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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1909
Page
9
Rumors revived of syndicate purchase to erect a magnificent hostelry on Watendak and Thirteenth streets. Owner Willie Angel seeks rental terms possibly higher than current. option deposit due at midnight. potential improvements and future purchase discussed with several owners and stakeholders.
OCR text reports unsettled campaign events with mentions of a possible president, appointments and withdrawals. References to Rafael, Hassel Reses, and minister of foreign affairs suggest a transitional political period with candidates Neale, Sabi, Manchiel, and Gen HCToun.
Noted humorist and pastor Dr Robert I Burdette from Temple Baptist Church in Los Angeles remains seriously ill after a fall near the sea cottage at Venice. He has not fully recovered from the spinal injury sustained in March and will not return to his California parish for now.
Fleet Lieut Ulysses S Grant grandson of President Grant formally assumed the post of superintendent of the State War and Navy Building succeeding Capt John H Poole who takes leave before joining the army at Fort Leavenworth Kans The selection process for the superintendency was left to the Secretaries of State War and Navy and Gen Marshall recommended Grants appointment Grant a West Point graduate of 18 served at Washington barracks engineers school and in Boston His wife daughter of Senator Root will join him in this city when social season opens.
A cable from the American embassy at Constantinople reports a worldwide famine crisis in the Armenian districts of Turkey after spring massacres. Mr Peet notes shelter and sustenance are needed for 9,000 people, with $10,000 for Sessab and about $176,000 for Tarsus, likely only a fifth of total need. The inquiry follows a request by American Red Cross officers and a Philadelphia fundraising committee seeking effective distribution of funds.
An AL meeting of the Stenggrapners Lien belt near Ninth Street discussed a possible walkout by union stenographers if President Gompers does not grant a four week paid vacation. Acting President Wol fson reported the pledge but warned against striking, as members pressed for rest from arduous duties and travel compensation.
The paper reports a mixed marriage notice involving Alfred Lauterbach, son of Edward Lauterbach, amid questioned details and a later letter claiming his son was wed to Miss Cunningham on July 1 19R. The ad confusion follows the July 2 automobie accident death of Mimo, and other names tied to the Lauterbach family.
London reports an early favorable turn in talks for expanding American bankers role in the Hurkan Sechuon loan. British French groups accept terms, a ratification meeting in Paris is probable, with a final arrangement likely in coming days. Otto Hy Rabiuan Leh Co in New York confirms readiness. Willard D Staight, an American banker, sails home. Mrs Reid and DC Mills plan to sail for New York aboard the Lusitania on August 7.
New York August 3 That monthly gauge of prosperity reports that in July the appraised value of imported precious stones and pearls reached a new record. George W Wanmaker appraiser shows July 1909 value at 1129119 compared with 126025859 in July 1908 and 4458753 in July 1907. One hundred seventy four automatures of the total value Fa2i 66187 were imported in July 1909. Since January 1908 about 178 cars valued at 2148600 have been imported at this port. Total increase in appraised values for the month over 1908 is about 46100060.
President Taft plans changes to civil service selection and examinations amid complaints about talent in the government. Rumors say a reshuffle may place new commissioners, with A. L. Lawshe or related figures prominent as possible appointees and discussions of enhanced exam oversight.
A garbled report alleges Bolivian officials pressured Chilean authorities and sought support to move troops, with claims of money arms and officers offered to influence the crisis between Vera and Holtwin. The publication notes a telegrams exchange between Bolivian reps and President Monts as part of the disputed narrative.
Rogers in Denver court argues his wife deprived him of labor by blood transfusion from a sick old man, rendered crippled and unable to work. He says he was misled into marriage as a youth, and a quack doctor secretly drew blood and injected it, injuring his arm and health.
Special to The Washington Post Chicago Aug 5 Mrs Frances Trego Montgomery author of children stories and inventor of the game Lottery of Marriage was granted a decree of divorce from Hugh M Montgomery former vice president of the board of trade The case cites too much attention to another woman and a co respondent Mart Roe The game uses a checker board with blue and gold discs representing different social roles and aims to deter women from marrying for social gain The report notes the odd social game gained attention in local society circles
Countess Cassini, irate over sensational reports in American papers, denounces claims of engagement to Mu Mosely of Irmina as absolutely false. She asserts no engagement ever existed and pleads readers to disregard vulgar fabrications that misrepresent her personal life and trials.
More than 150 delegates from the United States and Canada gather for the seventh annual convention of the Larrs Craftsmen Council of Langineers at the National Hotel. Speeches welcome delegates, committees formed, and plans set for exhibitions, canvases, and future meetings in Vernon and Cleveland. Notables include William J Ranter of Rochester and John Cope of Closeland among officers and guests.
A 70 year old man reports severe hand sores that bled and prevented sleep and work. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment, his hands healed within a week and have remained free of sores. He recommends the Cuticura remedies and notes a neighbor’s child also improved.
