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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1910

Page

20

Firemen Parade at Alexandria Wins Top Prize

The Virginia State Firemen’s Association parade in Alexandria, part of the twenty fourth annual convention, drew thousands as Washington Fire Department Capt. Wright led 227 men. The Phoebus company won first prize of 100 and custodian duty for the trumpet, followed by Middlesburg and Hampton crews. A Newport News band won a 50 prize, with Washington delegation and other units also honored. Carnival mood persisted with a band contest, confetti, and evening races in North Washington Street.

Washington Capt. Wright Newport News King Street Alexandria Virginia State Firemen Washington Fire Department Wright Jacob Stulz Alfred Columbus William M.smith Henry K. Field J. T. Preston Podec Naval Gun Factory J. 3Rd Douglas Staf Kenneth W. Ogden Chint Stam Ards R. F. Downham FP. T. Harrington Friendship Company Steuart Smith William C. Cleveland Kelley Hook and Ladder John Leadbeater W. C. Baggett Columbia Company R. D. Catta K. W. Ogden Re- Hance Company George W. Pettey Alexandria Fire Department Friendship Veterana’ Association H. Fried- Vander Etlet Hook and Ladder Company Jonaphy Silva Columba Company George A Reliance Company Smith Waller Marsh Washington, D. Jim Harrisonburg Sand Beni Lecinga Front Royal Eaxls Shenandoah Alta Danvile Charlottessie and Wand Staun- Cit Paige Covington Hamp Newport News Rereng and Truck Company Newport News-La Franca Engine Company Nu Fortamouth Annex Company Luray Strasburg Woodstock Suffolk Eni Fort Phoebus Company Fort Monroe Phoebus Har- Msunburs Hampton Company Charlottesyvile Chief Williams Old Tom United States South Wasington Street King Prince Firoeds George H. Evans Groruc H. Kennedy Fasie Engine Company Newport New Washington Street

Police arrest Eugene C Scott in hospital hold up case

Eugene C Scott of Walter Reed Hospital Takoma Park was arrested on a charge of attempted robbery in connection with an alleged hatn up of real estate dealer Frank J Tibbetts at 1936 Seventeenth Street NW Scott admitted the crime claiming he and two companions needed funds Police also arrested Karl Owens and seek a third man The War Cammen Association met at the Eagles Club electing officers J W Dickerson president and other officials

Eugene C. Scott Walter Reed Hospital Eusene Scott Takoma Perk Frank J. Tibbetts Scott Circle Tigbetts Seventeenth Street Northwest Karl &. Owens

Medigos End Convention Sailed Into White Water

The National Medical Association closed its three day meeting at Howard University in Washington with officers elected and Hampton Va chosen for the next convention site. Reports on tuberculosis and pellagra sparked debate while a river excursion and a Berean Baptist Church service were planned for delegates. The final session included a lawn fete and a last night reception.

National Medical Association Howard University C. M. Wade South George W.bowles York A. M. Curtis Washington William M. Stowe Philadelphia L. H. Singleton J. A. Kenney Tuskegee Institute J. W. Jones Winston Salem Hampton Institute Hampton How‘s University Convention Hall Berean Baptist Church Mitten Waldron

Metcalf's Comet Nears Perihelion This Tuesday

Metcalf's comet, the youngest heavenly wanderer, rapidly approaches perihelion near the Sun. Astronomers at the Naval Observatory nightly calculate its distance and track its path, noting it will soon brighten then fade as it moves away, with closest approach about twice Earth Sun distance.

Metcalf Naval Observatory

Rules for Retail Merchants Association by laws drafted

The rules committee last night tentatively drew up governing by laws for the newly organized Retail Merchants Association of the Chamber of Commerce. A Leese presided as Ross P. Andrea, George H. Gall, and Thomas Grant with Leese assisted, studied by similar city associations. The draft will be submitted to the executive committee at its next meeting.

