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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1909

Page

17

Banks Name Directors Amid Wide City Changes

Elections by eleven national banks and two trust firms produced broad directorate shakeups led by American National Bank where Robert N. Harper retired as director and R. H. Lyon is expected to be reelected president. New names from Farmers and Mechanics, Commercial, National, and Washington banks fill boards as officers to be chosen today.

R. H. Lyon American National United States Yester Ly Amerian National Bank Robert N. Harper ATE Lys Harper Columbia National Bank John Joy Bacon Washington Loan End ‘Truat Company John Caramack Lst of Charles G. Bailey William E. Barker Albert F. Fox Benjamin W. Guy John A. Hamilte Benjamin F. Leighton Alvin B. Lothier Tohn Mitchgil, Jr Thomas C. Noyes Francia The Commercial National Bank P. J. Brennan Walter A. Brown W. A. F. Church Myer Cohen James A. Cahill A. G. Clapham Samuel G Cornwell Michael J. Jolpert H. Bradley Davidson J. J. Darlington Eldridge E. Jordan Rudolph Kauffmann Ralph W. Lee William FB. Haro Arthur CG. Mosea W. A. Mearns John L National Bank of Washington Mary William F. Mattingly W. K. Mendenhall George W. Moss H. Norment Ouell & Smith George P. Sacks Charles Schafer George L. Starkey Charles E. White Harry Woodman Lev Woodbury Adams M. E. Alles B. C. Brandenburg John Callahan B. B. Evans W .J. Flather Daniel Frazer Edward Graves J. T. Hendricks J. W. Lee Riggs Bank Riggs National Bank Woard Charles ©. Glover Thomas Hyde James M. Johnston Willang J Flather R. Ross Perry Thomas F Walsh Henry Wurtz John BR. McTean James Stillman F A. Vanderlip Milton Ff J. Goodman William A. Hill L. PB. Krey Norton M. Little J. Lambert William A. Lynn Munford James O'Donnell Arthur G. Plavt J. H. Ralston Pred B. Rhodes T. Lanner T. F. Schneider John @. Sleman, Jr Quincy Smth Fimes Sharp Poara National Metropolitan Bank George Flares Charles Jacobsen D. H. Perry Johnson Wiliam S. Knox John J. Moore W. HL. Moses Myron M Parker St Ralston Hugh Reilly Cuncil Rudolph George HM Sonny Watkins W. A. Wimsuit We Woodward John A. Larner BH Southard Parker Addion Worner i Natonal Bank Aedit Washington Loan and ‘Trust Company Charles & Hailey W. BE. Burke John R. Carmody Augustus Craney Ir Joe Darington Ames T DuBois Jann Joy Euson A. P Pardon John &. Hamion

Obituary notice from 1909 with scattered personal details

An obituary fragment notes the death of Janet Keely or similar, detailing residence on North Crreting avenue and a described date in January. It mentions mourners and family relations, a burial at Creek Cemetery, and lists of potential heirs or relatives. The text is heavily garbled OCR with many misspellings and unreadable segments.

Bristat Eid Janiay Saray Wengt Homuen Jane Crreting Avenue Bowmellines Caroll Kook Pan Ada Aventyetig Poin Anaass Tea Fyi Dave Taha Book Creek van Hogh Kamina Iigan Avenue Eral Bate Murat Joan E Dt Nusbondoon Bnd Howe

Mrs Morris Assailed Sequel Ties White House Row

President Roosevelt released letters from Francis J. A. Darr of Somerset New Jersey and L Lightleyman son of Mrs Morris by her first marriage. Darr claims Mrs Morris acted violently at his home while Lightleyman says his mother is beyond control. Mrs Morris, in Washington at 115th Street, declines to read the letters and denies insanity or drug and liquor addiction. She plans legal action to obtain her rights.

Senate Senator Tillman Minor Morris White House Roosevelt Westerlay Francis J. A. Darr Somerset N. J Carr

Makes Plea For Wilson In New Cabinet Move

A telegram from the Iowa congressional delegation urged President-electTat to keep Secretary Wilson as head of the Agriculture Department. The action aims to recognize his excellence and anticipates similar support from Senate and House appropriation committees.

Seawall Named Federal Judge by North Carolina

President appoints H Seawall of Carthage North Carolina as federal judge for the Eastern district after recommendations by Judge Jeter C Pritchard. Former Populist lieutenant governor candidate Seawall previously sued the Seaboard Air Line for damages after rotten eggs were thrown in Shelby. President and Mrs Roosevelt travel to country home near Admiral Rixeys for holiday plans and a surprise Turkish ambassador presentation is arranged for tomorrow at the White House by Secretary Root.

