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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1907
Page
36
A Panama Canal Record summary notes life clubs are flourishing, with many forming leagues and attracting large followings. Gymnasiums host frequent games, while debates over an ice trust and canal-related projects spark interest.
The document strings describe a chaotic request for restitution or conscience money, referencing a ruling, reversal, and demands to recover funds. It mentions a June date, a monetary amount near zero, and various scattered notes about compensation, legal action, and possible distribution to a fund or areas.
Health authorities strengthen plague surveillance and issue warnings as they track bubonic and contagious diseases near army posts. The local health box urges vigilance and outlines measures to contain potential outbreaks amid wartime strains.
A writ of error issued by Chief Justice Fuller will bring Adolphus Coulson’s Canal Zone murder case to the U S Supreme Court. Coulson, condemned to death without trial by jury, sparked congressional interest after officials and Panama authorities debated service of the writ and required intercession. The case marks one of the first capital punishments on the isthmus and was ruled by a three-judge court.
An anonymous letter received yesterday warns all Japanese and Chinese in Bellingham Washington to leave at once. It claims Japanese workers at canneries are armed and ready to resist eviction, while Chinese residents will not mount a strong stand. The letter quotes EE Deming, general manager of the Pacific American Fisheries, saying Orientals should exit the salmon canning industry, and that Japanese are being urged to affiliate with labor unions.
Vancouver reports detail a government plan to deport or land Hindu and other Asian migrants from a steamship voyage halted by protests. Mayor Bethune of Vancouver alerts authorities as ship Monteagle carries 11 Japanese 149 Chinese and 041 Hindus. responses cite fears of racial backlash and police action within a tense Dominion capital scene. The piece notes a larger clash of immigration policy, public order, and Dominion attitude toward Asiatic labor amid press dispatches from Tokyo.
At Cumberland Maryland on Sept 19 the Allegany County Republican committee split into two factions led by Lloyd Lowndes and George Pearre. Lowndes claims a majority with 22 committee members, while Pearre counters with credentials, threatening court action to settle control. Compromise urged to avoid jeopardizing the party ticket.
A Chicago school controversy surfaced over admitting adults into classrooms. Superintendent Cooley proposed placing three Japanese, one French, one Hollander, two Irishmen, and an Englishman in an ungraded room at Jonex School, while Dr Guerin and several trustees objected to admitting adults or Orientals to schools with children. The attorney supported legality of admitting adults over twenty one but did not commit. The issue was referred to the committee on school management.
Sept 1 Lincoln Neb Gov Ceprie L Sheldon endorses unconstitutional amendment to strip federal courts of power to enjoin state laws. He argues federal injunctions disrupt state governance as the State Railway Commission compiles delinquencies of railways. A letter from Burlington General Freight Agent Spene admits advising agents to withhold reports from the state commission and submit to Omaha office.
New York dispatch reports F o Harriman and James J Hill rivals in Western Railroad field walked arm in arm from Mannan Street to William Street near the Equitable Building. George F Baker of First National Bank and Qt & Kahn accompanied them as tension between rivals appeared subdued in this informal greeting. A later Denver note says J F Welborn resigns as president of Colorado Fuel and Iron Company and a directors meeting will choose a successor.
Senator Foraker denies accusations from the Onlo Jewelers convention alleging he blocked anti counterfeit watch and gold marking laws. The dispute centers on a trust in watch manufacture and claims of promised Senate action. Foraker asserts he supported the measures and rejects all charges as untrue.
Senator Charles A Culberson of Texas arrived in Washington to discuss river and barber improvements under way in Texas and to confer with Army engineers. He declined to discuss political questions, stating he is not a candidate for the Democratic national convention. He will remain in Washington through the week.
Prominent New York lawyer and philanthropist R Guggenheimer died at his Long Branch home after a brief illness. A former NYC council president, he led charitable efforts for Jewish communities and homeless youths, supported public education, and backed practical feeding programs for the poor. He served as vice president of the Tammany general committee and chaired New York City high schools.
The Washington Post reports that Mavario Hakay and Julian Devega, former ladrone chiefs, pleaded guilty to brigandage and their sentences were upheld by the Supreme Court. They face execution alongside Jargon Moninsen and Leon Villaferte, with commutations to imprisonment for two others. Filipino papers push for harsh punishment while American outlets urge extreme action. The superintendent of public instruction comments on alleged readiness to grant immediate independence pleas.
Acting Secretary of War Gen Olver orders the relief of several regiments after long service in the Philippines. The Twenty fourth Infantry sails to New York via Manila, with units stationed at Madison Barracks and Fort Ontario. Other cavalry and infantry reassignments shift to Forts in Texas, Michigan, Kentucky, California, Alaska, and Vancouver Barracks as replacements depart for Manila or Alaska.
A question arises over how army regulations govern artillery practice with gun batteries. The rule requires the powder charge not be carried to the loading or gun platform before the preceding shot is discharged to avoid flarebacks. An explanatory order clarifies there is no restriction on firing rate beyond this safety provision.
The vessel completed speed trials though slightly below her sister ship and the eighteen knot target. Navy officials report the trial record satisfactory after Captain Rutherland’s board confirmed Kane’s successful steaming and gun trials. The four hour average at full power reached 17.1 knots and a twenty four hour endurance of 170.3 miles.
The Navy Equipment Bureau issued proposals to supply a total of about 203 thousand tons of fuel for Atlantic battleships. Roughly 135 thousand tons will be steam coal and the rest oil or semi bituminous coal, to be shipped from Atlantic ports aboard American or foreign registry vessels and delivered at Mora Island and other points by early February.
The card outlines a complex arrangement for a President and party traveling waterways aboard the Lily with aides and Secret Service. It notes involvement of Army and Navy officers, transport arrangements, provisioning at New York and Watertown arsenals, and expected progress along the Mississippi River with inspections and official duties.
Five West Point cadets dismissed on May 2 1901 were later offered restoration to commissions as second lieutenants after years of civilian careers. Mahaffey Cleveland Keller Linton and Bowlby pursued varied paths in law engineering and academia while serving later in different capacities.
War Minister Prequart watches autumn maneuvers as the Twelfth Corps at Angouleme and the Eighteenth Corps at Perigueux begin simultaneous attacks. Each corps must defend its base and fix enemy lines of communication in a forty five mile swing.
Secretary Taft plans to ask Congress to authorize an increase of five or six hundred officers as shortages across commands hinder efficiency. The 7th regiment has full officers but several companies lack leadership, with 629 officers on duty elsewhere and many in executive, recruiting, or National Guard roles. Gen Bell prepares a statement for the annual army report outlining the condition.
Capt. Frank H. McCoy of the Third Cavalry, who had spent the summer at Yellowstone Park with his wife, is recalled by the War Department to resume duties as an assistant military aid to the President. The move signals few further changes in military and naval aides.
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