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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1914
Page
40
A missionary family recounts a bandit attack near Minchow that burned their home and stole valuables before fleeing into the woods. They endured three days of pursuit and danger, aided by locals, and finally returned to the city with wounded and frightened companions.
A medical world shift toward safer, more effective radium use is reported with its gradual disappearance from treatment. Early notes warn of dangers and varied ray effects, while noting improved control and reduced costs as radium’s face value drops amid new measures. A train wreck in Massachusetts kills two, Charles Sewcomb and Edward Rowe, as two men die in a press incident.
Paris museums receive Napoleon relics after discreet telegrams by the crown prince fueled alarmist claims of a coming war. The artifacts include Napoleon's dagger to Gen Rapp and a note to Gov General Rapp, placed in the Carnavalet Museum by court order pending judgment.
Dr Frank J Goodnews American authority on constitutional law departs Peking to become president of Johns Hopkins University He will advise Yuan Shikai remotely while a substitute is sought Rockhill Adams also resign posts to return to the United States Their departures raise questions about the value of foreign advisers to Yuan Shikai’s government as many provide general guidance but few are heavily utilized for decisive work.
London August 8 A Jersey marine biologist Joseph Sinel of the Society for Cruelty Prevention reports lobsters die most humanely when heated slowly. He describes a progression from movement to coma and death at rising water temperatures, likening it to a heat stroke.
Berlin criminal statistics show half of complaints of women being robbed are fictitious. A case in Grunewald involved a young woman who claimed assault after a quarrel with her lover. details matched the alleged attacker, who was found elsewhere. She confessed to tearing her clothing and jumping into the lake and was jailed for two months as a warning to similar offenders.
Madrid reports on King Alfonso visiting Biarritz where a cab fare to the station was 10 francs. The driver charged the king and was paid the amount plus a tip. On a later trip the driver said no fee was due, and the king handed him a 100-franc note, equivalent to about $20.
Eastern sailors and cabin boys on Oriental ships in London's docks suffer robberies in Chinatown opium dens. Police court cases involve nineteen Chinese individuals. charitable groups plan a hotel social club with English and seamanship classes and guidance to send earnings home. The new body named Chinese Merchant Service Guild aims to aid these sailors.
London August report highlights how ear piercing for earrings can transmit tuberculosis through infected punctures. nurse biting infants and contaminated milk also noted. public health congress warns of bovine and human bacilli risks, urging protection of children.
A new memorial honoring Titanic musicians was unveiled at the Institute of the National Orchestral Association in Archer Street Soho. Designed by Mr. Paul Montford, the stone mantelpiece features bronze panels depicting Music and Fame as it rests on a tablet bearing the inscription and wreath.
The archdeacon of London and Mr Landon Ronald recall historic Titanic hours as a musician memorial. A tribute honors the band of heroes who met their fate, while a working musician adds his memories. The Post notes free classified ads and urges use of its columns.
Bavaria bans nonsectarian religious instruction again confirming a clerical victory. The education minister and king approve the edict ending the limited experiment amid concerns over freedom of conscience and irreligion in schools.
Louisa Virginia Aug 3 A jury finds Mrs Elizabeth A Hall guilty of murder in the second degree and sentences her to ten years in the state penitentiary The courtroom scene includes the prisoner’s hysterical daughter and bereaved relatives as counsel announces an appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeals over the verdict.
Jefferson District Citizens Association plans an open air mass meeting to oppose a government survey for the 27 experimental road in Alexandria county. The Good Roads Association protests the survey and seeks to redirect funds to existing routes through Mount Ida and Rosemont toward King Street. A weather plan shift to Mount Vernon schoolhouse is noted if rain arrives. The executive committee warns of possible legal steps to block $3000 Jefferson district road funds. The conflict centers on road routing and local control of funds amid federal participation.
Viscount Bryce, former ambassador to the United States, is described as the busiest man in England. At 76 he remains indefatigable in public speaking, lecturing weekly, addressing committees and the House of Lords, and frequently writing to world leaders.
London teachers highlight the phrase a little bit as a tough tongue twister used to train foreign students in English pronunciation. Prof Walter Rippman notes mastery signals progress, as beginners struggle with sounds like “a little bit” and move toward harder phrases such as “peppers” and “picked peppers.”
Evlen Anson Wilson 54 of White House Anna Welson Toys 1252 Sid Street Maythew Kendrick 58 Emergency Julia Sweeney 41 Emma Vo Corridon 44 1384 BE Capital Robert Lake 26 Tuberculosis Hospital Charles Aronovitch Tuberculosis Hospital Prank Harris 30 1247 25th Street Northwest Huttie Watson 34 2098 Halt Street Northwest
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