Roosevelt Admiral Rixey Root White House H. Seawall Carthage N. C Jeter C. Pritchard Pritchard Merly United States North Carolina Fourth Judicial Circuit Seawall Seaboard Air Line Shelby T. T. Hicks Henderson Spencer B. Adams Hicks Navy Potomac River Washington Roothag Hagsian Elazim Bey

Brandegee Wins in Caucus for Connecticut Senate Seat

Hartford Jan 12 United States Senator Frank B Brandegee of New London will seek another term as junior senator from Connecticut. Narrow 166 to 134 Republican caucus vote. Hill of Norwalk opposed. Houses to vote Tuesday Senate to follow. Democrats may back Judge A Heaton Robertson for governor. Burton elected in Ohio House. Campbell and Harmon votes noted. Sacramento George Perkins reelected Senate on first ballot Assembly 81 to 2 Senate 38 to 3. Idaho Weldon D Heyburn reelected in separate sessions. rivals Stockslaver Woods divide Democratic and Republican votes.

Hartford Conn United States Frank B. Brandegee New London Connecticut Ebenezer J. Hill Norwalk Branderee

Illinois Deadlock on Canvass Delays Governor Denten Fight

Springheld Jan 12 A split in the Illinois legislature over canvassing the November state officer vote may end tomorrow when the Senate plans to join the House in a joint canvass. Speaker Shurtleff has not stated any plan, while the Senate insists on canvassing before a majority of each chamber. The quarrel centers on in person versus joint session procedures with Gov Denten’s foes in the House wary of a potential gubernatorial contest filing.

Springheld Senate Hall of Representatives House Edward G. Shurtleff Charles 8. Denten Audi Scasion Adkai Steven Bon

Class Elects Officers at Business High School

The first fourth year class election of the Business High School was held last evening. Officers elected for the ensuing year are J. W. Spraway president Miss M. H. Crandall vice president Miss Leila C. Scott secretary and E. Crown treasurer.

Lavon Trust Company Edward J Stellmagen Jamegs G. Payne M. J. Dunlop George Gibson B. R. Green W.htarban J.T. Hendricks Rudolph Kauffmann A Kenny D. E Lambie W. P. [Tapscomb J. Nota McGill F. B. McGuire George MacLanahan Autee Palmer Danan Philips F. A. Richardson B. ¥. Saul Richard H. Claughton James Trimble A. Douglas W. Meek Fhe Fist Business High School J. W. Spraway M. H. Crandall Leila C. Scott ES. Crown

News Writers at Play The Third Degree Night Show

National Press Club members from big city papers attended The Third Degree at Newel Theater as guests of Charley Klein and theater management. The event marked the theater’s second semiannual press night this season and drew about a hundred journalists. The play, dealing with police and court reporting, held strong appeal for newspaper professionals.

National Prese Club Newel Theater Charley Klein Maga Lig

Ball Inauguration Plans Delayed by House Action

Inaugural decorations and reviewing stands are held up as the House blocks use of the Pension Building for the ball. Subcommittees continue correspondence with trade groups while awaiting final action. West Point cadets and other military units are arranged for in the parade, with Maj. Gen. Howard to command the veteran division.

House of Representatives Uhe Committee On Gist Blair Maj James E. Bell Blur James Tush Marshall Myr. Marshall Stellwagen Stewaren Citiens Washington Congress Bel Gtn Theauy Whois Army Ion Uic United States Regular Army Marine Cory Naval Forces West Foint Annnapolis Grand Army of the Republic Army and Navy Uniah

Paul Begins His Mission In Venezuela France Talks Start

Jose de Jesus Paul, Venezuelan commissioner sent by President Gomez to settle disputes with France and Holland, opened negotiations with the French foreign office. William I Buchanan, U.S. international commissioner, reports progress toward resuming friendly relations as talks continue and a complete settlement of five American claims against Venezuela is anticipated within days.

Paris Jose de Jesus Paul Gomez France Holland Venezuela William I Buchanan Ial Commis Sioner United States State Department Gomes

New Jersey Governor Urges Prohibition Reform Policy

Gov Fat recommends strict enforcement of the Bishops law banning Sunday liquor sales and tighter supervision of licenses while noting no sentiment to justify broad prohibition. He calls for liberal corporate policy aligned with fair dealing and honest corporate formation and maintenance.

Trenton N. J Fat New Jersey

Bar Association Elects Officers Urges Judges to Wear Gowns

The Bar Association of the District by night elected Nathaniel Wilson president Frederick D. McKenney vice president Benjamin Minor second vice president H. H. Prescot Gatley secretary and Charles H. Cragin treasurer. A committee of three gowns was appointed to urge appellate judges to wear gowns during court sessions.

Bar Association of the District Nathaniel Wilson Frederick D. McKenney Vce Benjamin Minor HH. Prescot Gatley Charles H. Cragin Court of Appeals

Honduras Forced Apology for Abuse of American Official

Washington Post reports United States pressured Honduras to apologize for insulting American consular agent J. M. Mitchell Jr. in San Pedro. Court secretary denounced Mitchell. U.S. intervention led to apology, the court officer's dismissal, and a formal reparation.

Washington Post Puerto Cortez Honduras New Orleans United States J.M. Mitchell San Pedro Mitchel Mitchell Couswig State Department Washington Rook Tegucigalpa Amerian Pacific Squadron Navy Department Davilla

Colorado Democrats Face Fight Over Senate Nomination

In Washington Col J A Ownbey reports opposition to Hughes among Colorado Democrats. If Hughes is chosen by the legislature, a Senate inquiry into his record may follow. The party’s internal rift risks Teller's possible re election amid cross party opposition dynamics.

