District Warms To Hayseeds Ideals At Masons Banquet
A Masonic Veterans banquet in Washington featured speaker William Wiley criticizing House District Committee members for sidelining District business. He noted 24 bills on the District calendar and argued Congress favors other agendas, urging action to advance the District’s needs in the capital. Other speakers included Dr. Pierce and numerous Congress members and local dignitaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Distret
Columbia
Congress
Thies
Willian HH. Wiley
New Jersand
Masonic Veterans’ Association
Gordon
House
City of
Washington
Howse
Bashie
Pierce
Diaphin
Senate
Masonry
Dr. Pierce
J. Claude Kleiper
Irving Wanger
Pelnsvivyania
Ernest H. Roverts
Massachusetts
George EB. Atkinson
West Vicginia
George Benton Moore
Wittsberg
D. ©. N. Hoffmann
Tohosn
Frank J. Thiel
Samuel el. Hart
Kitz Lohoff
KE. 1
Morey
Stine
H. Clay Espey
Charles W. Praper
Charles J. O'Neill
Max Fischer
Samuel Bendheim
H. J. Catterton
Warren K. Choate
Paul Pearson
Alexander Kant
James J. Wlimeth
Mank & Wolfe
Arthur Care
Robert I. Young
Association
Netley and
Lerson
Robert Armour
Admiral George W. Baird
Charles KH. Hayley
George F. Bedell
Charles F Herjanin
Asaph L. Bilss
James [S Burng
Ellery J. Burtt
Louis DP. Carman
John T. Clements
William A. Cobit
Probing Battleship Delaware Deaths In Norfolk Inquiry
Norfolk January 93 court of inquiry forms to probe the Delaware disaster exposing midshipmen fatalities. Secretary Meyer to lead investigation with Capt Usher Capt Rogers Commander McAlone and Lt Comdr Moses on the panel as the Delaware repairs advance. Minister Anibal Cruz to accompany the homeward voyage with Father Louis Reynolds aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
Ins Qu
Meyer
Delaware
KR. Usher
Michigan
Rogers
Norfolk Ward
Kenneth McAlone
Moses
Norfolk Said
Ite
Anibal Cruz
Chile
Louis P. Reynolds
From pulpit to cell Gibbs faces larceny charge
In Tanna Florida on January 22 a man introduced as the Rev Mr Gibbs stepped from the pulpit into a police cell after a veninol sermon. Gibbs was arrested on a warrant from a Tampa man accusing him of stealing a horse and Bugsy foster addressed to Mrs John Gibbs. Waterson NJ was found in Gibbs pocket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanna
Fla
Mr. Gibbs
Lakewood Presbyterian
Gibbs
al Tampa Iveryman
Bugsy
Foster
John Gibbs
Waterson
Empress Alexandra Ill health prompts plan for spa visit
From St Petersburg Jan 2 the health of Empress Alexandra III is a concern as doctors note melancholy spells. The imperial family plans a long voyage to Nauheim in Hesse where the emperor and empress paused last fall for her benefit from the waters. Danville raiders target shops in suspected illegal sale operations. a clothing store and a fruit stand are among seized items as bonds are posted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Petersburg
Alexandra
Nauheim
Gram
Hesse
Danville
Blind Tigers
H. Myers
Annie Goldstein
Adomags
Blind Tiger
Smallpox on Steamship Main Immigrant Case Reported
A case of smallpox was found among steerage passengers aboard the steamship Main arriving from Bremen via New York. Dr. Richardson and six doctors placed all suspects in quarantine. The victim was Titza Odlizak, a four year old child traveling with its mother and three children.
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Baltimore
Bremen
New York
Richardson
Titza Odlizak
Europe
Baltimore Seeks Convention for 1912 Democratic Nominating
Baltimore leaders form a conference to outline plans to secure the 1912 Democratic National Convention. Vandiv to raise funds and enlist state leaders, while critics warn the city must bid at least $100,000 for expenses when the National Committee meets in December or January to decide the site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teibivere
Janigae
Miethe
Wiliam
F. Stone
Democratic National Committee Ieets
Caught in Rebel Trap in Galeana Fighting Rages
Washington dispatch reports heavy clashes as Mexican federal troops clash with rebels near Galeana and Juarez. Rebels allegedly rout federals at Galeana while capturing Guillermo Porras, secretary of Chihuahua, with volunteers organized in Juarez amid fear. Taques reinforcement aided Col. Dorantes, and battles extend to Boquillas and Batopilas districts.
