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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1909

Page

37

Col J G Payne Dead Veteran Leader and Auditor Dies

Col J G Payne a former auditor of the District Supreme Court and Civil War volunteer recruiter for Pennsylvania died at his residence in Washington. Born in Buffalo New York on April 2 1832 he served as lieutenant colonel and quartermaster with the Army of the Potomac and later practiced law in Erie and Washington. He held academic posts at Georgetown University and was auditor of the District Supreme Court from 1879 until his death. He belonged to several clubs and associations and is survived by his wife and nine grandchildren.

Buffalo Hobart Colles Gro John S. Talcott Erle Bat Payne Eris Pennsylvania Cumberland Valley Leutenant Army of the Wasehington Washington Army District Supreme Court Flo Georgetown University Col. Payne St. John's Protestant Episcopal C Church Har Association of District of Columbia Metropolitan Club Loyal Legion University Club Army and Navy Club Ale Soh Kieury M. Payne Partama Eleanor MM. Vayne Los Angeles Cal James Megtl Payne Um, N. Mex Ford Mexico City Madriz Tal Pigca Pasos Zelaya Prisine

Plan to Aid Destitute Widows and Orphans at Cherry Mine

The American Red Cross proposes a permanent bond funded relief plan for those left destitute by the Cherry Mine disaster. Contributions would come from the Red Cross, the International Mine Workers' Association, and Illinois legislature. The plan awaits endorsement from officials and aims to support families until self-sufficiency is achieved.

Crustey Cherry Mine Hencha P. Bicknell American Red Cross Red Cross Setional Mine Workers’ Association Ilieis Vernor Deneen Af Ailhole Howenert. T Red Cyots Tikinols Sofa Board Cherry

Earthquake Strikes Switzerland In Sicily Anniversary Echo

A sharp quake rattled Switzerland this morning with cracked walls and unusual warmth. Residents mark the Sicily catastrophe anniversary, noting 20,080 deaths and ongoing seismic events in Italy.

Washineton Geneva Switzerland

Leg Broken While Coasting on Kinth Street

Walter Bous a 9 year old boy of 1103 Seventh Street Northeast was struck by a truck at Ninth and streets while coasting down a hill about 8 30 o clock. One leg broken he was taken to Jaqualty Hospital in a patrol wagon from Ninth precinct. The thirteenth annual meeting of the American Negro Academy was held at Lincoln Memorial Temple Eleventh and Foster tonight.

Kinth Street Walter Bous Seventh Street Ninth Jaqualty Hospital Ninth Precinct Negro Academy American Negro Academy Lincoln Memorial Temple

American Waltham Watches Worldwide Appeal

American Waltham Watches are sold in every country in the world as a result of American brains Isbor and capital. Always buy a watch.

Waltham

Waltham Watches Promoted by Local Jeweler

A recognized watch maker and jeweler urges buyers to choose Waltham Watches. The advisory stresses selecting pieces adjusted to temperature and position to ensure accuracy, warning against ordinary merchandise.

Jane N. B Waltham

Knights of Labor Endorse Bank Legislation in City Assembly

Fostal Bank indorsed. Knights of Labor District Assembly No 0 adopted resolutions supporting congressional bills favoring postal savings banks and immigration limits. W H J Sim Mons past district master workman and T Chetubattala spoke praises. The assembly urged passage of the proposed law to curb usurious lending, and thanked Taft and Hitchcock for backing a strong postal savings bank act.

Knights of Labor Pennsylvania Avenua Cere W. HJ. Sim ‘Mons T. Chetubattala Assembly Congress Taft Bitchcock Powtel Savings Bank

Feud Between Tong Societies Sparks Mounting Chinese Killings

The On Leong Tong and the Four Brothers clash after Bow Kum's murder. Two On Leongs were shot on October 2 and another old man, Law Jung, dies from injuries. Police expect further violence as each side vows retaliation.

One Legged Cook Released After Washington Appeal

Boston Christian Scientists won release for Mary B Ettinger a one legged cook detained by immigration authorities after an appeal to Washington. She had been in Boston weeks earlier and was alleged to have come to join Mrs Mary Baker Eddy but the group denied the claim. The order for her release arrived today.

