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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1908

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3

Thaw Case Details From Antony Comstock Stand

In a court showing, Anti-Vice Society head Antony Comstock testified on Thaws attempts to obtain evidence against White and others. The proceedings described a hidden forest room and secret stairs, alleged brothels, and a pattern of crimes. A teacher testified about Harry Ship’s childhood and seizures, detailing private lessons and medical treatment.

Thaw Secret Service Fund Thia Ferguson Comstock Gerry Society Madison Square Garden Twenty-fourth Twenty-second Streets White

Miss Maloney Brings Suit and White Thaw in Court

The case centers on Corn to sween that wt Poor das tocer Thay vamsed White and nullment of marriage. A plaintiff claims funds of bhasing rained wrod girl she mines of th yours wet rowel adite th gum 4 att fy Loom vital aitery ows marrow meetin the at wae. White Mullionaire's Daughter, who wed Arthur Osborne, now files against him in a suit alleging dispute over marital validity.

Comstock Lanrry Newmayer Ifterruu Daniel Fy Gordan Teeter Street Helen Miles Arthur Augustine Hues Plintst Chales & Cowenhoven Jr Miss Maloney Martin Milney Milionaire Samuel Fuleson London Montreal Withur Osborne Helen Pugeme Poens WU Ostorne

Licensed to Marry in Staunton and Richmond Va Names listed

Unreadable OCR lists multiple marriage licenses or banns with names, ages, and locales including Staunton Richmond Norfolk and Fredericksburg Virginia. The fragmentary text names Jehu Willam J Shapalter Nina A and Ellen An deron Pet O Iaac Marty Sperten Anna Mont and others, with reverends and dates implied. The piece resembles a register of marriage licenses or banns with numerous individuals and locations.

Jehu Willam J Nina Shapalter Staunton Va Lorke Caine Ellen Anderon Marty Sperten Anna Mont Veil Richmond Norfolk Va Helen Maxwell Richmond Va Moe Ronert Trower Leora Sims EF Winbright Lally Tipper Rosalie Carson Wale Willa Ff oSncerey Ide RO Demarr Jo Ree Henn Grimm Vulllamase Gustin Knoeppe AeNeil Iflis E Johnson Fies Thomas S$ Harlin William J Faviile Ola L Paliam Fredericksburg Rev Harrys Young Weston Brucer Maud Jackson Loving Whilam Winston Mary Shelton Redh Toe Weoruestieh Adelin Marshal Oy Kay GH Barels William Mo Arnali Gertruda Washington J OH Burke Khan Devoteh Adia Abrens John Richard

Death and debate over flu effect on patient with heart disease

New York January twenty two reports grim case at German Hospital where Bruns, middle aged, with myocarditis and an aneurysm, died after a sudden cardiac decline. Physicians say media talk and public concern did not hasten death though relatives blame sensational discussion.

New York Grimreallam F Bruns Gruns

Exiled Russian revolutionary faces new charges abroad

Reports from St Petersburg indicate Nichols Techiikossky, a noted Russian revolutionary who lectured in the United States, may face an administrative exile rather than a regular trial over alleged revolutionary activity in Russia. Officials warn of arms shipments and plans to arm peasants and workers for an insurrection, linking him to a Geneva arrival with supplies.

St Petersburg Nichols Techiikossky Russa Tschaikotski United States St Petesinug Conane SF Peter Mt M Tseha Russia Tispa Geneva Switzerland Anthont van Wed

Funeral Directors Directory Listing by Washington Firms

A compact directory lists multiple funeral homes and embalmers in Washington with addresses and contact details. Names include WM H Sardon Co, Thos A Nalleys Son, Thos A Costello, W R Speare, Frank A Speare, Frank Geier Sons, John R Wright Co, and Harvey's Sons, along with service descriptions and telephone numbers.

WM H Sardo & CO FUNPE TOUS Pmnai WEES Moke Dupet Sergeon Crasor Tor Aw Teleghova Raain Thos CNT Pturer Fmelmer William Lee Tnt Avertion Tolopagne Frank Geier’s Sons Wis Frank A. Speare

Health Office Record Deaths Reported to Noon January 21

Health office tally lists multiple deaths with addresses and ages including Alerert Mo Camp 23 Cedar Takoma Park age 53. Thomas P Milligan The Astoria 34 age 47. Welfam Kramer hospital case 24. Idaho Warner Heth St NW 42. Hila Poole 1318 444 St SW 62. Thomas P Hartigan 10% N Capitol St 40. Adolph Goetz Casualty Hospital 37. Wrabath J Westerfeld 1736 90th St NW 20. Mars Ty Autatow 3151 Sih KL MW 68. Tracey Hoot NW days.

