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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1908
Page
19
A lone detective claims triumph after a tense pursuit ending with the capture of the suspect. The force is vindicated as four missing souls and a dramatic confrontation highlight the case. A station scene shows the sleuth declaring success and the crowd reacts to the resolved mystery.
A letter describing a reader’s experience with Postum claims it cured nervous troubles after coffee caused distress. It includes a testimonial about quitting coffee and finding relief, ending with a remark that new letters appear over time and are presented as genuine.
The Pennsylvania Railroad completed a set section of the Conemaugh division between Pittsburgh and Johnstown after years of construction. The line now includes two tracks from Pittsburgh to Gabtel and extended main line improvements from Hermsburg toward Tie tun, creating two dual-track segments and upgrading the main line with new ties and telegraph lines.
Former Senator Thurston of Nebraska delivers the address to the graduating class. Rev J Henning Nelms preaches the Baccalareate sermon. Eugene Carusi, George Williamson Smith, and other university leaders participate in the ceremony with medals and degrees to be conferred.
Two former employees of the Carriers National Bank and one of the Allegheny National Bank ledgers face testimony in a case tied to a $1140 shortage. The defendants, allied with figures including William Montgomery, aim to expose connections within the bank network as part of ongoing probes. The investigation, halted by an arrest, prompts hope that further witnesses may untangle the broader mystery surrounding the bank crimes.
President Castro decrees La Guaira will reopen to United States and European trade on May 26 and to coastal and interior trade on May 29 after eight days with no bubonic plague cases. US gunboat Paducah arrived at Puerto Cabello May 21 and will transfer American consul Thomas P Moffat to Guantanamo Cuba. Paducah expected to reach Guantanamo May 26.
Special to The Washington Post New York May 24 large crowds attended a spring field mass at the New York Navy Yard. The event, a Memorial Day tribute to the U S Army Navy and Marine Corps, was organized by Gloneste Rayal Camp of Sprush War Veterans with Tang Island Chapter of the Knights of Columbus assisting. Rev William HT 2 aney naval chaplain led the service, joined by Rev John F Nash and Father Ghidwick.
Prof J C Monaghan of this city, winner of the Lactene medal from Notre Dame, told a Gonzaga Hall audience that war with Japan is impossible due to Japan’s financial embarrassment. The lecture, arranged by Knights of Columbus members and allied groups, drew several hundred people at a public testimonial.
Special to The Washington Post recounts a horrifying Niagara Falls accident where Patrick Considine was struck by train wheels, losing his right thigh and left ankle and dying five hours later. A prior incident nearby left his son without a leg, and a second son also lost a limb within fifty yards of the same spot, the surgeon recalling the father's disbelief at the engines’ approach.
Brussels May 24 The American government through the American Legation here watches Congo developments. No formal demands have been presented to Belgium, but passive support is given to Great Britain whose talks with Belgium pursue freedom of trade and the suppression of forced labor by the natives. The aim is to replace concessions with a regime in line with humanitarian Berlin treaty aims.
The United States Geological Survey reports nine disasters show Pennsylvania’s mine deaths are higher per worker than Britain. It suggests adopting Britain’s inspector system with specialized duties to reduce fatalities while saving costs. Pennsylvania has 40 inspectors versus Britain’s 1974, yet Britain’s death rate is lower.
Poughkeepsie May 2 Justice Morsehauser is expected to announce his habeas corpus ruling tomorrow morning in the Harry K Thaw case. No hint of the decision’s purport has been released, while attorney Graham’s actions suggest a lack of confidence in a favorable outcome. A stipulation was obtained delaying Thaw’s freedom or return to Matteawan until a formal order, potentially extending his stay in Dutchess County jail. possible move to an asylum elsewhere was discussed if the decision is against him. Thaw visited the courthouse today with mathe rines for a two hour meeting.
New York dispatch reports Prince Augustine de Iturbide grandson of the Emperor and heir to a Mexican throne has forsaken fashion and joined the Third Order of St Francis. He aims to live quietly in Washington, devoting himself to literature and religious study, wearing no habit, and renouncing political aims.
Wild tale from Bridgeport as Ed Mannfeld and a rattlesnake club hunt attract Pete’s Curous Friend in Rochester. Hunters clash with shedding Jed Cooper, a garter snake distraction, a pink cravat bow, and a chaotic chase ending with nine rattlers captured and the group toasting lambs.
Railroads east of the Mississippi announce a July 1 enforcement of a rule requiring complete consignee name and address on all less than carload shipments. Notices will go to agents. mismarked packages have caused delays and losses. The Trunk Line Association cites $5.6 million in losses from mislabeling last year.
London reports ongoing investment activity with a cautious upturn in prices and cheap money aiding activity. Paris shows a heavy buying mood while Berlin remains grim with widespread selling of steel and iron securities and expectations of Bank of England rate changes.
In St Louis on May 24 W H Howard a wealthy commission merchant and Glen Echo Golf Club member sought shelter from rain under a tree. Lightning struck the tree, killing him instantly as spectators watched.
News from New York reports improving market conditions amid heavy stock accumulation prior to a wave of profit taking. Rumors of financier group moves and the New Haven merger suit buoy prices, with iron price concessions stabilizing and general trade expectations rising as speculative activity expands.
The Aero Club of the United Kingdom plans a May balloon race from Tur Langham with 31 balloons from Britain Germany France Belgium and Switzerland. No American participant entered the event. The race will cover about sixty to seventy miles depending on wind and weather, starting in the vicinity of Keenete and near the coast.
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