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Newspaper
Petersburg Daily Progress
Location
Petersburg, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1910
Page
1
A weather report indicates unsettled conditions in Virginia with showers tonight or Wednesday and temperatures holding steady. Continuous moisture prompts a rainy pattern, with possible regional variations and no significant temperature changes expected.
A wartime drama titled The Flag of His Country plays at the Cockade today with episodes from the Civil War and a romantic thread. Also showing Catherine, Countess of Guisa as another admired picture. Veterans admitted free.
Nellie's Farm will be shown at the Virginian with matinee and night performances. The Overland Coach Robbery is another attraction. The theatre promises something of interest, and a sale offers summer goods at half price in a nearby shop.
Andrew Johnson colored larceny four months in jail. Ford colored larceny discharged. Henry Brogés violation city ordinance discharged. Willie Malone colored violation city ordinance discharged. Robt Harris colored violation city ordinance fined $5. Waverly Harris colored violation city ordinance fined $5. 1910 CITY TAXES. PAY YOUR CITY TAXES BEFORE THE RUSH. YOU CAN PAY ONE HALF OR THE WHOLE OF YOUR CITY TAXES NOW. CITY TAXES ARE DUE.
A Thursday excursion to Norfolk and Ocean View is promoted as an oasis from the heat, organized by Isham R. Dyer for High Street Sunday School. The trip promises a full day of pleasure at a cheap price, with many attendees expected amid summer heat. Also noted is Rosenzstock’s Midsummer Sale offering savings.
Grace Eaton a former Olga Nethersole company member waited at San Quentin gates to greet Percy Pembroke an Oakland youth released on parole Pembroke had been convicted of robbery and sent to prison Eaton with Nethersole aided his release in a notable romance linked to the case
Amélia Kidvardka a waitress, and Alexandria Myroos a cook, were linked by a reported plan to die together. Kidvardka’s body was found in Long Island Sound near the Execution lighthouse after Myroos’ body was found on Henry M. Flagler's beach last Tuesday. The pair, cousins, had gone rowing from Hudson Park Monday evening following a note by Myroos indicating contemplation of death by own action.
A slate of personals notes reports Moran has returned after a pleasant Willoughby Beach visit. Fire Chief Farley leaves for seashore days, Evelyn Matthews and Mary-Ethel Hughes visit Highland Springs, and many local social updates follow including visits, marriages, illnesses, and upcoming lawn parties supporting Washington Street Sunday school.
In Victoria British Columbia Aug 1 Gunner Thomas Allen shot and killed Captain Peter Elliston of the Royal Canadian Army in the Eskimo garrison. Allen had recently been punished for a military offense and waited outside the company office before firing through the neck.
The Carpenter Concrete Company Incorporated is admitted to record in Gilliam County Court. The corporation aims to establish and conduct concrete contracting and construction, to execute contracts for sidewalks, floors, curbing, gutters, steps, and plastering. Capital stock ranges from 1 000 to 10 000 dollars. Officers include President G H Carpenter, Secretary and Treasurer Jas J Joyner, Directors C H Carpenter James I Joyner F H Cole.
Danville defeated Petersburg 2 to 1 in a pitchers duel with Hannifan fanning eight and Bussey four. Score by innings shows Danville 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 and Petersburg 0 1 0 0 6 0 0 0 0. Key plays include Clunk Griffin Ryerson steals and McFarland Sullivan Gaston sac hits. Attendance 750. umpires Davis. Other results: Richmond 6, Lynchburg 13. Danville 2, Petersburg 1. Norfolk 3, Roanoke 0.
Standing of the clubs shows Richmond at Lynchburg Roanoke at Norfolk and Petersburg at Danville with matchups listed.
A P Hill Camp of Confederate Veterans about 75 strong led by Lieut Commander S M Green left this morning on the Cannon Ball train for Surry to take part in the unveiling of a Confederate monument. Geo S Bernard, the camp commander, couldn't go due to business. Gov Mann and Sen Swanson passed through the city for Lurry. Both will speak and the governor will deliver Swanson’s commission to fill the late Senator Daniel’s term.
