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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
10
Governor Crothers and state leaders back a 5 million bond issue for highways with county allocations by mileage. The joint roads committee discussed a referendum, while officials pledged to push a public works program through the Senate and House, amid resignations and political maneuvering in Annapolis.
A man faces theft charges alleging he stole cotton from a Newfolk and Western Railway sale. The accused, linked to a Dominion steamship firm, purportedly acted with a clerk and salesman in the alleged scheme. Witnesses name Lee Brothers as cotton buyers in the alleged frame up.
A cryptic report from New Jersey notes attorney and firm names as the Department of Justice investigates tobacco manufacturers. The visit aims to gather evidence for suits pending in Total States courts and Virginia Court of Appeals. Officials, lawyers, and firms like Grubb Brothers are mentioned in connection with the case.
Representatives from several railroads met in Alexandria County to discuss the Potomac freight yards. Several companies voiced dissatisfaction with current economics. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad plans to resume water transfer service between Alexandria and Shepards Landing, Maryland.
Louis C. Barley of the Corporation Court reappointed Harry B. Caton as police justice for four years. Caton, appointed February 1, 1948, has tried nearly 7,000 cases and earned 316,000 in fees. District court actions include a $150 verdict for James W. Dabney against Thomas J. Brown. A renaming motion is set for 7 p.m. today.
Leesburg Va Jan 29 The Minas estate near Leesburg lost its outbuildings sheds and a large barn in a fire at about 1 a m The origin is unknown but apparently incendiary The loss to tenant W S Miskell is about 5500 with little insurance All contents including horses cows sheep hogs hay wheat corn fodder and farm machinery were destroyed. barn was among the county’s largest.
Special to The Weahington Post Bristol Virginia January 2 Many passengers including women and children barely escaped alive from a burning coach on the Virginia and Southwestern westbound train last night. The coach caught fire from a material box in the rear as the train was leaving Dufield Virginia. Flames swept the coach rapidly and by the time the train stopped the whole car was enveloped. The forward coach and Pullman car were saved with difficulty.
Norfolk mills reopen after a prolonged shutdown due to weak business conditions. The Chesapeake and Elizabeth Knitting Mills in Norfolk resumed today with about 190 workers returning. The Tidewater Knitting Mill in Portsmouth plans to resume next Monday, signaling a broad return to production and renewed employment in the region.
WASHINGTON POST HURRAC reports two gypsies arrested January 2 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, were brought to Alexandria for a habeas corpus hearing. John Dushon was released as the case focused on Lucian Marino and the abducted teen Marie Marino. After the release, the group held a celebratory gathering as Marino agreed to accompany her uncle to Iowa, then Westward.
The Graham railway rate bill cleared the Senate 32 to 11 after amendments placing enforcement with the corporation commission after January 10, 1908. Effective April 1, it fixes 2 1/2 cents for lines over 100 miles and 3 cents for shorter independents, with fines for violations. Debate centered on avoiding federal court interference. House critics warned against empowering the commission. Senator Graham notes 23,600 railway workers would back a party shift if rates rise.
Norfolk Va Jan 99 The barge Il F Chapman of the Coastwise tow was recovered by the tug John Scully and towed to Newport News. The other missing barge Scully was brought in 65 miles south of Hatteras. The five masted schooner Baker Palmer was aground in Lower Chesapeake Bay near Thimble Light with little chance of refloating. Wreckers abandoned hope of saving the Schooner John E Devlin stranded ten days ago at Chincoleague on the eastern shore of Virginia. The yacht ashore near Claremont in James River is owned by William Burley of New York en route to his James River farm when blown ashore.
English hounds were in the field near the kennels at Uto pit with Middlesex and Loudoun Hunt Club members present led by master A Henry Higginson. The fox run stretched many miles toward Mount Gilead and Leenburg. Mr and Mrs Gasquet di Zerega of Aldio will host a hunt breakfast Friday January 41 for Middlesex and Loudoun hunts members.
Special to The Washington Post from Charleston reports the legislature in session briefly with adjournment in hold. A conference is to be held to discuss enacted legislation. The Joint Committee on State Institutes recommends a 741 thousand dollar appropriation to add to the Weston asylum. Delegate Williams's liquor amendment moves to a second reading in the House with no discussion.
Baltimore January 29 The grand jury discharged Alfred Constantine Goffe partner of Antonio Lanasa in the Goffe Steamchin and Importing Company from charges of conspirators who met at Lanasa's home to plot blowing up Jo Giorgio's residence. Goffe testified he did not speak Italian. Four bitten by rabid dog at Blue Ridge Springs. three others injured while seeking Baltimore treatment.
Mrs Rebecca B Pennell of 7 North Fortieth Street endorses Father John’s Medicine, claiming it cured her grip and prevented pneumonia after doctors failed. The testimonial emphasizes no stimulants or alcohol, fifty years in use, and its safety for preventing consumption.
The creditors of James Arthur Kemp, recently adjudicated bankrupt in the United States Court at Haktimere, met in Rockville Maryland and elected Emory Hagley trustee. Bagley will collect and hold claims for a year and distribute funds pro rata, with about 7 000 to satiety and 11 000 total. Kemp is out on 5 000 bail awaiting trial for alleged embezzlement of about 11 000 from the Metropolitan police department where he served as property clerk for years.
