24 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1909
Page
1
Reported conferees near a tariff compromise on labor issues as talks focus on iron ore coal print paper and cotton schedule. A tentative agreement on coal numbers and related taxes aims to speed adoption of a broader tariff plan while tariff discussions hinge on labor and industry resistance.
Fung Choy aged thirteen alleges she and another girl were bought in China for a price of $609 and sold in New York to a Washington man’s agent. The girls fled Chinatown, were found by the Gerry Society, and later remanded to the society with a hearing set. Police traced no decisive guardianship, while witnesses linked to Miss Mary E Banta and others face questioning as the case unfolds.
The article discusses Taft likely urging Congress to restore old DC boundaries by retrocession to Virginia. It cites Taft’s May speech noting Congress erred in ceding parts south of the Potomac and outlines 1902 and Senate actions, including Hoar’s judiciary committee report, on Attorney General proceedings to determine constitutionality and potential compensation. It mentions Arlington and Alexandria and the political, not judicial, nature of the matter.
Ambassador Count von Bernstorff departs Washington for Germany to spend the summer and autumn on his Bavarian estate. He praises American hospitality and expresses a wish to remain here years to strengthen U S German relations. The German embassy will be led by Councilor von Wedel and stationed at Beverly Farms for the season.
The article discusses Taft's stance on restoring Alexandria to Virginia or remaining in the District of Columbia. It notes doubts about constitutional validity, potential appeals to the Supreme Court, and possible congressional action to repeal the 1868 act. Divided local opinion exists in Alexandria and Virginia on rejoining Virginia or keeping the district boundaries.
Kittens delivered to Representative Tawney Smith and Mann in the House office building to urge humane treatment and the care of cats in the District. The Public Education Association decorated the baskets and cards pleaded for feline welfare and added cat care in the impounding and health measures amid ongoing dog concerns.
Paris dispatches recount how Prince Alfonso of Bourbon Orleans married Princess Beatrice of Saxe Coburg after royal meddling by King Alfonso. Despite Beatrice’s Protestant faith and objections from relatives, the couple wed secretly in Coburg with a papal dispensation. The union, shielded from public view, followed a sequence of royal persuasion, diplomacy, and church permission amid Madrid and Vatican involvement.
In Spein a parliamentary majority forced the king to exile a relative and strip him of titles for marrying a Protestant who is a niece of King Eawara and a cousin of rulers in Germany and Rusela. The prince petitions King Alfonso to ease his front-standing. The Infanta Walalle, his mother, laments the ruin of her son's career as both Spanish and British royal houses show sympathy.
New York Mayor McClellan vetoed the aldermen passed building code aimed at fireproofing materials, provoking a heated clash with Tammany Hall and allied real estate interests. He contends cinders and concrete can be safe, appointing a committee to study the issue.
James Phelps, Rayville outfielder, died after being bitten by a snake at Monroe Louisiana on July 2. He had just made a spectacular catch and was walking away when he stepped into water and was bitten. Despite efforts, he died about a day later. A similar incident occurred on the same route a year ago.
A compact summary notes legal records and financial items across the issue. It highlights contractor appeals to Taft, creditor dividend prospects, and a growing good roads project, with mentions of political and financial items interspersed among racing results and society notes.
Reports from Madrid and front lines recount mutinies near Morea and Mora, with crowds crying down with war. Gen Marina demands 46,000 troops to secure victory as Alfonso visits barracks. demonstrations suppressions and arrests follow, while government tightens censorship and mobilizes police to restore order.
Frederick L Gayton, a prominent broker based in Baltimore, shot himself in his apartment after a电话 call with his wife who is summering with daughter Mrs Will iam Courtney Reid in Roland Park. Associates say he appeared well earlier. family cites a past fever illness and a period of irrationality. He was about 60.
Twenty one bodies are listed dead after the Galveston Bay hurricane. Capt Bettison and his wife were found at Morgana Point, their bodies lashed together. Ernest Booth, a dining room boy, was rescued after nearly 48 hours afloat near Morgans Point. The disaster also destroyed Hogg Mansion and other plantation homes along the Braxon River. Damages are estimated at $759,000 with extensive loss of life and injuries.
Countess Szecheny to enter a sanatorium in Vienna for a planned ten day stay. Reported her ailment is not serious and Count Szechenyi will accompany her. Preparations completed for arrival near month end at one of Vienna’s notable health retreats. The message notes no serious illness and mentions the husband’s accompaniment.
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