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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1909

Page

11

Barefoot Dance by Lady Constance Draws Private Studio Crowd

Spectators pay high prices to view Lady Constance Stewart Richardson in a private benefit in New York. About 100 fashionable women attended as she performed barely clothed in a diaphanous Grecian drapery, with many notable figures including Mrs. Astor and John Drexel among the audience. The event, held at a Beaux Arts studio on Baxter Street, drew controversy and crowd reactions as the entertainer’s attire and pose sparked wide attention.

New Tere Constance Stewart Richardson Jaen Astor Constance Earl of Conatis Edward Stewcot Daltian Bavant Square Lerane Constance Agive Rat CioliLe Kents Esau Boone York Mor Ruin Florida Constance Mac Hussars Stewart Richardson Pottsman

Taft Cabinet Names and Senators Named at White House

A February White House call list names President elect William Howard Taft and a wide roster of senior officials including Bacon O'Laughlin Wright Cortel Newberry Bonaparte Garfield Meyer Wilson Straus Curry Emerson Hough Hamlin Lewisohn Wilkie Cowles Harker Curtiss Carter Horner Aldrich Dixon McCumber Townsend Watson Douglas Jones Kahn Howland Smith Hamilton Dwight Marshall Gronna Hughes Sulzer Goldfogle Holmes Dennett Justice Holmes heads the Supreme Court and other officials from the land office are listed.

William Howard Taft Bacon O'Laughlin Wright Secretary of the Treasury Cortel ¥On Navy Newberry Bonaparte Interior Garfield Meyer Agriculture Wilson Commerce and Labor Straus Curry New Mexico Emerson Hough Hamlin Garland Adolph Lewisohn New York Secret Service Wilkie Cowles Distriet Harker Senator Curtis Kansas Carter Montana Horar Idaho Aldrich Rhode Island Senator Dixon McCumber North Dakota Townsend Watson Indiana Douglas Ohio Representative Jones Washington Kahn California Howland Michigan Smith Hamilton Iowa Dwight Marshall Gronna Hughes West Virginia Sulzer Goldfogle Justice Holmes Supreme Court Dennett The Land Office

Ten Miles of Fleet to Greet Crews in Hampton Roads

The battleship fleet will pass in a ten mile long procession to Hampton Roads for a Roosevelt review. Twenty six vessels including the Connecticut and Louisiana form the welcoming squadron. The Mayflower will host the President at 2 p.m. as rear admirals station captains aboard each division ship. The plan allows the President to address crews indirectly from flagships.

Hampton Roads Roosevelt Sperry Connecticut May Hower Louisiana Georgia Wisconsin Washington Jackies Admiral Sperry Navy Department Ballallong Virginia Inois Kearsarge Kentucky Ther Aome Lampton Roads Old Pont Comfort North Carolina Montana Taft Isthmus of Pain Arnold Tny Little Fankton Atlantic Aiea Salon Sear Wainwright Potter Je Arnal

Roosevelt weighs statehood for New Mexico and Arizona

President Roosevelt discussed admitting New Mexico and Arizona while in office with Gov. Curry Senator Carter and Rep Hamilton. He favors statehood because territories deserve admission and parties support it, though opposition remains in the Senate led by Beveridge. Strikingly, 12 of 82 senators reportedly oppose.

Roosevelt New Mexico Arizona Gov. Curry Carter Montana Hamilton House White House Senate Beveridge Keveridge Plan of Action

Cough remedy formula using glycerine pine oil and whisky

A home remedy prescribes mixing two ounces glycerine, half an ounce Virgin Oil of Pine compound, and a pint and a half of straight whisky. Shake and take a teaspoonful every four hours. The ad claims the pine compounds cure colds in twenty four hours and cure any curable cough. It cautions using genuine Virgin Oil of Pine compound from Leach Chemical Co. Cincinnati Ohio.

Me ‘Leach Chemical Co Cincinnatl, Ohio

Lecture on Child Development Using Roentgen Ray

Dr Rotch of Harvard outlines a new system for assessing development via the wrist bones using the Roentgen ray. Dr Thomas Morgan, of Harvard University, will speak at George Washington University tomorrow night on child labor and education laws. Introductory remarks by Dr Charles P. Weill, labor commissioner, and Commissioner Macfarland.

Rothh Thomas Morganetc Harvard University George Washington University Fifteenth Northwret Rotch Charles P. Weill Labor Macfarland

Coal Roads Delay Case Stalls in Philadelphia Court

The government’s antitrust suit against coal carriers and mining firms stalls as defendants demand printed copies of all evidence before proceeding. Master Hi Guibert notes no agreement on a next hearing, with counsel declining to set a date. The matter returns to the U S court for action.

New York United States Hi. Guibert United States Circuit Court Philadelphia United States Court For

Protest Withdrawn Over Census Printing In Private Shops

Experts say census work cannot be handled in private shops. The Chamber of Commerce committee discussed diverting government printing from the Government Printing Office and members petitioned to withdraw the resolution after printers spoke. Frank Kidd of the Government Printing Office noted Washington could not handle more than a fraction of the census printing.

