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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
9
A Washington Post special from Annapolis reports heated debate as local option bills prompt fierce exchange led by Dawkins chairing a tense meeting. Gov Crothers signs Good Roads measure. suffrage amendment advances to third reading amid political maneuvering and questions over rider implications.
A bill abolishes fees in a broad education reform, prompting debate over testing books and pilot programs. Lawmakers discuss constitutional concerns and the impact on funding, with strong divisions about extending charges beyond current limits.
Members from Thehmond committee support purchasing the Battle Abbey site to create a terrace park named Battle Park. The plan ties to the Central shop and thus aligns with preservation of the Confederate Museum area and concedes to remunction with local authorities.
Fragmented item notes two drownings in the Wye River near Wallicton and a jumble of court case listings from the United States Court of Appeals and District Courts. The garbled text mentions Water Green and Owents, a failed rescue, and multiple named appellants and defendants across Maryland and Virginia courts.
Special to The Waenineten Fort Roanoke Vn Feb 11 Mayor Joe Catching spoke to the Greek colony at city hall urging better understanding between Greeks and citizens. He read notes from Gow Swanson and the Greek Consul and promised police protection while warning against vigilante acts. He also urged closing businesses on Sundays and attending church. Nearly every Greek in the city attended and adopted regulators in response.
Smithfield voted dry after a landslide ballot measure. The town, previously known for licenses held by saloon owners, will operate under town licensing rules. The measure passed amid broad turnout with unexpected cross support and few abstentions.
A farmer is wounded and rushed to a hospital where surgeons cannot locate the bullet. Doctors express uncertainty about the man’s recovery as they monitor critical injuries and complications. Local authorities investigate suspects in the assault.
The repeal measure clears the Senate with two dissents and shifts Virginia law, opening lines for Wabash access. Key Republicans and Democrats debate district reassignments and the impact on corporate representation as Judge Rhea’s Confirmation looms.
A garbled passage references a court matter and a yard event at a local location. It mentions a person possibly named Myc Dints and a child or relative involved in a dispute. The text is incomplete with several garbled words and lacks clear dates or outcomes.
Colvin departs as superintendent of the Mount Vernon lines and is replaced by Row King of Philadelphia. The Mount Vernon Bank and Alexandria Bank were reported to have been affected by the day’s events. A funeral for Hortia Distek was held at the residence of his daughter in Alexandria, with services led by Rev Foster of the First Baptist Church.
A fragmenting Virginia obituary page notes the marriage of Roberta McNutt at a bride’s home, mentions the groom’s and witnesses, and lists multiple local deaths including Mrs Wood and John Dalley. The scattered column also references a Norfolk Protestant church death, a Berkeley County connection, and a state school staffer’s obituary.
A garbled wedding notice reports the marriage of George Lenton Piller of Leesburg to Sally Geacken Smith of Los Angeles Cal. The ceremony was performed by a local clergyman in Leesburg with several named attendees and a bank address appears in the surrounding garbled text.
The wedding linked Captain Weirath Woods of Virginia and Miss Mary Woods of Charlottesville to Albert Lupton of Birmingham Alabama. A long guest list included university leaders, notable Virginia families, and Birmingham society figures. The couple plans to reside in Birmingham after a honeymoon, with attendees from Brooklyn, Washington, and Roanoke. The ceremony occurred at Christ Church with a gown of duchess lace and a white and pink ensemble for the bride.
Traders crowded the stock exchange gallery amid rumors a gas company will issue a large dividend while awaiting a Supreme Court appeal. Prices moved briskly across diversed issues including Washington Railway and Electric Mer genthaler and Lanston tones as banks remained open. Fire insurance stocks attracted demand and several trusts experienced noted trading activity through the session.
Newark Feb 12 Trading halted as Lincoln's birthday anniversary led to regional stock exchange closures. In London American stocks finished strong yet subdued by light volume with price changes limited to fractional moves. Final prices on the London exchange and net changes versus New York yesterday shown.
Market notes show steer and oxen prices mostly steady with some declines while calves and sheep faced varied demand. Wheat corn oats and other commodities quote with steady to firmer tones. a Cincinnati firm P P Mast & Co agricultural implements placed in receivership with assets around 1 million dollars.
The notice reports many workers being sent to jobs following an announcement by the company officials. It notes a large number of men mobilizing and preparing to depart, with emphasis on East Street and surrounding areas. The event references a rally at Uranite City nec Monday.
Wholesale quotations show varied prices for Virginia and North Carolina produce. Turkey, poultry, dairy, and fresh vegetables reflect steady demand and available stock, with items like potatoes, peppers, okra, kale, and apples listed along with regional fruit and citrus offerings and dairy products.
Listing shows cattle prices in a Washington market with assorted grades and weights. Includes terms like prime and common beef, per ewt and per pound rates, plus miscellaneous grain and feed figures, though the text is garbled and challenging to parse.
Local report details a fatal stabbing and dismemberment with bodies found near Suckerown. Authorities say a suspect, McPherson, allegedly attacked a woman then fled, his status described as serious as investigators pursue motive.
Wilhemy Mack, migrant charged in the killing of Barnes Mazer telegraph operator for the Atlantic Coast Line at Colliers Station in Dinwiddie County, underwent a preliminary examination and was held for trial at the Dinwiddie Circuit Court. He was committed to Petersburg jail and will remain there until the term. The Atlantic Coast Line signaling a compromise agreement with a one year trial period was noted in the context of related rate changes.
The Pennsylvania Railroad reports 77000 tile cars worth about $700000 at East and West yards in Philadelphia, with yards and sidings heavily infested by thieves who steal portable parts from each car.
An early advertisement urges readers to consult their doctor about a better remedy than Ayer's Pills for bowel health. It claims constipated bowels prevent healthful well being and asserts daily elimination of undigested material and toxins is essential for avoiding trouble.
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