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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1913

Page

8

Baltimore suffragists shock cardinal with cigarette act

"General" Rosalie Jones and her army of suffragists caused a sensation in Baltimore by visiting Cardinal Gibbons unannounced and failing to kneel or kiss his ring. Miss Elizabeth Freeman lit a cigarette at luncheon, prompting protest. Jones defended the act as a misread etiquette. The group then met Acting Mayor Hubert and continued to the Emerson Hotel for a Jovian Order luncheon before planning to resume their march to Washington.

Baltimore Cardinal Cubbons Rosalie Gardner Jones Baltinore Missizgabeth Freeman Emerson Hotel Donald Slooker Miss Freeman Rosalie Jones Cardinal Tibbons Jones Lbbons Caredinal Unr Cardinal Gibbons Hubert Laurel Miss Gipsy Freeman Mrs. Hooker Miss Brenan Aember Lie Cig Army New York Washington George Schneider Jerry Stafford Mik Ridge Eneral” Jones Tada M. Crafts George Wend Mhochelawn Mary Baird John Boldt Minerva Crowell Elizabeth Aldrich Martha Kratechkin Ollie Schultz Buster Milton Wend Ernest Stevens Gude EB. S. Lemmon Mizabeth Freeman Constance Loupp Alphonse Major Commissary Department Edward van Wryck Charles Keller Maryland William Finckney Holmes Frank F. Ramey J. William Funck Calvin M. Gubeyl Etta Maddox Sarah, Swartz Rena Swartz Edna’ Saks Ellen la Motte James Grattan Mythen Crafts

Multiple Obituaries and Funeral Notices from Washington DC Area

A crowded death notices page lists numerous obituaries and funeral services for February 25 1913 across Washington DC addresses. Entries include John G. W. Bartschler son of Christopher M. and Ellen Bartschler with service at A. G. Frey’s, Virginia Brewster, Catherine K Butler, and Edward A Guy among others, with interments at Congressional Cemetery and Glenwood Cemetery, plus multiple funeral times and residence details for local families.

Virginia William Brewster Vueral Wegaday Catherine K Butler Heath Street Webra Mom Rachier Unrbo Ruddenly New York City Buf ¢ Vrbo Prontes Wares Net Cattierton Oa Lausdon Jmriemtati Sarah S Gatterton Crank Giedt Sosans Neetha Speri Hapel Atahuweed Frank Geiers Sons Seventh Street Glenwood Cemeters Wopum Netherlands Mary W. LL. Cronist Piuneral Speare Ila Miurdeer Watts. Noy Anprew Sr Anna Moteriesbauer Dag Waloraina Portsmouth Rebecca Henning SW. Richards John Philip Clarence B. Wiegimann Eleventh Street Thomy Clinton Street James George Washington University Hospital Uobart Jaws Regents Chapel of Oak UT Ipom Lee Lee's Papel Pebruary EK Street Dorg J. F Fidith “MacKenzie Homequathie Hospital Andrew MM Wright Company Tenth Street O Street Mills Stephen Horton Mills Moore Nnne T Willam EB. Moore Helen M. Stevens Felix T. Moore Ogden Utah Westminster Street Marie F James O'Neil Third Street St. Josephs Church Mount Olivet Cemetery Sam Vonrad Catherine Schwab Prospect Hill Cemetery Sullivan P. m Mises Abbie Sullivan Regulon NASA Williams Louisa Williams Es G. Winterhalter Waperal

The Case for Women Voters in City Policy

Dr. Anna Howard Shaw argues that women must vote to influence city governance. She insists mothers bear responsibility for health and morals but lack power to improve housing, food, plumbing, fire safety, and street conditions without suffrage. She cites antisuffrage opponents and calls for equal voting rights to achieve broader social welfare.

Anna Howard Shaw

Suffragists plan big reception for Pilgrim Army here Friday

Suffrage leaders prepare for a Friday arrival as General Rosatle Jones leads the Pilgrim Army from Laurel to Hyattsville and into Washington. Hundreds of suffragists greet them at Fifteenth Street, escort to headquarters, and a noon street meeting follows. Featured speakers include Miss Elizabeth Freeman and Mrs Raymond Brown, with extensive city meetings planned.

Washington Genevieve Wimsatt Petticoat Cavalry Jones Kyattsvile Falrimont Seminary Lawrence Lewis Philadelphia Fifteenth Pilgrims Ida Krafts Elizabeth Freeman Margaret Foley Raymond Brown Glendower Evans Boston State Owen Kildare Jessie Lane Riverdale Edith Marsden Welen Jamison Thirteenth Street EB. Dana Durand Woodley Place William Kent Representative Kent California L Street Woodward Clark Randie Heights

Pankhurst Granted Bail In Epsom Court

Mrs Emm e Pankhurst, suffragette leader, appeared in Epsom court on charges of inciting others to place explosive substances to damage Chancellor Wood George's home. She was released on bail of 2800 with conditions to refrain from incitement and attending public meetings during the case. Proceedings resume tomorrow.

Epsom England Emmeene Pankhurst Wood George Wilton Heath Mrs. Pankhurst

Vassar Suffs Abandon Marchers To Washington Parade

Vassar College will not send a delegation to Washington for the suffrage parade on March 3. Despite interest from women suffrage enthusiasts, President James M. Taylor opposed the plan, leading the group to abandon the idea and refrain from seeking permission.