Bluefield W Va Jan 9 Fire destroyed thirteen buildings in Kimball McDowell County last night The town was without fire protection and would have been wiped out were it not for aid from several train crews One burned building housed the Southern Express Company and several stores with losses estimated at 50000 dollars
Norfolk Va January 20 The contest over the will of KE W James is settled by compromise. James left 269000 of his 310000 estate to the University of Virginia with half the income to the Confederate Soldiers Home at Richmond for fifteen years and smaller bequests to relatives. The lower court ruled against the heirs.
Virginia House fights over Judge William F. Rhea of Bristol as a joint committee probes charges including census fraud, Jordan bribe claim, election returns in the Ninth district, and Southwest Virginia rulings. A Bell measure loosens rules on admitting evidence of alleged wrongs against female family members in felony prosecutions.
At a Maryland hearing scene a mob threat emerged to lynch Horton alias Jones and Hand after he feloniously assaulted Mrs. Mary Ward. Sheriff B D Mead protected Horton and escorted him away toward Huntingtown as magistrates presided, with Ward offering to provide a rope. The incident followed Horton's hearing at Mrs. Ward's home in Mot Harmony.
Delegates of the Custom Cutters Association of America hear John Melangton of Chicago urge tailors to dress well and stay informed to engage customers. Four hundred tailors view new clothing creations while demonstrations promise revolutionary styles. Officers will be elected today with nominations for president and secretary, and a White House reception is planned.
A seventy three year old Brookin man lauds Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey for curing grip and preventing after effects. Testimonials claim the product, a malt distilled tonic, strengthens the system and aids recovery. Sold by druggists grocers dealers or direct one dollar per bottle with free booklet and doctor’s advice. 1) Shea, 32 Pennsylvania Ave NW, is listed as a sale point.
Cherred Brown a colored letter carrier formerly with the city post office was found guilty by a Criminal Court jury on charges of concealing and destroying letters entrusted to him. Indicted under sections 891 and 5487 the maximum penalty is eleven years. He was remanded awaiting sentencing next week for offenses alleged to have occurred November 18 1905. A decoy registered letter containing $8 addressed to Mrs Roberta Robartson was used in the sting and Brown returned to the post office with the torn letter and displaced money.
TABLER FREED ON BAIL, Charles F Tabler indicted for conspiracy to defraud related to a car-ticket swindle posted a $3000 bond and was released after appearing with attorney William Amburge. He is indicted with Andrew Leo Lucas of this city and Harry Wimsatt of New York, a bench warrant out for Wimsatt in custody in New York. Wimsatt will be brought to Washington this week for possible bond release. trial not likely before late spring term.
Roanoke Va Jan 99 William Jennings Bryan spent the day with his daughter at Hollins Institute near Roanoke then returned to address a large Assembly Hall audience. He rejected claims he favors incorporating the President's ideas in the Democratic platform, saying he has always explained where he agrees and disagrees with Taft and the President.
Elizabeth Sousa, mother of bandmaster and composer John Philip Sousa, seeks $1,500 in back retired pay and pension from Marine Band musician Antonia Sousa's estate. Justice Barnard ordered Commissioner Vespasian Warner to show cause by February 14 why mandamus should not compel payment in the District Supreme Court.
The 90 year old Mary Macdaniel died January 7 and her November 9 1906 will filed for probate leaves about 25000 to nephews and nieces Frances Hickey Gertrude Ball and Norris Macdaniel plus others. Executor Norris Macdaniel directs distribution to his siblings. Separate probate filings declare Mary L Rogers died January 25 1998 leaving 990 to daughter Minnie E Rogers and Frederick M Rogers named executor.
Special to The Washington Post Roanoke Virginia January reports a man identified only by pawn tickets found in his pocket was killed this morning by the Washington and Chattanooga Limited east of Roanoke. He stood on the track with no evident attempt to escape.
In Asheville North Carolina January 2 1925 the United States Circuit Court refused to appoint a receiver in Fleischman Co vs South Carolina Dispensary Commission The court heard that creditors claims were largely fraudulent and that some officials conspired to deter claims by threatening arrests Fleischman & Co attorney Lester said affidavits would show cooperation between the commission and Attorney General to frighten creditors Lyon denied the accusation and pledged to arrest only guilty parties The exchange raised questions of court jurisdiction and creditors rights The Philadelphia Press reported the scene and a humorous aside about a child’s remark on becoming a freak
John Walters, a New York bookmaker indicted last Tuesday for alleged gambling law violations, appeared before Justice Stafford in Criminal Court No 1 and posted a $1 bond for his future court appearances. Samuel Ross of the Washington Jockey Club stood surety on the bond.
Obituaries report Ivy Ketcham of Reidville aged about twenty four who died from consumption, plus Nellie Murphy of Roanoke age twenty, W Dearing Confederate veteran at seventy eight, E W Willis council member and businessman in Fredericksburg, Capt Joseph Crawford of Bristol died at home aged seventy one, Rev William McJunkly missionary in Korea aged forty two, Dr W P Marston aged seventy two near Lightfoot, and other notes on local deaths across Virginia in late January.
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