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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1908
Page
3
A fragmented report describes aggrieved actions linked to a confessed anarchist. The individual reportedly fired near Father Leo, with unclear evidence about intent and a retracted confession. The events involve church services, a Colorado Springs context, and questions about whom the gunman targeted.
A historical directory fragment lists funeral directors and embalmers with addresses and phone lines. Names include R F Harvey's Sons Nepal Mefctops and Evbalmers, Speare Undertaker, Frank and smeared, Sardo & Co, Thos S Serjeon, Costello Medal Director, Geo P Zahorst, William Lee, Frank Geier's Sons, John Wright Co, and others with street addresses and public phone numbers.
An elderly resident of Grove Pennsylvania died at age 102, recalling childhood memories from 81 years earlier of soldiers sharpening swords during wartime. Her recollections described vivid scenes of weapon practice seen from her home and reflected the era’s wartime atmosphere.
A 19th century newspaper item lists marriages involving George W. and Alice Walter of Philadelphia, and Violet Campfoerd and Rey Williams, with other names including Charles B. Conk and Job E. Smith. The notices detail spouses from Philadelphia and Jacksonville, noting public legal filings and witnesses.
Fragmented health office record listing names and partial addresses. Mentions ages around 41 and 43, several individuals including Vivian Norton and Nadine Yo, with scattered street hints and hospital reference. Content is incomplete and uncertain but preserves person names and places as read.
Interstate Commerce Commission heard 37 extension requests for the nine hour legal limit with two denials. Railways including the Chicago Burlington and Quincy and Southern Railway testified that hiring enough telegraph operators is impractical, and some lines propose station closures or other economies to comply. The hearing noted most major lines did not apply for relief, implying they will conform by March.
Commissioner Newell and Chairman Anipp of the Interstate Commerce Commission said the first mediation conference between the mediation board and Southern Railway officials and employees nearly failed to agree on a proposed wage reduction scale. The board, directed by law, will proceed, and money wells hag urged the Southern to supply the names and addresses of the organizations and representatives involved as two weeks of efforts continue toward a compromise.
Pratien Connell of the International Association of Machinists and other unions led negotiations with the company in New York. The event highlighted machinists engineers firemen railway telegraphers and related craft workers taking part in the talks.
The New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company will reduce salaries by 10 percent for managers earning $2000 or more and cut 6 percent for those between $1200 and $2000, effective March 1. Total annual payroll reductions expected around $125,000, with prior cuts totaling about $37,000 weekly.
Telegraphers on the Northern Pacific oppose the road's proposed hours and wage schedule to take effect in March. They reject salary cuts and the new work hours and bond requirements, citing personal financial risk and burdens.
Grand Duke Nicholas and three women face death by court verdicts in a Fortress of St Peter and St Paul military trial. Proclaimed defendants deny murder aims while admitting the plot to harm the minister of justice. Two women also condemned to death amid claims of denied defense and court secrecy.
Aged master of the ill fated ship General Slocum begins a ten year term after surrendering this morning. The case involves the burning and deaths tied to the steamboat disaster. The sentence was upheld by the United States Court of Appeals on his appeal for clemency. Capt Var Seb ties were mentioned with the Pilots Mates Association awaiting actions in Washington.
The article describes a tragic steamer sinking on the upper Waseseipr River after a collision near Fu Crosse. Passengers heard the collision, and one man felled the steamer’s nozzle on shore while others escaped to an island.
The trustees of the McKinley National Memorial Association face a court battle after attempts to seize Mrs Barker sister of the late Mrs McKinley failed. The plan to use the McKinley name as a public memorial could not proceed as the will and law prevented sale of the estate. The property may be offered at public sale following court action.
The saga follows Gladys Hodgdon Southern Carkins from a Boston childhood to a sensational Paris social orbit. Her marriage to James D Kelley and later life in Newington with a vast Great Bay estate are noted alongside alleged blackmail, multiple name changes, and European tours. The piece traces her rise as a performer, escalated social stature in Paris, and controversial associations with prominent figures in high society.
Special Cable reports Henry Mapleson claims Mrs Roy known as Mrs Carkins admitted her former husband Carlins was alive and that she engaged Gracia Calla in Paris. Sergei alias Roy and Garon dispute motives while French authorities prepare a formal inquiry into the alleged murder and its tangled affairs.
A young Paris hostess enjoyed a brief social dominance famed for her refined dinners and attention from admirers. Among her circle was the late Spah of Persia during his final Paris visit, who presented her with splendorous diamonds and pearls.
London report on Asquith proposing a gradual 20 year reduction of regular saloon licenses, one per 750 people in cities and one per 400 in rural areas, with local option, compensation phase, and Sunday hours limits. Balfour denounces bill as robbery amid brewing interests opposition. unions warn of Lords battle.
Beautiful residence offered at a sacrifice to settle estate. Price listed at $1,8500 with sale held locally. Washington Heights location features 12 rooms, two baths, and hot-water heat. Reduced price of $8,500.
The deposition of Clifford Bowe, in the Hartje divorce suit, alleges improprieties between Hartje and his wife family. The testimony was publicized as part of a conspiracy case involving John L. Weishons. The defense disputes the claims, calling the deposition a disgusting recital and baseless. The judge limited further testimony to avoid prejudice.
Guards and deputies protected two accused Black youths Brad and Ned Toland after a reported murder and assault on Mrs Elhsor. The suspects were arrested at Prosperity. one confessed. A mob of about a dozen men gathered near the depot, ready to lynch, but Superintendent Griffith dispatched guards, averting a hanging.
The identified body found in a canal is Thomas Dover a 38 year old private in the Forty-fifth Coast Artillery at Fort Du Pont. Dover was last seen November 4 1907 wearing a winter uniform with overcoat and had money. The body was found stripped of clothing except stockings and shoes. The murder question is open and the case attracts local attention.
A pugilist Negra Brown was knocked unconscious after a bout and found on Twenty Second Street near Fretarn. He died at hospital from head injuries. A man named Dred Lovel faced the claim of assault. Wife testified absence of consent to a hand injury.
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