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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1906
Page
1
A special Cuban Congress session grants Palma’s demands as tensions rise. Taft Bacon and Roosevelt discuss a plan to investigate Cuba while aiming to sustain peace and US interests. Navy ships stand by to maintain status quo as insurgent leaders hint at surrender if authorized.
A new neutrality order directs strict scrutiny of all firearm shipments to Cuba and Latin America. Nevada W Stennahan, New York port collector, announced the measure, requiring verified manifests before vessels bound for destinations like Forts may sail. The order aims to enforce existing neutrality laws and prevent arms from reaching hostile regions.
Treasury Department in Washington has noticed possible movements of arms shipments to Cuban ports. Officials there plan to cooperate with Cuban authorities to address these concerns in alignment with Cuban wishes.
At Oyster Bay a conference ordered 2600 Marines and bluejackets hurried to Cuba to protect lives and property. The Dixie and Des Moines depart Guantanamo and Norfolk with Marines and ammunition. Tacoma and Cleveland ready to sail as needed. plan to land 2000 to 3000 fighting men if required to quell unrest in Cuba.
A detachment of seventy six marines plus eight officers at the Washington Navy Yard in Annapolis Maryland is ordered to prepare for departure to League Island Navy Yard Philadelphia. They will embark on a vessel bound for Cuba to protect U S interests with movements not fully disclosed. It is expected the detachment will sail tomorrow with a small group remaining at the Naval Academy.
Four inmates were knocked unconscious when a bolt struck the New Jersey State Reformatory at Rahway last night. Guards faced difficulty restoring order as several sustained serious injuries and the incident caused widespread excitement in the facility and town.
Owossa Bich, sister of Michigan United States District Attorney, died from severe burns after she used gasoline to start a kitchen fire by mistake. The fatal incident occurred today in Cerunne.
Special dispatch from Havana reports Cuba's Congress, in an extra session, granting President Palma expansive war powers and funding authority to prosecute the uprising. The measure doubles rural guards and expands archer forces, with opposition mainly from Liberals and some independents. President Palma warned of a continuing threat to constitutional order and independence, detailing the surprise uprising that began August 16 led by Guerra, Albert, and Guzman, and the government’s need to bolster forces to defend rail lines and public property.
A Baltimore and Northern Railroad excursion from Marlboro departs at 5 p m with connections for Washington and return tickets at reduced rates. Valid until Sunday night September 7, with round trip fare to Baltimore around 25 cents. Includes intermediate stops and weekend travel options for bowls and related events.
President Roosevelt appeals to Cuban leaders to end civil war and restore order in Cuba. He warns that independence is at risk if Cubans do not unite and reject internecine strife, invoking the U.S. treaty right to intervene to protect life and property. He names Senor Quesada and calls for immediate cessation of hostilities and a peaceful path to self-government.
A Roosevelt message to the Cuban government seeks rapid action after delays in aid to Cuba. The document forwards a copy of a letter to President Palma and urges immediate publication. In a separate Peoria incident, three masked men attempted a train robbery on the Rock Island line near Peoria, striking conductor Robert Murray and escaping into the night.
Severe storms struck Johnson County Nebraska causing four deaths, multiple injuries, and extensive property damage. A tornado west of Tecumseh destroyed a school and killed George Koehler while wrecking homes. in Nelson another tornado damaged barns, windmills, and a school building, alarming local children.
Michael Laesko shot and killed his wife Mary in front of his brother in law John Batch and their three year old daughter during a quarrel over the return of the couple’s child. Laesko attempted to kill a second man, Kutch, but was beaten and subdued with his own revolver. Mrs Laesko had recently left him and he kidnapped the daughter before being arrested.
Carl U Young traveling auditor for the Panhandle and Pecos Valley Land Company was arrested in Kansas City on an indictment returned in New Mexico last April. He faced a hearing before U S Commissioner F W F Wuckles and was released on bond for appearance at the federal court in Albuquerque at the last term.
The United Fruit Company's steamer Brewster, seven days overdue from the West Indies, reached Port Antonio, Jamaica, with a crew of 35 aboard and no passengers. Cable advices to company officials said the ship suffered great damage in last week's hurricane and was carrying only a crew.
An accident at the Risley Waters sawmill in Diurtha Menifee County Kentucky caused an explosion that instantly killed John Hale and Ross Byrd while three others suffered burns. The mill was blown to pieces and debris scattered, leaving a scene of heavy destruction.
Columbus Ohio September 14 panic swelled a crowd of about 90 000 seeking a view of Mrs Longworth President McKinley’s daughter. The crush sent women and children fleeing and trampling occurred as security failed and the ceremony was postponed. Mrs Longworth remained composed as speeches were cut and the crowd surged toward the governors office. Police cleared the way for the Longworths to reach a carriage then a train to Cincinnati.
In a Motor Boat Club of America race on the Hudson River, Harm Odlet and J. Ferry perished from the Vesuvius after it lagged behind Dixie and Den. Odinet fell overboard during the bid to don a coat. Ferry jumped to aid him and both were swept away. Life savers found the Vesuvius abandoned, towed it to Calumet, and the vessel sank. the bodies were not recovered.
The Philadelphia chemical manufacturer Henry Wampole, 57, missing for days, was found dead in the Hudson River near Weehawken. A trusted employee of Wampole & Co. allegedly involved in a money loss. Wampole reportedly distraught over business entanglements and believed to have killed himself by jumping from a ferryboat. The body was identified at Hoboken undertakers after being retrieved by laborers.
Frank Wisnewski, key witness in the James W Simpson murder case, escaped from the Long Island State Hospital on Sept 14. The raid caused a security alert as keepers searched Kentport and surrounding areas for the eyewitness who had previously testified about the Horner murder.
Macon man Charles Gelsmar shot Mrs Ivey at her Atlanta home about 3 o'clock this morning after being refused admittance. He then killed himself, shattering a thumb bone and blowing out his brains. Mrs Ivey, once a well known resident, had moved to Atlanta with her husband. The incident follows his infatuation and repeated visits, including a dine with the family last Sunday.
Chancellor outlines plans to introduce innovations soon as he predicts improvements. He promises new buildings and facilities while noting dismissals and appointments at M1 Street High School. Mrs. A J Cooper colored former principal dismissed. M F F Swartzell named instructor of Latin and Greek.
The board debated resignations of instructors and staff including M F Swartzell and Mrs A J Cooper as it considers sweeping changes to school administration. Dr Chancellor urged consolidating administration to better connect pupils, teachers, principals, and superintendent, with admissions rules revised to allow high school graduates direct entry to normal schools. Reynolds' report endorsed for submission to President Roosevelt. The meeting also noted future salary classifications, and anticipated further action at the next session.
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