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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1908

Page

6

West Virginia Republicans clash over governor race tickets

Rumor stirs in Clarksburg as regular Republicans oppose the Scherr ticket for governor and demand withdrawals. State Chairman S V Matthews mails letters to Senators Hiking Scott and Congressmen Hubbard Sturgis Hughes Woodyard Gaines seeking their stance on the regular ticket and possible withdrawals. Darst of the Scherr ticket faces inquiry about authorization to run on the Lincoln ticket and may be asked to withdraw if he backs Scherr.

Washington Post Clarksburg W.va United States Messrs. Hubbard Sturgis Woodyard Lincoln Seherr Scherr Congress Matthews Republican State Committee Hiking Scott Hubbard Stureiss Hughes Gaines West Virginia Charleston CW. Swisher S. V. Matthews Darst John Sherman Darst Scherr Committee Lincoln Tcket Mr. Darst

Mixed Names in Virginia Notice Reflects Fragmentary Record

Fragmented OCR lists multiple individuals with ages and locations across Virginia and nearby states, including Prince George County, Ambar, Petersburg, Richmond, and Weedons. The passage mentions Rev Henry and Mary Penix, Jan Lockwoed, Paul A. Lailler, Leontine Petiisson, John M. Cooper, Mae Draeges, Cecelia G Di Forgi, Nikolag Yadelli, Fredericke Payne, Mary Grogan, Irene Rath, D. J. OConner, Lillian Hawkins, and others in an incomplete roll or notice.

Prince George County Ure Henry Mary A. Penix Jan Lockwoed Paul A. Lailler Leontine H. Petiisson John M. Cooper Waters Mae EB Draeges Card Wells Ty Ia Cecelia G. di Forgi Nieholag’ Yadelli Fredericke W. Payne Ambar Mary Grogan Weedons Leed Frederick I. Nash Richmond Irene (. Rath Petersburg Hee D. J. O'Conner Lillian E. Hawkins Ro. Wright

Health Office Record Fragment Names and Ages Across District

A health office record fragment lists multiple individuals with ages and addresses including John Shepters 78 Mites ave ne, Charles W Biases 33m Sts mv, Susie Campbell 784 Xays pi se 9 years, Charles V Johnsia 2174 Ward pl nw 89, Parahontas Washington 152 Francis st se 7 months, and others. The garbled text mentions hospitals and locations such as Einergents' ttaeptal Sraest and Washington city.

John Shepters Mites Ave Charles W. Biases Pears Uevie Subbers Vienne Beidget A Twohr M3 Kost Welle Coenwoor St. Nw Alvin Kent Einergents St. Biv Charles Jehoen Washington Coynars Susie Campbell Xavs Pi Charles V. Johnsia Ward Pl Nw Strakeeter Ith St Parahontas Washinguin Francis St. Se Anctie Burris

Family notices for Catherine, Evelyn Van Allen, and others in Washington

Notices list deaths and funerals in Washington area including Catherine Esel aged seventy from 708 Quincy Street NW Petworth died August 4 and funeral plans. Evelyn Peach Van Allen died at five months and twenty one days with private funeral. John Albert Wise died, funeral from sister's residence 720 Seventh Street NW on August 17. Funeral directors J William Lee, John R Wright Co, Harvey's Sons, Speare, Sardo & Co, Costello, Zorhorst listed with contact details.

ESEL Catherine Charles Finck Quincey Street Petworth Reek Creek van Allen Evelyn Peach van Allen Charles G Guriiyne van Ailen Peach J. William Lee Telephana Ava W. R. Speare F Street N. W Frank Sergeon A. S. Cain A. Costello Fern Chapel P. Zorhorst Pacior Capito St

Miner Killed in Fight at Crescent Boarding House

In Crescent, a mining town near Wheeling, a brawl at A. Toth's boarding house left Anton Koko dead after stabbing Barkish. A. Barkish, initially a principal, died as the melee drew dozens into the fight. Stoko, Andy Kerber, and five others were arrested and the coroner investigated the incident.

Wheeling W. Va A. Toth Crescent Bifteen Andy Kerber

Civil Service For Cities Advocated By Virginia League

The Virginia League of Municipalities met in Norfolk on August 14 with strong calls for civil service in city government. Prof J H Dillard of Tulane urged reform while Norfolk Mayor Famea G Riddick spoke on good government. Officers were elected and fees abolished. the group planned to meet next year in Staunton amid debate over Richmond council criticism.

Washington Post Norfolk Virginia League of Municipalities J.H. Dillard Tulane University New Orleans New Orléans Library Association Civil Service Famea G. Riddick Joseph Grice Portsmouth FP. Shaw Cutchin Roanoke League Navy Yard North Carolina Portsmouth Atlantic Club Ocean View Staunton McCarthy Richmond

Tariff Talks Progress in Paris Between US and France

In Paris on August 14 the American tariff commission led by James B. Reynolds meets French officials to finalize views on existing laws and a possible future treaty. Both sides hear businessmen as they seek tariff concessions, easing restrictions on American cattle and meat, and adjustments to French customs procedures. The talks also cover U S food laws and export rules for flour and high priced manufactures like porcelain lace and silk.

