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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
10
Secretary Straits issues wartime orders to tackle anarchists. New powers allow deportation of government foes, with inspectors and commissioners to confer with police and allied authorities on enforcement. The move prompts debate over statutory limits and potential citizen rights.
Long excerpt outlines immigration controls banning immigrants tied to anarchist activity. It describes penalties for aiding such entry, deportation procedures, and secretary authority under commerce and labor. Mentions enforcement actions, conditions for care, and related legal references.
Federal officers confer on arrests and deportations as mayor and police leaders discuss actions against avowed radicals. The crackdown targets anarchists and convicts amid chaotic attempts to curb anti government activity. Father Leo’s associates are noted in Denison as authorities pursue suspects.
Simeon Ford of New York insulted Theodore Roosevelt in a Boston Real Estate Exchange talk at the Hotel Somerset. Secretary Taft responded in Symphony Hall denying the insinuations and urging loyalty, with Governor Guild and Senator Burkett praising Taft as the party’s choice.
Utah officials failed to bring back two embezzlers from Japan who fled Brigham City with $16 000 entrusted by 75 Japanese beet laborers. Tokyo prosecuted and convicted them for a crime in Utah and paid Utah for affidavits. an absolute auction of Persian Rugs at Sloan's 1407 Gst. 11am and 3pm today.
Washington report says Representative William P Hepburn introduced a bill to tax stock transfers at 3 dollars per hundred shares after June next. Wall Street traders fear radical measure could end trading as speculation wanes. Critics warn the tax would push market activity to London and European bourses, raising selling costs dramatically.
In New York, Mayor McClellan and Tamany Hall leader Charles Murphy met at the Hardware Club after the election. They exchanged a brief nod and shared lunch at the mayor's table, avoiding discussion of local politics. Murphy called the meeting a chance occurrence and stressed no war between them.
A man returning home on Broadway was assaulted and robbed near Stewway and Ninety eighth street. Detee the Goss pursued and helped police arrest two suspects, with MacLeod identifying the attackers. One suspect was caught immediately, the other later.
Rome faces a feverish smallpox outbreak as officials suppress telegrams about the crisis, provoking fear and sensational reports. The municipality’s attempt to hide the news worsens anxiety and disrupts spring tourism, triggering a citywide panic.
The cabinet voted to deploy 4900 additional soldiers to Morocco to continue government policy against the Moors and provide rest for exhausted troops. Parliament will be asked to appropriate 90000 for general relief and improvement work in Morocco Florida and the Caroling Resorts. Best reached by Seaboard Air Line by three daily trains Office M21 Pave.
Enrique Creet, Mexican ambassador to the United States and Banco de Minero president, reports the Chihuahua bank robbed Sunday night of 295000 pesos in various denominations. Police suspect expert American thieves. entry was gained by breaking locks and vault masonry. Telegrams sent nationwide and to the American border seeking the stolen bills.
Police in plain clothes surrounded St Anns and the Chapel of the Holy Name in Philadelphia after threats of anarchists to destroy them. Guards patrolled as rumors spread, a rector allegedly received a ransom demand, and the church school at the chapel closed for two days amid the plot report.
Last gaseous element helium succumbs to scientific effort, ending decades of resistance to condensation. Researchers describe careful handling during the final stages as helium is liquefied, marking a historic milestone in physics and materials science.
Rev Dr Robert S MacArthur of Calvary Baptist, New York, questions Bishop Amstel's claim that scores of ministers kiss women in their congregations. He urges restraint and condemns promiscuous kissing while noting forgiveness for genuine contrition. The piece reports on the Episcopal Bishop’s sermon plan and broader church concerns.
Special Cable reports from Washington and Berlin describe a debate over a Mikado wrestler apron presented by Hitachiyama. The article notes wartime shortages, deaths from disease, and the imperial dragon motif on the apron. It mentions an interest earning bank account and Union Trust as interested parties.
A German officer killed his brother officer after confessing under alleged mesmerism by the wife of the murdered man. Captain von Goeben shot Major Schoenbeck then died by self-inflicted wound, claiming the wife bewitched him and swore him to father her children. The case stirred Germany as details of arsenic, deception, and a Christmas tree vow surfaced in dispatches.
Special Cable reports from The Washington boat Buenos Aires reveal an assassination attempt two weeks ago on Senora Sigue roa Alcorta, wife of the Republic’s president. A bag of peaches contained an infernal machine. President Figueroa Alcorta has received congratulations on his wife’s escape, with German Minister Herron Waldthausen among the diplomats sending best wishes to the Ahaiser and the imperial government.
The body of Charles E Miller, once a ticket taker at a Mansfield vaudeville house and conductor on local street cars, was found shot in railroad yards. He had been missing for a year or more, and his father is described as a wall-to-wall contractor. The case remains an open mystery in Mansfield Ohio.
The Washington court today prioritized John Abner and John Smith in the Cockrill assassination case. John Smith testified he, Abner, and Curt Jett fired from a second floor courthouse window. Hargis was granted more time as the Beach Hargis case moved forward.
Clima Ontimo reports a letter from Sir Wife Laurier in the House of Commons says the Prince of Wales would attend the Quebec tercentenary related to the founding of Quebec. The visit hinges on a July window between July 2 and 9 with strong enthusiasm noted.
Debris scatters over twenty acres as a powder explosion devastates a locomotive and cars. Two men are seriously injured, transported to St Francis Memorial. Train destroyed by fire, track torn up, cars blown into the air over miles, with shattered windows and embers spreading for long distances.
A crowded rally depicted President Roosevelt outlining forward policies and a strong party commitment. The report notes echoed praise from supporters, referencing Foraker and national figures, with memories of Taft era governance shaping the tone and future aims.
Rex T. Hall, speaking at a local class gathering, labels Abraham Lincoln as a ward politician who did not associate with the better class in his hometown. He notes Lincoln spent early life dabbling in politics with undesirables. The remark prompts university and civic circles to review the claim.
A Brussels dispatch to the Petit Bleu reports that Germany assures Congo Independent State authorities of support against British pretension. It claims the Kaiser will intervene if necessary.
Miss Merck a veteran performer known for exciting acts died during a tea pouring moment when an old fashioned pistol exploded in her hands. Miss Defframe was arrested on a technical charge at home. Merck had appeared with circuses for several seasons and was famed for bold travel. She planned to leave for Cincinnati with harasry for the coming season underway.
The National Bank of Commerce reopens its doors Monday in its Commerce Building quarters after closing December 6. William Barret Ridgely of Washington Comptroller of the Currency will be president with Laward Ridgely as cashier and George T Cutts as governor receiver in charge.
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