Beckwith case shields NC railroad from penalties
The court ruled that a penalty suit against the North Carolina Railway can be prevented even though the railroad was not a party to the original action. Justice Pritchard’s decision upheld the defense, limiting liability while preserving key legal principles in this regional case. The ruling concerns the broader implications for method and scope of suits involving rail entities and related parties.
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North Carolina Railway
Southern Raumad
Board Meeting Disrupted At Corporation Venue
A heated session at the corporation board room led to a contentious meeting with delegates from multiple groups. Tangled discussions centered on anticipated rate changes and the overall influence of proposed hikes on member firms. The gathering concluded without a clear resolution as tensions rose among attendees.
Virginia obituary notes age and family connections
Fragmentary obituary notice records the death of Mrs Sorcha aged sixty, with mentions of surviving spouse and children. Additional lines refer to a Mr Henry Berk, a veteran farmer, and a Miss Julie Sietl, with scattered locations and ages. Overall the text presents unordered obituary fragments from a historical newspaper page.
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Tor
Sorcha
Mieke del
Wisning
Autoist Enrages Collins in Court Over License and Speed
Two men face charges after a Glen Echo court appearance. Charles Martin and a Knox Rite Co representative, charged with not displaying license numbers on front and rear plates, argued at Justice Robertson's seat. The speed allegation prompted tense exchanges before the case was adjourned. authorities dispute whether Condula Road is a public highway under federal control.
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Washinston
Charlen
Martin
Knox Rite Company
Springwein
Shentt Ghia
Justice
Ne the Peace
Kolart
Cole
Astoma
Collins
Hin Heele
Ben
Martn
Ldnarl
Peter
Marn
Dela
United States
Robert EB
Robertson
Ieathar
Trederick I
Washington
Jupiter
Ponca Robertson
Heis
Conauie
Sui
Colling
Hig Automobile
Marylind
Rome
Emeet
Dia
Engagement of Tyler to Gilmer Vect announced in Virginia
An engagement announced from Wethanburg Virginia on August 13 links Miss Gilmer Tyler daughter of Dr and Mrs Lyon G Tyler with Alfred Vert Wiles a naval officer aboard the battle ship Kentucky. Wiles is a descendant of John Tyler’s line and a grandson of a former Navy Secretary. The couple plans a fall wedding before Kentucky’s call to duty.
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Stefal
Neaamsien
Witansburg
Wek
Mi Gabeth
Gilmer Tyler
Mra Lyon G Tyler
Alfred Vert
Kentucky
Aus Tyler
Preat
John Tyler
Thomsa Gilmore
Mitapman Wiles
Trent Charles R Miles
Naval Academy
Roosevelt
Old Teacher Greenwell Dies After Public Service Career
Willem H Greenwell longtime Alexandria educator and public servant died at home on North Washington Street. He studied at St Johns Academy, ran Alexandria Academy, and began public service in 1964, later serving as clerk of courts and repeatedly re elected until his death. He was about sixty, survived by a widow and two daughters, with his passing reported as sudden and unexpected.
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Rabve
St. John’s Academy
Furst
Publo Service
Swinston Post Bureau
Treat
Alexandria
Willem H Greenwell
Bidext
Aineandria
North
Washington Street
Mia
Robert F Downham
Mins Lottia Greenwell
Greenwell
Phyal
Oon
St Johns Academy
Alexandria Academy
John Beach
Julia Scrivener
Scrivener
Frank
Hollermaker
Washington Navy Yard
North Pitt Street
Tnres Pona
Cruelty Denounced as City Dog Executions Stir Indignation
In Alexandria, public anger rose after reports that dogs were killed by a city official using brutal methods at the jail yard. Warden Candler condemned the executions, while residents including Mrs Annie M Pelton and Frank Tatham voiced horror at the inhumane disposal of canines.
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Alexandra
Thin City
Joehia Sherwood
Wiliam 1 Candler
Jaf
Sergi Cox
Alexandria
Annie M Pelton
Julius Pelton
Africa
Paira
Moncure Denies Candidacy for Circuit Judge Seat
Moncure of Auxacdria County denies any pursuit of the vacant Circuit Court judgeship following Judge C E Nicol’s resignation. He states there is no basis for speculation of him as an aspirant and will not seek appointment or run before the legislature.
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RC G Moncure
Auxacdria
Circuit Saage
C E Nicol
Tam
Circuit Court
Tai
Nionis
Onancock Race Riots Heighten Eastern Shore Tensions
News from Onancock and nearby towns detail a race clash that prompted state troops, local militiamen, and sheriff deputies to monitor the area. Gov Swanson ordered precautionary measures, with forces arriving from Norfolk and Cape Charles to keep the peace as quiet returns. Additional items mention local property sales, revenue commissioners, and an industrial accident in Hagerstown, Maryland.
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Onancock
Tanley
Gov Swanson
Jamestown
Warklasson Pont ‘Onancock
Onancogk
Phyaluian Moona
Onley
Grace
Pacomake City
Virginia State
Norfolk Va
Norfolk
Accomat County
Maury
Massachusetts
Boston
Gannoack
Wright Cater
Vaughan
Nottingham
Seventy First Virginia Regiment
Norfalk
Wahoclock
Goventy
Virginia
Jackson Light Infantry
Goutnant
Liext
Cape Charlee
Penasylvania
Tsamm
Gas Overcomes Two Men Digging In Stockholm Street
Gas escape suffocated two workers digging a trench on Stockholm street near Ridgely. Colleagues and neighbors pulled them from the deep trench and ran to alert others. August Swope and I L Rietl were taken to University Hospital.
