Dickinson Resigns as Secretary of War to Enter Business
President Taft accepts the resignation of Secretary of War Jacob Dickinson. Henry L. Stimson of New York is named to succeed him, with Dickinson to leave after his successor qualifies. The move, announced amid party maneuvering in New York, aims to straighten the Republican tangle as Stimson plans duties in Washington and Millington is named assistant treasurer in New York. Dickinson’s parting letter thanks the President. Taft praises his leadership in war department governance and foreign affairs.
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Dickinson resigns amid Mexican crisis and Stimson choice
Secretary Dickinson writes May 4 that resignation would avoid embarrassment but urges public interest guide the move as Mexico’s crisis deepens. President shows approval of cabinet pick Stimson, seeing broad GOP support in New York. decision followed brief deliberation with Senator Root and others. Continued on third page.
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Mexico
J. M. Dickinson
Stimson
Republican Party
New York
Senator Root
Coronation Festival Opens at Crystal Palace Amid Cheers
King George and Queen Mary opened the festival of empire at Crystal Palace in London amid massive crowds. Forty thousand schoolchildren greeted the royal pair. a 4,500 strong trained chorus joined 12,000 in the audience for God Save the King. chaos troubled seats and a box-office revolt followed the king and queen’s departure as a multi-century pageant began. Canada’s parliament buildings replica and other displays highlighted distant dominions with Canada funding a large portion of the $2.5 million cost. Queen Mother Alexandra at Sandringham after Mediterranean cruise.
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Lady Decies Undergoes Appendicitis Operation
London May 12 Lady Decies formerly Vivien Gould was operated on for appendicitis at her home 4 Hereford Gardens. The operation was by Dr Mayo Collier senior surgeon at the Northwest Hospital London assisted by Dr Scott. The condition at midnight was described as entirely satisfactory. Ex Queen Natalie critically ill at Belgrade in Vienna May.
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Decies
Two in Death Case Plotted Suicide Says Girl
A girl testifies she and a companion planned a suicide pact. The case unfolds with questions about involvement, motives, and the timeline of events leading to the fatal outcome. Authorities review evidence and interview witnesses as the court proceeds.
The Occultist Doctor’s Death Mystery Deepens
Dr William Larson, editor of Health Culture, is found shot dead in his Riverside Drive apartment. Alta Marchevka, his six year secretary, claims a death pact and communicates from beyond with him, while Coroner Feinburg and Dr Philip O Hanlon debate suicide versus murder amid occult theories and romantic intrigues surrounding the physician.
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Noted Love and Loss at Larson Case In Attic Tales
Miss Marherka, living on the top floor, recalls young nurses in flat shoes and plain hair who fasted and meditated. The coroner asked about Larson. she responds that she loved him, calling him good and great and a perfect man.
Open Way for Taft Boom in Illinois Senate
Chicago May 12 Illinois Republicans move toward Taft renomination as State Senate Republicans who backed progressive laws organize and urge progressive Republicans to join in a party control battle. The action signals readiness for a future national campaign while Illinois is viewed as a key battleground in the middle West where insurgency is strongest.
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Winds to Bring Relief From Warm Wave Today
The weather bureau promises relief from oppressive eastern heat as north and northeast winds break the warm spell. Observers note summer’s arrival with crowds in Lafayette and Franklin parks and in Judiciary Square, as temperatures remain high despite a slight drop from the prior day.
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Black Hand Threat Targeting Brooklyn Woman
Special to The Washington Boat reports lawyer Charles Burnstein of 914 Putnam avenue Brooklyn is seeking the writer of a threatening letter sent to his sister Mrs. Nathan Sacha of 132 Nostrand avenue. The note, mailed in Brooklyn on May 3 and forwarded via Chicago to Cincinnati, demanded $5,000 be sent to 122 Nostrand avenue by Tuesday morning or the reader would be killed. The missive bore skull and crossbones and the initials B. H. R.
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Lightning kills fielder at Baltimore ball game
A bolt of lightning struck William J. Myers an 18 year old youth during an amateur baseball game at Union League Park in South Baltimore. He was killed instantly as thunder rumbled and sun shone. At least twenty others were affected though most recovered with aid. several needed help to get home.
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13 Million Fraud Charged in Canadian Cement Merger
Sir Sanford Fleming of the International Portland Cement Company alleges in a parliamentary letter that over 13 million dollars of securities were improperly transferred to a financier and associates during the creation of the Canadian cement merger. The merger, arranged by W M Aitken of the Bond and Share Company, involved eleven leading Canadian firms with 30 million dollars in capital.
