23 Nov 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1909
Page
1
Rescuers push through galleries as 42 bodies are recovered and others remain trapped. Soldiers urge governor to empower action as toxic gases threaten more victims. Survivors and families cling to hope while officials analyze fire gases with government experts monitoring for dangerous mixes.
A brutal gale and tornado sweep through Dexter Missouri Hamilton Ohio and surrounding regions injuring residents. A passenger steamer Puritan loses its rudder and awaits tow to Chicago as life savers assist the crew. Strong winds of up to 48 miles per hour and large waves lash Lake Michigan. In Dexter fifteen houses destroyed, the county fair buildings wrecked, including an amphitheater, with two women and two children injured. In Hamilton and nearby areas roofs blown off, several buildings damaged, and property losses estimated around 37000 dollars in Dexter.
Wounded deputies and tense excitement marked a Saturday in the city as a small party of Negroes fired on officers. One man charged with the shooting was arrested as a posse hunted further suspects. The scene at St Vincent Hospital in New York reported Lt. Carlisle Steadup in recovery and improving.
The United States moves toward removing President Zelaya after a diplomatic tangle at the State Department. Secretary Knox approves punitive steps and a possible four hundred Marines deployment from Philadelphia next Saturday. The White House signals firm action to protect American lives and property in Nicaragua and across Central America.
Reports from Tampa to Key West and San Juan battle over the Nourmahal’s whereabout as wireless links falter and wreck clues multiply. Caracas and Willemstad offer conflicting sightings while naval wireless teams push for a definitive harbor presence.
Great quantities of lava run from a volcanic eruption in Tenerife as explosions subside. Trustees Nicholga Biddle and William A Debhyn, acting as secretary, state five volcanoes are active including Shrow Astor estate and Douglas Robinson. Populations ease but fear remains as the scene stabilizes after several days of anxiety.
Reports from Port Antonio to New York describe naval movements and rescue efforts as shallow Caribbean waters hinder operations. The Nourmahal yacht, linked to Mrs Astor, is reported missing after leaving San Domingo during a hurricane with uncertainty about Col Astor’s whereabouts.
In Managua on Nov 2 the Nicaraguan government doubts a U S demand for reparation after the execution of two Americans Grace and Cannon. Zelaya says no official communication has arrived and cites Nicaragua's legal procedure as the reason he would not intervene the court martial verdict.
Santiago Chile November 22 The Chilean government says it will submit the Alsop claim to arbitration at The Hague and has deposited 9100 000 in London to the permanent court The government demands a full examination of all details without restriction In official circles the move was anticipated following a State Department dispatch to Santiago believed aimed at prompting action
United States Army opens aerial warfare drills at Sandy Hook New York with balloons raised as targets at Fort Hancock. General Foulois of the Signal Corps commands the aerial invaders. Tests to follow later in the week aim to gauge range and effectiveness against airships as German experiments show slower fire from fixed artillery.
Mary Sherman McCallum, widow of James McCallum, seeks an absolute divorce in district court, alleging infidelity and requesting sole custody of their two children John Sherman McCallum, 44, and Cecilia Sherman McCallum, 11. The case shadows a long city life linked to Senator and Mrs Sherman and a noted adoption tale surrounding Janey T. McCallum.
Fire swept Warrenton tearing through four blocks destroying $5 residences and business properties. Officials say dynamiting two frame buildings and the hotel annex saved the town as volunteers fought the blaze under high winds. The post office and courthouse area escaped major damage while several homes and businesses were burned, including a summer studio and the Warren Green Hotel annex.
Mrs William Paul of Moorestown New Jersey mother of Alice Paul the suffragist jailed in England cables Ambassador Reid. She appeals for better treatment or release for her American daughter who is among prisoners being forcibly fed.
Special to The Washington Foot from Salinas California reports a heavy quake felt at an early hour, lasting about fifteen to sixteen seconds, causing many to rush into streets. Shocks were noted in Berkeley, while the Mount Hamilton seismograph showed no trace of a quake nearby.
The plan seeks a new speedway route starting at Bandstand as interest grows. The superintendent of grounds proposes other ideas but has not reached a final decision. A December 11 horse carnival is planned under The Post auspices with Mr Haven of Warrenton as judge.
Washington foremen push plan to convert a 1 1/2 mile land strip from the bandstand to Potomac Park’s western end into a straightaway speedway for horse, carriage, and auto traffic. Col Cosby weighs shifting park use, while critics warn against limiting the eastern park access, with debates echoing budget clashes in London.
The sale of fashionable furs by the Petersburg Fur Co. of New York continues at the BIon Galleries, with models shown at 11 and fashionable figures at your end prices.
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