Debaters Win at Washington and Notables Observe
The report notes Washington state events with a standout debate win and recognitions of notable participants. It mentions Georgetown and various figures, highlighting a formal assembly and civic tone.
Washington Post in Washington, Washington Dc
We have 1,636,616 pages in Washington Dc
View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.
Start Free Trial
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles
Articles on This Page
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1912
Page
3
Fragmentary Roanoke Debate Note Teases Judicial Roles
A partial OCR line references Peter and Royal Kellman and mentions Judge Jackson of Roanoke as one of the left judges in a debate. The fragment provides no clear event date or full context but notes judicial roles in a Roanoke setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fies Peter
Royal Kellman
Judge Jackson
Roanoke
Eas Ch
Vote for Good Roads Bonds Carried Nearly Unanimously
Culpeper Virginia residents voted to issue 120000 in bonds to macadamize streets and roads and improve bridges. Jefferson township approved 60090 in bonds but failed by 16 votes. Stevensburg township also voted to raise taxes to extend the road system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Culpeper
Copepe
Jefferson Township
Stevensburg Township
No More Tire Troubles On Electric Cars
Thousands of women who drive electrics have found Motz Cushion Tires solve tire problems. They promise five times the mileage of pneumatic tires, cost savings on upkeep, and a 10,000 mile two year guarantee. Makers of electric cars commonly equip with Motz Cushion Tires, arguing the tires boost pleasure and popularity of electrics. If you own an electric with pneumatic or solid tires, consider this option.
Navy seeks 4,400 more sailors and marines under Taft approval
Secretary of the Navy Moyer asked the House naval affairs committee, with Taft's consent, to add 4,000 enlisted sailors and 400 marines. The move sparked rumors of war with Mexico, denied by the Navy Department and Rep. Padgett. Padgett warned that ships are useless without crews and noted a shortage of 44,600 enlisted and 9,650 marines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Committee
Mexico
Department
Padgett
Taft
House Committee On Naval Affairs
Moyer
Navy
Navy Department
Representative Padgett
Tennessee
Primary Bill Up In Senate by Bristow Moves Ahead
Senator Bristow made headway toward bringing his primary bill for the District before the Senate after clearing the utilities measure. Cullom tried to halt action with an executive business motion, but Bristow secured the first reading by unanimous consent and awaited the regular order to press the bill tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristow
Senate
Cullom
Lifeboat Upgrades After Titanic Disaster
Hamburg lines increase lifeboat numbers on vessels already exceeding German law. The Canadian Pacific Railway confirms all officers will gain higher lifeboat quotas following the Titanic tragedy in a cable from Montreal to London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamburg
Germany
London
Canadian Pacific Railway
The
Canadian Pacific
Montreal
Explosion kills three at Virginia sawmill ruin
Special to The Washington Post from Fredericksburg Virginia reports a boiler explosion at the sawmill of H J Newbill and Son in Essex County last evening killed James Clark Charles Schools and Willie Sea l. Charles Bagby, a Black man, is expected to die from injuries and two other Black men were badly hurt. Sidney Newbill narrowly escaped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Fredericksburg
James* Clark
Charles Schools
Willie Sea
H. J. Newbill & Son
Essex County
Charles Bagby
Sidney Newbill
Saw-Mit
Virginia Obituary: Capt Isaac Powers Dies in Cambria
In Christiansburg on April root Capt Isaac Powers town sergeant of Cambria dropped dead aged years. A native of Ireland he previously worked as a Norfolk and Western Railway conductor and yardmaster at Radford. He is survived by his wife and two sons. Roanoke notes Susie Davis widow of Samuel H Davis died last night leaving two brothers and two sisters and a daughter of former mayor Carr. Fredericksburg reports Mrs Mary D Brown widow of George F Brown died in Paris. daughter Mrs Vance and Capt Vance with family traveling abroad when stricken. The body to be buried beside her husband at Bos- Mass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christiansburg
Isaac Powers
Cambria
Ireland
Norfolk and Western Railway
Radford
Roanoke
Susie Davis
Samuel H. Davis
Carr
Fredericksburn
Paris
France
Mary D. Brown
George Franklin Brown
Mra. van
R. Conroy Vance
Manafield Hall
Mra. Brown
Mra Vance
Capt Vance
Wea
Bos- Mass
Robbers Attempt to Kill in Va House Burglary
