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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1908

Page

23

Father Sons Hold Father Prisoner After Woman Murder

John Randall was found slain in his home near Barnard North Carolina as his two sons aged fourteen and fifteen kept guard with shotguns through the night. They testified that they captured him after discovering his wife dying in the road, and held him in the same room near her bier while authorities arrived. Mrs Randall died from wounds described as inflicted by her husband, with the boys presented as eyewitnesses to the tragedy and its immediate aftermath. The coroner and officers took Randall into custody at daybreak. The scene and testimony mark a grim family tragedy with the boys acting as improvised guardians in a fatal event.

Washington John Joel Blardall Cheely John Randall Bier Hs Han Uffuers Vora Oil Joan Randall Barnard N.C Gome Husha Randall Bovine Ted Gang Tan Quintite Fovaene Marshall Plainfield N. J Fez Witliam de la Hoche Anderson Watchung Mountain Kr. Anderson Anderson

Roads Answer Complaints Against North Carolina Rates

The document reports a complaint response over railroad and road rates affecting North Carolina and Virginia ports. It notes the case involves merchants, competition, and alleged discrimination against North Carolina routes versus Virginia ports, with mentions of Durham Wriston and Petersburg.

Kate Phewaanmeton Faith Costa Today Nashville Ratsways North Carolina Ninanion Demist Durham Wristonayey Virginia North Mose Seneulna Carolina Dagar Courrat Wren Road Care Lenchburg Petersburg

Warden Commits Suicide Amid Health Struggles at Prison

Charles Tiwidex, warden of the state penitentiary at Moundsville, died by jumping from his office window. Reports say health issues and recent advisement by physicians played a role. he had previously lived in Borrsonville, Kentucky, and served during a period of reform programs across several counties.

Aedes Feng Charles Tiwidex Moundsville Cheroy Tihath

Jury Dismisses Archer in Norfolk Case

In a terse session Archer case ends as Archer and associates faced trial. Reports note police had earlier detained several witnesses but defense argues insufficient evidence. The judge granted dismissal without prejudice while investigators continue to review related documents and alibi claims.

Court awards $800000 in coal lands suit loss

A New York City based company and others lost a suit valued at $800,000 over coal lands. The State Supreme Court ordered the parties to form the necessary agreement and pay the prices, with several defendants notified. In other news, local elections saw turnout and a mayoral vote, while social notices record a church wedding and candidates for attorney general.

Washington Post Grarion Decisian Canapa Astern Corporation New York City Eave Nuticn State Supreme Court

Oyster conference moves to Richmond talks in Annapolis

In Annapolis on February 7 the Maryland senate passed a joint resolution to form a commission to go to Richmond for conference with the legislature there on joint oyster legislation for the Potomac River. Senate members Lintiicum Greenwell Brashears Muburo and Andrews named. a related option bill was introduced by Senator Baker. House action followed last week. hearings begin next Tuesday week with Anti-calvon League on the program. A Baltimore public utilities commission bill, proposed by Mr Maley, would create a panel including the mayor, the city’s comptroller, the president of the second branch, and two appointees to examine public service corporations and seek relief for residents.

Sparlat Tra Washington Post State House Annapolis Senate Maryland Richmond Potomac River Sctis Lintiicum, Greenwell Brashears Muburo Andrews Baker Harford House

Senate Votes Repeal Repeats All Amendments

Richmond Va feb 1 By a 5 to 4 senate vote the chamber passed the repeal measure with amendments. the bill faces a longer discussion period as Halsey and Mamundson spoke. In the House John R Rew proposed an amendment for popular election of revenue commissioners. The resolution awaits ratification by the people to take effect. An investigation into Judge Blackstone's charges may extend the session.

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Twenty Years for Hale and Trial at Joneshorn

The jury returned a verdict of second degree murder for Hale in the case of Uhy Davis. The judge warned the jury that the sentence could be denied or a new trial granted, and Davis, brother of Lal lie Davis, faces murder charges in a separate case. The December actions relate to objections over ACE Fiale's attention to his sister, with Hale accused of murdering his brother Victim.

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Resigns Under Charges In Kanawha County Court

Judge McDonald resigns from the Kanawha County Circuit Court amid impeachment proceedings on bribery drunkenness and immorality charges. The resignation was accepted by the other two court members ending the case abruptly. Meanwhile William Nesbitt of Washington County died at age 62 in Monroe Maryland after a long residence there. Prisoners in Winchester are to be put to work cleaning streets per a new mayoral proclamation.

Speraal Warliveton East Chartestan W. Wa Pebot—Tuethas Join & McDonald Kanawha County McDonald C. B. Darby Wasmagton Pau Rockville William Nesbitt Monrose Bridt Nesbitt Washington County Sermitt Lon Washington Post Winchester Baker Mon Lee Tuagiva Law Te Tuuend United States Circuit Court of Appoats Tolay Madison J Bray Tnislee Evantsile Contract Canyon Witd Gemge Wo Harkersbies WooVa J. A. Dap Noanehe Petitone Anity Wo Vandervort Tucketaburg W. Va AB. Fowler Hschyune National Bank of Hschyune National Bank of Syeaenae N.Y Jalan F. Palmer Anpelice Cénteal Chenil Abingdon Veayimtou Bevagid Apuoliant Union ‘Rest Company Roberto Furuxt Himaie Adigwed Aaundela Rowena Tink Campuns Alesandria

Stranded Vessel Floated Near Norfolk Va Inshore

A damaged OCR item reports a Norwegian vessel ashore near Norfolk Virginia that has been floated and arrived safely, with no injuries noted. The ad text promotes PASO OINTMENT for healing burns and eye issues, claiming fast cure times and low prices.

