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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1906

Page

6

Bomb plot by young woman fails exploding weapon kills her

A well dressed eighteen year old registered at Hotel St Petersburg near Odessa palace attempted to assassinate Governor General Kaulbars. Her bomb exploded prematurely injuring no one but she shot herself and died. Traced to social revolutionists Flying Fighting Organization led by Savinkoff and Tikoff, with Sayinkom a central committee member. Also notes attempts on Vice Admiral Doubassoff and Gen Nephiteff linked to the group.

Odessa Admral Doubassoff Gen Nepluef St Petersburg Gen Kaulbars Gen Prirtz Doubassoff Nephiteff Sebastopol Social Revolutionists Sayinkom Central Committee Lieut Kolschev Tikoff Black Sea Savinkoff Nepluieffs Fe Anynt Tively Moe Visichenko Tugher Gen Visatchenko Muritars Crune

Russian Parliament Address Backing Democracy and Unity

Paris dispatch reports leading senators former cabinet ministers and institute members uniting to endorse a representative government in Russia. The appeal praises parliamentary reform as essential for progress and prosperity and calls for Franco Russian cooperation based on shared ideals. Pierre Berthelot forwarded the address to Prof Mouromtsev, head of Russia’s lower house.

Paris Institute Goydems Wodstery Friends of Russia Russia Jon Tye Pierre Berthelot Minster of Foreign Affairs Mouromtsev

Accused Trooper Commits Death at Fort Oglethorpe

An officer from F Coer ner Troop HM Twelfth Cavalry reportedly killed himself at Fort Oglethorpe today after being placed under arrest by the officer of the day on a charge of complicity in some matter.

Chattanooga Fenn Coerner Twelfth Cavalry Fort Oglethorpe

Died in Asbury Park and Death Notices Adorn Local Paper

Obituaries list several deaths with partial names and ages from August and August 1905. Notices reference funeral arrangements, residences on streets in Washington and surrounding areas, and burial details at Congressional Cemetery and local venues. Names include Clifton W Tanks and others, with dates and addresses partially legible.

Fanks Asbury Park Clifton Jennie Banks Aterpeters Tisage Congressional Cemetery Grivate Tate John D Hillary Don Noes Catherne George ‘Thom Twente Layiling Avenue

Notice Ingo and Death Inserts Across Major Papers

Notice lists multiple newspapers including The Washington Post and others such as New York Times Boston Globe Buffalo Courier and Chicago Tribune where insertions appear with no extra charge. No dates or actions beyond listing the publications.

Washington Post NEW York Poston Slorf Buffalo Courier WCAGO Rfcord Herald Philadflphia Public Lebger LUSBL Dispatch Proidengl Tournal Rolhemter Herald Louis Republic Syracuse Port Standard Falls Pionser Presi Minsextolis Tribune Cleveland Plain Mlayer Cincinn TI Inquirer

Teamsters Start New Union in Chicago Split

August 10 report on the formation of the United Teamsters of America as a rival to the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Delegates bolting from the old convention consider remodeling the original constitution, while AFL leader Samuel Gompers and Frank Morrison intervene with appeals to halt the secession.

Chicago Teamsters United Teamsters of America International Brotherhood of Teamsters C P Shea Frank Morrison American Federation of Labor

Boy Shoots Father In New Orleans Disturbance

A ten year old boy fatally shot his father Frank Mullins after a family dispute at Bowerton Vis New Orleans. The father allegedly whipped another child and struck the mother with a strap before the shooting occurred. Authorities report the incident as a fatal family violence case with no further details available.

New Orleans Frank Mullins Bowerton Mullins

Bucket shops raided as bail set at $2500

Detective Sergeant Barney VicConsille led a four shop raid on bucket operations tied to Joan A Boardman & Co. at 33 Broadway and other locations In Philadelphia and New York. Four prisoners including George J Turner Wilam Healas and James Stockwell faced Magistrate Breen on misdemeanor charges for conducting business without filed copartnership certificates. Bail set at $200 each as volumes of documents and paraphernalia were seized.

