Jamestown Exposition Opens Amid Incomplete Works
Hampton Roads reports partial completion of the Jamestown Tercentennial Exposition works as naval displays and foreign ships gather for the opening ceremony. President Roosevelt will sponsor the event with reviews by diplomats and officials, while grounds crews race to finish remaining builds and clear debris before Friday’s ceremonies.
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St Louis Arrives at Norfolk For Crew Replacements
The cruiser St Louis reached Norfolk from Newport with many vacancies aboard Atlantic fleet ships as enlistments of many seamen expired. Foreign officers from the Mexican military and naval staffs, including Lt. Col Inse Manterola Capt Fernandez Capt Garcia Lugo and Lieut Corsa, are in Norfolk and will dine with Gen. Frederick Dent Grant at the Chamberlain Hotel the next day.
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Swedish Cruiser to Visit Jamestown Expo in July
King Oscar’s grandson Comlyg Oscar of Sweden announces Prince Wilhelm, Duke of Sodermanland, will command the cruiser Pylgia on a weeklong Jamestown Expo visit in July and then proceed to New York and Boston among other American ports.
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Virginia Weddings in Bristol and Roanoke Area
In Virginia, notices record weddings including Bristol and Roanoke region couples with details on names and dates. The clipped text mentions brides and grooms such as Luray Caldwell and Roach, with references to archival newspaper sections and local church announcements.
Washington Fest Dances At Masonic Hall In Md
One of the region’s largest dances drew a crowd to Masonic Hall in Tiyattaville Maryland. Hyattaville Cotillion Club hosted the Washington Fest with many attendees from Washington and nearby towns, decorations planned with blossoms evergreens and cedar, and chaperones listed. The Misses Carr were unable to attend due to a sister’s death in Baltimore. Refreshments were served and dancing continued until midnight.
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Governor Swanson to Appoint Judge William F. Rhea
Richmond Va April 21 Gov Swanson announces will appoint Bristol judge William F Rhea to succeed Beverly T Crump as chairman and member of the State Corporation Commission Crump to remain until railroad cases are decided Rhea praised for integrity and fitness with a record in the National Congress noted as clean and in the public interest
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Ownership dispute ends in deadly shooting in Wilmington
In Wilmington North Carolina on April 2 a dispute over a plug of clean tobacco led to a fatal shooting. One Black man died and another was jailed in the city prison after shots were fired at close range.
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Convicted Wrong Man and Local Real Estate Transfers
A Maryland court trial ends with a verdict against James Arbogast after a misidentification, while real estate transfers in Rockville include 69 acres to Richie Haney and 79 acres to Pearl Kin, among others. Darnestown Academy will be converted into a public high school. a receiver is sought for Rosemont Coal Company. a Rockville wedding takes place in a Baptist church.
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Funeral of Former Alexandria Mayor Simpson Held
The funeral for former Mayor George L Simpson was held at 10:30 am from his family residence with services by Rev C D Bulla. Aldermen and lodge representatives attended, and resolutions of respect were adopted by Alva Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles and Knights of Pythias.
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Bullet tears away jaw in Hagerstown shooting
In Hagerstown Maryland on April 21 Charles R. Alexander, son of former deputy sheriff Charles W. Alexander, was accidentally shot at his boarding house by roommate Earl Post who was handling a 32 caliber revolver. The bullet tore away part of Alexander's jaw and teeth. he will recover.
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Pistol duel ends in fatal shooting in Virginia
In Lynchburg region on April 24 a merchant named Barly shot and killed John Grossman, a Southern telegraph operator, after a dispute over Barly’s wife. The duel involved seven or eight shots and left Barly with a leg wound. The incident occurred at Evington in Campbell County.
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Weather Hurts Tobacco Across Markets in April Notes
Special to The Washington Peat reports scarce offerings on tobacco at Durham and other markets. Prices for leaf grades vary by region with cool weather hurting young plants and delaying sales. Virginia and North Carolina markets describe reduced shipments and uncertain crop prospects amid record cold.
