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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1907

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10

Swanson Defended as Exposition Costs Highlight Debate

James E Clem ents argues that since the Jamestown Exposition Governor has many duties, including covering the cost of keeping Swanson in jail. He cites press reports in Washington and Virginia about Wright’s confinement and the high per month prisoner costs. The defense contends there is no ground for Swanson’s accusations, urging remembrance of the event and public duties surrounding the exposition.

James E Clements Bym Wagnatoy Post Tureau Jim Jife Mires Daya

Victim of Shooting Dies in Wilson County

Fragments recount a fatal shooting at a Mabry house in Wilson with Nora Mabry and Turner relations. Howard Tohnemann is named in the assault that left several injured. a Johnson, Tenn area suspect, and a Mrs Davies are mentioned in court actions and names of victims and associates appear amid chaotic text.

Wilson NC Nora Mabry Turner Nhe Howard Tohnemann Ay Noon Wilson Sanitarium Tim Sis Ells Kista Sonnson Mabry House Fmitatm CIA Johnson

Verdict finds four railway officials negligent in Auburn wreck

Raleigh coroner's jury days Aug 19 ruled that freight engineer Rippey and Conductor Oakley were grossly negligent for not following orders to meet the freight in the Auburn collision that killed two men. Also faulted are BR Ketchum and Victor Parvin for not using the train order system. Southern Railway blamed for enforcement lapses on the Durham division.

Raleigh Wake County Southern Railway Auburn Sr Shedts Rippey Oakley BR Ketchum Victor Parvin Duey Ais Ashburn

Bite Rage Sparks Elks Hotel Flight in West Virginia

In Elking West Virginia Aug 12 Cherley Harr proprietor of the Hotel Gasway faces fugitive status after a confrontation with James Burns former steward. Harr attacked Burns at a barber shop biting off part of his ear amid ongoing bad blood since Burns resigned months ago. Harr disappeared as police swarmed the hotel seeking him.

Elks Hotel Spestal Elking W Va Cherley Harr James Burns Burne Hart Burns J Harr

Two Fall Twenty Feet In Elevator Hole

Special to The Washington son Spencer NC Aug 18 Linton Wray traveling salesman Chicago in dangerous condition after falling through elevator hole at a Spencer livery stable Saturday night Jomea S Wray brother also injured in the same incident but out of danger The brothers were said to be disputing in the garret when a missed shell amid a fight caused the fall Both men unconscious for about an hour Linton Wray sustained internal injuries and is in critical condition

Washington Spencer NC Linton Wray Chicago Hisother J L .Wray Spencer Jomea S Wray

Train strikes hand car in Virginia. rider dies

In Henry County near Wallers, a Norfolk and Western train struck a hand car carrying three men eight miles from Martinsville. One occupant died, two others jumped to safety, and a passenger named Edwards reportedly resided in the county. The incident occurred in the afternoon as the men, workers headed to camp, operated the hand car.

Warrenton Danville Nawarde Norfalk Wariissie Henry Counts Martinsville Edwards Henry County Wallera

Lawyer Seeks Rehearing After Embezzlement Sentence

Thomas M Fields and Washington lawyer serving ten years for embezzlement petitions for writ of habeas corpus. Judge Dayton denied. Fields will apply for a rehearing and seek to appear in court to conduct his own case. If rehearing denied, an appeal to the Supreme Court is planned.

Speriat Wheeling Thomas M ‘Elds Washington Dayton Taltedt States District Court Supreme Court

Thornton Chosen In Appointment Evening Rumors

The Washington Post reports Swanson is a candidate for Congress with Swanson noted as a possible judge nominee. The scene includes mentions of Jon Witom and Jon Johnson, with Alex L tied to a Rovermer ally. The article notes Swanson leading in early speculation and political allies shaping the appointment rumor.

Swanson Judea Chries Bicolz Drewt Thormty Jon Witom Jonnson Alex

Wanted in Alexandria Ford Warington Charged with Murder

Alexandria police issued a notice for Ford Warington who is charged with murder and fled to Baltimore. The alert lists a description and last known address on Laylt street and warns residents to report sightings to local authorities. The fragmentary text mentions a tutor, Richard Pines, and a suspect described as a negro, with unclear details about district or timing.