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Chihuahua
Galeana
el Paso
Juarez
Washington
Tex
Fedral Trops
Inaga
Marfa
Darantes
Progr
Guillermo Porras
Porras
Abraham Gonzales
Ciudad Juarez
Mexico City
Chidad Juarez
Cuesta de la Aldea
Taque
Col
Dorantes
Boquillas
Rio Grande
Batopilas
Yoquive
el Imparcial
San Buena Ventura
Ghlena
Caucus Indorses Carter In Helena Montana
In Helena tonight a Republican caucus of thirty eight members endorsed Senator Carter for reelection. The Montana general assembly then adopted a resolution redefining its previous charge of a Massachusetts corruption bargain after a swift move by Lieut. Gov. Allen with two Democratic senators. Vote tally for senator today: Carter 28 Walsh 1 Conrad 13 and 20 scattering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Mont
Carter
Montana General Assembly
Lodge
Bay State Assembly
Alen
Joint Assembly
Walsh
Conrad
Scattering
Martine Leads In Caucus Defeat of Unanimous Nominee Vote
In Trenton the Democratic caucus failed to make Martine the unanimous Senate nominee. Martine led with 8 votes, Smith 14, Hughes 2, Kataenbach 1, one absent. Gov. Wilson urged faith with the people, predicting Martine could reach a majority with further votes. State officials and supporters clashed over the motion, while Nugent doubted Martine’s lasting support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N. J
United States
James
Martine
James Smith
William Hughes
Frank
Kataenbach
Statehouse
Assemblyman
Cole
Warren County
Broadhead
Union County
Smith
McGowan
Es- 5
Assemblyman Sword
Hudson
Hughes
Me. S.uizenbach
Taylor
Monmouth
Tariff Loss Discrepancy Rumored in Tobacco Trade
New York January 3 A Treasury led nationwide probe reported by the Tribune uncovers discrepancies in Cuba tobacco imports. Government loses between 3 and 3 million dollars annually over five years due to misclassified wrap and filler statistics. Officials foresee changes to customs rules to better price each class of Cuban tobacco entering the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Treasury Department
Tribune
Cuba
the Tribune
Havana
Loeb
Custom House
Glass declares bid for United States Senate in Virginia
Representative Carter Glass of Lynchburg Virginia announces candidacy for the U S Senate seat held by Swanson after an appointment by Gov Mann. He pledges to appeal to the people not politicians and denounces machine tactics while reaffirming lifelong opposition to the open saloon and liquor interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter Glass
Lynchburg
United States Senate
Vanict
Senator Swanson
Gov. Mann
Jones
Gla
Martin and
Swanson
Democratic State Organization
Glass
Senate
Escape from fire at 1115 G street northwest
J W Livingston and daughter Jessica B Livingston narrowly escaped death fleeing smoke from a blaze that started in Hubert Cohen Sons shoe store and spread to upper floors of the 1115 G street NW building. Losses total about 4000 dollars. firemen evacuated stairs and several firefighters were overcome but returned to duty quickly.
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J. W. Livingston
Jessica B. Livingston
G Street
Hubert Cohen & Sons
McCalley & Balderston Company
Livingston
New York Academy of
Mad Barber Chair Incident Shocks Poughkeepsie
George Waves a Detroit bound traveler, 32, rushed into the police station and warned of going crazy before becoming violent in a barber chair. He attacked former Assistant Chief Engineer William Leahey, biting attempts blocked by a bystander and three officers. Waves was restrained and jailed in a padded cell, to be sent to Hudson River State Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poughkeepsie
XN. Y
George Waves
Detroit
Mich
New York City
Faves
Wiliam Leahey
Leahey
Hudson River State Hospital
Large cocking main held near Midland draws crowd and bets
A late Friday night cocking main was held in an abandoned mine mouth hidden by woods above Midland. More than 200 men attended and bets totaling a large sum were placed. Birds from Harpers Ferry Cumberland Frostburg Meyersdale and Midland competed, with over twenty birds involved.
