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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1908

Page

3

Fight for Guyahoga Brown Calls a Conference

Long article details a split within the Republican party over Foraker and Taft. Walter Brown chairs the pro Foraker group urging a Columbus meeting to assembly a new committee and challenge the Taft faction. Mentions election boards, state rules, and possible private plenary sessions to influence the May primary.

Taft Washington Post Oneland Ohin Star Foraker Ivsioga County Election Board Pro Foraker Cabil Otate Don Folen Walter Brown

Funeral Directors Listing with area firms and prices

A dense compact list of funeral directors and related services with multiple firms named. Includes WM H Sardo Co, Thomas Ssergeon successors, Costello Funeral Director, Geo P Zurhorst, William Lee, Frank Geier’s Son, John R Wright Co, R F Harvey’s Sons, W R Speare, Frank A Salare, Geo C Shaffer Florist, and Blackistone's. Contains contact numbers and remarks on prices and services. The listing resembles an old city directory or obituary/funeral section.

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 funding kept open for Dr Stafford tribute

Donation requests from adv ers of the late Dr Stafford prompt a continued fund drive for a public memorial. The memorial committee will decide form. arrangements for a 4 pm service next Sunday at the District Building are set. Chase Theater is donated, music from St Patricks Church and Marine Band, with speakers to be announced Wednesday.

Adv Dr Stafford Yeaterday Cather Stafford P BB Chase Ubote St Patricken Church Marine Band Ahlp Lantermann

Bishop Satterlee Ordains Deacon and Priest at St Wats

The Episcopal ordination service at St Wats Church in Abermt Ry saw Waller Pierson ordained as deacon and Rev Jamies Van Foo ordained priest. The ceremony, led by Bishop Satterlee, included an address by Dr George Williamson Smith and featured Rev Jem HH Dele and Rev Dr WL De Vries of St Marks assisting.

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

Rev George Waller spoke at the Christian Association meeting noting two figures and their faith. He contrasted perseverance and steadfast devotion with public doubt, urging sincere commitment to God amid trials as voices filled the room.

Father Russell in City Ceremony Delivers Saint Mass

The event records Tex Folbs Ville J Rosell leading a ceremony in Heit wi whe Tas with deacon Tex Satum and subdeacon WeGae assisting. Clergy and family gathered as vows and blessings were performed, marking the parish rite in a formal procession.

Tex Rosell Paul

Grade Crossings Removed In Wisconsin System

The article details a policy shift in Wisconsin to remove grade crossings on main lines while many rural crossovers remain, aiming to improve rail safety. It notes 784 crossings eliminated overall during the period, with a focus on benefits to those previously crossing tracks at grade and a reduction of dangerous intersections.

Reassessment of New York Insurance Dept Under Kelsey

Albany Feb 2 The Fleming report on the state insurance department criticizes Superintendent Otto Kelsey appointed by the late Gov. Wyseins. It accuses inefficiency and failure to reform the bureau of investments and policy dividend issues, noting inadequate audits and lack of action against unsafe practices. The report urges thorough reorganization to restore discipline and effectiveness.

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

Flying Machine Bid Draws Interest at Army Trials

Old news reports note Gen Allen Cief Senat Officer details for a new flying machine. The specification lists weight limits and fuel for a flight test, with bids received and a planned trial at Joist in ham. The board has allocated funds while details remain secret.

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

Illinois reunion at Carroll Institute Hall dancing and refreshments

Anklands reunion to be held Tuesday evening at Carroll Institute Hall on Fenth Street between New York Avenue and A Street Northwest. Dancing will begin at six o clock with refreshments to follow. Maurtin serves as association president and FEM Wintersert chairs the entertainment committee.

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

Father is accused in cruelty case involving son and daughter

Henmin Herbert aged 45 and his two children Mazie aged 14 and Benjamin Jr aged 7 were detained by Precinct Detective Stuath Herbert 13 at the Fifth precinct. The father is charged with cruelty to a child under eighteen, the children with improper environment. Herbert is to be arraigned in Police Court tomorrow morning. Benjamin Jr is expected to testify. Mazie is alleged by police 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 ident eliminates murder in New York case

Martin Kiennen a 35 year old German real estate dealer was found dead in the wreck of the old sloop Andrew Jackson at Jackson Creek mouth near North Belch Flushing Bay. An examination showed a self-inflicted throat wound and a left wrist gash. He had a fortune but spent it quickly, lived in cafes, and recently vanished, with initial police belief of foul play now ruled out.

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 nears as Rhea probe ends

The Richmond Virginia report notes lawmakers plan to move a road funding bill Tuesday amid rising support for more state road funds and opposition from saloon interests. The Rhea investigation appears near resolution, with a favorable report expected from the joint committee. A separate pension fund bill for retired teachers draws attention, proposing a 1 percent payroll tax to fund pensions.

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

Centenary of Archdiocese Celebrations in New York

The Catholic centenary festival will unfold the week of April 26 in New York marking ten years since the founding of the archdiocese. Cardinal Gibbons and bishops from across the United States, Ireland, and a papal legate will attend along with archbishops from several cities. Thousands of Catholics are expected to travel for the observance, though the inaugural events will start April 20 due to scheduling.