Y Ford Warington Baltimore Richard Bashing Dick Pines Laylt Atreet Sosterdas Pyre Senults Omler Woran Weenington Alexandria Ryling Lar

Brakeman Killed in West Virginia Rails Accident

Washington Post reports a Western railroad brakeman, aged thirty six, died after being struck by a passenger train near Roanoke. He left a wife and five children in Prince Edward County. The incident occurred as voters in Garrett County convene to discuss prohibitionist measures and elect delegates to a state convention in September.

Roanoke Specis J Baldwin Manning Prince Edward County

Alleged incendiary suspect arrested in mill fire case

Amherst County authorities detain R. Peter field on a charge of maliciously setting the Waluki mill blaze that destroyed the plant and caused about $10,000 in damage. The fire, reported in Danville area, left Fairfield employed by Vaile and led to an arrest warrant after witnesses identified the suspect. He will be transported to Amherst County to answer to the charge.

Danville Sandal Weslington Denville R. Peter Fleld Amherst County Petlara Q G Batley Waluki Vaile Ly Amotret

Hotel clerk held after shooting policeman in Virginia

James W. Jack, a hotel clerk, was held for the September grand jury after allegedly shooting Patrolman Lewin Less through the right lung. Jack, in Memorial Hospital under care, had previously been attacked by Charles Han, a barber. No bail application filed.

Barbington Winchester James W. Jack Lewin Fry Leng Charles Han Jack Legg Memorial Hospital

Tragedy Reported in County Rail Accident

Edward Wyant, son of DN Want of Shenandoah County, died yesterday from injuries after falling from a freight train on the Norfolk and Western Railway near Stanleyton. He was about twenty four years old and was seriously wounded in the fall as described in the damaged notice.

Sweetel Edward Wyant Shenandoah Norfolk and Western

Daley Outlines Rail Cost Causes in North Carolina Rates

John M. Daley superintendent of transportation for the Illinois Central Railroad testifies before Judge Montgomery on railroad costs and rate law constitutionality. He says competition drives gate prices, notes long-haul costs, and explains car building, repairs, crews, engines, and end-of-run interchange. Beymer of Georgia argues profit margins, while witnesses discuss interstate shares and state handling costs as hearings continue in New York and prepare to adjourn to Washington.

New York John M. Daley Milnois ‘Central Railroad Montgomery North Carolina Daley Justice Histe North ‘Carolina Costa of Transportation Deley Southern Railway Southern Raiway Derey Interstate Beymer Central Af Georgis Richard B .Taylor Mobile and Obie Rattroad Ritroad Cis Wil Washington Couhnel Robert B Glenn Corsutt Toma Stata Ausonies

Incendiary Fire Destroys Charlestown Home

In Charlestown on Aug 19 a residence owned by J Murphy was burned by an incendiary. A man appeared in the basement, a struggle ensued, and a revolver shot wounded the intruder as he fled. Investigators found barrels and soaked lighting fuel, with the fire threatening nearby estates linked to the late Frank Stosittan.

Charlestown W Va J Murphy Ing Manander Wasiington Estates Frank 3 Stosittan

Accident injures 16 year old girl in Cumberland area

Through a gun accident on the riverfront a girl named Sophie Moreland, aged sixteen, is injured with both limbs burned. Medics report the weapon discharged accidentally by 14 year old Monnett from Fudgerey W Va. Doctors say complications arise but the girl is expected to recover.

Jgerdal Cumberland

Virginia Obituary Roundup from Petersburg to Winchester

Obituaries reported from Petersburg to Winchester list Mra Carsiina Mallia Coshyliow of Peter Cog- But aged seventy four, Cyrus Gramam of Richmond at seventy eight, Lemuel Corbin of Harrisonburg at seventy six, Mrs Peter Seller buried at Mc Gaheyaville, Winship Whit ing of Clarke County aged about eighty two, Sidney Latham’s son of Charles Latham, Alexander A Rob inson Frederick County farmer aged eighty seven, Thomas Beddon Bruce of Richmond died aged, Lewis Rutherford Rumin of Danville age twenty two, and Mrs Saille A Herndon widow of Capt John F Herndon aged sixty nine.