Alerert Mo Cedar Takoma Park Iy Sears Thomas P Milligan Astoria Welfam Kramer Gast

Banker Poet Stedman Will Divides Estate Among Heirs

The banker poet Stedman died last Saturday and left his estate to Frederick and Arthur G Stedman, granddaughter Laura W Stedman, with Thomas L Stedman named literary executor. He bequeathed to Yale University Library rare editions and a Theocritus edition, to the Authors Club a relief bust, and to the Players Club a plaster cast of Goethe’s face and hand given by Mrs Bayard Taylor.

Edmund Carence Stedman Frederick Arthur G Stedman Laura W Stedman Thomas L Stedman Woostedman Yale University Stedman Theocritus Authors Club Bayard Taylor Ure Stock Exchange Goethe

Firebugs killed in failed arson at Hayes Sorey Tobacco Co

In Clarksville Tennessee on January 2 three men attempted arson and dynamite at the Hayes Sorey Tobacco Company factory. Two suspects Tony Allen and Walter Watking alias Frog Eye were killed by a night watchman. A third escaped wounded. Investigation found dynamite and coal oil saturated at the factory door, with sticks found on the bodies suggesting intent to blow the building.

Clarksile Tenn Hayes-Sorey Tobaccs Company

Rhinelander heir seeks larger yearly allowance

Albany Jan 22 William C Rhinelander of this city, cut off in his father’s will with a yearly stipend, is pursuing a material increase. It is understood his disinherited mother, who retains a powerful interest in the estate, expects to obtain a raise to $77,000 or 33,002 per year, though details remain disputed.

Albany William C Rilune- Tander William Rhine-lander Nin Rhinrander

Resignation dispute between Glazier and Gov Warner

Detroit January 22. State Treasurer Frank P Glazier forwarded his resignation to Governor Warner and denied malfeasance charges while countering that Warner solicited deposits for Detroit United Bank where he was vice president. Glazier cites Chelsea Saving Bank failure with $636000 in state funds as central to the dispute.

Detroit Mich Frank P. Glaxier Tay Warner Giezler Detroit United Bank Glazier Chelsea Mich ) Saving Bank Chelsea Bank Chelsea Saviga Bank Gold Bank A Jong Mo John T Rich

Minister Wu as financier in suit over concessions in China

In New York and Washington the high profile suit seeks 900000 from Amma Oss Development and Glourse Railway Syndicate over Chinese government concessions. Letters from Wu Tingfang reveal graft-tinged negotiations. a key moment notes truth about profits and dignity, while telegrams refer to Wu as Clanstein. Fire later destroys Betts Academy in Stamford, Connecticut, with losses estimated at 100000 to 150000.

New York Jing Phu Jum Wend Harnes Amma Oss Development Company Glourse Railway Syndicate Hmks Supreme Court Wu Ting Fang Washington Barnes Wwe Ilane Kok Peking Woser Mr Barnes Prince Chung China Wu ‘Ting-fang

Prevent Grippe Warns Of Winter Ills And Peruna

The article urges prevention of grippe during winter by maintaining health and strong mucous membranes. It promotes Peruna as the best remedy to tone the mucous membranes invigorate the body and act as a preventive, claiming thousands of grateful testimonials.

Haiti Revolt Expands as U S Watches

The State and Navy Departments monitor a widening Haitian revolt with reports of forces near Cape Haitien and St Marc. Gunboat Paducah ordered from New Orleans to the region to defend American interests as possible cross-border spillover threatens Santo Domingo.

State Department Republic Paducah New Orleana

Uproar in the Reichstag sparks riots and insults

In the Reichstag chaos flared after Chancellor von Buelow refused to answer a socialist interpellation on Prussian suffrage. Police surrounded the building as taunts and insults flew between conservatives and socialists. A plan for a duel was floated as the session devolved into shouted accusations.

Chanecellor von Buelow Wis Reichstig Toda Wes Praceton Buslow D Morstriens Ie Police Detectures Kassube Herr Threth Herr Kreth Hebel Kreth Stadthagen Lam

Mayor Roosevelt Next

Jacob A Riis of New York arrived in St Louis to advocate for Theodore Roosevelt as the next mayor of New York City. Riis vowed to work hard to overcome precedent against presidents seeking continued public office after leaving the White House.

Jacob Riis New York St Louis Jacob A Riis

Theft from Subtreasury in New Orleans

New Orleans report states that a bag with 830 underweight gold coins was stolen from the subtreasury. The theft occurred Tuesday, and the shortage was later replaced by officials who held the gold in charms.

