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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1908
Page
3
A chaotic tale from a 1908 school setting describes Colonel Snell sending notes and two dollars to girls, with tales of post boxes and letters. The narrative shifts through names, incidents, and rumors about conduct at a Kansas City area institution and attendees at a later social event.
August Belmont and the Park Row Realty Company transferred the Great Park Row Building and two Fifth Avenue properties to Nathaniel M. Rothschild. The Bronx holdings totalled between 7 and 7.0 million dollars. Transfers filed in the recorder's office show nominal consideration with undisclosed exact values. Belmont and partner Walther Luttgen offered no reasons, calling it a business transaction. Nathaniel M. Rothschild of London is linked to the English Rothschild family.
John Graham of Greenpoint swam into Newtown Creek early today to prove it contains at least seven percent solids. He floated on a rubbery surface instead of sinking, was awakened by a boat horn, and later carried ashore by a boatman and physician.
Chicago lawyers opened hearings to contest a Supreme Court action on reorganizing north and west traction lines. Attorneys for the New Chicago Railways and Union Traction Company join in backing Judge Gross’s decrees as they travel to Washington to argue next Wednesday against Attorney C H Aldrich’s appeal.
Cano H Randolph president of the Washington board of Trade names a committee led by William V. Cox to urge enactment of Gen. John M. Wilsons proposed law. Members include Henry W. Samson, Robert Bennett, Sidney I Ressetfevre, James T. DuBois, Joseph Taber Johnson, Charles Kein, John B. Larner, Frank P. Ree, W. B. Thompson, with Gen. Wilson and the Sons of the American Revolution agreeing to cooperate.
Philadelphia January 17 A mystery surrounding Grace B Guernsey a young medical student who pledged a five value brooch to pay tuition deepens with the arrival of New York woman Mattie Purdy The case centers on a missing diamond brooch and a claim it was sent by Guernseys wife in New York police say Guernsey was under surveillance at Madlee Surgical Hospital after arrest and the Purdy woman was detained as investigators sift through suspicious facts Headlines point to possible marital ties and a missing jewel connecting to a New York business mans home.
Ongoing revival services led by Reverend A. W. Spooner and evangelist D. L. Spooner at the Presbyterian church attract much interest. A chorus and singers feature after services, with yesterday's sessions focused on young people and illustrated by drawn scenes.
Mrs Caroline Bartlett Sears, wife of Boston millionaire Herbert M Sears, killed herself by leaping from the thirteenth floor of the St Regis Hotel in New York. Her body landed on the roof of 695 Fifth Avenue after a 150 foot fall. A note to her husband was found. Sears, at Beverly, Mass, was notified by long distance and rushed to New York. The body was lowered to the street using a block and tackle after Mrs Brewster refused removal through the house. Mrs Sears leaves two young daughters.
The Corty-fifth anniversary of Columbia Commandery No. 2 Knights Templar was celebrated at the Masene Temple with a reception, musical and literary program, and a ball lasting past midnight. Eminent Commander Baldwin presided with a large guest list including Maryland visitors, the Columbia Quartet performed, and readings and solos followed in a formal evening of homage.
Dr. PL K Dahl a wealthy Northwestern Iowa physician is under arrest after an indictment for manslaughter in the death of Mrs. Floyd Bowen. He was found in narcotic delirium and, after an abdominal incision, damage to the intestines occurred. A mob restrained him as doctors and pursuers fought to stop the dangerous operation. Mrs. Bowen died shortly after.
A fragmentary marriage license list shows individuals including Samuel A. Schamel Myrtle V Adams and Ernest A Hauser Darnther Olt with several reverends named. The text is incomplete and unclear about dates and jurisdictions.
New Orleans reports Julius J. Cone of Cone & Snitzer Chicago held up on Bourbon Street at 5 am. He offered the bandit a loan of twenty dollars to avoid police report, and the thief accepted, leaving with a cigar and promise of repayment. Also covered are wills for German festivals and a suit over alienation of affections, a veteran’s death at a G A R banquet, and various oddities from Chicago to Ohio.
Uncertainty over which House committee should handle the Anacostia River reclamation project delays action. Gen Mackenzie urges referral to Rivers and Harbors, while the District Committee may keep it in its own panel. War Department notes and past referral patterns suggest possible inaction until a future session.
In New York at Grand Central Palace thousands of Socialists heard William D. Haywood denounce the capitalist system and President Roosevelt. He attacked Taft as a messenger and accused the Pinkerton detectives of intruding on the working class gathering, predicting universal socialism.
Detectives McNamee and Evans informed Police Headquarters they would depart New Orleans with Kemp at 7 10 last night and reach Washington by Sunday afternoon. They have been appointed duty United States marshals for the trip.
When the amount on deposit is sufficient for investment our officers will be glad to advise you regarding safe and profitable investments.
Health office death log lists individuals with ages and addresses such as Charles C Guftin aged 7 at 1928 Ist st nw and Mary A Nelloran age 27 at 2915 Olive Ave nw. Other entries include Weles B Madigan 1 year at 22 N H Ave nw Sophia Melnik 30 at E02 7th St nw and several adults ages 54 75 and 65 along with hospital and asylum references.
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