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Cumberlana
Midland
Harpers Ferry
Cumberland
Frostburg
Meyersdale
Death of Capt. F. B. Cooper in Parkersburg
Capt. F B Cooper a longtime riverman on the Ohio River died this afternoon in Parkersburg West Virginia at an advanced age. He worked as a steamboat smith and retired about sixteen years ago. The death is attributed to old age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
W.vagan
F. BR. Cooper
Ohio Valley
Ohio River
National Progressive Republican League declares for direct elections
A lengthy declaration of principles outlines the aim to promote popular government and progressive legislation. It calls for direct electi ons of U S senators, direct primaries for all officials, direct election of delegates to national conventions, and constitutional reforms including initiative referendum and recall. The league pledges cooperation with state progressive groups and offers aid in drafting bills and providing speakers and literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonathan Bourne, Jr
Gregon
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Gov. Chase Osborn
Michigan
Charles R. Crane
Chicago
Moges I. Clapp
Joseph W. Bristow
BE. H. Hubbard
Irvine T
America
Congress
United States
Progressive Republican League
League
Progressive State League
National Progressive Republican League
March Against Bonilla Seizure of the Hornet
Advices from government sources say Gen. Lara and Col. Munga with about 1,000 men left Tegucigalpa for Truxilla to oppose insurgents led by Gen. Bonilla. Bonilla reportedly has around 100 men at Truxilla. Loyalists reportedly control Puerto Cortez and Ceiba. interior disaffection denied. The Hornet seizure is seen as a body blow to the insurgents, and the State Department plans to use a new construction of the law against filibustering to condemn the vessel. The Hornet will be held pending court verdicts.
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New Orleans
Congaul Ulloa
Lara
Col. Munga
Tegucigalpa
Truxilla
Bonilla
Puerto Cortez
Ceiba
Ulloa
State Department
Department
United States
Memorial design chosen for Confederate battle abbey
Richmond January 23 final selection by the Confederate Memorial Association executive committee awards the design to Bissel & Sinkler of Philadelphia for the battle abbey memorial. Second prize goes to Hewitt & Brown. third prizes to Averill & Adams Wilder & White and Dennison & Hirons. Building planned cost is fifty thousand dollars.
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Richmond
Battle Abbey
South
Confederate Memorial Association
Bissel & Sinkler
Philadelphia
Hewitt & Brown
Minneapolis
Averill & Adams
Washington
Wilder & White
New York
Dennison & Hirons
Chesapeake and Ohio President Denies Canada Pacific Pact
Richmond Virginia January reports quote President Stevens denying traffic arrangements with Canadian Pacific for using Chesapeake and Ohio tracks from Chicago to Cincinnati and possibly Newport News. The Canadian Pacific officials allegedly circulated the claim of a trans continental route via C and O tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stevens
Richmond
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Company
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Chicago
Clincinnati
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway
Indiana
Canadian Pacific
Chesapeake and Ohio
Newport News
C Alvey Elected Captain In Maryland Company Vote
Henry C Alvey was unanimously elected captain of Company B First Maryland Infantry tonight in Hagerstown. The assistant lieutenant for three years, he succeeds Captain George L Fisher retired upon reaching the age limit. Alvey is the youngest son of the late Richard J Alvey chief judge of the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerstows
Smu
Von
Maryland
Henry
C. Alvey
Neutenant
George L. Fisher
Alvey
Richard
Jz Alvey
Court of Jeveals
District of Columbia
U S Merchants Urged to Build Stronger Pacific Fleet
National Merchant Marine Congress in session at the New Willard Hotel in Washington hears speakers warn that the United States relies on Japanese merchant ships. They cite dwindling U S sea commerce and weak Pacific defense, urging restoration of a national merchant marine as a patriotic, nonpartisan duty. Congress adjourns after committees are named and visits to the Capitol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Philippine Islands
Pacific
National Merchant Marine Congress
Willard ‘Hotel
National Association of Manufacturers
Japan
W. E B. Humphrey
Washington
California
John Kirby, Jr
Myron T. Herrick
Ohio
Herrick
Congress
Kirby
Taft
Richmond P. Hobson
Alabama
Hobson
iSpeaker Cannon
House
Senate
President at Ball Sequin Gowns Parade Dancers
