Thief Attacks Woman at Lincoln Flats in Desperate Robbery
Mrs Anna C White, wife of Bartholmeut White, reports a well dressed black man attacked her as she entered the Lincoln Flats vestibule on Twelfth Street Southeast. After a struggle he seized a silver purse containing $113 and fled. Police, including Central Detectives Howlett and Pratt, seek the assailant described as a well dressed Negro in a dark coat and light trousers.
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Lincoln Flats
Anna C White
Bartholomewt White
Jing Wu Flats
Twelfth Street
Mdina
Howlett and Pratt
Mira White
Naval Academy Buildings Construction Overview
The fragment references Naval Academy buildings and a nine year project timeline. It notes a plan for ongoing construction with a committee or board involved and mentions Congress and treasuries, but the text is garbled and lacks clear dates or specific events to confirm details.
No Faith Ir Own Police Blotter In Washington
Two Maryland farmers report to Washington police after a Fredericksburg theft of 3150 allegedly by locals. They claim to know the culprit but cannot name him, then depart in frustration after the station offers no immediate action.
PUGH S VERSION WANTED IN POLICE COURT CONTR0VERSY
Assistant Corporation counsel James Le Pughie charged with discourtesy during cross examination by Mr Pugh. The matter involves a report to the Commissioner and possible opinion on presecuting attorney questioning witnesses. Judge Thomas notes police court pace demands rapid rulings to avoid costly delays and trial stalling.
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James le Pughie
Andrew D Taylor
War Department
Pugh
Cullinane
Fletcher Wis
Taylor
Thomas
Pytrlaig
Fire Near Pittsburg Wrecks Buildings
Four men were injured as a blaze tore through multiple structures in Pittsburg causing about 250000 dollars in property damage. Firefighters from nearby stations battled the flames for hours before gaining control.
Bomb Blast and Fire Ravage Press District, 790000 Damages
A gasoline explosion at the Clie Press fig and Cleanng Co at 639 Penn venue sparked a three story blaze destroying the building and prompting fourteen rescues. The fire spread through nearby garages and markets, injuring four firefighters and causing extensive destruction across the Last Liberty area.
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Clie Press
Fig and Cleanng Company
Bet Ek
Sven Bulkt
Isces
Liberty Automobile
Wentti Pe
Cromn Turte
MD Smyers Tlavitg Company
Bartley J Cawley Fril
William Purcell
Nosuman
Lulent Yucharl Moore
Joby Boka Hogsman
Cayley Moore
Purcell
St Franela Hospital
Ready to Try Mrs Carter New Were Ag 7
Laura Wo Car nhov 4 arrested in connection with efalention of nearly $109 600 eat Punyan former teller of Woe Tewat Companys and who por Sernent charged with re en opitate stolen funds. will le for that by the district office Wrinay to the
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Laura Wo Carnhov
Sons of Veterans elect officers in Albany ceremony
The local Sons of Veterans held an installation with officers named for the ensuing term. Commanders and vice positions were filled, including the senior and junior leadership, as the group convened in Albany.
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Sagara
Ss of Veterans
Albany
Omander
Speer Benation
W Reed
Payton
Family Perishes in Morning Fire Tragedy
A Washington woman named Charles Webster allegedly started a fire by casotine this morning. The blaze spread to a bedroom where her husband and their two year old child slept. Firefighters found the charred remains in the ashes, described as though they died in each other’s arms.
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Washington Poet Recheater
Ind
Vwice
Charles Webster
Casotine
Denies Bird Surgery Aes About Wing Mending
Zoological expert Frank M Chapman of the American Museum dismisses Rev William J Long and Rev Theodore Wood claims that birds heal wings or legs themselves. He cites a Long Island sheldrake example where a broken wing failed to heal, arguing birds cannot restore flight after wing or leg fractures.
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New York
Frank M Chapman
Charman
Mi“Chapman
Samme
Chapman
Hla
Mr Long
Hurda
Long Island
Theodore Wood
Snipe
Opium Leading Youth Blames Drug For His Plight In Jail
Sidney H Reed of Austin Vex, son of a Texas lumber merchant, says opium ruined him after a spree through Philadelphia and Washington. He was arrested by Officer Holmes on a theft charge in Dimmock Street, and police found opium, keys, and jewelry in his room. Reed, 22, educated at Southern colleges, wore expensive clothes and claimed to have no intent to steal, begging his mother and father for help as police investigate.
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Sidney H Reed
Austin
Texas
Gatiana Reed
Toter Aehe
Reed
Forceman
I H Holmes
Mre Dimmu Vooksey
Young
Waslington
Phatadelpha
Reet
Post
Ida
Asia
Jamestown
Norfolk Steamship Free After Night Wreck Delay
The steamer Norfolk, aground in the Potomac River opposite Riverside, near Washington, was reported afloat again at high tide after a night of salvage by Rescue and Camila from Norfolk. The crew remained aboard to assist, pumping boilers and removing coal as officials planned further steps to free the ship. If not released soon, another steamer may be sent to take its place. night service will continue as before.
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Lamas
Pototne River
Riverside
Washington
Norfolk and Washington Steamboat Company
Norfolk
Jamestown
Ingré
Steampast Company
Mie
Avery Othervening
Court hears father deny Prokofieva guilt in high profile conspiracy
In St Petersburg a father testified that his daughter Prokofieva, linked to a murder plot against a minister and the czar, was betrothed to Sotoneff. He pleaded his son was not an anarchist and accused police of a fatal error. The courtroom heard sobs as the testimony moved the crowd and adjournment followed.