Committee On Laws and Legislation of The Chamber of Commerce Government Printing Office Charles Clagett Walter (. Balderston Oliver Metzerott BH. W. Bolgtana Raron Ww. Lee B. F. Barnes Chamber George G. Seibold Conbut W. I. Roberts Henry Wilkens Eynon Sudwrth Charles Crane George H. Judd M. W. Moore Houses of Congress Frank Kidd Washington

Plans to Invade Servia Stir Fears in Vienna

February dispatch from St Petersburg reports Russian officials fear Austria Hungary may push into Servia next spring. Vienna press aims to show Europe backs occupation, while Russia warns of European peace risk. Officials note Servia has withdrawn troops. Austria Hungary mobilizes and contemplates occupation with possible indemnity demands.

St. Petersburg Balkans Europe Arange Vienna Austria-Hungary Servia Beran von Aehrenthal Austria -Hungary Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bonaparte Briefs President on Libel Conference

Bonaparte and Attorney General Bonaparte District Attorney Baker and Chief Wikio met the President for a late afternoon talk. Speculation tied the session to possible libel action against the New York World publisher, but the participants declined to reveal the discussion topic.

Bonaparte Baker Wikio The New York World

Generous Almanac advertised by Munyon Remed y Co

An almanac described as a complete guide with moon phases phrenology palmistry birth stones dreams beauty culture weight measures and poison antidotes. It promises entertainment and information for families and rural readers and offers free delivery on request from the Munyon Remedy Company in Philadelphia.

Ma You Munyon Remedy Company Philadelphia

Equity Court Dockets with Multiple Judge Dates

Legal notices from Equity and Circuit Courts list cases by number and judge, including schedules set for February and March. Names include Barnard Wright Stafford Clayhaugh and involved attorneys such as Wolf Rosenberg Padgett Farrest and others. Proceedings cover default judgments, time extensions, assignments, and probate actions with numerous cases in both equity and criminal courts.

Equity Court No Justice Barnard Lociew Va Losier Wolf @ Rosenberg C. Carington Cartier Simone Ys Ro Newton Donaldens Sancitors Montague Woriarty & Loughran Ucttora Padgett & Coombe McCalmont Setlelter J. C. Sullvan Brown Defendent B. ©. Peele Total

Real Estate Transfers Across Washington Streets

Numerous transfers listed including 18 Fourth Street Northwest Mary Church Terrell et al to Robert R. Church lot 22 block 44. 142 R Street Northwest J Hatt Levis to Edith Hall Lewis lot 151 square 153. Connecticut Avenue Terrace Fulton R B Gordon et al to Richard C E Saunders lots 15 and 16 square 11d. 2,475. Addresses span West and Southeast areas with transfers on B Street Southeast, Fourteenth Street South Past B and C, Thirteenth and G Streets Northwest, and more. amounts shown include 99,600 and 38,200 though many parcels priced at 10 or 19 dollars or similar. Names include James W. Powell, Ismbella Sinclair, John Alt, Kathleen BR Hari, Walter Harrison, Charter H. Nusbaum, Mary G. Nelson, John T Arms, William Wardman, Lily Larned, Anna B King, Alexander & Clarke, Mabelle Z. Remore, and others. dates not specified.

Fourth Street Mary Church Terrell Robert H Robert R. Church J. Hatt Levis Edith Hall Lewis Connecticut Avenue Terrace-Fulton Gordon Richard C. E. Saunders Seventeenth Jessie R. Armatrong Henry M. Baker Fourteenth James W. Powall Charles H. Nusabaum Che . Cragin Ismbella Sinclair Tenth Street Massacuuaéirrs Avenue William 4. Gordon Ingram Memorial Congragational Church Institutional Julian H John Alt Florida Avenue Kathleen BR. Hari Walter da ¥. Harrison Thirteenth Charter H. Nursbaum Mary G. Nelson John ‘T. Arms James Te. Karrick Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant Plains Jennie Thomas Et Vir William John T Arma Fifteenth Street Joseph L Fates Et Ux Lewla E. Moran University Park —Northwern Wwarnington Improvement Company Mabelle Z. Remore First N Streets Whton J. Cambert Mamie E. Vernon Anthony’ F. Lucas E. Lodge Hill Lodge Hill Sama John T. Cognit Woodley Park Stany Wardman Lily Larned Lok St Vinck 18 Twentieth Street E Street D. Matendex King Anon" King Anna B King J. M Alexander & Clarke Potoman Stret M Street Carolina Wall Guardian Kalobama Heights William A. Mearan Mery C Mourne Lome Ploye G. Davis Wiliam N. Grogman Third Fourth Warren Dickford George N. Palmer George Pumphrey Schlatzen Park aAnna B. Lartges Dred B. Rhotes Fred I. Rhodes Walton Hendy Ontario Willem A Gordon Trestar Charles W. King Lanier Heights Seventh Street North Carolina Avenue Anenstua C. Taylor Joseph C. Williama Henry R Webb Wham H. Baden Bertha Seth F ‘Lsuch Werbert A. GM Theadore Mi Gill Theadere X. Gil Walter F Collings Henry H. Tergmann George M. Emmerteh Motcopolis Building Association Moor Barpock Blundun Et al George M. Emmerich Vougiess Mackall Washington Gitekunst Charles Triby J. Clinton Tribby C. P. ‘M Brown James L Barrick John T. Adams Samuel A Drury Lee Brown Colmbia Heights Pomfrett Sterndna John T Asus Willam J Flather John M. Jones Mary M. Henderson Emma M Gllett den & “Musse GE Leonard Mamle EB Vernon Washington Loan and Truet Company Jewle B. Moran Harrol Packard Howenstein John PT Coghill Chapin Brown Henry H. Bergmann Oriental Building Association Woodley Fark Lily Lamed Wiliam Hil Percy Thompson Harry Whidzian Thomex P Bones Moore & Harbours Charles Eb.” Stanley Melph L. Stall Charles W Fairfax Carton M. Beall William H. Lanham William Bullard Lewin Clarence B. Rheem Alexander ‘J. Heneey Harry T. Domer Lester A Barr Clarence B Rheem Alexander T Wensey Aucare Harry T Domer Lester A. Barret Ax Clarence B. Scheem Alexander T Flenser Harry T Oomer Alexander T. Hentey Square Fab Lester A. Barretux Clarence R. Rheem Alexander T Hentey

