29 Nov 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1909
Page
1
Reports indicate progress toward forming a commission to examine political conditions in Central America. Key figures named include former officials James W Davis and James B McCreary, with involvement from the State and Navy Departments and high level diplomatic circles.
United States officials selected Tromes C Dawson and B Scott from the State Department as experts on international law at the 1906 third International Conference of American States in Rio Janeiro. Dave ton, former Latin-American bureau head, previously minister to Santo Domingo and Colombia, speaks Spanish and has years in Latin America. Director Joan Barrett of the Bureau of American Hopulitics cannot be considered for membership while in current post. Mexico may appoint a parallel commission, but the two bodies would not form a single commission. they would work independently. State Department declined comment.
Dissatisfied followers of Vice President Zayas watch executive Gomez as fusion efforts falter in Liberal ranks. Rumors of forced retirement loom, with Zayas urged to head the nation. Fusion strains deepen as cabinet appointments threaten party balance amid Negro office demands and political maneuvering in Havana.
Walter Wellman issues a long critique of Dr Cook and Peary, arguing Cook’s arctic voyage records are physically impossible and not credible. He compares narratives, calls Cook’s data unreliable, and urges scientific verification, asserting Peary’s account is superior and more plausible.
Miss Lulu E. K. Mackey, a Youngstown attorney and Trumbull county bar member, buys the McKinley birth home near Nile, once a tramp shelter, to restore as a museum. She plans to fund the project and has gathered McKinley relics, aiming to open the house as a public museum in Ohio.
Harvard introduces a new elective system under President Lowell requiring at least one subject and one line of study. Freshmen must commit to a primary field, with language, literature, mathematics, philosophy and practical courses all affected. The change applies to all majors while first year guidance determines subsequent study.
Baltimorean Laurence Perin once famed for tales of coins and treasures on his Rondal estate is reported insane and has been assigned to oversee the American consul at Malaga Spain according to a Times correspondent.
Nine men aboard the US gunboat Marietta lie off Port Aimob Costa Lea after two boats were swept to sea in Friday night storms. A wireless general alarm and lookout request were issued. The schooner Herrera Line steamer Maria Herrera is overdue near Santiago Cuba with cattle from Santiago to Puerto Rico. A reward is offered for information leading to rescue or location of the missing crew.
Rettored to have ben lost off Frying Pan Shoals the lone craft named Jaunth M feet long and with power gear was recovered by the United States Navy tender Wistaria under Capt. Wich art. A boat deck and clothing were found aboard with initials A B I. The incident suggests occupants may be missing. authorities report no definitive ownership.
In Gavena Cuba on November 23, Secretary of Justice Diving Juan Garcia Kohly and his brother Marty Garcia Kohly, Cuba’s minister to Mexico, were thrown from a car by a bursting tire. Both were badly hurt with possible fatal injuries.
A gunman fires a shot intended for minister Verand as a French war chief stands near the scene in Paris. The attack occurs while an officer is entering a Paris hotel to attend a banquet, prompting arrests and an official investigation.
A collision injures ex Gov Andrew L Harris and Mrs Harris as a Algerian assassin fires at Gen Bruneau Verand at the Hotel Continental in Paris. Aiming at Gen Brun minister of war, the gunman wounded Verand in the neck. he was arrested amid crowd roughing. Police blamed a Portuguese anarchist. King Manuel of Portugal attends President Mills visit.
Special to The Washington Ros. Syracuse reports John J Fisch, at Denver, Colorado, was killed early this morning in an arrasva accident aboard the Lake Shore Limited on the New York Central Railroad between Buffalo and Rochester. He was crossing the vestibule between the Pullman sleeper and dining car when the train broke in two, throwing him under the trucks. Railroad officials say it is the first fatal accident of this kind.
Washington Post report says Arctic explorer Frederick A. Cook hid in New York to write his book while conspirators threatened to destroy his records. Brother William L Cook and friends confirm letters threatening to blow up the records and to steal documents, with Mrs Cooks whereabouts largely unknown and Cook in seclusion for rest.
President Taft plans a sharp message to Congress on sugar trust abuses. He aims to name top executives and discuss Sherman antitrust law changes after a Supreme Court ruling. Kellogg’s potential role as special counsel is noted, with Wickersham and Kellogg in talks and standard oil cases shaping upcoming court actions. The President’s Sunday was quiet, with church service and a private automobile outing.
A Congressional committee returning from the canal inspection reports疲疲 heavy travel and rough conditions. Members rose early each day despite long journeys by rail and foot, with frequent rains hindering progress. Despite weariness, most say they are near rested and ready for hearings in New York tomorrow.
The National Geographic Society will honor Commander Peary at its December 15 banquet with a specially designed medal for reaching the pole. Prominent attendees are expected and President Taft may attend to present the award. Willis L Moore, society president, wraps up plans as he returns to New York and may reveal final banquet arrangements.
The season saw 28 hunting fatalities across upper Michigan and Wisconsin, tying nine year highs. Notable losses include Dr John R. Moore of United States Steel in Ironwood and others amid ongoing reports of accidents during duck and bird hunting as the season nears its end.
King Manuel of Portugal was greeted by thousands in Paris on his way to a church event. He then visited the Auteuil racecourse with President Fallieres and later attended a palace banquet at the Elysee where cordial toasts were exchanged.
San Francisco circles buzz as Lew Powell and Ad Wolgast weigh in at 133 pounds for a twenty round match tomorrow night. Powell favored around 1 to 1 while Wolgast money pours in, referee Jack Welch to oversee a $400 purse for the winner with split. The winner is expected to meet lightweight champ Batting Nelson. Both fighters are reported in fine condition.
Memorial gathering at Broadway Tabernacle honored former Minnesota governor John A Johnson with remarks by President Taft Governor Hughes and Charles Towne among speakers. Taft’s letter praised Johnson’s character leadership and belief in opportunity while Hughes noted Johnson’s broad appeal across party lines.
The Appropriations Committee returning from the Panama Canal project advocates replacing the current canal organization with a single chief engineer and director. Col Goethals supports unifying roles, while the panel doubts a $315 million cost fits the next bill and forecasts expenditures falling short of canal officers’ requests. Labor union interest expected as pay raises are debated amid weather delays.
Regulators in West Virginia threaten to prohibit football after a Morgantown injury. The Washington and Jefferson College game prompted lawmakers to push a bill to ban the sport statewide. Many legislators express opposition and readiness to introduce prohibiting legislation at the next session.
Marshall, Brooklyn chess expert, says mental strain from a long series of games nearly shattered his nerves and will likely retire. He may still play in the next international tournament with Coppa Blanes and other top champions entered.
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