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 triggers police mystery at Briarhead resident's home

Police from the Second precinct confronted a bloodstained coat found at 1727 Sixth Street NW near Mrs. James Rink's home yesterday morning. Ambros Green of Briarhead, arrested Saturday, claimed the coat and money cards were from him after officers recovered two ten-dollar bills in a pocket.

Finaing James Rink Sith Street Ambros Treen Briarhead Loxicouon Grew Greens

Man Arrested Over Pocketbook Snatching Case

John Davis colored was arrested Saturday night on suspicion of involvement in a recent pocketbook snatching. He was brought before Miss Jeanette Kell at the Arlington Hotel after she was robbed about three weeks ago. Kell could not positively identify him as the thief. Davis claims an alibi and will be investigated further.

John Davis Colored Jeanette Kell Arlington Hotel Milas Kelly Jill Daslsdenes Miss Kelly Archemis Monax Ardoms Monax Nature Feang

Traction Company Sues Railroad Over Street Car Tracks

A traction company filed suit in the district supreme court against Pennsylvania Railroad claiming 10.3 in damages. The suit arises from the laying of street car tracks on First Street between Eastap Tel and B Street, and the excavation work for the railroad tunnel narrowed First Street and caused the dispute.

Ma Warmington Hamas Cyneiny Pennsylvania Railroad Fhrst Eastap Tel B Street

Ground Hog Dispatches Weather Weather Talk Turns Odd

A misquoted antique tale about Arctemys Monax the ground hog and his shadow antics as weather forecaster. The piece mocks public attention and notes forecasts predicting continued cold with slight warmth possible later, citing a valiant but cryptic exchange between the animal and the weather official.

Indoor and Outdoor Grin at the VW A Hosts Meeting and Banquet

The VW A held its annual meeting and banquet at the new Cafeteria at 6th and F streets. Miss Prosence Brown announced a membership contest running February 6 to March 1, with Arms and Navy divisions and daily display in the association lunch room at 12th and T and Cafeteria 625 Fi street. Corcoran Gallery of Art opens February 29 for Lome Women’s Christian Association members, 6 to 10 pm. Officers elected include President Miss Marzle Kunsman, First Vice President Miss M Carne Smith, Second Vice President Wass Elizabeth M Baull, Third Vice President Miss Mildred Bardelow, Recording Secretary Miss Alice Crane, Corresponding Secretary Miss I A Mentzer, Historian Miss Alice Smith, 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 To Be Held At Turst Church

An important prohibition rally is planned next Friday at Turst Presbyterian Church near C Street NW. Speeches will be given by U S Senators RY Taylor and JB Frazie from Tennessee, Rep T W Sims, Senator John H Bankhead of Alabama, Rep Ric Pearson Hobson, Rep Nathan W Hale of Tennessee presiding, with William H Fyans directing the musical program. District prohibitionists Climton Smith and Rev Wihar P Crafts headline the local participants along with John R Mghones Flynn Vowles and others.

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 Report Near Center Market Leaves Man Slugged

John Schultz of 1007 Maryland Avenue Southwest was found semi conscious by police at Seventh and Water Streets Northwest. He told officers two men robbed him near Center Market after offering a drink from a bottle. Schultz awoke later with $8 in bills and a black pocketbook missing.

Jount Schultz Maryland Avenue Wis Seventh and Water Streets Usr Center Market Seventh Wate

Congressman's Gun Stolen In Texas Apartment Break In

Representative C D Carter of Texas reported a burglary at his Normandie apartment at Teenth and streets northwest. A gold scarf pin a gold cuff buttons two ri... (text truncated) The theft occurred from an unlocked trunk. Carter left his room key with an elevator bay Friday night and found the room ransacked upon return. Value listed as $0. Also notes a forthcoming Pebsyhama Club entertainment and smoker at 143 house fifteenth and E streets northwest with a program and collation.

C D Carter Texas Polce Normandie Tifteenth Carter

Rooster Fights Bulldog In New York Street Show

Odd tale from Plymouth Rock owner William Hank of Thomflein as his rooster battles a bulldog through yards and streets. The terrier snarls then retreats, the rooster drives the bulldog off, and a crowd watches as spurs and a weapon drawn by the driver end the chase. The report also notes nearby crime, barber exploits, and a graveyard theft spree in different items.

Terre New York Plymouth Rock Wiliam Hanki Thomflein Reu Hank Une

Stray Dogs Caught In City Pound Reports

Poundmaster Elrste reports January totals with 328 animals caught on the streets. Of these 328, 446 were dogs, and 3 were euthanized by chloroform.

Elrste

Lonkkeons for Charity Fund at the Y M C A

The article notes charity fund efforts at the Young Men's Christian Association from April 2 to 25, aiming to raise money to aid Garfield Hospital patients during summer. It mentions generous patronage and a focus on luncheon service, with ladies of the board handling arrangements during vacations.

Young Mens Christian Association Garfield Hospital

PIANOLAS FOR THE FLEFs INSTRUMENTS AND OFFICERS NOTES

Fragmented report discusses pianolas and instruments aboard a naval vessel, naming officers, staff, and supply details. It references the Institute of Tort Tens nf Binhedeed Fadd and mentions wardroom plans, music selections, and the role of warrant officers in supplying entertainment and harmonies for the crew.

Lee Verolla

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