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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1905

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Adots Grave Task Requies Skillful Work Danger Appears

Secretary of State urges a conciliatory course to Congress to avoid friction with Germany. Focuses on Monroe Doctrine, German naval strength, and Latin America influence. Details German immigration, Hamburg-Amerika lease in Danish West Indies, and a Culebra harbor survey by the Panther amid us tensions.

Congress Germany Vns Brasil United States Washington Hamburg-Amer- SteamShip Line Danish West Indies William TJ Wilthe Atlantic Kaleep St. Thomas Island Culebra Armier Panther Porto Rico West Indies Naval Intelligence Office Berlin

Naval Strength of the Two Nations in Debate

The piece discusses U S and German naval power, noting tensions in diplomacy and trade policy. It cites a table on naval strength, argues the United States leads in ship tonnage and build plans, and warns Germany cannot catch up quickly even with future programs.

Culebra Harbor Washington Germany United States Culebra J. J. Dickinson

Kills His Girl Guest in Falls Village Farm Home

Timothy Jackson, 32, of Falls Village, claims accidental shooting killed Sylvia Penfield, 18, of Sheffield Mass, in his home last midnight. He surrendered to Constable Seth M Morris. Wife and others corroborate accident claim. Jackson ran for a doctor afterward. Victim’s parents had died recently. Cider-fueled gathering. Jackson allegedly used a loaded shotgun to frighten his wife before it discharged. He is jailed. An unrelated catalog sale ad follows.

Washington Post Winsted Conn Timothy Jackson Falls Village Sylvia Penfield Sheffield Mass Seth M. Morris Jackson Ane Jackson Penfield Jim iShe

Ship SunK Sunk in Night on Rock Off French Coast

London reports the cross-channel steamer Hilda wrecked near St Malo after fog and a gale. Most aboard were asleep when she struck rocks and sank. About 100 passengers and crew were aboard. six were saved, with several bodies washing ashore. The Hilda, built in Glasgow in 1882, was 235 feet long and 348 tons.

St. Malo London Southwestern Railway Hilda France Southampton Jardinighthouse St. Briae St. Servian Cercembre Gregory Brittany Cezambre Les Portes Aga Glasgow

Orphan Faces Hydrophobia in Baltimore Treatment Bid

An orphan boy from Newport News Virginia faces hydrophobia after a dog bite. Six bitten persons were notified. two seek Baltimore care, three go to Richmond, leaving the boy unable to afford board while under Pasteur treatment. Dr Keble offers to cover treatment cost of 150 dollars if board funds are found. Also, a fire destroyed the Steelton Electric Light Company plant causing about 60 thousand dollars in losses with no insurance.

Washington, Ross Baltimore Charles Adams Newport News Adams N. G. Keble Pasteur Inettime Richmond Keble Pasteur Institute Harrisburg Steelton Electric Light Company Steetton Fe Company Nght

Million Dollars for Jews Funds Pouring In

Subscriptions to the Russo Jewish relief fund reach 498 651 17 with 24 hour total of 54 907 98. Philadelphia leads with 820 000 added to prior totals, while Louisville St Louis Milwaukee and New Orleans contribute further sums. The national relief committee expects the million dollar goal to be reached soon as synagogues nationwide donate.

Washington Post New York Russia National Relief Committee Philadelphia Louisville St. Louis Milwaukee New Orleans

Mutiny Fears On Russian Transport Fleets

In Nagasaki on November 1, five hundred Russian prisoners bound for Vladivostok aboard the steamers Vladimir and Baronesi showed mutinous signs. Russian officers requested aid, police boarded the Baronesi, four Japanese torpedo boat destroyers surrounded the ships, and Vice Admiral Rojestvensky is aboard the Baronesi.

Nagasaki Vladivostok Vladimir Baronesi Rojestvensky

Reds Again Defeated Sunday in St. Petersburg

Report from St. Petersburg dated November 20 notes conservative workmen leaders won again, blocking an eight hour day plan. Doubled patrols in streets, no disorders reported, while pro strike propaganda shifts aim to bolster government orders and quell socialist influence amid a growing “law and order” movement.

St. Petersburg Council of Workmen Russia Tipe Fort Vastli Ostro Putlloff Guard Cropatagt Poland Aw and Order

Half the City Burned in Vladivostok Riots

An eyewitness arriving at Nagasaki reports nearly half of Vladivostok burned and about 60 soldiers from the garrison killed. The riot opened a path for vandalism, with Gen. Kappek reportedly rolering. Damages are estimated at 25 million dollars. Troops from Harbin are said to have joined the rioters.

Vladivostok Tokyo Nay Nagasaki Gen. Kappek Harbin

President Calls Off Reappointment of U S Marshal Bryan

In Montgomery Alabama on November 19 the President announced he would not reappoint L J Bryan United States marshal for the Middle district of Alabama. Judge Thomas G Jones of the Federal court was asked to name a successor and James H Judkins has been named as candidate. Alabama referees reportedly protested against Bryan’s reappointment.

