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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1909

Page

4

Deliberate Lie in Court Over Brokaw Alimony Case

New York court testimony reveals mounting costs in W. Jules Brokaw divorce suit with alimony request of 300000 yearly. details cover stenographers fees, travel, board, and counsel expenses totaling thousands, while the defendant rarely appears in his own defense. witnesses describe Mrs Brokaw's distress amid publicity and claims of profanity and wine, cigarettes, and servants, as the trial proceeds.

New York Lefend Mineola L. I Cousig W. Joulé Brokaw Cane Hilcounsel John B.mcknire Brokaw Broklaw Hrokaw James A. Blair Westchester Sidney Weeds Dr. Fou Pou

Switchman Ends Life After Signal Set to Danger

Ravert P. Judge, a Lackawanna switchman, died by his own action. He reportedly set his switch signals to danger before hanging himself, delaying trains near New York as workers discovered the tragedy. The incident was confirmed today, with authorities noting the act occurred prior to his death.

New York Ravert P. Judge Lackawanna

Sunlight Boosts Workers Moral And Efficiency At Plant

A fragmented description notes sunlight from all directions lifting workers spirits and improving performance. It claims daytime illumination makes tasks easier and the work look cleaner, with emphasis on brighter conditions enhancing output and morale.

One-Armed Hero Rescues Drowning Man At River

James McGill, missing an arm, saved 23 year old William Hanlon from the Wallkill River after the ice broke while skating. McGill plunged into icy water, brought Hanlon to shore, where doctors revived him. Friends plan to seek a Carnegie Medal for McGill's bravery.

Washington Fe Middletown James McGut Willam Hanlon Sakating McGill Hanlon McGil

Naval engineer commits suicide after conviction

Kiel Dec 21 Chief Naval Engineer enagek of the cruiser Daring, convicted of financial irregularities, shot himself today at home. He was sentenced to three months' imprisonment and dismissed from service.

Jermay Kiel Enagek Écruiser Daring

Farmer and wife attacked by hired man near Baldwinaville

Horace G. Hall, a elderly farmer, lies dying from wounds and his wife suffers head injuries after a man, later identified as Fred Vance, leapt from hiding and attacked them on their farm road near Baldwinaville early today. Mrs Hall names the assailant as a discharged hired hand. The incident occurred in the early hours, with Hall approaching his barn when the assailant sprang out.

Max. Surpene W.Y Horace G. Hah Baldwinaville

Fight for Million Begins in Rhodius Will Suit

Indiana court action seeks to block probate of George Rhodius estate worth 1001 dollars. William Lehnert, Rhodius cousin, claims unsound mind and alleges a conspiracy to deprive heirs. A woman named Etna Dare, a resort keeper, allegedly manipulated Rhodius and took him to Louisville for a marriage later annulled. the case is before the Indiana Supreme Court.

George Rhodius Indianapolis Ind Wiliam Lehnert Rhodius Map Etna Dare Louisville Indiana Supreme Court

Watchful Jateer Foils Escape at Denville Prison

Special to Ti Witla Poh reports a dramatic thwarted escape at the Denville facility. Deputies recovered a jail wagon and halted the breakout, exposing improvised plans and the attempted transit of prisoners toward the penitentiary. The incident highlights security lapses and rapid response by local authorities.

Denville Vas Bes Milne Tg Dare

Complex DC court records reveal mixed equity and probate actions

The document lists multiple cases across Equity Court No. 1 and Circuit Courts, detailing guardianships, bankruptcy matters, condemnation approvals, trustee appointments, bond amounts, and probate petitions. Notable names include Jostles Anderson, J. Fay, Lockwood, Barnard, Johnson, and Willard, with actions ranging from decrees vacated to estates granted probate and administration, plus bonds and dates referenced through January and February.