An advertisement extols Cuticura Soap for preserving purifying and beautifying babies skin hair and scalp. It claims benefits for rashes itchings inflammations and chafings in infants children and adults with Cuticura Ointment for use as needed and for general bath and humery care.
Pine Village Aug 3. Burgoyne Davly a wealthy farmer and Methodist church member gave land valued at 12 an acre to Rev J Bo Williams. Williams preached brief sermons for four years, pleasing Mr and Mrs Bates who arranged the deed. The consideration was the minister’s adherence to parishioners wishes by keeping sermons short and per the parish’s wishes.
Dr Francisco Gayas brother of Vice President Alfredo Gayas and Dr Celso Cuellar two Cuban congress members stayed at the St James Hotel last night before an early departure to New York. Dr Gayas is the newly appointed Cuban minister to Belgium and will sail mid August. Dr Cuellar will stay several months in the United States to study railroad management and improvements.
Wasmans and Farmville Virginia educators convene in conference at the State Normal School to discuss educational work. Farmville board of trade hosts an informal reception with toastmaster Dr W E Anderson and speakers including State Superintendent Eggleston and Prince Edward Superintendent T Aikingon. Notable visitors include Dr Gavin Rawles Isle of Wight Frank West Louisa Will Jenkins Newport News and S R Stearns Start board of education secretary.
A telegram from Fropped west of Farmville reports a mob assaulting county officer J Cheadle after he went to arrest a Black man. Chief Fogus and Sheriff Dickingon left for the scene. Three suspects are in custody. others pursued. A Black woman pleaded for mercy as the officer barely escaped.
Thirteen people were aboard a ferry crossing the Tee Dee River near Andrews Levy in Union County when a ferry cable parted. Three drowned, three narrowly escaped, and three others were saved as boats capsized. The ferryman Frank Tomlinson and passenger Ware and others perished. items aboard the boat and a rowboat rescue attempt ended in further drownings.
A cashier from Citizens Bank surrendered to bank directors and confessed embezzling funds. Kimball disclosed about 1100 additional dollars and deeds to property totaling around 80 dollars. Prominent locals provided bond as the case awaits prosecution decision tomorrow.
A violent incident in Kensington left two dead including a man named Stephen biscrott and a man known as George Gants, with his sister in law and others injured. Witnesses report the killer attempted to persuade Hisers wife to flee the scene before dying. The pub was the focal point of the disturbance, and authorities are investigating motive and sequence of events.
Fragmentary OCR lists names and ages pairing individuals for marriage licenses in Wisconsin and surrounding regions. Entries mention Wile Rash and Mary Preston, plus many other couples with ages and locations hinted, indicating a roster of upcoming marriages and license issuances.
Fragmented listing of names, ages, and places tied to a health office record. Includes multiple individuals with ages ranging from infancy to elderly, plus addresses and surrounding locations. Several entries mention deaths or burial notes, with scattered groupings of surnames and affiliations. The readable fragments suggest a compiled register of deceased and related personal details, but many lines are garbled.
A lengthy look at Manila under American influence shows how a small American population has transformed city life since the Spanish era. Sewers, lighting, street paving, and rapid transit mark civic gains while clubs, leisure, theater, and social life reflect a blend of American, Spanish, and Filipino customs. Banks, currency reforms, and business hours illustrate economic shifts, with Americans driving new routines and standards while local traditions persist in daily life.
Editor laments vegetable prices rising above average around 19 cents per item in markets near farmers. He notes shipments from southern Virginia and North and South Carolina arriving at about 4 cents higher, yet offers no tangible excuse for the persistent high costs. He calls for remedies if external forces show room for change.
Fragmented OCR note discusses plant life, Beale Bho events, public schools, flowers and trees, early summer themes, and questions about plant growth. Mixed garbled phrases suggest a lay piece on nature and garden topics with reference to flowering plants and trees.
The Washington poet Hagentown MI Aug details a man who allegedly confessed to killing a girl forty years ago. Friends say the confessor was imaginative, unsettled, and may have invented the account. Remains of the girl were found months after her disappearance.
A man known as Ren Reup killed Hacrin in Bayete County five years ago, fled leaving his wife and two children. He returned home where his wife greeted him and the scene turned violent. police arrested him and he faces a two year term after prosecutors failed to secure key witnesses.
Pittsburg millionaires in a large touring car allegedly robbed Charles Row’s garage east of here on the National pike at Pleasant Valley. The party broke in the front door with a sledge and seized contents worth about 1000. The men fled as locals arrived. Pittsburg police notified, description dispatched to Smoky.
A fragmented account describes a local gala with varied attendance and unclear outcomes. Names, places, and exact events are unreadable, but the piece hints at community involvement and some dissatisfaction with the event's execution.
A fragmented notice discusses dangers of iced drinks and questionable tonics. It mentions stomach issues, digestion, and health claims tied to certain beverages and purporting to aid digestion. Warnings reference ministers and the public about unsafe compositions and temperate use.
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