Retail Merchants’ Association of the Chamber of Commerce A. Leese Ross P. Andrewa George H. Gall Thomas Grant Leese

Will Welcome Catholics Conference Preparations at Carroll Hall

The local executive committee met in Carroll Hall presided by Thomas J. Donovan to ready for the national conference of Catholic charities. The event will be held September 25 to 28 at the Catholic University of America and aims to mark a new era in charity work. Subcommittees reported progress and suggestions were offered by Judge William H. De Lacy, J. R. Galloway, and N. H. Shea. The next meeting is set for August 31 with expected full subcommittee attendance.

National Conference of Catholic Charities Carroll Hall Thomes J. Donovan Catholic University of America William H. de Lacy J. R. Galloway N. H. Shea

Wonderful Submarine Design Sent to Gen Wood for Inspection

Gen Leonard Wood chief of staff received an inventor's plan for a colossal underwater submarine to surprise and drown a battleship crew, then forwarded it to the Navy Department. In Magruder School the Blues beat the Whites 68 to 43 in a playground sports day after games, with watermelon served afterward.

Gen. Wood Leonard Wood Thea Navy Department Magruder School Yester Sarah Johnsson Edwin B. Henderson

Building Permit Issued for Nine-Story Bank Office Block

Building inspector issued a permit for a nine story brick marble and terra cotta building at Tenth and G streets northwest. The structure will house the McLachlen Banking Corporation offices and multiple general business offices, constructed for the Washington Investment Company a subsidiary of the McLachlen Banking Corporation.

McLachlen’ Banking Corporation Washington Investment Company McLachlen Penking Corporation

Tragic Drowning Of Courtney Taggart In Colonial Beach

The body of Courtney B. Taggart, 8 French Street NW, drowned at Colonial Beach while attempting to rescue Cora and Lena Thomas. The body was recovered by fishermen, sent to Washington, and funeral plans await. Edna Thomas, fiancee of Taggart, was prostrated by the tragedy.

Courtney B. Taggart French Street Caronial Beach Cora and Lene Thomas Eighth Street G. H. Fitzhugh Colonial Beach Washington G. R. Taggart Thomas Mary E. Thomas Grant Thomas William F. Kelley Potomac First Channel Edna Thomas Telgart Braddock Heights Taggart William H. Taggart Familly G. C. Birdsell

Chickens Guarded Too Well In Washington

Police search for Lewis Miles a 24 year old black man described as guarding three crates of chickens stolen from huckster Joseph Farrell in northwest Washington. Miles, tall and light, is said to sleep on the Anacostia flats and may be carrying several dozen chickens. A horse and wagon were found abandoned near B street and Tenth street northwest with the crates empty.

Lewis Miles Washington Joseph Farrell Carroll Street Twining City Miles B Street Farrell Tenth First Precinct Tenth Northwest Anacostia Flats

Wu Ting-fang Heads Chinese Delegation to The Hague

The Hague mission will be led by Wu Ting-fang with Hu Wet-te Liu Shih-hsun and Belgian envoy van den Hauvel. Hu Wet-te was previously minister to Russia and Japan and recently moved to Peking. Liu Shih-hsun serves as China’s minister to France. The Belgian envoy serves as Belgian plenipotentiary to the second Hague peace conference. An additional Chinese group sails to Washington for the International Prison Congress aboard the Manchuria.

Wu Ting-fang China United States Hague Permanent Court of Arbitration Calhoun State Department Hu Wet-te Liu Shih-hsun van den Hauvel Russia Japan Foreign Office Peking Liu Shih-haum France van Deh Hauvel International Prison Congress Washington Manchuria Shanghai Chien Sheo-chang Cheng-ying Li Lang Shio

Women Plead for Morse Pardon Across the Nation

Letters from readers in many states petition President Taft to grant a pardon for Charles W. Morse the New York banker imprisoned in Atlanta. Eight women offered to personally deliver the pardon if granted as part of the appeal. Protests also arrive at the Justice Department as attorneys plan a Walsh pardon request next month for the Leavenworth inmate tied to the collapsed bank.