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Washington Post
St Petersburg
Aug
Ile of the Crag
Varies Prokotleya
Sonoreff
Sotoneff
Iumsele
Narmost
Sul Cing
Wiang
Peterhof Park
Czar
French Tariff Pact Delay Deliberations Reported
News from unnamed sources states Secretary Root aims to test Congress on the German tariff accord before advancing. France shows willingness to delay further steps as a special tariff commission led by James B Reynolds prepares to study rates in England, Orange, and Germany, departing mid September.
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Root
Congress
New York
Jus Rerand
France
Vattey
Germany
Peritt
Roct
Special Tariff Commission
Secreary
The
Treasury
James B Reynolds
President Devries
Board of
United States Generit Appraisere
Ant Jndze Waite
England
Orange
Hermit’s Money Hoard Found Near Asheville Estate
A jar full of money and several buried caches totaling about 12000 dollars were unearthed during a systematic search of the home of The Hermit, 80 year old Cleveland, who lived twelve miles from Asheville in the mountains. His brother Henry J Cleveland of New York reported the discovery to Clerk M Exwin of the Superior Court after a ten-day search. Cleveland had long denied visitors while owning vast land, stock, and bonds.
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Cleveland
Clevelands
Henry J Cleveland
New York
M Exwin
Superior Court
Arrest Warrant Issued for Former Bank Official Potts
Ex bank official Eanin H Potts, 28, a former savings head at American National Bank, is sought on charges of $3000 worth of Erie Railroad stock certificates stolen from the bank. Warrant issued in Virginia. two certificates located in Baltimore, three remain unfound. Potts, once tied to Leesburg and Lynchburg, reportedly traveled to Baltimore and the West after disappearance, living a liberal, impulsive life.
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American National
Steuntes
Eanin H Potts
Hormerly
Savings Department
American National Bath
Erie Railroad
Arizona
Petts
Henry R Lynn Crehler
National Bank
Owen T Reeves
JG Riteway
Reeves
Harper
Sylvester
Baltimore
Nile
Gamgliell G
Ain Arthur
Leland @ Go
Leland & Co
MI Arthur
Leland & Ca
Charles Winzen Ausheimer & Co
Bach Certifcate
Toon
Wnsting
Fatis Wa
Felix
Banda
Namte
Leesburg
Potts
Presdent Harper
Lynn
Washington Bank
Washington
American National Bank
Philadelphia
Hugh
BalUmore
Virginia
Ives
Lynch Burs Va
Hank Clerks
Dying Man Strung Up In Rahway Ward, Testimony Heard
Testimony taken by New Jersey State Assembly investigates a death in Rahway where inmate William Fordham died after alleged exposure to wood alcohol poisoning. Witnesses described his agony as a keeper restrained him and he professed he was dying before dying later. prosecutor plans to present the case to the grand jury.
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Dew Fork
New Jersey
Courh
Mississippi Democratic Gubernatorial Primary Report
Early returns from Mississippis Democratic gubernatorial primary show EF Noel and Earl Brewer leading. Weather was good and turnout sizes appeared comparable to August 1. Twenty four towns reported results indicating a solid early lead for the frontrunner.
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Memphis ‘Tenn Aus
Mississipy
Beme EF Noel
Earl Brewer
Weather Outlook From Aug 3 Across Regions
Weather conditions from the Department of Agriculture forecast variable skies across the South and Midwest on Friday and Saturday. Temperatures range from mid 60s to mid 80s with scattered showers, thunder possible in the Ohio Valley and Lake region, winds mainly southerly to southeasterly. Michigan to the Lower Lakes may see gusty breezes. Atlantic coast remains unsettled with potential rain.
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Uklanoma
Pexas
Fee
Nerane Og Staainer
Caronesa
Brewers Uphold Sunday Law Amid Protests in St Louis
Resolutions by most St Louis brewing associations condemn Sunday closing violations in 38 counties. Attorney General Keimish arrives to pursue ouster against officials over enforcement failures. County returns show Brewer lead growing in early returns. Chicago-bound totals expected tomorrow afternoon amid scattered local results.
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Wesnigtvm
St. Louis
St Louis
Jouls County
Assuntant
Keimish
Folken
Wgai
Johneten
Buere Herpel
Johnston Forney
Gov Folk
Berg Wins Championship at Camp Perry Showdown
Berg of Washington state won the Presidents match at Camp Perry on August 12, scoring 310 points of 600 and securing the Individual Rifle Shooting Championship of America. Maj C B Winder of Ohio placed second with 306, while Winder led in the skirmish and Berg dominated rapid fire events.
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Washington State
Camp Perry
Berg
Washington
America
B Winder
Ohio
Maj Winder
Dartington
Roosevelt
Sea Girt
City Feels Sharp Fall As Cool Weather Arrives
Forecaster at the Weather Bureau announces welcome news of cooler weather sweeping in from the northwest. Washington records drop near the century mark the day before and temperatures fall through the night. Citizens note cooler winds, relief from heat, and a general shift toward autumn, with the forecast calling for continued descent in temps.
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Washington
Mercury
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