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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1908
Page
1
The piece quotes President Wilson arguing socialism is doomed and condemning plans to dictate corporate methods as futile. It urges returning to the old legal process to punish guilty officials and hold individuals financially accountable, stressing the primacy of rule of law over the reign of sentimental officials.
An Italian inmate used a razor to stab a fellow prisoner and wound a guard in an attempted escape. The assailant was overpowered with Deputy Warden Cornen’s help. the condemned man Brunett may be involved, and authorities plan to review the incident as a possible international concern.
Reports from Nowth Yughtéia describe a severe famine ravaging the Thostel and Yaleutsk east, with hundreds dead and many more afflicted. An epidemic worsens the toll as distress rises, while officials face accusations of government neglect and traders exploit vulnerable communities.
Eyewitness reports morning crowd as James Kelly, a nonworker, leapt onto the promenade near the Brooklyn Bridge tracks. He dodged a collision but was struck, dying from severe head injuries as the streetcar halted. Traffic slowed for minutes at Hudson Street.
The Jersey press reports Senator Frank B Imes denies plans to delegate or attend the Fourth Congressional district Republican convention. The piece asserts that customary practice sends two U S Senators as delegates at large, and notes arguments favor banking deposits with Union Trust and its capital and surplus of $200,000 with interest on all accounts and government control.
President Roosevelt weighs creating a permanent technical assistant secretary of the Navy to coordinate bureaus and reduce wrangling. The plan would appoint a line officer to oversee construction and equipment, relieving civilian officials and aiming for unified naval development amid ongoing armor belt disputes. Admiral Converse likely candidate. Fox praised for New Orleans, Grant, and Farragut roles.
A report from Carter and Washington counties notes Brownlow faction conventions to gauge Taft stance. Taft opposition appears evident as Republicans align against the Ohioan and prepare to announce their candidate support, seeking Tennessee loyalties amid Roosevelt administration influence.
The article outlines a dramatic court scene in Binehemion New York on March 4 involving a dynamite bombing suspect. Loris Eastman testifies to police chief Goodrich about the arrest and alleged use of dynamite to threaten street cars. The defense seeks to prove the accused was used as a tool by others to mislead the court.
Augusta Ga March report cites John D Rockefeller stating prohibition is good to keep liquor from Negroes and lower whites. He claims sentiment grows in the United States and England, urging state action as best for Georgia. Also includes a railroad fare note and travel ads.
Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis levied a one cent fine on George S Miller for attempting to collect a $2 debt from Dr D S Wilkins. The judge warned of up to five years but imposed the token fine and Miller left the court.
From Formosa reports say first Japanese naval squadron will sail today on ocean service with another fleet reassigned since March 7. Tokyo asserts maneuvers not tied to China talks. Japan to pay Hongtong yen for Tatsuo cargo and detain arms while expanding port controls. Macao and Portuguese waters to be addressed later.
The Washington Post reports Charles W Morse receives financial aid from relatives in New England as he contests gas and party accusations. Eugene P Curver of Carey Wardner Goodwin Boston is Morse's civil action attorney in federal courts, a boyhood friend also aiding. James Mayford of Gifford Hobbs Heard will assist as Morse moves to inform the public this week about the case.
In Jamestown Noxomar Assembly District delegates clash between Bryan supporters led by Frank H Mott deputy attorney general and the Conners Bennett group led by Frank E Shearman. The latter’s delegates are seated after a 24 to vote. A resolution endorses Bryan and requires instructed national delegates to back Bryan at the State convention. Travel and station details noted for transportation of attendees and offices.
Leaders of major railway unions meet with Speaker Cannon to press for stopping legislation that could curb interstate railroads earnings and force wage cuts. They warn panicked conditions and proposed bills on freight and passenger rates threaten revenues, urging lawmakers to let corporations operate with fewer restraints.
Special to The Washington 26 recounts a New York Mar M A report claiming Daniel O Reilly urged Evelyn Nesbit Thaw to settle for 200000 and avoid alimony in the annulment case. O Reilly denies any truth and says a Supreme Court April term decision is not yet made. A. S. Government Pays Johnson Bros. coal premium advertises savings.
Kavanaugh of Davenport Iowa reported to police that he lost 7500 dollars to two men posing as sport club representatives in New Orleans. They staged a prearranged wrestling bout with a Seattle wrestler reputed to beat the world. The Seattle wrestler allegedly bled on cue, and the crowd dispersed as the victim sought redress. Police say the hemorrhage was caused by a bag of red squid teeth hidden on the mat.
Gas ignition in the basement of a five story Natchez Drug Company building at Main and Nertz Union streets caused a deadly blast. Chief Laubet and six young assistants were killed instantly, a carpenter named an escapee broke his neck fleeing the danger, and another man suffered broken legs. The explosion wrecked the rear wall, ignited a fire destroying eighteen residences, and left bodies burned in the ruins. Recovery work to begin under militia supervision as investigators assess the debris and losses.
Pittsburg detectives with Secret Service assist seize two men tied to a nationwide counterfeit operation. Police say the gang forged United States coins and prepared numerous false currency casts for shipment to large eastern cities. Moulds and ready for striking were uncovered, and several gang members were captured after a gun battle.
Special to The Wash eo Pest Appleton Wie War 1s-41 ending a masquerain on January 22 disgused as Satan moved fatal to Wise Schmidt as teacher of Binek "reci in Chicago 368 terday After the party ,he was unable to remove the mash of home made greave paints She was kept at home several weeks after the parts, and local ping ans worked in vain to retame the paints Later she was taken to Chicago or treatmen.
The board of education voted to abolish all fraternities and sororities from public schools in Vills Kegan before Ware. Three frats and two sororities with about 26 members faced removal over claims of snobbery and lawlessness. The trigger was a fraternity's skeleton and heist incident that highlighted deterioration of social standards.
The State Department will adopt a new cipher code after theft of the American Legation code book at Bucharest. The present code in use since 1899 will be replaced following reports of peg ent code losses. Secretary Root authorized the upgrade as part of a broader security revision.
A late night Neweth Methodist conference address criticized liquor laws, with Gov Fort cited as opposing broad legalization. Attendees pledged support for stricter measures and law enforcement while urging licensure and closer control of alcohol traffic.
Wartime orders accelerate construction and repair. The cruiser West Virginia and USS Maryland will be completed to sail by April 8 from Mare Island, with all work rushed per Navy Department directives. The monitor Wyoming is being converted into an armed vessel with repairs sped up.
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