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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
1
The debate over a universal transfer plan concluded with a defeat for the measure, but a temporary service is approved to run within sixty days. The plan would have extended streetcar operations using a transit line linking Washington to Baltimore and Annapolis, amid attacks on street railway companies and ongoing negotiations with federal authorities.
Westbound West Shore Continental Limited was saved from wreck as it neared Utica at midnight. Fred Langlois of Savage Arms and Deputy Sheriff Ferguson removed a spike between rails driven by three highwaymen intending to wreck the train for robbery. The trio fled to warn others before the locomotive passed.
The report details a Brooklyn physician's fear after his hand was scratched by a vertebra during an autopsy to examine a rabies death. Pasteur treatment was advised as a preventive measure while authorities investigate the cause and whether omates played any role.
Mae C Wood ends her divorce bid against United States Senator Thetas C Platt as Judge O Gorman orders her arrest for alleged perjury. District Attorney May to present evidence to a grand jury. if indicted, trial to follow swiftly. Witnesses dispute the authenticity of the marriage certificate and a handwriting expert questions the document’s timing.
A Chicago Board of Trade note reported a cease on a plan to rush corn May 1. The Houston and Quincy Railroad was said to receive instructions to aid the effort, with James A Patten linked to suspected manipulation. The market quieted as trading opened and closed with no clear movement.
Returns indicate President James M. Lynch and Secretary Treas. J W Bramwood will be reelected at the International Typographical Union headquarters in Indianapolis. Vice President J Hayes also appears reelected. The briefing notes include travel prices to Baltimore and return options via Pennsylvania Railroad with valid return until Sunday night.
Pittshurt May 21 Rev T H L Lewis head of the Methodist Protestant Conference Rev A Reynolds Cho and R Harms lay delegate chosen to attend the Methodist Episcopal Conference in Baltimore on union proposals They arrive Saturday An address by Rev J M Gill of Washington DC stirred supporters criticizing the Woman’s Home Missionary Board Dr J M Sheridan of Baltimore spoke on origins of the union movement Rev Dr Lewis defended his position denying insinuations against his integrity
A funeral coach drawn by a single horse carrying coal was wrecked on Dust Fifty Second Street as it headed east from Park Avenue. The driver John O Neil attempted to avert the collision with Lexmeton Avenue but could not. One man died at the scene with a broken head, two women were injured, and Jacob Katz a passenger sustained bruises. The coach was wrecked and the accident caused panic among onlookers.
Supreme Court Justice Rockwood of Sintone signs a complaint against two members of the brokerage firm To A Meintyre & Co. Thomas Melntyre and John Melntyre are named amid allegations they diverted over $300 in value from Frederick Moara of Waterford Noir, who rehired a total sum as the case proceeds.
The Watimatan jury in the bikery case against Abe Ruett in former bonding houses of Drives reported a disagreement and was dismissed. After twelve hours of deliberation and thirteen ballots the jury stood six to six. Six men refused to concede the provisions were unanimous and thus their testimony could not be used against the chief grafter.
A major snowstorm dumps up to three feet of snow across Wyoming Montana and Nebraska causing extensive damage. Strong winds and heavy snowfall affect over twenty five counties with severe losses reported. The storm, extending into North Platte and May 21, disrupts travel and business across the region.
Secretary of War addresses the Tennessee Bar about difficulties in taking over the Philippines. He argues transfer from Spanish monarchy to U S sovereignty, church state relations, and the Catholic Church’s role in uplift and prosperity. Also lists rail excursion details for Baltimore & Ohio and Pullman travel options.
In Bellingham May 21 electric lights and searchlights welcomed seven Atlantic fleet battleships after their voyage from San Francisco. The fleet received official and civic entertainment as ships Erie Illinois and Kearsarge proceeded to Port Townsend and Bremerton while Wisconsin Nebraska and Kentucky continued toward Bremerton Navy Yard.
News from New York on May 21 reports the Lusitania, off Daunts Rock, striving to beat the westbound record to Sandy Hook despite dense fog and a storm delaying setting her course. Speed records and subsidies are noted, with the Mauretania close behind.
Abraham Collier, brother of a New York publisher, stands trial for the murder of William H Haughey in Circuit Court before Judge Van Eabber. Prosecution urged first degree murder as witnesses testified to a shovel attack after Haughey interrupted a conversation. Defense claimed self defense as Collier denied intent and noted Haughey's intoxication.
A passenger train packed with pilgrims en route to a shrine leaped onto the Antwerp Brussels express at Conteh station. Officials say the disaster, blamed on a defective switch, left many crushed or dismembered and over a hundred injured. The scene drew troops, clergy, and surgeons to Conteh, now a makeshift morgue and hospital as Prince Albert visited the wounded.
A fifty pound explosive charge was detonated beneath the first span of a modern steel bridge on the Harlem branch near Baychester, New York, wrecking girders and disabling the structure used for foot and vehicle traffic. Authorities note long labor troubles and threats from striking workers linked to the act.
New Haven May 21 special to The Washington Post Yale celebrates tap day with 45 academic juniors admitted to three major senior societies Elisha F Riggs Jr of Washington and Alfred A Biddle of Philadelphia are among the elected scroll holders and key members.
Shanghai dispatch in Morning Post claims Russia sells Kwangshentz Harbin Railway to Japan and Primorsk Manchuria Railway to China, with Baltimore and Chicago routes linked. Two express trains feature no excess fare at 122 and 530 pm. Dining cars offer all meals. Hundred dollars reward noted amid flood concerns.
In Harrisburg on May 21 William J Bryan spent time with Jere Black Warren Worth Bailey and other Bryan supporters after a meeting with Democrats. He criticized the state convention for ignoring primary votes calling it a betrayal of public trust and urging continued use of primaries to empower voters.
Congress confronts a stalled adjournment as Democrats press to end the Williams filibuster in the House. With twenty-nine conference reports pending and roll-call bans consuming hours, Republicans grow angered by the tactic, while many members fear lost time and political cost ahead of the national convention.
In Kansas City on May 21 Rev Haxter P Fullerton of St Louis was chosen moderator by acclamation to succeed Rev William H Roberts of Philadelphia. Fullerton, the stated clerk, represents the southern branch, the first moderator from that side since the church amalgamated.
New York May 41 the referee report in the divorce suit of Mrs Elsie Fienen Vanderbilt against Alfred G Vanderbilt head of the Cornelius Vanderbilt branch was filed sealed in the Supreme Court. The referee favored Mrs Vanderbilt and the motion to confirm the report was taken under advisement. Ads advise travel via the Pennsylvania Railroad with service to Boston New York Philadelphia Atlantic City Buffalo Pittsburgh and other cities.
Testimony reveals Fernald claimed no money was given to district employees and that proposed 25 000 payments were not for bid suppression but to reduce expenses. Witnesses describe a scheme to unite firms to lower costs, while Brennan and others deny improper deals and insist no favors were granted. The inquiry resumes with cross examination and further witness calls.
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