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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1908
Page
2
Commissioner West explains failure to obtain indictments after officers bet on ponies. The article centers on a controversial police case linked to a horse racing pool and the long shot outcome at 100 to 1 with Prince of Pilsen noted in stakes and betting context.
Ten Washington detectives tracked bets at the Benning racecourse during the opening day amid a sweep by Way Sylvester to gather evidence for possible warrants. Bets were placed on Sugar Pine Bellwether Smoker and other horses. despite numerous wagers by officers, the district attorney found no violations of betting or gambling laws. The track remains under surveillance as officials weigh legal action and possible appeals.
The detective force gathered evidence against bookmakers yesterday but learned it did not violate law. The matter went before Hon. D W Baker who stated there was no legal breach by the club or bookmakers. Schedules with club officials and the day’s program were enclosed and an invitation issued. Major Richard Bylvester submitted that the club did not charge for licenses but supplied stationery for bookmakers. A district attorney aide observed the betting at the races on March 4 1908.
Gen Andrew Burt and John Patterson, Republican delegates candidates, announce canvass results showing overwhelming labor and allied support in the district. They claim labor groups, benevolent societies, business leaders, and the city’s African American vote back the Burt Patterson ticket, while rivals Father Horner field counterclaims of strength.
Mme Schumann-Heink captivated a full Belasco Theater audience with a demanding program of six operatic numbers and English songs, accompanied only by Katherine Hoffman. Her virtuosity spanned aria, recitative, coloratura, and dramatic scenework across German, Hungarian, and English pieces, highlighting remarkable stamina and precise diction.
February 108 monthly statement shows a drop of 1,535,491 from the prior year with total receipts at 18,125,082 versus 20,280,553. Over eight months the deficit reaches 6,800,914. Major sources list spirits 11,948,92? decline 1-134 S67, tobacco 31,872,692 decrease 65,451, fermogated liquors 3,233,668.
Tom Loftus is elected president of the Three-Eye League after a seven hour deadlock, ending a four year absence from baseball. He was part owner of the Washington Nationals from 1902 to 1908. The report notes his election and past involvement in the sport.
Durham W Stevens, foreign adviser to the Korean government in Seoul, was wounded in San Francisco. He rests at St Francis Hospital as doctors monitor a potential lung injury. Japanese minister Hayashi sent a cable of sympathy and offered aid. police see no broad conspiracy, only two attackers Chaeng and Chun, with one likely to recover.
Arpaxart Simonian a Smyrna graduate and Fresno, California resident urged President Roosevelt and Secretary Root to press for a treaty with Turkey guaranteeing protection for American Armenians who might return home. Representative Needham accompanied him. They argued Armenians faced slayings and maltreatment. officials voiced sympathy but noted Turkey’s stance on naturalization of Turks.
Washington Navy Yard workers are assured no further furloughs will occur as leaders in Congress pledge immediate action on a $2,000,000 emergency appropriation for armor and armament. Secretary Metcalf told a machinists committee that further layoffs would be avoided if the appropriation is approved. Committee representatives from Machinists' unions reported assurances of quick congressional action.
A promotional piece extols the St. Regis at Fifth Avenue and Fifty-fifth Street as the homelike hotel for comfort loving guests. It highlights large cheerful chambers, absence of glitter, and personalized living, noting restaurant prices align with first class hotels and room rates from $4 a day to $6 with bath for two, or a parlor and bath for a single person.
Ernest W. Emery is appointed day manager of the Associated Press in this city. For ten years he has served as wire chief for the Southern division and day editor. He previously worked with the United Press Association in similar roles and is regarded as one of the country’s most skilled news telegraphers. Emery succeeds M. Hand, promoted to assistant superintendent of the Southern division. Emery is a prominent officer of the [organization].
The Roosevelt family hosted a stereopticon lecture on the polar regions at the White House for the children of their circle. Archibald and Kermit Roosevelt arrived from Groton to visit, joining Mr and Mrs Longworth after a dinner. Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was not yet present.
Philadelphia reports Senator Boies Penrose remains gravely ill with fever down slightly yet he has lost ground in two days. Physicians Dr White Dr Carpenter and Dr Stengel say ex tremely serious condition. Messages of sympathy arrive from Virginia Governor and others. Senator Triman in Augusta Ga shows improvement resting well gaining strength.
A long OCR fragment lists numerous guests from cities including Baltimore, Boston, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Raleigh. It names individuals and couples with hotels such as Willard Ebbitt and St James, noting travelers from states like Georgia, Indiana, Massachusetts, and California.
Arthur E Fei former executive secretary of the Philippine Commission was buried in Oak Hill Cemetery after a church service led by Rev. Roland Cotton Smith. President Theodore Roosevelt and Mrs Roosevelt sent floral tributes, and officers of the army navy and marine corps attended in uniform per the President's suggestion. Pallbearers included cabinet members supreme court figures and military and diplomatic officials with active pallbearers led by Lt Downes Wilson and other notable names.
John G. Smithmeyer architect died March 10 and left a will dated June 12 18 percent bequeathing all estate to his brother Anthony G. Smithmeyer of St Paul Minn William C McIntire of this city is executor Mrs Emma Knight Frank sole beneficiary of the estate of her husband Gen Royal Thaxter Frank U S who died March 14 at his home 1707 Q Street Northwest Gen Frank's will dated April 23 1898 naming Mrs Frank executrix and beneficiary was filed for probate yesterday
In Issaquena County Mississippi a virulent contagious throat disease has killed horses and mules. Planters appealed to the Department of Agriculture for a specialist. Congressman Humphreys supported the request. An expert veterinarian testified yesterday, citing Musaissrppt as part of the discussion.
Postmaster General Meyer told the President at a Cabinet meeting that he expects to win Senate support for higher pay for letter carriers and post office clerks. The House has approved a raise from 1300 to 1200 for 12 000 carriers, and he seeks boosts for 2600 clerks and supervisory staff, with raises also for first and second class offices.
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