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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1908

Page

17

Fight for Guyahoga Brown Calls a Conference

In a dramatic move the pro Foraker forces push for a Columbus meeting to reorganize county committees citing Taft alignment. The effort follows calls from Walter Brown and others to challenge election boards, with plans for a state convention as part of a wider power struggle within the Republican party.

Washington Post Oneland Ohin Star Foraker Ivsioga County Election Board Pro Foraker Cabil Otate Don Folen Walter Brown Grinaries Foraker Marietta Republican Central Committee Washington County Cerapilanca Bronson Jran Sery Taft Dawes

Funeral Directors Listings in Capital City Obituary Row

A compact directory of local funeral directors and associated services listing WM H Sardo Co Thos S Sergeron and successors Caps, John R Wright Co, Harvey's Sons, W R Speare, Frank A Salare, Gurde Florist, Blackistone's and other firms with addresses and telephone numbers for memorial arrangements and funeral desig ns in the capital area.

WM H Sardo & Co Sergeon Cain Thos A. Costello FUN EF Iralmer Geo P Zurhorst Vnifetarsa William Lee Tates Trematorium Modest Pricgs Vann Gist Ave Frank Geier Wi Saventh John R. Wright Co Eral Dire Lwlahrers Telepone North

Memorial for Dr Stafford Remains Open to March

Public funds for a memorial to the late Dr Stafford will remain open until March. A public memorial meeting is planned at the District Building next Sunday at 4 pm, with free admission except for stage boxes. Speakers will include distinguished names announced midweek, and music will be provided by the St Patricea Church choir and a Marine Band section.

Adin'rera Dr Stafford Beyea Tather Stafford P B Chase Ubote St Patricea Church Marine Band Santermann

Bishop Satterlee ordains deacon and priest in Abermt Ry

The Episcopal Church ceremony at St Wats Church on Phird and A streets Abermt Ry ordained Mr Waller Pierson as a deacon and Rev Jamies Van foo as a priest. The ordination sermon was delivered by Rev Jem HH Dele with assistance from Rev Dr WL De Vries. Details mention the bishop’s approval at Wootirison and connections to Trinity Cal Ife furtford Coun and St Marks who hosted the ceremony.

Tenis Yates Satterlee Washiston Waller Pierson Jamies van Foo St Wats Church Phird George Williamson Smith Truity Cal Ife Furtford Coun Jem HH St Marks WL de Vries Wootirison Sur Case University SQ van Foun Fing Olapeul Howard Tm St Morks Chapel

Lesson From Two Sauls at the Chrestiin Association

Rev Georre Waller spoke at the Chrestiin Association yesterday, reflecting on faith and trials. He quoted biblical figures, contrasted perseverance with doubt, and noted a crowd in the lobby during a lecture, with thirty voices debating the issue.

Georre Waller Chrestiin Association Ius Mr Miller King Jay Hewul

Father Russell in City Deacon Ceremonies Attend

Tex Folbs Ville J Rosell of Holtwi attends a church event with Deacon Tex Satum and subdeacon Tex Irroll. The ceremonies include a blessing and mentions of Paul ks light committee. The article notes the parents Cul and Vifore presenting a child for baptism.

Tex Ville Rosell Holtwi Paul

Grade Crossings Removed Across Pennsylvania Rail Network

A historical report notes sweeping grade crossing eliminations in Pennsylvania and surrounding regions during a defined period. The program targeted dangerous crossings on main lines while leaving numerous rural interfaces. Officials claim the reductions boosted overall rail safety and reduced street level risks for pedestrians and motorists.

Kelsey’s Control Criticized by Fleming Report

Albany February 2 The Fleming report on the State insurance department condemns Superintendent Otto Kelsey appointed by the late governor Wygins. It criticizes lax oversight, weak investigations, and failure to flag securities and dividends, urging thorough reorganization and stronger enforcement to restore credibility of New York insurance supervision.

Albany N State Insurance Department Otto Kelse Wygins Matthew C Fleming Hughes Senate Kelsey New York Ylening Harriman Insurance Corporation Fleming Herriman Atwarys Bureau Washington Lifes Ilegal Supe Tendent Hendricks Insurance Department Companis Lottie Uhe Altton Provident Savings Joaumrynd Kuisey Insurance Mi Elsey Ts Realienss Alan Captor

Open Flying Machine bids receive from Oldinc and Porches

The board reports bids for a flying machine with a 164 pound weight plus fuel for 120 miles, meeting military specs issued by General Allen. A trial fight was planned at a joist ham remving site, details kept secret and funds provided for the machine.