Washington Post New York Barney VicConsille Joan A Boardman & Co Walnut Street Broadway Boardman & Co George J Turner Phadelphia Wilam Healas Ated Biecerick Bloomheld Raleigh James Stockwell Bicen

Scene at Alabama gallows as Fletcher denounces judge

Fletcher colored who was hanged for the murder of Bob Phine at Flatlop mines accused Judge S L Weaver of bias from the scaffold. He claimed the judge granted a habeas corpus to a white man named John Williams and spared him while his own case was ignored, alleging the court went fishing to avoid acting.

Alabama Birmingham Ente Fletcher Bob Phine Flatlop Mines S L Weaver

Multi jurisdiction cases span executions to fund fraud

A string of brief items reports resignations in Ohio county finances, a Montville murder execution, a steamer fire in Michigan, a Idaho murder bond, a New York court stay, a Buffalo cemetery scandal, and a Philadelphia clerks union trip to the Savannah convention. The notes list officials, victims, places, and dates in rapid succession.

Ation Ohio Aaz FY Smith Prabria Court Prt Echool Morstown Vos Samusi Vonich Mre Harriet Ko Decker Montville Vonich Moo Decker I Marine Co John H Pauly Charla Marcceltes Marina City George Rove Yoeph Vinnie John Spencer New Boise Idaho William Henry Wicks Bond Waresw Buffalo Nelf Philadelphia Clerks Beneficial Association of Thiladetpitta D.fentany Port Oflen Elores Savannah

Rebating the Charge Involve Pennsylvania A and Oil Rebates

A Western District of New York federal grand jury in Jamestown today issued three indictments. The Pennsylvania Railroad, the Standard Oil Company of New York, and the Vacuum Oil Company face counts alleging reduced rates on oil shipments and violations of the Interstate Commerce Act. Indictments detail a 16 cent per hundredweight rate when 10 to 11 cents applied, with testimony from Horace Tucker and others pointing to broader rebates among Chicago area railroads. The jury will continue probe August 2 focusing on direct rebate schemes and possible Elkins Act violations.

Jamestown N. Y Chicago New York Standard Oil Company of Pennsylvania Railroad Standard Ol Company Vacuum Or Uider State of Olean Rochester Rail Cade Company Standard and Vacuum Companies Interstate Commerce Commission Standard Oil Grand Senates OQE Pagan Washington Pagan Brown Ciyeago Aus Standard Oil Company Federal Grand Jury Horace Tucker Chainman Chicago and Ancis Hanchett Morrisons Office Laken Standard Out Company Elkins Railoads Standard Ol Oil Company Evansvile Whiting Ind East St Louis

IGE INQUIRY IS THOROUGH

The Washington Post reports a thorough grand jury probe into suspected price fixing by independent ice dealers. Witnesses William Brennan and James Scott testified as part of an ongoing inquiry, with potential criminal conspiracy findings pending further documentary evidence and a forthcoming presentment.

Washington Post York Auy Grand Lee Willam Brennan Willamson & Brennan Ice Company Jidth Street Harlem River James Scott National Ike Companies American Tee Company Vir Brennan Vir Scott Toreman Karsch Grand Jury Roselsky General Sessions We Karsch

Ice shortage probe to be led by federal authorities

In Toledo Ohio on August 1 the ice trust and railroads alleged to back it face a federal investigation. Interstate Commerce Commissioner Clements and possibly Commissioner Cockrel will lead the inquiry next Tuesday with Luther M Walker, a special agent of the commission, handling the investigation into the shortage and waste precautions.

Grand Jury Toledo Ohio Ice Trust Interstate Commerce Clements Cockrel Luther M Walker Commission

Sugar Trust Indictments Filed in U S Circuit Court

Special to The Washington xest New York reports more indictments filed this morning by the Federal grand jury into sugar rebate matters. The new cases add to existing indictments against the sugar trust railroads and carriers and some officials of transportation firms. The grand jury was dismissed briefly and will reconvene late September, with disposition likely at the fall term opening October 10.

