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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1905
Page
1
Cuban officials report a radical move on the Isle of Pines seen as an American backed attempt to rally support and negotiate with Washington. Havana cites discovery of a secret arms cache and notes residents and foreigners feared a broader revolt while protest drafts surface from local Cubans wary of foreign influence.
A brief protest denounces a planned territorial convention by American citizens on the Island of Pines as a step toward a territorial government. The text asserts satisfaction with the Cuban government, gratitude for U S intervention, and appeals to the American Congress to uphold the Paris Treaty and justice for Cuba. It also expresses trust in the local leadership as Cuba’s steadfast friend.
Gen Gomez, head of Cuba's Liberal party, denies any military plans or wartime action after reports of arms discoveries. He says he seeks peaceful solutions and plans to stay in New York for about two more weeks, remaining away from Cuba unless crisis escalates.
In St Petersburg on Nov 11 workers halted an Industrial strike set for noon, claiming victory and that 1,600 Cronstadt mutineers were spared. A manifesto urged workers to back a universal protest against martial law, while factions debated tactics and the future of a nationwide strike to pressure the government.
Prince Louis of Battenberg received numerous anonymous death threats in New York. Police doubled detective protection after his request. He delayed departure, citing fleet coating delays, and issued a farewell message praising American hospitality and entertainments.
About 1506 British sailors from Prince Louis of Battenberg’s squadron anchored in New York Harbor have gone missing. Officials list them as deserters, but officers believe many may have simply overstayed shore leave.
A Washington Post dispatch from The Hague reports a circulating claim of a constitutional right to dissolve the union if the queen remains childless after marriage. The government reexamines succession, but Dutch sentiment favors stability and rejects Germanic prospects, with talk of a peaceful revolution and a republic becoming the preferred outcome.
Springfield mass today a collision of two cars of the Springfield and Hartford Railroad on a curve killed motorman a local man and injured about thirty passengers many severely The Hartford bound car crowded with about eighty five passengers plowed into the other car trapping victims and shattering wood and glass Injured were moved to nearby houses then to hospitals Officials expect most will recover and railroad service is disrupted
New York on November 18 marks the 10th anniversary of the General Gallery of Mechanics and Trademen. A founders day banquet honors Andrew Carnegie for a $300 donation toward extending the Mechanical Institute. Carnegie praises the Benjamin Franklin fund and proposes matching funds to establish technical schools in Boston as a Franklin Fund copy materializes. He recalls his Scottish grandfather Thomas Morrison and his belief in head education over hand education. He notes his pride that his grandfather would be prouder that he learned to make shoes than to leave twenty worthless dukes.
Kansas Senator J R Burton, charged with accepting compensation from Rialta Grain and Securities Company for services to be rendered before the Post Office Department, pleaded not guilty in a St Louis court. The judge overruled a demurrer and ordered trial to begin next Monday at 10 o clock on six counts.
Rumor says Will Haldeman editor of the Louisville Times may announce candidacy to break the bitter Blackburn Paynter tie for U S Senator from Kentucky. If run, Haldeman could deny either Blackburn or Paynter the nomination by siphoning votes early in the contest.
A 000-pound steel ingot at Midvale Steel Works encloses cremated workers John Forkin and Joseph Gord. Guards, priests, and limited family attendance surround the grave as the massive ingot is sealed and buried under secrecy amid rapid casting and crane-lowered placement.
James M Sbobnar, once joint agent of the Atlantic Coast Zone and Florida Southern Railway at Gainesville Florida, was arrested in Montreal today on a charge of stealing 7500 dollars. Auditors say his books show a shortfall of 40000 dollars. he was bonded with the American Surety Company of New York, which prompted the arrest.
Advertisement notes hourly service on the new ferry steamer Woodbury from 6 30 a m to 6 90 p m with superb service to Alexandria via the Woodbury. Also advertises California excursion sleepers from Washington via the Hand S Pac Berth at 8 60.
