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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1908
Page
2
Members of the Knights of the Templar and related orders gathered on Christmas Day for a unified observance, with Grand Commander and local chiefs present. Multiple lodges from across the region attended a ceremonial dine and drink event, toasting the sea’s spirit and sharing reports from chapters including Lomsts and De Molas.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a lieutenant resigning, Democrats, and dispersed references to individuals and places. The readable portions show names like Crain and Brakeman and scattered terms such as Saratont and Provasstinat, but no coherent events or dates emerge.
James W Wilson, a 2 year old, walked into emergency with knife wounds on his way to hospital. He says a white man stabbed him after an argument in a nearby saloon. The assailant fled and police have no name. The injuries are not serious.
A New York underworld Christmas party unfolds in Peg Leg’s back room near Park, featuring beggars and swindlers such as Mendelsohn, Dublin Johnny, and the Undertaker. The crowd, lively with arm twisting and theft, markets the season’s profit while notable figures like Kinndyke Jean Wilson and Charly Berkowitz are noted as absent. The event highlights the persistent activity of the city’s beggar fraternity and their urban scavenging.
Noe a to The Washington Fest Willungton Del Bee 5 Folin Dougherts and Jack Reardon fought ten rounds to a draw at the Wilmington Athletic Club. Dougherty pressed early and late, Reardon recovered and shed a fierce comeback, crowd rose as a mixup occurred. Referee decision would have likely made it a draw. Also reports Robert Pardue aged 19 had left arm amputated after a cannon cracker accident on a street last night.
Washington Post dispatch from Alexandria notes only two arrests, Charles and Annie Johnson, over a quarrel amid Byrd liquor law effects on saloons. Other items include a missing money incident resolved, a San Francisco death notice for Sergt. Jacob Schneider, and obituaries of Herbert P Tana, Thad Leitch, a young daughter of Mr and Mrs Carner, and several local residents with brief funeral and survivor details.
Mary Estella Root formerly of Waslington daughter of John Ahnott and Rufus Hanback son of John Hanback both of Warrenton were married yesterday at the Baptist Church parsonage by Rev T F Berkley. James L Mann son of Martin Mann and Geneva Tribby daughter of G Tribby of Hibstoro were married yesterday at the brides home by Rev Mi Doise of the Methodist Church.
Manager Bresnahan nearly completes plans for the Cardinals to train in Little Rock with a small core from the 1919 roster and many prospects. Expected to observe dozens of candidates during a March camp, the unit will stay in Little Rock while hotel arrangements are finalized, with Bresnahan remaining in Toledo to recover before rejoining soon.
Lenny of Baltimore knocked out Johnnie Smith in the third round in a 125 pound match fought on the Wicomico River. The bout drew a small crowd and Smith was backed by his father Charles A Smith while Lenny was managed by Frank Kelly who paid $50 for a return match in ten days. The event occurred near Princess Anne Maryland with all participants from Baltimore.
Prominent physician Broderick D Maxey died at his home 1118 Rhode Island avenue at 9 oclock from a stroke of apoplexy. He was born in Gardiner Maine a Bowdoin College graduate and had practiced in this city for seventeen years. He served as prelate of De Molay Mounted Commandery Knights Templars and once chief examiner for Metropolitan Life Insurance. He leaves a widow and two children Kennethey and Mrs J R Hewitt. Funeral at 2 this afternoon at the residence with Rev G Pierce of the All Louis Unitarian Church officiating. Burial in Rock Creek Cemetery.
Lexington Ky Dec 2 Mrs Ryan buys Hanover stallion Dolce Fer Niente and several mares from Hamburg farm John E Madden stock to breed thoroughbreds in Virginia plans. Observers say Ryan may aim to produce champion hunters, steeplechase horses, or eventual top sires amid Kentucky horse interests.
Special to The Washington Post Henry Waters a struggling farmer of Pineebirg Washington county received a Christmas aid of 1000 dollars from his brother Charles Waters a wealthy Chicago shoe merchant. W D Byron & Sona owners of the Williamsport and Mercersburg Tanneries gave employees a 20 dollar Christmas remembrance.
Weather bureau bulletin notes unsettled conditions became Atlantic moving. colder, wetter weather across western and central states. Temperatures fall east of the Rockies with snow flurries in lake districts and northern New England. Winds vary by region. outlook predicts clearing Atlantic approaches, rain or snow along Grand Bank voyages.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy to purify blood and prevent disease. It claims abundant red and white cells, numerous cures for blood diseases, eczema, rheumatism, and catarrh, and pitches tablet form as a convenient alternative to liquid.
Convicted defendants in a contempt of court case face potential clemency considerations as President Roosevelt weighs sentences, with suggestions of possible reductions if the Supreme Court upholds the district court ruling. The process hinges on ongoing appeals and timing before Taft’s possible return.
The three labor leaders Gompers Mitchell and Morrison may refuse to seek pardons or apologize as they face possible action by President Taft. The looming U S Court of Appeals ruling on the Bucks Stee and Range injunction could shape the final outcome. The case ties to the Gould injunction deeming secondary boycotts illegal and to sentencing for contempt. Secreted whereabouts of Hiss remain to friends while Morrison celebrates Christmas in a new Washington flat on December 22 the day of his sentence.
A woman fears her father’s sentence but calms herself for Christmas as debate grows over Justee Wright’s terms for contempt. Critics note many states cap contempts at six months, while Wright’s shortest term matches that limit, fueling discussions of judicial discretion and executive differences.
Jack Keane former captain of the Uel Warnick basketball team said Capt Hildreth of Technical High acted rightly in withdrawing from the proposed league. Keane argued a high school league would have helped Technical, noting their strong play and a recent four-point loss to the Corcoran Cadets. He cited early season hopes at Business and mentioned resignations of Zannell, Plummer, and Keane.
In a rattling contest at the Monumental Athletic Club two Quaker Roads boxers Terry Martin and Eddie Chambers fought fifteen rounds. Martin appeared to outclass Chambers but Chambers showed pluck and stamina, enduring a beating and staying the distance. The referee Pat O Conner scored the bout a draw as Chambers remained shakily on his pins for the final round.
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