Theodore Roosevelt left New York in an automobile for a four day tour through New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He refused to disclose the trip’s goals or destination though photographers and reporters pressed for details. The journey is expected to cover about 300 miles.
In Petersburg the Appomattox waters host about fifty gasoline powered pleasure launches ranging from runabouts to yachts. The Petersburg Motor Boat Club sits on the north river bank below Pocahontas bridge with a club house on a scow and launches moored nearby. Captain John Smith's lighter and his flotilla anchor in the same area. The growing fleet makes the Cockade City a notable aquatic sports center with daily launch gatherings and new boats joining each week. A moonlight launch excursion is planned for August 19.
ROSEN announces summer wash goods sale featuring bright prints and light fabrics. Shoppers find affordable dresses and textiles with fresh patterns, reduced prices, and in-store specials across multiple departments. Limited quantities recommended for early visits.
The annual Knights of Columbus convention opens with hundreds traveling from Canada the United States Newfoundland Cuba and Panama. A pilgrimage to Rome and Genoa will be led by original incorporators. Charter members Daniel Colwell Dr M C O Connor and William M Geary attend.
Nathaniel C Starke announces the reopening of the Petersburg Academy, a private boys school, previously run by Hall and Ane and later Arrin Lacy. Starke, a former Petersburger now returning from Norfolk, promises the same high standards with broad endorsement from educators nationwide. The academy has long been the citys sole private boys school and aims for continued success.
The Page Courier notes Mr. Dyer's excursion from Petersburg to Luray on Thursday the largest of the year. About 850 attendees, including pretty girls and handsome, genteel men, filled hotels and private homes for an overnight stay. The event benefits both town and Caverns.
Andrew Johnson, a Black man, was arrested yesterday for stealing a pocket book containing $10.74 from Jacob Cohen's Adams Street residence. Police Justice Plummer sentenced him to four months in jail this morning. Johnson claimed he was acting and intended to return the money.
Two injured men in the Seward Trunk Factory elevator accident are improving. Richard Gay, an elderly West End tendon expert, aged over 70, suffered severe bruises and a serious ankle injury. William H. Mann of Ettrick also sustained painful injuries days ago.
Joe Gans former lightweight champion, staying in Prescott for months in critical decline from consumption, left for Baltimore tonight saying he knows he is dying and wishes to see his mother and two children before death. He blamed his last two fights for breaking his constitution and weakening him further.
Raleigh August 1 The Democratic State committee re-elected A. H. Eller of Winston-Salem as chairman by acclamation and named Walter E. Brock secretary vice A. J. Field retired. Eller warned Republicans led by Marion Butler and John Motley Morehead plan a hot campaign to win the state and possibly the governorship in two years. He urged perfect party harmony and urged vigor to fight.
Parkersburg West Virginia August 1 The murder of Judge James A Watson a respected lawyer and city official has captivated residents The night of his death three suspects Jessie Metz Luli Metz and Claude B Simms were detained then released after coroner jury grilling Authorities pursue private detectives hired by the family as the case spawns new theories including possible strychnine poisoning and robbery concerns.
Robert Reeves a Greene county Tennessee farmer was shot by Thomas Shelton during a quarrel at the Reeves home in Horse Creek. Reeves died next morning. Shelton and Reeves' younger brother argued before the elder brother intervened and Shelton fled, with a posse seeking him across the mountains toward North Carolina.
Van Buren Indiana August 1 Guy Baffington 16 is believed dying at home following an initiation into the Order of Knights of Good Fellows. He says he was beaten with clubs and forced to wrestle until exhausted near the town limits. The hazers names have been turned over to officers.
Indianapolis August 1 The Indiana governor sent the names of 30 township trustees to the attorney general with state accounting board reprints showing short accounts and ordered criminal prosecutions and civil suits against the trustees and bondsmen to recover nearly 100000 dollars involved.
A Salem retailer advertises a midweek sale with discounts up to 50 percent on ladies and men’s umbrellas, gauze and lisle items, vests, towels, handker chiefs, corsets, and underwear. Numerous pieces in assorted colors and styles are marked as special values, with many items described as slightly soiled or reduced from regular prices.
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