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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1906
Page
5
Washington's new superintendent takes the oath at an informal reception to meet board members and others. His message “Where Changes Are Necessary Shall Make Them” signals a reform-minded tenure. His personality and leadership approach are described during the event.
Dr WE Chancellor, new superintendent, arrived from Paterson to Washington. He took oath at Franklin School, met Board of Education members, and pledged listening first week. He praised Clark’s support, noted plans to study policies, and aims to elevate Warrington schools as a national model.
The board of education will meet at Franklin School at 2 this afternoon, followed by a 4 o'clock reception where Dr. Chancellor, school officials, teachers, and citizens will have a chance to meet him and his family.
Lightning struck St Matthew's Episcopal Chapel at Halt and M streets southeast at 5 am yesterday, causing minimal roof damage. The bolt crossed nearby residences at 74 Bf street and 75 M street before dissipating. A crowd gathered as janitor Miss Laura Ferguson retained keys and several men searched the interior finding no significant damage to the church or adjacent homes.
Last Saturday two bolts hit the navy wireless station at Cape Henry Virginia, causing its destruction and rendering it useless until repair yesterday. The communications facility was put out of service twice in the same day, prompting Navy Department reports on the incident.
A bright eyed boy claiming to be Henry Fulton of Greensboro North Carolina was arrested last night by Private Mullen at the First precinct charged with passing counterfeit bank checks from the Norfolk Bank for Saving and Trusts. Several filled checks were found on Fulton though he denies any forgery and says he lived in Norfolk for three weeks before coming to Washington. He claims to be sixteen and to reside at 529 North Queen Street Greensboro NC.
President Roosevelt approves the Republican campaign textbook during visitors day at Sagamore Hill in Oyster Bay. Sherman Shonts Bishop Taft Bridges and Longworth join discussions on canal work and the party’s congressional prospects while plans for November Panama inspections unfold.
Oyster Bay Aug 12 A disorderly conduct case against Miss Cage also known as Elizabeth Case centers on a church disturbance during President Roosevelt’s visit. Two doctors report she is mentally incom petent to be at large and a Nassau County court will consider commitment after Mineola proceedings.
A Georgetown drama of real life unfolded as John Perkins twenty three is escorted from jail to visit his dying mother at her home on Thyrty-fifth Street. He knelt by the bed and spoke softly, promising sobriety, while the family watched. the scene ends with doubt that mother and son will meet again.
The will dated June 2 1906 was filed for probate. The widow Margaret Tate is devised the home at 206 G Street Northeast. The estate includes a retired property and Mt Bateman’s heirs are listed with executors. The document notes a widow and heirs with no further contested details.
Detective Berman of the headquarters force calms a wanderer at the station who spoke many languages but struggled to name his destination. After showing a $100 note and deciphering a map, he realizes the man aimed for Washington Pa and arranges a ticket home, noting it was the hardest job he ever tackled.
The adjutant generals of states to send detachments of National Guards for a parade and encampment in October. District forces and veterans to join. Secretary of War and Navy asked for details on all services. Local encampment committee chaired by Capt. B T Cogen with members listed. meeting held at Readquarters in Hotel Regent.
Woodworthrus, a known Washington newspaper man, has resigned from The Post to edit the Jobbers and Stoppers Journal, a new trade publication launched to advance the Greater Washington movement. Clum's recognized ability as a newspaper man is cited as key to the venture's success.
Paris and Chicago report William Jennings Bryan escalates a feud with National Committeeman Roger Sullivan over Democratic leadership. Bryan accuses Dunlap and Thompson of corrupting the party, calls for Sullivan’s resignation, while Sullivan denies any misconduct and defends party unity. Bryan’s letter to Caldwell cites the need to regain party control.
Special Cable Dispatch from The Washington Fest Paris reports William J Bryan praising the Pan American Congress in Rio de Janeiro. He hopes the conference knits closer Western republics and their peoples while commenting on Russia and the upcoming Duma. He dodges questions about a U S presidential bid.
An elderly user of Postum Food Coffee describes eight decades of use to replace coffee for nervousness and dyspepsia. She cites her husband’s shift, steady nerves, improved brain power, and overall health, endorsed by Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan with a note to look for The Road for Westville.
In an interview Bryan says he would need to consult friends before again standing as Democratic representative. He regrets missing M Clemenceau and wished to renew their ten year old familiarity. Clemenceau is not in Paris, visiting the country.
William Ryan of 666 G street northeast reports Hearst will win the New York governor’s race. He recalls stumping with Bryan in 1896 and says Hearst will secure the Independent nomination on September 1 and the Democratic nomination on September 2, with election likely. Ryan names past campaigns in Ohio West Virginia and New York.
Policeman George W McKee was dismissed after being found guilty of accepting hush money from Jake Schapiro a grocer at 720 Barry Place NW On June 21 Schapiro said the officer demanded payment to avoid arrest for an incident involving setting fire to paper in the street The trial board chaired by J F Smith with J A Swindell and G H Williams presiding reported the conduct unbecoming an officer finding McKee guilty on July 14 with no appeal filed and the force severed from him yesterday.
Justice Barnard called Local Union No 112 Bakery and Confectionery Workers and the Central Labor Union of the District of Columbia to show cause why they should not desist from interfering with John Bender’s business at 2127 Street Northwest. Bender, who has declared an open shop, alleges picketing, intimidation of employees, and publication of lists urging customers to withhold patronage, all harming his business and sought court relief to stop ongoing acts.
Serious effects of the labor dispute appear as master builders abandon plans for a large office complex at Fourteenth Street and New York Avenue, citing the strike. Central Labor Union members discuss the strike, while real estate dealers seek a board of arbitration to revive hopes for a busy year.
Warren Campbell, missing from New York, claims no memory of events after leaving the city two weeks ago. He says he is in Denver seeking work, with his brother Lieut Campbell of the Marine Corps tracing him. A letter indicates he woke in Chicago with a through ticket and rockets, while finances have been settled and friends have repaid funds.
Temperature readings throughout the day show 72 at 6am 70 at noon and 72 at maximum with minimum 58. Humidity and sunshine hours noted with last year temperatures 90 and 82. Downtown temperatures recorded at multiple times and temperatures from other cities listed. River bulletin and tides referenced with times and dates.
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