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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1905
Page
10
Honolulu rumors swirl over a suspected poisoning case linked to a dead woman. The will favors the university, while executors note no motive, and investigators report no further leads as questions linger about the secretary, maid, and beneficiaries.
Family of Charles Lathrop and relatives in Albany Brooklyn Saratoga will inherit Mrs Stanford’s estate. Raphael Wel of San Francisco pledges 314 for a monument in front of her former California Street home now tied to university use. Dr Jordan states Mrs Stanford’s mind was clear until January 16 and hints poisoning as a possibility but seeks to honor her memory through Leland Stanford University.
Four Republicans on the Gubernatorial Contest Committee sign a minority report upholding Adams. The joint committee postponed disclosure due to Edward Wolcott’s death. The report argues Adams’ election was regular and cites precincts in Denver as supporting his victory.
A report from Jefferson City describes President and Missouri political figures clash over the U S Senate selection. Key figures Akins Niedringhaus and others align with various factions as ballots shift toward viability for 47 votes in caucus to seal a candidate.
In Dover Delaware on March 2 the Duponts were eliminated for the first time this session. Two ballots were taken showing Addicks 14 Saulsbury 13 L Hester Ball Regular Republican Thomas Curry Luton Republican 5 Hughes total 46 with one choice needed. The assembly adjourned until tomorrow. Special trains to Philadelphia New York and Boston will run March 5 to accommodate travelers after President Roosevelt's inauguration. Pennsylvania Railroad schedules include Colonial Express 740 am and other services via Maryland route with parlor cars dining car and coaches.
Dispatches from St Petersburg and Mukden reveal continued artillery duels at Putiloffé and Novgorod hills. Kuropatkin’s position is described as critical with rumors of a northward withdrawal, while rail and supply lines face heavy burdens and potential famine risks for Siberian towns.
Advices from Japanese headquarters report continued activity on the extreme right in Manchuria. Japanese forces advance northward from Tsinghochong and Henhsu, seizing provisions, dislodging Russian positions, and taking several villages near Waito Mountain amid ongoing artillery exchanges across the Shakhe River.
A Chinese report says about 400 Japanese troops entered Sinmintin three miles west of the Mukden region, scarring the town, ransacking taverns and inns, dispersing crowds, and killing one Cossack during a night mission. Japanese forces later withdrew toward Panchiatun while other units remained nearby.
Venezuelan special commissioner Senor Paul met with Secretary Hay and Assistant Secretary Loomis to detail President Castro's position on the asphalt controversy. Officials showed interest but no change in State Department stance, which favors arbitration for claims while denying scope for broader international questions.
Adolph J Bloch of Washington Pennsylvania claims he murdered Mrs Kate Falzinger and that his brother Eugene died as a result of the case. He says he did not know of the trial or execution until today and pleaded innocence while officials doubt his story and consider him guilty. The report describes the Allentown execution and the later confession from a man named Stephan White or Rudolph Bloch.
Schedule shows the 1905 inauguration events from 8 30 PM at Pennsylvania Avenue to the return and ball. Key moments include President leaving the White House for the Capitol, Vice Presidential oath, Senate swearing in, President’s address, parade, ball and fireworks. Strong entities include White House, Capitol, Fairbanks, and Pension Building.
In Topeka Kansas the Senate approved Senator Notzinger’s anti trust bill with a 2000 dollar penalty per violation and firm expulsions for repeat violators. In Lincoln Nebraska the House advanced an anti-trust measure by 72 to 1, exempting domestic firms, targeting the beef trust and Standard Oil, with rebates penalties and AG reporting requirements.
Page index summarizes today features including details of the inauguration parade, crowds at the Capitol, and visits by officials. Mentions plans to extend the Capitol, a Jamestown Exposition fund note, and Virginia Maryland News.
Attorney General Moody sent a February 24 circular to United States district attorneys directing inquiry into a beef trust. The special grand jury in Chicago will convene March 20, 1803 to hear evidence of conspiracies among fresh and cured meat producers. Report findings by March 1 to S H Bethea Esquire United States Attorney Chicago.
A westbound Pennsylvania Railroad freight train split at Lill Pa causing a crash of the third section of No 36. Two engines a baggage car and two Pullman sleepers were badly damaged. no injuries reported. Passengers were moved to other cars and continued to Washington.
A New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad station agent in Burnham village shot and killed one of two burglars after a break in. The other burglar fled. a complete burglar’s kit was found on the beds. nothing was stolen and no identity was revealed. Several shots were exchanged during the confrontation.
Judge Lanning in Trenton dismisses demurrers against J S Stone H J Quintaid Charles W Russ and James Russ of the Montana Cork Works Camden charging conspiracy to defraud the United States by inserting cork life preservers below legal weight. The ruling holds the indicted men may still face trial under the indictment.
Edward L Preetorius editor of the Westliche Post has declined the Royal Order of the Red Eagle decoration tendered last week by Dr Theodor Lewald on behalf of Emperor William. The paper notes the decline with thanks and offers no further explanation. Preetorius has gone to Washington, leaving no comment available.
Edward Freeman, a wall paper hanger for J W Mahoney in Anacostia, visited Providence Hospital with his ear severed after a playfully aggressive St Bernard belonging to Mahoney bit off the ear. Surgeons Hilton and Smith performed an operation to reattach the ear. Also notes a Fast Epworth League tour to Denver via Pennsylvania Railroad, leaving Washington July 3 and returning by July 14, with rates from $60, details from P 8 EBD and Geo W Boyd.
Topeka March 2 Attorney General Coleman files suit to appoint a receiver and oust the Standard Oil Company from Kansas The sheriff serves a summons on the Kansas City agent and Mayer says he will answer by March 30 The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad is to be included in the suit for conspiracy due to an error in the original petition and will be added in an amended filing
The French steamer La Bretagne ran aground while turning in the main ship channel at Southwest Spit in the lower bay today but was freed by the rising tide and continued toward Havre. It carried Russian Navy officers including Commanders Saxe and van Essen, who are on parole en route to Russia. Also notes on special rail trains between Baltimore and Washington and a sale at Moses Remodeling with 10 to 40 percent discounts.
Inauguration day excitement swells as Washington decorates in patriotic colors. Flags bunting and electric lights illuminate the capital while crowds flood the avenues for Theodore Roosevelt's presidential inauguration amid snow and slush. Transit and security preparations race to meet the vast expected turnout.
The Washington Post prepares special inaugural issues for March 4 and 5 1905 featuring autographs of President Roosevelt and Vice President Farbanks and an illustrated Inaugural Ballroom scene. News dealers are urged to place orders asap and postage rates noted.
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