Harrisonburg Lemuel Corbin Burkewwn Augusta County Nis Wite Peter Seller McGaheyaville Sellers Mian Gilmor Winchester Francis B Whiting Edgewood Aidlwood Clarke County Wiliam Whiting Mympher-Sidney College Pact Latham Charles Latham Mesmoriat Hospital Spiter Faken Alexander A. Robinson Frederick County Armera Green Spring Richmond Thomas Beddon Bruce St the Grombrier Danville Lewis Rutherford Rumin N Iutherford Saille A. Herndon John F Herndon Wo P Cousins

Sunday Exposition Clash Threatens Opening Day

Letters signed by leaders of the International Federation of Sunday Host Associations warn President Roosevelt and officials that the Jamestown Exposition should not open on Sunday. They cite acts granting funds with a condition grounds stay closed Sundays and threaten to boycott attendance to affect the September program.

Puilagethla International Federation of Sunday Host Associations of America Rogenveit Tresaury Gortelyou Saltion Nertelou Ogres Yritest

Richmond Woman Accuses Power Co in False Pretenses Suit

Ida Woolridge wife of Benjamin Woolridge of Richmond sues the Virginia Passenger and Power Company claiming damages for injuries alleged after a street car incident. The company settled the civil suit, and officials threaten criminal action if the case is not dropped. Woolridge maintains she was injured and disputes the settlement and identity.

Richmond Ida Woolridge Benjamin Woolridge Winn Rostoke Richymond Virginia Passenger and Power Company Woolridge Bell

McCormick's mind gone after fatal car crash

Special to The Washington Pegs reports Paul McCormick the New York millionaire automobilist lies in a private room at Norwalk Hospital with severe injuries and his wife dead after a high speed touring car crash. Doctors say his condition is precarious and recovery is uncertain.

Washington Pegs South Korwalk Paul McCormick New York Norwalk Hospital Menine McCormick Lau Hospital Huntington Norton

Murder verdict in Eaton case shocks Harrisonburg crowd

The coroner's jury viewed the remains of Marvin Shiliett and found John Shillest Eaton guilty of murder after Eaton allegedly opened fire on Shiliett, Ashby Lawson, and Robert Shifflett. The sole witness, Charles Davis, testified Eaton fired without provocation. Shifflett claimed self defense. The murdered man died from a heart‑piercing bullet.

Tha Harrisonburg Coroier Marvin Shiliett John Shillest Eaton Attale Charles Davis Caerler Tie kUled Ashby Lawson Robert Shiflett Shifflett Coif Lawron Vwill

Statue of Capt John Smith Shipped to Jamestown

William Cooper's bronze statue of Captain John Smith, cast by the Graham Company, will be moved from Fifth Avenue showrooms to Jamestown Island. The sculpture stands eight feet tall and depicts Smith in a salisbury pose. It will be unveiled at a ceremony attended by governors and distinguished guests on September 31, under a joint effort by the Society for the Preservation of Jamestown Antiquities.

Washington New York Augus Wiliam Cooper Capt John Smith Graham Company Fifth Avenue Capt. Smith M Saldberry

Apprehension in OnanoGe as Peninsula blacks gather

Reports from Onancock indicate unrest among both white and black residents ahead of a peninsula gathering. Authorities fear potential outbreaks and possible lynching if suspects Axtel and Burton are found, with military forces poised to control the situation.

Washington Feehmand Onancock Pargilly Penimsula Axtel Burton Megrdes Osantack

Ohio girls return from Europe after popularity contest voyage

Twenty one young Ohio women, sent abroad by a Columbus newspaper, arrived on the Noordam recounting views of Europe. They praised American freedom, admired Swiss scenery, Paris and London, noted Polite French, dowdy fashion among Irish and English women, and declared America ahead of all. They left for Niagara Falls after visiting Ireland, England, Belgium, Scotland, Holland, Germany and Switzerland.

New York Ohio Columbus Noordam Atlantic DME América Miss Mulligan London Seorning Marx Margaret Maddy Toleed

Kiles Rebelious Wife Murder Shocks Covington Ky

Special to Those Covington Fort Cincinnati Aug 19 Mrs William Onley of Covington Ky spoke loudly to her husband then fell dead as her spouse fired a pistol. Unley, cool after the act, surrendered at police headquarters and handed over the revolver. The couple, who had separated, had sought divorce over a boarder’s conduct. Hinsatana claimed the wife deceived him.

Covington Fort Cincinnati William Onley Covington Ky Auliet Tua Sye Stewart Street Hinsatana Cleo Fasor

Passengers Rescue Drowning Companion On Hudson River Train

Passengers aboard the Ontario and Western train 29 near Cornwall on the Hudson saved a 9 year old, Lewis Webber, from drowning after a power launch capsized their boat containing him and 14 year old Jane Smith and a 4 year old boy. The men were rescued by a power boat crew led by Senator Sylvanus Byniel.

