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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1909
Page
32
Cook states Peary claims to have conducted a northern journey with Eskimos and kept to their story at Etah. He had no idea of the value of instruments left as proof and planned to compensate the explorer for any found items.
Harry Whitney claims Commander Peary told him nothing of reaching the pole during their week aboard the Roosevelt. Whitney says Cook’s claim of reaching the pole was never discussed. Pritchard the Roosevelt cabin boy heard of Cook’s tale but kept silent. The Roosevelt crew kept Peary’s achievement secret on board.
The report recounts Larry Whitney arriving from Greenland via Labrador with details from Dr. Cook about his polar journey and potential pole attainment. Whitney, who met Peary and Cook, says Peary refused to yield Cook’s instruments and maintains Co ok’s possible reach while acknowledging uncertainties and Cook’s endurance in twelve months near Jones Sound.
Whitney speaks of Dr. Cook and Peary dispute with Eskimo crew aboard. He admits limited Arctic travel knowledge, recalls stores, houses at Amatok and Annatek, and Peary's handling of resources. He cannot verify if Cook and two Eskimos could reach the pole with enough provisions amid the controversy. Continued on third page.
Bar Harbor September 28 Commander Peary announces a completed set of papers to back his claim that Dr Frederick Cook did not reach the pole The Peary Arctic Club will review the document and decide on presenting it publicly General Hubbard notes the statement will state facts in order with no argument and that Peary believes his evidences direct and circumstantial will challenge Cook's claim ahead of any public release
Chicago society pages report Mrs. Josephine Ernest and Mrs. L. B. Bishop preparing a $10,000 suit alleging an antenuptial agreement to marry Count Santa Eulalia. Countess Santa Eulalia denies any contract and says the tale is preposterous while detailing her marriage and social circle in Chicago and Elkins Park.
The New Idea Republicans were eliminated in New Jersey, with key county results showing organizational candidates winning in Essex and Mercer counties. Assemblyman Seano Nichols and surrogate John W. Cornell gained renomination amid factional battles, while reformers were unable to mobilize expected support.
Cornwall on Hudson scene centers on Miss Gazam heir to 5 million dollars with a 300000 mansion. Her mother faced a 25000 suit over alleged affections, and town residents praise her charitable acts while detailing a secluded upbringing and limited social life.
Ashland Ohio September report from The Washington Post notes twenty indictments by the Ashland county grand jury. Among those named are a state senator, two former common pleas judges, several attorneys, and the former prosecuting attorney tied to alleged wallet and trust-related offenses. The indictments detail failures to pay delinquent taxes and related misconduct.
The Hudson Fulton celebration drew an immense crowd as 3,000,000 people lined a five mile route from Central Park West to Washington Square. Vice President Sherman reviewed the procession with dignitaries including Mayor McClellan, amid floats depicting three centuries of New York history. The parade, delayed by rain then cleared skies, featured impersonations by various ethnic societies and concluded with a formal reviewing stand on Forty-second Street.
Chicago reports protest over General Grant appearing publicly in uniform in support of a movement. Michaelis asks Secretary of War if such conduct by a public officer is allowed and whether the War Department has filed and approved any sanction or payment for the event.
Semi official note says a general election may be held in January if the Lords reject the budget, with a new voters registry ready. Liberals fear the upper House may not act, while the king favors peace and leaders Balfour and Lansdowne may support passage of the budget. Tari reformers press for rejection.
Nevada Senator Newlands leads push at the American Mining Congress for a federal mining department and urged Taft to back a national bureau. Advocates argue demonetization harms silver economies and silver-backed trade, calling for restoration of silver with careful monetary steps.
A fragmented page notes Abyat Polay’s voyage and assorted items from New York events, Taft policy mentions, and nominations. It references government actions, diplomatic mentions, editorials, retirements, and a police raid amid a broader page of society, sports, and financial items.
Bailey accepts invitation for a tariff debate with William Jennings Bryan. Texas Senator Bailey warns Bryan to expect responsive rebuttals when Bryan speaks in Texas and when he visits Atlanta for a public encounter. Bailey plans to reply to Bryan’s Fort Worth speech in the following weekend.
Special to The Washington Post from Princeton Indiana Sept 28 The case surrounding ex Representative Agar grows with the disappearance of Agar linked to the Wabash River and alleged forgeries. Timothy Harrington captain of the boat Agar fled with is now charged with conspiracy in arranging the disappearance to deceive creditors and insurance companies.
Richmond Va Sep 28 Mrs Mo Gathright Goochland aged woman died at Memorial Hospital from injuries after being run down by an automobile Sept 14 Miss Mary Walker daughter of T J Walker of the American Tobacco Company who drove the car faces trial for her death with reckless driving charges postponed until tomorrow pending the victim’s condition Miss Walker is free on bail
In New Haven Connecticut three hundred workers attempt a rescue after a tunnel breach traps three men a hundred feet below ground in a water company project. Water broke through sending them to the tunnel end and sealing the opening with rocks. Chances of survival are slim.
Cleveland dispatch reports Mrs John D Rockefeller is gravely ill after a slight cold confined her to Forest Hill Mrs Harold F McCormick travels from Chicago to be at her mother's bedside following a summons last Sunday
The British steamer Clan Mackintosh of the Madras Steam Navigation line, en route from Rangoon to Calcutta, is reported to have broken up at sea. All aboard are believed dead except one man who survived. The tragedy occurred near Rangoon in Burma.
President endorses Roosevelt era aims after attack on Ballinger in Spokane. He expresses full accord with Ballinger's view of duties powers and methods to achieve policy goals while Pinchot is praised for support. The arrival in Spokane marks a moment of alignment ahead of broader action.
The document outlines Taft administration views on forestry federal oversight preservation of timber lands and state duties to manage their own resources with strong ownership responsibilities. It discusses irrigation credit bond funding water power mineral land separation and the need for congressional authorization and authority before actions can proceed.
Special to The Waxington Post Spokane Sept 28 Taft vows to pursue Roosevelt era conservation aims as legally authorized by Congress. He backs a $10 3 million bond issue and proposes separating surface from mineral lands, selling or leasing deposits with royalty and strict supervision to prevent private water power monopolies. Ballinger and Pinchot receive praise for cabinet conduct. policy hinges on congressional action.
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