Railroad policy talks show mixed views among leaders
The article reports on how financiers and railroad leaders including J P Morgan associates have debated remedies to improve the railroad system. It notes only one of four presidents met with Roosevelt, while others have differing opinions. President Roosevelt plans to hear more views before Congress convenes, and discussions with Mellen and Interstate Commerce Commissioner Franklin Lane are mentioned as part of the consultation process. Gov. Johnson of Minnesota and the question of state powers in rail regulation are also touched on.
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Delayed Railroad Work Hits 2000 Jobs in State
A Delaware and Hudson official reports orders halting most construction in the state will lay off about 2000 workers, with similar actions on other railroads in the region. Expect delays to cut more orders for alloy piles and over twenty million dollars in supplies, amid federal attitude disputes and pending legislation.
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Washington Post
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Public Service Commissions
New York
Weather Wonders Mark Warmest March Day Since Last Week
The day featured record warmth across the Middle Mississippi Valley, the Great Plains, and the Southwest, with Oklahoma and western Texas seeing temperatures several degrees above prior records. A cold front moved to the Lower St Lawrence, bringing moisture and rain or snow to portions of the Midwest and Northeast. Winds along Atlantic coasts were brisk, and storm warnings appeared on the Atlantic coast from Delaware Breakwater to Eastport. Local reports noted temperatures, humidity, rainfall, and sunshine for the period, with variations across regions and cities.
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Railroads called for public support to sustain Southern growth
At the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce dinner President W W Finley of the Southern Railway warned that current legislation threatens railroad and national prosperity. He urged cordial relations with the public, promoted sound business principles, and stressed the need for better transportation facilities and public moral support to continue railroad expansion in the South.
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Rumor on Railroad Bonds Denied by Secretary Cortelyou
Secretary Cortelyou denies any order to withdraw railroad state and municipal bonds from banks and substitute government bonds for public funds. The report sparks market concern but officials say such an act would contradict prior assurances and federal policy. Bonds deposited have been reduced from 90 million to 25 million, with rail road ties representing a minority and values largely preserved.
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Seedless fruit failing in California crop
Special Cabre reports from London that California seedless Jers oranges are inferior to the juicy donuts of five years ago. The fruit is dry and spongy with signs of quality depreciation. Seedlessness appears to reduce the flesh’s succulence and firmness, risking degeneration into a vegetable sponge.
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California
Schmitz Case Continued to April Trial Date
San Francisco March 19 The Schmitz case was continued to April in Judge Donne s court by consent of both sides. Schmitz attended the brief proceedings and declined to comment on alleged confessions said to have been made to the grand jury by members of the board of supervisors.
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Defense Near End Point For His Alienists
Proceedings in the Thaw trial continued with cross examination of defense alienists about Armen Taschjian who killed his brother. Prosecution hints a new letter from Thaw may be admitted to show his state of mind. defense may rest tomorrow. Elder Mrs. Thaw attended court but did not testify again.
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Expert testimony on Thaw insanity cited in trial
Dr Jelliffe and Dr Pilgrim gave detailed opinions on Thaw mental state citing acute insanity and paranoia. Jerome's hypothetical questions framed expert conclusions that Thaw was insane when he shot White. Cross examinations by Delmas and the district attorney grew heated as textbooks and prefaces entered evidence disputes.
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Wrangles Over Insanity Classifications At Thaw Trial
District Attorney Jerome locks horns with Dr. Jelliffe during cross examination on Thaw insanity. They clash over dementia praecox paranoia and other forms, with both sides trading questions as the dialogue grows stormy and protracted.
Thaw Case Witnesses Clash Over Insanity Evidence
Testimony centers on whether Harry K. Thaw understood the nature of his act when he shot Stanford White. Drs Jelliffe Pilgrim Gregory and Wagner describe Thaw as insane or lacking full grasp, while Jerome presses on hypothetical questions to define insanity and its legal meaning.
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Thaw Letters Row Opens Defense Cross Examination
The defense argues over the Thaw letters as Jerome presses for full disclosure of correspondence with the banker. Dr. Evans testifies that Thaw’s act may have stemmed from a form of juvenile insanity affecting knowledge of wrongfulness, while cross examining the specifics of the hypothetical question and the accused’s mental state.
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Thaw Case Revelations On Insane Realization And Letters
The defense and prosecution clash over Thaw’s mental state with witnesses describing his actions as an insane realization. Attorneys argue over admitting letters from J Penniston Lyon as evidence, delaying final witness testimony and signaling possible conclusions tomorrow.
Fire at Augusta Chronicle Office Damages Plant
A blaze at 3:35 PM devastated the Augusta Chronicle building and Western Union Telegraph Company office, destroying the Chronicle’s print shop and eight type machines. Losses range from 75 000 to 100 000 dollars. The Chronicle printed a four page edition from the Herald office at ten o'clock.
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Payne Party Returns From Panama Canal Inspection
Kingston Jamaica March 19 The Payne party of United States Congressmen who have been inspecting the Panama Canal arrived from Colon on the Panama steamer. They report high satisfaction with progress and plan to sail for New York this afternoon. Secretary Taft and the delegation will proceed to Panama Cuba and Porto Rico in May. Alaska's Governor Wilford S. Hossiett leaves Washington for home and will stop in Southern California on the return trip.
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