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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1908

Page

19

Worry a World Sin at Open Air Meeting

Reverend Donald C. MacLeod spoke at Franklin Square open-air services attended by a thousand, urging worry as a spiritual disease and citing Roosevelt's near vice presidency as an example of unforeseen blessings. He warned worry harms health and that divine commands forbid it, with music by orchestra, choir, and quartets accompanying the sermon.

Roosevelt Donald C. MacLeod Franklin Square Young Men's Christian Association MacLeod

Ideal city would blend lakes bridges and skyward blocks

The Reverend Zed H Copp argued at Bethany Chapel that future cities should have detached homes with yards and abundant sunshine, connected by rapid transit, with lakes, fountains, and suspension bridges. He proposed skyward business districts, earth-covered homes, and parks to reduce disease and crime, aided by aerial navigation, along with a summer cool earth-cover and winter skating. Copp announced a three week vacation, with two weeks at Wallowbrook, accompanied by his family.

Tower of Babel Zed H Copp Hethany Chapel Kev Copp Brocks Copp sJength Heaven Babylon

The Making of a Cardinal in Italy Politically Driven

The article discusses how cardinalate status in Italy is often gained through churchmanship and favors. It cites Bishop Adegretti of Orvieto, who persuades Prince of Monaco to delay Rome visit, and Bishop Bonnell of Marsala praised for cholera heroism, leading to a consistory honor. Archbishop Riordan of San Francisco then addresses the Pious Fund situation.

Italy Adegretti Orvieto Monaco Rome Mer Allescretti Bonnell Marsala Mgr Riordan San Francisco

Cardinal shouldering six cardinals for America

The passage argues that prominent American church figures like Bishop O Gorman, Bishop Spalding, and Archbishop Ireland would merit high papal office if they were Italian, drawing parallels to historical events with the Hague, Taft, Roosevelt, and Spanish American War. It contends Rome would favor American cardinals, asserting America deserves six cardinals.

Mexico Hague Cardinal Riordan O'Gorman Rome Taft Commission United States Taft America Roosevelt Bishop Spalding Haly Ireland Leo XI

Garfield Seeks Fair Water Rights in Rio Grande Irrigation

Secretary Garfield visited the San Luis Valley to push a policy that interstate water apportionment favor the bona fide settler. He stated the Interior Department will approve reservoir applications if they meet regulations, protect prior rights, and avoid speculative grabs, with Mexico and New Mexico interests safeguarded. His stance aims to encourage settlement while respecting acquired rights and treaty obligations.

Garfield San Luis Valley Colorado New Mexico Mexico Rio Grande Ata “T Algo Department Ruo Grande

Christening Heir to Millions Attends Church Services

The Hite daughter of Reginald Ronalds of New York, heiress to the Ronalds fortune, was christened at St Pauls Episcopal Church in the city. Rev John Moore McGann officiated with guests including Mrs Pierre Lorillard Ronalds and Mrs Townsend of Washington. An 11 piece New York orchestra provided music. A breakfast for about 120 followed at Charles H Strong’s residence with silver and glass on show. Mrs Ritchie served as godmother, and the event drew wide attention nationwide.

Washington Hite Reginald Ronalds New York Ronalds Mulhong St Paul’s Episcopal Church Imother Thor John Moore McGann Columbus Ohio St. Paul's Church Thorn ‘Strong Pierre Lorillard Ronalds London Onalds Ritchie Townsend C. H. Strong Ronalds Mra Ritchie Reginald Ronaids Charles H. Strong

Safe blowers chief tracked ex counterfeiter Humph Williams

Secret Service Chief Wilkie watched ex convict Humpty Williams after release and counterfeiting signals shifted to burglary, leading to Newark arrest. Agents tracked Williams via hardware store purchases of drill and saw, then handed evidence to New York police.

Secret Service Humpty Williams Newark N. J Humpty Williams New York Police United States Secret Service Wilkie Wil- Legs Willams New York Central Police Wllams Wiliams Rhinelander Willie Brooklyn Hamburg Avenue Lexington Avenue Bingham New England Broadway Vesey and Church Streets

Wood Alcohol Prices Drop as Free Alcohol Law Impacts Market

Census Bureau preliminary figures for 1907 show wood alcohol prices fell sharply from 34 to 15 cents a gallon while demand for charcoal rose. The industry reported 100 active plants, up from 86 in 1906, and wood consumption climbed 217 percent to 61 149 cords, with long leaf pine and other conifers supplying most raw material.

Census Bureau Bureau

Cuba Fights Yellow Fever Quarantine Strongly

Cuban protests against the yellow fever quarantine calling it unjust and discriminatory. Governor Magoon, visiting the mainland, plans to urge President Roosevelt to lift the quarantine, arguing no recent cases and that the measure harms Cubans while Americans stay immune. He will meet Roosevelt soon to press the issue amid Cuban calls for policy change.

Magoon Roosevelt United States America

Hole in breast aids victim in hospital case

Luther John Johnson, a Black man, has an open cavity in the left chest developed from decay of flesh after chest surgery by Dr White. The opening reaches the thoracic cavity and allows air to escape. doctors note the cavity may aid the patient as it may heal from inside. Johnson reports soreness yet otherwise feels well and expects internal healing to continue.

Luther John de Charles White Johnson

Hains Case Outlined and Madness of Gradual Growth

A sensational New York murder trial centers on Capt. Peter C. Hains and his brother Thornton Hains after the Bayside Yacht Club killing of William E. Annis. Defenders push for an insanity plea, citing gradual mind weakness and public gossip as triggers, while prosecutors seek to prove intent and premeditation. Attorneys note real estate motives and discuss who will testify as trials loom toward November.

New York Peter C. Hains Coast Artilery T Jenkins Haing Bayside Facht Club William E Annis Queens County Capt. Hains Annis Hains T Jenkins Hains Wil the Tike Darin Hains kMed Wiliam E Annis Walle bin Prother McIntyre Innovationa Barry Thaw Capt Hains Hams Brothers Gen. Hains May Hains Washington J. Shay Hainses Hotel Astor Bayside Yacht Club William J. Annis Thornton Hains Bayside Baing Brothers

Leap from Second Story in Fire at 40 Massachusetts Ave NW

Mrs Eva Parnell, 2 years old, leaped from a second story window as smoke from a small air stove explosion filled her room yesterday afternoon at 40 Massachusetts avenue northwest. She sustained bad bruises but no broken bones after jumping to the ground. fire company No 6 extinguished the blaze with hand chemical apparatus. Property damage estimated at 410. Mrs Parnell refused hospital care and was treated by her family physician Dr E Gunning.

Massachusetts Avenue Northwest Eva Parnell Parnell No. 6 Engine Company E. Gunning

City Bulletin From Fractured Ad Copy Recalled

Fragmentary city notice notes longtime sellers Heurich’s Heart and various stores including coffee and cocoa brands. Mentions J T D Pyles stores, Chicago Jewel, A Moddiman Co and Heurt’s brewery with brief references to a sales location, phone line, and a general sale in a historic business context.

J. T. D. Pyles Chicago A Moddiman & Co

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