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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1906

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3

Teachers Hear Shaw Trend To Nationalization

At the Eastern Commercial Teachers Association convention in Baltimore on April 1 Secretary Leslie M Shaw spoke on government expansion. He argued the federal government increasingly controls interstate commerce, finance and industry, citing anti trust and bank acts, with a trend toward stronger central authority.

United States Hamilton Bonaparte Teachers’ Association Haltimore Eastern Commercial Teachers’ Association Raine Iowa Louisiana H.H. Norman Baltimore Business College Daniel C. Gilman Eued Habbits Slekness the Treasury Leslie M. Shaw the Navy Charles J. Bonaparte Bon Shaw Insurance Central Old State Sovereignty Party

Left Estate to College: Norfolk Woman's Will Contested

Norfolk widow Mrs. Columbia Rhea left nearly 100000 to Randolph Macon College in her will. The Washington Post reports her relatives challenged probate, seeking a portion of the estate for relatives rather than the college. The court decision favored executor George M Dimard, directing probate to proceed for the college bequest.

Norfolk Randolph Macon Washington Post Tudges Block Gaither Dann Mont Columbia ‘Rhea Tuuyt Als Rhea George M.“Dimard Abs Randolph-Macon College Methodist Episcopal Hea Heath Maris Ridges Baltimore

Love Letters in Court Defend Will Amid Family Challenge

Washington Fr edmond reports a probate case over the Wallen estate where the widow defends a will challenged by James A. Wallen’s children from prior marriages. Letters from the decedent to his widow reveal affectionate tone and dated references, while the defense argues the will’s validity despite alleged undue influence.

Washington Fredmond James A. Wallen

Court Finds Virginia Club Linked Business Group

In the Local Court here the Virginia Club and the Board ruled that the associate Hnginess Men’s Association operates as a social club and business organization with social fear tares, influencing license tax decisions.

Ucense Tay Virginia Club Hnginess Men's Association

Patterson elects Republican officials in new West Virginia town

In Patterson West Virginia newly chartered, the April 22 election produced Republican victories for mayor W H H Williams recorder Frank Fo Councilmen A Granstann D N Nick Davis and Williams Gandes. A man named Boy Given Twenty Years for Assault in Newport News Virginia. Twenty year sentence for a 18 year old black youth Faithie Walt alleged assault victim.

Weelal Waar Wasmiimien Cumberland Patterson W. Va W. H. H. Williams Frank Fo A. Granstann D. N. Nick Davis William’ Gandes Iryety Washington Post Newport News Slas Robinson Clehteen York County Faithie Walt William Wash Jason Robinson Tmi To-Da

Abduction Charge Linked to New York Traveler

A New York traveling salesman was arrested in Norfolk, Washington, and jailed on an abduction charge involving Mrs. H Olive, wife of a Washington hotel keeper. He was sent back to Washington, N. C. for trial after claiming she followed him here and declined to discuss the incident with her husband’s attorney.

Wile Washington Norfolk David Rice New York Washington N. C H. Olive Washington, N. C An - Hee Wee Sherif Ricks Olive

Wedded at Midnight in Maryland and West Virginia

William J. Noel of Hancock Maryland, assistant manager of the Pennsylvania Glass Sand Company, married Miss Carleton Hunter daughter of James D. Hunter at Berkeley Springs West Virginia last midnight after a daring ride to Hancock station to elude the bride’s father. Reverend W W Barazs officiated and Clerk John W Young witnessed the ceremony. Neel, son of William Neel superintendent of the sand works at Hancock, was mentioned in the escape.

Washington Post Cumberland William J. Noel Hancock, Md Pennsylvania Glass Sand Company Berkeley Springs W. Va Aiman Carleton Hunter James D. Hunter John W. Young Hancock Station Mr.Neel Willam Neel Nancock

Woman Takes Laudanum as Station Transfer Saddens Agent

Miss Hattie Crews a 20 year old Southern Railway agent at Walnut Cove took an overdose of laudanum last night. She had been told she would be transferred from Walnut Cove to Greenville and an auditor had arrived to check her books. The investigation and the transfer left her despondent and there were fears she might die.

