West Virginia Governor Urges Tax Increases and Liquor Referendum
Gov Dawson’s biennial message to the West Virginia legislature presses for higher oil and gas taxes and licensing action. It urges better mine inspections, licensing of foreign operations, and enforcement services, with attention to mine fatalities. The liquor issue should go to a state wide vote, and the message calls for revenue measures to meet debt and resource needs. Special to The Washington Post. Charleston, W. Va. Jan 1.
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From Tropics to Snowstorm on Whit Star Journey
The Whit Star ship ends a voyage from tropical warmth to a freezing storm, with passengers and crew facing extreme cold. Temperatures near zero leave travelers disgusted at the calm seas before a sudden snow event.
Trainmen's Order Upheld in Grounded Exclusion
The court upheld the expulsion of Harry Dague from the Brotherhood Trainmen after legal dismissal, ruling he was not reinstated. The plaintiff claimed a legal remedy but the judge found the expulsion valid as his membership fee had been paid on time and the application for reinstatement was denied. The decision noted damages of $1310 and affirmed the denial of renewed membership due to the challenged posting of a statement.
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Glass Makers Weigh Merger Amid Conference Fight
A merger among West Virginia, Indiana, Pennsylvania, New York, Kansas, and other glass firms is discussed as consolidation moves forward. The plan would place headquarters in Pittsburgh and bring together several large manufacturers under a single umbrella, with officers and control to follow the agreement.
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Fire Department Changes in Washington City
Mivale 1G Zirkle of Ne. 1 epaine Heopame Amiestia has been promoted to lieutenant of Noo Chemical company, Washington fire department. Mount A. Maytiew, private of iss 1han Geer, promoted to private and to succeed Lieut Zirkie. Jobson appointed private to succeed Mayhew.
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Three of a Kind Dropped Coffer Picked up Postal Health
A fragmentary reader letter describes coffee and tea as potential nerve irritants and heart strain. The writer cites nervous prostration and insomnia relieved after stopping coffee and using Postum. A neighbor joins the testimonial trio praising Postum’s effects and a supporting note from the manufacturer invites readers to consider The Road to Weil.
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Senate Defends Self as Tillman Views Defense
Congress condensed reports Senator Tillman defending himself against presidential charges, noting joint statements by Attorney General and Postmaster General. A Florida bill by Millen to ban interracial marriage and penalties drew attention as other measures were detailed. The Senate planned to meet today after passing the District appropriation bill with no playground funding increase, and a tariff bill on Porto Rico imports was approved before adjournment.
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Colored Troops Accused In Sackett’s Harbor Incidents
Watertown New York January 14 The Twenty fourth Infantry faced public ire after a series of alleged crimes by colored soldiers including two street assaults on women in Sackett Harbor and a pistol driven demand on Eveleigh House proprietor Frank Widener by a colored soldier accompanied by three white women Justice Parker failed to seize the suspect prompting talk of higher war department involvement District Attorney Pitcher said military authorities should handle the matter and investigations continue
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Calls Brown Sale a Fraud
A Virginia corporation court ruling finds Rollo W. Brown of Washington liable for selling Mrs. Karnes $1,000 in stock of two fraudulent firms the Barium Lead Manufacturing Company and Solar Chemical Company. Armentrout who bought Brown notes sues. court awards Karnes $400 cash and the note. Brown arrested December 7 on grand larceny charges in a related case. detectives trailed him after a vigil in the Western building.
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Lottle Wallerstein
Atlantic City
O'Dea and Evans
Abolish Toll Pikes Proposed by Olney Colesville Wheaton
Washington Post reports citizens of Olney Colesville and Wheaton plan to buy Union Norwood and Ashton pikes and hand them to the good roads commission for repair at state expense. They seek bonds and a special tax to fund gradual redemption and interest. Bids for building a Kensington to Bradley Lane Chevy Chase pike, about 12 miles, ranged from 90070.70 to 6208.27, with MekKay Engineering Co of Baltimore submitting the lowest bid. bids sent to State highway commission.
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Cohasset poised to replace Oyster Bay as summer capital
Boston dispatch reports Cohasset on Massachusetts south shore may become the summer capital of the United States. An agent for President-elect Taft reviewed Dr John Bryant estate near White Head where a 40 acre property house by Henry H Richardson is being leased. Executor J Henry Russell would not confirm Taft signing, only that the lease is under consideration.
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Mrs Taft to Visit Quaker City for Civic Welfare Event
Mrs William H Taft wife of the President-elect will visit Philadelphia as guest of Mrs Horace Brock and Mrs Cornelius Stevenson in support of the National Civic Federation womens welfare dept Her Philadelphia call precedes a move toward forming a Pennsylvania womens section in New Haven Invitations have been sent to over two hundred ladies in the region to attend.
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Bill to Protect Forests and Election Reforms Highlight Raleigh Dispatch
Special to The Washington Post from Raleigh N C January 14 reports a Senate bill to protect forests in Swain Jackson and Haywood counties passed. Proposals include electing county superintendents by popular vote and allowing prisoners awaiting trial to work on public roads. Two executed measures aim to electrocute prison inmates and redefine assault with intent to rape. The Legislature also discusses a Peedee Valley Railway charter and a constitutional amendment repeal proposal. Gen Lee birthday celebration planned at State University with President Venable invited.
