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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1908

Page

21

Prison Brand Burns Willing to Return to Cell

New York February 19 report on Thomas Connell, a young ex convict seeking parole to avoid renewed disgrace. Commodore Wadhama helps arrange work with no heavy burden of former crime, while Connell’s parole path is described and details of his 1906-07 sentence and recent employment attempts noted.

Wadhama New York the Times Thomas Crna Con Viet Connell Sizte Prisoms O'Connell Young Fellows Star Sing Sing Michael Kelly Malvern Nims Lee Une

High Bids for Conger Curios Auction in New York

Society figures and museum representatives from across the United States attended Mrs Edwin Conger’s auction of her Chinese curios collection. Items from the imperial palace and mandarin homes in Peking drew high prices, including a large imperial bell once rung to signal the start of the new year.

United States Edwin of Conger China Peking

Died Tei on W Insts February 19 19 Ysamita wk Teimon

In a fragmented obituary noting a February 19 date, names such as Anna and Brylrikie Poslar of Ran appear among church and civic references. The item lists multiple locations and street mentions, with Memorials and affiliations implied but largely unreadable.

Ysamita Teimon New York Anna Wil Mths Brylrikie Poslar Ran Yarine St Pauls Protestant Lore D Rite Jr Frmiral

Funeral Directors and Embalmers Directory Listings

A compact directory of funeral directors and embalmers with multiple firms listed by name, address, and telephones. It notes affordable terms and offers related services from chapels and livery to floral designs and cremation facilities.

Forgotten confession leads to flexible future plans

A speaker discusses changing his name to avoid signing papers that could expose a secret, risking control by others. He mentions being sent to Sing Sing and references Commodore Wadhams asking if he preferred Hope Hall near Tarrytown run by American Volunteers for ex-cons Ivles O Connell confirms he went there to reset his life and begin anew.

Commodore Wadhams Connell Hope Hall Tarrytown O Connell Gye B

Rags by Day Silk at Night Woman Caught and Fined

Special to The Washington Post reports Abraham Greenblum, restaurateur, as husband says he is glad his wife has been caught and fined. She used their child to beg for alms, dressed in fashionable attire at theaters and with friends at night. She was arrested in Holoken and fined four dollars. The husband claims years of abuse and poverty drove her independent street life.

Washington Post Abraham Greenblum Old Lastist Street Holoken Terarders Cort Hns Heverhill Toseph Colkner

Eleven Hurt In Explosion Near the River Utility Site

A gas explosion near a river power facility injures eleven men. Fire engine responders extinguished the blaze as rescue teams carried injured workers including Alexander Olsen and Kennelly to safety. The incident occurred on Middle Street with additional victims hospitalized.

Theronoriver Catton Tomes Kennells collecUn Sver liv Sms Thing Guts GE Alixander Olsen Kennelly Arrail

Fragmented OCR list of names and places in a public record

A garbled OCR extract lists numerous personal names such as John Van Sehat James Wea and Margite Chinese ROP William Ratmond Warde along with scattered place references like Charlotte, Brenland, and Te wistan Pa. The segment resembles a directory or roster fragment with unclear context and multiple unreadable tokens.

Hemers Tata Charlotte Steste Rey John van Sehat James Wea Ivy Toarntne Ganpars Ty Duces Cabaz William Ratmond Warde Bren Land Aiea Caroeder Henjer Frances Hay Rely Winton Wayne Jutta Smith Cora Tate Rely Wille Geng Josh Annte Jo Meu Porter Corton Viner Ani Cor Jefferson Curtl

Health Office Record From Separed To 2 Inch

Fragmentary health office note lists dates and names in garbled form. Reads like a damaged record with mentions of ages years and officials but lacks coherent events or actions to summarize into a clear incident or outcome.

Demure witness testifies in Sullivan County separation suit

In Stevensville during summer 1998 a testy county court session heard Sarah Delaney seek separation from Dennis Delaney. Irene Brosnin, a Brooklyn resident, described a country dance scene where Mrs Delaney danced with Eddie Scully who reportedly bit her arm, prompting Brosnin to call the conduct improper.

Sullivan County Eddie Scully Ewlork Truax Aj Ry Supreme Court Gatshills Stevensille Sarah Delaney Dennis James Delaney Delaneys Hose Delaney Talbot J Taylor & Co Raymond Pynchon & Co Mia Delaney Stevensville Sullivan Irene Hrosnin Tole Dilane Fifth Street Brooklyn Miss Brosnin Mes Hrosam Ed Scull Brosnin Denney Scully Wien Munsel

German oil monopoly discussed by imperial treasury

Berlin reports the imperial treasury weighs a go value petroleum monopoly with the Standard Oil Company and other rivals. Projections estimate initial outlays of 1 percent or more for plants tankers and equipment with potential early profits around 8 to 12 million. The plan contemplates government handling if Standard Oil refuses supply and notes technical challenges with American crude in German burners.

