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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1906

Page

17

Arrests Expected in Hartje Divorce Case Conspiracy

Five persons charged with conspiracy against Mrs Hartje in the Hotel Lincoln episode. Judge Frazer’s decision in the divorce case likely deferred until fall, as arguments continue. Hartje defense accuses Mrs Hartje of desertion amid disputed letters and alleged visits to questionable resorts. The Hartje trial has seen emotional testimony from Mrs Hartje and sharp clashes between counsel over letters and character.

Hartje Hotel Lincoln Pitsburg Aus Forday Frazer Augustus Hartje Fiveskint John Marron Hartje and His Fe Very Much. During Mr. Marron W. B. Rodgers Nnrrow Delge Friern Augustus Hartie Rolgers Augustus Tlartle Meg Hartie Jie He - Min Rodgers Hestoning Coadman Mathe Deeren Char Hatel Lincoln

Died Cooming Rites Held For Miss Mle Gooding

Relatives and friends attend service at St Episcopal Church at 10 this morning for Miss Mle Gooding. Interment follows in Baltimore area. Funeral details list local relatives and parish connections. The obituary notes a 72 year old with ties to Beltsville and nearby communities.

Mle. Gooding Episcopal Balimore Werh Exei Bertin Hia 1 Gmbh Ialteay Lado Pendey Altimere Pavers Sr. End Mrcy Beltsville Nereestee Stier

More Charlie Ross Clue From Mount Holly Carpenter

Joseph Likens, a carpenter for Tomlinson Brothers in West Washington Street, claims he found Charlie Ross. He says the boy, kidnapped in Philadelphia in 1875, is now William Von Hodge, a Union Pacific clerk. He cites an orphanage in New Orleans and a burglary in New Brunswick tied to the kidnap case.

Mount Holly N. J Joseph Li Ikens Tomlinson Brothers West Washington Strees Charlie Ross Philadelph Ross William von Hodge Union Pacino Railroad Company Tass New Orleans Trento New Brunswick Mosher Douglass Likens Roass Philadelphia

Archibald Roosevelt joins Newport carnival voyage aboard Spray

Master Archie Roosevelt son of President Theodore Roosevelt arrived at Newport aboard the Spray to take in carnival week. Captain Joshua Slocum led the voyage from Oyster Bay with Seaman Obey of the Sylph aboard. Archie assisted in steering and cooking, and briefly sailed the vessel past Watch Hill before docking at the torpedo station.

Synclel Washington Post Newport Archie Roosevelt Roosevelt Oyster Bay Archie Cleaves Slocum Archle Seaman Obey Sylph Watch Hill Newport Harbor Arcaie Marthas Vineyard

Conservatives Take Lead at Iowa Democratic Convention

Iowa City governor candidates George W. Ball Claude Porter and John D. Denison are mentioned as leading options as the conservative faction plans to control caucuses and committees. The platform faces demand for tariff revision and placing several articles on the free list.

Waterloo Iowa Democratic Party William J. Bryan Bryan George W. Ball Iowa City Claude Porter Centerville John D. Denison Dubuque

Tobacco Chewer Wins

Kron Ohio August dr Ira A Priest of this city earned a vote of confidence for a Methodist preacher through a curious recommendation. A friend asked about the man and Dr Priest called him intelligent but noted he chews tobacco. The reply said enough and praised the candidate for standing against the church. Dr Priest formerly led Buectel College.

Kron Ohio Ira A. Priest Methodist Church Dr. Priest Buectel College

Maj Joseph McDowell Dead Longtime Enquirer Manager

Maj Joseph McDowell longtime business manager of the Cincinnati Enquirer died of heart disease at seventy three after a long illness. He was a former member of Congress General Joseph McDowell was his namesake father. Also notice Pittsburg reports P H Laufman pioneer in tn plate and sheet steel died in Southern Pines winter home aged sixty.

Cincinnati Enquirer Chicago Joseph McDowell Armer Congress Pittsburg P.H. Laufman Southern Pines

Mayor Rose Withdraws From Congress Nomination

Manford Schoonover of Garnett Kansas was today nominated by Democrats in Kansas Second district. William W Rose mayor of Kansas City Kansas had been first nominated but declined the nomination in the interest of harmony.