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Baltiore
Stockholm Street
Consulant 1 Gas Company
I Gas Asnhyztalun
Proenpe Artinn
Iker
Univeristy
August Swope
Oliver Street
I L Rietl
Clinton Street
Tiegaa
Roaring meteor seen over wide area last night
An immense meteor passed over the region last night with a loud roar and a hall of fire surrounded by colors. A broad tail of flame and sparks stretched across the sky as it disappeared. Strong impact caused shaken households and rattled dishes. Sightings were reported at Cadi sixteen miles away and Sisters Side forty five miles away. Reading was illuminated by its light.
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Cadi
Sisters Side
Woodstock election settles by one vote in Shenandoah County
In Woodstock the local election result earned a slim 1 vote majority amid a tied standing. The town remains notable as the sole location in Shenandoah County with balloons reported in the area.
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Woodstock
Shenandoah County
Patriotic Sons Adjourn Royal Wellington Meeting
The Patriot Order of Sons of America met in Wellington. Officers elected included Rev A B Wood as president, Harry G Connor and Herman W Frame as key officers, with officers from Baltimore Elkton Rock Hall Perryville and Chestertown. Representatives chosen to attend the national camp in Richmond September 17. Nomination for next state camp location discussed with Hancock Baltimore and Frederick in contention. Haynock led and appears likely to be chosen.
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Souota
Wellington PO
Annapalis Md
The
Patriotic Order of Sons of Amnertes
A B Wood
Winfield Lee
Harry G Connor
Baltimore
Herman
Frame
Alexander E Miller
Elkton
Roh Shipley
Gist
McEldridge
Boyer
Rock Hall
Otto Danneburg
John M. Rochester
Chestertown
Fiood Lindsay
Perryville
Tyes
Richmond
Roger
Taneytown
Candler
Finlitmore
Pentee
Arlington
Cain
Warwick I
Henry Backer
Baltimora
John C Davis
Chester Town
Hancock
Frederick
Haynock
Washington Post Jamestown Party Ends Tonight
Members form the Washington Post Jamestown Club to keep alive memories of the ten day party to the Jamestown Exposition. The group sailed August 9 from Washington and will return tonight aboard the jamestown steamer, recalling exhibits, tricks, and historical displays enjoyed at the fair.
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Washington Post
Jementown Exposition
Magic City
Norfolk
Seventh Street
Post
Mouster
Werrimane
Paul Reveres
Adiea
Washington Pout Jamestown Club
Pamic
Baby Born In Saloon On Train Route
A pregnant traveler from Philadelphia to Norfolk gave birth in a saloon doorway near the Chesapeake and Ohio Main Street station after entering an open door. The newborns were two healthy boys. The mother was moved to City Home, where she is reported in encouraging condition. The husband in Philadelphia has been notified.
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Richmond
Philadelphus
Norfolk
Traina
Chesapeake and Ohio
Atraet Station
Amarbutanes
Philadelphia
Fleeing thief slain in Williamsport store raid
Riots of fear sweep Williamsport Maryland as a burglar attempting to rob Harry Bloomberg’s shop is shot and killed by pursuing residents. A man identified as Kreps died from shotgun wounds after fleeing through town amid a volley of shots. Citizens call for a formal investigation while authorities prepare a grand jury inquiry.
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Williamsport
Amory
Horan Kreps
Tixene
Wahugh Hotel
H Gaither
Atore
Forst
Sats Sorhebody
Kreps
Terepd
Fetta Brothers
Delvert
Attorner
Davoner
Mimmonad
Teetinany
Alrieanes
Spooks Haunt Brown Street As Mystery Grips Neighborhood
Police report unusual disturbances described as a haunting by unseen forces centered on Spike Hampton’s former home on Brown Street. Residents, including several families, fear spirits have returned to terrorize the area and prompt calls for official action.
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Spike” Hampton
L Anc
Watteda
Seenin
Schneiders
Miles
Suveral
Spike Hampton
Ciely
Soite
Rouile
Shoals
Mob frees prisoner from Samm City jail riot
A mob broke into the Samm city jail freeing two prisoners and injuring Chief Joel Randolph. They overpowered guards, restrained Randolph, and handed his mace to Bert Pearce who assaulted him. Officer Tucker was threatened as warrants are issued and the incident awaits the next grand jury report.
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Wheeling
Samm
Bern
Joel Randolph
Bert Peates
Andy
Randolph
the Daily
Pearce
Tucker
The View of It From Yhe Wom Bishop Goodman
A fragmented note questions Sunday school access in Africa urging action. It hints at charitable effort and yks words about tiles and territory, then references Gliese and an ecstatic union. The text shows garbled names and places, with no clear event or outcome.
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Yhe Wom
Goodman
Africa
Tertiory
Gliese Fin Ecstatic Union
Afric
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Autoist Enrages
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Department of Virginia
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