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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1910
Page
1
Estrada repulses attacking force and captures 200 enemy troops in a battle described with terse, broken OCR text. The fragmentary report references Marines and tense combat phrasing, with depictions of heavy shields and threats, but lacks clear dates or locations.
Readable text is minimal and disjointed, showing mentions of a state department and a date but lacking coherent details or identifiable names, places, or actions. The fragmentary lines prevent a confident summary of event, outcome, or stakeholders.
Accused legislators and associates, including Groterk of Vinenna and Alaniun 1 Pemberten of Gaklant, face arraignment over paid votes. Deputy Sheriff removes one Chicago suspect. state’s attorney cites documents backing confessions amid lengthy courtroom proceedings.
A mosaic of garbled lines mentions Kaiser, physicians, a hover wall, wrest, and Otani with unclear context. Names and actions appear strewn, leaving provisional references to medical watch and possible sports or events, but specifics are unreadable and uncertain.
Vienna report describes a surgeon Dr Oskar Loder removing a bullet from the left ventricle after a chest cavity opening. The wound was caused by a bullet entering the heart area, with pneumothorax treated by a novel method. The patient recovered fully except for one embedded pellet near the heart.
Rescue teams report the submarine hull crushed as divers labor for hours amid dangerous debris. Officials say salvage attempts face delays as crews work to secure the wreck site and lift the vessel from the seabed.
A damaged report describes a wrecked port of a dry dock where valves remained closed and the structure wall not to be rebuilt for weeks. Inspectors note leakage and mud filling the dock while experts speculate on a concealed cause and ongoing salvage work. The main stations at Cavite and Olongapo monitored the progress and expressed satisfaction with the salvage.
Alma Kellner, six, vanished December 8, and a corpse later found near St Johns Church is alleged to be hers. Police focus on Joseph Wendling, former janitor at St Johns, who disappeared January 14. Mrs Wendling admitted washing muddy clothes for him after Alma’s disappearance. coroner notes partial skeleton, bones charred in places, and quicklime used. Authorities search church building, store, and nearby cellar. Wendling’s wife implicated in the case.
A child found alive sparked intense excitement as people gathered at a school and church area. By noon hundreds discussed the case, with sightings near the church on December 3 as Alma left home, last seen by a druggist who noted her pausing to play with a cat in a shop window.
Delegations confer with Mr Wickersham for two hours as the principal speaker declares that advancing railroad rates is aimed at raising 500 million dollars for road expenditures and to forestall congressional legislation.
Lawyers and shippers from Wisconsin Minnesota Iowa Missouri and Nebraska pressed Attorney General Wickersham in Omaha arguing proposed Western truck line rate increases are unwarranted and likely part of a railroad cartel. They seek an injunction and urge government action under the Sherman act to prevent a broad price rise before Congress acts.
Sidney Webster, long associated with Theoretical law and private secretary to President Pierce, died after a storied career as a lawyer and public official. Born in 1820s, he studied at Yale and Harvard Law School, practiced in Boston and New York, and served as commissioner of the Stiles court in the First Judicial Circuit before returning to private practice. He married Miss Sarah Morris Tish, daughter of Hamilton Fish, in 1860 and had one son.
About 30 firemen, mostly volunteers, were overcome by smoke during a wholesale grocery fire in Denver. Three firefighters suffered serious injuries while rescuing others. Among those affected were Chief Terry Ow eng, Assistant Chief Halley, Captain Louis Goodman, and W. R. Copeland who barely escaped. The blaze caused about $100,000 in damages.
A former United States cavalryman, Ixadore Neuman, confessed details of the murder of his wife Blanche Weimer Neuman and their 19 month old child. The wife had recently worked as a domestic for Representative John W Weeks in Massachusetts. Neuman described elopement, reconciliation attempts, and a late night visit by a man believed to be the brother in law, leading to the fatal shooting. Police had no knowledge of the Weimer marriage or the sister’s whereabouts prior to the events.
A New York World report outlines a proposed round trip from Albany to Washington with three fuel stops, aimed at testing a planes endurance and offering public viewing. Officials weigh route safety, landing spots, and weather, hoping to boost public interest in aviation progress while noting risks in wooded terrain and river crossings.
A severe winter storm impacts Superior and adjacent areas with high winds and heavy snow. Reports note frayed service along southern routes, damaged lines, and strained railway operations. Local agencies urge caution as travelers seek refuge. no boats report activity due to wires and dangerous conditions.
contestants in pest test bus reach capital today as nine hold perfect score. motorists spend night at lo custdais academy while Amud cheers enthusiasts. Washington automotists depart from Richmond as Virginia towns applaud machines speeding past Louis r noun stop will parade Pennsylvania Avenue and F Street this afternoon.
In Wasiarton Virginia the convoy of autos and robotic cars remains parked overnight after a long test run toward Washington. Officials report a late engine fault will require a final check before the last leg to the capital, with cars lined up on the road and a parade noted along Avenue and F Street. The event drew observers and reflected ongoing concerns about reliability and timing.
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