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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1907

Page

8

Lost war airship sails toward Europe in frantic chase

Reports say a French airship Patrie escaped from Ver fun and drifted west then east as crews fear capture by Prussians. News wires describe the airship's ascent, a gust capsizing ballast, and ongoing inquiries into the incident amid sightings over Wales and the Irish Sea.

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In Memoriam Gananwscin al tt te ing 7 nem it opted to ate

An obituary notice lists multiple names and memorial details with fragmented text about services and locations. It mentions funerals and cemeteries, with scattered dates and streets. The readable parts reference Saint Patrick's, Fort Wayne, and New York, among others.

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Funeral Directors and Embalmers in Washington Listings

Funeral homes and embalmers listed with addresses and contact numbers in Washington DC area. Firms include Speare Undertaker and Embalmer at 940 F Street NW, W. R. Speare, Thos A Nalley & Son, Thos A Costello, Geo P Zurhorst, J William Lee, Frank Geier's Sons, John R Wright Co, Harvey's Son Funeral Dissect, and Angelidalmi Tks Fourteenth St, with modern chapel services at central locations.

Speare Arma Sardo & CO Sergeon Cain Aw Telephone Nalley & Son Funrpal Embalaiers Tiplied Atheast A Costello Geo P Zurhorst J William Lee Frank Geier Mudarn Telesboas John R Wright Harvey's

Fever births in France depress birth rate in 1906

The French birth rate dropped to the lowest on record in 1906, with the average yearly rate from 1900 to 1905 at 39.84 per thousand. Dr J quca Bertillon notes the decline is tied to societal factors affecting France’s population and economic strength, warning of long term consequences for national power and morale.

pMefil Journal of the Republic Sterdy J Quca Bertillon Ehief Francis France Berton

Queen Alexandra 63rd Birthday Visitors at Sandringham

Queen Alexandra celebrated her sixty third birthday at Sandringham with customary parties. The King and Queen of Norway visited, and gifts from European leaders were exchanged. Col Ralph Vivian hosted guests at Houghton Hill and planned a rifle event with King Edward and the Prince of Wales present tomorrow.

Sandringham Alexanart Sanaringham Norway Europe Reid and Wraid Ralph Vivian Houghtor

French Plan Faces Setback as Tribesmen Hold Front

Reported French strategy to starve tribesmen into submission falters as 6000 insurgents concentrate on the frontier. Forces clash near Moratco Tereneh with plans to draw out and crush the rebels in decisive combat.

Hughes Tide Swells as Roosevelt Holds Out in GOP Poll

A New York Times survey of Republican editors in counties shows Roosevelt as first choice among nineteen replies with Hughes second in ten. Responses from Gardner in Binghamton, Witford in Rochester, VanAlden in Plattsburg, and other editors reveal a mix of Roosevelt preference and growing Hughes sentiment, with some backing Hughes if Roosevelt stays out.

Hughes New York Theodore Roonevalt New York ‘Time Republlian Roosevelt Frat Taft Gardner Binghamton Ernest R Witford Democrat and Chronicle Rochester Nork Thomas F Vana Plattsburg Davy Pre Cortehary Cannon Gow Hughes John H Daily Record Whit Plains Weatchester County Daisy Orange County Guv Hughes Roosevelt Munte Niagara County Moonevelt Edmund Flatt Hagle Hughes George Ko Prient

Bryan speculates on Taft influence in Virginia at Richmond fair

A Bryan discussion in Washington signals factional splits within the party as Virginia leaders drift from Nebraska. The Bryan lobby scene at the New Willard reveals a growing Tak and ie following, with major Virginia figures scattered to other duties during his Richmond State Fair appearance.

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Oklahoma Legislature Faces Rail, Segregation Debates

Guthrie Oklahoma lawmakers convene with two United States nominees ready for Senate credence talks. Railroads show conciliatory stance as state considers broad regulation and an emergency measure on Jim Crow laws advances amid opposition.

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Comrade Foraker and the Ren Republican nomination clash

The letter asserts loyalty to Comrade Foraker, praising forty years of advocacy and denouncing opponents. It invokes Grand Army of the Republic sentiment, mentions colored troops, and notes voter turnout while railing at political maneuvering surrounding nomination and armament debates. The text references Nunzio and a postponed trial, plus private Dalzell state affairs and an Italian Russian treaty.

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American Ambassador Griscom Returns From United States Visit

King Victor Emmanuel received American Ambassador Griscom in private audience. They discussed the financial situation in America and the recent exchange with Mr Griscom, outlining the broader economic context.

King Victor Emmanuel Ins Lloyd, Grscom

Made Him Odd from the Chicago sews

Fragmentary text mentions names and stock market plunge with unclear context. It suggests discussion of individuals linked to Chicago and a drop in shares, with one subject named Wigging-He and others like Hugeing-Lambley and Wiggins-Yea, but details are obscure and not a clear event.

Chicago Lambley Wiggins

Trial Likely Delayed by Dr Chancellor Illness

The trial by the board of education may be postponed due to Dr Chancellor's illness. Attorneys say they lack sufficient familiarity with the case to examine witnesses without him. Only three witnesses were examined, and the board plans to continue hearings, possibly rejecting further postponement, with the hearing set for 3 o'clock today at the Franklin School. Dr Chancellor is confined to his bed. Also noted is a separate item about a store selling millions in gala New York.