Congress Harmony Lawrener Kans Manford Schoonover Garnett Kansas William W. Rose Kansas City

Transatlantic Passages Arrivals and Voyages Noted

Shipping news from New York and European ports lists arrivals and sailings. Ships include G eeland from Antwerp and Baver to Ive Island at 58 p m arrival Singapore? and Kronprin Wilhelz from New York en route to Salled via Boulogne, with various vessels bound for New York Naples Genoa and Antwerp.

New York Eeland Antwerp Baver Ive Island Naples Sable Island Oceanic Liverpool Plymouth Kronpring Wilhelz Salled Pennsylvania Hamburg Boulogne Gibraltar

Sirio Wreck Brings Heroism and Loss Aboard

Reports from Cartagena Spain describe the Italian steamer Sirio wreck off Hermigas Island on Saturday night. It details heroic rescues by passengers including Carlos Venturini and his daughter, the drowning of the Brazilian bishop, and a bridegroom’s loss on his honeymoon. Survivors include Italians Spaniards Arabs Austrians Argentines Brazilians and others as authorities search for more survivors. The Sirio is deemed a total loss with 30 plus lives gone and a naval inquiry opened in Madrid.

Cartagena Spain Hermigas Island Barcelona Senor Venturini Siria Guiseppe Paradi Perseus Ministry of Finance Madrid Genoa Italy Ion Guissepe Paradi

Clark Sells Rich Mines in $2 Million Deal

In Butte Montana on August 6 Senator W A Clark sold to A W Harriman Col C H Peake for 1 500 000 the Butte and Superior Copper Mining Company holdings Black Rock Niagara and Raymond mines long famed as silver mines The same buyers also acquired Constitution Jersey Blue and Four John mines and eight other mining claims in the same deal for a total purchase price of 2 000 000.

Butte and Superior’ Company Butte Mont W. A. Clark A. W. Harriman North Dakkota C. H.’ Peake Duluth Butte and Superior Copper Mining Company Black Rock Niagara Raymond Jersey Blue Four John

Philadelphia Man Held in $10,000 Bail in Jewelry Robbery

Louis Holbert, arrested in Chicago, faces trial on charges of stealing jewelry valued at $10,000 from Edward L. Welsh in Chestnut Hill. He disappeared after employment as a bailer, and the jewelry was recovered. Holbert is known to police under several aliases.

Philadelphia Louis Holbert Chicago Edward L. Welsh Chestnut Hill Holbert Mr. Welsh

Mischief Skataway Wins First Lipton Cup Race

In San Diego Aug 6 the Mischief Skataway won the opening 12 mile Lipton Cup race finishing in 2.91. Mischief II the largest boat placed second 6 seconds behind, with Monson Aolts Skiddoo and others finishing several minutes back including Estrella.

San Diego Cal Mischief Sk Taway Monson Aolts Mischiefs

Labor Riots Hit Capetown and London Unrest

A Capetown dispatch reports serious riots by unemployed men, with mobs of white and colored individuals looting many shops. Police were nearly powerless as unrest spread to London.

London Capetown

Roosevelt prompts cabinet aid for Ohio campaign

Special to The Washington vent Cleveland Ohio August 6 President Roosevelt promised Senator Dick Cab inet help during the coming campaign in Ohio The promise was given Dick during his visit last week to Oyster Bay Dick said so today The Senator said it has not been settled who the Cabinet orators will be Dick has also asked Chairman Sherman of the Republican Congressional Committee to assign heavy artillery in Ohio for the campaign hoping Cannon and a few other big guns will be used

Washington Cleveland Ohi Roosevelt Ohio Oyster Bay Charman Sherman Republican Congressional Committee

Death from Cigar Burn Claims Life of Frank Wild

Frank Wild a seventy one year old Bethlehem, Pennsylvania resident, died in Atlantic City from blood poisoning contracted after a cigar blister burned on his lip. The blister formed a week earlier and became infected after an operation followed at a physician's suggestion. Wild belonged to a prominent Bethlehem family.

Atlantic City Frank Wild Bethlehem Wild

Oil Inquiry Resumed in Chicago Against Standard Oil

A federal grand jury in Chicago resumes its probe into Standard Oil methods. The panel will review rebate charges and secret railroad agreements alleged to have driven competitors from Southern markets. Witnesses include freight agent Heigh F. L. Johnson of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad.