Wesmucan Norfolk

Wrecking at Alexandria Bank Leads to Heavy Sentences and Inquiries

In Hastings Court a grand jury indicted Ernest L. Dashiell on six counts including forgery and grand larceny connected to a bank wrecking case at Leopte's Hark in Alexandria. The fate of Alex B. Butt hinges on verdicts, with potential ranges from 28 years to 26 years in the penitentiary. The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce banquet looms with railroad leaders expected to discuss city prosperity and freight issues. Also reported: a missing local girl, a death penalty stay for George Midgets, a Alexandria woman’s Paralysis death, and upcoming wedding invitations for Vittoria Peed and Charles Townsend.

Wuahingtons Norfolk Hastings Court Dartsmouth Ernest L. Castaell Duskie L. Harrell Duskien Click & Purnell E. Purnell Clark Colert K. Dex Laverpool London and Globe Insurance Company New York Clark & Purnell Latie Omeer Leopte Alex B. Butt Butt Washington Post Bureau King Strot Alexandeia Alexandrian Chamber of Commerce Alexandria Ulek Rmt3s Council Southern Railway Company Trix Vittoria Johnson Peed Charles H. Townsend Waslington A. PD. Brockett North Washington Street

Woman Charged With Libel and Forgery Case

A Maryland area report states Mrs Sadie Krise of Hanover filed a charge against Cover Fremely for a libelous anonymous letter mentioning his name. Fremely was arrested on libel and forgery charges after a handwriting analysis deemed the letters identical to Cover. He was committed to jail in default of bond.

Thagerstown Aid Sohn T. ‘Wer Migerstown Sadie Krise Eanover Krigo Jan

Hearing ends on Bristol judge Willam Rhea confirmation

Washington Port Richmond Va February 7 the joint legislative committee heard charges against Judge Willam TF Rhea Bristol appointed to the corporation commission by Governor Swanson. Hearing concluded with witnesses and arguments. Report to come soon likely Monday with indications of exoneration and confirmation. No proof of bribery or corrupt practices in two elections. A minority report possible.

Washington Richmond Willam TF. Rhea Bristol Gov. Swanson Corporation Commission Joint Legislative Committee

Prolong Life With Dr Miles Heart Cure Claims

An advertisement extols Dr Miles Heart Cure as a life extending tonic for weak hearts. It recounts a Portland Maine man who suffered faint spells and near death, then improved after two to three bottles. The testimonial promises relief and a money back guarantee from Miles Medical Co.

Miles Co Ness Portland Elkhart Inde Mount Dee

Isthmian Canal Commission awards Gatun power plant contract

The Isthmian Canal Commission yesterday awarded General Electric Company of Schenectady New York a contract to furnish a power plant for the Gatun locks construction. The maximum cost is 197000, and delivery on the isthmus will occur within four days from the contract date.

Gatun Locks Isthmian Canal

First foreign teams arrive for New York to Paris car race

The Kaiserin Auguste Victoria docked in New York bringing Germany's Lieut Koeppen and Engineer Hans Knape along with four French teams and one Italian entry aboard La Lorraine. Four American cars are entered with possible additions. The路 race begins at Times Square, proceeds across the United States to Seattle then Alaska to Nome, then Siberia, totaling about 20 000 miles and 26 to 30 days.

New York Banra Paris Behring Strait Siberia Times Square Forty-second Street Broadway Ila San Francisco Seattle Valdez Alaska Nome Strait East Cape

Shoe Day Charity on the Bowery by Congressman Sullivan

In New York the Bowery hosts Shoe Day as Congressman Timothy D. Sullivan distributes new shoes and woolen socks to help men in need. The annual event, Sullivan’s pet charity, drew more than 6,000 attendees before doors opened at the club rooms.

Bowery New York Timothy D. Sullivan Tim Sullivan Esterday

Virginia Obituary Notices Across towns Feb 7

Obituaries from Wouilstoc Fredericksburg Danville Warrenton Hots Charlottesville and Roanoke note deaths of Joseph Rorenberger Tishard Hughlett Bread E J Brown James L Chamberlain Malinda King Anderson John Edward Tall Suean E F Johnson and relatives. Ages range from late forties to eighty two with varied survivors and local ties.

Wouilstoc Joseph Rorenberger Ainery Ears Ok Weogstrek Isbur Fredericksburg Tishard Hughlett Brafford County Frame C. A. Bryan Stafford Court House Bryan Cheespeake City Ma. Hao Virginia Stafford County Braffort County Court Danville E J. Brown Johnson Hume Washington Frank Hume

Meat Pie with Potato Crust and Other Dishes

A collection of old recipe instructions for meat pie with potato crust, potato crust dough, rice croquettes, stuffed cabbage, olive oil cake, coffee cake, and Pompeian olive oil brand. Steps outline simmering beef, preparing crusts, forming croquettes, stuffing cabbage, and baking. Includes ingredient lists and hints for frying and baking.

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