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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
11
The chairman of the sculpture exhibit reports Philadelphia’s offering offended some feelings yet photos were accepted by jurors. The National Seltium Series exhibit at the Armory drew mixed reactions as jurors selected works deemed suitable while some pieces were rejected or removed for scrutiny.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a million dollars and a company in Louisiana, with unclear references to individuals such as Corey and Wall. The fragment hints at a legal or civil matter but provides no concrete details or outcomes.
An attempted burglary at the post office on April 1 ended with a shot fired as the intruder entered a store and broke a window. Responders reported 30 locals present as the suspect fled, leaving police to pursue a fourth attempt at the robbery amid the ongoing incident.
Judge Waddill on motion of general creditors refused to confirm the sale of Old Dominion Brewery to R C Billy for 7000 dollars. The plant had been appraised at 234,000 dollars. The court ordered the plant closed and the resale postponed indefinitely.
The biennial convention of the Gamma Province of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity met in Winston Salem with Rev Alfred R. Berkley presiding at Mayodan. Tonight a banquet was held. Two business sessions are scheduled for tomorrow.
Police report a domestic quarrel between a newlywed couple ends with the husband shooting his wife. The incident occurred on April 21 as the two argued, and the husband reportedly opened fire, wounding her. He then fled the scene.
Judge Nathan Goff entered a consent order stopping United States Express Company from receiving or delivering intoxicating liquor COD shipments in West Virginia. The Crescent Liquor Company and others sued, seeking to curb the practice amid earlier district court indictments and interstate tensions.
Emma Toulse Russell of Wonelleste and James F F Fastham of Huntington wed in Welch West Virginia hospital after Emma rushed from Richmond days after Fastham underwent appendicitis surgery. Reverend Ero Gray McAllister of Hampden Sydney College officiated while Fastham lay ill. Emma Russell learned of the wedding during her brother’s nuptials in Richmond. Fastham remains critically ill with potential recovery. Emma comes from a prominent Winchester family and the couple’s home is Huntington.
Tranville April 21 Witnesses including two saloonkeepers and a Stevenson Distilling official testified in federal court about alleged extensive frauds involving barrels of contraband whisky. Records from saloonkeepers and a railway agent are cited as officials detail schemes tied to the Dry Fork Company and Revenue agents inquiries led by David A Gates.
Ab o Tl Washington Post notes Salah y Nf Apa reports Edward Williamson and Sabn Siward Wilson charged with performing a marriage ceremony and furnishing a wife to which she believed. A warrant for arrest was cut by a brother of the girl. Williamson resisted arrest.
The Anne Arundel Republicans at convention endorsed the administration of President Impervelt and urged Rooseveltian policies under his successor. The gathering recorded unqualified approval of Sydney to Mudd as Congressman and pledged full support for his re election.
James Tilly was shot Sunday night in Kernersville as police attempted to arrest his father. Chief Perdue, who faced a shotgun threat, was not charged after inquest found him exonerated along with deputy Sol Perry who helped in the arrest.
Special to The Washington Post Bovdton April 21. C Haskins cashier of the Chase City branch admitted allowing the Kershaw Manufacturing Company to overdraw its account by about $2000 without the president or board knowing. Haskins was arrested and released on bail of $10,000.
In Radford Miss Margaret Smith aged 42, daughter of Capt William Smith of Montgomery County, died yesterday of consumption at The Meadows near Auburt. In Laurel Arthur Scott, age about 13, and Jerryld sayz, son of Mrs James Scott, died of valvular rheumatism at their residences. George Page, a resident of the upper section near Germantown, aged about 75, died last night at his sister’s home. All events are noted as local obituaries with brief family references.
Washington Post Bureau reports Democratic primary results in Second Ward with Ballenger leading alderman votes 325 to 2. Brumback top council candidate with 282 votes, Smith 281, May 10. Brumback and Smith will replace Strauss and Williams who declined reelection. Polls noon to 1 pm. large turnout noted around polling place.
In a special session the city council unanimously adopted an ordinance issuing 745 000 of 4 percent bonds in 1090 500 and 100 denominations. Hearing set for July 1 1908 to refund the July 1 1879 issue. Interest starts July 1 1898. Bond exchange preferred with current holders. Sinking fund commission remains the same and annual payments begin July 1 1918. Several unrelated matters and notices discussed including school building request, property sale, and sewer issues.
