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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1908

Page

18

Supreme Court Upheld Elkins Law Against Hepburn Challenge

The Supreme Court held that imprisonment penalties under the Hepburn measure did not render Elkins Act punishment impracticable and that railroad fines must be paid. The decision negated a broader challenge to the Act while affirming penalties for rate violations and condemning the attempted repeal implications raised by Hepburn.

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Turmoil in New York Court Over Lien and Funds

Fragmented OCR text shows a legal dispute involving a lien, a $2,000 payment, and a court decision. References to a Tob bus, Yramkin, New York, and a future of Mughte oD MW den ulturres suggest a complex case with checks, payouts, and restoration of funds. Details are unclear due to garbled source text.

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Supreme Court backs mobile beer tax ordinance

A Justin Peckham opinion for the state Supreme Court upholds a mobile beer tax ordinance imposed on dealers. The ruling affirms the law as valid against challenges by Mtanbile ila the Lichuds Sons and Fordisant, noting the prohibition and collection are constitutional under the cited statutes.

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Virginia Court Sustains Ruling on Rail Spur at Denny Refinery

A Virginia court upholds a lower court decision affirming that a railroad spur and warehouse constitute a single integral facility. The ruling clarifies property and access conditions affecting the refinery site and adjacent rail line, with implications for ongoing operations and compliance.

Wisconsin Court Sides With Berlin Firm in Creditor Preference Case

Supreme Court yesterday affirmed a decision involving a Berlin linking corporation used in a Wisconsin creditor dispute. The case centers on whether a charger should be granted preference in the Masconsan street system matter, with Justices Day and others weighing in on docket advancement and related fees.

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Contempt Costs Divorce Case Reaches U S Supreme Court

The Oklahoma divorce dispute Bennett versus Pennett reached the United States Supreme Court after contempt for nonpayment of alimony, with the District Court of Linely County sanctioning punishments. The defendant was denied trial privileges, leading to an appeal asserting improper contempt and seeking reversal. The high court, through Justice Meena, reviewed the procedures and potential suspensive orders.

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Loses case against Hill in stock dispute trial

In a complex civil action, Clareme f Vennet sues Hill and others over alleged misappropriation of stock holdings and value of property tied to Great Northern Hallway interests. The case, pursued through multiple courts, centers on stock transfers and personal benefit claims, with rulings pending in higher courts.

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Tennesseeans to Pay Tax Not Exempt Under University Leases

A Supreme Court ruling states Sewanee County residents are not exempt from a tax tied to university leases. The decision overturns a district court voiding the law, confirming that taxing power extends to both property owners and leaseholders under the challenged university lease framework.

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Chadwick Jewels Involved in U S Case at York

A legal filing outlines Chadwick jewels involved in a scheme tied to WAAL operations and Tit Ente Ss tes ce AT at ki ot New Leth. The United States District Court for the Northern District of Oluo addresses property seizure and a move to Laren frost, with Leach facing an upcoming sale.

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Supreme Court extends sentence amid prison release dispute

A sentence for burglary in Michigan was extended beyond its term after a legal challenge. The case involved Lishtanks Aghbanks at Jackson State Prison, with the high court ruling on extending the term from one to two years and raising questions about post release employment and conditions. The warden has refused release pending final decision.

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Norfolk Club Loses Case Before Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of the United States affirmed the Virginia Court of Appeals ruling that voided the charter of the Norfolk club due to alleged liquor law violations. Justice Barian concluded there was no contract violation in revoking the charter, upholding the initial action against the club.

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Four Years for Dashiell in Norfolk Forgery Case

Dashiell, once a general agent for Sea hoard Tate Insurance in Portsmouth, is sentenced to four years in the penitentiary after pleading guilty to an indictment for forgery. The case involved forging the name of trucker SM Johnson to obtain funds. other forgery and larceny indictments were also noted. The commonwealth's attorney urged a two year extension in the penitentiary.

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United States Supreme Court Admits Numerous Attorneys

A long list of named lawyers and parties are noted as admitted to practice before the Supreme Court, detailing various appellants and in error cases from circuits and districts across the United States. The record cites opinions by Justices Moodie Holmes Day White McKenna and others, with numerous cases remanded for further proceedings and costs awarded or denied.

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United States Court and Probate Docket Highlights

A long docket summary lists multiple federal and probate matters including United States v Nelson Miller and United States v Dominick Rosen, bankruptcies, receivers named for Murray Engineering and Campin, and estate issues for Carl Rica Maggie G Little Nellie Dotts William B Millan Adelia William and others. Guardian appointments, bonds, and administrator letters are noted alongside numerous attorney references and case numbers.

