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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1907
Page
40
A Philadelphia court battle centers on Standard Oil and Tidewater interests amid indictments and stock transfers. Insurgent directors challenge control as judges examine acts predating Sherman antitrust, with tensions over governance, asset transfers, and corporate capitalization.
At about 4 30 pm yesterday near Seventh and ME two men were injured when a wagon overturned. A bystander Ward attempted to intervene. the wagon lurched and animals pulled the team into a tree box. Both injured were carried away for treatment.
A young man nicknamed Jim the Sey is accused in Police Court of stealing money. He claims the item was taken by others and recounts a troubled life with foster parents, desertion, and a wish to learn his parentage as he faces a four charge case. He mentions his alias and uncertain origins, vowing to prove his innocence.
Arthur Brailey of Hillsdale and his two young daughters narrowly escape drowning when Buckford Creek rises and washes away a rear kitchen. The family, awakened by a crash, flee into the doorway as the kitchen bolts loose, floats briefly, and is demolished within minutes.
General directs attorney to read copy of Landis case ruling as officials pledge immunity for Alton officials. Attorney General Bonaparte says policy unchanged. no new statements forthcoming. Oklahoma constitution copy awaited. President Roosevelt to consider after western trip. Trust busting plans hinge on Purdy’s return from Europe.
A heavy rainfall drenched the city yesterday causing flooded sidewalks and gushing gutters. Weather observers noted the storm, though intense, was not unprecedented for this time of year, with about 3.3 inches recorded since yesterday morning.
Bruyvesant Fish publishes a long letter urging stockholders to proxy vote at the Chicago October 16 annual meeting to block M H Harriman and allies. He alleges Union Pacific interests dominate Illinois Central and cites earnings padding and management actions to pressure investors.
The text reports a man named Thomas McDermott ended his life by placing a week on a bar before moving an engine. Relatives sought hospital care but he died. The incident appears linked to a desire for pleasure resorts and a tragic death on the railway.
Thomas McDermott a resident of Agnew and his wife Catherine faced court action over alcohol and behavior. McDermott struggled with sobriety, agreed to cut drinks, and was reportedly found in a crisis leading to a fatal fall in Oyster Bay after a confrontation near a railroad line. The incident followed a pattern of legal and domestic tensions centering on his drinking and failed commitments.
Washingtonians hurt when Southern Railway flyer derailed near Frans siding are improving with no serious outcomes expected. Lt Keefe and his daughter report bruises and a knee cap injury. several others including Mrs Hacker and Mrs Brownlow’s family show minor injuries or shock but are recovering.
Belief in defending republican neighbors via Monroe Doctrine duties. Secretary of State argues stability in Latin America benefits the United States, urging less direct interference and more home governance by Mexico Brazil Argentina and Chile to reduce future crises and avoid warship deployments. Root aims for mutual forbearance and a line of conduct that preserves peace without expansion.
Ambassador Thompson will host a reception at the embassy in Mexico City to welcome Secretary Root and Mrs Root. An elaborate reception and a banquet are planned, inviting Mexican ladies and high officials, with Thompson and the diplomatic corps involved.
Special to The Washington Fort Frletot Va Sept 3. Governor Joseph W Wolft of Missouri said he would not permit his name to be used to oppose William Jennings Bryan for the presidency. He declined to discuss candidacy beyond favoring Bryan’s nomination but said he would not be a prop in opposition. He framed the Democratic prospects as strong if the party focuses on material issues and avoids irrelevancies. He praised Hearst for aiding the laboring class and noted Hearst’s Jamestown Exposition address supported protections for all.
Special to The Washington Post from Philadelphia Sept 23 reports the battleships Kansas and Georgia finished a four mile race from Cape Cod to Delaware Breakwater. Kansas completed the course in 4 hours 17 minutes, besting Georgia by 1 hour 11 minutes as crews celebrated the speed test of fleet might near Reedy Island.
Police Court heard of a man identified as Chaegea who beat his wife on Pennsylvania Avenue Saturday night and attempted forced entry at Four and a Half Street. A waitress testified he dragged her to the street where the assault continued before she retreated to her home and alarm prompted his arrest. Frank Cook was also mentioned in court proceedings.
Mia Webber of 99 O Street Northwest told police that her husband took their child and was en route to Buffalo Wyoming with the youngster. She asked for police help but was told they cannot intervene in civil matters and must pursue the case in court.
Department of Agriculture reports unsettled conditions across the Northeast with showers and cool to mild temperatures. A Weather Bureau reading notes an unsettled forecast with potential storms and variable wind as fronts move through New England, plus cooler nights and possible fog along coastal areas.
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