Wealiogton Post Winston-Salem N. C Hattie Crews Southern Railway Walnut Cove

Soldier at Fort Howard shoots self at home

Special to The Washington Post Baltimore Maryland April 12 William Womer aged about thirty years formerly of Lewiston Pennsylvania and member of the Coast Artillery at Fort Howard died by his own hand by shooting himself in the right breast at his home He was married last June Womer had served in the Philippines and had a food record in the army Comrade says Womer signified his intention Wednesday of deserting.

Fort Howard Washington Post Baltimore William Wolper Lewiston Coast Artillery Wie Womer Philippines Comrate

Knocked Down in Fight Shatters Skull in Staunton

Special to The Washington Post Staunton April 12 D M Kyle and William yan quarrelled yesterday Kyle struck Ryan on the head with a pitchfork knocking him down When he fell his head hit a fence Ryan was taken to the hospital where doctors found his skull fractured on both sides Kyle was arrested Also brief items report marriages in Petersburg and Nottoway County and a Philadelphia bride from Winchester dates noted

Washington Post Staunton D. M. Kyle William Yan Kyle Ryan Ilena

Virginia Obituary Notices Passages From Small Town News

Heathsville April 7 Mrs. M Hudson of Lodge dies from paralysis. Staunton April 12 Mrs. Fleiding Whitmore of Augusta County dies last night aged one year. Survived by husband and daughter. Heathsville April 18 Charlie head aged twenty dies of pneumonia at home near Mila Northumberland County. Chatham April 12 Joseph Harvey Brown of Shackoe Hittsylvania County dies of peritonitis after thirty six hours. He is thirty years old, with mother and two brothers surviving.

Heathsville M. Hudson Lodge Staunton Fleiding Whitmore Auguste County Charli Head Mila Northumberland County Thomas Dunaway Chatham Joseph Harvey Brown Shackoe Hittsylvania County

Maryland Obituary Hits Cumberland and Annapolis Notices

Cumberland reports J Mitton Boughner aged seventy of New Maraville Va died April 12 after Civil War service. Annapolis records Elizabeth Spencer Murray widow of Pay Director J D Murray USN died April 12 of bronchitis and heart trouble at Acton home. Winchester notes Bruce Worthington’s petition led Judge Warrington to appoint Robert M Ward receiver for Worthington Pepacco Co assets about 10000 liabilities 6000. Washington Port says Court of Claims allowed Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Winchester damages for Civil War actions. funds await Congressional appropriation.

Cumberland J. Mitton Boughner New Maraville Louis H.young Annapolis Elizabeth Spencer Murray J. Db. Murray USN Acton Airs Murray Gol. W. Spencer Richmond Bruce Worthington Thomas W. Warrigon Robert M. Ward Worthington ‘Pepacco Company Winchester Washington Court of Claims Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Congress

Fire at Duke Street Grocery Sparks Insurance Loss

A Alexandria grocery owned by R A Sprouse & Sons at 1198 Duke Street burned early Thursday. Fire officials suspect incendiary origin. stock and building damaged by several hundred dollars. Building and stock insured. investigation underway. Rev C D Bulla arrives for new pastorate. real estate sales noted. death of Confederate veteran Charles G Shaffer reported with funeral to be held at 3 PM.

Washington Post Bureau King Street Alexandria R. A. Sprouse & Sons Duke Street Pettey The

Attorneys named to defend Clements in Alexandria suit for 30000

R Walton Moore of Fairfax and State's Attorney Cran idal Mackey of Alexandra County will appear for the defendant in the case James E Clements versus Frank Lyon demanding 30000 damages for personal injuries from an encounter in the Alexandria County courthouse office about a year ago The Circuit Court for Alexandria County is set to meet April 2 Judge J K M Norton represents Mr Clements in the anticipated early hearing Warfield moves into new store in Alexandria construction by Joseph I Rodgers at King and Pitt streets fronts King street and Pitt street details Heupel Holloran and Winship of Washington lease Union Street building to move their automatic manufacturing plant from Wyton to Alexandria Police Commissioners in session continue investigation with rumored reorganizations possible

R. Walton Moore Fairfax Cranidal Mackey Alexandra County James E. Clements Vergus Frank ‘Lyon Alexandria County J. K. M. Norton Clements Warfield Edgar Warfield, Jr Joseph I. Rodgers King and Pitt Streets Alexandria King’ Street Pitt Street Washington

