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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1919

Page

8

Negro Suspect Cummings Searched in Peters Murder Case

Garrison believes George Cummings of Washington and Arundel County is the leading suspect in the Peters murder near Jericho Park. Deputies and local men traced a bloodied path through marsh and woods from Colesville toward Bowie while interviewing neighbors and tracking a possible escape through Hyattsville and Baltimore. The case hinges on a nighttime attack on Miss Peters and the motive, with investigators facing heavy swamp hazards and limited evidence.

Ikheemen George Peters Jerigke Fark Katherine Seni Thomas Vo Gareisen Puinee Yeomges George Comminss Washington Arundel Cesuty Patera Hepe Garrison Cummings Williams Montgomery County Colesville Peters Miss Peters Bere Inepewue Bowe John Mickie Penninsylvar Batiwere George Cumminge Mickel Lare Jericho Park Bowie Baltimore Murier Sand Michel Gerrison Misa Peters Lorton Retory

Quicker Action Urged On War Cost Reductions In Congress

New Jersey mayors told the House agricultural committee action is needed now to lower living costs. Senators Walsh and others urged faster congressionally driven measures to cap prices. Clothing costs, imports, and sugar and cotton pricing were debated as measures to curb inflation and reduce millions in indebtedness.

Congress Senate Walsh Wilsens Jersey Cities House Agricultural Committee Congresa A& S House Federal ‘Trade Commission Siegel New York Pitagerak Massachusetts Rtaad Interstate Commerce Committee Huddleston Alabama Representative Good Iowa United States Germany

Chateau Thier Heroes Arrive Home From War

The Ninth machine gun battalion, motorized, first to reach the Marne in July 1918, defended Chateau Whierry bridges for 24 hours until reinforcements came. The Alamempnon carried home the first of the Third division from Brest. The division, led by Maj. Gen. Joseph T. Dickman, served in every major American engagement and included part of the Thirty-eighth Infantry, famed as rock of the Marne, with French and American troops.

New York Marne Chateau Whierry Alamempnon Brest Joseph T. Dickman Rock of the Ocom

Open covenants at White House conference may trail in news

Newspaper correspondents push for full access to the Wilson Senate foreign relations conference on the League of Nations. Pressmen seek stenographic reports at set rates, arguing no barrier should prevent public access to pivotal talks.

White House League of Nations Up Whate House Wilson Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Washington Senator Lodge Senate Committee of Foreign Relations Berst Jthe Etenakrabi Senate Asis Griffith I. Johnson Lodge Johnson Lic Mien 18 Aince Gun J. Karger Cincinnati Times-star

Huns Form Police Into Army Units

Coblenz Aug 16. American authorities report militarization of German police beginning in Cassel where police were organized on military lines and equipped with helmets and rifles. Prussia plans a state police force in garrisons under Interior, beyond treaty limits, prompting hope Allies will be reasonable.

Coblenz Associated Press Cassel Germany Gschutsmannechsfit Prussia Thase

Vanderbilt Wife Seeks Absolute Divorce in New York Suit

Reginald C Vanderbilt faces divorce action filed by his wife in Newport county superior court. She cites desertion for five years and seeks custody of their daughter Cathleen Vanderbilt with no alimony. Case set for return day September 1. Mrs Vanderbilt formerly Miss Nielsen of Massachusetts and sister to Mrs Hollis Hunnewell.

Universal Service New York Reginald C Vanderbilt Panera Vanderbilt Portsmouth Newport Bellevue Avenue Mise Cathleen Vanderbilt Miss Nielsen Frederick Nielsen Slater Hollis H. Hunneaweell Wellesley Mass Jules L. Nieton Frederick Gobhard

Constantine King of Greece Says He Aims to Return

A London Timer cable dispatch reports Constantine former King of Greece plans to return to Greece soon. He blames exile for his royal regime’s troubles and outlines expectations to restore influence, criticizing removal and seeking restoration of the throne.

London Washington The Public Ledger Co Rotterdam Tategraat St. Marits Constantine Greece Ailan Thema Venizelos

HUNS SEEK NEW LANDS WORKERS WILL SHUN RUSSIA

Berlin reports Germany plans to channel emigration through the Reichswanderamt with Argentina and Japan viewed as favorable homes for German emigrants. Russia is not being considered for wholesale emigration, while skilled workers may relocate there despite general reluctance among German workers to move east.

Department of the State Reichswanderamt Waas Japan Argentina Russia Tate Rugala Germany

Moslems in London Defend Allenby's Syrian Conquest

Moslems in London rally at Camp Hill Road mass meeting to denounce Premier Lloyd George’s handling of Gen. Allenby in Syria. Attendees pass a resolution defending Allied campaign actions amid war uncertainty. Rain delays events in Newton Mass notes hinge on weather.

London Allenby London ‘Times Washington Post Lediguy Co Camp den Hill Road Aya George Alisaby Palestina Mostem Newton Mass Lenawood Aeicket Club Courta Neustbie

Wimbledon Trophy Rifle Match Dominates Caldwell Shooting

J W Hassion of the New York Athletic Club won the long range Wimbledon trophy event at Caldwell New Jersey shooting 99 of 106 with 14 tied for first. The Presidents match began with fourteen tied for first as the district and Connecticut teams vie for the title amid strong scores and a gold medal promise.

Associated Press Caldwell J. W. Hassion New York Athletic Club Bezsgion Princess Louise Queen Victoria Whabledon England Hegston Tan Fourtesn Honace Arnett U. Te Cc Gonmoandel Stewart Beret M. W. Durham P. Raymond Connecticut Lieut Hall Massachusetts Rife Q. A. Bimmerman Sergt P. Dowling N.C W. A. Lee United States Warrington Post Navy Rife Range District of Columbia W. H Richard A. P. Lane J. W Hesaion MH. A Baylia P. A. Raymond C. W. Harrison Theas Baylis Stokes Mepey Tesme District of Columbis Walter FR H. C. Raepey A. M Morgan Newcomb Robert M. Morris G. B Cornwall F Chisholm Ralph H. McGarity B. J Cesaelman George KR Campbell William Cook M H. Stow

Washington team readies for civilian matches at Camp Perry

The Washington District National Guard led by Maj Hols aims for top Newton at the national civilian matches. The 17 member squad includes Maj Frank W Holt, Sgt Charles W Moore, Sgt Joseph H Robertson, Sgt Henry H Lelear, Sgt Paul F Nielson, and others. Sixty seven teams compete in the state match with 47 civilian squads in earlier events.

Cntral High School Temim Ordnance Rite Club Wyoming Camp Perry Oalo Washington District of Columbia Crack Marine Maj Hols Aaventesen Frank W. Holt Patent Office Distriot National Guard Haa Charles W Top Harry E. Burton Cornelius EH. Murphy Alvin T. Bowers William L. Hurley James R. Samazon Arnett Corpse Jonat C. Jensen John F. Roberta A McClean Henry Fm TEIPR

Stored Meats Not Hoarded and Sage Packer Statement

A public statement from Sage Packer for Swift & Co asserts meats in storage are not hoarded. It explains meat is seasonal like crops, with surplus in some months and shortages in others. Cold storage during oversupply ensures a steady daily 68,000,000 pounds for consumers throughout the year.

Sage Packer Swift & Co

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