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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1909

Page

34

Attorney General delays in Harriman suit linked to Oregon California rail case

The document outlines a dispute over bringing main suit against Harriman interests concerning Oregon and California rail road ventures. Charles J Bonaparte notes delays, cites a September filing, and recounts congressional orders to proceed. Tensions mount as Tillman accuses others of shielding the President from accountability amid overarching political maneuvering.

Alifornié Oregon Harriman Oregon and California Charles J Bonaparte Congress Mir Tilman Jawai Milionaires Meyer Presi Iene Geral Dorrie Reed & Watkins Senate

Miss Brinkley Accidentally Shoots Herself at Winston-Salem

Miss Brinkley daughter of a Norfolk and Western agent living in Augusts county arrived in Winston-Salem yesterday and stayed with Mr and Mrs Jeln Wo Witt. This morning a young man visited, and shortly after he left Miss Brinkley said she had accidentally shot herself in the left breast, the bullet missing vital organs.

Tron Frinkley Hrinkies Norfolk and Western Winston Salem Jeln Wo Witt

Revolutionist as Minister Hastien Lesder Sannon Named to Succeed J N Leger

Port au Prince January 14 Haitian revolutionary leader Fauleus Sannon, who helped overthrow President Nord Alexis, is named minister to the United States. He will replace J N Leger, long known in foreign circles in Washington, who resigned after the government fell.

Hastien Lesder Sannon J N Leger Port Au Prince Halth H Fauleus Sannon Nord Alexis United States Mr Bannon Leger Washington

Envoy Paul finds friends in Venezuela talks

Paris reports that the French cable to Venezuela may reopen within weeks as talks with Dr Paul, the Venezuelan special envoy, progress smoothly. France expects restored diplomatic relations soon after favorable overtures from Caracas.

Washington Post Paris Venezuela Paul Thie France Paula

Refugees to Roosevelt Discuss Asylum Rights at White House

Samuel Gompers and AFL leaders met President Roosevelt at the White House to present memoranda urging asylum for political refugees. The council cited cases in California and Arizona, including Menlo liberal suspects, with President expressing sympathy but declining to attack Diaz or Mexican policy. The briefing named Russian and Mexican refugees and outlined prosecutions led by Arizona and California officials, aiming to secure protection under American asylum principles.

Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Roosevelt White Henge National Convention Federation Denver United States Mr Gompers White House Frank Morrison John B Lennon James Duncan John Mitchell James O Connell Max Morris D A Hayes William D Huber Jozeph F Valentine John R Alpine Ans Gompers Morison Mitchell Tas Menleaniberal Party California Arizona Dias Jan Pouren Cone Suze Ricardo Flores Mugon Antonio I Vallerreal Librado Ricers Los Angeles Igy Mexico Baef

Abducted at 11 Sparks Bigamy Claims in Divorce Suit

In a Newark chancery filing, Wie Helen Vreeland alleges she was abducted at age 11 by her father's coachman and married to McGinn by a man posing as a priest. She charges her husband Richard Vreeland with bigamy and reveals eight years of cohabitation and two daughters with Vreeland plus relationships with McGinn and Mrs Connelly. The court ordered briefs from counsel.

Washington Post New York Helen Kh Vierland Leonia Chancellors Court Newark James Ia Guin McGinn McGinn Richard Vreelang Midgewood Neu Leonia Mru Vreelands McGinn Viceland Wary Connelly Ridgewood Vreeland

Prosecution Hears Canal Purchase Criticism Rumors

United States officials weigh criminal action against New York publishers over Panama Canal purchase criticism. Papers sent to Stimson and Jerome may lead to grand jury proceedings. The issue centers on alleged graft and who profited from the 310000000 payout to the French company.

Department of Justice Lnited Stimson New York Panama United States Amgn Wing VW Kelson Cramwell Douglas Robinson Charles Taft Prescin Select Theimatte France Anatiias Club Jt 1 Vr Stimson Wvel Assau Canal Coloria Bonaparte Allarey Stimson Pipers Jerome Graud New Loth Craising Indianapolis York Panama Canal IL ‘S New York State Federa New York County Nehbs Lewyers AC Rouvey

Guild Elected President of Forestry Association

The American Forestry Association unanimously elected officers with former Massachusetts Governor Curtis Guild to succeed James Wilson as president. The slate includes Carnegie, Finley, Oliver, Taft, White, and Pardee among others, all noted for their commitment to forestry and conservation.

American Forestry Association Aaite Guv Curtis Guild Massachusetts James Wilson Mr Guild Andrew Carnegie James J Hi WW Finley The Southern Railway David R. Francis Bissourt George T Oliver Pittsburg Eliot Charles B Taft Ohio Weir Mitchell Philadelphia George Foster Peabody New York Andrew D White Albert Bhaw Gov Pardee California Ransdell Louisiana Charles R van Hise Wisconsin JT Rothrock Annsylvania Ferguson Ontario Edward Everet Hale J Batcheloer New Hampshire

Government Officials and Delegates Listed in White House Session

A fragmented list of officials and lawmakers appears from a White House gathering. Names include Secretary of the Treasury Winthro, Secretary of State Bacon, Immigration Commissioner Keefe, Attorney General Bonaparte, Navy Secretary Mew, and several senators and representatives. The text also mentions labor leaders and notable figures such as Gompers and Cheney, along with a long roster of state and federal delegates.