New Mayor of Charleston Faces Republican Resistance

At a special Charleston city council session on April 12 James A Holley a Democrat was chosen mayor to replace John A Jarrett a Republican The vote shocked Republicans who had controlled city government for years The March election gave Democrats enough ward wins to overturn the council balance Republicans had re elected Jarrett after his resignation before new council members took seats arguing the move illegal

Washington Fort Charleston W. Va James A. Holley City of John A. Jarrett Jarret Vegas Jarrett

Surprise witness tests Blackburn case in Greensboro

In Greensboro North Carolina April 2 a surprise occurred in the case against Congressman Blackburn charged with practicing before Washington departments. His private secretary John Crouch was subpoenaed as a witness and is expected to testify about Blackburns correspondence regarding fees paid for appearing before the revenue bureau. Crouch said he knew nothing that would damage Blackburn.

Washington Greensboro N. C Blackburn John Crouch Crouch Revenue Bureau

Insurance Bills Pass Two Awaiting Action in Albany

Four insurance bills recommended by the special investigating committee passed both houses and head to Gov Higgin's desk for signature. The assembly approved the large general insurance law bill and sent it to the senate for concurrence, while the senate delay set a special order for Monday night on the anti perjury bill. Only two bills remain for action, the general bill in the senate and the amended anti perjury bill returning to the assembly. Additional measures include enforcement provisions on corporate records, political contributions by corporations, and reporting requirements for legislative agents. One mutual company elections measure had already become law.

New York Senate Albany Special Insurance Higging Assembly Senate Legislative Agen Secretary of State a+ stock life insurance company Mt i Fects Equitable’ Life Assurance Velety

Protest Deferred in Elkins Delegates Case Before District Committee

Parkersburg reporters note no action by the Republican Congressional committee on Roane County delegates pledged to Woodyard and Hiking. A remnant convention for a May 22 meeting to nominate a candidate for Congress to succeed Woodyard was ordered, with plans to press the Senatorial committee to address Etains delegates. Also reported, the body of missing man John Sherman was found near Wilmington after he vanished March 30. the body was discovered in woods seven miles from the city, badly decomposed.

Elkins Washington Post Parkersburg Congress Harry C. Woodyard Woodyard Senatorial Committee Wilmington Del John Sharman

Martinsville Store Robbed in Martinsville

Martinsville store of merchant Heiner was broken into last night, with clothes, hats, and other items stolen after rear window was broken. Petersurg bond bids sought for $75,000 sewer and water bonds by city council finance committee. Doctor A Bruce Eagle and Miss Bessie Harley were married at the bride’s mother’s home in Martinsburg. South Carolina Jamestown Exposition commission selected a site for their state building in Norfolk and was hosted by the exposition company.

Washington Danville Heiner Martinsville Martinsville Pollas Petersburg Washington Post Anance A. B. Eagle Bessie Harley Martinsburg W. Va A. Bruce Eagle Bigie Harley Torlae Canter Delaware South Caroline” Selecta Norfolk, Va South Carolina Jamestown Exposition Commission Exposition Company

Fire at Crawford Woolen Mills Causes Five Thousand Loss

A fire at the Crawford Woolen Mills in the city last night caused about $5,000 in damage. Sparks from a nail loosened machinery and ignited the oil, starting the blaze.

Auswegen Martinsburg Vac Grawford Woolen Mills

British Policy Holders Demand Change at Mutual Life

London reports reveal British policy holders of Mutual Life Insurance Company unhappy with Choate's proposals. They call for broader changes including retirement of trustees linked to the McClurdys while noting the need for an actuary to verify reserves. A meeting set for April 12 to review Choate's reply and reforms.

Mutual Life Choate London The Mutual Life Insurance Company Joseph H. Choate A. D. Suilliard Mutual Saya Trusteag McClurdys

Roy Killed by Slag Hopper in Bristol Virginia

Luyther Jones, teen son of J F Jones, was run over by a slag hopper at Bristol iron furnace while making a coupling. He died this afternoon from injuries. Abingdon voters approve dispensary system by popular vote, abolishing saloons with planned July inauguration. Also notes a safe cough remedy from Dr King’s New Discovery.