Washington Post Montgomery Ala L. J. Bryan United States Marshes Middle District Alabama Thomas G. Jones Federal Court Bryan

Bryan to Write Letters for World Tour Syndication

Special to The Washington ros reports that on his worldwide tour William Jennings Bryan will write 30 to 50 letters before departure, paid at $1,000 each. The letters will be syndicated to major city newspapers, ensuring ample funds for travel and hotel stays.

Washington New York Wiliam Jennings Bryan Beffore Bryan

Germans Pleased With South Immigrant Prospects

The German government special immigration observers Dr Eugene Weber and Dr Zoepfer, with German South consul Dr Erich Zoepfel-Quilenstein, praised Alabama conditions during their Nov 10 visit. Zoepfel-Quilenstein said it was his first Alabama trip and urged directing thousands seeking to come to America.

Montgomery Ala Eugene Weber Heron Zoepfer Wiesbaden United States South Erich Zoepfel-Queilenstein Atlanta Alabama Zoepfel-Quilenstein Germany America

Norwegian Storting Delegation Delivers Prince Charles Election News

Copenhagen reports the Norwegian Storting delegation to inform Prince Charles of his formal election arrival. Premier Chuatenaen and Rikdag leaders welcomed them as crowds cheered. Messages of congratulation poured in from King Edward, British royals, and friends in the United States.

Prince Charles Copenhagen Storting Ing Norway Chuatenaen Rikadag Berner Gtorthings King Edward United States

Powers warn Macedonia reform crisis tests

Constantinople on November 18 reports no porte reply to the powers ultimatum on Macedonian reforms. Embassies plan to send dragomans to Piraeus amid potential naval demonstration. The Russian Black Sea squadron is said to have departed Sebastopol for an unknown destination.

Constantinople Porte Drago‘mans Biraeus Sebastopol

Rossa Urges Irish Use Britain Tactics for Freedom

Rossa told the Cork crowd that to free Ireland they must employ the same weapons Britain uses against its enemies. He arrived during the Manchester Martyrs remembrance, was welcomed as the new Cork County council secretary, and a house bought by admirers was presented to him.

Ireland Great Britain Rossa Cork County

Emperor Matsuhito Returns Home to Peace Cheers

Emperor Matsuhito arrived in Tokyo with the premier and court dignitaries after visiting Ise temples to thank ancestors for ending the war and restoring peace. Enormous crowds cheered as the emperor passed in an open carriage, breaking a longtime custom of keeping quiet in his presence.

Tokyo Matsuhito Ise

Forty Tons Ingot Buried in Catholic Funeral at Midvale

At Philadelphia’s Midvale Steel Works a forty ton ingot containing the remains of two workers was buried with Roman Catholic rites. John Forkin and Joseph Gazda died when a cupola hole failed and 80,000 pounds of molten metal flowed in. The burial, in a ten foot deep grave behind the shop, drew a large crowd while sisters and officials attended and the grave will be marked by the company.

Philadelphia Midvale John Forkin Joseph Ge2da Midvale Steel Company Ssape Gazda Suport Som Forkin Tadge Acetas 3 Charles Harrah Gasda

Fate of Explorers Near Gulf of California Revealed

A letter to George W. Knox reports Henry Miller and Gus Olinder, last seen on an expedition to Tyburon Island in the Gulf of California, were found near a deserted Indian village. A book of nautical science owned by Olinder, dried human hands, and a large feast fire with Indian war dance circles were discovered near the desolate shore. Authorities believe hostile Indians killed the men, linking the relics to Prof. E P Grindell's search for his missing brother Lieut. Grindell on the peninsula.

Los Angeles George W. Knox Henry Miller Gus Olindar Tyburon v Island Gulf of California Miler Olinder Lower California Miller E P. Grindell Arizona Lieut. Grindell Peninsula

Each to serve half the term in Franklin Delaware County

In Franklin Delaware County two candidates tied for collector after a recount. Frederick Page Democrat and George Musk Republican will split the two year term, Page holding the certificate for one year before passing it to Musk for the second year. All parties agreed to the plan.

Weslington Middletown Franklin Delaware County Frederick Page Demorret George Musk Page Musk

Lubin's Scheme Endorsed by International Agriculture Body

Rome November 19 1905 the International Chamber of Agriculture created by King Victor Emmanuel at David Lubin's suggestion will start operations in 1906. The major nations have officially adhered to the protocol drawn up by the international agricultural congress held in Rome last spring.

