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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1909
Page
19
The northern Virginia, West Virginia, and western Maryland drought has led to dry streams and wells, hampering water supply and forcing partial daily shutdowns of powerhouses to conserve head for turbines. Wheat sowings show little growth due to the moisture drought. water hauling extends long distances in many areas.
The Maryland shellfish commission urges keeping shell leases at one dollar per year per se in a continued effort to regulate rentals. The report notes recommendations and potential state action to extend existing terms and prevent further raises or new leases without state approval. A birth notice records a son named George born to Mr and Mrs Willen in Pittsburgh.
fragmentary notices list marriages deaths births and church events with scattered names and dates. key items mention a wedding in Washington D C between individuals from New York and the Netherlands, a December funeral with addresses in Washington and Pittsburgh, and multiple obituaries with dates and locations including Bath and Virginia.
Ex judge Bishop of the orphans court, once a leading political figure, died in Baltimore City Jail from Bright's disease and heart trouble. He had recent arrests for alleged misappropriation of funds and narrowly missed a mayoral nomination after a career marked by influence and controversy.
Lawrence Adkins an 11 year old prisoner is shot and killed by keeper Charles P. Murphy at the city jail. Murphy is detained at central police station awaiting coroner inquest. Adkins allegedly gestured with a lantern after requesting light. Murphy fired in self defense as Adkins moved to attack. Adkins was serving a short fraud sentence and Murphy has held the jailer position for fourteen years.
Raymond Duncan and his wife engage counsel to resist the Society to Protect Children from Cruelty demanding warmer clothing for their one year old son amid Greek dress protests. The family argues against authorities enforcing American norms while criticizing child welfare systems that permit harsh labor and hunger.
New York report outlines alleged opiate influence in the East Orange bath tub case. Dr Love testified the victim Ocey Snead was kept under narcotic control as authorities search for family motives. Family members denied mistreatment while relatives move to New York for investigations and support.
Fire in Wheeling West Virginia consumed the Court theater and the board of trade building. The blaze threatened many downtown structures as the city’s fire department fought to prevent further loss. Officials estimated the damage could reach a million dollars.
The December wedding of Miss Rachael Thomas, a Welsh mezzo soprano, to Mr. John Protheree of Morgantown WV, ends a three week romance sparked by a recital here. Protheroe, a local businessman, proposed after an enthusiastic reception, leading to cancellation of a coast to coast concert tour.
The Washington Post reports Chang Yin Thay and staff arrived today aboard the Pacific Manister Mongolis, landing in San Francisco with the new consul general. The party numbered sixty, arriving without the usual formalities.
In New York the trial of Mrs Mary Blab Brokaw for divorce and 33000 a month alimony continued with her on the stand. Telegrams from W Gould Brokaw showed surveillance of Mrs Brokaw and orders to drivers and staff. Counsel hinted at possible settlement if she returns to him while her father said reconciliation is impossible. The clergyman who married them was Rev Dr Spaulding of Syracuse First Presbyterian.
F Warren Johnson pawnbroker on the fourth floor of the Hutchins Building, Tenth Street NW, shot himself after a day of financial reverses. Police say he used an agent Frederick Rice to transfer thousands in jewelry, with Rice arrested later carrying hundreds in jewelry and pawn tickets. Coroner cites death by self-inflicted gunshot.
Inspector reports increased drunkenness among veterans after abolition of halls at soldiers homes. In 1900 there were more cases than in 1908, with a 32 percent rise. Church attendance fell, maintenance costs rose, and the inspector urged extending aid to volunteers who served under two years and later were disabled.
The Nobel Peace Prize awarded today is shared by Baron d'Estournelle de Constant for international arbitration and M. Boernaert former Belgian minister and Hague delegate. The prize includes a diploma and gold medal. five times the award has been split, with Roosevelt a past recipient. The prize sum is $33,565.
A historical notice shows multiple license to marry entries listing pairs such as George W. Smith age 14 and Nellie Ingley age 18, with various sponsors and officiants. The document preserves names ages and associated ministers in a registry style public notice.
AHealth Office record lists many birth announcements with names and residences. Entries show William T and Sarah Yates, George A and Marie Didden, Tre B and Irene Wilson, Robert A and Mary Clésell, and Sophia Oxesburg, among others. The list extends with several paternal and maternal pairs, reflecting a broad set of newborns across various streets and neighborhoods.
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