Supreme Court District of Columbia Equity Court NO Jostles Anderson Equity O. Gm Barner Joharon Vantiner Platatit J. Neamd Welch E .H. Meorder Plaintif Ettorgoya J.C. Fay J. J. Ba Ungton Barnard & Johnson Tenadell We Sterrett Deere Pee Cuntesa Plaintitt’s Ahorness Louter & Erica Routhwike Sailloger Flatpitt Attoreay J.B. Sheeler Sialin'va Pryor J. W. Owtana Ripinuime W. Glennan Aiomners Irving Williamson Fountain Peston Circuit Court Juffroe Welant Andélon Sith Akception Pataca N. Hopewell Defontads Stornage Maddox .& Gatley Metzger Ve. Mekager Bond Fiatoutt H.R Moulton W. W. Milan Altorceys Donglan H. Wallace United Giates Ex Tek de‘ Merrer Relaor George E. Sullivan Attorner J. H. Stephens Panama Baltimore Ohio Reilread Plalotitfa Allerange

Real Estate Transfers Mixed Across Northwest Districts

A garbled OCR list of real estate transfers, detailing numerous properties in Northwest DC and surrounding wards. Entries mention transfers between individuals and firms, specific streets such as Twenty-sixth Street, Mount Pleasant, and Petworth, with lot and square references, and prices often listed as $10 or similar nominal values. The record includes many names (owners, trustees, grantors, grantees) and various blocks, squares, and neighborhood notes, reflecting a broad compilation of property conveyances.

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Jounenco's Anesthetic Method Questioned After Four New York Cases

A report from the Postgraduate Hospital details four operations in New York using Dr Jounesco's anesthesia method. Cases include a German hernia patient and a mentally impaired man, with one collapse and another recovery after rapid rescue efforts. Surgeons warn the method is dangerous, noting risks to respiration and infection.

New-York Jounenco Provatne Posti Graduste Jorinesco Sage Cawes Sonnendo Robert T. Morris Asphawall Apt Jennesoo Morris Ang Judd Morrin Jonnesco Ajscomfort Algo Poxt-Gradiste Corning Joritesch Atovail Suminabe

Yoakum probes reclamation for Southern swamp lands

The letter by Mr. Yoakum urges redemption of neglected swamp lands in the South including North Carolina and Virginia. It argues reclamation would create thriving farms, homes, and towns, with increased land values, population, and agricultural output in the Mississippi Valley region.

North Carolina Wirgitia Thesa Yoakum Chicago Ste Mississippi Kentucky Bureau of Dratings Legistippt Valtey Dratani Jowsaverage

New York Actress Dies at Home After Illness

The renowned stage performer Lara New York of New York and Texas, famed for pioneering women in American theater, died at her home following a period of illness. She was celebrated as a leading actress in pantomime and cinema, with wide recognition within the performing arts community.

New “York Lara America Bion Fernandez Diéa Kouptry

Scaffold Collapse Wounds Two Workers at Wisconsin Avenue Site

Two laborers James Plater and Albert Himphries fell about 30 feet from a scaffold at a new building site on Wisconsin avenue and St street northwest. They escaped serious injury, jumped up, then went to Emergency Hospital for treatment as their wounds were dressed.

Nesro James Plater Albert Himphries Wisconsin Avenue St’ Street

Pardon Granted In Unclear Paper Fragment

Fragmentary note indicates a pardon was granted to an individual named Catherine Nett Zor or Goldier Nett with unclear spelling. The text is damaged, obscuring exact identities and authorities involved, but references a pardon and a state board.

Harttorg Pamion Stata Stats Board Par Wits Mia Catherine Nett

Death by poison diet alleged in college case

A Harris County case alleges a student died after a poison diet given by Alma Armstron d claiming a medical remedy. Prosecution notes the mixture included calomel and vinegar causing salivation and illness. The suspect reportedly claimed medical pretenses for the deadly mixture.

Fragmented Orders From December Dispatches

Fragmentary OCR notes list officers and duties with unclear ranks and departments. Names appear partially, including a commander and several staff positions, but the message is garbled. The fragment references a page bureau of records and specific duty assignments without full context.

Officers Considered For Army Appointments And Examinations

A longtime wartime roster lists officers set to meet for examinations and appointments as lieutenants and chaplains in the army. It notes boards of officers convening at multiple posts, with candidates for commissions and potential duty stations across Fort Williams, Fort Lawton, and Navy destinations, including reductions and shifts in assignments.

D.C Washington, D.C Nua Charles Jamieson Srasume Camea L Gang Fort Wittiam Henry Harrison Sivid Low Hunt Sixth Infantry Lewis ¥. Adams Corp of En Rency. C Corps of Egineers Tri Adame Cauidurra Chapihin Adlars Goreraag Oficers Saxsam Forte Bice Lawton Wiliam Army Nuagats Balloe

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