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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
7
President sends regrets as Gloucester marks 7th anniversary with a harbor review of warships and a performance by the Canterbury Pilgrim. Officials hoped to review marchers and celebrate the city’s founding with a civic fete.
In Winchester Frederick county, the Byrd Spates battle for the Virginia legislature dominates the primary scene. Byrd appears set for nomination by a safe majority as Musgrave withdraws in an adjacent Suffolk Southampton contest.
Reports from Constantinople say Turkey seeks recall of Greek officers in Crete while 4000 vedics are ordered from Sinvina under second army corps. Four protecting powers act, with Crete’s status in question. Turkish transport moves denied. fleet block near Rhodes debated as Crete tensions rise.
An Aug 4 article from the San Diego Post denies claims by Besant relating to a movement led by Brathyrhond Ho and Mrs Ratheans Tiel. The piece states the secretary at the optical secretariat clarified that no clan or honed aberration exists and that the movement remains unconfirmed.
Report details poisoning allegations against Mrs White involving a carrier of poison in August. Authorities indicate a suspected deliberate act and a medical examiner notes possible tampering with food. Investigation action and quoted statements from police and doctors are referenced.
Distinct handwriting of Breese Dickerson and Trnland was identified by District Attorney Hartan as matching notes tied to the failed National Bank case. Testimony linked signatures of the late Thomas Barker and others to forged or misused bank instruments, amid a murky scheme involving various officials. Separately, reports describe a fire at Charles Williams’s new home in Fort Frederick and widespread agricultural damage from drought affecting apples, peaches, and crops in Washington and Allegany counties.
Bernard N Baker, ex head of the Atlantic Transport Steamship Line, in a Taft prompted inquiry, estimates charges from Colon to Panama show heavy biases against U S shippers. He compares rates from New York and Europe for hides, dry goods, machinery, coffee, and rubber, noting Panama Railroad and Panama Steamship Company as government owned. Baker argues rates reflect colonial-era practices inherited by the government controlled lines.
Opening day at Tasley Fair drew a record racing entries with 135 onlookers. Weather improved as fans gathered for the event featuring purses around £700 and live trots, with competitors from Washington and Virginia taking part and promising strong finishes.
In a rain soaked Woodland Park a society woman, Mrs Knight, confronted J Eanhora of Spartanburg. She whipped him after he insulted her husband’s presence, forcing an apology with his face cut and bleeding. The incident occurred amid witnesses including the wife.
Easter Shore crowd at St Joseph's Church Cordova as 4000 attend Talbot county pageant. Ten knights crown Myrtle Kelthy Miss Alls Golt Milas Byu Callahan and others as queen of love and beauty and maids of honor. Local officials preside with Dr Charles H Rose and others.
Special to The Washington Post Baltimore Aug 4 A new ruling by the Democratic State committee requires legislative candidates to secure the approval of the plurality of votes cast in primaries by district rather than ward The change reduced contest enthusiasm as many candidates withdrew and the Democratic organi zation claimed a victory The Republicans showed less interest Voter enthusiasm may shift by fall and the disfranchising amendment is expected to stir the political scene with a dormant trend potentially waking up for the general election
A deal completed today transfers 700 acres in Virginia to the Black Mountain Corporation of Alexandria. The purchase, valued in the hundreds of thousands, expands holdings near Table Mountain coal fields and ties into existing regional acquisitions. Key figures include Dulaney of Thig City and investors from Washington New York and Virginia.
Cardinal McCormick traveled from Chicago to Salt Lake City for the dedication of a new cathedral. He was hosted at the Vecarmute residence in Lenap with Bishop Connell of San Janetsea and several prominent dignitaries including Harry Pratt, J Stubbs, and Sidac Pier Scares. He proceeded toward Will Lelle and will enter via the new gate at Leontone Stallion terminal.
The Yorktown Historical Society of the United States was formed at the Thomas Nelson mansion with about 3 enthusiastic members from Virginia Maryland New York Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia. A constitution was adopted and officers elected led by president Oswald Tigiman. The society aims to preserve structures in Yorktown Culpeper and nearby areas tied to the war for American independence.
Aug 4 Upper Marlboro Maryland Republicans nominated a legislative and county ticket at the town hall with delegates choosing for State and judicial conventions. Wesley Beall was narrowly chosen for county commissioner over William Tusal. Richard Ryon and Gilbert Metzeratt headed other county and state posts. In La Plata the Charles county GOP named a strong slate led by Spearman Lancaster and Adrian Posey for various local and district roles, condemning the proposed suffrage amendment and urging aid to the party’s nominees.
The Howard County Democratic Convention met with Gorman’s undisputed control. Former Governor Waihent was absent as candidates urged by Lisbon primary promises were not offered. Judge James R. Drashars and Judge Arundel were present for judicial nominations. Delegates and officials named included Howard Brown, Favart M Hammond, Sheriff James Hobbs, Treasurer Frank Shipley, and others.
Stockholders of the Seaboard W. Lipa Railway Company approve a plan to reorganize the property. A new refunding mortgage bonds and a new mortgage securing last are proposed, not exceeding 55 million dollars. Nearly all capital stock favored the plan. meeting adjourned for Raleigh where a similar meeting was held.
Heavy rains since Sunday flood main cotton areas in North Carolina. Estimates show 3 to 5 percent deterioration in the crop as blooms suffer and fields flood. Principal streams rise, farms affected, growers report damaged bolls and delayed planting.
Danville Aug 4 Miss Irma Browning wed Rev Wo M Edwards at the bride’s home. Culpeper Aug 4 Wiley Grifth Horne Jr weds Snead daughter at home with Rev GL W Guyer officiating. West Virginia Aug 4 George Bawards, a longtime businessman and oldest Odd Fellow, dies at home. Culpeper Aug 4 Fire destroys large barn but livestock saved. insurance covers loss. Raleigh Aug 4 State authorizes Carolina-Tennessee Power to increase capital from 250,000 to 2,500,000.
Alexandria voters show light interest in the Democratic primary as polls open at 7 a.m. in usual locations. Candidates Robusod Moncure and Jared Birtell push turnout for the House of Delegates race while supporters rally for Lt Governor nominee James St. Catherine. statewide signals suggest cautious enthusiasm in Alexandria.
BODY IS RECOVERED. Report covers a drowning near Fort Pant, a missing person, a coroner to investigate, and funeral arrangements. Also notes a break in at a post office, bloodhound searches, charter news for Giffin Furniture Company, a tool theft conviction, school account deficits, a June commission on insanity ruling, and the death of Mrs. Edith L Moore in Hagerstown.
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