Special to The Washington Post reports two men Aaron Chafer and Harry F Hudson were arrested after a robbery at T W Damewood freight conductor’s home in Clifton Virginia. The intruders bound Mrs Damewood, ransacked the house, stole $20, and started a fire. Fire crews saved part of the building with about $40 in damages. An all day chase ended east of Cra Date. the pair will face Mrs Damewood for identification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Clifton Ferge
Aaron Chafer
Harry F. Hudson
T W. Damewool
Damewood
Chafer
Hudson
Cra
German Labour Leader Urges Peace in House
Karl Legien head of Germanys socialist labor party spoke in German to the House with a translated English version. He praised the labor movement for opposing armament and promoting universal peace through cooperation, education, and humane legislation across nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Karl Legien
Socialist Labor Party
Legien
International Secretariat
United Labor Movement of Germany
International Labor Secretariat
Qur Party
Reichstag
Paris Green In Milk Poison Plot In Maryland
John Williams, a 21 year old Black man, is jailed in Rockville on charges of trying to poison Dante and Julia Brooks residents near Darnestown. Williams allegedly added Paris green to milk given to the Brookses by employer John Higdon, a Jamestown district farmer. The milk spoiled and the Brookses filed warrants for his arrest. In Virginia, Richmond contenders for the city primary on April 20 are announced with Gov Wilson’s faction in the minority, as delegates to the Democratic State convention will be elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Rockville
John Williams
Dante
Julia Brooka
Darnestown
Williams
John Higdon
Jamestown
Brookses
Nurito Prescription Promises Quick Rheumatic Relief
A Washington druggist advertises Nurito as a narcotic free remedy that cures uric acid related rheumatic conditions. It claims rapid relief for rheumatism neuritis sciatica and offers refunds if not effective. The ad notes home testimonials and directs readers to James O'Donnell in Flatiron New York for purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nurito
Washington
James O'Donnell
New York
Barrett for City Council and Police Board Change
Washington Post text reports Howard W. Smith to become president of the common council after Fubert Snowden's death. Speculation centers on filling Snowden’s vacancy with a councilman from the First ward and possible selection of Police Commissioner Robert S. Barrett. Mentions other moves including Albert Bryan seeking a council seat and broader police board changes upon council reorganization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
King Street
Alexandra Va
Howard W. Smith
Fubert Snowden
Snowden
Robert S. Barrett
Barrett
Albert Bryan
Local notes from Alexandria and surrounding events
Delegates from Alexandria elected Julian V. Williams as president and R M Graham as secretary with A D Brockett as chairman of the State committee on railroads to attend the state convention at Suffolk on the 17th and 18th. A stranger in custody at police headquarters barked like a dog and chewed a bench before being identified as James Green of New York. The Odd Fellows mark their ninety third anniversary with services at Second Presbyterian Church. Loudoun Light and Power Company of Purcellville Virginia granted a charter to operate a light and power plant. Funeral services for Ernest G Lee set for this afternoon at 330 at the residence. Prof William Anderson remains in Alexandria after a declined offer in Blue Ridge, with parish and military institute notes and upcoming diocesan duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter van de Westelaken
T Anderson Somers
H. Kirk
M L. Price
James Green
New York
City
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pictorial Review
Lexington
George
Esserte
Comstitie Ponalte
Metz
Broadway
HK Hots
Tire & Ruder CO
Threw
Ohie
Hols Time
Ruaser CO
Rimecatice
Ssnt of Agriculture
Weather Bureau
Willis. L. Moore
Ren
Ose
District of Columbia
Mr. Bristow
Hamburg-American Line
Virginia
House
Mr. Snowden
Mr. Smith
Post F. Travelers' Protective Associa
Schloss Bros. & CO
Baltimore
Boston
Odd Fellows
Marley
Odd Fellowship
United States
Second Presbyterian Church
John Lee Allison
Potomac
Sarepta Lodges
Falls Church Lodge
Odd Fellows’ Hall
North Columbus Street
Electric Company
Loudouy Light and Power Company
Purvellville
Virginia Corporation Commission
W. A. Cockey
Mo W. Lyon
Rosslyn
J. W. Gregg
Purcellville
E.G. Lee
Ernest G Lee
South Fayette Street
John 1A Allison
Anderson
William & Anderson
Alexandria
Miliary Institute
States Army
Gina
Miltary Institute
Oa Department
Hasmon
Asa
Goodrich
B.F. Goodrich
Esi
Just
Arnie
Akron, Ohio
Search the Washington Post Today with a Free Trial
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Washington Post?
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
Browse Newspapers
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
By Location
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
By Date
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
By Publication
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.