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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1905
Page
4
The Virginia political scene centers on Governor Montague and Senator Martin as factions realign for the coming primary. Swanson's momentum and Montague’s dwindling support complicate the governor’s path. Martin’s fortitude and Virginia ties make re election likely, while Montague’s future remains uncertain amid factional struggles and possible leadership shifts.
A terse note states Sea Bags seeks a petition to move a meeting or stage in the Mate area. No further names or dates are provided in the fragment.
A lengthy editorial gossip column outlines possible moves for ex governor Dockery and Senator Yates amid South Dakota and national politics. It notes Dockery's reform legacy, potential Senate bid paths, and shifting support from House ranks to the Senate. Discussions touch on revenue deputy needs, bank receivership, and court appointments as part of party strategy. The piece also mentions Clark and Montana Nevada moves, and Lewis of Chicago shaping reception for Jefferson Day events.
Fragmentary text mentions Charles Monry Davidge in Indiana and Arkansas with references to Helena and Indianapolis. It notes winter experiences and a move in 1868 toward Atlanta, with vague ties to a quartermaster’s department and earlier Northwestern schooling. The garbled source lacks clear events or outcomes.
A garbled report mentions an incident and a planned discussion at the next session. It reflects confusion over names and places and notes little concrete detail beyond the expected review and potential action.
Manila reports Diet Gen Corbin, commander in chief of the U S Army in the Philippines, urges creating a single commission to place all military forces and the constabulary under one head. He calls for division commanders to join the commission and serve the governor general.
William Jones, a well known WWI style veteran in Paniah War veteran circles, died Tuesday night at his home 45 R Street Northwest of canada illness. Born in New York City, he moved here in 1808 and served with Company M District Volunteers during the Spanish American War. He participated at the siege of Santiago and later served as stenographer to the Isthmian Canal Commission. The funeral is set for seven and interment in a local cemetery. He leaves a widow and four children including Alice Meyers of 1716 Street Northwest. The obituary also notes Nora Conway died Tuesday night at her brother’s house, and Adelia Preuss of Baltimore, Maryland, who died Monday morning after a yearlong illness.
The body of James Mosher Caperton who died at the Confederate Soldiers’ home in Pikenville Maryland will be interred today at 2 oclock in Holy Rood Cemetery Georgetown. He was the son of the late Waghs Caperton a noted lawyer and served in the Confederate army as a member of the First Maryland Battery during the Civil War.
Fragmented OCR text discusses naval relations with a department and mentions leave of absence, duties, and a retiree from active service connected to the president. It references Fort and a slogan, with unclear names and dates.
Fragmentary OCR notes report Hughes resentful delay in Alberta governor’s inauguration set for September 30, with government postponing the event. Maritime vessel movements list ships arriving at New London and New York, including Apache and Plunger, Rex Marytend, and other names, amid scattered details.
OCR text shows garbled dialogue about a train and tunnel incident near Virginia Avenue. Mentions casualty hospital and improving condition of a patient. Names and clear details are unreadable.
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