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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
1
Treasury clerk Hugh Holus Jr. shot his wife at home while asleep after talking of revolver practice and dreams of burglars. He was awakened by his mother in law, and later exonerated by a coroner’s jury. Holus had practiced at a shooting gallery and bought a new pistol.
The coroner’s jury rules the death of Evelyn V Hollis was caused by two gunshot wounds fired by her husband Hollis Hollis was reportedly unconscious at the time of the shooting and the jury declares he is not responsible for his wife’s death The trial describes sleepwalking and an alleged burglary motive as explained by witnesses and medical testimony from the inquest held yesterday in Baltimore.
Hugh Hollis private secretary to a Treasury official shoots his wife after dreaming of burglars and buys a revolver in the afternoon then spends the evening target shooting. He placed the loaded gun under his pillow and was known as somnambulist. A coroner's jury exonerates him after his mother-in-law explains the tragedy. Medical professionals note sleepwalker families face similar risks.
A global push to curb opium planting and sales gains momentum led by the United States with Roosevelt backing. Secretary Root absent, Assistant Secretary Bucan coordinates. China leans toward reform, while Britain cautiously agrees to attend under conditions despite Indian interests. The push follows Bishop Brent’s Manila plea and seeks to limit opium use in the Philippines and beyond.
Liberals clash with socialists in the House over the labor party’s pet bill the right to work. Asquith Burns and Liberal MPs oppose the measure while socialist leaders led by Ramsey MacDonald defend it. The division shows a government risk of split with the socialists amid fierce debate on unemployment relief and state control of production.
A historical discussion argues that stopping importation for medicinal use could curb opium smoking. It notes doctors’ concerns, Britain and China positions, and the idea that limiting supply may save many from a “horrible curse,” while acknowledging the economic factors tied to production and trade.
Advertising copy for The Sunday Post claims it reaches households with wallets ready, containing more ads than rivals and promising strong results from Washington beat newspaper promotions. It emphasizes broad readership and high advertising value.
Three former high officials and contractor Huston were convicted of conspiracy to defraud Pennsylvania in the Capitol furnishings. Jury verdict came after nine hours of deliberation, with motions for new trials to follow. Huston, Snyder, Sanderson, and Shumaker face potential further trials and bail status remains as the case continues.
The Department of Commerce and Labor issued a statement to correct misreports about an investigation by Herbert Knox Smith into bucket shop regulations. Secretary Straus notes the President referred the matter to the department but did not order a broad stock exchange probe. Smith is to use his own judgment and report facts the President desires. The note includes unrelated timetable text about the Baltimore and Ohio line.
Three bandits robbed Tyro Bank of 2500 dollars in broad daylight. They guarded the exterior while two took funds, then fled toward Oklahoma with armed pursuers in pursuit. A posse pursued near Wann as citizens tracked the robbers toward Bartlesville and Dewey with 100 armed men.
London reports a 20 year old music teacher and typist patient in Birmingham Hospital who walks in sleep and reads writes in total darkness. She plays piano tunes a violin crochets and writes letters while asleep, then remembers nothing when awake. condition improves but she still sleepwalks at times.
United Mine Workers members in Indianapolis suspend work cautiously and offer operators another chance to discuss a wage scale. A meeting is set for March 4 in the central competitive district to avert a strike.
Charles J. Glidden of Boston and Mrs Glidden arrived today bringing a motor car from Syria. It was the first automobile seen in Jerusalem and caused a sensation among the populace.
Charles G Dawes of Chicago declines the presidency offer of the reorganized Knickerbocker Trust Company of New York. He has definitively refused the post and remains with the Central Trust Company in Chicago. The report notes Dawes was offered the Knickerbocker chair and did not accept.
Large blaze rages in Bahia's business district with 33 buildings consumed and losses rising. Bahia, Brazil, a major commercial hub exporting sugar, cotton, tobacco, and coffee, lies near Rio de Janeiro. Firefighters struggle to contain the inferno as damage mounts.
The report covers Senator Carter labeling a politician Abe Ruef of the city amid a history of a land grant on Anacostia Flats. It notes a Public Buildings Bill of 1906 passed hurriedly with little congressional awareness of its provisions and questions Bieber’s claim and character, likening it to a dangerous night animal.
Senator Carter denounces alleged profiteering at the Capitol amid accusations of title clouding on a block, a $5000 sale for 1600 by 265 feet, and a $3000 fraction. He singles out Sid Bieber for using public acquaintance to trade on influence and questions a DC firemen fund retirement claim. The speech trails into critique of public figures and accountability.
Senator Carter accused Sidney Bieber of using influence from the Pennsylvania Railroad to secure land title near the Anacostia River via a controversial act. The debate touched on constitutional provisions and tactics to push a land grant through, with Carter blaming backroom pressure and noting past district involvement.
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