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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1909

Page

11

The Road to Mandalay in Burma and Rangoon's Rise

A fragmentary report describes King Theban’s harsh rule and executions in Mandalay, British responses, and a rising Rangoon economy. It notes international tensions with France and Italy, trade shifts, and speculation on Rangoon becoming a gateway to Asia for Western goods amid anti English sentiment.

Mandalay Government of India Bombay Burma Trading Company Theban Rangoon Aken Asmrot

Sighs of Settling Strike Threatens Steel Car Workers

Disjointed OCR fragment describes labor tensions at Pressed Steel Car Company, noting strike pressure and potential recall of workers amid climate and political references. Mentions Thad Hof and a general sense of upheaval, with unclear connections to British and Burmese terms and a monarchic or imperial frame.

WON WITHOUT A STRIKE IN WASHINGTON STEELWorkers settle wage dispute without walkout

Iron puddlers of the Titton district and allied unions resist open shop tactics as the Steel Company and subsidiaries face wage demands. Workers report increases below hoped for, with the old scale expiring June 16 and crews continuing work pending new terms.

Washington Sons of Valtin Wade Iron Titte Amalzanated Association Tron Smet Steel Corporation Sone Ofvir Tron and Steel Company Byera Comian Wotlo Corporation Preng Pirike Wes Krantel Calvin

Michigan Ship Sets Record Speed on Trials

Michigan’s tests ended with the vessel achieving a record speed of 18.12 knots on the Maine coast, completing trials after a lengthy build. The 18,000 ton steelfinisher, built for the Shin Building Company, demonstrated flawless machinery and seamanship throughout the test. The ship’s speed record was confirmed after multiple trial runs and checks along the coast.

Washington Michigan Tiny New Fork Shinbuilding Maine Ture Cape Cadana

Killing Over A Girl Near Pub Stabbed In Bar Fight

In West Chisster Pennsylvania July 4 Fred Mendenhall and Ernest Snyder stabbed William Barrett to death in a pub. Authorities say the killing arose from a quarrel over a girl both men pursued. The suspects are now imprisoned.

West Chisster Pa Fred Stendenhall Ernest Snyder Willeyam Barrett

Pensions Advice Replies to War Widow Claims

Readers seek guidance on eligibility and dates for Civil and Spanish American War pensions. Questions cover act 1908 widow eligibility, start date of benefits, and house ownership effect. responses cite dependent status, service-related disability, and prior law.

Food Prices Soar As Meat And Fish Hit High Notes

Market reports show grass fed cattle arriving in numbers but underfed, meat prices climbing with beef rounds 18 to 20 cents, fish and soup meats costly, and groceries ranging from 10 to 40 cents per item. Dealers warn profit margins shrink as costs stay high and consumers face steep shelf prices.

Brealy Healo Leavenworth Hans Ahat Rae Yomion Dons Neal Gwe

THAW CASE HEARING SET BEFORE SUPREME COURT JUSTICE MILLA

Prisoner Harry Thaw faces a critical pretrial grilling as prosecutors and Justice Mills prepare for a key hearing in New York. Jerome Rivado, appointed to press the state case, will conduct cross examination to test Thaw's fitness for release from the Matteawan Asylum.

Honda Jerome Specie Washington White Plain Harry ‘Thaw Milla Tommorow Mutteawin Attoney Winslow Westchester County Jerome Janrome Justice Mills

July Wheat Outlook From Bache & Co Weekly Review

The July wheat market is central, with progress in harvesting and thrashing boosting new wheat offerings. Tariff clarity is near, money conditions remain favorable, and crop prospects support steady security levels. Flooded Galveston sparked fears of depreciation, but only unforeseen disasters may alter the current momentum.

Washington Pass New York SJ . Bache & Co Financial Review Com Brit Galveston

Strength in London outlook for trade revival

London reports show renewed investor confidence amid steady gains in Berl market and a potash rally after a syndicate renewal. Americans drive activity as union banks merge, and foreign bonds drift with copper and Spanish markets in focus.

Berl Boerse Crista Farle

Steel Prices Advancing Amid Strong Pig Iron Demand

Large quantities of pig iron ordered from eastern furnaces signal rising steel costs with a $2 higher wire products price. Northern buying gains momentum as contracts exceed 40,000 tons, including 49,900 basic and 49,000 foundry grades, much of it moving to Buffalo and eastern Pennsylvania mills. Steel plate, bars, and fabricated steel see mixed gains, while overall anticipation of a further $2 per ton uplift looms.

New York Won and Steel Listen Buffalo Pennagania Connecteet Lestlie Machinery Wagan Locomothe Pittsburg Manly

Taft Diaz Meeting Offered by Washington Telegraph

A Washington man telegraphed San Antonio officials offering to bring President Taft and President Diaz to meet in San Antonio instead of El Paso for a reported 500. Mayor Callaghan would not disclose the writer’s name and indicated he would ignore the proposal.

Washington Washington Post San Antonio Tex Major Callaghan Washington DC Taft Diaz Paso Callaghan

Gains After Decline Guessing on Union Pacific

Speculators trade on possibilities tied to Union Pacific holdings as the market notes cash reserves and a favorable crop outlook. Copper and steel show renewed strength while rail orders edge toward normal as crops near harvest. traders weigh reinvestment and future demand amid evolving tariff signals.

Pressure on Money Markets Affects Crop Outlook and Loans

The article notes banks facing demand for funds amid winter market shifts and rising loan activity at varied rates. It discusses anticipated higher money needs for crop valuation, with estimates suggesting funds exceeding last year by about five million dollars, while road and industrial company refinancing remains active. Retailers and mills face end of year considerations as agricultural and trade improvements counterbalance potential rate increases.

Waore Airoad Suciic Pennsylvania Mike Ar

Death by Own Action Swindler Frederick Hy man

A swindler known as Frederick Hy man used an alias to obtain goods from the Queer Muslin Underwear Company in Philadelphia and Portland. He forged identification, received $100 worth of items, and fled to New York where he was later identified in a rogues gallery and linked to past arrests for passing worthless checks.

Wotan Ee Fim Lipnin Walt | Co Portland Idaph Wolf End Fem Ade Park Menaser I New Yok New York Rogues Galler Frederick Hyman

Death by own action thwarted by heart failure in Philadelphia

A Civil War veteran named John Procter aged 57 was found dead today in Philadelphia as he attempted suicide by hanging. He climbed onto a barrel, tied a rope around his neck and attached the other end to a wall spike, but he was struck by heart disease before the act could be completed. His son discovered the body. no signs of strangulation were present and the death is attributed to natural causes.

Harrisburg Ware Howe Martha HD Traverick Moctar Han Pot Texas Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Union Basic Philadelpmia John Procter

Fire at Shippensburg Engine Plant Causes 95000 Loss

Fire ravaged the Domestic Engine and Pump Plant in Shippensburg yesterday afternoon. The blaze started on the roof after a locomotive passed the Cumberland Valley Railroad yard. The interior suffered substantial damage including mold boxes and engine patterns. loss estimated at 95000 and partly insured.

Wastington Hagerstown Shippensburg Cumberland Valley Railroad Bs Insurance

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