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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1908

Page

10

Remarkable emergency operation saves boy then fails

A dramatic hospital event recounts Dr. Harris W. White reviving John Alvin Dent with chloroform in a desperate heart massage after an operation on a knee turned fatal by blood poison. The boy survived three days before dying as infection spread, with tests planned to assess if similar resuscitations are possible.

Dr. White Thn Laard States Weelan Ul Hearis W. White Malis Whirs Anise Fortes

Girl Robbed 25 West Side Homes

A young woman accused of robbing about 50 in valuables from 25 West Side homes over a period of months. Authorities say she entered by posing as a trusted servant, earning householders' trust, then stealing jewelry and other items when residents were away, prompting fear among residents.

Peora New York West Side Yost St Montis Cary

Rear Admiral Drake Better After Hospital Stay

Rear Admiral Trike has been pronounced cured of an intestinal ailment after hospitalization at Johns Hopkins since July 6. He and his wife will leave Baltimore tomorrow at noon for Delaware Walter Gap to spend about nine months. The report comes as Congressmen Carter Glass enters the gubernatorial race, planning a full campaign across the state.

Washington Baltimore Trike Johns Hopkins Hospital Tor Ws Drake Delaware Walter Gap

Governor Charges Libel in Oklahoma City Editor Arrest Warrant

Oklahoma City editor Omer Benedict of the Times faces a new warrant for criminal libel sworn by Gov. Haskel at Guthrie. Benedict volunteered to go for surrender and bond after being arrested previously on the same charge. The libel stemmed from an editorial accusing the governor of involvement in the Oklahoma Central Railway receivership.

Oklahoma Oklahoma City Okla Omer KK Benedict Oklahoma City Times Hasketl Guthrie Gov. Haskel Oklahoma Central Railway Bend

Officers to Rank by Age in Porto Rico Regiment

President Roosevelts recommissioning of the Porto Rico regiment officers sets ranking by age. Long-serving officers may be placed lower than older but less experienced peers, as the permanent regiment law did not specify a commissioning method.

San Juan Porto Rico Roosevelt

Guatemalan Plot Aims at Honduras Presidential Change

Guatemala's Estrada Cabrera allegedly plotted to install Gen Ramon Morales in Honduras with proclamations signed in Belize to win Manuel Bonilla followers. Morales warned by American minister not to invade. Belize and San Salvador tensions cited. U.S. and Mexico demand neutrality. Authorities report disbanded insurgents captured, atrocities warned. Ortiz and Cannon likely to be shot. Women accused of aiding rebels face punishment. Honduras constitution allows women to vote and possibly become president.

Mobile Manuel Bonilla Morales Honduras Puerto Cortez Ameble Ale Guatemala City Harold Estrada Cabrera Guatemala Ramon Morales Belize Emnuel Bonilla Cabrera Bonilla Quatemala Ton Lures Henke Morales Morales Tranter Christmas St Geo. Lee Christmas Puerto Cor'2z Catargo Court Wdt Nica- Tigua Mexico United States Love Taveiners Cuatemala Mairly Sener Mindentec Aly Menduras Salvator Banigol Ortiz Choluteca Servio de Hole Teguangalpa Amerian Geroy Cantom San Miguel Salvador Tegueigalpa Orean Comngr Cannon el Momiter el Monitor Aldune

Close Vote on Gompers Indorses Labor Leader Policy

The New Jersey State Federation of Labor adopted by a close vote a resolution endorsing Samuel Gompers at the session in Trenton. An attempted Bryan endorsement was blocked by a political resolution. Delegates also backed a mild reform of Bishops law banning Sunday liquor sales and set Atlantic City as next year’s meeting site.

Trenton N. J Atlantic City

Keeper at Zoo Bit by Diamond Rattler Fights for Life

Rodney Rose, keeper at the Zoo, was bitten on the left middle finger by a diamond rattlesnake. He describes hours of agony, says he will recover, and plans to resume duties. Doctors administer antitoxin and strychnine as his condition remains critical, with fear of venom spreading through his system.

Rodney Rose Rose Ayail Sam Zoo Yost William Carr Insife The Fand Carr New York Miller Australia

SAILING PARTY MISSING AT LAKE WINNIPEG

Great anxiety grips Winnipeg Manitoba as three well known youths vanish after sailing from Winnipeg Beach to Whytewold Beach four miles away. A squall drove their craft into Lake Winnipeg and their fate remains unknown. the missing are Edith Turnock, D Mfora, and F Lambert.

