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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1908

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Public trial demanded in defamation charges against Chancellor Day

George A. Cooke, pastor of the Methodist church in Brandon, says he will press a public trial of charges that Chancellor Day of Syracuse University defamed President Roosevelt. He cites five specifications from Day's book The Rain on Prosperity and vows to present proof in open court rather than a secret chamber hearing. He is a stranger to the New York conference and awaits its stance.

Brandon George A. Cooke Methodist Church James R. Day Syracuse University Roosevelt Cooke Star Chamber

Purported State Rights Rally Amid Dispensary Controversy

The speaker asserts South Carolina must defend its sovereign power against federal overreach and praises Murray Patten and McSween for refusing a receiver's ship. He vows to persevere in defense of the state, claiming grafters have only a temporary refuge and that the cause is righteous.

South Carolina United States Supreme Court Murray Patten McSween

NINE CHINAMEN 10 DIE CRIMES LAID TO TONG FEUD

Boston report on a deadly tong feud case ends with nine Chinese men convicted of multiple murders tied to the On Leong and Hip Sing societies. Warry Charles, a leading Boston merchant, among those found guilty after a 33 day trial. prior executions and trials cited in the context of Chinatown clashes.

Warry Charles Hip Sing! Lonely Boston Tnal Huston Jee Watt Promiss Ile Sing Tom Wean Leong Gong Wong Dak Wong Wow Joe Guex Ding Bok Tig Dung and Warry Charles Chin Mong Quin Wong Shuchung Chin Jeet Lee Kat Nem Bioench Gnirks Triad Ray Brown Wd Pierce Quarness McFet Uit Poser Cow Seatlett China Hin Sing Tong Ch Curse Societies Philadelphia Jung Jow Mock Kun Voyamensing Chinatown On Leong Tong Hip Sins Tong

Military Court Deprives Kaiser’s Ex-Adjutant of Rank

Hohenau, former commander of the Guard Corps and adjutant to Emperor William, is sentenced by a military court in Hienar to be deprived of his rank and to surrender all orders and decorations. The case links to the Harden Moltke scandal and court camarilla revelations. The decision is confirmed by Emperor William.

Kaiser Berlin Metz Wilhelm Tan Hohenau William Hienar Wiliam von Hohenau Maximilien Harden Hardenvor Moltke Court of Honor

Pledge to Hughes Praised at Roosevelt Convention

Former Representative W H Douglass presents a resolution pledging the state to the governor. The assembly applauds President and commends the fight against wrongdoing. Hughes speaks on party duties following Roosevelt's April 11 convention remarks.

W. H Douglass Roosevelt Hughes

New York Republicans back Hughes for President nomination

The New York Republican State Committee unanimously endorsed Gov Charles E Hughes for the 1906 presidential nomination. A resolution praised Hughes as a man of Lincoln type, urged delegates to Chicago to unite behind him, and noted the call for a state convention at Carnegie Hall to nominate delegates and elect officers. The move surprised many committee members as preparations ahead of the national convention unfolded.

White House Roosevelt Apeech Wif Douglass New York Republican Committee New York Charles E Hughes Chicago W H Doug Jags Carnegie Hall Pll Hovtork Umaniiteue Vereragreeing 40 Tann Bruce Horace Porter Sammitttee Hughes Washington Lincoln Grant McKinley Hughes Lincoln Hrapire State Committee Charles B Hughes Hns Republican Party Washington

Pathmaker and peacemaker urged as New York weighs Roosevelt tie

A New York Republican meeting discussed backing a presidential timber in the Roosevelt era. Douglass urged declaring a standard bearer and uniting around a Chicago nomination to elect the party’s candidate. The talk highlighted New York’s pivotal role and the need for a bold, decisive choice.

Anna Gould to marry Prince Hele de Sagan in future plan

Paris reports say Mme Anna Gould is expected to wed Prince Hele de Sagan and move to Sagan in East Prussia. She may visit America with her children while arrangements unfold. A denial of a previous marriage is issued as talks of a secret union persist amid property and divorce considerations.

Bom de Castellane America Demal Pace Hebe Washington Post Paris Castellane- Sagan Mme Anna Gould Prince Hele de Sagan Sagan East Prussia Prince de Sagan Duc de Talleyrand Mme Gould Asimie Dur Bois Chat Au Des Mars Mme Anna Gould Prince Here Dé Sagan Acy Cidren Gount Hans Chia France

Kills Wife Then Shoots Self At Waldorf Hotel

Harry Adler a 40 year old clothing salesman killed his divorced wife Grace Nottingham 27 in a Waldorf Hotel room and then fatally shot himself. Adler left a note showing intent to kill his former wife. The couple wed in Los Angeles January 12 1916 and she had a Denver divorce a year earlier. Nottingham had previously killed Edward Murphy a railroad fireman at Avon Colorado, claiming self defense but was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and served one day in jail.

Edward Murphy Avon Colo

Sudden Gas Build Floors Ten Workers in Pennsylvania Tube Blast

A rapid gas buildup knocked ten laborers unconscious in a Pennsylvania tube project. The job site suffered a blowout and workers were felled, with one worker reported out of commission for four days.

Tummeb John Street Pennsylvania

Duchess of Marlborough Denies Divorce Rumor at Dock

Corstelo of Marlborough Home Again sails from Ambrose Channel after hour grounding. Duchess Consuela Vanderbilt, previously Miss Consuela Vanderbilt, states she is not a socialist and refuses to discuss the matter. The rumor she seeks a divorce in New York courts is untrue, Vanderbilt Jr. declares.

