Remarkable Record of a Maryland Legal Giant
Maryland lawyer and statesman Willam Pinkney Whyte, in sixty years at the bar, focused on general legal practice rather than criminial trials. The piece recounts his defense of Capt Davis in the Congo slave case, his political ascent from prosecutor to U.S. Senator, governor, and mayor, and notes his rare but notable criminal-case work including eighty defenses with two death-penalty outcomes, famed courtroom demeanor, and influence on Baltimore and state justice.
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Telegraphers threaten WV strike over eight hour law
Telegrapher operators in West Virginia threaten to strike if wages fall when the new eight hour law takes effect May 9. At a statewide meeting the operators demand full twelve hour pay, claiming no wage reduction is acceptable. Also reported is a $2,500,000 coal deal near Davis involving Beacon Coal and Coke Company and Philadelphia capitalists. Special to The Washington Post notes a Tiffany window unveiling for Judge Nathan Goff’s parents in Clarksburg.
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Obituary notes in Virginia and Staunton deaths
Virginia death notices report the passing of Mrs G W Spooner in Washington with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, and Confederate veteran Anthony Buscenger aged seventy eight. Staunton records W Z Wright death aged sixty seven and Joana Drain Double Hats with survivors listed.
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Thieves Raid Alexandria Homes in Early Morning Theft Spree
Three Alexandria residences were robbed in the early hours with rear-window entry. Items taken included meat, butter, preserves, vegetables, gloves, a blue skirt, a brown kid glove, and a long coat. A bloodstain suggested a cut head. no arrests made. Rewards totaling $200 were offered for the murder suspect in Harrisburg.
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Excellent Recipe Cures Indigestion
A metropolitan physician endorses a formula to treat indigestion and stomach disorders. The mixture blends Essence of Pepsin Ginger and Catander Compound with doses after meals and at night if constipated. Drugstores and physicians reportedly regard it highly and note its novelty and digestive benefits.
Whitecaps war women in Franklin County assault
Special to Thington Post reports a whitecapping incident near Rocky Mount Virginia where masked men attacked John W Enefly and his family stripping them and whipping their backs with rawhide. The assailants warned the Enedys to leave, leaving no identifications.
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Prayers at Salem Cemetery Over Lost Baby
Mrs W O Senseran a Sanctificationist visits Salem cemetery before sunrise hoping to witness the resurrection of her babe years after the child's death. She exhorts over the grave, saying Christ promised her little one would return and that her faith would be fulfilled soon.
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Fall of Temperature Threatens Virginia Fruit Crops
After a spell of 90s in Richmond and warm March days, a sharp drop to near freezing brings fears of serious damage to fruit crops across Virginia. Snow and rain disrupt Easter plans as early fruit buds face possible lethal frost, with similar conditions reported in Bristol Wise County Tazewell and Oversburg and Washington County Maryland.
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Freight Train Wreck at Witt Station Injures Two
A Southbound Southern Railway freight train No 71 derailed early today seven miles north of Danville at Witt Station. Engineer W A King and Fireman W D Stallin ga were seriously injured when the engine and eleven fertilizer cars derailed after a wheel connection failure. Brakeman L A Shielda, trapped under debris of the fourth car, was rescued unharmed in a near miraculous escape.
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Abduction Attempt Charge Against Norfolk Man
Norfolk man R L Stephenson, self described builder from Minnesota, arrested on a charge of attempting to abduct a young girl living at 702 Lee Street Berkeley Ward. Police say Stephenson has been accused of offenses against young women on multiple occasions.
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Jealous Rival Slain in Winchester Shooting Tragedy
Otho N. Hillyard fatally shot Ritter at Mrs. Carlisle's home after Ritter demanded entry, sparked by jealousy over Hillyard. Ritter died on scene. Hillyard claims self defense. Prosecution plans a preliminary hearing. Ritter, a 29-year-old widower with a Spanish American War record, left a widow and child.
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Forced to Drink Poison Nine Year Old Lad Died From Carbolic Acid
Nine year old Joseph Thomas died after swallowing carbolic acid in Norfolk Virginia. Coroner's jury ruled death the result of forceful administration by an unknown woman. Police investigations proceed as both city and county forces search for clues. In other items, a wedding in Way and Steffy households, and Paris detective Hamard wounded during a murder arrest.
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Maryland Obituary: A J McKennits Dies Suddenly at Home
Frederick Marsi A J McKennits retired everchart died suddenly this afternoon at his home at Aucheyestown big county aged sixty five. He leaves a widow and ong son A J McKenna Jr.
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