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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1907
Page
14
Reported negotiations show Southern official accepting a conference arrangement while Judge Pritchard signals agreement on appealing to state courts. The dispute centers on federal court interference, with Southern Company preparing an injunction to block related suits.
A fragmented report notes contempt case proceedings and questions directed at witnesses. It references counsel, a judge, and potential incrimination in relation to an ongoing investigation. The text mentions individuals and a courtroom setting and hints at anticipated testimony and legal strategy.
The Supreme Court urges clemency for Barrington, recommending commutation to life imprisonment amid Governor’s review of his death sentence. Discrepancies in body identification and extended delays raise questions about the trial’s findings and due process.
Irene Kauffmann, daughter of Henry Kauffmann of the Sam department store family, accidentally drank carbolic acid from a bottle on her bureau in her Ocean Avenue, South Elberon summer room. She fainted and died before help could reach her as attendants and neighbors rushed to respond to the tragedy.
G O Cutler, former water commissioner of Wheelersville, was arrested on three counts of falsification of records and embezzlement. He allegedly collected water taxes, issued receipts for higher amounts, credited smaller sums, and kept the difference. Receipts larger than entries on city books indicated shortages from four cents to one dollar per receipt. Bond set at $400 on each charge for grand jury.
Investigators probe a murder of Armenian rag merchant Tayshanjian in New York blamed on a blackmail scheme linked to a secret Armenian society once seen as patriotic. District Attorney and police detail alleged Pay or Die tactics by syndicate led by Huntchak leaders with branches abroad. several members slain or fled as arrests loom.
Long excerpt reports 1902 slaying tied to Armenian revolutionary groups with Chicago as headquarters. It describes Chutjian and Tarshanjian murders, Bedros Hampartzoomian’s alleged role, and claims the Chicago faction directs the society from a house with secret files. Police vow action against the group amid broader mob intrigue. Also mentions four flush bands blamed for gimmick acts and union scrutiny.
The Assembly caucus agreed to accept the Senate apportionment bill ending the stalemate. The plan joins Livingston, Speaker Wadsworth’s home county, with Steuben, Senator Lully’s district, and was adopted after a lengthy dispute. An extraordinary session is expected to adjourn tomorrow.
At the Pope Building on Columbus Avenue a fire broke out shortly before 3 o clock, caused by an explosion of pie in Turner Picture Frame quarters on the fifth floor. Elevator boy Arthur E Richards kept the car running through smoke, guiding about twenty girls to safety as the blaze spread to the top floor and was controlled within about thirty minutes.
Boston reports from the battleship Georgia victims at the U S naval hospital in Chelsea show Seaman Fane in critical condition after dusk. Seamen Meese Thomas and Bush remain unimproved and in danger, while others are recovering and out of danger. In St Louis six deaths and fifteen prostrations were noted as heat records climb.
Widowed Amy Jayheila Robinson Warner challenges John Warner estate provisions claiming fraud and concealment of negro descent. Commissioner Vespasian Warner testifies his stepmother Isabella Robinson Warner is of Negro blood, alleging a taint in the family line affecting the ante nuptial agreement and dower rights. The case, heard in Clinton, details a $1409 estate, annuity terms, and two Warner daughters amid contested wills and marriage history.
One armed inventor Hudson Maxim leapt into Lake Hopatcong at night and pulled Miss Marz and Miss Susie Williams from the water. Both young women were in serious condition from nervous shock and exhaustion. Maxim, swimming with one arm, brought them to shore after a lengthy struggle.
Norfolk Va July 23 seven beri beri cases developed in the last week on ships of the Brazilian squadron in the harbor. They were removed to Portsmouth Hospital with two in a critical condition. The disease is attracting widest press attention among local physicians.
A San Francisco report details the Columbia San Pedro disaster with 160 survivors named, 16 new additions, and 96 unaccounted. It notes two bodies recovered, including Mrs O A Lewis of Pasadena, and lists missing crew and cabin passengers. The Pomona brought a survivor and crew, drawing crowds at the dock. CONTINUED ON FOURTH PAGE.
Hamilton Nations Bank of Chicago files suit in the Supreme Court to foreclose a mortgage on the southeast corner of Broadway and Twenty sixth street, Martins case occupying the premises. Defendants include Richardson T Gibson and Preston J Gibson, Trustee Warwick E Montgomery, and Supreme Court Justice Edward D White. Five notes totaling 2512 each became due December 18, 1906. Last letter from Gibson says he is on his way to raise money.
Reports detail Hall seeking a new trial as Molitor women fear mob violence around Karlsruhe courthouse. Crowds disrupt proceedings, police escort Molitor relatives to Baden station, and debate on verdict grows. Supreme Court appeal may address procedural issues. if upheld, retrial possible with new jurors in November. Potential life sentence if retry fails. Niagara Falls excursion advertised with travel details follows.
A vivid battle scene reports a landing by National Guard units under Col Ogwen at Fort Hunt and Fort Washington. Across a smoky shore and ramparts, guard forces press a stubborn defense against an attacking fleet, while artillery and mortars unleash a deadly crossfire.
At Fort Washington Maryland dawn reveals a weary garrison after a night engagement. Men exhausted from the struggle claim the enemy was repulsed on all sides, leaving defenders confident they hold the stronghold amid dim dawn light.
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