21 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1909
Page
1
A chaotic House session ends abruptly as Payne refuses to sign the report. Clash over iron ore policy sparks near mutiny as members confront leadership. Fordney and allies seek a force vote on lumber despite risks to party unity.
Connecticut Supreme Court of Errors rules the 1968 Federal Employers Liability Act is unconstitutional to the extent it aims to create state court jurisdiction. The decision for New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad in the Hoxle Mondou case finds no error in dismissal and upholds the act as void in parts, with Chief Justice Baldwin noting Congress did not intend to authorize state court action under the act.
Mrs Matilda Drews created a sensation at Youngs Bathing Beach by scattering the ashes of her husband John Dreuils of Philadelphia into the sea. A crowd gathered as the black box was opened and the remains dispersed. Her action followed the execution of his will to secure his property and belongings. The incident left bathers with a sense of a solemn, unusual hour.
A shaken battlefield report describes a jilted soldier firing on a location named Laserw oi ha in July, killing one person before being pursued. The assailant, a 3rd unit member from Minmescharbeno, was captured after a chase by cavalry and pirates, leading to a commendation and promotion for his later Boer War service.
Diplomatic break between Bolivia and Argentina escalates as both sides report recall of diplomats and layoffs. Bolivia orders its Buenos Aires minister to depart while La Paz cites hostile posture and seeks safe archiving with foreign legations. Washington State Department confirms severed relations. detailed report awaited.
The Clemenceau cabinet collapses after a clash over naval scandals and fears of war. Delcasse and allies attack, accusing the premier of political missteps as the chamber votes confidence, triggering a resignation and a cascade of political realignments in Paris. The crisis centers on Algeciras and naval readiness.
Delegates from the International Council of Women hear Colorado women aim to send a female to Congress. Harriet Wright notes uncertainty but forecasts a determined effort. Lady McMillan recalls vocal suffrage work in Britain and asks Denver women when a woman will join Congress. Sarah Decker is identified as the planned candidate two years hence.
Special to The Washington Post from Burlington Vermont reports fierce abolitionist sentiment and public unrest after the War Department orders 1200 black cavalrymen quartered at Fort Ethan Allen. Residents resist dining with Black soldiers and demand separate white and Black cars on the trolley. The Free Press condemns the move as a dangerous precedent for Black troops in New England and the East.
Miss Jennie Broadwent of Philadelphia leapt from the yacht Princeton 3 miles offshore as passengers watched, crying I have lost my God. Passengers and crew rescued her. John Winder aided after a long struggle. she was taken to the city jail.
A new offer to pay stock of Bell Telephone Company of Buffalo was presented today to American Telephone and Telegraph. The proposal is part of a nationwide plan to merge Bell system companies into a single corporation with about 1.9 billion dollars in capital. Earlier offers covered the New York and New Jersey company and the Bell Telephone Company of Philadelphia.
Orville Wright flies 1 hour 20 minutes 45 seconds setting a new American aviation record at Fort Myer. Large crowds witness the flight with maneuvers and near 300 foot altitude as Wright wires the machine to near-perfect control. The event draws prominent officials and military observers amid celebratory coverage of the historic achievement.
United States abandons old trust policy and hints at a mailed fist in dealing with China Japan and Russia over Manchuria. Ambassador Takahira returns to Japan amid displeasure with Japan’s stance as Washington signals a hard line to restore the Manchurian status quo with all signatories. Also reported a Central of Georgia passenger train wreck near Glenwood Alabama injuring 24, six seriously, with conductor J R Jones among the injured. Florists J H Small & Sons Washington Waldorf Astoria Broadway New York listed.
Summary of today’s issue notes I Payne resigns from tariff conference as U and U. report on tariff policy changes. Chinese loan and French cabinet resignation appear in brief items. Also mentions Aero record by Wrights and other diverse notices across pages including racing results and court trials.
Former Secretary of the Navy and Detroit observer discuss the inquiry into Lieutenant James N. Fons death. He defends a mother's efforts to clear her son's name while noting the defense will remain unsuccessful. The comments touch on the inquiry's process and the family’s rights amid public scrutiny.
In Waneton York July 2 a man named Moya arver was jailed after connections to the death of Andrew Park near Chatham Square. Murphy, an old friend, sought privacy moments with a body as police investigated a sailor’s involvement. The undertaker found Murphy at the mouth of a dead man and alerted authorities.
Special to The Washington Fort New York July reports rapid service on Third Avenue elevated lines as two fires raged simultaneously. A Bowery five story building burned out while a street platform near 9th Street caught fire from crossed wires. Trains accelerated through smoke to protect passengers. firemen rescued a man trapped on a roof as thousands waited on the 9th Street platform. All passengers escaped.
Witnesses recount the deadly shooting of Sutton at close range during a prostrated moment. Officers describe Adams and DeHart on the victim as Sutton fired, with testimony debating whether Sutton was intoxicated and if a larger assault occurred.
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