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Statehood Bill Revised for Ali ona New Mexico Admission
A revised bill for admitting Arizona and New Mexico as states was presented in the House by Chairman Flood of the Territories Committee. New Mexico would be admitted immediately if voters approve amending their constitution to ease future amendments, and Arizona would join if voters strike out judicial recall from their constitution.
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Miss Edith Deacon Loses Fiancee Estate
Newport May 12 Miss Edith Deacon long kept vigil for her fiancé George Lee Peabody of Boston who died from illness after operations. He planned to leave his fortune to her, but the will was never signed as he grew too ill to execute it. Deacon, now with Peabody relatives, has become quieter after years as a lively cottage resident.
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Divorce Granted to Yale Professor's Wife in Record Alimony
New Haven May 12 Judge Gager granted Mrs Eva Wheeler wife of Yale Professor Henry Lord Wheeler a divorce and 100000 alimony after the referee's report. Intolerable cruelty alleged. last winter Wheeler allegedly struck his wife at their home, injuring her sufficiently to require sanitarium care. Mrs Wheeler formerly Eva Swartout of New York. Wheeler is prominent in scientific circles domestically and internationally.
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Silhouetted embrace triggers deadly shot in Brownsville
In Brownsville Pennsylvania on May 12 a rejected suitor Mosi Fillangan fired two shots from a magazine pistol at John Bosso and his fiancée Bamti Betidnni in a stepfather’s home. Bosso died from a heart wound, Betidnni fainted, Fillangan fled and is believed to have seen the embrace photograph that incited the attack. Bosso had courted Betidnni after she arrived from Bohemia, but she later chose him instead.
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Joseph Felloni
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Petioni
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Harum Twins Lose In Swap Horse Deal
In Hammond Indiana on May 12 John Marevich of West Hammond and Joseph Moeller of Stieglitz Park, famed as the Harum twins, arranged a swap of horses. Both beasts were blind and slated for a glue factory. Moeller wanted FIG to boot but settled for a dollar. Marovich refused but offered his horse in exchange with a drink to boot. En route to a saloon Marovich's horse died. The dispute heated as Moeller accused Marevich of driving too fast. A passerby then stole the other horse amid the quarrel.
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Divorce Granted to Mrs Druscilla Crego in Kane County
Mrs Druscilla Crego obtained a divorce from her aged husband George M. Crego in Kane County amid cruelty claims after she produced a photograph showing a black eye. She eloped two years ago and receives a $7000 settlement, signing away dower rights and any claim to the Crego estate. The note references train schedules to Baltimore for weekend travel.
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329 Saved At Sea as Merida Sinks Near Virginia Capes
The steamship Merida with 329 aboard sank after a collision with the Admiral Farragut in dense fog 12 miles northeast of Cape Charles. Rescue by the Hamilton and Town, with Fierce efforts to repair wireless, saved all aboard. One woman among passengers was seriously hurt.
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Stimson Succeeds Dickinson in Today’s Issue
An index lists key stories including political shifts with Stimson succeeding Dickinson, international notes on British rulers are mentioned, and various briefs across society, sports, finance, and local updates. The page highlights reader notices, legal items, and upcoming events in Alexandria.
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Diaz Holds Presidency as Rebels Seek Clear Resignation
Mexico City May 12 Gen Diaz will not leave the presidency while unrest lasts, says Finance Minister Jose Yves Limantour. He notes Diaz will state his retirement terms if needed and awaits rebels reply through Judge Carbajal. A peace path hinges on rebel demands and acceptance of Diaz's manifesto by insurrectos.
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German Officers Fight Duel Over Quarrel Injures Baron’s Ally
Berlin May 12 Special cable reports Artillery Lieuts Baron von Darwig and von Loe dueled with pistols by order of a court of honor. The duel arose from a fishing quarrel. Von Loe was wounded but not fatally.
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Alarm in Mexico City as Rebels Advance Near Torreon
Special to The Washington Poet reports government measures in Mexico City amid rebel movements across Zacatecas Torreon and Cananea. Authorities bolster guards, move artillery, and fear armistice breaches while Americans flee and ambassador Wilson calls the situation serious. Rebels press into Torreon and Cananea braces for attack.
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Cananea
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