Chicago Standard Oil Company United States Cleveland Bethen Grand Junction Charles W. Morrison J.J. Sullivan John S. Miller B. Morrison Heigh F. L. Johnson Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Morrison Sullivan Washington Post Jamestown Federal Grand Jury Pennsylvania Railroad

Short Line Sold in Baltimore Annapolis Consolidation

At a stockholders meeting the Baltimore and Annapolis Short Line was consolidated with the Maryland Electric Company. The steam road will be electrified and had authorized a $1,000,000 bond issue prior to consolidation. Maryland Electric Railway will issue $4,000,000 in bonds to fund system improvements and extensions as part of United Railways system.

Washington Post Baltimore Baltimore and Annapolis Here Annapolis Maryland Electric Company Maryland Electric Railway Company United Railways

Body of A D Kirschner Found Near Covington

The body of A D Kirschner of Columbus Ohio was found in a Covington Kentucky hillside clump, shown to have died two days earlier. A traveling salesman for a New York Baltimore cloth firm, he appears to have killed himself over drink ruin. A note to his wife mentions alcohol and poverty and plans to end his life. Coroner Digby notified Mrs Kirschner of 405 Donaldson Street Columbus.

Washington Post Cincinnati A.D. Kirschner Columbus Ohio Covington Grink New York Baltimore Digby Kircchner Donaldson Street White Ohio River Gom Goodby Andrew

Gymnastics Not Rest Debate At British Association

York readers heard a paper by Dr. Theodore Dyke Acland on the values of rest. In discussion, Dr. Bevan Lewis argued that gymnastics do not cure mental fatigue and cautioned against excessive bicycle riding as a recent craze among bicycle head men seeking records.

York England Theodore Dyke Acland British Association For the Advancement of Science Bevan Lewis

Russian Strike Fails as Leaders Captured in Moscow

Reports from St. Petersburg and Moscow describe a failed railroad strike with central committee leaders captured and imprisoned. Officials warn of unrest in Odessa while sailors and troops show disaffection. peasants prepare for wider disorders as severity of mutinies grows and the Black Sea fleet moves toward Odessa.

Moscow Odessa SS Petersburg Central Committee Social Democrats St. Petersburg Qdassa Lebanton London Sterydloft Black Sea

Emperor's Meteor Leads Regatta At Cowes Harbor Race

In the Cowes Isle of Wight regatta the Emperor William's Meteor, Claude Cautley's Adela, and other yachts raced forty miles for a schooner class. Meteor finished first at 4 49 p m with Clara close behind. Cetonia retired. In the seventy sail race Navahoe and White Heather led to Nyria’s victory by 65 seconds with Kariad third and Navahoe fourth.

Cowes Isle of Wight Burgeé Royal London Yacht Club England Spain Emperor William Claude T.j.cau~tley Hett Guilaume Clara Miles Kennedy Sir Jamies Pender Kariad R W. N. Young Cetonid Cevacopive-Toolacs Nyria Navahoe Fou Awou

Duel Between Generals Andre and De Negrier Stirs Paris

Paris officials anticipate a pistol duel between Generals Andre and De Negrier after bitter exchanges over martial service ages and past commands. Seconds Langlois Duchesne Balaman and Chevilland arrange details. animosity centers on the epithet liar. Pistols chosen, duel likely tomorrow.

Andre de Negrier Paris de’Negrier Langlois Duchesne de ‘Negriet Langson Indo-China

Harland & Wolff to build steamer larger than Lusitania

Reports say the Hamburg American line ordered Harland & Wolff to construct a ship bigger than the Cunard liner Lusitania. Details cite Lusitania at 790 feet, 88 foot beam, 60 feet 6 inches depth, and 40,000 tons displacement. Also mentions Greek miners strike near Laurion and Herbert J. Peirce arriving as American Minister in Christiania.

Belfast Ireland Hamburg- American Line Harland & Wolff Peirce Christiania Norway Herbert J. DP. Peirce

Dying rail inspector cries hurry as engine crushes him

In Wilmington on August 6, railroad car inspector William J. Hall was fatally crushed when a shifting engine pinned him for ten minutes. His last words urged comrades to tell his father and brother that he was hurt. Fellow railroaders laud his grit as the accident ends his life swiftly. Auction Sale Fine: New Furniture and rugs, direct from manufacturer, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Wilson & Mayers. We and 6G sho se.

