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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1909
Page
20
A Wright brothers era biplane crashed at College Park after the engine lost power, injuring Lieut Humphreys and narrowly escaping demolition. The incident halted aircraft testing as officials arranged replacements from Dayton and England, with winter delays feared for military aviation progress.
A token gift to Capt Tamlet of the revenue cutter Thetis remains with the State Department awaiting congressional authority for its presentation. The gift honors his 1909 coast patrol service during disturbances along the East Coast. The State Department notes the Treasury recognizes the act but cannot finalize without law. Navy announces two rear admiral promotions and several commissions, effective dates in October and July, including Capt J G Q Noy and Cmdr WB Crose.
Officers appointed to inspect the new ozone water purging process begin tonight at Fort Leavenworth. The large military post has faced many complaints from men and officers over the current filtration system, which is believed to be ineffective.
A compact plea advises selecting a Waltham Watch for lasting reliability and accurate performance, noting it will not wear out and should begin running in perfect order when purchased.
N. B. advises customers buying two Waltham watches to ask the jeweler for pieces adjusted to temperature and position to ensure accurate timekeeping.
Reports from Fort Myer College Park describe friction among signal corps officers over Lieut Lahm who headed aeronautical tests and a contention that Lieut Lahm was moved back to the Sixth cavalry. The event followed Mrs Van Deman gaining permission for a Wright aircraft flight, leading to further scrutiny of aviation leadership.
Premier Laurier told a deputation of thousands of Canadian union men that while he desires world peace he cannot abolish armies and navies now. He warned that Canada will proceed with its policy to establish a Canadian navy despite opposition from merchants and the Dominion Trades Congress.
The National Ginners Association president Taytor announces a projected maximum 9,780,000 bales of cotton for the present year with Georgia and the Carolinas still showing some strength. State returns list Alabama 169,000 Arkansas 614,000 Florida 6,000 Georgia 1,870,000 South Carolina 186,000 Mississippi 958,000 Missouri 58,000 North Carolina 68,000 Oklahoma 87,000 Tennessee 20,9000 Texas 2,209,000. Poor yields blamed on boll problems and low lint. December forecast likely lower.
United States Senator Nelson W Aldrich leads a monetary commission tour through the West and East to study views on proposed financial system reforms. Accompanied by Charles D Norton and Piatt Andre, the group plans a two week journey ending in Chicago with meetings aimed at fostering understanding and cooperation, amid questions about any enemy country.
Santa Claus in charge opens a grand toy department with a zoo like display of stuffed animals and new mechanical toys. Highlights include elephants, polar bears, racing cars, electric railways, magic lanterns, and doll collections. A free savings bank gift is promised with purchases amid advertisements.
The National Millinery Jobbers convene in New York to discuss a trade seen as a financial barometer. The piece surveys Paris influence on hats, U S demand, price structure from six to twenty five dollars, and belief that millinery profits are exceptionally high, aided by consumer vanity. It notes large production in New York and global sourcing, the Audubon Society critiques, and the idea that American styles now drive fashion while Paris sets prices.
Orders to naval officers listing commissions from 1808 1909 and various officers named JG Quimby A W Grant WB Crose ZT Witherspoon and F Lyon. Mentions Naval Academy Annapolis and duties at Severn Annapolis Magfalena Bay Guantiname Castine Plunger Tarantula Dixie and ships at Charleston St Louis and Port Arthur. Includes references to President Gaynor 1912 and events in the Far East.
An advertisement touts Diapepsin as a cure for dyspepsia gas and indigestion. It claims rapid relief within five minutes and describes improved appetite and a clean feeling in the stomach and intestines. The copy stresses safety and candy like taste, urging readers to ask pharmacists for the formula printed on the box.
About 500 West High School students began a strike over schedules and lunch costs. They demand afternoon sessions, affordable meals, and single sex classes, with a bond meeting called Monday to address complaints.
Army orders list leaves of absence and station changes across multiple units. Capt Warren Dean duties shift while Capt Wilkie M Connell assigned to Philippine Islands and Capt Salmon F Dutton to the Philippines. various officers reassigned among cavalry and coast artillery, including promotions and board appointments at Fort Riley Fort Leavenworth and other posts, with details on duties at Manila San Francisco Port Said and Columbus Ohio.
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