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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1909
Page
41
Reported mine blaze and shaft explosion trap workers underground. Authorities struggle to recover bodies as fires burn, temperatures rise, and oxygen crews descend into the galleries. Officials impose secrecy while guards patrol the area and crowds gather near the shaft mouth.
Numerous brief notices record deaths and funeral plans. Names include Margaret Panardised, Sarah E. Dodge, and FMLA F, with ages and residences noted. Services scheduled at various churches and cemeteries, including Oak Hill Cemetery, and relatives invited to attend.
News of a mining disaster unfolds with rescues and tragic losses. Descriptions detail first and second descents into the ventilating shaft by Paul, Rice, and Willian, followed by Taylor and Moses. Letters to families were prepared. A crowd surrounds the morgue as officials confirm identifications. Charity distribution expands as Italian ministers urge protection for foreign workers. Washington honors a miner, Frank Morris, a Central High School graduate and U S Geological Survey engineer, who aided rescue efforts before his own death or fate remains referenced.
Special to The Washington Poet reports Judge Trans denied assistant US treasurer George Terry's motion for an examination before trial in his wife Lille and son Lawrence Terry's alimony suit. Terry seeks to prove the $6900 debt and rent agreement via wife and son testimony. Lille says the agreement was canceled and claims Terry is dilatory.
A health office ledger lists multiple individuals by name and age, including George A Bietha and Grace L Bandegtrt, Nellie H Jones, George M and Bennie Whittwall, Helen Howard, Tenjamin and Nellie Herding, Freverich and Fmm T Crittardan, Floyd Resale, Michast boy Springhe'd, Beadford boy, Lillis Adams, William Septe, John McGavley, and 40 year-old soldiers. Entries reference Marines, barracks, and hospitals with ages spanning from infants to sixties, alongside addresses such as 137 V st ne and 402 Ost av nw. The page resembles a roll or roster of individuals connected to military and medical facilities.
A unsigned circular from the American Beef Producers Association claims beef supply lags demand as range herds decline and corn and wheat profits push farmers to plant grain. The drive aims to panic editors and raise retail meat prices while the beef and cattle trusts reportedly ship cattle to Europe, masking real market conditions.
Police court continued the case of Domine Falaco, known as Talaco, a trackwalker arrested for allegedly wiring a steel shot and placing obstructions on the Southern Railway track. Bail set at 5000 six dollars. attorney James B Archer asked for more time to summon witnesses as Falaco proclaimed his innocence and claimed no enemies.
Wimington NC November 18 a sequel to depredations by squatters on the Waccamaw Lumber Company lands ends with the tram wreck that killed one laborer and injured several officers. JW Brady and two sons O W and Bornce Brady and Shade Ballard are arrested and jailed to answer secret assault charges against John X McDonald and other company employees. The lands, recently acquired by the company through court purchase, are disputed by the squatters asserting possession by right.
Andrew Carnegie sails to Norfolk for the Atlantic Deep Waterways Association convention. He predicts a long era of prosperity, praises U.S. waterways, and urges canal and river improvements. He discusses tuberculosis and hookworm fights, noting land donations and state funding as part of the battle.
The Catholic Missionary Union of America held a meeting at the Catholic University with Arch bishop Ryan of Philadelphia chairing. Rev A P Doyle cited 376 missions and £383 6s distributed by the apostolate since the movement began, while Dr Herbert Vaughn of London described a new cession to non Catholics in West Tolbater. Archbishop Ryan and Doyle were reelected to six year terms.
Paris reports that Minister of Justice Barthou, during Mme Steinhel’s trial, announced proposals to reform France’s trial courts. He will appoint an intra parliamentary commission this week to study court practice with goals to remove judges duties eliminate delays and speed up preliminary investigations by examining magistrates.
Special to The Warbington Post reports in Norfolk Virginia that Harry George Tucker, defeated in the last Democratic primary for governor, declares he is a candidate right now and will be a candidate for governor again in the future. Norfolk guests from Washington arrive to assist in entertaining President Tat tonight.
An article reports Matinka & Co of 49 Sixth Avenue New York sold luminous phosphorescent paint to a visitor claiming allegiance to Mr Carrington for Signore Paladino. The paint would reveal or conceal painted apparitions under light, aiding conjuring and legerdemain acts. It also describes secret devices used to lift tables by a hidden spring in a sleeve and a confederate.
Portsmouth Suburban Water Company burial the supply from Lake Kilby to Suffolk Portsmouth and part of Norfolk by tapping the [Cohoone] Creek. Newsemond county supervisors granted a right of way for pipes along the public road. Drought in Lake Kilby reduced water levels and prompted action by local authorities.
Omengo Nor 1 reports that Hays, Assistant Secretary of Agriculture, urged the National Berm Land Congress on the pivotal role of agricultural science. He noted the rise of state stations and schools has shifted public view and that scientific research and education boost farm revenue, while stressing the need to increase output per acre to feed a growing population and the department now employs over 110.
Joseph Ellsworth, arrested in Chicago, confessed to the Florence robbery in which Schuyler Rainer’s safe yielded about 5000 dollars, including 1990 in negotiables. Witnesses identified Wildam Hamilton as the masked intruder, with Adams Van Dame alleging Ellsworth spoke of the crime and seeking revenge for a child’s death. Ellsworth’s wife faced monitoring as detectives pursued leads.
The George Washington Memorial Association in New York announces plans for a national memorial building in Washington to honor the first president. The scope has broadened to raise about 32 million by national subscription for a building serving nations, societies, and educational and scientific bodies. The appeal targets school children and citizens of moderate means, with the fund raised municipally by 71 contributions.
Berlin official organ of the Navy League publishes Admiral Weber arguing against a naval understanding with Great Britain. He asserts that lasting peace requires either defeating an enemy or arming to deter. He warns Germany must not enter a British naval accord and notes Germany’s navy grew after prior oppression affected its traders.
Paris reports the French cabinet, amid strong opposition to a budget taxing autos tobacco wine and inheritances, will seek a confidence vote next week. Socialist Jaures criticizes armaments as inflating costs while Berlin notes 1910 budget sees ordinary revenues and expenditures balance at 4.6 million francs, up from prior year.
A National Geographic Society member quips about naming kittens during a polar controversy discussion. The anecdote recalls a passerby asking a party leader if he named the kittens, with a reply naming two famous explorers and a quick retort that they were polecats.
Harford County court records show Frederick Reid of Yeveland, wife of a man who twice attempted suicide in this city, is to be reunited with her husband as Aira Res travels with her father. E pberly Reid to be released from jail on a technical charge and return home. In New York, November 18, Frederick Bond, Daly’s leading man, faces divorce suit and arrears on alimony as the court reserves decision.
Vatican leaders argue against state control of bishops and schooling. The Pope condemns civil authority moves that would curb church teaching and protect Catholic schools, while mothers protest via public statements about textbooks and girls’ education.
The Finnish Diet was dissolved today after refusing to sanction the government bill demanding an appropriation of 00 000 for national defense. An election will be held February 1, and the new Diet will assemble March 7.
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