Paris Tari Somminesion James B. Reynolds the Treasury America France United States

Roanoke Holds Off Lynchburg in Tight Race

Roanoke wins against Lynchburg 9 to 6 in an early inning burst, led by second baseman McGhee’s sharp defense and timely hits. The game featured Roanoke’s strong start, late bursts by Lynchburg, and solid pitching from Morrissey with key hits from Wessler and Painter.

Washington Roanoke Lynchburg McGhee Lyrachburg Ratter Morrisey Westlake Istawart Wotals King Wessler Painter Shuman Kirkpatrick Maley Wossler Irk Hee Fiy Morrissey Moses Wis Tyncourg niteher—Lohr Kco Henneger

Chief Goods Lifts Disorderly Man Like a Child

Charles Dean faced disorderly conduct and abusive language charges in police court after arguing with Alexandria Police Chief Goods. The chief, arriving to calm the situation, reportedly lifted Dean and carried him to a cell as a parent would a child. Dean posted $10 collateral. he weighs about 170 pounds, while the chief is substantially heavier.

Washington Post Burma King Street Mexendix Goods Alexandria Charles Dean Beach Dean Hoy

Suspicious Visitor Flees From King & Son Store

A man loitered near Charles King & Son wholesale grocery on Northwee Street Alexandria and sealed a fence when approached. Police could not locate the intruder amid an attempted safe break in the counting room two weeks earlier.

Charles King & Son Northwee Street Alexandra Frank T. King King Police’ Department Garvey and Sherwood King & Son

No Bail for Cashier as New Charges Loom in Bank Wreck

Examiner folds will bring new charges to keep him in Pittsburg city. Aug 4. Abitorts of friends of William Montgomery charged with wrecking the Allegheny National Bank. Wreck details unclear but authorities pursue further action.

Folds Pittsburg Abitorts ‘of Friends of Wiliam “Montgomery Allegheny - National “Bank

Bank fraud case prompts grand jury in October

National Bank Examiner William L. Folds reports the bank’s condition led to the arrest and will present evidence to the Federal grand jury meeting October 4. Baliff Montgomery is held at 100000 bond. Folds cautions that further information will be filed if surety can be provided.

National Bank William L. Folds Baliff Montgomery Folds Federal Grand Jury Lontgomery Slence

New York Man Held in Mail Robbery Case

Amos Nolan was arrested in New York on charges of stealing from the mails. Bundles held eighteen five dollar bills and many packages addressed to others. A Floyd West Virginia connection emerged with a cash deposit slip and jewelry found. Nolan waived examination and was detained in $3,000 bail. He was reported to own property in Floyd, Virginia.

New York Amos Nolan Federat Sarly Floyd Company Bank Floyd W. Va G. Nolan United States Shields

Freed After Five Trials Virginia School Teacher

John Richards, a Floyd County teacher, was found not guilty after five trials for the murder of rival in love Maurice K. Francis. The jury returned the verdict after half an hour, Richards had spent three years in jail. The case drew on anxiety with prior hung juries and a Supreme Court remand for a new trial. Francis was accompanied by Gracie Link, who heard his final words, and Richards faced resistance from authorities due to fears of lynching if he left jail.

Washington Post Roanoke John Richards Maurice K. Francis Floyd Court House Richards Floyd County Francis Gracie Link Sears Henry EL. Francis Roanoke Blues Miliary Company Floyd

Unitarian Preacher Stirs Nebraska Chautauqua

A Chautauqua speech in Nebraska inflames a factional clash as Methodist leaders and Republicans oppose Taft over Unitarian beliefs. George H. Tobey confirms an organized, not sectional, effort to defeat Taft. Bryan tariff and trust speeches nearing completion as Hall funds drive supports Bryan across the state. A boy’s quip ends a Philadelphia Herald piece.

TherFaskington Lincolin Nebr Nebraska Epworth League Cautauqua George HB. Tobey Association Tobey Burkett Pgs Bryay Taft Bryan Des Moines Indianapolis Ohio New York Conners National Executive Committee Hall

Vogt and Vogt dispute over assignment powers in Equity Court

In Equity Court No 1 Douglas District of Columbia a list of cases includes Vogt vs Vogt with Osear G Vogt authorized to accept assignment and trustees to invest funds, along with multiple other matters such as appearance orders, guardian ad litem appointments, and various probate and real estate actions. Judge Barnard oversees, with numerous solicitors named for each party and case.

Supreme Court District of Columbia Equity Court No Jugtes Barnard Vogt Macdaniel Walker Irving Williamson Cooper Rutledge Willson Arthur Feter J. Paul’ Barnest Morresetty Dickinson GW. Drew W. . Ambrose Thomas Ve. Cullinan M. J Browning W. B Rogers & Mattingly W. P. Finney Fardew Wilson Cull & Cull Justles Barnard Abraham Rawles George Rawles Bod. HO James M. Dundy William S. Crowdy Campbell Carrington Arthur ‘Worthington Atlowsnee W. A. Pinchback Wiliam Sweeney Daniel Ade A. H. Bell B. Sayhes Anate P. Fatwary

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