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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1908
Page
27
The confession from an acid attacker describes revenge against a woman who allegedly wronged him. He claims he threw acid on 33 men and women over eighteen months, was chased by police, and then detained near a street in an urban area after following a recent victim. The report notes the suspect’s movements through multiple streets and public locations before capture.
A grisly double tragedy unfolds in North Corona as three men are found fatally shot in a residential area. Investigators cordon the scene, while local residents report a tense night of gunfire and fear. No suspects are named in initial reports, and the motive remains under police review.
A fragmentary report notes a brave label for Slayer after a February confrontation near Parrish. Witnesses reference Woutson and a brother, with brief mentions of votes and expectations tied to the event.
A garbled sentence mentions Mr C E Bard correcting an error in a local social note. It references marital status and a person named Cee hee, with fragmented phrases about vows, a ceremony, and a phone call. The readable facts are minimal and names are unclear due to OCR issues.
A Danville distiller was arrested amid a grain theft probe connected to a state enforcement effort. Authorities say the suspect faced charges after a bust at a local brow plant and are reviewing related costs and compliance with state officials.
Hugh Johnson pleads guilty in Corporation Court to robbing Grapho phone art News Company gate Sunday night. He was sentenced to six months in jail. He and Miss Herndon were married in Mauslind after a license was issued in Washington. youth of the bride led to a late ceremony. Johnson remained with a friend in Washington before returning home after the matter.
A clemency effort follows the March 1 murder conviction of Leo Thurman in Delken. Supporters sign petitions arguing self defense, while Sheradon Lawler confirms Thurman’s confession and ongoing campaign for reduced sentencing.
Prisoner Hurned Out of Christiansburg after a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity. The court heard threats of lynching during the trial and the jury returned the verdict after hours of deliberation. Shipman and surrounding officials transferred the inmate to county jail amid security as threats of violence lingered.
Mixed notes describe temperance demonstrations near Annapolis with speeches and a focus on local temperance measures. The crowd and speakers are portrayed as urging reform, with references to public order and expected attendance by officials and observers.
Walter Rippey was tried at Pocahontas for a murder connected to a salivary crime. He confessed to the crime but evidence was limited and a key witness testified against him. Rippey was found guilty and sentenced to hang, with several charges pending or unstated.
Special to The Ya tungton Post Richmond Drudge notes recount United States Circuit Court actions. Judges Pritchard and Davis presided with multiple cases including disputes from Ohio and Pennsylvania and an absolute divorce granted in Rockville Court.
Washington militia and auxiliary groups from Alexandria and Mount Vernon prepare to march in a Saturday parade through the city, with 290 to 400 visiting troops, firemen, and members of secret organizations expected. Leaders coordinate transport from junetown, route decor, and entertainment at Lee Camp Hall and various venues along the parade path.
A testimonial ad touts Dr Miles Antir Pain Pills as a fast headache cure. Readers are urged to try them at all druggists with a money back refund on the first package, 23 doses for 4s cents. The notice cites Mrs J W Covington and the Miles Medical Co of Elkhart Indiana.
Federal probe into railroad rebates to Indiana shippers proceeds with a hearing in Richmond led by Franklin K Lane of the Interstate Commerce Commission. Twelve witnesses summoned, with books, was, bills and records. Attendees include wholesale dealers, freight agents of Seaboard Air Line and Atlantic Coast Line, and Chesap.. Drake and Ohio officials. John H Marble attorney for the government.
The Virginia Horse Show Association assigns gates for events in several towns including Leesburg on June 14 and Culpeper on July 4. Planned venues include Front Royal August 12 17 and Warrenton September 23 with Richmond and Staunton dates not yet decided.
Cardinal Gibbons argues local option would mirror prohibition's liquor availability, citing Europe and Tuareg examples. He warns widespread unlawful sale, lost revenue, and calls for temperance through churches and strict licensing with penalties for violations.
Special to The Washington Post Danville Virginia February 18 A dog named Harry Patrick, a tailor, woke his master by pulling bedclothes as smoke filled the room saving him from a burning home. The flames were quickly extinguished. Also reported deaths and marriages from surrounding Virginia localities, with obituaries and social notes including multiple births and weddings.
Maryland oyster commission guests attend a Virginia assembly banquet as legislators discuss laws. A bill to establish a permanent death chamber for felons passes with five dissenters, substituting the electric chair for the gallows. An express company tax increase from 5000 to 12000 is approved. A plan to fund Harrisonburg’s women’s normal school includes a 1560 cash contribution and a 30 acre site. A bipartisan oyster law pact for the Potomac River is drafted with penalties to curb violations.
Judge Robert Heath of Edenton North Carolina died on Sunday February 9 at Georgetown University Hospital after a painful illness. His funeral was held from Trinity Church Georgetown last Saturday with interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. The delay in burial was caused by late arrival of several relatives who wished to attend.
Rear Admiral Ackley leaves property to his wife Edith Ackley while a century‑old widower William Vic Starr dies at about 109. The will, filed for probate, names sister Hannah Huil of Grand Rapids Michigan as sole beneficiary. other probates show Edith Ackley as beneficiary of Seth Mitchell and Ida M Mitchell executrix, plus James W Webb and Joslin Hardenbergh estates.
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