Pougnkeepse Vassar Washington Pr. James M. Taylor

Gas Fumes Cause Four Deaths in Cleveland Family

In Cleveland, Mrs. James Jenkins found Patrick Moran, his wife, and their son Emmett dead from gas asphyxiation in the Moran home. Six-year-old Lawrence and a six‑month‑old baby were alive but in danger, with twin sisters and two others affected. Indications point to a were overcome last night during preparation for bed.

Cleveland Ohio James Jenkins Patrick Moran Moran Emmett Lawrence

Licensed Weddings Listed In Tangled Transcript

A fragmented OCR list shows multiple license records including Edward Gantt 21 and Marian Dally 18, Bettie L Saunders 22 of Roseland Va, and Bruce Gardner 21 with Alice Jett 31 of Richmond Va. The text also mentions James Musale 28 of New York and Bettie Saunders and other names with unclear affiliations or dates.

Edward Gantt Marian Dally Award D. Stone James C. Musale New York N. Y Bettie L. Saunders Roseland E. Hes Swein Bruce C. Gardner Bethel WN. C Alice H. Jett Richmond James Montgomery. Mears 'T. Puchs Bila J. Sale Caratine Squary Gres Philip MO Lewis Lelaly, Shirley Whilan J.mooks

Antisuffrage claims capital show California figures

In Washington and San Francisco leaders push anti suffrage arguments while reporting only 26 percent of San Francisco women registered and 2 percent voting. Mrs. Arthur M. Dodge cites widespread opposition among lawmakers. An anti headquarters register claims over 2,000 names pledging sympathy with anti suffrage, and George Hutchison endorses the cause.

San Francisco Arthur M. Dodge National Association Buffrage Dodge Judiciary California Antis George Jordan Anti Priging Amises George Hutchison Hutchison

Roosevelt backs fusion plan against Tammany Hall

Theodore Roosevelt releases a letter endorsing a nonpartisan, fusion ticket for New York municipal elections to oppose Tammany Hall. He rejects any deal to divide spoils and supports a platform of progressive, independent candidates. The letter, sent to Hudson Progressive Club, urges reform and local applicability.

New York Theodore Roosevelt Tammany Hall Hudson Progressive Club

Jury Acquits J. B. Sneed in Amarillo Murder Case

Vernon Texas reports John Beal Sneed cleared of the murder of Al Boyce Jr in Amarillo last September. The wealthy rancher said he acted to protect his wife after Boyce eloped with her. This marked a second Boyce family killing tied to the elopement. Capt Albert Boyce Jr had been killed previously in Fort Worth.

Boyce Sneed Albert Boyce, Jr Fort Worth Capt. Boyce

Thaws competency in question as witnesses rise

Albany Feb 5. The inquiry into charges against former secretary William F Clark probes Thaws competency to testify. Clark accuses Col Joseph F Scott of conspiring to release Thaw while Scott demands a full probe. Supt Russell of Matteawan Hospital claims a lawyer offered 20000 dollars to aid Thaws release.

Albany Harry K. Thaw Sulzer Committee of Inquiry William F. Clark Clark Thaw Joseph F. Scott Russell Matteawan Hospital John N. Anhut New York Anhut Matteawan John H. Delaney Shaw Col. Scott

Senate Bill Allocates Funds for Capitol Grounds and Women’s Hospital

The Senate late yesterday reported a sundry civil bill designating the State Department site on government land between B Street North and Fourteenth Street North West. It provides 38,972 to enlarge Capitol grounds, 100,000 for a hospital for women replacing Columbia Hospital, and salary increases for several officials. The measure also authorizes funds to adjust the zoo park boundary and raises Meridian Hill park improvements from 2,500 to 35,000.

Senate State Department B Street Fourteenth Street Fifteenth Street National Museum Capitol Columbia Hospital Zoo Park Meridiam Hill Park The Interstate Com

Pension Office Funding Allocation Amended in Senate Bill

An amendment increased funds for pensions and offices with adjustments to salaries for the Commission, fisheries, and public printer. The pension office received 18 000 for repairs and 21 500 for new fire protection appliances as part of the bill’s total 133 887 852 appropriation.

Merce Commission Commissioner of Fisheries

Bryan Tightens Deadlock in Illinois Senate Crisis

A Feb telegram from William J Bryan to Gov Dunne urges Illinois Democrats to resign themselves to only a long term seat, arguing against a Sherman Lewis compromise. The message, cited by lawmakers, suggests Republicans and Progressives should not force a short term. In New Hampshire, Henry F. Hetlig almost wins U S Senate, receiving 202 votes to 172 for Pearson with 23 for Britton.

Chicago William J. Bryan Gov Dunne Illinois Springfield Col. Bryan Concord N. H Henry FP. Hetlig United States Edward W. Pearson William J. Britton

Rock Blast Kills Many in Gijon Harbor Blast

An urgent message reports numerous deaths in Gijon harbor Asturias as rocks were blasted in the port. The count is feared to reach 60, with Oviedo dispatches confirming the disaster in the principal seaport of Asturias.

Oviedo Spain Gijon Asturias

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