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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1908
Page
1
A chaotic prison attack left a victim with a deep throat wound and warden slashed as two assailants were shot. Officers pursued suspects through Montana Pen as inmates rioted and attempted to flee. A deputy and several guards sustained injuries while officers prevented further bloodshed.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions political figures and events with broken phrases. The readable bits refer to Senate discussions, possible votes, and local actions, but specifics and clear facts are missing. The article appears to be a confounded page segment with garbled names and numbers, not a coherent report.
James Faulkner, brother of Robert Faulkner, entered the Richmond almshouse with three bullet wounds tonight and asked for aid. Police charged him with complaints in the riot that wounded nine people, including two women, last Sunday night. Faulkner, a gold filer, alleged that his brother and another man fired at him, striking his leg.
At a mass meeting in Emory Grove the Republicans of Kensington endorsed Warner for Congress. Warner spoke in favor of a square deal and government control of corporations while urging obedience to law by rich and poor. He stated President Roosevelt supported him in spirit and helped to hold up his hands.
Edward Pit Che funeral for son of General William J Hickey is planned at St Pauls Catholic Club Fifteenth and V streets Northwest Washington DC. Burial will be private. Survived by widow and child. Funeral Wednesday at 3 PM with resident mass. burial private.
Mexico avoided foreign control of railroads through Jose Limantour's policy of government guarantees on bonds while private operators run lines. The scheme, approved by Diaz, aims to prevent Hariman and other magnates from exploiting assets, requiring no public money and preserving competition and regional development.
Baltimore officials warn the Pennsylvania Railroad tunnel remains dangerous after four workers died from gas. Inspector Preston orders ventilation upgrades and may halt traffic if unaddressed. railroad counsel disputes danger while autopsies seek cause. Mayor Maher urges immediate inspection.
Police arrested a man found ransacking J B Lawler’s Saloon at 10 E Street NW after a struggle. The burglar hid in the rear, stealing 67 cents and a $1 bill from a framed display. Officers Strobel Walsh and Scott detained him, and the suspect, name given as Butler, claimed Virginia Avenue NW residence.
A fire last night damaged the wholesale and retail tobacco establishment of Edward P Hayles on Northwest Street. A passerby alerted police and firemen as smoke filled the building. efforts focused on the rear where flames driven by dense smoke spread. Stock damage estimated at around 1 000 dollars with some recovery possible through insurance.
Special to The Washington from Wellsley Mass notes Professor of rhetoric at Wellesley College denounces bridge as a fixed relaxation for women and mocks bridge players while contrasting college life with rowdy male behavior. The piece questions intellect and social roles, praising other arts over bridge and lampooning campus culture.
The Pacific Fleet under Admiral Evans sails toward Magdalena Bay with target practice the priority before shore leave. St Louis relays first fleet message from Connecticut as ships approach 1800 miles south of Magdalena. Promoters expect tent bazaars and theaters but shore leave is likely limited. crews face hard work, drills, and spotless hulls amid a bustling coastal welcome plan from San Diego to San Francisco.
Reports from Tokyo detail Chinese seizure of the Japanese steamer Tatsu Maru near Macao for alleged arms smuggling. Chinese gunboats surrounded the vessel and the Chinese dragon flag was raised, prompting a demand for immediate release and punishment of those responsible. The incident heightens tensions as Japan weighs independent action or waiting for China’s reply, with premier Satonji and Foreign Minister Heyashi steering the policy.
Maryland Attorney General Charles J Bonaparte opines Western Maryland Railroad receivership not caused by the Hepburn commodities clause as it did not take effect until May 1. He notes the company could not meet April 1 charges, appears insolvent, and the reasons for the failure remain unclear.
Venezuela has made the first payment on the Mexican claim amounting to 0000 draft of £5560 received by the Mexican government yesterday. The loan originated mid nineteenth century when Venezuela and Colombia were united, later faulted by Castro who repudiated it. Mexico pursued arbitration with Spain, the Hague upheld the initial decision, but Castro refused to accept.
Ten person skiff overturned on Appelachee mill pond this afternoon. Three young women drowned while two men in the party were rescued with great effort. the others survived. Investigation cites overcrowding as the cause. Men exhausted after rescue narrowly escaped. All were connected with the Nut.
In a terse Washington dispatch a report from St Petersburg says Gen Stoessel has been commuted from death to ten years imprisonment for surrendering Port Arthur. It notes possible grounds for a full pardon if his health improves and mentions a fortress imprisonment. The message is unofficial and reflects rumor rather than confirmed policy.
Queen and Dowager Empress of Russia view Morgan’s art treasures in a London mansion. Majesties admire priceless paintings, miniatures, and church ornaments as electric lighting enhances each piece. A Sloan Galleries sale in Washington next week promises access to European furnishings, works of art, and more from Mr E J La Place of New York.
Chandler declares that a Taft pledge by Winston Churchill and New Hampshire reformers will fail. He accuses office holders of engineering the effort to humiliate the congressional delegation and jeopardize the party’s standing.
Fragmented letter from editor shows factions led by Churchill Rollins and Streeter pressuring for Taft delegates. It labels reformers and corporate allies as manipulators, warns of a tainted state convention, and predicts a decisive battle over pledged Taft delegates at the national gathering.
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