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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1908

Page

14

Mehmed Bey Departs to Meet Father in New York

Mehmed Ali Bey the deposed Turkish minister to the United States left Washington with his wife and children for New York and beyond toward Niagara Falls Toronto Montreal and Ottawa. Izzet Pasha, former second secretary, fled Constantinople weeks ago and may join Mehmed Bey en route.

Mehmed Ali Bey United States Washington Europe New York Izzet Pasha Constantinople Bev Niagara Talis Toronto Montreal Dominion Ottawa Citere Street Fegation Mehmed al Newark Mehmed Als Tle Mehmed Izzet Highlands Giaem Ran Keh Gayeinn Hota tSes Abassador Constan Fea Ata Diplomate Corps Bucharest

Troops Withdrawn from Turkish Positions in Persia Accord

Constantinople reports a new accord ending Turkish military positions in contested Persian areas after talks between the grand vizier and Persian ambassador. Vienna notifies Austria to recall officers from the Macedonian frontier as part of constitutional changes. Russia to follow with formal withdrawal, others expected.

Constantinople Persia Furhe Vaizier St Petersburg Aus Furkisn Cendarmerie Macedonia Austra Vienna Pruastin Foreign Office Turkey Hussia Fult 18

More Freedom For Women In Ottoman Reform Drive

Constantinople August twenty nine reports progress in reforms under the sultan's rule. The military staff is cut from twenty to thirty decamps, imperial princes are ordered to yield crown property, salaries and salaries in the military and ministries shift to government control, with 7,? million secured from public lenders for the program. The new regime hints at broader liberty for women in dress and travel.

Constantinople Fuer Isars Qtteman Bank Mma

Funeral for Mrs Mary A Given in Washington

Funeral services for Mrs Mary A Given, who died from injuries in an accident near Pulaney on Monday, were held yesterday afternoon at her home 1761 Street Northwest. Many old Washington families attended. Rev Edward Pollard of Crozier Theological Seminary officiated, with pallbearers E Hilton Jackson, Moncure Burke, Charlie J Gates, J Frank Calyuwell, W L Speiden, and John W Wimer. Burial followed in Rock Creek Cemetery.

Mary Aferen Washington Wdwart BR Pollard Crozier Theological Seminary Chester Pa First Baptist Church E Hilton Jackson Moncure Burke Charlies J Gates J Frank Calyuwell LL Speiden John W Wimer Burtal Wes Rock Creek

Licensed to Marry in Alexandria and Richmond

Fragmented record lists multiple marriage licenses and officiants including Samuel Fraser Marion Torratt Robert Dales and Belle Swayne with several reverends and locations in Alexandria county Richmond and Irving.

Samuel S Fraser Brien Marion Rector Marthe A Torratt Bork Alexandria County Laughlin Robert O Richard Ang Douse Faulkner Luther A Waring Irving ‘T Angerson Nettie M Polard Richmond Tee Lenn Albert S French Belle Swayne Clayton John A Neev Vartha P Dales James Lizabeth Mahoney

Maryland Weddings in Rockville Details Multiple Nuptials

Miss Mabel Burdette daughter of Mr and Mrs George Burdette of the county and Horace A Grymes of Washington were married yesterday afternoon at a Baptist church service conducted by Rev White. Also married were Miss Mamie Ranpey of West Hoboken N J and Hichard Henry Phipps of Washington with Rev Ernest L Woolfe officiating. Additionally Miss Annie Olivia Gates and Thomas Herbert Padgett of Burnt Mills wed at the bride’s home with Rev W C Smith presiding.

Rockville Mabel Burdette George Burdette Horace A Grymes Washington Fe, Sr. White Yne Baptist Church Minsters Mamie Ranpey West Hoboken N. J Hichard Henry Phipps Bens Ernest L Woolfe Southern Methodist Church Annie Olivia Gates Thomas Herbert Padgett Burnt Mills Chapty W C. Smith

Should Protect Homes. Writer Advocates Private Vengeance

James from Wilson NC argues editors misread the killing of William E. Animis by Capt. P. C. Halms. He contends society must strengthen preventive laws to deter home intrusions and prevent individual vengeance. He criticizes excuses for condoning attacks on a home and urges stronger public punishment.

William E. Animis P. C. Halms James Wilson, NC

Foraker May Refuse Campaign Bid Fearing Youngstown Snub

Senator Foraker said he has received no invitation to speak at the Youngstown campaign kickoff and would critique as needed if he shares his views. He plans to travel to Cincinnati for duties and may appear on the stump later, leaving open the possibility of speaking under other auspices to support the Republican cause.