New Orleans Lre

Morbis K Jesup Dead Philanthropist and Scientist Leader

Morris K Jesup prominent New York philanthropist and scientist died at his home 197 Madison Avenue of heart disease at seventy eight. He served as president of the American Museum of Natural History Peary Arctic Club and Audubon Society and was a longtime civic leader before retiring as chamber of commerce president last year. His death prompts ongoing involvement in the Peary Arctic expedition planning.

Peary Arctic Club New York Jane Morris K. Jesup Madison Avenue Jesup Chamber of Commerce American Museum of Natural History Peary Arce Club Audubon Society Peary

HITS ANTI-SALOON LEAGUE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED

Louisville January 22 The Model License League a group of liquor manufacture and sale interests adopted temperance resolutions condemning proposals to destroy property and urging strict license enforcement The measures claim prohibition laws are unenforceable and label the anti Saloon League a political dictatorship posing a danger to reform efforts.

Louisville

May compromise tower suit in White Plains NY

In White Plains New York on January 22 brief submissions were not filed to Justice Mills as agreed in the limited divorce suit brought by Mrs Albert Tower wife of the Poughkeepsie iron master. It is believed efforts are under way to reach a compromise as Justice Mills said he had heard nothing further since three weeks of alimony arguments.

Bribileton Thaw Comprar Twenty-fourth Street Gix Aevon Acceya Vity Jerome Comstock Lomstack Mma White Plaine Justice Mills Tofay Albert Tower Poughkeepsie

Portland official pleads guilty in land fraud case

Former United States Commissioner HH Hendricks, in Judge Hunts court, pleaded guilty to his share in the alleged scheme connected to the Butte Creek Live Stock Land and Lumber Company. He has been granted partial immunity in exchange for full testimony about the conspiracy.

Portland Jane United States HH Hendricks Hunts Court Butte Creek Live Stock Land and Lumber Company Hendricks

Confessed Italian killer began earlier murder career at twelve

Antone Neroni, jailed in Canyon City for killing four Italians and a woman, allegedly told detective Frank Sandesko of Pueblo that he started his assassination career in Italy at age twelve by killing a neighbor who abused him. Neroni described eight additional killings and said he desired Black Hand membership.

Denver Cole Antone Nerant Canyon City Neron Pereong Italy Frank Sandesko Pueblo Black Hand Society Pittsburgha Sandesko Noerani Oma Neroni Black Hand

New Battle Ship Mississippi Turned Over to U S Navy

The battleship Mississippi built at Cramps Shipyard arrived at League Island Navy Yard and was formally turned over to the government. Capt John C Fremont assumed command as the ship prepared for service with more than 100 Newport apprentices and a draft of sailors from Norfolk Navy Yard assigned to the vessel.

Mississippi Philadelphia Cramps Thig Est League Island Navy Yard Navy Yard John C Fremont Newport Training Station Norfolk Navy Yard

Odd Tales of Many Cities and a Polynotes Parade

A jumble of humorous misadventures across cities features Dennis Swore of New York and a Newfoundland pup swap ending in comic wrath from Dominie Mark Thompson of Graniteville. Also recounted are a Tacoma hen laying eggs at night and a fisherman finding a diamond ring in a carp, plus a parrot deterring burglars and a sausage wager ending in a wedding.

Dr Blakeman Dead At Portsmouth Naval Hospital

Norfolk obituary notes Dr Br Blakeman aged thirty five, retired assistant surgeon US Navy, died at Portsmouth Naval Hospital after brief illness. His wife had recently left for Bridgeport, Conn. He served in the Spanish American War aboard the cruiser Boston and volunteered for action in the Philippines after Mamla Bas. He bore two medals for bravery.

Norfolk Waganei Brobert Silster Blakeman United States Navy Naval Hospital Portsmouth Bis Wife Bridgeport Conn Blakeman Boston Philippines Mamla Bas

William Donald Dies in Pinehurst

William Donald, foreign representative of Standard Oil, died suddenly of heart failure in Pinehurst on January 22. Mrs Donald arrived tonight. body to be taken north tomorrow. Donald had been in critical condition for some time, reported from Hot Springs.

Washington Paw Pinehurst Willam Donald Standard Oil Company Donald

New York Fire Hose Declared Unfit by Inquiry

Fire Commissioner Lantry testified that the New York fire department hose had never been tested due to fear of bursting. He stated in the Parker Building fire inquiry that the hose was unfit, contributing to the fatalities of three firemen, and noted uncertainty about when the last test occurred after he became head of the department.

New York

Interesting and Profitable Post Illustrations Offer Cash Prizes

The Post plans a Sunday feature of six illustrated series labeled only by scenes. Readers must name the scenes to win prizes ranging from 700 dollars to 5 dollars.

Post The

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