A ballroom scene lists attendees and lavish attire. Katherine Brooks Sarah Parker Maud Lipscomb Shacklette Mrs Victor Olmsted Mrs Robert Taylor hostesses with patrons and numerous young guests including Ruth Wynne Godoy Lucinda Pennybaker William Conrad Helen Hardy Frank Clark Nell Pletcher Bloodworth Evelyn Lee Fitzhugh Reginald Ring Ellerby Jefferson Elaine Pujo Bourne Williams Addison Sherindan Brooke Sands McCauley Haywood Catherine Brown Alice Whiting Julia Whiting Captain Pratt Newbill Harald Candee John Barr William Bowie Clarke Sinclair Manning Mason Remey Maurice Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine Brooks
Sarah Parker
Maud Lipscomb
Shacklette
Victor H. Olmsted
Robert Taylor
Senator Taylor
Arthur Ice
Taylor
Ruth Wynne
Godoy
Lucinda Pennybaker
William M. Conrad
Helen Hardy
Texas
Frank Clark, Jr
Morida
Nell Pletcher
Bloodworth
Florida
Evelyn Lee Fitzhugh
Louisville
Reginald Ring
Lottleville
Elerby
South Carolina
Jefferson
Elaine Pujo
Louisiana
Bourne
Baltimore
Williams
Addison
Lee
Sheridan
Brooke
Jane Sands
McCauley
Miss Haywood
Catherine Brown
Alice Whiting
Julia Whiting
Pratt
Newbill
Harald Candee
John Barr
William Bowie Clarke
Sinclair Manning
Mason Remey
Maurice Moore
Orders Artillery Court at Norfolk Court of Inquiry
Gov Mann and Adjt Gen Sale order a court of inquiry for February 1 in Norfolk to investigate charges against the Virginia coast artillery corps raised by Fort Monroe’s commandant. Officers named are Lieut Col R B Craighill, Maj C L Wright, Maj T M Wortham, and Capt Branch Johnson as recorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mann
Norfolk
Washington Post
Richmond
Gov. Mann
Adjt
Sale
Coast Artillery Corps of Virginia
Fort Monroe
R, BE. Craighill
Lynghbureg
First Infantry
Curie Defeated for Academy Membership in Paris Vote
Paris Jan 3 Marie Curie and her late husband Pierre Curie discoverers of radium were defeated in their bid for membership in the Academy of Sciences receiving 28 votes against 9 for Edouard Branly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
French Academy of Sciences
E. Branly
Paris
Mme
Marie Curie
Pierre Curie
The
Academy of Sciences
Edouard Branly
Fears For Her Life Reported By Pocomoke City Bank Wife
Mrs John L Sturgis wife of the president of the national bank of Pocomoke City Maryland appeals to State Fire Marshal Thomas Powell for protection after a disguised note warns her to leave $100 under the doorsteps or be burned out. The letter’s handwriting is linked to “Black Handers” and is believed tied to friends of five men jailed for arson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gol
Ewell
Maryland
Friends of
Washington Post
Baltimore
John L. Sturgis
Pocomoken City
National Bank
Thomas Powell
Gol. Ewell
Sturgis
Mrs. Sturgis
Falls Church man dies during operation at Georgetown
Coroner Nevitt will investigate the death of Charles Beckett 30 of Falls Church Va who died during an operation at Georgetown University Hospital. Authorities say he died under ether and a post mortem exam will likely be held. The procedure was performed by Joseph R Brown 24 a senior at the university medical college. Relatives express shock at the sudden death and say he appeared healthy that morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Beckett
Falls Church
Georgetown University Hospital
Nevitt
Heckett
Beckett
Joseph R. Brown
Ninth Street
Medical College of
University
Mr. Beckett
Confessed Burglar Freed in Parkersburg Case
In Parkersburg West Virginia January 24 the criminal court quashed the indictment against John H Rector charged with robbing the United States Express office safe last February the robbers took over seven thousand dollars Rector was freed for turning state's evidence by confessing while his alleged accomplice G L Carpenter was acquitted by a jury
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
W. Va
John H. Rector
United States Express
Resignation Sought of New Orleans U S Attorney Beattie
New Orleans January 23 Attorney General Wickersham called for the immediate resignation of United States District Attorney Charlton R Beattie over Beatties public criticism of Wickershams opinion. The dispute centers on Beatties press statement about the New Orleans Clearing House Association and an antitrust inquiry. No indictment followed the grand jury probe and Beattie says he disagrees with Wickersham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Wickersham
United States
Charlten R. Beattie
Washington Dispatch
Beattie
Soo
Federal Grand Jury
New Orleans Clearing House Association
Department of Justice
Orleana
Liquor Dealers Fined and Judge Criticizes Revenue Compromise