International Chamber of ‘Agriculture Rome International Chamber of Agriculture Victor Emmanuel David Lubin California International Agriculturist Congress

Steamer Ryndam Floated and Passengers Landed at Rotterdam

Rotterdam Holland November 19 The Holland American Line steamer Ryndam which went aground in the Nieuwe Mass off Vin­fridingen in a fog yesterday was floated today with aid and landed her passengers. The vessel has arrived and discharged Bee Be Dy afiniater O'Brien to Take Vacation Copenhagen November 18 Thomas J O'Brien the American Minister will leave Copenhagen on Thursday for Florence to spend a month with his sister in law Mrs Riddie

Rotterd Rotterdam Holland Ryndam Nieuwe Vinsrdingen Thes Afiniater O'Brien Copenhagen Thomas J. O’brien Florence Mrz. Riddie

Convicts for Road Work Debate at National Grange

National Grange memorial services in Atlantic City draw 2000 attendees including Chief Granger Aaron Jones. A Detrick Ohio resolution proposing convict labor on highways threatens labor union conflict and prompts forthcoming debates. a sale of antique furniture and items linked to the estate of Margaret Lex is advertised nearby.

National Grange Atlantic City N. J Aaron Jones P. A. Detrick Ohio Ika C. A. Sloan’'& Co G.at Tiffany Sheffield Margarat Lex

Prince Louis of Battenberg Leaves New York Tomorrow

Prince Louis of Battenberg’s visit to New York ends tomorrow morning as the British squadron plans to depart from the North River at 10 30. The Drake will take the admiral aboard and lead the fleet down the bay to sea, with officers denying mass desertions and asserting full complements aboard the ships. Prince Couls acknol edged receipt of an invitation to the Jamestown 1907 exposition and hopes to support Anglo American friendship despite command term ending.

New York Prince Louis of Battenberg Gibraltar Drake North River Cunard Hugh Gordon Muller New York State Jamestown, Va Prince Couls Admiralty

Glasgow lodging-house fire claims thirty nine lives

A fatal fire at a Watson Street lodging house in Glasgow killed thirty nine, injured thirty two, and trapped men on upper floors. Flames fed by wooden partitions spread from the fourth floor, as panicked inmates fled naked or partially clothed. Many victims bedraggled and unidentified due to missing clothing.

Gogow Britain Watson Street

Meriwether Defense Hires Munroe for Naval Court Martial

Annapolis attorney James M. Munroe has been engaged to assist Lieut. Co 70. K. Robison in defending Midshipman Minor Meriwether Jr. who faces a manslaughter charge for causing the death of Midshipman James R. Branch Jr. in a fatal encounter at the Naval Academy. Robison consults with his client extensively ahead of the trial slated to begin Wednesday.

Washington Post Annapolis James M. Munroe K .Robison U.S. N Minor Meriwether, Jr Naval Academy James R. Branch, Jr Robison

Pennypacker Misremembers Colorado Governor

Special to The Washington Post from Denver reports Governor Pennypacker of Pennsylvania seems unsure who governs Colorado. He questions divorce law reforms and asks Colorado’s governor to appoint delegates for a February Washington meeting. He addresses the letter to Alva Adams, governor of Colorado. In New York, Nellie McCoy the actress is hospitalized for nervous breakdown and moved to Astoria facility for rest. Tokyo reports bonds abroad higher yet cheaper at home amid foreign demand. domestic bonds remain weaker than London quotes.

Washington Ross Denver Colo Pennypacker Pennsylvania Colorado Keystone Alva Adams Adams Pueblo Gov. McDonald Nellie McCay New York Nellie McCoy Bellevue Hospital Astoria Long Island Gregory Miss McCoy Tokyo London

Revolt in Santo Domingo Tied to Money Interests

Reports from Santo Domingo warn of a general uprising inspired by New York financiers and opposed by President Morales. U.S. warships are stationed in Domingan waters to protect Americans as State Department officials monitor evolving conditions. The Domingan treaty faces Senate scrutiny, with potential U.S. supervision of dominos claims and debt settlements.

Santo Domingo United States Domingan Morales New York Roosevelt Senate State Department Dawson Lkely France Germany Italy

Dr Emil Praetorious Dead Editor of Westside Post

Dr Emil Praetorious aged 78 after a week of blood poisoning from a leg scratch died at his St Louis home. Born in Alzey Germany in 18%, he studied at Giesen and Heidelburg and fled Germany after 1848 9 revolutionary activity. He came to America then St Louis and in 1862 was elected Missouri legislator as an emancipationist. In 1864 he led the Westliche Post with Carl Schurz later joining him.

St. Louis Emil Preetorious Westside Post Alzey Rheinhessen Germany Giesen Heidelburg America Lincoln Missouri Praetorious Westliche Post Carl Schurz

Whitecapping Charge Fails in Mitchell County

Obediah J and Albert Powell, prominent Mitchell County residents, were discharged by U S Commissioner Roy Powell after being accused of whitecapping witnesses in illicit distillery cases. The case stemmed from an attack claimed by Crosby. Peter Powell, brother of the Teen, faced $400 bond after earlier trial. A separate Bayemer shooting accident near Pike County left Edward Sew York dead amid the season.

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