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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
1
Secretary Straits issues wartime powers to deport political foes, giving inspectors and commissioners authority to confer with police and authorities. Article notes potential removal to foreign nations under statute limits.
The document outlines provisions on banning entry of anarchists and sympathizers, with penalties for aiding their entry. It details deportation options, court processes, and enforcement by the Secretary of Commerce and Labor, including timelines and costs for detaining and returning individuals. It references section numbers and penalties, plus related administrative procedures and care provisions.
Officials report federal officers and city leaders discussing deportation of avowed comrades and convicts amid intensified efforts against anarchist activity. Watchorn and Pollca, with Chief Shippy, confer on safeguarding authorized measures while cities like Den announce actions linked to Father Leo amid urgent anti anarchist patrols.
Simeon Ford of New York mocked Theodore Roosevelt as a political blue pill at a Boston Real Estate Exchange address. Secretary Taft defended his chief, declaring the loyalty impulse demands an answer and praising Roosevelt's principled leadership amid a Republican Club dinner with Gov Guild and Senator Burkett.
Two Utah embezzlers who fled Brigham City with $16,000 entrusted by seventy five Japanese beet workers were tried and convicted in Japan after the Uta n government paid for collecting affidavits. An absolute auction of Persian rugs at Sloan’s 1407 East today at 11 am and 3 pm.
The Hepburn bill proposed a tax of 3.30 per hundred shares on all stock transfers after June. Wall Street traders voiced concern that the radical measure could destroy the stock market or push trading to London and other markets. Old-timers doubted passage while noting the high selling costs under the plan compared with international exchanges.
Former political figures meet at Lunca Grin and shake hands amid a broad discussion of the national political situation. Local differences are not discussed. Murphy says there is no war and emphasizes peace. The lunch at the Hardware Club features Murphy Whalen and mayor McClellan with no public comment on local politics.
A broker with offices at Battery Place was robbed and left insensible near Stewway and Ninety-eighth Street by two assailants described by Detee the Goss. One suspect was arrested on the description, another captured later. MacLeod identified the men as his attackers.
Rome faces a near panic as officials suppress news of a smallpox outbreak to curb tourist fears. Prohibition on telegram reports fueled rumors, leading to widespread alarm and exaggerated tales about the disease in the city.
Paris cabinet votes to send 4900 additional soldiers to Morocco to sustain offensive operations and rest tired units. Parliament to consider a $90,000 appropriation for general relief and improvement work in Morocco Florida and Carolina resorts. Seaboard Air Line offers three daily trains.
Special to The Washington Post reports from Mexico City that Banco de Minero in Chihuahua was robbed Sunday night of 295000 pesoes in various denominations. Police claim many suspects have been arrested but the culprits remain uncertain. Experts suspect American thieves, and telegrams have been sent to banks and border offices to seize the money.
Threats of arson against two Philadelphia Roman Catholic churches, St Anns and the Chapel of the Holy Name, prompted police surveillance and plainclothes guards. The Holy Name school closed after a reported robbery plot, while investigators pursued suspects linked to warnings received by Rector Matthew J Handy.
The last gaseous element to resist liquefaction has finally been condensed by a scientist. Special care ensured by researchers as Kammerlin Oures and Leder labored to stabilize the process. The achievement marks the end of efforts to condense helium, the final gas to yield under controlled conditions.
Special to The Washington Post reports on Rev Dr Robert S MacArthur of Calvary Baptist and Bishop Amstel weighing in on ministers kissing women in their congregations. The piece cites Bishop Amstel defending stern measures against Rev Mr Sapire and notes MacArthur’s view that such conduct is a serious misstep for clergy.
In a wartime era report from New York on March 4 a legendary Japanese wrestler Hitachiyama receives an apron described as heavy yet richly decorated with the Imperial dragon and silver accents. The ceremony included a pledge of cultural exchange and a note on colonial budget debates.
A German officer Von Goeben killed Dragoons captain Maryon Schoenbeck after confessing that the wife of the slain man hypnotized him to crimes including planning arsenic poison. The lover and mesmerism claim emerged in a sensational confession made just before his death by suicide.
Special Cable o The Washington boat Buenos 4:res Mer 3-it has become known here that an attempt was made two weeks ago to murder Senora Sigue roa Alcorta wife of the President of the republic Shereenes a bag of peaches in which was found an infernal ma chine President Figueroa Alcorta has received numerous congratulations on the fortu nate escape of his wife Herron Wald thausen the German Minister congratu lator am to beyan the name of the Ahaiser and the imperial government.
Body of Charles F. Miller found shot in Mansfield Ohio railroad yards. Listed as a former ticket taker and streetcar conductor, last seen a year or more ago. Fathers noted as a wall contractor. Police investigate possible connections to Memphis war era events.
Special to The Washington reports the John Abner murder indictment with John Smith as state’s witness. Smith testified he and Abner, Curt Jett, shot Thomas Cockrill from a second floor courthouse window. Judge Adams paused the Hargis case to proceed with the Abner matter.
Clima Ontimo reports plans for a visit by the Prince of Wales to Canada in connection with the Qieter tercentenary. A letter from Sir Wife Laurier in the House of Commons states the prince could attend during the summer, possibly between July 2 and July 9, amid enthusiastic reception.
Debris from a powder explosion spread over about twenty acres. Two men were severely injured. The blast shattered windows and damaged rail equipment. Cars were hurled into the air, track torn up, and the train wreckage burned. Injured were taken to St Francis Memorial.
The article describes a large gathering supporting Roosevelt policies with strong praise and a defensive stance on his forward program. It notes speakers, party unity, and references to Foraker and Dick organization figures along with mentions of Taft supporters and a broad political atmosphere.
Rex T Hall aide and former Springfield church leader sparks debate by labeling Abraham Lincoln as merely a ward politician who did not associate with the city’s better class. The Grand Army post and university faculty in Bloomington discuss the controversial claim and review it.
A Brussels dispatch to the Washington Post reports that Germany has assured Congo Independent State authorities of active support against any British pressure. The Kaiser is said to be prepared to intervene if necessary to back Germany's aims.
Miss Merck, a known entertainer with circus appearances, died after a prop gun misfired during tea service. Miss Defframe, arrested on a technical charge, witnessed the accident as it unfolded at her home. Merck had planned a move to Cincinnati for the holiday season’s start.
The National Bank of Commerce will reopen Monday in its own quarters in the Commerce Building after a December closure. William Barrett Ridgely of Washington Comptroller of the Currency will serve as president, with Laward Ridgely a cashier and George T. Cutts the government receiver in charge as first vice president.
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