Foraker Senate Hns Voraker New York Washington Metropolis Youngstown State Committee of Ohio Wiliams State Committee Fordker Toraker Cincinnati Hitchcock

Foraker Aide Sends Campaign Invitation to Ohio Leader

Columbus reports secretary to Senator Foraker acknowledged a request for the senator to join Ohio’s campaign. The letter will be submitted for consideration. Senator Dick declines attending the Youngstown opening due to Ohio National Guard maneuvers at Fort Benjamin Harrison near Indianapolis.

Foraker Ohio Columbus Williams Republican State Executive Committee Sigmaster Bren Youngstown Ohio National Guard Fort Benjamin Haragon Indianapoli

Indictments for Riot in Sangamon County Mob Case

A Sangamon County grand jury returned indictments against Abraham Raymor and Kate Howard on charges including murder and malicious mischief related to last week's mob violence in Springfield. Raymor faces murder and riot counts. Howard faces similar counts. The case stems from the lynching of William Donigan and related looting at the Loper restaurant.

Springfield Sangamon County Abraham Raymor Kate Howard Howard Dre Reysner Reymer Wiliam Donigan Chipperfield First Cavalry Col Chipperfield Sach Iair Howard Loper Restauran Rolla Keys George Richardson Mabel Hallam Cols Mortarity Forerhan Camp Lincoln Guy Deneen Gen Young Chicago Seventh Infantry HT Loper Loper Kankakee Ul Joseph & Klein Mingis Earl Nelson Nelson Kiein Company Li H B Chamberlain Loung Kiem Justice Mead Eskridge Kans Mota Plato Brakebill Alma Western Transit Company Hugh Brady Louis Hawkins Brady Chicago Avenue Zvo

Naval Battalion Inquiry Charges by Paymaster’s Clerk Lifted

The naval battalion faces an informal inquiry after Paymaster’s Clerk Wiliam G Neumeyer lodged charges against district militia officers aboard the Oneida during maneuvers at Forts Hunt and Washington. Neumeyer’s resignation to Gen Harris precedes the allegations, which have not been officially specified. Officers await a formal investigation and plan to answer in writing while letters and clippings circulate. Mission Buys a Building. St Barnabas Episcopal Mission Langdon purchases a Langdon School annex for temporary worship at Twenty second and Evarts streets ahead of a planned new church.

District Marat Wiliam G Neumeyer District National Guard Young Meumeyer Forts Hunt Washington Harris Oneida Neumeyer Naval Battalion

Bitter Japanese papers on war and seals battle

British Columbia dispatch reports Tokyo papers bitter over the seizure of the sealing ship Bfuka Maru by Russia and Japan’s six men executed for attacking the sea. The Hochi Shimbun notes that old wounds never fully heal, warning danger of renewed tension. The Japanese press cites anti seal raid anger and the Nicolaiefsky incident as further frictions.

Russia Victoria British Columbia Cooper Island Kommander Group Nicolaiefsky Hochi Shimbun Japan

King Edward Opens Croquet Lawn in Marienbach

King Edward officially opened the new croquet lawn at Marienbach with Anthony Drexel of Philadelphia. The pair played a game together as the ceremony took place on August 20.

Anthony Drexel Philadelphia Edward Marienbach King Edward

Bryan on tour with Mack in seven day trip

William J Bryan left Fairview Idaho Aug 20 for a seven day tour delivering speeches and meeting campaign managers in Chicago. He will speak on tariffs in Des Moines and trust in Indianapolis. He planned Idaho talks with Norman Mack and Stockalager to unite factions and strengthen the ticket. Hundreds visited Fairview. a mule mascot was put to lawn mowing duty after a prank by a reporter.

Fairview Lincoln Nebr William J Bryan Chicago Des Moines Iowa Bryan Indianapolis John Kern Topeka Kans Norman E. Mack Idaho CO Stockalager Dubois Mc Mack Stockslager Johnson Minnesota Johnn A Johnson

Army Orders Transfers and Leaves of Absence Issued

Army orders list leaves of absence for several officers and transfers between units. Notable items include First Issut Robert Moseley Philippine Scouts three months, Capt Harrison and Kereick in coast artillery for one month, Lt Col James B Jackson two months, and various other appointments and reassignments among infantry, artillery, and signal corps with duty at Fort Riley Fort Benjamin Harrison Camp Perry and other stations.