In Rockville on April 21 the Montgomery County Medical Association met in the courthouse with record attendance. Dr James E Deets presided and Dr John L Lewis served as secretary. Officers elected include President Charles Farquhar and Vice President O G Linthicum, with plans for a county hospital and a tuberculosis address by Surgeon General George Sternberg. A noon dinner was held at the Corcoran Hotel.
Fourteen Commonwealth witnesses testified in the Corporation Court case of Witchewah an Indian charged with the murder of Dora Hall. They described Witchewah taking Dora Hall to a saloon and heard him threaten her. Other witnesses said Witchewah and Dora Hall were alone in a rear saloon room when the shot was fired.
The Commissioners yesterday accepted serial proposals for furnishing and equipping the new District building after committee review. Bidders include The Library Bureau, Marshall Field & Co, John Wanamaker, Duolin & Martin, Wollacger Manufacturing, Barber & Rogge, and others. several low bids were rejected for nonadvantageous design quality.
A newspaper ad offering ten yards of silk for $2 sparked a local uproar as residents paid. In Morgantown an alleged firm advertised a response promising silk. many customers received silk thread instead. United States authorities and police have opened an investigation into the matter.
Cross examination of Harlan revealed admissions that he wrote false letters at the direction of a Secret Service agent to aid the governments case against Benson. Harlan testified he was paid to rush lists of land cases and admitted writing deceitful statements while under supervision of officials.
Mrs Catherine McK Randal sues George J Randall a traveling salesman for an absolute divorce in the District Supreme Court alleging desertion for another woman. The couple married March 24, 1904, in this city. Also, James A Walker sues for maintenance, Rachel Wilker cites ill health and must earn money by cleaning cars at Limon Station. Mary E B Weinicke sues for maintenance. both actions noted as same court event.
A comparison ad urges choosing Van Camp's beans over rival baked beans. It contrasts dry heat canned beans with steam baked beans and promotes Van Camp's 245 degree process plus a ready to serve product. It invites readers to heat, open, and enjoy a savory blend and let consumers decide which they want next.
An advertisement extols Van Camp's pork and beans baked with tomato sauce. It claims Michigan beans are hand selected for quality, contrasts homemade sauce cost, and promotes the product as a cost efficient, nutritious alternative to meat. Prices cited are 10 15 and 20 cents per can.
The ceremony at All Saints Church Lakewood NJ united Miss Abercrombie Miller second daughter of Commander and Mrs Abercrombie Miller of Washington and Frederick de Peyster son of the late Frederick de Peyster of New York. Bishop Coadjutor Alexander Mackay-Smith of Pennsylvania officiated assisted by Rev Mr Matthews. Guests from New York Philadelphia and Washington attended the wedding breakfast at Laurel House following the service.
Members of the Robert J. Lee Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy will host a reception and ball at the Arlington Hotel tonight at 9 o clock. Petronesses include Mrs Bankhead Mrs Owens Mrs Taylor and many other local ladies. The reception committee features Miss Wrenn Miss Carroll and numerous young women, with introductions by May Carrington and Mrs Archibald Young assisted by Mrs Tucker.
Mrs BP Jennings of James River Virginia suffered years of chest pain breathlessness and nervousness before multiple doctors misdiagnosed her heart condition. After consulting Miles Medical Co she used Dr Miles Nerve with the Heart Cure and recovered, crediting the treatment for her full recovery.
Baron Takaschira transmits goodwill to Superintendent Charlee Beavynton of the Southern division of the Associated Press. The Emperor of Japan confers the fourth elite Imperial Order of the Rising Sun as a token of appreciation for Boynton’s fair leadership of the great news concern. Boynton, from a lineage of newspaper men, is noted for public service and wide recognition in American journalism. In other news, Corcoran Fire Insurance Co. directors elect William Edmonston as president with Letts named vice president.
Miss Emma Jackson marries Mr Haggin in Baltimore in a formal ceremony attended by close family. The bride wore a white satin gown with orange blossom accents and carried a bouquet. The wedding party included relatives and friends, with plans for a Kentucky honeymoon following the service.
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