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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1908
Page
37
A weary detective proclaims victory as he declares the force vindicated and the missing four souls found. He reveals the key clue and insists the captain, and a blacked up ruse, hid the truth behind the staged riot belts and a late appearance of another detective.
A reader letter describes recovery after nervous trouble using Postum coffee substitute. The writer recounts a past episode of anxiety, then notes improvement after switching to Postum, stating no further trouble. The piece closes with a promotional line claiming the letters are genuine and of interest.
The Pennsylvania Railroad completed a section of its Conemaugh division between Pittsburgh and Johnstown. Construction had been underway for years, adding two tracks and a telegraph line upgrade from Pittsburgh to Johnstown, with a second segment from Hermsburg to Tie tun. The project provides two mainline tracks and improves main line operations.
The National University Law School will award medals and prizes at its thirty ninth annual commencement at the National Theatre on Sunday. Former Senator Thurston of Nebraska will deliver the address, Rev J Henning Nelms will preach the bacalarate sermon, and Eugene Carusi will preside as tenth chancellor. The Maxine Band will perform, and a roster of graduates from Washington DC and other areas is listed.
Two former employees of the Carriers National Bank and an alleged accomplice are set to testify against William Montgomery who led the Allegheny National Bank theft. The State Attorney stated the witnesses are to cooperate after a key arrest helped reveal a shortfall of at least $1140. The probe aims to connect broader bank affairs and uncover hidden ties.
President Castro decrees La Guaira will reopen to United States and European trade on May 26, and to Caribbean and interior trade on May 29, citing eight days with no bubonic plague cases. The US gunboat Paducah arrived at Puerto Cabello May 21 and will transfer American consul Thomas P. Moffat to Guantanamo Cuba on May 2. The Paducah is due at Guantanamo May 26.
Special to The Washington Post New York May 24. After weather delays the spring field mass at the New York Navy Yard drew thousands. The event, a Memorial Day tribute to the head of the Army Navy and Marine Corps, was under the auspices of Gloneste Rayal Camp and Tang Island Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, with Rev William H. T. Laney as celebrant and Rev John F Nash and Father Ghidwick assisting.
Prof J C Monaghan of this city, recently awarded the Notre Dame Lactene medal, said in a Gonzaga Hall lecture that war with Japan is impossible due to Japan’s financial embarrassment. The event, organized by Knights of Columbus and other local orders, drew several hundred attendees at 19 T Street Northwest.
Special to The Washington Post details a Niagara Falls incident where Patrick Considine, a switchman, was crushed by moving cars, losing his right leg and left foot, and died of shock five hours later. His son Joan lost a leg a year earlier nearby, and another son was injured in the same spot on May 11. The father overheard a surgeon asking about approaching engines as he died, replying he was thinking of his hospitalized son.
Brussels May 24 The American government via the American Legation watches Congo developments with no formal demands to Belgium but passive support for Great Britain. BritishBelgian talks aim to free trade, end forced labor by the Negrors, and replace concessions with a humanitarian Berlin treaty alignment.
The United States Geological Survey notes Britain reports lower mine deaths per 1000 workers than Pennsylvania. It compares inspector counts, duties, and supervision structures, suggesting Pennsylvania test a British style classification and specialization to cut costs while improving safety.
Poughkeepsie May 2 Justice Morsehauser will decide tomorrow morning in the habeas corpus proceedings of Harry K Thaw. Evidence was taken last week. Graham and Listrit Attorney Mack secured a stipulation barring immediate freedom or return to Matteawan until the formal order. Thaw remained in Dutchess County jail for now, with possible transfer to an insane asylum if the decision goes unfavorably.
New York dispatch reports Prince Augustine de Iturbide, grandson of the former liberator of Mexico, renounces politics and joins the Third Order of Saint Francis. Born 1840s, he historically justified monarchist claims but now pledges devout lay life, focusing on literature and religious contemplation. He joins the Mount of the Holy Sepulcher in Brookland, eschewing worldly amusements as the order dates to the 13th century.
In Bridgeport area a rattlesnake hunt features Ed Mannfeld and Pete's Curous Friend Missed. Hunters chase nine rattlers up Lump, with gear like garter snakes on display and injuries from a bite during the trek.
Railroads east of the Mississippi announce a new rule effective July 1 requiring full consignee names and addresses on all carload freight packages. Shippers have long marked goods with hidden codes to protect privacy, causing delays and losses. The plan aims to reduce misrouted consignments and cut claims, citing sizable losses from unmarked items in transit.
London reports a marked advance in prices with heavy investing yet a prevailing mood of pessimism. Paris sees continued heavy investment as Industrials rise while government issues draw outside interest. Berlin remains low and cautious with a broad market decline, steel and iron shares hit, while government securities hold firm awaiting Bank of England rate moves.
In St Louis on May 24 W H Howard a wealthy commission merchant and Glen Echo Golf Club member was killed by lightning while seeking shelter under a tree during a rainstorm. The bolt struck the tree and instantly killed him.
New York May 4 News of last week showed improving market conditions despite volatility as heavy stock accumulation and profit taking occurred. Rumors of Gould Harriman Rockefeller ties fueled speculation while iron price concessions supported broader hope for financial resource stability and continued stock advances.
The Aero Club of the United Kingdom plans a London event to start 31 balloons from Turlingham on May 31 in a wind dependent point to point race. Participants include Great Britain Germany France Belgium and Switzerland. the American Chub cannot compete. The event follows the International Aeronaut Federation meeting set for May 7.
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