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Diplomats Call on Root at the State Department
A large contingent of ambassadors and ministers visited the State Department amid rumors of Mr. Root’s imminent retirement. Attendees included envoys from Germany, Italy, Austria Hungary, Japan, and Russia and ministers from Santo Domingo, El Salvador, Guatemala, Denmark, Honduras, Cuba, Colombia, Panama, Nicaragua, Greece and other nations. Ambassador Bryce discussed the Newfoundland fisheries treaty with the Secretary in the afternoon.
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25000 Acre Land Deal Ties Virginia Counties
A vast land transaction in southwestern Virginia unites Russell and Buchanan landowners with W H Crockett A P Pearly of Williamsport Pa Capt Mogate of Abingdon and G Boyd of Wise county The deal backed by 12000000 dollars covers about 1000 acres mainly in Buchanan county A railroad along Lewis Creek from Honaker Va is surveyed 18 miles with 9 miles remaining to a coal carrying junction with the Carolina Clinchfleet and Ohio line
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Virginia Obituary Capsule From Lynchburg to Des Moines
Obituaries from Virginia and beyond note Mary Peachy Gilmer Craddock of Lynchburg. Rev Jacob H. Giracofe of Virginia dies in Bellefontaine Ohio. Mary Elizabeth Shakelford of Fredericksburg. Mrs Caroline Kurtz of Stafford succumbs to pneumonia. William M. Taylor magistrate of Harberson. Horace C. Chisholm merchant of Barton Heights. Mary Alice Newcombe of Winchester. Henry J. Pawlett farmer and politician. Geryl F. Carrell sworn as governor of Iowa.
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Ohio
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Virginia
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Caroline Kurtz
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Stafford County
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Barton Heights
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Frederick County
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Father John's Medicine Praised In Regret Letter
Niagara Falls resident George Colquhon shares a regent letter praising Father John's Medicine after a four month illness. He notes relief from long trouble and cough, claims it prevented pneumonia and consumption, and includes a faint testimonial with a neighborly endorsement.
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Four Burned to Death in Burning Home Near Neenah
Warsaw Va Jan 4 The wife of Arthur Cary a negro living near Neenah Westmoreland county and three small children were burned to death in their home yesterday The mother was ill at the time and unable to leave the house.
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Winners at Poultry Show in Herndon Virginia Cups Awarded
The Herndon Poultry Association opened its second annual show with 500 entries. Hogs & Son won the Carlin silver cup. N B Warner earned the Dr H B Hutchison and Westmoreland Davis cups. CLA Walker took the H A Sager cup for the whitest bird. GW James won the Maffett cup. J E Morris showed Buff Rovtis and H Day displayed Reds Orpingtons Games Bantams. Manager denies report of a school basketball forfeit.
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Virginia Briefs Include Indictment and Rail Plans
Virginia briefs report Charles Giespie indicted by a special grand jury and slated for trial. Rail lines from St Paul VA to Charlotte NC may open after Virginia coal fields extension. Enos Mills spoke at Staunton on forest prosecution. A Blair in Appalachian shot his wife. he’s jailed at Wise. A 8 year-old assault case in Norfolk court. demurrer sustained, new true bill entered. Crescent iron mills in Bristol to resume Monday employing 200.
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Truth About Kidney Trouble Promoted By Fulton Compound
An article touts kidney inflammation as the cause of many kidney issues and claims Fulton’s Renal Compound can reduce inflammation in about 87 percent of cases. It cites John J Fulton and offers free literature, with local agents advertised for monthly bulletins.
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Maryland Happenings Chronicle Local Legal and Fire News
Annapolis judge Brashears denied divorce to Minnie Cooper amid collusion concerns while Isaac Nutwell challenged Anne Arundel vehicle tax. Deputy Sheriff Gannon raided six more speakeasies in Easton area, total twelve in a week. Fire at La Plate destroyed a dwelling, losses around $2,000. Court actions from Annapolis to Baltimore and Richmond include civil dockets and marriages in Broad Street Methodist Church and various Maryland towns.
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Bessie Buford Kasey and George Winston Schenk Married
The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dallas Tucker of Harrisonburg. Bridesmaids Lucy Ballard Nora Payne and Wlessie Clayton, Lucy Kasey sister of the bride, were present. Separately, the British steamer Teesbridge ran aground off the North Carolina coast in thick weather near Currituck Inlet. Crews from nearby life stations reported the ship high and dry despite the rough conditions. cause of grounding not yet determined.
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Teesbridge
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Whales Mead
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Warrant Issued for Sidney Robertson in Father Assault
A warrant was issued for the arrest of Sidney Robertson, a locally known young man, charged with assaulting his father Stanhope Robertson last night after a dispute over money. The incident occurred in Petersburg Virginia on the evening of the 14th.
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Cooper's New Discovery Medicine Gains New York Attention
Crowds flock to Cooper's store in New York with many praising the medicine's effects on indigestion, rheumatism, and nervous symptoms. Mrs. Trensch of Desbrosses Street reports long illness cured after using the remedy, noting rapid improvements and renewed energy. The company offers a free treatise and promises nationwide availability through druggists.
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