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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1907
Page
16
Fragmented OCR reveals a muddled note naming prominent figures and alleged methods of theft by a man accused of forgery, with references to visiting cards of Gould and Astor, stolen Carnegie Library books, and biographical lists. The text is garbled but centers on wealth, deception, and charge details.
In a terse court filing the authorities confirmed extradition proceedings have been granted for a suspect linked to cross border crimes. The decision stems from a formal request by the country of origin and involves cooperation with local police. Details remain limited as legal steps proceed.
A call for coordinated reforestation efforts prompts speakers and state officials to urge cooperation on restoring forests. The message stresses shared ownership of timber resources and sustained funding, urging promotional campaigns and public awareness to support the plan.
A chaotic transcript reveals testimony at a hearing where rail labor issues are debated. Allegations discuss firing fear, witness intimidation, and lack of sufficient evidence to sustain complaints. The proceedings reference train crew conduct and employer threats amid regulatory scrutiny.
A chaotic courtroom scene unfolds as Duchess sees Harry Thaw amid Italians, family members, and guards. The narrative follows a tense procession through corridors, with Thaw’s movements observed by officials and spectators, ending as the group exits toward an unspecified gate.
The Baltimore branch preacher Lugene Levering led a discussion on the virgin birth doctrine at Eutnw Place, weighing whether belief in the Virgin birth is essential to Christian faith. Dr George Ht of Philadelphia argued the birth is significant but not central, while others contended it is foundational to Christ’s identity and mission.
Rumor links Anna Gould to Conte Boson de Talleyrard Perigord and Prince Sign wis, with mentions of a canceled engagement to Helle Sign and links to Helen Mort, daughter of a former Vice President Lai P Morton. Separate notes touch on Oriental Rugs and a Jamestown exposition.
The narrative traces a chaotic marriage between a New York society figure and Clara Gibert, including a Paris rendezvous, a public divorce case, dueling threats, and the aftermath. Key figures include Fr Gibert, Miss Clara Gibert, Senor Santa Maria del Pilar, and Mason Curnd, with legal and social fallout spanning New York and Paris.
Trinidad reports a theft of company payroll money worth two canvas sacks from a bogey driven by paymaster Abraham Thompson and guard Jim Williams en route to Cokedale. They tracked the route for miles with no trace of the thief, and miners aided in the search with no success.
Payne Whitney states a $500000 loan on his Fifth Avenue home but has substantial cash deposits in banks. He claims no funds will be withdrawn and explains borrowing on easy terms to invest in bonds and mortgages to aid estate matters and restore confidence.
James Henry Holland confessed to bigamy after a magistrate hearing in Fifth Avenue court. He admitted two wives, Maria Elizabeth Holland and Virginia Hart, and revealed his marriage to each within months of one another, prompting new wife No 2 to pursue proof of marriage. He was held for the grand jury without bail.
New York May 1 Andrew Carnegie tonight was presented with a bronze medallion of himself by the Scots Charitable Society of Bas win in appreciation of his interest in the organization. The presentation was made at Carnegie's home by Alexander McGregor president of the society, accompanied by Robert Pile Hush Brown and Rev James Alexander. Also present were Judge HH Gary chairman of United States Steel Corporation and Hugh Carrrn the designer. The medallion bears an inscription praising Carnegie as eminent in creative industry and a man who uses wealth for the public good while remaining a loyal Scot serving his adopted country.
Cleveland Ohio November 18 Mrs Charlotte Phillips freed from the charge of killing her husband John J Phillips coal operator and broker at the preliminary hearing before Justice Brown. The court found insufficient evidence to bind her over to the grand jury though the case may prompt an independent county grand jury inquiry into Mr Phillips murder alleged to have been a burglar shooting September 2. Conflicting statements by Mrs Phillips led to her arrest on a second degree murder charge.
The Grant memorial advisory committee decided the statue should stay in the Mall area and be moved only if trees at the Botanic Garden can be cleared. They vow to remove interfering trees, restore the original axis, and have the statue placed in the Botanic Garden per Shrady’s plan. The decision follows protests from organizations and citizens and awaits final action by Gen Dodge and Secretary Taft when Congress convenes.
Frederck Jeffs an American marooned on an uninhabited Pacific island survived three months with scarce food and water. The Norwegian bark Alexandra drifted for months after being becalmed off the Galapagos, the captain and nine crew rescued at Guayaquil. An expedition will sail to rescue Jeffs, while the other sailors made inland shelters and endured extreme hardship before rescue.
Pittsburg Pa November 12 State Bank Examiner Willetts Thomas Blong Oliver Piper cashier and William Lenhart a Pittsburg businessman were arrested on conspiracy to defraud the People’s Bank of California near here. Bondsmen paid 42000 toward a $5000 shortage. bank reports a possible larger deficit due to poor management. Lenhart, connected to Chatland Lenhart and Brownsville crackers, is named in the case as a key investor.
Reports from Rome say Archbishop Farley will be upheld by the Vatican in enforcing Catholic Church marriage law. The discussion centers on Misa Vanderbilt and Count Stephen Vanderbilt's marriage, whether a dispensation was needed, and the church’s view on mixed marriages as illustrated by the Parkhurst case.
The court ruled the expression Go to helly does not violate law in a unanimous decision. The case involved a banking task force and multiple parties including Union Trust Co and Corinth, with a judge noting the wording does not constitute profanity.
Governor W F Far of Hawaii arrives in San Francisco aboard the Oceanic Alameda and plans to stay several days. He cites Hawaii's cash shortage from the banana situation and notes no clearinghouse certificates yet issued. He will press Washington talks with President Roosevelt on immigration law changes, Fear Harbor improvements, mobile buildings for Hawaii, and a proposed agriculture college.
A conductor on the Worcester and Southridge street railway, Smith, was convicted of manslaughter in the district court for causing the death of motorman George H Fitzgenold in a trolley wreck at Charlton City on August 2. Judge Pierce sentenced him to months in the house of correction to impress upon trolley employees the responsibility that rests upon them.
The second Steve Adams murder trial features Pinkerton James McParland pressuring Adams to confess to the Tyler homicide. McParland recounted Adams admitting involvement and framing his motives around redemption and state duty. Witnesses including Bulkley Wells tie Adams to broader labor conflicts and corroborate discussions about the Tyler and Boyle killings in North Idaho and Telluride.
Special to The Washinton ves Port Huron Mid New 12 John Rob exts aged twayty on eve of being taken to the Iowa Reformatory for a year and a half for stealing chickens. He gets half of an estate of 940 by uncle John Law who fled Stratford Ontario. Heir is John and Allen Hoberte and the money 18 divinal. Roberta said I wont do much to thet after I serve my time. The will is filed for probate in Stratford.
Dr Kellogg told the Rio Association that women of the future will not hold the prominent place of today even as many advocate progress. He warned the pendulum has begun to swing back though most speakers remained optimistic about women advancing in the world of work.
Columbus, Ohio November 12 form states Gov James E Campbell a member of the state tax commission today says he is a receptive candidate for United States Senator or the successor to J B Foraker.
Wyoming figures Alice and Clark called yesterday while federal officials and key Republicans debated the third term issue. The White House remained silent as questions about Roosevelt seeking a continued presidency circulated, with several visitors pressing for a delegation and political alignment ahead of the convention.
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