Appomattox Freshet Flooding Petersburg Strikes North
Petersburg reports an unprecedented freshet in the Appomattox River with wharves flooded and water waist deep on River Street. Three million feet of lumber valued at about 500000 dollars at risk as sawmills close, bridges swept away, and 400 workers laid off after heavy rains and a prolonged electric storm. The Laroma steamer could not penetrate the current and halted at City Point.
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Norfolk
Washington Post
Petersburg
Appomattox
James River Navigation Company
James River
River Street
Hiver Street
X Street
Aler Fou
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Larora
James Huser Navigation Company
Felersburg
City Point
T His? ci
Enormous Virginia flood losses hit crops and towns
Special to The Washington Post reports in Virginia and nearby areas that unusual rainfall through August caused extensive damage. Norfolk and surrounding counties faced at least $160,000 in losses with rotted potatoes and hampered crops. Newport News and other coastal towns suffered heavy crop damage, while tobacco in Tanville suffered thousands of dollars in losses from rot and plant damage. Roads became nearly impassable and harvesting delayed.
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Washington
Hain
Tanviie
Summer Resort Flooded at White Sulphur Springs
A July storm heavily damaged Jordan's White Sulphur Springs near Winchester Clarke County. Fences washed away, bathhouses carried off, streets flooded, hotels looted, and many visitors stranded. Property owned by Winchester Mayor Harry H. Walter and Mrs. H. Ber of Washington, with magnetic effects on the town. Roads and stables flooded. some horses escaped, others sheltered. A separate report notes burglaries in Danville and a court hearing in Dinwiddie. Weather features a heat wave prompting Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic.
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Jordan
Washington Post
Chester
Winchester
Fredrick County
Harry H. Walter
H. Ber
Washington
King of Honolulu Finishes Navy Year and Visits Home
Samuel Wilder King of Honolulu has completed his first year at the Naval Academy in Annapolis. Midshipmen receive a month off after the cruise to visit friends and relatives before the October 1 start. King plans a brief Honolulu stay before returning to the United States, with travel expenses paid by the government.
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Washington Post
Annapolis
Samuel Wilder
King
Honolulu
Hawaiian Islands
Naval Academy
Cate
United States
Academy
Sharks Held Up Bathers At Virginia Beach
Special to The Washington Post Norfolk Va Aug 28 A school of sharks held up a bathing party of twelve for two hours at Virginia Beach Sunday afternoon. The bathers swam out to the schooner Edward Cramp and found the sharks surrounding the vessel. They planned to spend the night but the sharks moved toward deep water and the bathers swam for shore in record time.
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Washington Post
Norfolk
Virginia Beach
Child Falls 100 Feet in Abandoned Well
Special correspondence from Huntington West Virginia dated August 28 reports a three year old child of Gordon Blankenship wandering from home and plunging into an abandoned well after stepping on old boards. The child died at the scene. Also from Washington Post material a separate notice covers multiple absolute divorces filed in the county court. Lewis Bolton sues for divorce from Annie Lee Bolton alleging desertion and unfaithfulness. John G Trundle seeks divorce from Martha F Trundle for desertion. Malving V Cleland files for divorce from David G Cleland citing vicious conduct and infidelity.
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Huntington
W. Va
Gordon Blankenship
The
Wansanscon Post
Lewis FE. Bolton
Annie Lee Bolton
Tennallytown
D. C
John G. Trundle
Martha F. Trundle
Malving V. Cleland
Julian Osmond
Garrett Park
County
David G. Cleland
Investigating Charges Against Danville Federal Officers
Federal office holders at Danville are investigated on accusations of political activity. Lt Fisher of the Fourth Civil Service District and Capt Robinson are named in the charge. The inquiry, led by Captain Robinson’s opponent in the postmaster race, is expected to conclude Saturday with no statements from the cited officials.
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Danville
Stein
The
Washington Post
H. Fisher
Civil Service
Hele
Robinson
Capt. Tobinson
Washington Girl Hurt After Fall From Wall at Harpers Ferry
Miss Edith Head eighteen daughter of E S Head of Washington fell from an eight foot wall while walking with a party down the hill from Jefferson Block at Harpers Ferry into a narrow passage beside St Peter's Catholic church to the parsonage. She was rendered unconscious and carried to a hotel where she is under physician care.
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Edith Head
Harpers Ferry
Washington Post
Hagerstown
Washington
Jefferson Bock
St. Peter's Catholic Church
Young Man Killed By Train Near Kilby Station
Special from Washington county Virginia reports Henry Walker twenty five of Dondran was killed instantly by a Norfolk and Western passenger train near Kilby Station. He was walking beside the ties when the locomotive's noise hindered his warning. His head and both legs were crushed. No inquest was held.