Taft Charles W. Morse New York Atlanta Department of Justice John R. Walsh Chicago Leavenworth Walsh Wae

Howard University Plans and Thirkield in the City

Dr. W P Thirkield president of Howard University has been in the city two days guiding plans for a new industrial arts building a new steam heating and lighting plant for the university and Freedmen's Hospital bids will be invited soon plans for the interior department approved he sails back to Massachusetts September 15. Kitchener heads to Persia for winter in view of his government duties field marshal Lord Kitchener plans to upend the winter in Persia per a special cable from London dated August 2.

Howard University W. P. Thirkield University Freedmoen’s Hospital Interior Department Thirkseld Washington Massachusetts Kitchener Perdain Washington Post London Lord Kitchener Persie

Octogenarian Gives Version of Spirit Communications Case

An elderly Greenwich resident, Fenton J. Hurd, testifies in a deposition about “spirit communications” he claims cost over 440,000 to Mrs. Laura R. Cramer, a State Department clerk. Hurd seeks recovery of 4,000 via conservator Dr. Lee M. Hurd, with further notes and trust issues tied to Washington Loan and Trust Company. Mrs. Cramer disputes notes and assets beyond a 4,900 loan.

Spirit Communications Fenton J. Hurd Greenwich Conn Laura R. Cramer State Department Hurd Whallenburg District Supreme Court Lee M.hurd Elder Hurd Cramer Washington Loan and Trust Company Es Security

Dying Pellagra Victim From Warrenton Warns of New Disease

Mrs. Sallie Graham of Warrenton Virginia lies near death at Georgetown Hospital from pellagra. Doctors note wide interest in the case as specialists have struggled to halt her rapid decline. A Norwegian patient, Miss Gertrude Monsen, improves, while Mr. Graham’s relatives deny corn exposure as the source. The disease is not contagious and cold weather is believed to limit its spread.

Sallie Graham Warrenton Georgetown Universality Hospital Washington Graham Georgetown Hospital South Pellagra Gertrude Monsen

Rescuer Calls Saving Drowning Man a Loss

Deckhand Joseph Schummer saved Herman Schultz from drowning off the Battery but vented disgust and said he may quit the rescue business. Schultz, a bartender, had attempted suicide. he later faced charges of attempted burglary after being taken to Hudson Street Hospital.

Washington Post New York Joseph Schummer Glen Island Matthas Vineyard Herman Schultz Schummer Schultz Hudson Street

Alleged Gem Thief Caught in Buffalo

Special to The Washington from Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania reports Mrs Frank P Rambe of Philadelphia may recover most of $3500 in jewelry stolen from a Delaware Water Gap hotel. William McDermott is captured in Buffalo and accused of posing as Dr EB Dolly of Philadelphia to befriend the Rambos. He allegedly entered their room while they were out and escaped with the gems including diamond rings and pendants.

Washington Wilkes-Barre Frank P. Rambe Philadelphia Delaware Water Gap William McDermott Buffalo McDermott Rambos EB. Dolly Rambo

Pain Cure Nearly Kills Man Applies Too Much Chloroform

Henry B. Lindsley of Dallas Texas staying at the Hotel Knickerbocker applied chloroform to his face in an attempt to cure neuralgia this afternoon and nearly died from the fumes. He was found unconscious on a bed. Two physicians treated him for about an hour and restored consciousness. He is expected to recover. Lindsley is manager of the Southern Life Insurance Company with headquarters in Dallas.

New York Henry B. Lindsley Dallas Texas Knickerbocker Lindsley Southern Life Insurance Company Dalias

Fanatics starve to death in Los Angeles tragedy

In Los Angeles on August 25 Alice Griffin aged 16 a Holy Rollers band member died after voluntary starvation in the county hospital. John Irving O'Neil of Paterson New Jersey leader of the starvation army died last Saturday. J E Butler and Mrs Nellie Boyle members of the party are connected to recover.

Los Angeles Cal Alice Griffin Band of Holy Rollers John Irving O'Neil Paterson N. J J. E. Butler Nellie Boylé

Freedom of the City for Vienna Singers Parade and Fest in Washington

The Washington German groups plan a Sunday event with 200 Vienna students receiving the freedom of the city. A large nickel key will be presented to Dr Swoboda by Commissioner Rudolph at the Willard, with a noon reception, parade past Capitol, luncheon, and speeches including Taft's regret letter.

