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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1909

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13

Peary-Cook pole claim fuels Arctic speed debate

In New York a heated exchange erupts as Peary supporters and Cook backers clash over the explorer’s claimed rapid Arctic traverse. Dr Cook argues favorable land sighting near eighty seventh parallel and the 16 day Cape Columbia reach, while Fiala cites ideal ice for the record run. The debate centers on whether Peary’s speed substantiates Cook’s pole discovery claim and hints at a possible third claimant, Bernier, moving toward the pole with Canadian backing.

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Cook to sail to New York amid Greenland plans

Dr Frederick A Cook, awaiting spring to proceed to Greenland with Eskimo companions, travels from Copenhagen via Christiania to New York, with Amundsen and Bay endorsing aspects of his polar route. Copenhagen university awards him an honorary Doctor of Science in a crowded ceremony.

Denmark Brokaw Greenland University of Copenhagen Copenhager Frederick A Cook Chilatlang Oscar M1 New York Roald Amundsen Cook Christianaend Han Brussels Finand Count Hellstelna Castle Hind Kean Exran Dagish Greensand Nils Pole Gould Brokaw Fedora Torp Coon North Pole Dr Conk Egan Danmark United States Torn Dr Cook

Peary and Cook Eskimo testimony spark dispute over speeds

Sydney reports secretary of the Peary Arctic Club presents a skeleton timeline of Peary's route arguing that claimed Cook speeds may be possible under varying conditions. Bridgman notes Eskimo testimony and weather factors could affect return pace and disputes Cook’s claims.

Cities Call For Peary Visit By Portland And South Portland

Portland and South Portland invite Commander Peary to visit and attend a public reception. Messages telegraphed to Sydney announced the arrival and the two mayors led a joint movement for a reception. Peary’s wife and two children left for Sydney to meet him on his way to the United States.

Portland South Portland Eortland South Fortland Commander Peary Sydney Adam P Leighton Fetlan Fred Hamilton Rinen Comander Peary United States Richmond Comar Lobert Peary Virginia Mark FR. Lloyd Board of Directors York Association

Dewey Refuses To Dispute Peary And Cook Claims

Admiral George Dewey, visiting summer quarters, voices confidence that both Peary and Cook reached their Arctic goals. He calls for patience until scientific data is reviewed, noting it unlikely either would risk damaging their reputations with falsehoods. He expects the observations to tell the truth.

Beys Peary Cook George Dewey

Gen Edward M McCook Dies in Chicago Hospital

Gen Edward M McCook former governor of Colorado and Civil War major general died at Chicago’s Bapflat Hospital from Brights disease. Born in Steubenville Ohio he lived in Denver and served as a U S minister to Hawaii. Interment planned in Steubenville New York.

Gov' “Tor Colorado Chicago Howard M McCook United States Hawaii Chicago Bapflat McCook Kansas Meflooka Anson C. McCook New York Gen McGook Steubenville Ohio Denver

Peary Veiled Expedition Member Marvin News

Messages from Commander Peary confirm Marvin’s death ashore near Cape Columbia while returning from Great Bear region. Elmira, NY reports relay that his mother Rosa Marvin awaited news as friends and family planned a welcome home. Ships and dispatches spread across the United States and Canada as authorities informed the public.

North United States Peary

Scientists weigh who settles Peary and Cook dispute

Acting Coast and Geodetic Survey chief Perkins Saya says Washington may host the Cook Peary controversy settlement. If Dr Cook submits observations to the University of Copenhagen, the survey may compare notes with Peary and let Copenhagen or the survey itself render verdicts.

Washington Cook- Feary Cody Cook Capenagen America Porigatare Thesa Proota University of Copenhagen Wkel de Cook Peary Paina National Geographic Society Pearys North Pole Ward Aleske Yukon Internatonal Board of Geographers Aotentials Seattle

Taft Praises the Kaiser at Marblehead Yacht Race

President Taft with Beverly Mass guests aboard the Mayflower hails the German emperor as a sportsman and peacemaker during the Sonderklasse trophy presentation to Commodore William H Childs of the Bensonhurst Yacht Club. Vice Admiral Harandon responds to a toast and the German navy blue book is gifted. Taft accepts with pleasure and sends regards to the emperor.

Batandon Sonderklasse Beverly Mass Presidenta Watt May Bower William H Childs Bensonhurst Racgu Marblehead Harandon Barandor United States Tart Taft

Veterans Honor Shannon Wens at Arlington Banquet

A large crowd attended a Veterans encampment banquet at the Arlington Hotel honoring Col. Thomas Shannon and other Union Veterans leaders. Speeches by Col. Samuel Stratton, Col. Henry Sanford, and Col. M C Connelly highlighted pride in Civil War service with music from Sol Mingter orchestra and the Vanthcal Mandolin Club.

Ind Lambe Sion Arlington Hotel William H. Bailey Union Levion Samuel B. Stratton Rawling Post Henry W Sanford Union Vet+eran Legion M’ C Connelly Tinton Lezin William F Dally Sii Union Sol ‘Mingter Vanthcal Mandolin Club Shawman Segaion Thomas J Shanpon Hla Nathan Nunehauer Columbus Ohio Shannon Olivers Norrin Pennsylvania Ben D Miner Indiana CH Gardnee N H Holmes Fennsylvania Robert McKeovter New York Thomas H Maryland Frank L Blair Stewart New Jersey James Lynn Delaware Na Lee W P Griffith Josep McCabe Robert C Hayesque Corp

Final Function Honors German Imperial Peace Effort

A formal part of a final function expresses joy and satisfaction in contributing to the peace of the world. The speaker notes national pride and prideful prejudice among sportsmen of Germany and America, and extends best wishes to the Emperor of Germany. The sense is one of cordial sentiment and celebratory regard amid international sport.

Germany America

French Army Maneuvers Open in Bourbonnais Region

Amplepuis France September 9. The annual military maneuvers opened today under Gen. Tremeau in the Bourbonnais region. Operations are divided into two periods the 1st brigade division maneuvers and the second maneuvers of the army. This year an attempt will be made to get nearer to twenty ether conditions than ever. Forces engaged include the Thirteenth and Tourteenth corps and the Sixth cavalry division.

France Bourbonnais Tremeau

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