Berlin Imperial Treasur Germany Biron Arciitzanys

Pope Receives Abyssinian Priest and Gift

A priest from Abyssinia met with the Pope in private audience today. The envoy bore a gift from King Menelik and urged protection for Catholic missionaries in Pathople. The Vatican secretary noted the visit and discussed plans for a special vessel for their mission.

STOESSEL JUDGES EXPECT VERDICT IN PORT ARTHUR CASE

St Petersburg February 3 The court which has been weighing the surrender of Port Arthur to be Japanese sooner or later reconvenes at noon. Gen Stoessel and the defendants face further proceedings in the court martial. Generals Tack and Telss are to appear tomorrow morning when sentence is expected. Sentries guard the judges room, which has beds prepared, signaling expectation of a struggle to reach a verdict.

St Petersburg Irving Port Arthur Todi Stoessel Martia

ORDER AMERICAN TO LEAVE IN ODESSA MURDER REPORTED

An American citizen named Dr Dubouchet detained in Odessa on charges linked to a revolutionary group was released but assassinated to force departure from Russia within ten days. His wife, described as a noble born bass, is said to have spent much of her fortune aiding the traveling revolutionary movement. Senor Merry del Val, brother of Cardinal Rafael Merry del Val, has been named Spanish minister to Tangier.

Odessa Dubouchet Revolutionary Organi Russia Switzerland Sener Merry del Val Madrid Senor Merry de Val Rafael Merrs del Va Pontifical Tanger

New York Senate Passes Measure for a Commission

The New York Senate approved a 30 to 7 vote on February 19 to create a fifteen member commission to investigate city government. A contemporaneous illustration depicted the scene as the Educational Contest proceeds.

New York Ffteen Jom Te Nindrada

Bird Prevents Ship Murder on Mediterranean Vessel

Special to The Washington Pot reports a dramatic incident aboard the Inbrafamba in the Mediterranean Sea. A bird from Japan warned of an armed Lascar attack on deck, enabling Captain Exans and Chief Officer Caartos Cherters to intervene, fire warning shots, and prevent a fatal assault on Mara Binhomab. The assailant fled overboard and disappeared.

New York Mediterranean Knifa Japan Mara Binhomab Exans Caartos Cherters

Nawab Arrives in New York Amid Prophet Belief Crisis

Nawab Sultan Si Mulak Banadur, nephew of Hyderabad’s ruling line, arrives at Grand Central en route to London as doctors seek to treat a mental breakdown. He believes himself the Mohammedan prophet, with followers forming a ritual of worship tied to his new dispensation. The entourage, including Dr Chamarette and state attendants, travels via the Adriatic route to a swift transfer to England for specialist care.

Washington Post New York Sultan Si Mulak Banadur Jarm Myhoobalbs Ahan Pahndu Hyderabad Indi Grand Central Station Japan Tondon Nawab Tokyo London Nigit Qrem de Ithur Chamarette Hyaurmad Atte of Indy Hig Leu Jesus Christ Mohammed Muah Iis Chamarette Ess Ula

Saratoga Springs Bill Aims to Halt Water Pumping

Saratoga residents back a bill proposed by Assemblyman A Whitney to forbid pumping or accelerating the natural flow of mineral springs in Saratoga County. The measure targets preserving the springs once famed for their abundance and world renown, whose diminishing flow and mineral content threaten local prosperity. The gas from the springs is used in aerated beverage production.

Warington Fes Saratoga Whitney Saratogy Soli Gener Il Saratog Swaloga Ita5 Vilage

Detroit Stove Firms Say Demands Put 6000 Men Idle

Four Detroit stove companies employing between 604 and 7000 workers issued a public statement declaring the mounting demands of the stove mounters as unreasonable. They warn that until the union concedes the right to lay off workers with no available work, the four plants will remain closed and 6000 men will stay idle.

Detroit Stove Companies Detroit Detroit Michigan Peninsular and Art Stove Manufacturing Mounters Union

American Fleet Near Callao as Evans Proclaims Washington Holiday

News updates describe the American battleship fleet nearing Callao Peru with Admiral Evans aboard and the Peruvian government declaring Washington Birthday a holiday. Salutes planned, banks to close, and public receptions arranged. Nebraska’s advance to San Francisco noted with other warships.