Youneu Saruragy Lincom Allen Cief Senat Miehme Ham Rem Allen Havi Tin Machine Ie Im

Illinois Reunion Announcement at Carroll Institute Hall

Anklands reunion invites members of the Ulvists State Association to Carroll Institute Hall on Tuesday evening for a social gathering. Dancing and refreshments planned with Ho Maurtin as association president and FEM Winterset as entertainment chair.

State Association Carroll Institute Hall Anklands Fenth Street New York Avenue Congress Maurtin Assocrium FEM Vintercert

Father Herbert Held on Cruelty Charge in District

Henmin Herbert aged 45, an employee of Capital Traction Company, was arrested with his two children Mazie 14 and Benjamin Jr 7 after a police raid on 80s Fourth Street SE. Herbert is charged with cruelty to a child, the children with improper environment. Arrraignment set for Police Court tomorrow morning. Benjamin Jr may testify for the defense, while Mazie is alleged to have been mistreated.

Henmin Herbert Fourth Street Capital Traction Company Mazte Benjamin Jr Stuath Herbert Fifth Pre Net Fabher Herbert Mazio Benjamin, Jr

Death by own action body identified in sloop wreck

Martin Kiennen a 35 year old German real estate dealer was found dead with a slit throat in the wreck of the old sloop Andrew Jackson at the mouth of Jackson Creek near North Belch Flushing Bay. Initially thought murder, autopsy showed death by self inflicted wound. He lived at 157 East Thirty first street formerly with office at 181 Broadway. Friends say he drank heavily and spent money quickly despite a fortune left by his father. His wife and child reportedly live in Europe.

Washington Post New York Andrew Jackson Jackson Creek North Belch Flushing Bay Martin Kiennen East Thirty-first Street Broadway Astoria Kennen Wille Europe Klennen Murray Hill Park Avenue

Road Bill Special Order in Virginia Legislature

Richmond Va Feb 2 The bill to increase the convict road force is set as special order for Tuesday The opposition has recently diminished and the main issue is a large appropriation for state aid with patrons asking 250600 The sentiment favors a substantial road fund increase amid legislative debate The Rhea investigation nears an end and a favorable report to Judge Rhea is anticipated Salo on opposition centers on liquor law reform while the anti saloon league leans toward regulation rather than full prohibition A retirement teachers fund proposal taxes each school teacher 1 percent of annual salary for a pooled fund and pensions equal to half salary after 25 years service

Washkington Post Richmond Irge Fa O Ta Rhea Rhea Beeguil Anil Saloon League Thas

Centennial of Archdiocese Celebrated in New York

A grand Catholic celebration marks ten years since the Archdiocese of New York was founded. Cardinal Gibbons and Irish archbishops attend with bishops from across the United States. The event spans the week of April 26 with a formal opening on the 20th, drawing thousands of Catholics from coast to coast.

Accese New York Aogve Arenimisnop Armagh Ireland Giocese St Patrick Cardinal Gibbons Archbshops St Paul Ryan Philidelphia Quigie Hidge Keene Dubuque Stessmer Milwaukee Glennon St Louis Piordin San Francisco

Bloody coat fuels police wrong murder scare

Police at the Second precinct investigated a bloodied coat found at Mrs James Rink’s home on 1727 Sixth Street Northwest. The garment belonged to Ambrose Green of Briarhead who was later arrested. Loxicouon Grew was also detained after authorities recovered Green’s cards and two ten dollar bills from the coat pocket.

Finaing James Rink Sith Street Ambros Treen Briarhead Loxicouon Grew Greens

Suspect Arrested in Pocketbook Snatching Case

John Davis colored was arrested Saturday night on suspicion of involvement in a recent pocketbook snatching. He appeared yesterday before Miss Jeanette Kell at the Arlington Hotel, who identified a resemblance but could not confirm guilt. Investigators continue to establish alibi and chase further evidence.

John Davis Colored Jeanette Kell Arlington Hotel Milas Kelly Jill Daslsdenes Miss Kelly

Traction Company Sues Railroad Over Streetcar Tracks

The Traction Company filed suit in the district supreme court seeking 10.3 from the Pennsylvania Railroad. It alleges the railroad’s tunneling and construction on Eastap el and B street narrowed First Street, restricting street car operations during excavation for the tunnel project.

