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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1909
Page
10
A fragmented report describes a heated session where Payne clashes with conferees over iron ore, refuses to sign the committee report, and signals ongoing tension as Fordney faces a party vote on lumber. The desertion of House members and a tense visit by Payne highlight the turmoil.
Connecticut Supreme Court of Errors rules for New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad in Hoxle and Mondou cases. It holds the 1968 employer liability act unconstitutional to the extent it allows state courts to hear such actions, upholding dismissal of the plaintiffs' damages suits.
An event in Abimty City follows the death of John Dreuils of Philadelphia. Mrs Matilda Dreuns opened a black box and sprinkled his ashes into the sea, attracting spectators as the scene unfolded. The will execution is tied to securing property and belongings for the surviving spouse.
A chaotic gunfight ends with a soldier killing one person during a late night altercation near the Dome. The wounded man was identified as a local worker aged 34. Authorities pursued the suspect, Navy cavalry units helped corner him, and he was captured and later commended for actions during the Boer War era.
Diplomatic friction deepens as Bolivia and Argentina sever diplomatic ties amid dispute over frontier feasibility and arbitration rulings. Bolivia orders minister departure from Buenos Aires, and both nations contemplate further steps as Peru and other parties monitor the three cornered dispute.
France’s cabinet collapses after a bitter debate over naval readiness and Algeciras. Delcasse accuses Clemenceau of dragging the nation toward war as the chamber votes confidence down, prompting the premier and his ministers to resign amid stunned Paris reaction.
Colorado women campaign for a female representative to Congress. Harriet Wright, former state legislator, notes uncertainty but vows a determined effort. Lady McMillan speaks on suffrage and urges Denver women to back a candidate, with Sarah Decker named as the party’s choice for the next election.
Special to The Washington Post from Burlington Vermont reports strong abolitionist sentiment and opposition over the War Department plan to quarter 1200 black cavalrymen at Fort Ethan Allen. Citizens demand segregated cars on the trolley and restaurants boycott soldiers of color. The Free Press condemns the decision as a precedent and notes this is the first time northern troops of color are stationed east of the Mississippi.
Miss Jennie Broadwent of Philadelphia leaped from the yacht Princeton off Atlantic City three miles out. Passenger John Winder rescued her after a struggle. she cried out she had lost her God and appeared delirious. The two were pulled aboard as the yacht closed in, and she was taken to the city jail for examination.
The New Jersey company made a bid today to exchange stock for Bell Telephone Company of Buffalo. The move is seen as part of a broader plan to merge Bell system companies into a single corporation with about 1900 million dollars in capital. Two other offers for New York and New Jersey and Philadelphia Bell entities had been reported earlier.
Orville Wright flies for 1 hour 20 minutes 45 seconds at Fort Myer in front of thousands, breaking his own prior American record. The display includes multiple maneuvers and close control of the machine, with notable attendees including Secretary Meyer and Senator Kean. The flight marks a historic benchmark in heavier-than-air craft performance on the continent.
A New York American summary reports the U S government abandons an altruistic policy and willStand up to China Japan and Russia over Manchuria. Ambassador Takahira heads to Japan in disagreement with Japan while the Pacific fleet heads to the Orient. U S will demand restoration of the Manchuria status quo and treat with no alternative. Also notes a Central of Georgia wreck near Glenwood Alabama injuring 24 passengers with six seriously hurt. Florists and New York listings noted in brief.
Tariff talks see I Payne resign and U S A tariff policy faces new uncertainty. The issue highlights a government shakeup amid pressure on the cabinet and economic policy moves across the administration.
Former Secretary of the Navy Truman says the inquiry should favor the present case as proper but notes the mother may fail in clearing Sans name. He asserts the family deserves to press the matter, praising a mother’s efforts to defend her son despite public doubt.
The Waneton Post reports Moya, arver of Lrowkivn, held at police HQ over the death of Andrew Prk. Murphy, an old friend, discussed a boat trip with a sailor who aided Erickson’s corpse recovery, while a funeral undertaker found a body tag and alerted authorities.
Special to The Washington Fort New York describes trains on the Third Avenue Elevated Racing through simultaneous fires at Bowery and Ninth Street. Passengers were drenched by water jets and smoke choked platforms as trains sped to safety. Firefighters rescued a man atop a roof while thousands waited on the platform at Ninth Street. All passengers escaped as flames consumed the area and the fire was brought under control.
Testimony portrays Sutton firing a fatal shot during a confrontation. Officers recount witnesses and actions around Adams and DeHart as they sat near the dead man. Adems denies a combined assault claim and questions linger about Sutton's state.
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