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Washington Oy Aufolk
Henry Walker
Dondran
Norfolk and Western
Kilby
Walker
Secret Wedding in Salisbury and Scottish Order Officers
Special to The Wellington Pest reports the secret marriage of Edith Appleton to Charles Edward James in Salisbury on January 20, known only to the bride’s mother until today. Mrs James travels to Asheville to join her husband. reason for secrecy not disclosed. Also notes Norfolk officials elected for two-year terms at the Ancient Order of Hibernians state convention, with 1908 convention planned for Portsmouth. Randolph County Republicans nominate candidates for county commissioner, house of delegates, and superintendent of schools with no opposition. A body found near Vanville is believed to be an unknown colored man, description too decomposed for identification.
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Wellington
Lynchburg
Edith Appleton
Charles Edward James
Salisbury
N. C
Washington
Norfolk
Order of Hibernians
Joseph L. Burke
James O'Callaghan
Newport News
John, T. Flood
Portsmouth
William McDermott
Roanoke
John, B. Doherty
Spector Co
Eakins
W. Va
Randolph’ County
J. J. Philips
Coalton
MH. King
Elkins
House of Delegates
Austin C. Ghat
Washington Post
Vanville
Injured Child Falls From Porch In Staunton
In Staunton Virginia Helen East four year old daughter of J P East fell twenty six feet from a third story back porch today and was severely bruised about the head The porch railing gave way while she played In Frederick Maryland the Prohibition convention of the Sixth Maryland district met this afternoon and nominated Francis B Sappington a Frederick merchant for Congress.
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Staunton
Helen East
J. P. East
Washington
Frederick
Maryland
Francis B. Sappington
Congress
Will Pay School Loan and New Alexandria Council Organized
The last meeting of Alexandria’s present city council ended with plans for a new council to organize at noon on Saturday September 2. Most aldermen remain, with anticipated reelections for Sweeney Thompson Schafer. The common council sees several ward changes with Frank s ivans and J Fred Birrell replacing Bryan Pollard, while Snowden Stansbury and Craven are expected to be reelected. A $50,000 street improvement bond and electric franchise leasing measures were praised.
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Washington Post Bureau
King Street
Alexandria
City Council of
Board of Aldermen
J. T. Sweeney
L. H. Thompson
Derig
George W. Schafer
Messenger
Common Council
Albert’ Bryan
Frank
Fivans
Frank Pollard
William Craven
Wuo
Capt. Bryan
Leadbeater
Mrv Burke
Moe
Patrick Street
Princess Street
Oronaco Street
Gibbon Street
Henry Street
Duke Street
Washington Street
P. Fisher
Committee On Finance
Prince Baltimore Fined Under Segregation Car Rule
Prince Baltimore, a Black resident of Alexandria, boarded a Washington electric car and sat in the white section. On crossing the river into Virginia he refused to move and was arrested by Chief Goods and Special Officer Trainer. He was fined $5 in police court.
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Prince Baltimore
Alexandria
Washington
Baltimore
Virginia
Morntine
Gambling on unnamed barge halted by district is denied use of wharf
District Commissioners verified the Independent Steamboat and Barge Company subletting ban to barge Bartholds operators near the Potomar. If Bartholds access is denied, the District will pursue possession steps. The barge is outside District jurisdiction but falls under Maryland law.
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Potomar
Independent ‘Steamboat, and Barge Company
Bartholds
Macfarland
Wn Jess
Bartholat
Maryland
Posse to Be Indicted Over Virginia Killing in Lee County
Kentucky power entered Lee County after Frank Ball, sought as a Kentucky desperado, and will face Lee County grand jury indictments as individuals. Frank Lee, a local farmer, was killed by Ball and his associates amid the pursuit. B. Calwell, Harrisonburg post office chief clerk, died of heart trouble at 44, leaving a widow and three children. Schulken nominated by Republicans at Wrightsville Beach convention in Sixth district.
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Lee County
Washington Post
Richmond
Kentucky
Lea County
Frank Ball
Frank Lee
Ball
B. Calwell
Harrisonburg
M. B. Calwell
Springs
Wva
Schulken
Washington
Wilmington
N. C
Wrightsville Beach
J. Byron Schulken
Rich Food Value of Pabst Beer
Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer is promoted as a healthful, refreshing drink with claims of superior purity and food strength. It emphasizes an eight day malt process, slow barley growth, and retained nutrients as the basis for nourishment. Pabst Brewing Co contact and ordering note are included.