Rudolph Weiner Akademische Ge Sangverein Kommera Weiner Akademische Gesangveren Washington Vienna Washington Saengerbund George W. Spier Union Station C‘ty Albert Lepper Suengerbund Kurt Voelkner Ot the Columbia Turnverein Capitol Library of Congress Pennsylvania Avenue Willard Putnam Eliot Paict Speedway Potomac Park Washington Monument Swoboda Mount Vernon United Singing Societies of Washington Navy Department Spler Taft Frank Claudy A. F. Jorss William F. Gude Automobile Committee Isaac Gans

Gaynor Turns to Business

Mayor Gaynor resumes planning for municipal duties after being shot. He expects to attend the first fall board meeting on September 15 and may be discharged from St Marys Hospital Hoboken soon. He may move from the hospital to his St James country place on Long Island.

New York Gaynor James J. Gallagher Board of Estimate Robert Adamson St. Mary’s Hospital Hoboken St. James Long Island Adamson

Slayer Bought His Liberty and Fled Canada

Special to xne Washington Post Ottawa August 2 Sensations expected in Canada after Gunner Moir London murderer escapes Hamilton asylum. He lent $300 to attendants who could not repay, keys given, aiding escape with Taggart. Moir alternates between calm and insane, recaptured after field work. Taggart also recaptured. Also, commerce commission responds to Humboldt Steamship Company mandamus seeking Alaska rate filing, noting Alaska outside Interstate Commerce Act and jurisdiction vested in the Secretary of the Interior. hearing set for October.

Washington Post Ottawa Ont Canada Gunner Moir London Hamilton Asylum Moir Taggart Moléir Hamilton Asylum E Field Gscythe Inversiaiwn Commerce Commission Humboldt Steamship Company Alaska Congress Alaskan Railways Secretary of the Interior

Missing Husband Alarms Return Home From Mysterious Day

Harry Gundersheimer a Washington dairy driver failed to report for work and left his home at 611 Morton Street NW. Police located him after a day of wandering and a physician diagnosed heat illness. He is seriously ill but expected to recover and cannot recall the day’s events.

Harry Gundersheimer Washington Morton Street Gundersheimer Gundershiemer

Weather conditions and temperature drops across regions

The Weather Bureau reports a high pressure system bringing cooler air and a fall in temperatures across the Rocky Mountains, plains, and central valleys. Frost warnings extended into Nebraska and Minnesota with showers and storms in several regions. Atlantic states stay fair, while a west cool wave moves east toward New England and mid-Atlantic coasts by Friday night. Local observations note low highs and mixed winds. river bulletins show river conditions in Harpers Ferry. Argentine interior minister Galves dies in Buenos Aires.

Dept. of Agriculture Weather Bureau Washington Rocky Mountain Plains States Great Central Valleys Upper Ohio Lake Region Montana Idaho Wyoming South Dakota Nebraska North Dakota Idsha Northwest Minnesota Wisconsin Iowa Kansan Great Lakes Central Valleys Upper Lake Lower Lake Gulf States Tennessee Texas Atlantic States West India Hai New England Middle Atlantic Ohio Valley Lower Lake Region Gulf and South Atlantic States South Atlantic East Gulf Coast Gulf Coast European Grand Banks

Rebellious Columbus Police Appeal Dismissal

Thirty three Columbus policemen who defied the mayor by riding street cars during a riot appeal to the civil service commission from their dismissal. City council deferred action on funding cuts as the mayor faced resistance. A brick was thrown through an Oak Street car window near a residence area, narrowly missing Mrs. J B Eckstorm.

Columbus Ohio Carmen Civil Service Commission J. B. Eckstorm

Hammond Denies Any Deal Over Gun Sale Report

John Hays Hammond wired from Gloucester Massachusetts to deny he is selling a machine gun to the United States for 25000000 or to any government He said any use of his name by promoters in selling stock is without his knowledge and asked Harris Hammond to declare that he is the family member involved, but Harris was out of town.

Washington New York John Hays Hammond Gloucester Mass United States Hammond Harris Harisis

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