Wilmington Del William J. Hail Todds Hall Halls Wilson_& Mayers

Court Martial for Lieut Dunn Over Onboard Incident

Secretary Bonaparte ordered a court martial to try Lieut Edward H Dunn of the United States Navy for unbecoming conduct aboard the training ship Independence at San Francisco A sailor assaulted a woman passenger and torn her clothes after she resisted The event drew Navy attention and prompted the inquiry The panel includes Rear Admiral Merrill M Mil ler and Capt Charles P Perkins with Richard M Cutts serving as judge advocate The court convenes Monday at Mare Island Lascon?

Bonaparte Edward H. Dunn United States Mary Independence San Francisco Secretary of the Navy Department I Merrill Milter Charles P. ‘Perkins Thomas S. Phélps Ajekdsder McCrackin Frank Anderson Arthur W. Dodd David M., Potter Richard M. “Cutts Marine Corps Mornday Madre Island

Navy Trial Postponed On Court Martial Of Surgeon Pease

The court martial of Surgeon Pease of the U S Navy has been postponed to Washington Navy Yard. The case centers on attempted promotion and charges include errors in papers. The defense hints jealousy or enmity as motive and says witnesses will be summoned from across the country. naval circles expect a prolonged affair.

Pease Washington Navy Yard Saat Fort Ehates Witesses United States Actsi Abus Moou

Storm at Fort Harrison Leaves Camps Wet and Damaged

Heavy rain and a violent storm hit Fort Benjamin Harrison near Indianapolis causing tents to collapse and minor injuries to several visitors. Roads flooded for over an hour as the storm swept through the regulars camp and Michigan National Guard. rumor of five deaths was traced to inaccurate reports and Gen. Carter ordered restraint on injury and death notices before telegraph reports.

Fort Benjamin Harrison Indianapolis Michigan National Guard Fort Benjamin-Harrison Carter Tornight Telegraph Hueses Sitall S

Bell Ends Inspection Tour To Fort Benjamin Harrison

Chief Bell concludes western inspection tour noting Fort Benjamin Harrison near Indianapolis not yet completed. He predicts delays push completion to next spring delaying host for troops returning from the Philippines. Emile Wagner and Harry Kitsell receive life saving medals for rescuing shipmates after a man overboard incident aboard the battleships Alabama and Kearsarge.

Fostuian Indianapolis Benjamin Harrigan Bell Emile. M. Wagner Harry H. Kitstel

Army Orders and Naval Movements Reported in 1906 List

The document records military promotions commissions and transfers, noting Second Lieutenant William KH Peek and others, plus special orders and leave statuses. It also lists movements of naval vessels to ports including Charleston, Boston, and Newport News, and mentions mitigated sentences for cadets Ferris and others following a court-martial.

Military Academy Caricur Ter Melvin G. Ferris Fune

Father and Son Drown in River Accident near Mount

Tokn Wilman a farmer aged thirty years and his son Albert were drowned last night while rowing in the Fen River. The father toppled the boat in a fright for the boy, throwing both into twelve feet of water. Mrs Wilman watched from the bank as the tragedy unfolded and neither resurfaced after the initial sinking. A trusteeship question arose today as a committee announced a candidate for trustee of Mutual Life Insurance and New York Life.

Mount Clamen Wilman Albert Fent Wilmen Mih Rave Mutual Life Insurance Company New York Life Insurance Company

Court Calls Ige Trust Criminal Conspiracy In New York

The Court of General Sessions urged the August grand jury to probe the ice trust amid claims of criminal conspiracy and price manipulation. Judge Rosalsky warned that increasing prices or limiting supply harming public health and welfare could lead to indictment. Also reported, former County Auditor John W. Neff received seven years for grand larceny related to a cemetery scandal.

Washington Post New York Court of General Sessions Jerome Ice Trust Rosalsky Grand Jury Dudee Rosalsky Cheys Board of Aldermen Warsaw John W. Neff Bultalé

August Piano Clearance Offer Sparks Heavy Discounts

In August the store anunced its annual piano clearance sale featuring used and new pianos, aiming to reduce stock before fall. About twenty pianos are offered from various makes including Chickerings and Behr Price Teeple. New stock shipments expected. three months to receive eight carloads of pianos. Highlights include nine high grade uprights in San Domingo mahogany, with advanced features and five year guarantee.

Chickerings Behr Teeple Ieatures Tieh San.Domingo

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