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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1908
Page
1
A powerful storm off Luzon delays the lean Japanese battleship fleet. One mitt is drowned and some damage is reported. The fleet will reach Yokohama October 18 and related dinners are postponed. Messages confirm the delay and express mutual greetings between Saito and Sperry.
Connecticut weather forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Sunday with light southwest winds. Some cloudiness may develop later, but no precipitation is expected. Temperatures likely to remain mild with gentle breezes across coastal and inland areas.
Newark Oct 17 Judge David Howell of the criminal court shot himself at Branch Brook park in front of about a hundred people and died two hours later at a hospital He was a prominent Democrat facing personal and political controversy after a public divorce and accusations from opponents Tokio Oct 17 The American gunboat Yankton has not been sighted or located confidently as of 8 pm with no wireless on board Second Division Arrives Honolulu Oct 17 The Pacific Fleet division including Tennessee Washington and escorts arrived off the harbor at 11:30 pm after sailing from Pago Pago on October 6
Boston notice says actress Margaret Illington is seriously ill with a nervous breakdown after a long emotional run in The Thief. Daniel Frohman confirms she cannot resume her role for months and will receive complete rest at a country retreat after hospital care at the Hotel Touraine.
London Times reports President Roosevelt will travel to England after his African trip in early 1910. He is to deliver the Romanes lecture at Oxford, receive the honorary degree of DCL, and possibly speak at the Sorbonne in Paris. Dates and topics to be announced.
Nathan Straus of the Democratic Business Men's league charged that Treasurer Sheldon of the Republican National Committee plans a committee of respected men to extract 500 from Wall Street figures. He said the committee would expose the alleged fund demands after Sheldon's denial of the charges.
A New York veteran identified as a Negro drew a dagger during a failed escape from an arrest scene at Louis Levy’s home after knocking a man down and being tackled by a officer who had fired twice. The suspect, Winfield Gibson, was subdued by the officer and taken into custody. The report also mentions unrelated vignettes including a mined man named Pat who struck it rich after declaring an office job and a Sabbath tree-climbing quarrel, plus a Nebraska military academy fire with significant losses and a stray notice about selling items.
An anecdote from The Old South and the New recounts a stormy day during the Civil War when General Robert E. Lee hosted visiting corps and division generals for a frugal meal. His cook served corn bread cabbage and a small meat portion borrowed from a courier to “season” the dish for appearance.
An amusing Chicago Record Herald recounts Jeremiah Mason, famed American lawyer, exposing a witness by prompting a verbatim repetition of a contested statement. Mason notes the handwritten paper from the witness’s waistcoat pocket, exposing the reliance on recorded testimony and the witness’s mannerisms.
Typhoon peril reported from Changehow claims over 300 lives in Amory after Thursday’s storm. In New Haven Edmund Stanford, one of two youths struck by an automobile driven by Laddy yesterday, died at last report.
A German balloon Hergesell was picked up floating half deflated by a Norwegian steamer in the North Sea. Occupants are missing and presumed dead though weather notes and wind suggests Northwest drift. Warships and outgoing ships remain on alert for possible rescue.
New York October 17 grand jury of Long Island City handed up indictments charging Captain Peter C. Haines and his brother T J Haines with murder in the first degree for the death of William E Anniss at the Bayside yacht club last August.
National chairman Mack, after two weeks directing the westward fight for the Democratic ticket, heads east from Chicago to Buffalo and New York. He predicts Bryan will win both the electoral vote and a large popular vote, citing gains in New York, Ohio and Indiana and saying the tide favors Democrats two weeks before election day.
In Battleboro Vermont on October 17 engineer Cutler and ir enman Martindale were killed when a small traction engine used for dam work on the Connecticut river derailed, plunging twenty feet onto rocks. Two others injured in the incident.
City news notes the strongest boys title with two pairs claimed. At 2 pm board adjourned leaving 53 new voters created as slower than yesterday’s 345. Matzkin taken into custody then released on bond. charged with entering premises and stealing stock. Holy Name society plans reorganization for Sacred Heart church with goal of all parish youths joining.
West Point hosts Yale in the annual Army and Yale clash noted for high interest after last year’s 0 0 tie. Yale’s alumni monitor the squad while cadets train daily on canvas outside kicks and passes. Tipton’s cadets rely on a new forward pass if it proves effective against Yale’s developing lineup.
Miss Sadié Williams daughter of James B Williams a New York businessman surprised a barefoot African burglar in her sick father's room about 2 o'clock yesterday morning. The burglar fled fell down stairs leaped through an open parlor window and escaped with valuables after locking eyes with the defender. The incident occurred as the elder Williams has been ill since March and suffered a paralytic stroke. Paris act 14 Turkish mobilization confirmed official reports signaling looming war and possible Bulgarian troop movements across the frontier. Titusville Pa Oct 17 Lincolnville near here is burning after a forest fire engulfing several homes with help being summoned.
The Connecticut state teachers association held its annual business meeting today. Resolutions supported the propaganda of the association of school superintendents and teachers to secure better teacher certification. The treasurer reported a treasury balance of $1,492.80.
Bay City traveler Wesley Irwin and Metz native Arthur White recall the Mets relief train wreck near Metz Michigan amid a forest fire. Irwin describes passengers escaping burning railcars as flames and smoke engulfed the train and scattered survivors toward safety near Posen.
In Montclair New Jersey on October 17 Rev Henry E Jackson pastor of the Christian Union Congregational church was named vice president of a Republican rally addressed by Governor Fort. He said his name was used without authority and that he is a Democrat planning to vote for Townsend for congress Colby for state senator and Bryan. Senator Jeremiah Donovan in South Norwalk October 17 survived a runaway carriage incident when a harness mishap caused the pole to snap but he escaped serious injury.
President Roosevelt states he has not interfered in elections of presidential candidates but may share facts about a man's acts. At White House after a meeting with Edgar Young, he praised Lilley’s speech for revealing truths and authorized public release of his remarks.
By order of the Yale corporation the East and West Divinity halls are renamed Edwards hall and Taylor hall. Edwards honors Rev Jonathan Edwards, class of 1720 and Princeton president, while Taylor honors Rev Nathaniel W. Taylor, class of 1807 and longtime Divinity School professor.
An Office Furniture Department that is a Credit to the City. The store offers a wide line of Roll Top and Flat Top Desks in many styles and sizes. Two large rooms are devoted to this growing furniture business. New Arrivals show marked improvement in workmanship and finish. No waiting. Lowest prices. Continuous prompt deliveries.
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