Boston Washington The Washington Post Mass Mary B. Ettinger Mary Baker Eddy

Divorce in Rich Family Diverts Custody to Heiress

St Louis December 28 Mrs Maud Bingen Drummond daughter of millionaire stove maker John Bingen obtained a divorce from Charles R Drummond president of a realty and investment firm and heir of tobacco manufacturer John T Drummond The heiress will have custody of their three children The father testified he supported her since she eloped and married ten years ago Drummond left a legacy of 104000 and on several occasions is said to have attempted or threatened death by self harm

St. Louis Maud Bingen Drummond Jom Bingen Charles R. Drummond John T. Drummond Tobacco Drummond Plaints

Loughrey Wins on a Foul in Philadelphia Bout

Boston scene reports Young Wonohue Roxbury fouled in round five by referee Dick Fiem ing. Loughrey Philadelphia claimed the bout’s lead with better fighting late rounds, while Dodnotue’s rushing moved him into disadvantage. Also a six round draw in Pittsburgh as McGovern Brooklyn drew with Brannigan Pittsburg at Duquesne Gardens. Five miners killed in Centralia district dust explosion near wind No 5 shaft.

Loughrey Boston Young Wonohue Roxbury Dick Fieming Gnatheight Young Loughrey Philadelphia Armory Piltsbury Dec Phil McGovern Brooklyn Patsy Brannigan Pittsburg Duquesne Gardens National Sporting Club Brannigan Charley Goldman New York Centrals Wine No. 5 Here

Nicaragua War Delays Mediation Efforts in Zelaya Crisis

Reports from Bluefields and Rama detail strained negotiations between Estrada and Madriz as US observers note limited battle casualties and disputed claims. Marines and local authorities ration prisoners, with officials praising Tacoma’s relief efforts while Zelaya faces exile and a Panama-based rival watches for a potential duel.

Cabinet Names and Officials Listed in December Assembly

The text lists members including Senator BROWN of Nebranke, Renetor WETHORE of Kota Island, Senator DORAN of Idaho, Repremarkitve DALEELL of Penneylvania, Repromptative ROBERTS of Mameachuentis, Maurice Francis Egan minister to Dromet, Corcoran TOM of Waxtington, Seth BULLOCK, Michare Weller, Benito Legrado Philippine commissioner, Mantel J Quezon Philippine executive commissioner.

Brown Nebranke Renetor Wethore Kota Island Doran Idaho

Washington labor leaders debate a new workers party

The Washington Central Labor Union discusses forming a labor party led by unionists. Mark Jackson urges action and cites New Zealand as a model, while others warn unorganized workers must join unions first to avoid splitting the movement. Willard F. Gilmore warns a political party now would injure the labor movement.

Mart Jeckeon Painters’ Union Central’ Labor Mankt Washington Williard F. Gilmore Carpenters’ Union Hhat American Federation of Labor Ar. Gilmore Jackson Democratic Party New Zealand

Almas Temple elects new potentate in harmonious Shriners meeting

Alexander Grant was chosen potentate of Almas Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine for the coming year. Seven officers and four representatives were elected with no opposition. Louis A. Dent will receive a jewel as retiring potentate and four representatives, Grant, Dent, Goldsmith, and Gibbs, will attend the imperial council in New Orleans in April. The election followed a 2:30 pm business meeting at the National Rifles Armory, where finances were praised and new officers thanked.

Alexander.Grant Ralhan Almas Temple Mystic Shrine Thomas ¢. Noyes Rabban Adolphus Gude W. Hawiton Smith Louie A. Dent Messrs Grant Noyes Tabban Gude Cabban Lst W. Hamilton Smith Jewel Harrison Dingmoan Recorder New Orleans Imperial North America Pyramid Temple Bridgeport Boum Baltimore Khedive Norfolk Alla Richmond Almas ‘Temple A. Jowelta Louis A. Dent

Mystery in double tragedy in Washington Ind

Coroner reports a theory that aged preacher William Ritter and his wife were poisoned. Bodies found at the Ritter home yesterday. Stomachs to be analyzed by the State chemist. Dementia in Mrs Ritter cited as possible factor in deaths.

Washington Ind William Ritter Ritter Heven

Funeral held for Denny Mullany in Washington crowd

Hundreds attend the funeral of Denny Mullany in Washington with tributes from national journalists, politicians, and civic groups. Mourners send condolences from Ireland, including a nun sister of Mullany’s family in Cork, as services proceed at St Patrick’s Church and Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Dennty Mullany Ireland Dood National Capitol Murlany St. Mary's Iale Cork Hospital Thurles Tipperary Dennis Walsh Thumes Sisters of Mercy Order Fourteenth E Streets St. Patrick's Church Pather Carroll Burlat National Press Club Catholic Knights of America Ancient Order of Hibernians J. Fred Kelley John Kennelly Evening Star Wiliam Wi. Richardson John H.iter W. H. Walker Frank B. Richards Washington Post Catholic Church Sitl C. Sine Bator Mothyg Stead Mephew Mis An. Sian

TUDGE DENOUNCES GRAFT IN PUBLIC WORKS

Supreme Justice Wesley C. Howant denounces graft as just as costly as concrete and steel in public works. He criticizes the Ashokan valley condemnation project for waste, disorder, and confusion, urging honest construction and accountability.