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Cartin Emerges As Likely Democrat in Eighth Virginia Race
In Richmond on April 2 observers say C. C. Cartin of Alexandria leads the Democratic contest for the Eighth Virginia District nomination to replace the late John F. Rixey. R. Lindsay Gordon and Cartin clash in Louisa, with Nicol's supporters deeming Cartin a threat. In Loudoun Johnny Ryan’s faction believes Cartin must be beaten, while John Hay backs strengthening the state primary. State Senator Sadler faces opposition, and John S. Watkins of Midlothian announces Senate candidacy.
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Two Drownings Move Town To Mourning In Virginia
In Forge Virginia on April 21 the bodies of Stuart Gay and Miss Mabel Pendleton were recovered from the Jackson River after they leaped in during a personal crisis. The men were found by R F Fite Gerald and W P Huff, taken to a local undertaking establishment, and prepared for burial. Services are planned at the Hospital Church with Rev George B Dayle and Rev W H Senders officiating. Thousands visited the homes of Gay and Pendleton as the community mourned both deaths.
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Oppenheimer Dies During Hebrew Orphan Asylum Meeting
J Oppenheimer, head of Motes jewelry firm and longtime philanthropist, collapsed and died while presiding at a Hebrew Orphan Asylum directors meeting in Baltimore. Despite doctor’s warning about heart disease, he insisted on duty, leaving a wife and three children.
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Fire damages Appalachen in early morning blaze
The town of Appalachen near Bigstone Gap Virginia suffered about $12,000 in losses from an early morning fire. Insurance covers only part of the damage to stores BM Clare and W. I Slaughter J. FL Moreland W. E. vreitenpaes restaurant and homes of F. M. Clark and W. A. Head. Bard fighting prevented broader confiscation.
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Acceptance of Call to St James’ Episcopal Church Westernport
In Cumberland Md on April 21 Rev H W Stowell of Baltimore accepted a call to St James Episcopal Church Westernport and will assume duties May 19 Bishop Paret will visit St James Church next Friday, signaling a key clerical transition for the parish and the county.
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Governor Glenn Warns Nation in Virginia Address
Gov A B Glenn of North Carolina spoke to a large Virginia audience on economic questions and religious themes. He warned that unchecked wealth disparity and moral decline threaten the republic and urged a Sabbath observance, shorter work hours, and stronger protections for workers.
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Accusation of Forgery Snares Ohio Man in Jail
Special to The Washington Post from Norfolk Virginia dated April 2 reports C M Kaufman of Phenomenal Dilling Company alleges he is a victim of bigekmalling Scherfe after being jailed in Cleveland on forgery charges. He says he was denied a trial and medical care and that a doctor offered a compromise with the prosecuting attorney to avoid further confinement. He used the name Frank Wolf at arrest and claims his home is Louisville.
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Connolly F. Treg III Is Critically Ill at Home
Connally Treg III who represented Virginia’s Ninth district in Congress during the term beginning 1840s is critically ill with pneumonia at his Abingdon home. His physician fears recovery is unlikely.
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Dog Named by President Roosevelts Honored in Cumberland Sale
An Alaska dog once with Mail Carrier Smith and his wolf dog team traveled to Washington and Cumberland. In Washington the dog was named by the President and later offered for sale in Cumberland. The ad notes the terrier named by the President and honored by the French Ambassador's wife, with Berne Lancaster and others mentioning the sale in Cumberland Maryland.
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Dinwiddie County Courthouse Accepted in Petersburg
The new county courthouse of Dinwiddie County has just been completed and accepted by the board of supervisors in Petersburg. The ceremony confirms completion and readiness for use by the county government and residents.
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Deafness cure tour by Way Ear Drum inventor in Washington
Deaf readers urged to visit George P. Way inventor of the Way Ear Drum now in Washington at the Shoreham Hotel. He claims the ear is a delicate mechanism and his device can restore hearing. Appointments by phone. private consultations available during his stay with his wife in the city.
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