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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1909
Page
2
A reprint of Washington Post style analysis notes contradictions in witnesses and frequent policy shifts in the Steinheil murder case. It details prosecutors changing theories, the defense, and public skepticism about the trial and its handling. The piece frames the proceedings as a dramatic but unsettled legal spectacle.
London reports indicate suffragists show signs of despair rather than momentum as MPs hesitate to back a women's vote bill. Miss Kitty Marion describes prison hunger strikes and a failed arson attempt in her cell, including tearing up the Bible and smuggling a fire starting plan amid the smoke and escape.
A dubious advertisement touts a method claimed to enlarge the bust quickly and potently. It targets women with promises of major enhancement, mentioning domestic remedies and procedures, and hints at a mailed package with a “wrapper” for discreet delivery.
Allison Armour of New York arrives in Berlin for an annual winter tour accompanied by nephew Norman Armour. They join Kaiser guests on the terrace to witness recruits sworn in for the guards brigade. Consul general and Mrs Thackera have returned from a cycling tour. Thanksgiving plans include a dinner and ball at Art Academy Park with embassy officials presiding.
A distorted report describes a lecture in Vienna and a murder linked to an American embassy attache. The piece mentions Kosker near Lieut Comar Bellmap, a Messina court, and young men minting girls. Authorities are locating suspects as Bristol hosts a winter stay.
The Eelan reports an absolutely stable smokeless powder now available via a special detonator. Research under M Viele followed a blast that destroyed the tena. Tests in five forts showed success and easy manufacture with simple manipulations leaving no detectable traces, offering ballistic quality slightly better than current powder.
Paris police face a jurisdiction puzzle after a young woman died by her own action at the Arc de Triomphe. Officers from four districts argued over which area claimed the case as the body landed on the jetty platform and then was taken to St Philippe du Roule.
Special Gable to Washington Post reports a tale of Cesare Lombroso’s error in crime study. A police chief provided photos of law abiding women, not offenders, leading to misattributed links between love tragedy and crime. Lombroso’s obituary note hints at a posthumous explanation from Palladino.
A British court report says Princess Patria of Connaught refuses Queenly prospects in Spain, prompting friction with King Edward. Princess Ena of Buckingham reportedly pressed the king to favor her, blocking Patricia’s path as Manuel of Portugal seeks a bride in London.
A chaotic raid on a gambling club in a grand apartment building on Rue Taithout and Boulevard des Tralens opened into a public clash. Police rounded up men and women described as demimonde. dancer Otero drew noisy protests as bystanders questioned public morality.
An advertisement touts STUARTS CALCIUM WAFERS as a blood purifying internal treatment that promises to clear pimples and improve the complexion by renewing and invigorating blood. It claims local cosmetics cannot help and urges readers to order a package by mail from FA Stuart Co at 1% Stuart Bide, Marshall, Mich, with a free sample offer.
News from London on the severance of Mrs John Jacob Astor's marriage fuels chatter about her future. Gossips name potential suitors including Lord Herbert Vane Tempest and Evelyn Fiz Gerald, with remarks on her past choices of London houses and her reputed selectivity in partners.
United States Commissioner General announces on his own responsibility a concession of 50,000 square feet at the Brussels International Exhibition to be ready by April 25. Count von der Burch defends the fair against objections while J H Gore urges American participation to boost trade and Congo resources. A prominent aeronautics section is planned with Leopold II backing high profile aviators.
The article argues Germans are exceptionally nervous due to modern life and war strain. It notes many German nerve clinics and adverts, claims literature highlights nervous afflictions, and cites a Berlin tax on nervous energy as residents burn the candle at both ends more than London or Paris.
A Berlin Society of Hotel Proprietors resolution urges visitors to tip waiters 10 percent with an extra douceur in cafes. The report notes tipping ranges from 2 to 8 percent, depending on service, and highlights a protest in The Tagliche Rundschau over the practice being refused by elegant restaurants and managers defending a waiter’s right to demand a small tip.
Portuguese ruler King Manuel III, en route to England to visit King Edward, spent a day in Bordeaux, arriving slightly exhausted and continuing tonight to Cherbourg whence he will sail for England.
The dull social week ends with the Olympia automobile show drawing American visitors. Duchess of Marlborough hosts dinners and theater parties, with Mrs McCormick entertaining after illness. Americans in London include Mrs Ridgely Carter, Earl and Countess of Craven, and Mrs Hamilton McCormick among others.
Special to The Washington rast Pans reports a bizarre Ninth correctional court session where Camond Terrier, convicted of firing on his wife who was wounded in the nose, received a reduced sentence after her testimony and a dramatic dialogue. Terrier appealed, yet the judge pressed for a clearer outcome as the wife’s plain talk aided a compromise.
City leader Michael Angelo proposes modernizing three major Rome landmarks the Capitolin Museum senatorial palace and the palace of the conservator to better host large crowds. The plan includes adding stone bridges and timing the work with the fiftieth anniversary of Rome’s capital status.
George Bernard Shaw warns that removing censorship risks a virtual star chamber for plays. He argues producers fear licenses and fines, while critics fear loss of free drama. The London scene views this as a step toward American style censorship and a threat to creative liberty.
A garbled report discusses Col Theodore Roosevelt and a 119 mv expedition arriving in Mombasa with naturalist Lane and Allen Laning. It notes specimens photographed, high altitude reach, and plans to travel to Lucania. Mrs Roosevelt reportedly onboard. health status mentioned.
Fragmentary OCR shows mixed names and places including Chicago Berlin New York and Museum references. Mentions Dr Penck and Ambassador Hil with scattered notes on earthquakes, rides, and cultural events. No coherent event or outcome emerges from the garbled text.
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