Washington New York Hough United States Circuit Court Federal Grand Jury Sugar Trust United States District Stimson

Widow's Love Letters Cost Suitor $800 and Arrest

A young woman claiming to be Mrs Hamilton of 20 West 82nd Street was arraigned on mail fraud charges after a Philadelphia businessman, James B McClelland, said his pursuit of marriage resulted in $800 lost plus a costly engagement ring. He described warm letters and a promised $1,000 annual income from a Mexican mine, with a locket purchase and a $200 necklace, before the swindle unravelled when a brother arrived and cut off funds.

Brother Washington Post New York Hamilton West Highty-second Street United States Shields Federal James B McClelland Philadelphia Asmatan Ditriet Carmody Sorolla McClelland Lincerty Mexico Asheville, NC McLell Providence R. 1

Claude M Desha Dead Prominent Kansas Politician

Claude M Desha longtime Kansas Democrat and resident died at home in Cynthian g Kans last night from apoplexy He was son of Gov Louis Desha and grandson of Gov Joseph Desha In Dalles Texas Rev George Edward Walk dean of St Matthews Cathedral the Texas Episcopal parish died today of peritonitis

Kansas Cynthiang Kans Claude M. Desha This Oly Gev Louis Desha Joseph Desha Dalles Tex George Edward Walk St Matthews Cathedral Texas

Philadelphia Press Financial Tale of Small Coin Talk

A quip filled piece shows a citizen asking for a dime and the broker replying with humor about a nickel or a dime. The dialogue reflects a light financial moment from a Philadelphia era source.

Root Arrival Delights Montevideo Crowd at Harbor Welcome

Thousands greet Secretary Root and party as the Charleston cruiser anchors. A formal welcome aboard and ashore remarks by Dr Jose Romeu launch a sequence of receptions and galas in Montevideo including a military parade, opera gala, and planned events with Mr Root and Mrs Root.

Uruguayan Republic Lois Root Brat Argentina Montevideo Nort Baward C Onwen Charleston O Brien Roosevelt Great Republic of the Hoot EC O Brien

Drago Doctrine Sparks Debate At Buenos Aires Congress

Special Cable Dispatch reports in Fuo de Janeiro that the Drago doctrine faces slow progress as Argentine delegates push for a definite statement. Government plans trips for delegates to sites of interest and many fiestas are arranged, with adjournment possible after August 20.

Washington Post Fuo de Janeiro

Naval Militia Shipless Over Roosevelt Orders

The District Naval Militia learned President Roosevelt ordered the Navy to send the training ship Puritan to Oyster Bay for Labor Day maneuvers. The planned cruise on the Puritan for next Tuesday is canceled, with officials unsure when a suitable vessel will be available.

Naval Roosevelt Navy Department Oyster Bay Naval Militia S W Stratton Militia Bonaparte Converse Bureau of Navigation Capt Stratton District Naval Milita Stratton

Movements of Ocean Steamers Aug 1 to Aug 10

Shipping news reports arrivals departures and positions of multiple transatlantic steamers. Vessels mentioned include Celtic Queenstown Solent and Lucania with routes between Liverpool New York Boston Bremen and Cherbourg. Positions tracked miles southeast of Marton and Montreal stations with ETA estimates around 8 am and 3 pm.

New York Rampantas Liverpool Queenstown Kaflen Celtic Riverpool Cape Rece Newfoundland Aoliant America Statendam Rotterdam Houlogue New Sorh W Re Tees Marton Noutheast Minneapolis London Wegan Marcans Lucania Liverport Salled Cogric Cymric Boston Cherbourg Prinze Alice New

Sheriff Stillwell Dies From Wounds In Riverhead Capture

Deputy Sheriff George A. Stillwell died after being shot July 26 while transporting prisoner Rapolio Moleish to Riverhead. Moleish, a Hungarian tramp, is under arrest and to be charged with murder. Stillwell died early today despite medical efforts as he and Justice Payne attempted to move the prisoner to the Riverhead jail. Moleish escaped briefly before a search led to his capture near Baiting Hollow.