Middletown Ontario and Western Hudson River Cornwall Wastinston Jane Smith Lewis Webber Webber Annisquem River Smith Eank Smith Sylvanus Byniel

Train Wreck In New London Injures Many

A southbound passenger train collided with a northbound freight near Low Allyna Point in Connecticut. Engine driver Frack Benjasgin of New Haven was badly hurt. several passengers were injured. The freight train had orders to take the siding when the collision occurred, as the passenger train began to back onto the siding just before impact.

New London Conn Norwich Lalow Allyna Frack Benjasgin New Haven

Steindell Leader jailed for barbarous treatment

Brutteart reports Herr Steindell head of a quartet was sentenced to seven months and three days imprisonment for continued barbarous treatment of his three young sons. He faced fears of appealing the sentence as the court refused to reject his appeal.

Brutteart Herr Steindell Hia Nnrac Ite

Joseph Joachim Buried in Berlin Funeral Attended by Notables

The funeral of violinist Faueph Yoachim, who died in August, was held in Berlin with many prominent attendees. Crown Prince Frederick William was among the mourners and fainted during the ceremony before being taken outside to recover.

Pance Frederick William Funts Vielinist Berlin Aus Faueph Yoachim Crown Prince Frederick Willam

Teach Christ Was Black in Richmond Preaching

Richmond August 1 The doctrine that the Christ Child was black was preached by Holy Jumpers a mixed group of negroes and one white man who left Richmond at night and provoked a clash with white Sabbatists. A mob threatened to lynch the visitors after an immersion in the James river as Carrington Thomas a colored youth and young colored women were barred from joining the congregation at True Reformers Hall. The sect held Lords Supper rites with unusual ritual foods described by Joe Crowder and his apparent successor as their chief evangelist.

Richmond Adam Abraham Isaac Jacob David Dolomom Prophets Catyan Cansan the James Carrington Thomas

Accuses Conger's Widow in Creditors Fraud Case

A. and Mattinger charge Emily B Conger widow of Col. Conger and her son Kenton Conger with fraud and plots to detest creditors of the estate. They allege the administrator found no assets but the widow and son seized stock and property and diverted them for personal use. Mottinger cites large alleged debts and stock holdings including Pittsburg Plate Glass, Mathews Tract Syndicate, Whitman Barnes Manufacturing, and Gilson Asphattem holdings.

Spected Co Washinggton Fest Cincinnati Ohio Genssticnay Sete Col AL Conger Emily B Conger Col. Conger Irving-on-the-Hudson Kenton & Conger New York A. & Mattinger Col Congers Mattinger Avery Col Congera Estate Col Congera Mottinger Mr. Conger K H Conger Motinger Pittsburg Plate Glass Company Mathews ‘Tract Syndicate West Pullman I Whitman Barnes 3 Manufacturing Company Gilsne. Asphattem Company

Mud stops railway trains in La Crosse area

Severe rain and windstorm shuts main lines of the Milwaukee and Burlington roads. La Crosse and St Paul lines blocked by fifteen feet of mud. no trains into La Crosse since Sunday. Long distance telephone wires down. telegraph wires working poorly.

la Cross Wissune Worth Milwaukee Burlington la Crosse St. Paul Lay Crosse Milwaukee Road

Eight Perfect Rifle Scores At Camp Perry Leech Cup

Perfect scores marked the Ma Honan Rifle Association Leech Cup contest at Camp Perry Ohio on August 19 with twenty entrants. Two final ranges will be shot tomorrow. sharpshooters Liout South Captain Bryant Dr Hudson Captain Casey Sergt Baptate Private Parker Middleton and Clarke achieved sight perfect results.

Perry Ohio Liout South Chic Bryant Hudson Newark Casey Delaware Parker Massachusetts Middleton Indiana Clarke United States Marine Corps

Igar sets man afire in Dover Hotel incident

York Pa specialists report a man received severe burns after a cigarette ignited his clothing at the Dover Hotel. Bystanders quickly doused the blaze with water as George W Strayer suffered facial and body burns before medical help could arrive. Friends rushed to his aid, using buckets of water to try and stop the flames.