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Alan
Road labor pullback fuels jail prisoner demand in Virginia
Richmond August 28 The new road law lets counties use state convicts and jail prisoners for highway work. Capt E T Morgan of the penitentiary says requisitions from 13 southwest counties produced only five men. He plans to call Richmond jail for 100 prisoners. About 300 prisoners are held there, including many idlers and habitual drinkers.
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Bpselal
Washington Post
Richmond
E. T.morgan
Penitentiary
Morgan
Death of Head Sawyer at Queen Mills near Alton W Va
William B. Hyer, head sawyer at Queen's mills near Alton, West Virginia, was instantly killed yesterday when his foot slipped while placing guides and he was thrown against a rapidly revolving saw. He was severely mangled and cut in two.
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Queen Mills
Alton
W. Va
Woshington
Cumberland
William B. Hyer
Queen's Mills
W.va
Southern Rail buys Virginia and Southwestern line
Reported from Bristol on August 28 that the Virginia and Southwestern Railway has been purchased by the Southern Railway for about 10 million dollars. The deal includes assuming 5 million in bonds. The line runs about 180 miles from Inman Virginia to Mountain City Tennessee, connecting Virginia coal fields to the seaboard. John B Newton of Bristol serves as vice president and general manager.
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Washington
Bristol
Virginia and Southwestern Railway
Southern Railway
Virginia Coal, Iron, and
Cols |Ields
South and Western Railway
Virginia Coal Fields
Carolina Seaboard
Virginia and Southwestern
Virginia, Iron, Coal and Coke Company
Henry K. McHarg
New York
John B. Newton
Inman
Tennessee
Mountain City
Virginia Iron, Coal and Coke Company
Saunders Opens Campaign at Stuart in Fifth District Race
Judge Saunders a Democratic candidate for Congress opened his Fifth district campaign in Stuart Patrick County addressing a large crowd. Judge Samuel W Williams spoke for Saunders and Republican rival J W Simmons addressed voters amid other local figures. Dinkie Dinkle son of Tate Lewis Dinkle died after several weeks illness aged thirty eight. he was active Mason Shriner Elk and Royal Arch member.
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Stuart
Congress
Washington Post
Danville
Ang
Saunders
Patrick County
Samuel W. Willams
J. W. Simmons
Martinsville
Washiceton
Charlestown
W. Va
Enor
Dinkie
Tate Lewis Dinkle
Royal Arch
Hotels Roll Call of Guests Across Cities
A long list details hotel guest names and affiliations in multiple cities including Baltimore Chicago New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Richmond Colorado Connecticut Georgia Illinois Kentucky Michigan Missouri New Jersey New York State Ohio Pennsylvania Tennessee Virginia and the United States Navy with guests staying at the Willard National St James and Arlington hotels. The record names individuals and spouses alongside affiliations with hotels and raised venues.
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Baltimore
Raleigh
Mies
L. Brown
National
Charles R. Lewin
St. James
Hoston
Holbrook
New Willard
Chicago
A. Ronsigns
Julius Schivil
Joh Baylston Ard Wits
Arington
Funk
BC. Brown
L. G., Wehrle
New York City
A. H Agastito
Fational
Philadelphia
G.B. Henderson
G. W. Alger
Ter
W. E. Floyd
W. W. Hollingsworth
Pettingill
Ebbitt
J. de Friesh
Clintn
F. H. Weaver
A. Peter
J. Wainwright
Jr. Raleigh
Sam J. Spiro
W. J. Keffer
F. Bt .Murphy
B. H Gault
TJ. Berch
J.T. Morlarity
Harrison Dans
F. St. Newcomb
D. G. Delaplain
K. St. James
Pitoburgir
L. Meson
Naw Word
W. P. Crain
Young
Releigh
Eegers
Bt. James
Richmond
Colorado
A. C. Anderdon
Guy H. Martin
Hareald B. Fuller
Denver
Connecticut
Z. G. Saab Tewaveh
J. Willa. Delawari
Leonard C. Crewe
Wilmington
Georgia
Ilinois
J. W. Armbruster
Springfield
Raleig
Vrona—sire
X. Smith
Dex Moines
Hatorah
Kentucky
Terry
J. F. Downing
Kansas City
New Jerseys
B. Kent
East Orange
New York State
Afustin
Albany
Ward A. Nell
C. C. McCain
Buffalo
Willard
S Hamann
Syracues
Arlington
W. Anderson
Ohio
B. F. Harner
James Webster
Cleveland
T. McLaughlin
Cineinnat
Herry Philbrook
Margaret Judge
Kathe Judge
Columbus
Alice MM. Spurling
Maryaville
Regent
Frank W. Swocmsteat
N. H
Thomas Allen
Mias Allee Hutebtsav
D. N. Myers
Aon
Ashland
T. J. Cooligan
Jameily
Clneinpal
Trust Wrecked at Hipple Bank Death of President Triggers Receivership
The Real Estate Trust Company in Philadelphia faces collapse after president Hipple’s death and alleged false loan reports. Receiver Hart, appointed to $1,000,000 security, meets directors to assess an institution with large church funds and complex loans. Adolf Segal, linked to loans and ventures, defends his position while creditors press for stronger security.
