10 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1907
Page
1
London dispatch from The Hague reports Tokyo threatening direct action against California if Washington cannot curb the coast crisis. Correspondent notes volatile discussions since June and warns of dangerous grave tensions as European observers weigh limited options and shifting naval postures.
The War Department plans a shipload of defense materiel for Manila and Subig Bay in the Philippines. Initial cargo includes submarine mines and equipment, with later guns and batteries. Contracts total billions in spending with units like the Crook transport and Twenty-fifth Infantry to accompany the shipment.
Des Moines report quotes Representative J A Hurt saying neither Japan nor the United States seeks war now. He cites a prowar element in Japan but insists ruling classes avoid conflict with the United States. If war comes, initial losses would hit the Philippines and Hawaii, but the United States would prevail and profit from building war ships.
Ambassador Aoki plans a October trip to Japan to discuss the American situation and explain U S diplomacy. He will meet Admiral Yamamoto in New York and visit U S industries, with possible calls on the President at Oyster Bay. The journey signals cautious diplomacy rather than self defense.
Miss Florence Schenck, in an interview from New York, declares herself expert with a pistol and vows to shoot Charles H. Wilton, Vanderbilt stable manager, whom she says married her while his wife lived in New Jersey. Wilson denies the marriage and portrays Schenck’s story as exaggerated and jealous.
Special to The Washinbe news describes Mrs Ayres arriving at West Point with permission from Adjutant General McCain. Cadet Fairfax Ayres leads cheers as the train departs, while Mrs Ayres later travels again under cover of darkness amid fears of a boarding party and executive file.
New York report notes Bowery Savings Bank deposits hit 100 million dollars, with 92 million already recorded and expectations of further growth by tomorrow. President Woot declares the surge signals national prosperity, easing suburban speculation and reinforcing perceived security of 6 percent interest for savers.
An altercation at a Cleveland golf match involves John D Rockefeller and champion W J Travis. Rockefeller says he was snubbed. two witnesses supported the claim while Travis denies it, stating he shook hands with Rockefeller. The incident occurred on the tower links after a nine hole finish as players moved to the upper links.
Eastman Ga July 8 After fatally wounding Joseph Nicholson in a duel or SFP Dr Smith a prominent physician attended his victim for two days in a vain effort to save him Nicholson rented a store from Dr Smith and after a dispute over rent they exchanged pistols Both men were friends Nicholson forgave Dr Smith before dying as the sheriff jailed the physician months later.
In Richmond Virginia on July 9 a crowd hissed President Roosevelt's features during the True Reformers Opera Hall first night of Jol y a dramatic tableau. The program included a tableau Dora depicting rulers and the orchestra played patriotic tunes. A storm of hisses interrupted the performance when Roosevelt's features were displayed.
Norman P Cummings, Chicago real estate magnate, and Laura C Cummings, claimed Southern beauty, begin a second honeymoon as court actions for divorce, maintenance, and writs are dismissed. Anna Cummings reportedly acted as mediator amid a widely publicized saga including prior accusations of paying for his wife and past abuse.
The United Fruit Company's steamship Admiral Farragut, captained by Mader, reported sighting a peculiar water phenomenon about thirty miles south of Diamond Shoals near Hatteras. The ship arrived from Antonio and said no wreckage or sign of disaster was found. agents reported no losses among tank steamers traveling between this port and Texas.
Crowds cheer Gov Hughes as the Grand Encampment Knights Templar parade through Saratoga. Some 1500 knights, 57 bands, 300 horses, and 200 carriages fill Broadway in a three hour procession representing 42 states and territories during the triennial conclave. Governor Hughes vows knightly devotion and receives a standing ovation as the event closes with receptions across commanderies.
The issue lists topics from The Hague delegates fearing war to a Parading Knights Templar and divisive topics like tariff disputes, tobacco trust battles, and calls for reform. It notes financial figures, labor disputes, and prominent figures in government and education, with scattered social and personal items.
London July 9 Sir Alfred Billson member for the Northwest division of Staffordshire died suddenly of apoplexy during a division in the House of Commons. The House adjourned. Born 1239 A daughter in Addiga gallery witnessed the moment. Sir Alfred was knighted at his last birthday.
Edinburgh reports the Earl of Roslyn, an ex actor living in Paris, suing for divorce from Anna Robinson of Minneapolis. Robinson, once linked to King Leopold and rumored to wed the Duke of Manchester, married Roslyn in London after two years. The couple resided in Norfolk Street while Roslyn, once with Langtry and a war correspondent, faced scrutiny for public behavior and betting exploits.
A woman about 55 years old, dressed in mourning, slipped from a Third Avenue open car while her umbrella fell away. She was taken to Presbyterian Hospital after the incident at Third Avenue and Seventy Sixth Street. She wore a black shirt, black hat, and gray hair, and was from a group traveling together.
The article outlines early stages of US France tariff negotiations brought by ambassador Jugie Tand. It notes US aims to keep champagne duties at 20 percent under the 1898 agreement while seeking minimum tariffs on shoes machinery and tools. France may resist lowering tariffs on Porto Rican coffee and emphasizes potential effects on home industries. Jusserand receives welcome from French officials and plans to return to Washington in September.
Mrs Gibson, daughter of Mrs Thomas Nelson Page and niece of the late Marshall Field, is reported to have filed for divorce from Preston Gibson in the Superior Court. The couple, long prominent in Chicago society, have recently been guests at Lake Forest and Lake Forest clubs amid rumors of domestic trouble.
New Orleans dispatch reports Hanson police arresting a man identified as Angelo Incarcaterra in connection with the kidnapping death case of Walter Lamana. The suspect had been living in a swamp, and authorities say he refused to cooperate as interrogation continues.
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