Winnipeg Manitoba Winnipeg Beach Whytewold Beach Lake Winnipeg Edith Turnock M - Fora Lambert

Dynamite Fails to Go Off at Exchange Hotel

An explosion attempt at the Exchange Hotel on Railroad Avenue near Himira New Jersey wrecked a room and left six unexploded sticks in an adjacent room. No injuries occurred as the building suffered a large hole. Hotel proprietor Andrew Von Hendy is held on suspicion in connection with the case.

Himira N. J Exchange Hotel Railroad Avenue Andrew von Hendy

Dies From 7 Year Old Hurt In Football Scrimmage

James M. Lee, 25, a newspaper man from East St. Louis, died in Los Angeles of injuries from a football scrimmage seven years earlier. Playing center for East St. Louis High School, his ribs loosened and damaged lung tissue. He had sought health in Colorado and Arizona before coming to Los Angeles.

Los Angeles James M. Lee East St. Louis Lee Colorado Arizona

Death Penalty Question Looms in Adams Bigamy Case

William M. Adams faces bigamy charges in Baltimore and may be tried under a King James era law offering the death penalty. Deputy State's Attorney Raymond Williams unearthed the antiquated statute, prompting questions about where the trial should occur and whether the death sentence could stand.

Baltimore William M. Adams Raymond Williams Williams Adams Willams Jennie I. McNashy Ellicott City Howard County Annie C. Horan Baltimore City Alvey Maryland Court of Appeals Barber Maryland

Rage War Warps to a Calm in Springfield Mines Stay Quiet

Springfield Aug 18 authorities report the rage war deescalating as Gov Densen orders First Infantry Chicago to return. White miners and black miners at Woodside and Tuxhorn mines refuse to work together while a special grand jury probes riot cases and intimidation. A business meeting at the Chamber of Commerce endorses law and order and calls for equal protection. Militia patrols remain on standby as a grand jury considers assault charges and the shot mob death of Frank Delmore.

Springfield Densen Chicago Tuxhorn Woodside Springfeld Deneen Chamber of Commerce H. A. Hall E. J. Chapin Young North Eighth Street Wells Grand Jury Grand A Jury Creighton Aston FE. L. Chapin Business Men’s Asaociation Karl Hallam George Richardson Hallam George Richardson Lfe National Guard Gov. Deneen Hatchan Felt Sa

No Post Cards Of Lynchings In Hopkinsville Views

Souvenir collectors of postal cards will be forced to fill their albums with other views than lynching scenes as directed by the Post Office Department. Postmaster Breathitt announced that cards mailed from Hopkinsville and other towns showing four Negroes lynched at Russellville on August 1 should not pass through federal channels. The gruesome four bodies hung from a tree were genuine reproductions and will be blocked from distribution.

Hopkinsville Postofice Washington Breathitt Russellville Uncle Sam

Bark Good News Safe From Pacific Passage

The bark Good News sailed from Wilmington on January 19 bound for Tacoma Washington and passed Cape Flattery last night in tow. The foremast is missing and the ship loaded with powder. It was six weeks overdue and feared lost with all hands. Commanded by Captain Erikson the crew consisted of fifteen men.

Philadelphia Park Good News Wilmington Del Tacoma Wash Cape Flattery Puget Sound Cant, Erikson Carries

Press cries Stop Thief in awakening public conscience

In St Paul on August 18 National Wa itorial Association president H B Warner delivered the annual address. He defended the press against corruption charges and credited newspapers with awakening public conscience. Varner attacked the paper trust, calling it a murderer and criticizing its pricing practices.

St. Paul National Waitorial Association H. B. Warner Varner Paper Trust

Evans a Hero Still Fighting Bob to Death

Evans, hailed as a great sea dog, says emergency rise tests him yet he will give all he has. The President lauds his service in gratitude to Evans and his sea companions while Evans laments missing a trip to Japan where he has many friends.

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Evans on Patriotism in War Duty

The speaker declares deep love for the flag and willingness to endure immense suffering again for country. He states he would live his life anew despite past wounds, and would return to active service if emergencies arise, offering all that remains for the nation.

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