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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1908
Page
40
Chinese authorities refused any unconditional release, while Japan demanded immediate ship release. The dispute centers on jurisdiction at Macao and risks of wider conflict as China contemplates arbitration or capitulation amid French and Japanese positioning and U.S. concern.
Fragmentary OCR content mentions Mr Wu, a secretary, a Chenese minister, and references to a presentation to a president. The readable parts are garbled and do not form a coherent event, date, or location to summarize reliably.
Fragmentary report hints at fake orders and wartime naval sales activity in Peking. References to financial reps, transport and dock construction suggest underhanded procurement schemes involving ships and equipment.
Officials at Peking held a far reaching conference to discuss China Japan disputes over the Tatsu Maru. The talks aimed to resolve naval seizure, cargo disposition, and China’s sovereign rights with Japan awaiting final settlement. A resolution urged confiscation of the ship and cargo, prompting reactions from Canton authorities and indicating broader tensions with Japanese manufacturers.
A collection of testimonial lines claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures numerous ailments from pimples to eczema and blood disorders. Albert A Jagnon of Douglas town NY touts it as the best blood medicine that makes the weak strong, while Mrs John Woolly of Sparta Wis praising its ability to cure a worn out feeling in her son.
Official dispatches claim Commandant camade led a decisive French victory against Madrakas Mzabs and Murat Hafid adherents in Morocco. French losses were light as enemy forces abandoned positions during a headlong retreat amid rugged terrain and heavy combat.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce moves to delay support for a prohibition law until public sentiment is clearer. The municipal legislation committee proposes business–centered study, including visits to cities with alcohol bans, before endorsing or opposing any measure. A wholesale traders meeting plans a special trade-getting train to Maryland Virginia and West Virginia with cost estimates and firm signups to boost local trade.
Sedge Kimball of the Police court remanded German instructor Fickinger after Rene Servieres testified he was attacked with a drawn knife. Policeman Cramer broke in as Servieres suffered multiple stab wounds. The incident occurred at the Bornitz School of Languages on Fourteenth Street NW.
Charles R Cameron alias Robert Campbell was held yesterday by Judge Kimball of the police court in 7000 bond to the grand jury. He is accused of obtaining 200 on four money orders from United States Savings Bank. He telegraphed police from Rockton requesting an officer. brought to the city by Central Office Detective Burtingame.
Loula Schmidt proprietor of a saloon and cafe on WM Seventh Street died last Tuesday leaving a life interest to wife Mia Amelia Barbara Schmidt. Upon her death the estate will be divided equally among Milton Louis Schmidt Emma Louise Sehrut and Maud Viola Schmidt. Mrs Acnvnlatte named sole executrix of the will, which was probated May 3 1944.
George T B Cooper, formerly employed at the tobacco store of Charles W Downing at 531 Seventh Street Northwest, died yesterday afternoon en route to Emergency Hospital after collapsing in Charles Diets restaurant. An ambulance rushed him to the hospital but physicians could not revive him. Death is believed to be caused by acute gastritis. The body was taken to his aunt's home, where he had boarded. funeral arrangements have not been made.
War ships make fast time with Admiral Thomas reporting a telegraphic reach from Pensacola. The Atlantic battleship fleet advances toward Magdalena Bay, aiming to arrive by March 18. Flotilla leaves Callao for Panama to join the fleet amid Peruvian naval ceremonies and goodwill speeches.
Secretary Metcalf received a cordial invitation from the Civic League of Santa Barbara to attend a flower festival celebrating the visit of Admiral Evans fleet. Printed on vellum and wound around redwood, the invitation is signed by the executive committee led by president B. H. McCalla. It notes the secretary has not yet decided whether he can attend.
Funeral services for Rev Charles Alvin Smith who died suddenly Sunday night will be held tonight at 7 in Peck Memorial Chapel where he served as pastor. Rev Dr Charles Wood of the Church of the Covenant and Rev Dr Joseph T Melly of Fourth Presbyterian will officiate. Pallbearers will be Church of the Covenant members. the body will be taken to Newark New Jersey tomorrow morning for burial. A memorial service is planned for Sunday night at 7:48 with Rev Dr Wood officiating. Smith belonged to several Masonic orders that will attend, and he is survived by his mother, his widow, and three children.
A brief notice invites potential renters to inspect the vaults to gauge security and comfort of safes. The statement emphasizes that safe boxes start at 55 per year and upward and encourages in-person viewing for adequacy impressions.
Bergen County coroner plans inquest into Walter Baker death at Bogota home with Dr William Boos to testify. Boos claims arsenic poisoning. Prosecutor Koester to question witnesses and may present case to April grand jury. Baker said “poisoned” and asked for a doctor while being dressed by Frank Hurd.
New York reports Mrs Olga Stein nee Segarovitch arrested on forgery larceny and embezzlement charges totaling over 50000 tied to Russian schemes. An extradition warrant has been issued. she faces an extradition examination March 16. Counsel for the Russian consul general cites similarities to Cassie Chadwick case.
California State Association hosts a lecture by Representative Knowland on Historic Landmarks of California drawing the season’s largest audience. The talk featured stories and pictures of mission churches the Monterey custom-house Suter's Fort Tremont and portraits of Tremont Sloat Marshall and other famed Californians. Mrs Englebright performed a dramatic Western poem.
John Callahan of 1317 Fairmount Street Northwest died yesterday at Providence Hospital after a severe grip. He was stepfather of Judge William H De Lacy and a member of John A Rawlins Post No 1 GAR, having served as aide and messenger to Surgeon Otis in a New York cavalry train during the Civil War. He is survived by a wife ill with pneumonia and two half brothers, Michael and Martin Navier, of Rochester, who are in the city and will accompany the body to interment today.
Providence Hospital physician Dr. Harrison Crock testified in a Beltimore and Ohio Railroad suit seeking 6360 for services to victims of the December 30 1906 wreck. He claimed railroad engagement and hospital ward duties, while railroad officials dispute employment and liability.
Lancaster County farmers union appeals to the unemployed through federal bureaus to seek farm work across eastern Pennsylvania. The league says most farmers can employ one or two laborers year round and summer jobs pay higher wages than those received by urban laborers in the region.
W E offers full assortments of the new season go-carts including latest improved styles and a variety of patterns. An advance stock of mattings is available with prettier effects and higher quality. Prices are clearly marked in plain figures.
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