Roy Washington Post Bristol Luyther Jones Bristol Iron Furnace Abingdon Virginia

Plan Church Merger Between McKendree and Wesley MM E

Pastors of McKendree and Wesley MM E churches approve merging both churches. Wesley Church at Fifth and F streets may be sold while McKendree expands to accommodate a larger congregation. Officials note no formal agreement yet and双方 express cautious interest. Church renovations at McKendree will enlarge seating and support possible consolidation.

McKendree Wesley MM. E

Count de la Vaulx Aerial Trip Plans From Bedford

Count de la Vaulx, the French balloonist, will ascend from Bedford Saturday morning with four companions. He aims to stay in the air about six to seven hours and travel roughly four hundred miles. The Aero Club of America is sending Homer W. Hedges, Augustus Post, and Allen A. Hawley to accompany, while Cortland Mield Bishop denies reports that Mrs Bishop and Aire Newbold were to join.

Vaulx Washington Pittafield Ofasa Haltoom de la Vaulx Iub America Count de la Vaux Homer” W. Hedges Aero Chair of America Augustus' Post Allen A. Hawley New York

Long Trip Through Clouds Envisions Chicago Flight

Chicago aeronaut William Wennery, who narrowly escaped death on a recent descent, plans an air voyage from New York to Chicago for a $3,000 prize. Representatives from the New York Club called on him, he signed a contract, and aims to start Wednesday with the race likely beginning the following Sunday.

Chicago William Wennery New York New” York

Plot to Rob Stirs Church in Iowa City Arrests Made

A church circles sensational plot to rob Pelletier Hill goods store in Iowa City leads to arrests last night and today. J C Wand, a State University graduate and church worker, attempted drowning and is hospitalized. Ringleader J Merrill and clerks J Wy Shield M Bender allegedly aided the thefts totaling 9000 in merchandise.

Sign’ City Iowa Besa Bereby Dentes J.’ Merrill J. Wy Shield Bender

Commonwealth says all public funds recovered after bank failures

Harrisburg April 174w0v Pentypacker issued an official statement declaring Pennsylvania has recovered all public funds totaling 1,030,000 on deposit in the Enterprise National Bank of Allegheny at its failure. The governor notes 1,080,000 plus interest 14,343.15 from the Hunterprise National Bank deposit were paid into the state treasury. He thanks the state treasurer for safeguarding and collecting the funds for the people of Pennsylvania.

Harrisburg Penty- Packer Commonwealth, of Pennsylvania Enterprise National Bank of Allegheny Ita Himterprise National’ Bank Commonwealth Pennsylvania

Reception to St Paul’s Bt Church South by congregation

A reception is planned by the members of St. Paul’s Baptist Church in the northwest streets area to honor the pastor revealed as Reve BP. Attendees are urged to attend the evening gathering at the church premises for a welcome event and brief ceremonies.

St. Paul's Bt

Brokers Seek Day Off As Exchanges Plan Closings

New York April 12 A petition from stock exchange members urged the Board of Governors to close on Good Friday. Many planned vacations, but the board's refusal keeps markets open. The coffee, produce, cotton exchanges and London reports note closings for Friday and Saturday with several exchanges consolidating trading schedules.

Echainge Chicago Board of Trade Waanington Pomt New York The Stock Exchange Board of ‘Equerhors Eno Abraham Tin New York -Cotton “Exchange New Orleans Liverport Coffes ‘Exchange Sparket To-Morrow Fanty

Wheat and corn prices rise on Chicago market report

An OCR filled with garbled text shows wheat and corn futures advancing. May wheat prices near the highs for May, with deliveries and shipments from Argentina cited. Cash wheat in Minneapolis and Chicago receipts noted. hogs and provisions mixed as live market activity continues.

New York Grain Market Report From The Board

The New York grain market showed mixed results with modest advances in some futures and renewed selling pressure in others. Traders noted higher bids for several commodity contracts while part of the market closed slightly weaker, reflecting cautious sentiment and shifting demand.

London Tin and Metals Market Report Summary

The London tin market rose with spot around £76 s. per unit and futures near £44172, while electrolytic tin priced at 18.50 and casting at 18.00. Copper remained unchanged with spot close to 8 008.75, and lead stayed quiet at 5.04 to 5.45. Local markets showed daily activity in tin and iron, with various regional quotes noted.