Ma Warmington Hamas Cyneiny Pennsylvania Railroad Fhrst Eastap Tel B Street

Ground Hog Seethes Over Weather Forecasts and Shadow Pranks

The article mocks Arctemys Monax the ground hog famed for predicting winter. It notes his displeasure at being called a mere symbol, his claim the next forty days will be cold, and his shadow pranks despite optimism for warmer weather. Public attention centers on February 2 and lingering frigid forecasts with temperatures ranging from single digits to the mid 16s. The piece mixes playful gossip with meteorological notes about the season’s cold spell and the official weather outlook.

Archemis Monax Ardoms Monax Nature Feang Becaus

Indoor Outdoor Grin at VW A Holds Annual Meeting Banquet

The VW A annual meeting and banquet were held at the Cafeteria 625 Fi street with green and yellow decor. Miss Prosence Brown announced a new membership contest starting February 6 noon to March 1. Officers elected include Miss Marzle Kunsman president and Miss M Carne Smith first vice president, plus other posts and treasurer Miss Berth Pulsics.

Prosence Brown Wot Arms Navy Fi Street Corcoran Galery of Art Lome Womens Christian Association Marzle Kunsman M Carne Smith Wass Elizabeth M_ Baul Mies Mildred Bardbelow Alice Crane I A Mentzer Alice Smith Miss Berth

Rally for Prohibition at Turst Presbyterian Church

A large prohibition rally is planned for next Friday at Turst Presbyterian Church near C Street Northwest. Speakers include Senators RY Taylor and JB Frazie of Tennessee and Senator John H Bankhead of Alabama with Representatives Nathan W Hale and Ric Pearson Hobson among others, plus musical oversight by William H Fyans. District leaders Climton Smith and John R Mghones Flynn Vowles and others will participate.

Turst Presbyterian Marshall Place C Street John 3 Saenderson Order of Rachalettes RY Taylor JB Frazie Tennessee W_ sims John H Bankhead Rand Pearson Hobson Alabama Nathan W Hale William H Fyans Climton Smith Wihar P Crafts John R Mghones Flynn Vowles Philip Tegerer John JT Bunch

Robbery Suspect Drugged Victim Near Center Market

Jount Schultz of 1007 Maryland Avenue SW was found semiconscious by police at Seventh and Water Streets NW. He was taken to the station and told officers two men robbed him near Center Market after one offered a drink from a bottle. Schultz said he had eight dollars in bills and a black pocketbook taken.

Jount Schultz Maryland Avenue Wis Seventh and Water Streets Usr Center Market Seventh Wate Sun North Broaéna Lote Preston Auale Negress Sears Arnie Barbers Board of Examinera Lotte Preston Ste Murph Broadway North Market

Congressman Carter Reports Apartment Robbed In Texas

Representative C D Carter of Texas reported a break in at his Normandie apartment at Fifteenth and streets northwest. A gold scarf pin a gold cuff button set two rizors and two revolvers were stolen from an unlocked trunk. He left his key with an elevator bay Friday night and found the room ransacked on return. Property value listed as zero. The Persian Club plans an entertainment and smoker at Fifteenth and E streets northwest Saturday night featuring talks by members and guests with a collation served.

C D Carter Texas Polce Normandie Tifteenth Carter Peapsyhama Club Fifteenth Northwet

Rooster Fights Bulldog in New York City Alley

A Plymouth Rock rooster owned by William Hankin of Thomfl ein Bh T battles a bulldog through Manhattan streets. The dog grips the rooster by the throat in a yard, the rooster then frees itself and continues the fray, with witnesses recounting the chaotic pursuit across several blocks. The scene ends as the bulldog is subdued and the rooster remains vigilant.

Terre New York Plymouth Rock Wiliam Hanki Thomflein Reu Hank Une

Stray Dog Catching Report By City Poundmaster

The city poundmaster reports January totals: 328 total animals caught while at large, 446 were dogs. Thirty four wandering canines were netted on the last day of January, and 3 dogs were euthanized by chloroform.

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Lonkkeons for Charity Fund HON A Maman

The Ladies of the Garfield Hospital charity plan a fund event at the Young Men's Christian Association hall from April 2 to 25. They aim to raise money to sustain hospital patients through summer, offering generous luncheons with ample pans and service.

Lonkkeons HON A Maman Young Mens Christian Association Garfield Hospital

Pianos for the Fleet: Offbeat Naval Instrument Purchases

A garbled 1916 era note describes leased and purchased instruments for naval bands, mentioning pianolas, harmoniums, and string sections. It cites arrangements for officers, wardroom musicians, and warrant officers, with hints of quarterly plans, division roles, and a push to select popular songs for onboard performances.

Dmiral Evans Pacific Coast Aeolian Company Sanders & Stayman CO

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