Troy Wesley C. Howant New York City Howard Ashokan Valley

Northwest switchmen strike hangs on Perham’s Washington mission

A broad labor conflict in the Northwest centers on H B Perham of the AFL railway branch traveling to Washington to seek federal intervention. Leaders in Chicago and St Paul weigh general strike risk as unions, including switchmen and clerks, reportedly remain ready to act on short notice. The General Managers Association rejects outside intervention and says railroads will handle inquiries themselves.

St Paul Mion Der Northwest H. B. Perham Washington Perham Chicago P. T. Hawley Switchmen’s Union of North America Harshbarger Harahbarger General Managers Association of the Railroads Interstate Earn Merce “Commission Trufik American Federation of Labor

Conference Ties Strike to Possible Compromise

H B Perham of the AF of L railway department, Martin A Knapp of the Interstate Commerce Commission, and Charles Neill of the Federal Labor Department meet Friday in Washington to mediate a possible settlement between striking switchmen and railway managers. The Erdman act mediators may help end the dispute, with Taft informed.

H. B. Perham Runway Department American Federation of Labor Martin A. Knapp Te Interstate Commerce Commission Charles Neill Bshea Perham Commissioner of Labor Messia Knapp Neill

Zionists Near a Schism at Hamburg Congress

Delegates at the Zionist congress in Hamburg clash over strategy to establish a Hebrew state in Palestine. Extremists threaten secession and a separate movement led by Dr Stand of the Austrian reichsrat, while the executive committee retains confidence by a large vote.

Boetins Hamburg Dec Executive J Palestine Dr. Stand Reichsrath

Optimists Club lecture on Manila governance and climate

A lecture at the Church of Our Father by A. F. Ferguson, under the Optimists Club, discussed Manila municipal government climate and customs. The speaker summarized a six month cycle of opinion, noting initial cursing, later adjustment, and eventual attachment. It was the second in a series of free talks by the club.

Church of Our Father A. F. Ferguson Cbareh Manila Varguson Optimists Club

Beskeminge Right Foot Stashed Amputation Scene

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a medical incident involving a right foot, hospital context, and a mention of possible amputation. The readable text hints at urgent care and surgical decision making, but specifics such as patient names, dates, or locations are unclear.

Instructions for Veterans at White House Reception

Veterans of the Spanian-american war affiliated with the Dolted Span ish War Veterans Association in the District will receive orders from Department Commander Mawson today. They must assemble at the G A R Hall at 1 o'clock Saturday morning in dress uniform or plain black clothes with white flowers. Instructions will be mailed to each veteran today.

Murder Return for Charity in Massachusetts House

A tramp killed the elderly man he was sheltering at a house in Douglas Massachusetts. A young waiter, asking warmth, attacked the 70 year old husband, inflicting fatal throat injuries and a severe wound to the chest. A suspect was arrested nearby.

Douglas Mass Wer Eltchen Charles Potter Wayterer Ehrieka

Notable Hotel Guests and Stays Across Cities

A fragmented list of visitors and residents at hotels in major cities names numerous individuals by initials and surnames. The garbled text references Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Boston, and other locales with assorted guests and travelers, indicating a society pages item detailing hotel associations and notable names.

Give Me the Man With the Baby

Dr Peters argues that fatherhood transforms men into diligent providers and moral examples. A baby steadies habits, sharpens ambition, and motivates work, thrift, and self-restraint, making fathers better for their families and society. The piece extols baby as a national asset and the supreme incentive for effort.

Fatherhrood Lane Gs

Cook Sought in Michigan After Detroit Train Sightings

Detroit reports a diligent search by newspaper men failed to find Dr. F A Cook in the city. A sighting suggested a man resembling him boarded a train from London Ontario to Detroit with speculation he might head to Mount Clemens or Jackson, Michigan to take oaths or visit relatives. He was not located in either city tonight.

Detroit Dec Newepaper FA. Cook London Mount Clemens Jackson Mich

Pape's Diuretic Promises Quick Kidney Relief

An ad asserts Pape's Diuretic cures backache and bladder trouble by cleansing the kidneys. It claims rapid relief from lameness, headaches, dizziness, irritability, and insomnia, with night urination ending and overall vitality restored. Purchasers are urged to buy the 58 cent treatment from druggists.

Pape

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