King Banishes His Son Rallys in Portugal Revolt Feared
Opponents press for abdication as calls from conservatives demand the Prime Minister step down. Loyalists feel pressure grows amid unrest and reports of troops ready to act.
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1907
Page
3
Opponents press for abdication as calls from conservatives demand the Prime Minister step down. Loyalists feel pressure grows amid unrest and reports of troops ready to act.
Fragmented OCR lists multiple funeral directors and undertakers with scattered addresses and names. It mentions Frank Geier Sons, Harveys Sons, W R Speare, Thos A Nalley & Son, Thos A Costello, and J Waleian Lee among others, signaling a directory-style notice of local funeral services and operators.
Foreign correspondents at Lisbon report that Senor Viherrala openly declares the straggie between Aung Cartes and the people should end by the monarch's abdication or deposition. The situation remains tense as authorities seek a resolution amid disputed facts and tensions.
In Leeds the suffragettes disrupted a Home Affairs secretary Herbert Gladstone meeting, forcing him to abandon attempts to address the crowd. Intermittent interruptions grew until a scuffle broke out as a man tried to take a seat, turning the gathering into a tense clash as officials tried to close proceedings.
Reports from Noumea New Caledonia today confirm the total loss of the old French warship Meurthe which for twenty two years guarded French colonies in the South Seas. While in tow for Sydney the French steamer St Conlog was struck by a storm tearing the line and causing the Dutch? to separate. The St Louis departed to assist the crew as the vessel sank.
Editor Maximilian Harden faces a criminal libel charge in Berlin as the court prepares for the forthcoming trial. Judge Foye will oversee the case stemming from Harden’s alleged insults against Count Kuno von Moltke, who sued for character assassination. The hearing date has not yet been set.
A misread and garbled 19th century report claims the British American Tobacco combine dominates global trade. It alleges the American Tobacco Company controls production, pricing, and distribution across markets including England, Ireland, India, and China, with implications for foreign firms and export balances. The piece names figures such as Walliam Ro Tons and references a contested commission hearing.
A fire at a city hotel early caused the death of one man and left others injured. Emergency crews found the victim in a room amid smoke and debris. The investigation into the blaze is ongoing.
Fragmented OCR text shows patient names ages and locations with unclear dates and actions. Names include Morgan Sit Cone and Meg alain Cone, with ages around mid-30s to 60s. Mentions locations near Colombia and Tennessee and generic health notation without clear events or outcomes.
Burlington NJ November 22 1899 police probe a strangling murder of ES Jefferson a wealthy merchant near his home by the railroad in Burlington Officials doubt robbery motive and suspect revenge Though arrests were made none convicted William Fox appeared before a hearing and Chester Acker was discharged Investigators note cord marks and a blow to the head and say Jefferson’s valuables vanished after the assault with his hat umbrella and knife recovered nearby
William B Leeds, financier and former president, suffered a stroke described as likely caused by overwork amid industrial troubles. The attack affected his left side, with medical observers noting signs consistent with a cerebrovascular event.
A man named Jennings, described as demented, tried to shoot Mr Stevenson at his residence after a dispute over water pipes. Stevenson grappled for the revolver as two workers and a nearby woman intervened, freeing him and detaining Jennings. The assailant, about fifty five, was overpowered. motive cited as excessive kindness toward Stevenson.
Special to The Barhington Post reports the White Star Majestic arrived in New York with 12 percent cargo from England prompting prices to rise as local merchants handle the Ural Importation consignments.
2 word was received today from Tasmania of the wreck of the Norwegian bark Alfhild. The men were drowned. The captain and all others who had been lost in the woods after regaining shore were still missing when the steamer Aoryngl left Sydney. Williams 3 vol 22 Harry Dickle aged sixteen years shot and in xixnUy kid his brother Norman aged seven vents here today, while showing Hi his stepfather tightened burglars.
Manila reports Pablo Ocampo and Benito Legarda named commissioners from the Philippines to Congress plan to depart for Washington on November 28. Legarda previously served in the Aguinaldo era and Philippine Commission. Ocampo, aligned with the revolution, later took an oath under a general amnesty.