London Higrmarket Lando Engtini Wit Oundey Cleveland Saedy Bortherson Ilion Monneri Lugibssy Nort Jonetsy Semas

GOODS FOR THE TROPICS Manufacturers urged to expand trade

Ggear P Austin head of the Bureau of Statistics, Department of Commerce and Labor, returned from New York after delivering lectures on Trade Opportunities the Orient. He argued US factories lack tropical goods, urging makers to study tropical needs and tailor products for warm climates. He urges focusing on temperate-climate goods or adjusted exports.

Ggear.p. Austin Burea of Department of Commerce and Labor New York Austin Orient Far East United States Japan North

Cotton movement shows smaller crop in sight this year

New Orleans April 12 Secretary Hester reports the seven month cotton movement from September 1 to March 31 shows Texas with India n Territory 152000 bales less than last year while Gulf states Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Tennessee Missouri and Oklahoma total 959000 bales and Atlantic states North and South Carolina Georgia Florida Alabama Virginia total 481000 bales lower. Net marketed crop down 1232000 bales. Hester notes Atlantic group in sight at 9390988 bales for seven months ending March nine.

New Orleans Hester Texas Indian Territory Gulf Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Tennessee Missouri Okahome Atlantic States North South Carolina Gabrera Florida Alabama Virginia Atlantic States ‘For the Seven Months: of the ‘Season, 4, Ea Ebp, Tm. Hight

Texas Prosperous Product Industry Report

Texas shows strong manufacturing growth with a 6 percent rise over prior figures. The total value reaches about 150 million dollars, underscoring the state’s high share of national production and increasing Union involvement.

Ceteus Hurcay Nas Texas

New York Produce Market Report Summary

Fragmented OCR notes show wide fluctuation across commodities. Western chickens and turkeys quoted with varied prices. flour receipts and barrels exported noted. Hides, leather, meats, lard, and fats reported firm or steady. Petroleum and oils, coffee and sugar mixed, potatoes Bermuda new crop listed with prices.

Towle Nalon Minnesota Doj Yellow, Bros O ‘Petroleum Steedy Segan Couvnitigal Mohares Liverpool Bermuda Don Hiam Florida Charleston

Equity Trust Board appoints Hugo Euring trustee

At the Equitable Trust Company in New York the board announced Hugo Euring was elected trustee of the company, succeeding Clarence H. Mackay who resigned. The decision was made today in New York with the office noting the change.

N' Equitable ‘Trust Board York Equitable Trust Company New York Hugo

Dismissed Consul Arrives in New York

Alvin Smith of Onis arrives with his family on the Maraval from Trinidad. The Washington announcement states his removal from the United States consul post at Trinidad was due to his failure to render accounts.

Tanner Views Battlefields in Atlanta Visit

Corp James Tanner commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic and party toured battlegrounds around Atlanta. He praised Pattersonfeld park plans and pledged aid to support the project with the Woman's Relief Corps and Daughters of the American Revolution in attendance.

Atlanta James Tanners Grand Army The Republic Tanner John Tweedale Tweedale Womah Corp. Tanner To-Tay Atanta. Ue

Confessed Murder Aids Brother Exoneration in Alabama Case

Italian brothers Francisco and Cologne Morelli were captured in Pittsburg after allegations Francisco confessed to the March 2 Oak Park shooting of Filippo Vaunarini. The elder sibling purportedly exonerated his brother, awaiting arrival of an officer from Ulingis. A separate report notes Adeline Lee, a fifty year old Black woman, found dead by her daughter Emma at No 10 Blagden alley northwest. coroner Nevitt cites heart disease.

Pittsburg Francisca Cologne Morelli Osk Park Maurder Ware Lay Francisco Filippo ‘Vaunarini Oak Park Ulingis Adeline Lee Emma Blagden.alley Nevitt Durlal

Parenting Advice on Child Health and Nutrition

The excerpt emphasizes that a child’s health and happiness come from proper nourishment. It notes that a growing child needs diverse nutrients to build a strong body and system, stressing the impact of food quality on health and vitality.

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