia and Chicago, with many arrivals noted by name and home city or state.

Haltimore George Grier Raletzh Bayley J. Preyion W. MeNgel St. James B. Peniera Moteepaitton Smith Ebbi Witten End Mre F. Then TR. Shinghy Themen HC Gickers New Willard Hoston H. B. Cirsly Ney Willard Chicago M.A. Baar W. A. Thompson Williama Bailes Tsadare Miller PW. Carter Laetug Wolnachenk Raleigh Watkins Hubers M. Bormela Lowth Freak Jf. Dock J. Grompelt National J. Landaberg ALS Tathgober Ay Gugier Wisw Martha “Josvit Metropolitan Mr Wada Riggs Joseph Covert M.D. Damier J. Hokgrava Georgy G. Lanagan Witla T. Dewy P.M. Linz Thomas H. Woolf John McFiroy Augusta J. Hunn F Ke Julian Joseph WM. Fiteuummnont Shoreham Wiliam Simpawn Wie Georgett Simecon Ante McPheracs Ma McFhorean WX. Beach Arington EB. Cuming D.C Dromunr William c Alexander J.C. Wenderaon Sotropolitan Mender Paerspunc Holiet Willia Jarvis Ral Brocke Nichiloon Gallrath Morrivun Warer Tala End Swite Petropel F. A. Maat Richmond Lawia Aconaen Alabama Mra G. HL. Davis Birmingham James Jackuva Tuscumbia Kerrypolitan Samiporma Carroll J. Waly Los Angeles H. Foe Merkly Regent M. Orimin Wit San Proncinco Connecticut Faul MacCormac Wily Liberty Tu Cr Lonano C. A Denver Riges J. C. Harris Cegagia M. Lewis Athene Rolaleh Baldwin Wife Atlanis Telinois Mawle Lagadon Lucite Kettersohn Lovinelle Wiggeot New Orleans W King Francor Shineserainge Wits Latvia Alexandria Maryland Hottzanpel Graven Wiley Magiachubetts Cartran Spenleek Lenn Leigh Ralph J. Cele Worcester Mighigan B. Clark Union City Mississippi F. Huner Rey Saint Louis St .James J. N. Hueson Meridian Missouri Albert J. August St. Joe P. J. Deron Byron St. Louia Releigh Robert D. Haire H. Haire Clinton Mabel G. Biauver Weight City LV Tuer St. Lapis Savienti Nabraeks C. H. Deown Cambridge Wattson Raletah New Jersey P. Lb. Hutson Keser Buffalo St. Somes C. ME Vearte Wifa Rochester Wetlonsl Crena Bufalo Wilkinson Schenee Tady North Carolina Haler Greensboro Arteich de M. Lamdla Aucors Blamen We Fi Arma Charlotte Navlonsl. GW Sumallana Kinetoa Salzopolitan Daytor Henderson South Carolina A. A. Brontley Orangeburg Soke Afackis Gamdea Ken Willar Oklahoma Emetthh Ang Shaemee Omio—Hiward A. Hatner Viola Hafner Cincin- Rath Ra Natous Vingintag Gefasr Warrentin Gempe Pharkaford Grave Haieigh Item C.lzer Norfolk Iim Keyvar Bt Janes Washington George J. Stewart Spokane Rigas Wesconrin Pust “Jacobs Milwaukee Leonerd J. Lanz Ifilweckee Pss

Pensions and Widow Rights in Civil War Service

Letters from readers and officials discuss pension eligibility for sailors and soldiers from the Civil War eras. Topics include dependent relatives, rates, restoration, and conditions for disability or widow’s pensions, with guidance from pension office officials and sample questions from across the United States.

Prosperity of Nation as Stocks Rise on Speculation

New York July 7 The prosperity of the stock market grows as Union Pacific leads gains amid heavy underwriting for a 76 million convertible bond issue. Analysts cite partial bull turnover by professionals and large interests driving prices despite weak public demand and holiday pauses.

Union Pacific Rine Washington New York Wall Street Union Pancific Atchison, Tonessa Santa Fe Trian Pacific Union Pacific Company

Investment demand slows as new security issues rise

In New York in July, sluggish investment demand explains high subscriptions for railroad securities. Northern Pacific stock and Atchison bonds lead, with large sums due this month and July still to come for Great Northern, Union Pacific, and Southern Pacific issues. Government bond redemption and scarce liquid assets strain money markets as banks prepare for cotton and winter wheat harvest needs.

New York Atchison Great Northern Tnlon Pacific Banda Southern Pacific Stoc Esual Suly

Vanadium Steel Trial Aims to Forge Tough Naval Metal

Naval experts test vanadium steel at navy yards and shops to verify claims it may be the toughest and hardest steel, weldable under hammer and roll, with potential use for armor and tooling. The Navy studies its brittleness and backing methods while noting high cost and expected future supplies.

Washington Navy Department

Bank Receivers Appointed for Exchange Bank in Macon

Judge A Woip pleted appoints B F Oneal T N Bacere and A D Schofield as receivers for the Exchange Bank in Macon Georgia at an aging hour this morning noting the bank’s flames and liabilities.

Macon A ¥. Woipplé Cordele B. F. Oneal T. N. Bacere A.D. Schofield Exchange Bank

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