In Chicago on January 2, Judge Landis fined thirteen liquor dealers a total of 51,500 and imposed prison terms at Fort Leavenworth. He criticized the Internal Revenue Service for attempting a $30,000 compromise, saying the government was defrauded by at least 100,000 and that such settlements are not allowed in this district. The cases reflect strict stance on evasion of federal revenue laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landis
Washington Post
Chicago
Revenue Department
Sheehanites Start Siege In Deadlocked Senate Ballot
Albany Jan 23 The fifth joint ballot for United States senator shows no change in the deadlock since last Tuesday. Democrats see two options a shift in Gov Dix stance or Sheehan withdrawal or county delegation desertion. Sheehan supporters pursue a long siege with little talk of compromise candidates. He polled 8 votes on the fifth ballot, with an actual total of 3 so far.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
N. Y
United States
Gov. Dix
Wiliam F. Sheehan
New York
Sheehan
Drugstore Dr Williams Dies by Chloroform Accident
Robert Elton Williams, Hampton druggist, was found dead in his Newport News hotel room with a saturated handkerchief over his face and a half full chloroform bottle nearby. Coroner's exam indicated death occurred early morning from inhaling chloroform with family theory suggesting accidental overdose while treating a severe headache. He leaves a wife Miss Molly Crause of Baltimore and two children. son of the late Dr. Robert E. Williams, born in Princess Anne County 35 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Newport News
Robert Elton Williams
Hampton
Eling
Baltimore
G. K. Vanderslice
Williams
Delicately Formed Laxative Syrup of Fig and Senna
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs and Senna as a gentle safe laxative for women at all life stages. It highlights delicate flavor, stomach toning, and mild cleansing benefits, noting genuine bottles from the California Fig Syrup Co. priced at fifty cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Taken to prison to die Pink Mebane death sentence moved
Danville Virginia January 23 Pink Mebane the condemned wife murderer was sent to Richmond to await execution in the state prison death chamber. A few hundred African Americans gathered at the station. Mebane spoke cheerfully claiming the Lord pardoned him. His wife was killed last August and his son Will Mebane, who provoked the quarrel, was shot dead last December by Alexander Ballinger. Ballinger was acquitted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pink Mebane
Danville
Richmond
Mebane
Newburgh Murder On Lonely Road Shocks City
Five assailants and a woman mutilate and kill Vincenti Minnescalce known as Ble Jim Perry, firing a revolver through his body. A witness, Johnston, saw the assault as the attackers fled. no arrests have been made. The crime is linked to Black Hand vengeance and occurred on a deserted road near the Dump.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spanial
Washington Post
Newburgh
Vincenti Minnescalce
Jim" Perry
Johnston
Perry
Tragic Death of Lillie Oblandt by Gas In Washington
Lillie Oblandt, 25, a bonkkeeper at Henry Brewood’s engraving plant on 928 E Street NW, died yesterday morning in her room at 1014 North Carolina Ave SE from inhaling illuminating gas. Found on a table were several notes stating she was tired of life. Survived by her mother and brother in Beaufort, a sister Lena Ohlandt, a trained nurse at Homeopathic Hospital. Oblandt had lived in Washington about a year and worked at the E street engraving plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillie Oblandt
Henry Brewood
E Street
North Carolina Avenue
Beaufort
N. ¢. and A Sister, Lena Ohlandt
The
Homeopathic Hospital
Miss Ohlandt
Washington
E Street Engraving Plant
Stock Exchange Firm Fails in New York
Involuntary petition filed in U S district court against Sig H Rosenblatt by three creditors for 4000 dollars. Ira Leo Bamberger estimates liabilities at 600402 and assets hinge on copper stock value disputed in court. Abe Ruef granted rehearing on his fourteen year bribery sentence, sending case back to First district court of appeals for new trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States District Court
Stock-Exchange
Sig H. Rosenblatt
Ira Leo Bamberger
Abe Ruef
San Francisco
Abraham Ruef
San Quentin
Ruef-Schmitz Board of Supervisors
State Supreme Court
Jtat
First District Court of Appeals
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Empress Alexandra III
Caucus Indorses Carter
Gov. Wilson
Virginia Representative
Hi S
W. Livingston
Lunatic
Man
Ola
E. B. Cooper
Truxillo
Bissel & Sinkier
G. P
U.S
Pacific Coast
Marine Congress
Humphrey
BALL
Orders Artillery Court
Mme. Curie
J L. Sturgis
Pocomoke City
Royal Cook Book
Roy
Sheehanites
E. ‘Williams
Lillie Ohlandt
Stock Exchange
Price Collier
Scribner’s Magazine
England
India
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