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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1907
Page
24
The article argues over President policy and Admiral Evans's ships sailing to the Pacific, noting opposition among naval officers and questions about timing and motives. It contends the move serves Pacific interests and criticizes leak timing amid anti American sentiment in Japan.
Tokyo reports show no Japanese comment on San Francisco unrest. Officials praise San Francisco police for prompt action. Editors say there is no motive to inflame anti American sentiment. Harvest festival brings holiday closures as the government notes a general holiday.
United States citizens were invited by the governor of Nagasaki to attend the second Prefectural Fisheries Exhibition in Nagasaki city from December 1 to December 8, 1907. The notice lists exhibit categories including fishing tackle refrigerating plants fish measures salt and related processing and drugs and medicines.
A jury verdict in the Delaware Ross case found Ross guilty as indicted in the April trial for murder with a base ball bat. The defense contends the verdict is double wrong as second degree, and a motion for a new trial is anticipated. The district attorney had indicated a request for a second degree verdict. Justice Swann's instructions aligned with a second degree outcome, with a minimum sentence of twenty years.
The Loyal Legion elects officers for the to lead in the upcoming season with Gen. Grenville M. York as commander in chief and Admiral John C. Wilson as senior vice commander. Other posts include junior vice commander John Boles of Missouri and Maj. Wenloin P. Hluxford registrar in chief. Profiles of regional councilors and treasurers are listed for District of Columbia New York Pennsylvania Maine Ohio California Massachusetts and more.
Coroner Nevitt, after an earlier finding, reversed his view on Mrs. Cathisine Deans death at Emergency Hospital. He planned to issue a death certificate by suicide. Police involvement followed with Capt. Boardman and Detective Mullen reviewing the case as Nevitt reconsiders the circumstances and the family is engaged.
Three hundred delegates and guests of the American Gas Institute gathered at the New Willard Hotel for a banquet and speeches. West and Henry Davis delivered humorous addresses, with toastmaster Charles H. Dickey presiding. Other speakers included Capt. W. E. McKay, Judge Be Laces, William Gartley, and Alexander C. Humphrey, as George O’Connor entertained with songs. The event highlighted Washington’s three decades of growth and the gas industry’s ties to the capital.
American Institute members held sessions at the Willard Hotel with morning and afternoon meetings. Officers elected include A C Hemphries president Henry L Doherty vice president Willem E Baehr second vice president and James W Dunbar secretary treasurer. The group discussed public policy and power measurement while calling for fair state supervision and rotated terms for regulators. Next convention will be in Detroit Michigan.
Two workers Addison Webster and Samuel Cothrell, reported blown to pieces in the Fontanet plant explosion, were found alive today seated outside an undertaker. The death toll increases to thirty six with two still unidentified corpses.
Washington girl Louise Hazel married Nathanson after meeting him at a New Orleans race track where tips led to her fiancé's winning converts. Nathanson advised her father to place bets on a favored horse, boosting his bankroll before the couple wed in Lauterville amid friends. They departed for New Orleans that night.
A single ear of corn set a world record price of 250 dollars at the Chicago national corn exposition in the Coliseum. The ear, grown by E Clote of Franklin Indiana, was bought by a Boone County grower for cash, adding to Clote’s 753 dollars in prizes at the show.
The annual inspection and review of the Knights Templars at American League Baseball Park drew over a thousand spectators. Columbia Commandery No 2 won the pennant for best drill, Orient Commandery No 5 captured the flag for highest resident attendance in uniform, and Commandery No 3 earned a silk pennant for top drill. A dress parade closed the program with 500 Masons marching to the Masonic Temple.
Mrs Jame Marshall and her daughter Mrs Mary Wright of Ingram Pa were trapped when a folding bed closed on them while sleeping Tuesday night. Mrs Marshall died soon after and Mrs Wright remained in critical condition with doubtful recovery.
Five First District patrol officers have taken sick leave citing insanitary and inadequately heated station conditions. They report men burning a gas heater behind the desk and note repeated attempts by Superintendent Sylvester to secure congressional funding for proper heating.
Creditors push for release of Beckwith deathbed confession from President Heck With of the Oberlin Bank wrecked by manipulation. They seek clues to Cassie L. Chadwick’s supposed estate and hidden wealth as her conspiracy trial proceeds in Cleveland. Authorities remain skeptical but open to possibilities.
Public release of Mrs. Gkesie L. Chadwick's will shows over 1,000,000 in property directed to family, friends, and charities including Charity and Lake Side hospitals. The document, dated January 14, names Chadwick memorial funds and Chadwick buildings, and was disclosed by bankruptcy receiver Nathan Losner as widow’s complex estate unsealed near Woodstock Ontario.
In Fort on October 17 Magistrate Breen fined Asi C Harrington ten dollars for overspeeding and held the Packard salesman for trial on operating under a New Jersey license. Witnesses testified during a chaotic chase as Harrington argued the speed. Also reported is Marie Urbapek a minister’s servant found unconscious from gas poisoning at a residence, believed accidental, with quick deterioration in health after being found in her room.
Dr. Easton announces resignation from the pastorate of the Bistond congregation after fourteen years of service. He cites a cancerous growth, improving health, and plans to enter business in Brooklyn with his son-in-law Harry Thatcher. During his tenure he paid off part of a $70,900 debt and welcomed over 100 new members, though the church faced disruption five years ago.
The jury hearing a 4000 suit for libel brought by William Amory against H. Vreeland, president of the Metropolitan Street Railway Company, failed to reach a verdict in a second trial. The prior trial also ended without a decision. The case centers on statements Vreeland allegedly circulated about Amory’s attack on the railway firm.
Two balloon teams prepare to stay aloft through the night in experimental conditions for the James Gordon Bennett Cup races. The Amercen II and another craft drift north after 4:10 p.m. ascent, while the large Amertes suffers minor damage from spontaneous combustion. German aeronaut Paul Meckel departs for St Louis to join the international balloon race lineup.
The Weather Bureau reports general conditions with a developing area of large pressure over the upper Midwest, bringing fair weather elsewhere. Friday through Saturday are expected to be fair, with colder temps in the Lower Mississippi Valley and northern Atlantic states. Winds vary along coasts, with southwest to southeast in places and northwesterly along others. Special forecast notes missing aeronauts and search efforts from coastal stations and authorities.
Washington dispatch reports Dr Wilmer of Atlanta opposing the revised scripture edition at the Episcopal convention in Richmond. Deputies and bishops clash over levity and authority as the revised edition is rejected and the James Bible remains official. Suffragan bishops bill passes in the house of bishops, with plans for white or Negro bishops and diocese control. Conference committee to resolve provincial establishment.
Article notes growing trend of women opening bank accounts and using checking services for bill payments. Mentions safe deposit boxes, rent, and interest on checking, highlighting convenience and economy for female customers.
Northwest corner of Fifteenth and Peonspirante hosts a session led by Charles J. Bell, president, as city records reference American Security and Trust Company affairs and governance during the period.
New York October 17 Rockefeller senior official of Standard Oil of New Jersey will be the last witness in the Federal oil case against the oil combine. The hearing will adjourn tomorrow for four weeks. Rockefeller telegraphed to the counsel for the defendants that he would be in the city and prepared to testify. Government lawyers seek details of 2400 loans by Standard Oil Company of New York to other interests. Kellogg aims to learn the identity of buyers of the Manhattan Oil Company plant.
Mrs Murty reports her seventeen year old daughter Anna Murty of 114 Eleventh Street Northwest left home about a month ago and has not been heard from. The mother asks police to locate and arrest her, noting a prior absence of two months.
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