Wasptorton Post York Dover George W Strayer Etrayer Dames

Man Confesses to Attack at Special Mecklenburg Term

Frank Allen, a Black man tried July 2 at a Mecklenburg Circuit special term for an attack on a white woman, confessed to the crime on August 3. He previously denied guilt at trial but now admits responsibility. The case arose amid local tensions and was reported by The Washington Poet.

Washington Boydten Frank Allen Mecklenburg Harvey Callis

F. Gilroy, TR, Marries at Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Special to The Washington Post. New York August 13. Thomas Fetlroy, son of former Mayor Gilroy, married Alma Mabel Helk Northrop in the Waldorf Astoria ballroom with hundreds of relatives and friends in attendance. Attendees included former Mayor Gurmy and United States Senator James Smith.

Washington Po New York Thomas Fetlroy Gilroy Ailas Mabel Helk Northrop Pon Waldorf-Astoria Hotel Gurmy Fo Ae United States James Smith

Jesse James Story from Cameron Telegraph Operator's Tale

The account recalls a Cameron telegraph operator who witnessed the Jesse James death scene and the aftermath. It details the route between Cameron and Gallatin, the St Joseph connections, and the identification of James by locals. The narrative emphasizes the operator's belief that James was not as tall or as dark as legends claim, based on sightings and the dead man's appearance.

New York Sun Cameron Iic Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Hennikel St Josep Cameron Iles St. Joseph James Gallatin James Boys Cameron and Jesse James Weslail Cunaber Oat Point Hansasi Sty Kearney Samuels Pram Jesse tH.gentemen Someshing Doakery Missouri Congress Hannibal and Joseph Low Moon Ford St Joseph Dick Bite James Gang Str Low Conklin Saunels Uttle Bob Ford Camaron James Hands Tam

Eight-Year-Olds Reported Involved In Coney Island Water Incident

New York Aug 19 Eight-year-olds Charles H Martin Jr and Clinton Redawing of Neptune Avenue and Alice Novevan also eight from Coney Island Creek kept silent about helping a playmate drift from shore days earlier. They feared whippings if the truth emerged. Mrs Norman offered a smelt price and the boys later drank unlimited ice cream soda and bought Coney Island taffy to celebrate.

Specter Tae Wastonswa New ‘York Olf Charles EH Martin Jr Clinton Redawing Neptune Avenue Alice Novevan Coney Island Creek

Heydon Jumps Nationals A Disputed Reprimand Sparks Desertion

Cantillon reprimands Heydon for poor play on a Friday game causing outdoor tension. Heydon leaves for Indianapolis after ill treatment remarks and Cantillon plans to hold the Washington team together despite the incident. Aug 1 report from Chicago notes Tip O Neill acting manager as Cantillon is at his mother’s bedside in Wisconsin.

Spechat Chicago Caicher BA Heyton Nationals Cantilon Sudies Heydons Indianapolis Cantilion Washington Cantillon Ecatesey Dirst Hexdon Cleve Tip O Weill Caulton Wisconsin

Peter Pan to Pasture in Retirement After Injury

Peter Pan, famed three year old gelding with vast earnings, has been moved to James R. Keene’s Castleton stud in Kentucky for retirement. Uncertain if he will return to racing as trainer Henne weighs the horse’s future. The injury occurred during training after winning at Brighton Beach, with doctors fearing a ligament rupture and ongoing risk if raced again. The high value champion now faces a quiet retirement.

Keene Sarstogn James R. Keene Éarath Suenes Seam Peter

California Supreme Court Upholds Schmitz Removal Ruling

The California Supreme Court, in a unanimous decision by Chief Justice Beatty, sustains Mayor E. H. Taylor's right to office and orders the city auditor and treasurer to recognize his salary and the validity of his appointment. The ruling ends arguments that felony conviction voided tenure and denies supervisory removal rights. The case arose from a suit by Harry McKennay to secure salary approval and recognition of Taylor as mayor.

Calfornia Court Societo Washington Fort Ban Schmite Ils Stesd Harry McKennay Taylor Bar Lucadon Taylore

Boy Hangs Self in Barn While Playing Hangman

A ten year old boy, son of Louis Justa, died after a rope became cinched around his neck while playing near a barn wall. His father hauled grain as workers returned from the field and found him suspended from a barn post. Police believe the child imitatively enacted a hanging game.

Washington Unity Wis Reed Carl Justman Louis Justa Ttle

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