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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1905

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Hyde Strikes Back in Removal Suit Over Trust Power

James I Hyde sues to remove Alexander as trustee of the Hyde ed trust, alleging a conspiracy to seize control of the Equitable Life Assurance Society. Tarbell and Touhey are named in alleged efforts to dominate the trust via defamation and organized schemes, with lengthy accusations of planned actions at Sherry's banquet and broader attempts to influence the management of the trust assets and property. The complaint calls for removal and seeks court action to settle ownership and control of the trust estate.

New York Way James W Alexander Equitable Life Assiring Society James IL Thyde Annie Alexander Tien West Genertron Hyde Mbvar Pole

Snyder Appeals for Aid After Tornado Hits Snyder Oklahoma

A destructive tornado and hailstorm in Snyder and nearby towns cause extensive damage and injuries. Estimates place injuries around four hundred, with at least 125 killed across Snyder, its vicinity, and outlying farms. Debris and demolished farmhouses line a thirty-five mile path as workers from railroads and volunteers begin relief and debris removal efforts. A relief committee led by B Dower appeals for aid as hospitals brace for wounded and homes, barns, and a church suffer major damage. The Marlow area also reports wind and hail damage, with several structures ruined and property losses topping thirty thousand dollars.

Snyder Okla Spyder St Louis and San Francisco Railroad Company Debra L Beckham Denver, Enid and Gulf Railroad Company B. Dowden United States Ald Guthrie Okla Marlow Indi Catholic Church John Hutchingon

Seven Killed In Mine Explosion At Cora Mine

An explosion of 100 pounds of dynamite at the 1,500 foot level of the Cora mine, part of Heinze interests near Butte Montana, killed seven men instantly and injured one. Names include David Gitt Joy Kramer and Patrick Hanley among the deceased. one injured was Wampra a Finlander noted as in the magazine on the 3,500 foot level.

Apedal Washington Post Butte Mont Cora Heinze David Gitt Ros Will Joy Kramer Daniel O Brilw Joan Hoolihan Fls Wampra Patrick Hanley Wampra

Big Gas Tank Explodes in Philadelphia Disaster

In Philadelphia on May 17 a massive gas tank at the Point Breeze Works of United Gas Improvement Company collapsed. Two men were killed, including George Hoy and James Ogilbie, with Owen Brady fatally injured. Two escorts were seriously burned as the explosion and collapse sent crews fleeing.

Philadelphia Point Breeze Works United Gas Improvements Company George Hoy James Ogilbie Owen Brady Gas Company

Remains of John Paul Jones to Return Home

Navy announces Rear Admiral Sigsbee will lead a squadron including Brooklyn Chattanooga Tacoma and Galveston to France to fetch John Paul Jones remains. Galveston at Norfolk being fitted out. Sail date likely June 6 to June 8 from New York. President approves burial in Annapolis Maryland after repatriation.

Sigsbee United States Navy Department Sigshee France John Paul Jones Brooklyn Chattanooga Tacoma Galveston Dominican New York Stout Atlantic Norfolk Department Morton Roosevelt Annapolis

Fire sweeps Breeden W Va area causing multiple losses

W V Breeden May 12 a fire swept Mingo County causing about 5 dollars in damage. Buildings burned included Robert Staffords store aveting G D Marcums dry goods store L F Lindsays residence Perry s saloon George Vinson s saloon and restaurant plus several smaller structures. Insurance was slight. An Axle Light electric car lighting system touted as up to date used power from the axle and listed advantages. Also advertised 1 25 to Baltimore and return 1 25 Pennsylvania Railroad tickets good on all trains except Congressional Limited and valid for feature not Sunday night.

Huntington W Va Breeden Mingo County Robert Stafford Aveting G D Marcum L.F Lindsay Perry George Vinson Baltimore Pennsylvania Railroad Congressional Limited Feturo

Nan Patterson Freed On Own Recognizance In Cab Murder Case

New York May 12 Nan Patterson released on her own recognizance after a long court battle over the murder charge in the Caesar Young cab killing. District Attorney Jerome cited lack of further evidence and noted two trials ended in hung juries. Patterson's sister and Morgan Smith accompanied her as she left the Tombs for Washington.

Washington Post New York Nan Pattersong Ita Jerome Caesar Young Washington Julia Smith J Morgan Smith J B Patterson Nan Patterson Bridge of Sighs Gaff Attoney Rand Recorders Father

Nan Patterson Freed Crowd Cheered As She Exits Court

Nan Patterson leaves the Criminal Courts building with her father and Abe Levy, amid a cheering, pushing crowd. Police clear a path as reporters and bystanders press close. Nan smiles, waves, and is escorted to a waiting cab, while onlookers linger outside Levy & Unger offices.

Nan Abe Levy Criminal Courts Center Street Pellmell Lim Street Elm Street Father Corypanions Sergi Walsh Bima Street Gond-by Levy & Unger Park Row Nan Patterson Washington Attorney Levy

Loomis Case Dominates White House Cabinet Meeting

Roosevelt and Taft discussed the Bowen Loomis dispute at a cabinet session with no action taken yet. Loomis may face a formal hearing next week as Bowen is recalled from Venezuela, while Roosevelt prepares for forthcoming Western trip and Harvard commencement plans.

