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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1906
Page
16
Washington's new superintendent takes the oath promising to listen and implement necessary changes. An informal reception welcomed members of the Board of Education and others as his personality and leadership style were described.
Dr WE Chancellor arrives from Paterson to assume duties as superintendent of Washington Public Schools. He pledges listening, cautious change, and aims to elevate Warrington’s schools as a model for the nation while meeting board members and staff at Franklin School and receiving support from Charles S Clark and others. He plans a week of familiarization before returning to Paterson.
A day or so later, Mrs. Chancellor and their child will join. The board of education schedules a meeting at Franklin School at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon, followed by a reception at 4 o'clock for school officials teachers and citizens to meet Dr. Chancellor.
A lightning bolt struck St Matthew's Episcopal Chapel at Halt and M streets SE at 5 am, causing only minor damage to the slate roof. The bolt reportedly scorched nearby residences of Frank Hazel and John Bateman as it flashed across multiple streets, with curious onlookers and the janitor Miss Laura Ferguson. No damage to adjacent brick houses or a vacant lot was reported, and interior of the church remained undamaged.
Last Saturday two bolts shattered the Navy wireless station at Cape Henry Virginia and left it useless until repair yesterday. The same site was struck again in the same day, demonstrating the power of nature to disable important communications. The navy communicated the incident to the Navy Department after repairs were completed.
A bright eyed boy about sixteen, who gave the name Henry Fulton of Greensboro, NC, was arrested by Private Mullen and jailed at the First precinct on suspicion of forging and passing Norfolk Bank for Savings and Trusts checks. Police found several blank and filled checks in his pockets and learned through a police inquiry that Norfolk noted forgery by a boy answering Fulton’s description. Fulton denies guilt and claims to be sixteen though he appears older, with funds on arrest and listing 529 North Queen Street, Greensboro, NC.
President Roosevelt hosts visitors including Sherman Shonts Bishop Taft and Bridges at Sagamore Hill for a campaign text book briefing and Panama Canal progress notes. Sherman announced presidential approval of the campaign book to be issued next week.
In Oyster Bay Nassau County a woman identified as Misa Aal L or Elizabeth Cage disturbed President Roosevelt during a church service. Proceedings seek commitment as insane with Dr Fowler and Dr Seamar consulting. Judge Jackson to rule after a lunacy report is filed. The subject has drawn local curiosity for her claims of Cabinet intrigue and a White House marriage plan.
A Georgetown scene unfolded as John Popkins, 23, was removed from his jail cell to visit his dying mother at her home on Thirteenth Street. The mother, bedridden for years with dropsy, spoke briefly to her son who apologized, vowed sobriety, and asked God for strength. Deputies escorted him back after a brief, emotional meeting, with family members denying that the assault stemmed from affection and attributing it to alcohol.
The will of William P Bateman dated June 2 1906 was filed yesterday for probate. The estate includes premises at 206 G Street Northeast devised to his widow Margaret Tate Bateman and to executors. The article notes various local civic items and obituaries from the city.
Detective Berman at Pennsylvania Station, using languages and instincts, sorted a bewildered stranger who had been carried past his destination. After miscommunications in several tongues and a fruitless search for clues, a map and a ticket finally confirmed the man wished to go to Washington, Pa. The officer arranged travel to the correct city, declaring it the hardest job he ever tackled.
State adjutant generals to send National Guard detachments for October parade in this city at the United Spanish War Veterans encampment. District units and high officials to be invited. War and Navy details sought. Local encampment committee includes Capt. B T Cogen chairman and Col. M Emmet Urell among others. meeting at Hotel Regent Readquarters.
Mr Clum resigns from The Post to edit Jobbers and Stoppers Journal a new trade publication backing the Greater Washington movement. His recognized skill as a newspaper man is seen as a guaranty of the venture’s success.
Paris august 13 William J Bryan issues a statement about the fight over the Clingis Democratic national committeeman seat. He demands Sullivan resign while Sullivan accuses Bryan of being misinformed by Dunlap and defends the party leadership. Bryan asserts the struggle is to cleanse the party and restore political rights, citing trust in a majority-rule league and listed allies.
Special cable dispatch from The Washington Fest Paris Aug 28 reports William J Bryan praising the Pan American Congress now in session at Rio de Janeiro. He says the gathering will knit closer the Western republics and their peoples and comments on Russia and the next Duma. He sidesteps a clear answer on his U.S. presidential candidacy.
A long time user testifies that Postum Food Coffee replaced coffee after nervous dyspepsia, improving brain and nerve power. She and her husband switched early and have used Postum eight years with better health. The Postum Co. Battle Creek, Michigan, promotes The Road for Westville in packages.
The interview suggests two years away from any decision on running again as the Democratic nominee. Bryan notes he would consult friends before declaring intentions. He also regrets missing M Clemenceau whom he wished to reestablish a ten year old acquaintance with, though Clemenceau is away visiting in the country.
William Ryan of 666 G street northeast reports Hearst will win the Independent nomination for New York governor on September 1 and the Democratic nomination on September 2. He recalls stumping with Bryan in 1896 alongside Adlai Stevenson, Gov. Altgeld, and Toledo Mayor Jones, and predicts Hearst’s election after greeting Bryan in New York on August 30.
Policeman George W. McKee was discharged from the force after a police trial board found him guilty of accepting hush money from Jake Schapiro, a grocer at 720 Barry Place NW, on June 21. The incident involved Schapiro scaling a store fire and McKee allegedly demanding payment to avoid action, with the money slipped into McKee’s pocket. McKee was dismissed after the July 14 verdict and did not appeal.
Justice Barnard cited Local Union No. 112 Bakery and Confectionery Workers International Union and the Central Labor Union of DC to show cause why they should not desist from alleged interference with John Bender’s business at 2127 Street NW. Bender says pickets, published notices, and a patronage blacklist harmed his shop after he declared an open shop, with union pressure on employees and customers.
Serious strain in the master builders versus union strikes described as critical. Thomas F. Walsh abandons plans for a large office complex at Fourteenth Street and New York Avenue due to the dispute. Real estate men pin hopes on a board of arbitration to end the conflict and revive construction this year.
Warren Campbell, missing from New York two weeks, is reported in Denver seeking work after waking in Chicago with a through ticket. Lieut Campbell, his brother in the Marine Corps, has advertised for him and says finances have been settled, allowing a safe return home. Campbell is linked to Tompkinsville and the Concrete Steel Company. Rev Alan D Campbell is a noted relative.
Weather data shows temperatures around 72 at night and 70 near dawn with highs near 74 at noon and 58 overnight in downtown readings. Humidity figures and sunshine hours are noted, along with yesterday’s temperatures and city to city comparisons.
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