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Philadelphia
Hipple
Hart
Earle
Presbyterian Church
Segal
Sagal
Church
Joss
Ito Joss
John H. Mitchener
the Clearing, House Association
Hetate Trust Company
Adolf Segal
Trust
Clearing House Association
Senat
Tnituy Gilbedge
Materio
Presbytarian ‘Church
Philadelphia National Bank
Basta
Trust Company
General Assembly
Presbyterian General Assembly
Hipple Wes
Board of Piste
Engyhad
seasFbore
Adolf
Segat
Hippie
Adolf Segat
Austria
Chmden
Elect Ana
Delaware River
Camden
Ameridah, Sugar Refining Company
Eaid
Geld
Sémal
Camiden
Diamond .Match
United States
pAlthough
Segalalgo
Altoona
Pennsylvania Railroad
Furniture Clearance Sale to Move Stock Quickly
Alexander Smith & Sons offers dramatic reductions on stock cafe furniture as part of a storewide rearrangement for new 11 story additions. Extra Axminster carpets in 12 patterns and matching borders highlight a strong price push with yard values around 150 dollars.
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Caf
Alexander Smith & Sons
Axminster
Death of Mr Hippie at Bryn Mawr causes natural brain hemorrhage
Mr Hippie died suddenly last Friday morning at his Bryn Mawr summer home in Montgomery County. Dr Powell said the death was cerebral hemorrhage and the coroner King, who did not perform an autopsy, accepted the cause. Dr Read concurred that the death was due to natural causes after viewing the body.
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Mr. Hippie
Bryn Mawr
Montgomery County
William C. Powell
King
Sr. Powell
F. Wharton Hippie
Miust
Mr. Hipple
Alfred H. Read
Norristown
Powell
Bogus Baron Goes Free in Hamburg Royalty Case
Oswald Konrad known as Baron Santos von Dobrowski Donnersmarck is discharged after Paris robbery allegations. He faced charges for deserting his American wife with jewels and money. The wife Baroness Donteenarek reportedly visited his hotel and conferred with him amid the case.
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Hamburg
Oswald Konrad
Dallas
Santos von Dobrowski
Donnersmarck
Paris
Don- Teenarek
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Tidewater
Lashiner
John Early Johnsen
Jameth Reuben Lewis
Olive Branch Church
Dinwiddie County
Blackstone
Johnson
Dinwiddie
Tanville
Riddle Coal Company
H. Seimuets
D. Price Wither
Hood
Uncle Sam
Middy
Hawaii
Child
Young Lynchburg Society
Virginia Hibernians
Randolph County
Alexandria Solons
Bartholdi
Pabst Brewing CO
the Southern
Virginia ‘and Southwestern
Derminion
Enor G. Dinkie
Ried Atateor
George R. Arouwtrong
Itt
United States Navy
W. A Edgar
New Wr
Fipple
Harle
Aengthy
Earlemi
Makling
W. B. Moses & Sons
F St. Cor
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White
Pennsylvania Avenue
Callus Ap
B.B. Earnshaw & Bro
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Fiteel
Lancaster
Martin
Cowes
Madestic
Merly
William.l. Elkins
Lokseek Segal
Mutual Eite
America
Mutual Company
Contimou
Mutual Life Insurance Company
Charles E. Hughes
Iife Insurance Company
NEW National Theater
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Toe Pwo
Ang’ Marin
Willard Simms
Ferreros
Duncan
Ketle Rooney
Morrow and Seheubers
Suagehot Fiend
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Policy
Sid Perrin
Chaandy Vor Velion Cubendle
Rowland
Black Carl
Grant & Grant
Broadway
Ladies’ Club Theatre
Majestic Theatre
Lafayette Amusement Company
Stair
Ira J. LA Mott
Hirst
Aubrey Mittenthal
Herbert Hall Winslow
Karl L. Hoschna
Academy Wrr
Aceng Landseer
World New Lyceum Theater
Empire Circuit Company
Matiners
ALA
Lanoles Brothers
Barlow
Elkphants
Harops
Yvonne Iyarcy
Fangio
Ste
Jostens
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B. Treasury
Detroit
Lake
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Eivery
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Elena
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