Robert Moseley Philippine Scouts Harrison Raward Chynoweth Seventeenth Infantry Army War College Cuba Wiliam N Haskel Fort Riley Kane Cor Signal Corps Flem Cortlandt Walker Sixth Telt Artillery Fort Benjamin Harriston Mort Richard McKenney

Aruba Blaze Highlights Venezuela Holland Rift Over Consul Flag

Dutch Netherlands Venezuela tension flares as Aruba crowds demand hauling down the Venezuelan consul flag while Curacao merchants boycott Venezuelan goods. Venezuelan coast guard probe ends without action after consul refuses to leave and Dutch residents protest. US support noted.

Aruba Caracas Castra Parmit Hague Netherlands Castro Venezuela von von Seckendorff Holland United States Willemstad Curacao Curaeno Cheney State Department Maria Abigail Wilemstad Maracaibo

Stevenson Talks to Mack in Chicago Campaign Push

Former Vice President Adlai Stevenson met National Chairman Mack in Chicago at an Iroquois Club luncheon. Stevenson predicted a Democratic victory in November and outlined plans for a strong Illinois campaign with possible outside stumping. Maine National Committeeman L. Jones described a hot race and an aggressive push for Bryan and Kern in September’s election.

Chicago Adlair Stevenson Illinois Bloomington Mack National Committee Stevenson Iroquois Club Whch Francis Peabody Ilinois Vins Ilneis Cleveland Bryan L. Jones Mina Maine Jones Kern

Japanese Tests Exclusion Appeal for Citizenship Papers

Masakechi Syeki, who gained initial naturalization papers in New York, appeals to the Department of Justice over inability to become a citizen. Officials acknowledge a delicate situation as Japan may protest stringent exclusion actions while awaiting final ruling and potential State Department communications.

Department of Justice United States Masakechi Syeki United States Circuit Court New York Japan Russell Ita State Department

May Alter Prison System Reform Expected After Commission

A three member prison commission with presidential interest aims to reform the District of Columbia jail system. Overcrowding prompts investigation into whether to modernize or replace the jail. The report is due by December 31 to inform next Congress session actions. The panel will visit several institutions and cites a brewing crime wave nationwide.

District of Columbia Roosevelt Bonaparte Congress Robert la Dew Prison Commission Federal Prisons Department of Justice la Dow Post New England la Dew

Taft and Bryan In Town Prompt Silly Prank Call

The city editor of The Post receives a late night prank call claiming Bill Taft and Bill Bryan are in Hot Springs. A caller insists the news is true, but the prank escalates as the editor realizes the tip is bogus and humorously chides the messenger. No reporter on duty.

the Post City Room of the Post Voice Bill Taft Bill Bryan Nebraska Hot Springs Taft Bryan The Fish Commission Maine

Orders 21 Men Released From Cuban Prison Camp

The War Department ordered 21 inmates at the Hort Jas prison in New York released for trials by illegally constituted courts martial. Sixteen Army enlisted men will be discharged without honor. five Marine Corps enlisted men will be turned over to the Navy. The releases stem from a legal mix up during the Cuban pacification era.

Hort Jas War Department Army Marine Corps Navy Department Army of Cuban Pacification Thomas H Barry United States Owen J. Sweet Twenty-Eighth Infantry Sweet Gen. Barry Col Sweet Havana Fort Jay Gen Barry

Movements of Naval Vessels Across Ports and Routes

A list of naval ships and their destinations and origins across various ports. Vessels include Arcived Tennessee Waahington Pennsylvan ia Solace Saturn Rocket Rainbow Cleveland Demper Shanghaiy Mississippi Bar Harbor Montana Rockland Me Dolphin Wash ington Calgoa Brisbane Connecticut Kan aan Minnesota Vermont Georgia Nebraska New Jersey Rhode Island Louisiana Missouri Onie Virginia Wisconsin Wiineis Kearsarge Kentucky Panther Glacier Qellef Syd ney Sailer Paducah Guantanamo New York Solace Saturn Mare Island California City Mayfower San Juan Guantanamo Olympia Arkanses Chicago Hart ford Nevada Bath Hampton Roads Yankee Newport Bishers Island Boston Alabama Maine Colombo Aden.

Sailer Paducah Guantanamo New York Solace Saturn Mare Island California City Mayfower San Juan Olympia Arkanses Chicago Hartford Nevada Bath Hampton Roads Yankee Newport Bishers Island Boston Alabama Maine Colombo i Aden

Great Fall Furniture Bargains Now On Offer

If ever there was a time to pick up good furniture bargains, now is the moment. The store sacrifices desirable pieces to clear room for fall stocks arriving soon. You can find just what you need at a great deal less than usual, with a guarantee on everything sold.

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