30 Sep 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1909
Page
1
In Seattle a lively talk swirls around Taft courting his supporters in Far West and naming Senator Jones as a potential successor. The Yakima visit features nostalgic tales of a bygone sweetheart with apples and a public discussion of Taft, Taft supporters, and the presidential nomination process.
Harry Whitney arrives in New York and recounts Dr Cook's polar aid. He explains why he did not return for Cook's gear, citing gear failures and promises to Eskimo companions. Women kiss Whitney after his Philadelphia lecture. crowds greet him at the Academy of Music before Pa. Medical Society welcome.
A Vienna dispatch reports a Montenegro plot against Prince Nicholas and linked to attacks on King Peter of Serbia. Numerous arrests indicate a conspiracy to dethrone the dynasties of Serbia and Montenegro over opposition to Austria’s actions in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Serbia Montenegro union.
Haitian minister to Washington Jané Dr Eduard Manchard and chief of the Haitian navy visited Poughkeepsie today to take possession of the yacht Erl King, purchased by the Taylon government. The vessel left tonight for New York to be outfitted as a gunboat for Haiti and then sent to Erie basin for deployment.
A grand Hudson Fulton celebration banquet at Hotel Astor drew Vice President Sherman and New York officials with German Grand Admiral von Koester and Japanese Prince Kuni among 26 national representatives. Speakers praised Hudsons voyage and Fulton’s Clermont, linking exploration to peace and national progress amid a sea of dignitaries and enduring naval homage.
Milton Lamplear of Clark avenue Jersey City found his 9 year old son Alfred dead under sand at the foot of Clark avenue after he disappeared Tuesday afternoon. The mother had sent him to play and police conducted a general search before the body was located. The father reported seeing sand fall as he passed the sand bank before discovering the child.
Cleveland Ohio Sept 71 the street car war nears resolution as the council committee allows United States District Judge Taylor to act as final arbitrator on fare valuation and maximum fares. Mayor Johnson and council Democrats endorsed the choice after talks with officials. Judge Taylor’s ruling to be put to a public vote once decided.
Howard Nesbit held by New Haven police after posing as Tomuell and claiming a large diamond. An examination found the stone fake, with six similar rings found in a hotel room and letters addressed to Howard Nesbit.
Special Washington port report notes wheat prices leaping to 16.24 before slipping to 10.34 amid frantic bidding by large houses. A rapid retreat followed as a few offerings appeared in the pit. Final close cited at 31.05 in a showy session with heavy activity and high speculation.
Chicago and Septa issue an order by Chief Steward prohibiting brandy for injured victims. Ambulances and patrol wagons must carry ammonia and propolis to aid victims, as brandy may fail before help arrives. Ammonia is cheaper and as effective, a smiling Chief notes.
A bank robbery in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, saw three armed men seize $10,000 around 3 PM. Assistant cashier E E Drach handed over the money after being threatened. Deputy Sheriff Davitassapy tried to pursue the robbers, firing without effect, as volunteers joined a posse within half an hour. Nearby, Stockholm reports the city police seek a larger force to combat armed groups.
Special Cable reports friction between the government and the sea lords over a proposal to raise navy personnel by 1000 men. Vice Admiral Francis Bridgeman is said to threaten resignation if the cabinet refuses the increase, while Admiral of the Fleet Sir John Fisher’s retention as first sea lord grows difficult.
Suffragettes imprisoned at Birmingham threaten legal proceedings against the home secretary, the jail governor, and the jail doctor if forced feeding by stomach pumps continues. They instructed their solicitors to pursue action unless amendments are made by next Saturday.
A Wilmington stenographer testified about a suspected million dollar trust operation led by HM Lewis of the National Trust Company of Washington. furniture arrived late, and letters showed Lewis directing funds through Delaware and Washington entities, with alleged double roles and failed guarantees drawing client complaints.
Mineola NY September incident kills Parker Norton editor and Howard Parker garage owner. Stevens balloon crewman and chaurfus Watson survive, balloon remains intact after car crashes into telegraph pole near Hicksville. Wreck blocks road. Nassau Hospital responds. Pardington December? no.
Charles W. Myrse, a convicted banker, met U S Attorney Wise and Judge Lacombe to ask for a bond extension to October 11. With all judges needed for action absent, the request failed. Morse will surrender October 9 and sleep in the Tombs until appeal is resolved. He remains tied to Hudson Navigation Company as its new president after buying Peter McCarthy’s stock. Frost destroys corn crop in Mexico City valleys, with losses around 20 million dollars.
A fragmented report covers a mix of events including a Hudson Fulton Banquet, a bank depositor payment, a national trust hearing, and a fatal auto crash. It mentions school cadets examined, Dr Cook, a race end, and tense political notes. The jumble includes reform names, protests, and sports results.
Oklahoma City and Guthrie report rapid deposit replenishment as state guaranty fund and bank cash cover about 40 depositors of the Columba Bank and Trust Company. Authorities consider a three quarter of 1 percent assessment on banks if needed to restore the fund while financing not to be resisted for now. Currency shipments flood Oklahoma City banks as fear of wider failure prompts emergency readiness.
Richmond Va Sept 29 Charles Sent a well known printer sealed a note and wrote to his sister Lena Sen about reasons for his death He placed his coat on a chair shoes by the bed and left a letter stating he had secured life insurance for Lena and to pay his rent and expenses, with signs of deep distress noted by family
The Franklin school board approved a resolution opposing any cuts to the education estimates, demanding funded public schools with new student housing as 0 rent houses and portable classrooms prove inadequate. Trustees criticized prior neglect and warned of possible congressional action if commissioners refuse to revise the requested $400,000 appropriation and related building needs.
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