Howard Maxwell, former president of the borough bank, is indicted on grand larceny and forgery. Four bondsmen posted 3000 to await further action as the Kings County grand jury recessed. The case, tied to fraud allegations, continues as prosecutors seek further evidence and possible trial dates.
A seismo graph reading at the observatory here registered a violent earthquake at a great distance likely from the Inland of Swan of Loe in the Samoan group. Thursday evening disturbance lasted about two hours. Savah ia, the largest Samoan island, has several active and extinct volcanoes.
A damaged late 19th century report claims a box opened during demolition of the Consolidated Stock Exchange revealed preserved relics tied to Christopher Columbus. A gold mounted tile and bone fragments drew the most attention while accompanying letters and memoranda describe the cornerstone history and authenticity.
Isaac Helfer real estate dealer obtained a verdict in New York Supreme Court against William Waldorf Astor for the return of $2000 paid as a deposit for a vacant lot at 29th Street and Fifth Avenue. The defense questioned whether the opposing party held anarchistic opinions.
San Francisco area brief reports Prince Galmon of Tilhta arrested in the Police Court on two charges one for defrauding an automobile company and another for failing to pay a debt. He claimed to have engaged passage on the steamer Mariposa for 19 days and would wait until the court is satisfied. Case continued.
New York investigator William M Ivins charged Cleveland mayor Tom L Johnson and associates with stock watering of Nassau Electric Railway before its sale to Brooklyn Rapid Transit. He alleged increases in bonds and creation of new preferred stock, claiming illicit enrichment and urging law changes to prohibit such practices.
Viscount Kaneko announced Tokyo would host an international exposition in 1912 at a dinner for foreign ambassadors and ministers at the Nobles Club. Baron von Schwartzsensten on behalf of the diplomatic corps pledged participation, while Japan’s Agriculture Minister Matzudka said foreign relations were cordial and noted possible American participation.
Berlin reports temperance advocates led by Prof Yorel petition the government to reserve rail cars on Saturdays and Sundays for intoxicated persons. Ministers and university alumni push to curb student drinking by abolishing compulsory drinking in corps. Current practices bar abstainers and pressure students to drink. Indications show excessive drinking still declines.
Charles Baird of Philadelphia was convicted by a French court for running down and killing a boy named Darpre at Newlly on October 10. He received an eight month imprisonment and a 1 cent fine plus 200 dollars in damages to be paid.
National Health Bureau meeting highlighted a drop in Washington DC death rates and urged federal action to create a national health bureau. William Creighton Whodward Washington health officer urged amends for past neglect and stronger federal support to improve public health nationwide. Other speakers discussed public health challenges and municipal sanitation.
The Washington Post reports United States buyers secure the most desirable parts of the Kann art collection. Benjamin Altman, the Huntington estate, and AB Wiener purchase several Rembrandts and other masterworks. The sale yields a handsome profit and cements Altman’s role in acquiring premier works.
The National Bank of North America of New York attached BR Thomas Summers home Stone Acre in Newport this afternoon in a suit seeking $6000 on a promissory note. The writ allows occupancy for one year. Thomas bought Stone Acre two years ago from John Wo Fins. Alabama banker Liws My Deke, president of Adelia National Bank, was sentenced to five years for misapplication of funds in Anniston.
Philadelphia reports Dr F Nathan Pampinella a well known physician and nervous disease specialist committed death by own action in his city apartments by taking morphine. He had pursued treatment for locomotor alexia amid financial embarrassment. The physician, about fifty years old, died today.
Andrew Melock and Henry Yaher of Homestead fought with a fork and scissors in a Pittsburgh scene on November 2. Both men were stabbed repeatedly and rushed to hospital in serious condition.
The Sunday Post presents a collage of sensational items from clergy to crooks, daring feats, strange curiosities, and front page curiosities. It highlights convicts, sailors, puzzling coins, and odd tales from crime to travel, all in a breezy weekend miscellany tone.
Weston in Toledo Ohio endured a rough day on the road, traveling sixteen miles in nine hours. He faced stomach trouble and was not seated until 2:00 PM, with a late start and a slow pace marking the trip.
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