Tadey James Cha United Nelson Miller United States Dominick Rosen Basarlptcy Susice Clabaugh Edward J Reaigan Calvin A Holland Lschargs Harry E Rupprecht Wupne Jones Murray Engineering and Manufacturing Campin Eugene A Jonea Lurss Justice Gould Carl Rica Petison Ambrose Letate Maggie G Litle American Security and Tract Company Nellie Dotts Loula Dotts Colder and Peon William B Millan Charles Linkina Joh Mitchell Tha M Mitchell CC Games Estate Almond L Clopp Bon Herbert D . Lawson Beall & Marne Fmato Taring Chappel Elate Attorneys Tires & Woodard Stare Nery Bailey Adelia William J. Giover aSek Elie Charles E Wood

Real Estate Transfers in Brightwood Park and Surrounding Areas

A string of real estate transfer notices across Brightwood Park and adjacent streets lists numerous parcels and lot numbers. Transactions involve multiple grantors and grantees including Moore, Kerr, Sehrade, Connors, and O’Connor with specified square lots and nominal sums, detailing transfers across Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and other streets, and noting guardianships, trusts, and partial interests.

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Deeds of Trust Case Strings Through Multiple Firms

Proceedings of the United States Circuit Court of Appeals cover a Norfolk and Western Railway case in error against J W Gardner sheriff administrator of O T Handrickson. Arguments hinge on the Martinsburg West Virginia circuit court record with counsel from Charlestown and Berryville.

United States Circuit Court of Appeals Heurt Pritchard Purnell Wadaill Norfolk and Western Railway J W Gardnershmiff O T Handrickson Martinsburg Cleon Moore Charlestoan W Va Marshall McCormick Berryville M J Pulton Fiont Roy DC O Mabherty This Erty

Special Educational Contest edition printed and sold

The Post announces a special edition containing the first three pictures of the Educational Contest has been printed and placed on sale at The Post office. New contestants are invited to secure a copy and join in the entertainment and recreation now afforded thousands of Post readers.

Office of the Post

Light on Gella murder sparks inquest over alleged affair

New York February 24 The murder of wine merchant Girolamo Cella at 528 West Broadway triggered an inquest with wife alleging he made love to Cesare Bianchi wife of Cella’s stepson Both Bianchi and Cesare Bianchi were held without bail by Magistrate Butts. Bianchi testified his mother ordered his wife from the house after the alleged affair, while Mrs Cella insisted on her innocence and claimed her husband’s jealousy. The case remains unsettled as witnesses describe tense scenes at the coroner’s inquest.

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Rebate Probe Expands as More Agents Arrive

Special to The Washington Post reports two more Interstate Commerce Commission agents reach Richmond to pursue a rebate inquiry. Commissioner Lane reviews files at ships on the James River to locate destroyed records, signaling vigorous follow up and potential tighter prosecutions ahead.

Washington Post Richmond Valed Interstate Commerce Cour Mission Lane Fies Richmond Shippers

Report of the Condition of the American Security and Trust Company

The document presents a financial statement for the American Security and Trust Company in the District of Columbia as of February 14, 1808. It lists assets such as real estate, securities, cash items, notes, and deposits, along with liabilities including capital stock, surplus, and deposits. The sheet includes names of officers and trustees, with a formal attest and signature line.

American Security and Trust Company

Wits Joi Report of the Condition

The fragment shows a header style phrase REPORT OF THE CONDITION repeated with unclear surrounding context. No readable names dates places or organizations are evident to extract a substantive item for a city notice or financial report.

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Bank Financial Statement Fragment from Riggs National Bank

Fragmentary OCR summarizes assets liabilities and surpluses of Riggs National Bank. Mentions reserves, deposits, due to other banks, certified checks, bonds and notes, and City of Washington as a party. Contains signatures of officials and notary.

Canital Stovd Palo Surphis Fund Esis National Bank Nates Tate Buetrurt Campantor and Rawhice Sra Fyanta City of Washington Columbia Hank Go David Rittenhouse Notary Fablic Citas Glover Peri

Financial Statements Report of the Condition Second National Bank

Second National Bank Washington district Columbia group a business February 43 percent financial statements show assets and liabilities including bonds cash reserves loans deposits and notes of other national banks with various figures and totals.

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National Bank cash and deposits figures from 1968 report

The report lists reserve and nonreserve items for the National Bank of Washington as of February 14 1968 including loans and investments 2 107 848 02 deposits 44 000 Premiums and other miscellaneous items 73 0 Outstanding securities and securities holdings 329 000 notes in circulation 209.00 tax obligations and assessments and various balances due from state banks and trust companies. The document details capital stock paid in legal reserve items and other financial aggregates for the bank and affiliated entities.

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Farmers and Mechanics Bank Report Near Records

District of Columbia notes and securities details appear, listing deposits, reserves, and liabilities. The report cites national bank notes, U S bonds, and reserve figures with dates and signatures from auditors and notaries.

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