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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1904

Page

13

Virginia Bar Association Opens With Readings On Federal System

The Virginia Bar Association held two sessions in Slot Springs on Aug 2, featuring Alexander Hamilton of Petersburg presenting a critique of antebellum and modern legal reasoning and W B Richards outlining the genesis of the Federal Judicial System. A movement to acquire the John Marshall Home in Richmond as the association headquarters was discussed and a committee was named to consider the matter.

Alexander Hamilton W. B. Richards Federal Judicial System John Marshall Association

Engineers at Richmond Welcome Virginia Capital Event

National Association of Stationary Engineers holds opening sessions in Richmond with Bishop Van de Vyver prayer and Cary Carlton McCarthy speech on working man aristocracy. Visitors from the North tour the city as a 200 member delegation plans to meet President Roosevelt after adjournment.

National Association Virginia Capital Washington Post Richmond National Association of van de Vyver Carlton McCarthy Taylor Stratton Lee Camp Hart Lfe and Accident Insurance Department The Engineers’ Association Charles M. Eddy Chicago G. E B. Sly New York Power S E Cole S .M. Hildreth Palmyra N. Y J. A. Carson Boston J. D. Jones Scranton John J. Chapman Cleveland N.?. Hayden Cincinnati Roosevelt

Clifton man killed stepping in front of train near Clifton Va

Allen Payne of Clifton Fairfax County was struck and killed by Chesapeake and Ohio passenger train No 2 about 6 o'clock this morning near Clifton. He was a section boss for the Southern Railway aged about 48 and leaves a widow and several children. He stepped onto the opposite track to avoid a south bound train and did not notice the approaching north bound train which was running at high speed. The death was instantaneous.

Southern Railway Clifton Washington Post Manassas Allen Payne Fairfax County Chesapeake and Ohio Paine

Stuart Monument site forfeit of state funds and city offer

The Stuart Monument Association declined a $10,000 state appropriation, choosing to accept a city grant of $20,000 for a new site near Lombardy and Franklin Street, totaling about $30,000 after initial payments to artist Fred Moynihan. The move shifts the monument location and funding amid Richmond developments.

Washington Post Richmond Stuart Monument Association Capitol Square Lombardy Franklin Street Fred Moynihan Lee Monument

Construction Push Under Way for Lodge Building

The project moves toward rapid completion after a Masonic ceremony by Staunton Lodge No. 13 and a large chorus. The facility, under contract, is slated for occupancy by January 10.

Staunton Lodge No. 13

Lynnhine Threats Rise After Tramp Arrest

Alford Rivers, a tramp, was arrested in Fairmont West Virginia on August 2 and charged with criminal assault on Java Barnes, a seventeen year old girl and daughter of J Hamilton Barnes. The girl has suffered mental derangement for months but reported the assault to her parents. Rivers is held for grand jury action amid bitter public threats of lynching.

Brecat Washington Post Fairmont W. Va Alford Rivers Bennington Java J. Hamilton BE. Barnes

Sailor found dying in lane dies in hospital rescue

Norfolk police arrested Sailor R McLaughlin after he was found unconscious in a lane at 4 AM and died at Hospital St Vincent de Paul. Coroner reports death from opium poisoning. laudanum vial found near the body. Officials probe possible foul play as Union Mission identifies the deceased.

Norfolk Washington Post R. McLaughlin St. Vincent de Paul Hoe Union Mission United States McLaughlin

No Verdict In Goode Case With Ten for Hanging

Richmond Va Aug 2 Argument in the Goode murder trial closed at 7 o clock and after an hour out the jury reported no agreement. The foreman said a verdict might be possible by 9 pm but the court adjourned until tomorrow morning. It is understood ten jurors favored hanging and two favored acquittal.

Washington Post Richmond Goode Might

Robbed by a Negro Near Frederick on Reservoir Road

Frederick Maryland August 2 Austin Haffneck son of Dr T Haffneck clerk of Frederick County Circuit Court reported to police he was held up and robbed of his pocketbook by a negro two miles from Frederick along Reservoir road. The negro threatened to shoot if there was an outcry and disappeared into darkness. Officers searched but he was not found. Rockville Maryland August 2 Baptists may get a new home. A committee considers feasibility with a generous offer by State Senator Spencer Jones to match contributions. Rev Thomas H Campbell is pastor. Norfolk Virginia August 2 Herbert Raynor attacked Miss Lucy A Chapman on a fashionable street, was tried for highway robbery and sentenced to thirteen years hard labor. A lineman's quick action helped capture him after a long chase. Annapolis Maryland August 2 Anne Arundel County bonds sold at 107 percent premium to Annapolis Savings Institution for public school purposes. Newport News Virginia August 2 Powell exonerated in shooting of George Lawrence. court rules accidental discharge.

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Beecham's Pills Promote Health and Vital Strength

The passage urges maintaining energy and perfect health through free action of organs and promotes Beecham's Pills as essential. It frames the product as a foremost remedy for achieving strength and well being as part of the Strenuous Life ethos.

Beecham

Beecham's Pills Promises Clear Headed Power Activation

An advertisement urges readers to take Beecham's Pills to maintain a healthy liver stomach and kidneys. It claims the remedy will sharpen perception and keep the body functioning under strain, promising improved alertness and vitality when used.

Perfect Health Promoters Across the World

The passage extols Perfect Health pills as universally promoted by society. It asserts that users span the globe and include exemplary men, women, and children, portraying the product as a universal wellness choice endorsed by all.

Death for Williams Condemned Man Confes

George Williams, a Black man, was found guilty of criminal assault on Miss Kanode near Harpers Ferry and sentenced to be hanged at the state penitentiary. The eight minute verdict followed a confession to Deputy Sheriff Conrad. Troops guarded him as the crowd expressed approval after the verdict.

Charlestown W. Va George Williams Kanode Harpers Ferry State Penitentiary Conrad Cleon Mocre Mason Jesse Dally Edward Higgins Willams J. W. Weaver J. Q. Martin Miss Kanode Lawrence Washington Kanade Williams Faulkner Wiliams

Attempted assault report near Hagerstown details

An unknown man, likely connected to John Robinsons circus, attacked Mrs. Samuel Lewis in a suburb near Hagerstown. She resisted, screamed, and was aided by passersby. The suspect fled on an electric car toward Funks Town and was later chased. Lester Baynhart of Orleytown, Pa., was arrested two miles south of Hagerstown. Suspect may face assault charges.

Hagerstown John Robinson Samuel Lewis Funkstown Lester Baynhart Orleytown Rohrer Alexander Lewis Earnhart

Police board acts after Wrenn case and officer discipline urged

Alexandria.Value city board of police commissioners met to probe the Treut and Smith cases and to review conduct of Officers Lyles and Arrington. Wrenn’s role in a theft case discussed. call for stricter discipline and reporting rules grew. Capt. Massey, an old river pilot, died after a brief illness.

Century old Twag cured by mediama remedy

A Savannah reader recounts a blood poisoning illness that resisted doctors yet improved after taking 5. 8.8. The treatment, begun ten years ago, reportedly cured him completely and boosted health and appetite. The letter is signed W. R. Newman and lists Box 285 Savannah Ga.

Savannah R. Newman

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