Mineola Long Island George A. Stillwell Sherif Riverhead Stillwell Rapolio Moleish Justice Payne Moleish Riverhead Inn Baiting Hollow

Mill owners in workhouse held for conspiracy

George and John Robinsteen former mill owners and officers of Eleanor Iron and Steel were convicted of conspiracy and misdemeanor. They were sentenced to pay $500 forfeits each and to six months in the workhouse. Bail set at $5,000 each as the case advanced toward the Superior Court.

Pittsburo Pa George John Robinsteen Robinsteens Eleanor Iron and Steel Company Gailbraith

Mrs Gunton Wins Decree in Gunton Case

New York August 10 Supreme Court Justice Giegerich affirmed the suit brought by Mrs Amelia Gunton against her husband Prof George Gunton of Gunton Magazine. The affirmation order will be signed soon with the judgment, in Mrs Gunton s favor, following. The exact terms remain public when filed.

Spectatorne Washington Poo New York Supreme Court Giegerich Henory W Bookstayer Amelia Gunton George Gunton Gunton Magazine Gunten

Loeb sued for 50000 over false arrest claim at Oyster Bay

Nadage Doree, Jewish writer, sues William Loeb Jr, president's secretary, for 50000 alleging he caused her false arrest in October. Papers served at Oyster Bay. defense to be by Justice Department. Doree describes Russian Jewish persecution and says she sought Roosevelt's aid.

William Loeb Jr Nadage Doree Loeb Oyster Bay New York Department of Justice St Johns Church Sixteenth Street Lafayette Square Sergi Harrison Seventh Precinct House of Detention Russia Washington White House Hoosevelt Miss Doree Scha

Coroner suspects murder in Neshaminy Creek case

Doylestown Aug 10 Buck County authorities investigate the murder of an unidentified man found in Neshaminy Creek at Langhorne. Post mortem shows skull fracture from a blunt instrument and the body was already dead when thrown into the creek. Coroner and police suspect attack by highwaymen. no clues to identify the victim.

Doylestown Bucka County Neshaminy Creek Langhorne

New York Woman Defends Home Against Crook Assailants

Mrs Wilhelmina Virginia Hill reports two men forced entry at 22 West 94th Street on July 1. They tore her ring from her finger and demanded money, threatening publicity. John Quinn alias Ryan alias Williams, a noted crook, was later arrested on the case after Mrs Hill identified him. the crime prompted a police probe and warnings about further hearings.

Washington Post New York John Quinn Ryan Willams Finelite Jefferson Market Polka Court Wilhelmina Virginia Hill West Ninety-fourth Street Hill McLaughlin Detentiive Bureau Quinn Hudson and Clarkson Ham Hil Texas Virginia Charles Housley Sixth Avenue Waverley Place Quion

Sheet Metal Workers elect officers at national convention

The national convention of the Sheet Metal Workers Association elected officers. President Edwin L Seabrook Camden. first vice Paul L. Biersach Milwaukee. second vice J A Pierpont Washington DC. secretary WH Barnard Norfolk VA. treasurer G W Battley Norfolk VA. Other nominees included EW Richards Philadelphia Thomas Black Brooklyn W A Gallaher Wilmington Robert Kain Cleveland. Next convention city undecided with invites to Peoria Syracuse Cleveland Jamestown Chicago and Niagara Falls.

J. A. Frerpont Washington Indianapolis Ind Sheet Metal Workers’ Association Edwin L Seabrook Camden Paul L. Biersach Milwaukee J A. Pierpont Washington DC WH Barnard Norfolk G W Battley Rorfols Tustess EW Richards Philadelphia Thomas Black Brooklyn W A. Gallaher Wilmington Del Robert Kain Cleveland Peoria Syracuse Jamestown Chicago Niagara Falls

Pianos for sale as fall stock nears in crowded warerooms

Warerooms crowded with leftovers and rental stock as September nears. Uprights priced from 1, 165, 185, and slighter cases offered for fine models. The store touts guaranteed makes and anticipates heavy pre fall imports, urging customers to visit early for best choices.

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