Civic Federation chair Melville H Ingalls calls a November 27 meeting of the Municipal Ownership Commission to oversee a broad inquiry into public utilities in the United States and Europe. A subcommittee urges expert audits of US plants and detailed management comparisons under public and private operation, with international study of franchise grants and private leasing.
Justice Giegerich and counsel examined fifty five disputed ballots under magnifying glass in New York's First Assembly District. Rulings favored validity of crosses in the Jerome circle and limited invalid ballots. Hearst and McClellan supporters push for a full recount as box openings loom.
In Jackson Mississippi Nov 18 the killing of a Black sailor from the British Hornet King at Gulfport has escalated to an international issue. Secretary of State Power received a letter from British Consul Hunt requesting a full investigation. The sailor, arrested on a misdemeanor, was killed after a courtroom controversy between Constable Gause and the Black man. The secretary forwarded the consul’s letter to Gov. Vardaman as Sloan’s advertisement and estate notices appear amid unrelated items.
London dispatch reports powers pressuring Sultan Abdul Hamid to grant reforms in European Turkey. A naval show of force near the Dardanelles is planned to compel compliance, with fears of a pan Islamic holy war and possible attacks on Constantinople if the sultan resists. Germany's stance remains unclear as it sends no ships.
In Bradford on November 18, molten metal sprayed from a mold at EL R Calaweht & Co foundry. Martin Hickey suffered severe burns to the head and eyes and is in critical condition. William Baker Charles Nimus Alfred Webb and Tony Knapp were badly burned as five other men were hurt but not seriously.
Seattle dispatch reports Capt Fran cis Tuttle former Bear command states whalers William Bayliss have no chance to escape as ice closes in. Fleet about sixty miles from Banks Land distant from McKenzie River where survivors may head, with no relief expedition in sight. Companies and florists listed among boilerplate ads provide travel and postal hints amid the chaotic clipping.
Scrappy notes show turmoil from Cuba, wage war fears, and fiscal debates amid administration turmoil. Indictments in insurance inquiries and police acquittals ripple through political and labor sectors as editorial and society gossip mix with sports and entertainment sections.
Special to The Washington Post in San Francisco reports that novelist Jack London’s wife Bessie M London secured a final divorce decree. The court awarded the couple’s two minor children to London. alimony and property division were settled out of court. Ground cited was willful desertion amid earlier cruelty allegations that were withdrawn after public pressure. Next week London is to marry Charmion Kittredge in Iowa.
Special Cable reports from Caracas on November 18 describe France refusing the conciliatory memorandum from U S Minister Russell, complicating efforts with President Castro unable to accept France’s counter proposal. Venezuela paid Russell the second installment of a French award by Judge Plumley, a move that unsettles M Talgny the French chargé d’affaires.
The Russian cruiser Lena arrived in Honolulu on May 18 seeking 2,000 tons of coal. Since leaving San Francisco on November 1 she has lingered near the Aluitan islands. Officers deny on board troubles, while speculation grows about orders or conditions in Russia and Vladivostok. Lena plans to sail in ten days, likely for Vladivostok.
Boston November 18 Thames Lawsons held for the December term of the Superior Court on a charge of criminal libel brought by Clarence W Barron. Bail set at 3000 dollars was furnished immediately. The Harton Sale advertises auction of all furniture and effects of the Bartos Hotel to be sold tomorrow and Tuesday by Sloan & Co. Private buyers and dealers see bargains. Chris Kander's Pride of Virginia claims to enrich the blood and increase flesh, offered in limited quantities at a pharmacy.
A Washington finance dispute centers on Panama Canal bonds and Spooner act power. Secretary Shaw opposes bank circulation without new legislation while President Roosevelt and Speaker Cannon push speedier action. Rumors claim Wall Street pressure and internal Cabinet tensions could trigger a Shakeup if policy stalls.
Rumors swirl that Mr Shaw may resign as Secretary of the Treasury. The President is said to have accepted the resignation with February as the effective date, opening questions about his Cabinet future and possible presidential ambitions.
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