Bowen-Loomis White House Roosevelt Taft Herbert W. Bowen Francis B. Loomis Bowen Ito Venezuela Washington New York Hay Europe Wilson Southwest Loomis Harvard Kean New Jersey Elizabethtown Brooklyn Gen. Loewe

Strike Nears End as Chicago Union Faces Defeat

Chicago news reports mounting blows to the striking Teamsters Joint Council. Nonunion drivers surge ahead with 4000 police guards, white replacements entering at 250 per day while several schools see sympathy strikes. A blacklist targets 4500 strikers, with 2400 positions filled and claimed racial graft disputed by protesters.

Senator Burton Robbed on Chicago Street Car

Special to The Washington Post Chicago May 12 Senator J Ralph Burton of Kaneas arrived in Chicago at Polk street station He boarded a Dearborn street car four men followed him on the rear platform and restrained him Later the conductor asked for a fare and Burton found his pocketbook missing An Army family furniture auction notices a large lot from West will be sold at Stoans today at a.m. You miss it unless you turn to 5 and read the 14th item volume y

Washington Po Belmont Robert Weatherspoon State Penitentiary Weatherspoon Ford J Hess Hess Zimmerman Columbus Kansan Chicago Washington Post J. Ralph Burstey Kaneas Polk Street Dearborn Benator Yorhia Fara Burton Gulag West Stoan's A. m

Hyde vs. Alexander and the Great Parade of Blue and Gray

Today's issue highlights Hyde versus Alexander, Nan Patterson of Way Home, Chicago strike ending, Croker's son dies mysteriously, and a large parade of Blue and Gray. Also noted are railway matters, Loomis case, and various social, sports, and editorial items across pages 1 to 9 with multiple local and national briefs.

Hyde Alexander Nan Patterson Chicago Croker Loomis E T D Myers Virginia Brookland Goth Court Sergt Harry White ‘House Wall Street St. Paul's M E Church Hubbard Russia

Victims of Wreckidentifed as Harrisburg Collison Toll Rises

Twenty two dead and six in critical condition after the Cleveland and Gmeinnat express wreck near South Harrisburg on the Pennsylvania Railroad. Identified victims include Samuel Sulebert Max Stettheimer Thomas Lewis and Charles Bisinni among others. Unidentified bodies to be laid in state at Market Square Presbyterian Church before interment in Harrisburg Cemetery.

Barrisburg Nobert Docgherty Philadelph Ames Phillips Pittsburg

Big Tim to resign from Congress for Albany senate post

Tim Sullivan of New York will resign his House seat to start a term as state senator in Albany on January 1 1997. A Tammany leader and longtime city figure he rose from bootblack to power with varied ventures including saloon work and race horses.

Washington Post New York Tim Sullivan Washington Albany Congress New York City Tammany Hey Hus Sulivan Tammany Politico Richard Croker Sullivan

Escaped man scales White House fence seeks entry

A hatless man in a thin blue serge coat tried to force the rear door of the White House. Claimed to be Daniel Costable an Italian insane he said a spirit told him his murdered wife was in the White House. He was restrained after a struggle with six officers at the station.

White House Daniel Costable Hopkins Italy Corne Manson Francesca Uberty

Capt Hart Accused Naval Official Faces Court Martial

Special to The Washington Post San Francisco May 1 Capt Franklin W Hart paymaster of the transport Lawton is arrested for drunkenness and will be court martialed He arrived from Mare Island with orders for 10000 dollars at the navy pay office but details of the 1000 dollars in orders remain unclear

Washington San Francisco Cal Franklin W. Hart Washington, D.C Lawton Hart Mare Island Esterday Navy

Croker's Don Dies A Victim Of Some Drug In KC

Herbert V. Croker son of Richard Croker was found dead on an Atchison train between Kansas City and Newton. He had visited a Chinese resort after leaving the Coates Hotel, with porter Charles Woodson claiming Croker accompanied him to a resort before boarding. A letter identified Croker and a West Twenty-second Street letter were found among his papers.

Kansas City Herbert V. Croker Richard Croker Tammany New York Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Newton Kans Biles Okla Young Croker Charles Woodson Coates Hotel Woodson Croker Negro Sayg Woodson Saye Sixth Street Wyandotte Delaware Streets Woodean Donoy Uuck Coun East Crokers Zach Mulhall Oklahoma Halding New York City Joseph Miller Tench Bliss Youn Croker Kensis City Wordson Iquor Bliss Oklacare 191 Ranch Leter Zech Mulhall Joe Miller J D Carroll Miller Carter West Twenty-second Treet Sfarascan Elm Ridge Tod Sloan Aackey Richard Coker Yerkert Hetter

Garfield A Fielding Candidate Seeks Congressional Nomination

Special to The Washington Pee Cleveland Ohio May 12 A lively race for the Congressional nomination in J A Bercher's district is under way Commissioner of Corporations J A Garfield is the prominent candidate. He plans a vigorous campaign and will be heard widely. Also notes that Pullman private cars are equipped with Axio Light electric lighting and many official railway cars. Bald efforts to promote a day outing from Baltimore to Antietam Keedysville and surrounding towns depart 8 am May 14 from Baltimore and Ohio station.

Commissioner of Corporations Oto Washington Pullman Frederick Antietam Keedysville Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

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