Henry M.teter Colorado Chartes J. Hughes Democratic Primar Hughes United States J. A Ownbey Washington Supreme Court Har Hughes Ownbey Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections Raleigh Col Qwaber Ynmaries Bost Teller Teiley

No Fetes for the Fleet Arrives in Paris for American Battleships

Paris officials report the French government has been advised of the arrival of the American warships but will not stage official fetes. Rear Admiral Sperr requested no formal receptions, preserving an unofficial character for the visits of the battleships.

Paris M. Thomson Marine Sperr Welcon

Newcombe Hospitalized at Johns Hopkins

Washington astronomer and mathematician Prof. Smith Newcombe is reported patient at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore. An operation was not definite today, but may be necessary to address his condition according to hospital sources.

Johns Hopkins Daltimore Smith Newcombe Washington Johns ‘Hopkins

Labor Leaders Plan Fight as Parker Attends Conference

New York lawyer Alton B Parker arrived to defend labor leaders Gompers Mitchell and Morrison at a conference of the American Federation of Labor executive council. The meeting discussed a fund for their fight, an interview with President Roosevelt, and a new department for the federation while considering a home for the AFL in this city.

Executive Council American Federation of Labor Gomperg John Mitchell Frank Morrison Alton B. Parker New York Auoreney Messia Ralston & Biddons Federation Gompers Roosevelt Taft Bryan Gomners Denver Jan Pouren Russia Mexico Rodovit Counci White House Messrs Duncan O'Connell Lennon Organized Labor United States’ Supreme Court Conference Committee of Reorganization Department

Burnside Post Dinner Banquet Featured Lincoln Eulogy

The twentieth second Burnside Fest banquet at the Ebbitt House included 20 post members with guests. Chaplain Couceu opened with an invocation, Dr A J Huntoon presided as treasurer, Maj H L Deam spoke as main speaker, and Gen S Burdett delivered a Lincoln eulogy. Mrs Grace Keye Miller and Gladys Virginia McGarry sang, Col John J Joyce read an original poem.

G A. R Ebbitt House Couceu House of Representatives A J. Huntoon Maj H. L. Deam Burnside Post Gladys Virginia McGarry Rubinstein Sunbton A. J. Hun Toon George C Ress Joseph B. Hart 1. Vanderhoef George T. Carter J. F. Johnson T. H. Sypherd 1. M. Goodacre L. D. Alden W. F. Haileux Willam Emerson M. J. Leonard H. J de Pue Christopher Starm J. BR. Ourster

Legislative Briefs on Investigations and Postage Privileges

The House select committee postponed work on investigating secret operators due to chairmanship issues. Amendments propose new under secretary and deputy secretary salaries at the State Department, with other hires. A bid for Mrs. Cleveland’s franking privilege and a 2-cent Lincoln cent stamp authorization are noted. War Department testimony highlights troop to horse ratios and cavalry shortages. The judiciary advances a bankruptcy law amendment and raises federal judge salaries. A woman, Mrs. M. W. Doss, was found unconscious from suspected poisoning, with the U S Embassy expressing condolences for earthquake victims.

Sensted War Department Ois

End of a Red Nose 5 Flesh Colored Face Product

An early 20th century advertisement touts a skin product named End of a Red Nose 5, claiming it is colorless grease free and blends with the natural skin for quick healing of pimples eczema and inflammations. It notes availability at pharmacys and drug stores with licensing by Emergency Laboratories and U S mail order for experimental quantities.

Potlam Fifth Street New Sark United States

Earthquakes Shake Two Mexican States Over Three Days

Seismic shocks hit Guerrero and Oaxaca with damage reported in smaller towns. Washington Post notes tremors in Havana and Mexico City as three quakes were recorded near Cheltenham Maryland with minor disturbances and unclear distances.

Washington Post Havana Belen University Italy Mexico City Guerrero Oaxata Mexico

Independent newspaper profile evokes broad reader appeal

The text extols a newspaper’s independence and fearless accuracy in public matters. It highlights desirable attributes for all classes of readers, the commitment to best news, top writers, and modern facilities, ensuring daily demand throughout the year.

Washington Post overview of content mix and audience reach

The Washington Post is a leading newspaper based in the capital. It covers financial news market reports and business status. It serves merchants creditors farmers and leisure readers with diverse columns and reading material.

The Post

Sunday Post Vows Highest Quality Illustrated Section

The magazine section showcases selections by prominent writers and fiction from noted authors. Foreign news is carefully chosen with timely, accurate illustrations. The Sunday Post presents itself as superior to other Sunday papers, trusted by households for dependable content.

Sunday Post

The Pinky Sheet Highlights Sunday Sporting Coverage

The Sporting Department of The Sunday Post, printed on pink paper, presents comprehensive results across base ball, racing, billiards, golf, boating, swimming, and all major outdoor and indoor sports. It emphasizes accuracy and breadth in chronicling every sport feature in the pink section.

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