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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1909
Page
30
A fragmentary Havana report discusses Cuba’s call for removal of navigation obstructions and a national reconciliation plan. It mentions provisional government aims, international mediation, and potential U S cooperation to reestablish stable governance and port access amid postwar uncertainty.
In Hodgenville Kentucky January 24 Lincoln's birthplace Larue County voted dry by a margin of 1,085 with more than four to one against license. Church bells rang children marched and a brass band played. Women served coffee and held prayer meetings at polling places.
Lincoln Nebr Dan 24 W Bryan tonight explained his link to a Nebraska Legislature joint resolution about a school of citizenship at the University of Nebraska. He said he inspired its introduction but has no pecuniary interest and any lectures would be without compensation.
Illinois lawmakers battle continued deadlock in electing a United States senator. Republicans, led by Hopkins, struggle to secure a majority as Democrats threaten to bolt for Shurtleff. House and Senate votes show fragmented support and shifting alignments amid persistent stalemate.
Attorney Mott for Creek Indians disputes Gov. Haskell claim about Scott MacReynolds and possible indictment in a federal inquiry into alleged town lot frauds. Mott says no truth to remarks reported as linking Haskell to criminal conduct in the Muskogee land matter. He asserts he never made such a statement to Mac Reynolds or anyone else.
In Rome on January 2 a solemn beatification of Joan of Arc was approved by decree read by Pope Pius. The ceremony in the consistory hall drew Americans and was attended by Archishop Ireland of St Paul and Bishops Stannell of Omaha and Ailen of Mobile. The pope praised the virtuous lives and miracles of heaven while noting society's unbelief.
Signal corps officers express dismay as the House committee removes the $500,000 aeronautics item from War Department estimates leaving no funds for military ballooning experiments next year. The Fort Myer tests and a large aeronautical station at Fort Leavenworth face limited or no support, with a possible amendment in the Senate bill to restore the funding. Russia and Switzerland pursue balloon development as Europe accelerates in air warfare.
Berlin, January 24. Socialists held many public meetings to press for universal suffrage. They tried to form street processions toward the palace for a demonstration before the emperor, but mounted and foot police arrived, halted the marches with little trouble, and dispersed the crowds while socialists cheered for universal suffrage.
In St Louis Missouri a police officer found two young women dead on the doorstep of a Negro preacher’s home. Autopsy shows one woman was shot in the mouth. Identity not released. Clothes marked Chicago makers. A Hebrew note says I would rather be dead for the worms to eat me than have my life’s blood sucked away.
Munyon's Cold Remedy soothes head throat and lungs almost immediately checks fevers discharge of the nose and aches from colds. It claims to cure grip obstinate coughs and prevent pneumonia priced at 2¢ and for other ailments it promotes Rheumatism Kidney and Vitalizer remedies. Almanac offered free from Munyon's Philadelphia listings.
The Rev John Van Schalck Jr preached at the Church of Our Father on Salvation as a growth not a grant of heaven. He argued salvation is a process within a life developed by Christ’s influence, delivering from evil while educating all faculties to moral standards.
The Church of the Ascension on Massachusetts Avenue plans a February 10 reception for Rev J Henning Nelms and Mrs Nelms to celebrate the first anniversary of his pastorate. An address of welcome will be given by vestry and Men's Club members, followed by a response from the rector. A musical program and refreshments will be provided by the women's organization. The congregation has grown, debt reduced, and programs reorganized since his arrival from Philadelphia.
Captain Baldwin to place dirigibles and aeroplanes at the disposal of members as the Washington Aero Club forms. Secretary of the Navy Newberry declines the presidency due to lack of aerial navigation knowledge and upcoming European trip. Capt Baldwin will base headquarters in Washington and keep flyers ready for club practice battles. Promoters say the aero club has bright prospects with many officials and military figures signaling intent to join.
Advocates press for a broad river and harbor policy, claiming public demand for action and noting prior vetoes and overrides. They argue deficits did not stop past improvements and warn that piecemeal funding must end, expecting Congress to adopt a comprehensive plan within a year or two.
At the Church of the Holy Comforter last night after service, Rev. Clarence Wheeler received a purse of 150 dollars on the first anniversary of his pastorate. The presentation was by Mr Gilbert with brief remarks from D. A Edwards, the assistant pastor, and Rev. Father Mihm. Father Wheeler spoke gratefully and moved.
A Washington hunting party of over 30, traveling by special train to Chesapeake Beach, chased possums and their kin through marshes and woods Saturday night and Sunday morning. The trip featured a luxury railcar, guides from Leesburg, and dogs including a famous treer. Despite many missteps and mud puddles, John Ray secured a possum high in a tree, while tales of past hunts and mischief with game bags colored the journey.
A large party traveled by train to Washington and back, documenting captured animals and varied reports of entanglements. The group, including W H Cooper and A P Talmadge, posed for photographs near the District line before returning home. Paul Waters, general manager, was unable to join due to sickness.
The Rev Dr Thomas J. Shahan stated he knows nothing of a permanent appointment beyond newspaper reports. He said he would take charge when Bishop O Connell departs, likely July, as trustees prepare a slate of candidates to be sent to Cardinal Satolli for the rector selection.
The Rev Dr John Reid Shannon preached on life’s mysteries urging faithfulness in one’s providential sphere. He argued Christianity means service and duty, that life progresses from mystery to mystery under God, and that social inequalities stem from birth gifts not removable by legal reform.
Calvary Baptist Church members pledged 10504 this year for home and foreign missions after a sermon by Rev Dr Samuel H Greene. The pastor stressed the Great Commission and urged obedience to spread Christian teaching worldwide.
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