Amercans The Republic Washington San Francisco Lima Callao Connecticut Coronel Bolognesi Eyang Evans Navy Department President Pardo Admiral Evans United States Nebraska Nicholson Magdalena Bay Daytona West Virginia Maryland Colorado Pennsylvania Sebreea Tennessee South Dakota California Here Mare Island Te Netrask Acapulco Mexico City Eduardo Liceage Board of Health United Sates Albany Aciputco Admiral Plane Arrie 2 Vmatoe Ling

Chilean Praise for Fleet Amid Friendly Exchanges

President Pedro Montt of Chile and President Theodore Roosevelt exchange cordial greetings after viewing American fleet formations in San Pedro harbor. Chilean officials publicly relay Montt’s praise of the display as a token of good will and mutual respect between nations.

Pedro Montt Chile Roosevelt Sanlrigo State Department Fyans Amery Fla United States Americ Malong

Cruel Teacher Ousted in Tuscarawas County Scandal

An investigation into allegations at a Tuscarawas County children home prompts the ousting of a cruel teacher and scrutiny of the assistant matron Mist Sterling. Court records show anonymous charges and child welfare concerns about care and discipline.

New Philadepma Guierra Tuscarawas County Ahages Wither Lara Sterling

Start a Bank Account for Your Children

Article urges opening a bank account for children with emphasis on safe profitable investments. Mentions capital and surplus figures and officers ready to advise on suitable investments. Includes cryptic notes about checking interest and a financial figure of 4,600,000.

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American Security and Trust Company Notice

Northwest Corner of Fifteenth and Pennsylvania Avenue CHARLES J BELL serves as President of American Security and Trust Company per a formal notice listing the bank’s main office and leadership.

American Security and Trust Company Fifteenth and Pennsylvania Avenue Charles J Bell

Farragut Home Burns at Hastings on the Hudson

Fire nearly destroyed Admiral David Glasgow Farragut s three story frame colonial near Main Street Hastings on the Hudson. The dwelling owned by FG Dorland was occupied by Wr and wre Charles Gruen and two children who were rescued by volunteer firefighters amid deep snow. Loss estimated around 10000 dollars. the home has a Civil War era history and changed owners in 1866.

Washington Post New York David Glasgow Farragut Farragut Square Main Street Hastings on-the-Hudson FG Dorland Charles Gruen Admiral Farragut Hastings

Fleet command reshuffle and officer promotions loom

Reported changes in fleet leadership due to Rear Admiral Evans retirement on August 19 and the likely promotion of Captains Ingersoll Schrader and Wainwright to rear admiral ranks. Speculation ties Wainwright to the Lusitania’s relief of Evans, with Charles Speirs and other senior officers discussed for independent commands as the Navy plans future assignments.

Feet Pacific Robrey D Evans Evan Wil Heet Rehard Wainwright Loussima Willan JT Burwell Burwell Royal R Ingersoll Theleet Gants Seaton Schrader Virmala Touriana Charles J Badger Natal Academy Louisiana Virginia Wainwight Wil Exins Secretary of the Navy Metcalf Pillsburt Bureau of Navigation Inssted T Vis Charles Speirs Charles M Thomas Art Willian AH Eman Thomis Navy Department

Fail to Elect Bishop at Delaware Episcopal Convention

The Washington Fort Wilmington convention failed to elect a successor to Bishop Keighton Coleman after three hours of balloting. Twenty seven ballots were cast before adjourning to April 39. On the seventh ballot Rev Thomas Applegate and Rev Dr Richard F Williams received votes, with a deadlock between low and high church factions. The bishop’s proposed salary was set at a yearly payment of $.

Washington Fort Wolmington Ue Episcopal Delaware Keighton Colemin Christ Church Nath Thomas Eter Delphi Isinds Homas Israel Richard F Willams ar“Phomas Low Octavius Applegate Kingston High

Rockefeller Penny Seals Bank Reception at Augusta

Special to The Washington Port Augusta reports John D. Rockefeller entertained at Planters Loan and Savings Bank opening reception for its new building. Rockefeller, praised by local businessmen, left with a bright penny souvenir bearing the inscription Save me and you will never go broke. He quipped that the penny would be good advice and that he would keep the memento.

Augusta, Ga Washington Port Augusta John D Rockefeller Planters Loan and Savings Bank Rockefeller O Thich Wes

Moose Hunt for Roosevelt in Canada Woods After March 4 1905

President Roosevelt favors an invitation to hunt moose and hear the Canadian woods north of Sault Ste Marie after his term ends. The proposal was extended by WF Kwoa and George J P McCallum of this city, and the President is said to hope to arrange the trip.

Canadian Woods Sault Ste Mane Mich Roosevelt Here WF Kwoa George JP McCallum

Throat Cut to Cure Her Cineage And Other Nightly Tales

A garbled montage of sensational crimes medical oddities and personal misfortune. Reports include a thyroid surgery rumor a suicide by trousers letter theft a fatality from dirty money and a long list of fragmented local crime and health anecdotes featuring unnamed victims and responders.

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