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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1908
Page
2
Philadelphia surgeon Dr Hearn asserts that fear of hydrophobia drives imaginative individuals into excitement panics, leading to assumed symptoms. He notes dog catchers are not affected and debunks claims of actual infant presence causing the scare.
Dr Hearn argues hydrophobia fear is a public misperception fueled by sensational reports. He cites twenty years of surgery in Philadelphia and notes no hydrophobia cases in man or dog among colleagues. The piece collects letters from dog wardens and officials stating repeated bites without hydrophobia, urging calmer handling of dog bites and criticizing overreaction to rabies fears.
The Rev A S Hobart of Chester delivered a sermon at Calvary Baptist Church on born again and the kingdom of God. He argued John uses metaphors to describe spiritual facts not physical place and that the kingdom lies in a state of mind, not membership.
Pastor Copp argues the biblical flood was a natural result of Earth's axis tilting and polar ice buildup. He contends a sudden wobble caused oceans to cover mountains, opening the windows of heaven and fulfilling Noah's prophecy.
Miss A B Shaughnessy, longtime matron in charge at Union Station, departs Washington for a ten day vacation and then joins a new company as terminal matron. She praises Union Station facilities, notes five assistants, and describes duties to supervise waiting rooms, aid lost children, deter crooks, and assist stranded travelers with charity tickets when needed.
Across the Third Floor at 1117 First Street Northwest two lodgers report cash stolen from their rooms. Police note multiple imposters and a multilingual cabman aid in detaining suspects. Cases include trousers and coats taken from Reynolds’ cleaning and pressing shop and a nine foot bateau stolen from the Eleventh street wharf. Police arrest two suspects, with ongoing inquiries and no charges yet filed.
A witness at a crowded Pennsylvania Station spot near the McKinley assassination era recounts spotting a woman in a crowd who appeared to scan for pickpocket opportunities. A policeman questioned her, then he arrested May in Chicago where she was sought.
Local ads list daily offers including Three Cakes C and Oleine Soap at 10 cents, Mammoth Glycerine, Columbia Scouring Soap, Blue soap, Washing Soda, Naptha Borax, Starch, and Shineweil products with bargain prices. Mentions Heurich's Beer, Arlington Bottle Company, and Chicago Jewel Gas. Contact at Muddiman & Co. 616 Ith St.
The papal delegate Archbishop Fateconto denied any basis for claims he will be made a cardinal at the upcoming consistory. His secretary said no such advance notices are issued, though church insiders note predecessors Martinelli and Satalh became cardinals. The November consistory is expected, with notices usually sent a couple of months beforehand.
Vernon Daley eleven son of Capt Daley of the Ninth precinct was nearly injured when he collided with a companion on a bicycle while avoiding an automobile driven by J F Bayne near Nineteenth street and Rhode Island avenue northwest. Bayne then moved the injured boy to Cay Daley's home.
Paymaster's clerk Willam Neumeyer on the training ship Oneida resigns amid charges that officers aboard the ship had their personal clothing laundered at militia expense. Neumeyer says laundries were billed to ship accounts and bills mailed separately to avoid detection. He cites clashes between Neumeyer and Boatswain Nickerson over authority on the Oneida and Puritan.
Judge William H Taft addresses the Virginia Bar Association urging uniform swift administration of justice. He cites lynching, miscarriages of justice, and two-tier law as root causes of unrest, calling for reform to punish criminals promptly, prevent delays, and ensure equal treatment for rich and poor. Ambiguous legislation and political interests weaken law, he argues, urging swift trial and execution as in England and France.
About 1 500 district militiamen returned from Fort Washington and Fort Hunt aboard the steamer Moseley after fifteen days encamped in rain. The march to Center Market Armory followed, with tents and gear stored and guarded. Details show a rain drenched homecoming, guards detaining some to protect camp property, and equipment later inspected.
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