27 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1907
Page
1
Reports claim an American led revolt plan to overthrow a provisional government is being hatched in New York. Names of alleged leaders and participants surface as investigators trace ties to mentions of capital intrigue and suspected conspirators.
Fragmented OCR text cites a conspiracy theme with garbled names and stray phrases. It references a court or legal framing, mentions a person named Frank Libbey and a firm, and includes partial notes on property or flooring quality, all amid unclear context and stray identifiers.
The War Department reports no outward insurgent movement but notes ongoing efforts to quell unrest in Cuba. Gov Megoon states he is aware of the situation and receives daily confidential reports on insurgent threats, with cautious dispatches from General Barry indicating readiness to act if disturbances flare in Pinar del Rio and nearby areas.
A general strike cuts Cuban railways as trains run only with engineers aboard. The United Railroads and Havana Central Railroad declare the action, fearing a total tie up of lines with no firemen or conductors available.
Capt Charles DeF Chandler and Pilot J McCoy rose in a one arm balloon under Lea Stevens supervision for a trial fifteen miles southeast. Clouds and currents hindered altitude, wind and rain slowed progress, and the craft drifted toward Forrest Township before a return. Stevens will stay twenty days to train in airship manufacture and flight, while plans for further testing await better weather.
Beatrice Penton sixteen year old New Rochelle girl identified by jewelry after a sail with Angelo DeAngelis ended in a gale near Eatons Neck. Her father Thomas Penton grieves, believing a elopement may have occurred. the missing youth presumed drowned. The beacon guards, undertaker George Robinson, and authorities piece together the tragedy with limited hope of the partner’s survival.
An article reports on Zeppelin airship experiments conducted in Germany with leading aeronauts present. It notes the challenges of anchorage and overland transport for the 466 foot airship, the need for specialized mooring, and the involvement of engineers and officials in funding and technical oversight. Additional mention covers Haley's Band performing at Chesapeake Beach today.
The New York Central aims to build a ninety mile direct line from near Sutterville Pa to Pittsburg connecting Beech Creek Extension with Pittsburg and Lake Erie to gain access to Pittsburg and a shorter route to New York. Vanderbilts have long pursued a New York to Pittsburgh line and right of way is nearly secured with engineer F Long stating eighteen months to completion once land is secured.
Brazilian merchant Senor Lemo arrives in New York with thirty Brazilian leaders to study American business. He recalls promising Mr Cleveland twenty four years ago a box of fine cigars and vows to deliver when Cleveland is found. The party planned to meet Cleveland during a visit to Princeton and New York governor impressions are noted.
Under Col William Goddard’s will the Warwick heir Mrs C Oliver Seclin of New York becomes a very wealthy woman. The will assigns her substantial portions of the estate, totaling between 10 and 30 million dollars, with about 10 million already granted as the present share. Her husband is Iselin, and she has two young children, Wilton Godard Iselin and a daughter. The baby son received $1,000,000 at birth, and will inherit more from his grandfather. Alfred Teelin, the New York banker, died recently, bequeathing a large fortune to his children.
James Goold confesses with his wife Emma Levin murdered Emma Levin Swedish woman dismembered and hidden in luggage. crime planned to rob her of money and jewels. Goold, Irish-born brother of Sir Joren Stephen Gold of South Australia, worked as a laborer on a railroad.
Unique procession prefaces the ceremony as Medinah Temple aims to welcome 1100 candidates in what is billed as the world’s largest Shriner initiation. The event features a 3 mile march, a grand parade with 6000 marchers, chariots and snow white camels, and a spectacle culminating in a dramatic rope-dragging stunt by an elephant.
Mexico City September 2 report on President Diaz staff escort for Secretary Root aboard a special Presidential train bound for the frontier. Pensacola attendance includes Maj Porfirio Diaz and Col Samuel Garcia Casillars. Root to receive Mexican Academy membership during trip. officials discuss visit plans in St Louis and Richmond.
Cornell students riot scene as 700 freshmen battle sophomores on a stone bridge over Cascadilla Creek. Injuries include Charles Baker Walter Kohn and Tyson with head bruises. Several require medical attention as chaos ends with freshmen dominance and suspicions of brutal hazing.
Washington Post correspondent predicts President Roosevelt will face a tough match against the Bishop of London on Saturday in Washington. The bishop, described as an expert player, warns Roosevelt to avoid the net game and move cautiously, predicting the bishop will likely win.
The Guadalmedina River swelled into a three mile wide torrent washing away houses and villages around Malaga and Velez de Benamargosa. About 30 people died including Malaga’s mayor. 100 others perished in the valley as communications collapsed and cattle carcasses threaten a disease outbreak.
At Allande City New Jersey September 2 the currency commission report urged the ecredit currency bill. The plan would let banks issue credit notes backed by bonds, with a 5 percent redeemable fund and regional redemption centers, while opponents urged cash reserves and central banking reforms.
Henry M Flagler III, vice president of the Standard Oil Company, is seriously ill in Washington area writings. His friends and physicians in constant attendance report his grip illness traces to a recent attack in St Augustine, Florida, an April incident noted.
The actress says she must sell most of her property to fund travel for the next three seasons. She plans to tour Europe or settle in Long Island and will depart New York for Cincinnati after rehearsals at the New Amsterdam. Her daughter Dorothy is recovering in a hospital.
The report notes plans to honor Vice President Fairbanks with an election by acclamation as Indiana’s delegate to the forthcoming quadrennial conference in Baltimore. Delegates are being chosen, some opponents campaign, and proposals to oppose wine service by church resolutions appear abandoned.
New York dated September 26 reports Lieut Charles Finch of Company G Twelfth Infantry is absent without leave from Governors Island where he and 167 others form the garrison at Fort Jay. An investigation noted a $1009 shortage and a circular letter was prepared to inform the regiment.
Brooklyn Navy Yard commandant Admiral Goodrich issues circular asking officers to report favorable action on the army and navy pay bill. Paymaster Cowie directs letters to senators and representatives, seeks names of those opposing the measure, prompting anxiety over potential political repercussions among Navy and Army personnel.
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