Board of Education Fartral Wanklin School

Bryan visit sparks Democratic tensions in Congress

Willliam J Bryan left for Washington for two days of conferences with Democratic leaders over policy. He delivered a regtalation address at Westminster Church and plans to return to Nebraska Tuesday night. House members welcomed his presence, while many Senators fear he may attempt to steer the party’s winter agenda.

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Arizona Governor Reports Stronger Opposition to Joint Statehood

Governor Joseph H Kibby of the Arizona Territory reports rising sentiment against joint statehood with New Mexico. He notes the last year was prosperous, population around 16 000 including many Indians, and advocates enforcement of a new gambling ban passed by the legislature with public support.

Arizona New Mexico Joseph H. Kibey Arizona Territory Secretary of the Interior Rennet Kibboy

Mystery object in woods near Bradensburg Road found in suitcase

Paul Allen, about sixteen, led police to a dark object hanging from a tree and a suitcase beneath it near the District Line north of Bradensburg Road. The case contents were a pair of trousers and a pine shirt with a red tag marked 4. Police, armed with lanterns, searched the area for two hours amid a strong odor and lingering uncertainty.

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Thaw to Urge Immediate Trial in New York

Supreme Court in New York to-morrow will hear Harry K Thaw’s motion for an immediate trial. District Attorney Jerome opposes haste and aims for delay. Thaw’s counsel Littleton argues personal direction and prison conditions may affect a swift proceeding.

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Torrey Evangelistic Campaign in Chicago Draws Thousands

Dr Torrey King conducted a major evangelistic campaign in Chicago using a steam heated tent at North Clark and Chestnut. Attendance averaged around five hundred Sunday and three thousand on other nights with about forty conversions reported. The Laymen Evangelical Association financed the effort with over two thousand dollars. Torrey departed for Philadelphia then Virginia to begin another series of meetings.

Chicago Mey LE Torrey North Clark and Chestnut Streets Torrey King Laymens Evangelical Association Wich Br ‘Torrey Philadelguia Virginia

No-Clew Report On 18 Year Old Paul Thebaud Shooting

Theodore Thebaud: Paul Gilbert Thebaud, 17, was shot by his father’s butler John Hyerlin who then killed himself. Westchester detective Com er Snowres questions the elder Thebaud, suggesting the attacker mistook the son for the second butler in a frenzy. Berlin’s motive remains unclear, with authorities noting no known reason for the attack.

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Portugal Tranquil Amid Rumors Of Civil Strife In Lisbon

Independent reporting from a staff correspondent of the Prasp debunks rumors of a looming civil war in Portugal. The King walks unguarded in parks, Franco’s regime bans political clashes, and Premier Franco anticipates elections in March as the nation celebrates a Fourth of December holiday with fireworks and festivities. American Minister Charles Page Bryan notes tranquility nationwide after a prolonged business trip.

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Talesmen for Pettibone Trial Mixed in Idaho District

Prospective jurors from Boise Idaho are summoned in Pettibone case to assess qualifications for a trial involving alleged complicity in the assassination of former Gov Frank Steunenberg. The pool faces difficulties as the defendant’s health and extensive testing affect the venire and potential testimony. The court has struck some Colorado war testimony, potentially shortening proceedings to under a month.

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Home Rule for New York Speech Highlights Reforms

The Washington speech outlines major home rule changes for New York City. It proposes a smaller board of aldermen, removal of city debt limits, and revenue earning improvements. It emphasizes limiting legislative interference in total government and urges an administration code enacted and amended by a unified legislature.

Washington New York Gus Hughes Shorter

Hope for Entombed Miners in Fremont Mine

Drytown California reports eleven miners trapped yesterday may still be alive. Rescue teams and manager Goodall worked through the night to control a fire and search the Longmouth drift, with rescuers lowered into the shaft this afternoon.

Drytown Cal Dee Fremont Goodall Longmouth

Japan as a Rival to United States Says Yale Scholar

Yale Senolac, after a year supervising Mickado’s School in Japan, argues the United States would lose influence if it excludes Japanese and Chinese. He warns Germany England and France threaten American commercial supremacy and urges faster domestic industry and technical education to meet Japan’s rise.

Yale Ceorge T Ladd United States Japan Europe Formosa Ceres Manchuria

Canadian import of Japanese labor under probe at Vancouver hearing

Commissioner King nears closure of an Oriental investigation in Vancouver. Lurie Callan of the Canadian Napes Company admits transporting about 1400 Japanese laborers and miners from June to September. Company reps claimed a Grand Trunk promise to employ 5000 Japanese, but no contract was secured. Passports issued. officials say Grand Trunk Canadian Railway did not import Japanese into Canada. Official report from Minister Lemieux requested for daily updates.

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Panama Merchants Confront Canal Zone Policy Meeting

January discussions in Panama and Colon brought merchants to demand action from the Isthmian Canal Commission and the United States government. Participants criticized the current system hindering business while urging prudent measures and fair handling of canal workers, suppliers, and coupon books amid unrest.

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