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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1908
Page
31
A battered market shows cautious gains as industrials improve and factories lift output while railroads tackle labor issues. Investors cling to faint signs of recovery despite lingering war-time stress, with stocks edging higher and gold demand cited in muted terms.
A distorted report from Rex tt Grand Jury reveals crime figures rising with population. The chief clerk notes annual totals show a larger share of cases arising in the grand ton courts last year, suggesting broader social strain.
An inquiry by the Feder grand jury may arise from allegations by Receiver Charles A. Hanna of the Nations Bank of North America in a suit to recover over 700000 cost in stock transactions not authorized by the national banking act. He claims concealment on the purchase of 4000 shares of American Ice stock and similar purchases, naming directors and brokers, with charges that the stock was kept off the books as a loan to Whiting and later tied to further shares. The list includes Morse Plegele Willand Havemeser Alfred Hoburts and others, with several directors admitting knowledge of the purchases.
A dull London market week mirrors Paris and Berlin with scarce response to rate cuts and mixed sentiment. German shares drift as New York bears influence U.S. issues. French funds seek investments abroad while domestic credit remains weak and the Reichsbank rate cut looms.
In Asheville and Columbia reports detail Attorney General Lyon’s sharp criticism of Judge Pritchard over appointing permanent receivers for the dispensary fund. Local creditors and lawyers warn of contempt actions, while the state and federal courts debate jurisdiction, state immunity, and possible habeas or writs as the dispute over a $200,000 fund and a $300,000 custody case intensifies. The fight centers on whether the court can compel state action and resist legislative efforts to shield revenues.
An ad asserts cellulose is absent in Gold Medal Flour and promotes its wholesomeness. It urges consumers to buy the product from local grocers, claiming milling removes cellulose and that it aids digestion.
The State Court receivers appointed by Judge Pritchard faced resignations as Gov. Ansel accepted the resignation of Batted 8 States Circuit Court appointee Arthur from Union. K Henderson of Aiken, also named as a receiver, said he had not received formal notification but would resign when notified.
Staunton Virginia march Turner hakk Man attorney at law mailed to State Corporation Commission a complaint against Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad for refusal to sell him a ticket from Alexandria to Staunton for train No 1 and forcing him to buy a ticket to Covington at extra cost. He claims the railroad blocks the 5 cent rate by not stopping at Alexandria and designating stops to compel higher fares. The case argues the rule prohibits such practices and alleges the 2 cent rate law is violated.
Tobaccos in South Boston, Richmond, Petersburg, and Lynchburg show steady markets. Growers plan slightly larger crops this year, supported by favorable weather and strong demand from buyers. Receipts vary by region, with Petersburg noting a decline yet overall prices holding firm across grades and wrappers. Local officials and national buyers have visited, signaling continued confidence as the season advances.
Special to The Walling ton Post Cumberland Md. Matt Miss Willie Barlick of Connellsville, struck by a shard from a beer bottle hurled from an intoxicated crowd aboard a Baltimore and Ohio excursion train from Pittsburgh to Cumberland on Sunday September 18, recovered $1000 damages from the railroad. Testimony showed rowdy behavior as young men drank on the train and brandished bottles out the window. a bottle neck rebounded and struck Miss Barlick on the cheek.
Vehicles from Richmond to ashland struggle through Virginia mud on the way to Richmond while a line of cars near Centerville required towing by horses. The journey reflects a challenging endurance run with uncertain progress as crews press toward the capital.
Attorney General refused direct reply to Representative Clark but said the department will continue the fight against peonage. He cited ongoing investigations, noted 41 active complaints, and described white and Black victims, while stressing that prosecutions may fail yet public opinion and victim protection improve.
Seventeen year old messenger for the Western Union Telegraph Company was stabbed by a man during a street fight on Taylor Street. The youth, mistaken for another adversary, collapsed and died in hospital later that night. The assailant and the other man fled the scene.
An ad claims easy work selling life insurance with top quality coverage from Equitable Life of New York. It touts financial strength, liberal terms, and worldwide reputation. George C Jordan, Washington Manager, invites capable men to join with or without experience in a growing market.
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