Deeds of Trust List Multiple Properties and Secured Loans

A long column lists deeds of trust covering numerous properties and borrowers. Entries name parties such as Thomas A Mover, Richard E Saunders, and Max Z Rosinski, securing sums from $850 to $21,000 with terms of 5 years to 6 months. Locations include Connecticut Avenue Terrace and Moore & Harbours Second Addition, with various square lot references. The document shows numerous trust actions against properties for institutions like National Savings and Trust Company and Washington Loan and Trust Company.

The Man Who Eats Well

The essay extols hard work and balanced living, arguing the modern era demands effort and proper eating. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a solution, claiming they support digestion and sleep, and offers a free trial package by mail from F. A. Stuart Co. Marshall Michigan.

India Europe America Stuart F. A. Stuart Co Stuart Building Marshall, Mich

Brotherhood to Elect at New York Avenue Church

The annual Brotherhood meeting at New York Avenue Church will elect officers and committee chairs at o'clock. A report on the Pittsburg Brotherhood convention will be given and preparations discussed for the delegation. Dr. Wilbur F. Crafts will speak on The Opium Traffic in China with reference to the Peking conference.

New York Avenue The Brotherhood of the Church Pittsburg China Peking Brent Io Wilbur F. Crafts

Knights Discuss Ball With Uniform Fourth-Degree Members

Fourth-Degree Knights of Columbus will appear in uniform at the Arlington charity ball on February 22. Carroll Council reported strong support from fourth degree members wearing haldric but no sword, with the Caravan of Alhambra also pledging fez attire. The Maine Band will provide music as planning wraps up at a Sunday final meeting.

K. of C Knights of Columbus Arlington Carroll Counci Alhambra Gonzaga Hall Maine

Bribery in Pittsburg Style Trial of Bank Official and Politician

A. A. Vilsack, former cashier of the German National Bank, testified in the criminal court against W. W. Ramsey, former bank president, and councilman John F. Klein in a scheme to secure municipal deposits. Ramsey allegedly arranged a $17,600 payment to Klein to make the bank a city depository for four years. The money vanished when Klein and the officials left the room. National Bank Examiner Harrison Nesbitt testified to discovering the transaction and the bank officials’ admission. Jury was quickly secured, with multiple suspects later charged in alleged jury fixing. further trials of Vilsack Klein and others will follow.

Pittsburg A. A. Vilsack German National Bank Tral Criminal W. W. Ramsey Dame Institution Quancilman John F. Klein Vilsack Klemn Ramsey Witness Klein National Bank Harrison Nesbitt Kleim

She Sails With Tenor Burgstaller In Cab Wreck Tale

Washington Post special from New York reports tenor Burgstaller creator of Parsifal in America left for Europe aboard the Kronprinsessin with Mrs Hexamer and two children. A Hoboken governess and a maid accompanied them as a cab incident in Hudson Avenue led to a divorce suit against Hexamer, delayed by a referee.

Maryland Washington Post Annapolis Crothers Secretary of the Navy Somers Ros Folk Navy Yard United States Isle de Cuba America Mia New York Los Burgstaller Europe Kronpringessin AP Uexamer Hoboken Burgstaller Hexamer Hurgsaher Enrique Caruso Jerf

87 Year Old Vermont Man Undergoes Arm Amputation

Mr. Thomas Ladoux of St. Albans Vermont, aged 87, had his arm amputated near the shoulder after a fall and a large tumor. He recovered health after use of Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey, which his attending physician endorsed as pure and palatable.

Thomas Ladoux St. Albans Ladoux Vermont E. J. Melville St. Albans’ Hospital Duffy V. Hochester

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