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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
32
Vermont senator MB Proctor dies at home after pleurisy and cold. The obituary notes a long career as lawyer, statesman, and business leader, including roles as colonel, governor, secretary of war, and senator, plus prominence as a quarry owner.
Proctor’s life recounts birth in Proctorsville Vermont on June 4 1831 education at Dartmouth Albany Law School military service in the Third Vermont and Fifteenth Vermont Regiments rising to colonel, later political roles including lieutenant governor, senator, war cabinet service, and a noted postwar career. The article references his death, public appearances, and memorials, with notes on events surrounding his death and Senate adjournment.
London reports at the Anti-Bearing Rein Association annual meeting the Prince of Wales voiced strong support for ending cruel bearing rein practices. A speaker cited the Prince’s denunciation from Gen. Barlow-Powell’s book and quoted a future pledge countering cruelty, alcoholism, and horse harm.
A March 4 fire at Hamatead colliery near Birmingham entombed sixteen miners. Rescue teams have been unable to reach them, and authorities fear the men are dead. The incident underscores dangerous conditions in English coal mines and prompts investigations.
Wathan A. Vidaver former candidate for judgeship on the Parsons Hearst fusion ticket is accused of taking cash as a retainer from Mont Montgomery, an indicted banker. He was arrested after a lunch at Astor House and held on bail as the district attorney reviews the case.
The State Republican convention in Columbus elected Gov Harris and other state officers, endorsed Theodore Roosevelt era policies, and instructed delegates to support William H Taft for President. A platform urged tariff revision, civil rights for Negro voters, Panama Canal completion, and federal health measures, while officials named included Thomp son as secretary of state and Beaman for attorney general.
The Washington Post reports Dr and Mrs Dagiet Bishop of Washington returned aboard the White Star liner Republic to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. The couple, who toured the world visiting Australia Persia India Egypt and more, plan a Washington celebration later this month. Dr Bishop long served as president of Hanover College before resigning last year.
Norfolk march report notes naval colliers Brutus and Aberenda near Cape Capes, following fleet to Rio, anchored in Hampton Roads. Unconfirmed rumor claims two submarine boats to be loaded at Annapolis and shipped to the Philippines, amidst wartime coal supplies and route details.
Mrs A Hart MiKee's long divorce case against MP Kee opens in Paris with sensational charges. Counsel accuses McKee of gambling away money, abusing his wife, threats with a revolver, and coercive control including forged funds and deceitful promises. Details describe lavish dress aims, paint on lips, dyed eyebrows, and a separate cross suit, with trial set for March 11.
Special to The Washington Post reports Kenney former sparring partner of James J Jeffmen shot John McMahon in a quarrel at a saloon. Magistrate Breen set bail at 5060 and warned Kenney to stick to fists. McMahon said he was bullet proof after the shooting and refused hospital care. Honduras ratifies Washington treaty ending Central American peace conference. U S Government offers coal premium and travel ads for routes to California and Boston area.
Special to The Washington Post from St. Paul Minnesota reports Gov Johnson saying he would not accept a presidential nomination even if offered. Political managers tied his name to Bryan opponents, letting the boom collapse. Without timely action the effort would have created a strong anti Bryan surge, but delays and entangling alliances doomed the bid.
In Columbia on March 4 the joint session began ballots for United States Senator to succeed the late A. C. Latimer. First tally shows FF B. Gary 60 Legrand Walker 41 J L Coker 21 W L Mauldin 19 Wylie Jones 8 R D Lee. no choice. Second ballot similar with scattered votes. Possible candidates Heyward Butler Leod Evans to be offered tomorrow.
John Grant, once a noted prize-fighter who survived a Brooklyn Bridge jump and self harm with carbolic acid, died today by gas asphyxiation at his brother’s Brooklyn home. Grants notable bouts included wins over Cal McCarthy with long draws against George Dixon and Oscar Gardner.
The German entry reached Chicago tonight after days of muddy northern Indiana roads. The American car sits in Omaha resting, while French Car No 215 remains in Chicago. The race saw several incidents including a French car inversion near Tea Movies today.
King Edward plans a month abroad, visits Premier Campbell-Bannerman in his sick room as the premier battles flu and weakness. The monarch’s stay lasts about thirty minutes and reflects slow progress toward recovery.
Portland Me March 4 A scout cruiser Chester on a 24 hour endurance and coal consumption trial averaged 12 knots, cutting coal use by 33 percent and achieving 2.7 knots per ton. The vessel set two world records for speed during trials off Rockland Me, averaging 2.28 knots for 24 hours and 2 + for a 4 hour run. The test demonstrates turbine engine viability for naval use. four screws, 375 tons displacement, and 16 0 indicated horsepower.
Persian Bugs at Sloan's 1407 Gst today at 11 a.m and 3 p.m. Hallimore and Chin Railroad One Way Colonist Fx 53.25 Washington to Pacific Coast. Low rates to many other Western points. Tickets on sale day until April. Secure details from ticket agents.
A devastating blaze at North Collinwood Public School in Cleveland trapped hundreds of pupils as flames and smoke swept the two story attic building. Only about eighty escaped. corpses filled the morgue with hundreds more injured or missing. Fire escapes failed, doors opened inward, and chaotic panic overwhelmed teachers and students. The janitor and staff attempted to lead students to safety as the fire spread from a furnace beneath the building.
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