Corstelo Marlborough Wasag York Ambrose Channel Canapil Licama Duchess of Marlborough Consuela Vanderbilt Venderbilt Jr Oliver Belmont Willam K Vanderbilt Jr Quaianne Willam Ko Vanderbilt New York Mr Vanderbil

President Roosevelt Letter Affects Stock Market Recounts

A Washington Post report describes a letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Charles E. Knoblauch regarding the Hepburn bill and stock exchange practices. The Rough Rider leader reportedly disapproved of drastic measures but favored closing bucket shops and restricting marginal trading. Signed by Roosevelt as president.

Wasington Post Mr Loeb

Auto Crash Injures Five in Pittsburg Mars

An automobile driven by Edward C McCupgy crashed into a car owned by Willis L King vice president of Jones & Laughlin Steel Co on Center Avenue in Pittsburg Mars. Six occupants were seriously injured but not fatally including Baward C McCurdy John I Moley Carl D Collier Henry Hogan and Robert Arnald. King was not in his vehicle. Arnold and Hagen were admitted to a hospital.

Pittsburg Mars Edward C McCupgy Willis L. King Jones & Laughlin Steel Company Center Avenue Baward C McCurdy John I Carl D Collier Robert Arnald Dorset Henry Hogan Mr King Arnold and Hagen

HISS QUEEN AND EMPRESS Special Cable to The Washington Fest

London March 7 The Waltz Dream operetta by Doermann and Jacobson with Strauss music was staged in London at a theater with Striuss conducting. The audience included Queen Alexandra and the Dowager Empress of Russia. A gun salute triggered hisses and applause amid mixed protest against the interunion of the performance.

London Felix Doermann Leopold Jacobson Ostar Strauss New York Tondon Striuss Alexandra

Bank Directors Sued Over Morse Stacks Losses

United States District Court charged National Bank of Worth America with diverting funds to buy large blocks of Morse stacks. The suit seeks recovery for hundreds of thousands of dollars lost, alleging directors authorized or acquiesced in unauthorized investments. Named defendants include John H Flagler, William T Havemeyer, Alfred J Curt, John Gates, Henry Chapin Jr, Morgan Brin Ashbell, Barney, and executors T Bplzey and others.

Charles A Hanna Bank of Worth Ameria Agaist Art Wrectory Bank 5 Receer Alligel Wis Hans Nin Devares Ameruana Morse Po Amyat John H Flag William T Havemeyer Alfred JH Curt John Gates Henry Chapin Morgan Brin Ashbeh James Barney Sons of Tages Gharev

Jury Views Bakers Body Inquest Opens In Bergen County

Inquest into Walter F Luke death continues as a jury visits exhumed remains of Baker in Newark. The sealed casket and bed are inspected. coroner and county prosecutor Koester announce a grand jury will review all evidence in April.

Ridgewnod Walter F Boston Bogota N J Baker Koester Pars Prosenter Alsc Bergen County Grand Jury

Mobile Policeman Charged in 1890 Murder Case

Mobile Alabama March 7 Police officer J P Johnson, longtime force member, was arrested by Sheriff Parsons of Springer County Texas. He faces murder charges related to a 1890 killing of an elderly woman after alleged involvement with Pat Blue Johnson, a saloon keeper. The suspect disappeared after the event, and his son was acquitted earlier of a separate murder charge in Gulfport. The elder Johnson had just returned from his son's trial when arrested.

Mobile Policreman J P Johnson Pol Shereb S Parsons Springer Couns Tex Johnson Pat Blue Johnson May Hook Om Johnson Gulfport Wiss

Abner Jury Trial Details Linked to Cockrill Murder

Opening statements in the Abner jury case outline an alleged plot to murder James Cockrill. The prosecution cites a completed plan and a confession by Curt Feltis that was later repudiated. Senator Hargis and Ed Cullahan were previously accused in the Cockrill murder.

Jahson Ursalid John Abner James Cockrill Commonwealth Atorney Nasi Cockrill Curt Felt Dar

Troops Leave Goldfield as Peace Restored

United States troops evacuated Goldfield after three months, handing over main peacekeeping duties to local police and Nevada State Police. A detachment of 114 men and 5 officers departed, state police arrived this week and set up headquarters in central Goldfield. The district remains peaceful as the strike nears its end.

Goldfield United States Nevada

Oldest Confederate Veteran Owen Priester Dies at 195

Augusta report March 7 notes Owen Priester the oldest Confederate veteran in the South has died at Salkehatchie and Company aged 195. He reportedly fell while taking straw, breaking an arm and leaving an aide paralyzed. He leaves many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Augusta Owen Priester South Salkehatchie & C Brandehstdren

Roses for Machen Plans a New Life After Release

Former post office official Machen returns from Moundsville escorted home by crowd. He speaks openly of starting anew and regaining citizenship. Lawyers discuss the case and the steps taken to secure release and his future plans.

Moundsville Fields Case

Machen Returns to Washington Hopes for Citizenship Help

Machen, released from prison, vows to work hard and prove his worth if President Roosevelt aids in restoring his citizenship. He speaks of overcoming imprisonment, plans to demonstrate resilience, and remarks on the new Union Station as his train arrives in Washington.

Ife Poosevelt Machen Post Semingi Washington Union Station

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