Treasury Winthro Lodge Massachusetts Clark Wyoming Devfridgt Indiana Gamble South Dakota Denby California Fornes New York Watson Landis Pray Parsons New Lort Velalghlis Wiltnaitt Ghons Nath Dakota Cook Coorado Tennessee Hill Connecticut Bess Nea York Vreeland New Driscoll Lormer Fanchot Sen Cheney Wiss

Missing Man Feared Dead Amid Police Murder Plot Theories

Seventh Precinct police pursue death by own action theory as James Young is sought at Ridge Road home. Neighbors report threats and alleged mistreatment by supposed friends, with clothing matches found along Chesapeake Bay routes. Nearby, Ida Green and relatives contend with a probate case naming Green heirs and executor Ida Green. Paper dated December 19, 1939.

George Fun James Loung Sears Ridge Road Therm Pirie Young Parsons Hous Geigons Seventh Precinct Ma P Tda Green Lormerny Lizza C Green Wan Miss Green Marshall Willam Taylor Ida G Ida Green

Munyons Cold Remedy and Other Remedies Ad

An old advertisement touts Munyon’s Cold Remedy for head and chest relief without delay, claiming it cures fevers discharges and coughs. It promotes Rheumatism Kidney and Vitalizer remedies and offers a free almanac upon request, noting Munyon’s Philadelphia origin.

Munyons Munyon Wanyon Munyon'n Philadelphia

Grand Army Heads Seek Govt Aide For Lincoln Centenary

Grand Army leaders pressed for government sponsorship of a Lincoln centenary observance as President Roosevelt plans a westward trip but may attend. Repeated medical checks found the President fit, with Surgeon General Rives, Rear Admiral, and others confirming health. The plan envisions a national celebration on February 12 at Warrington with speeches and a farm setting linked to Lincoln’s birth, overseen by Grand Army officials and cabinet discussion.

Grand Army Lincoln Roosevelt Saul Rives White House Trestigeor Iit Horsebank Virgina Farm Jatur W. Butts Iamself Cary ‘v Jist Warrenton Army Gor Rines Mutual Bureau Veyins S. Bardette Tunham Warrington

Mysterious white powder inquest tied to Pippin murder claim

Prosecutor Dean said Charles T Pippin was murdered after drinking stage wine during an amateur show. He noted a mysterious white powder found earlier as a preparation to wash off a burnt cork and suspected a poisoning plot possibly meant for someone else. Maude Hammer Pippins fiancée discussed using patent washing powder to clear his face after the role. The inquest explored witnesses while local option tensions and theater cast affiliations stirred Maryland Delaware communities.

Marydet Publi Provocuto Dean Charles T .Pippin Pippin Maryland Delaware Maryland Mc Kodlet Methodist Church

Water gas use debated by U S gas inspector in Massachusetts

United States gas inspector Runyon discusses water gas in Massachusetts cities. He notes laws limiting carbon monoxide. water gas is cheaper but higher monoxide than coal gas. Most plants mix water and coal gas. some small towns use gas from coke ovens. He warns dangers depend on fixtures and no safe method to remove carbon monoxide.

United States Gag Metera Washington Massachusetts Thera National Directory of Gas Companies Amale Runyon Boston

Commission Refuses to Dismiss Express Case

The Interstate Commerce Commission yesterday refused to dismiss the complaint by the American Bankers Association against the American Express Company. The decision leaves open issues of possible unjust discrimination in express company dealings in exchanges, orders and related interstate commerce matters.

Government Will Not Interfere With Rate Reasonableness

The Interstate Commerce Commission said it will curtail no approved rate unless it finds the rate unreasonable unjustly discriminatory or contrary to law The Paola Refining Company suit against the Missouri Kansas Texas Railroad was dismissed without prejudice The action claimed short haul rates were higher than long haul tariffs but the commission found rate adjustments in traffic conditions do not violate the law

Tanioad Commission al I Interstate Commerce Commission Paola (Hans) Refining Company Missouri Kangan and Texas Railroad

Health Office Record Of Local Residents And Births

Health office record lists residents with ages from infants to seniors across multiple streets including NC Ave NW D St NW Warrent at Ne and 6xt NW. Names include Marlin A Goodwin Helen G Hornaday Henrietta Stewart Annie Kratz William Cook George Phuger Laura Duffy Catherine Bitchels William Wateron Bridget Bros Julia Ashton Annette Hawilas Moses Raichgert Mary Kilifan Frank Hartman George Wales John Daingefeld Moritz Shenowaky Louis Harrowits Tevle Payne and Frances Payne with numerous births and family pairings.

Marlin A Goodwin St. Nw Helen G Hornaday Henrietta Stewa T Annie H Kratz John T Love Wiliam F Cook George Wi Phuger Bunker Hill Laura A Duffy O Sears Catherine Bitchels Svears William A Wateon Regent Hotel Bridget H Bros Julia Ashton Annette Hawilas Mosea Leah Raichgert Bor Dark Mary Kilfan Frank Allfe F Hartman George H Josephine Wales John Alic R. Daingefeld Moriz Bely Shenowaky Louie Rose Harrowits Tevle Frances Payne

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