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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1908
Page
3
Readers see a contested choice for head of committee in Ohio campaign coverage. Taft has not named a choice, while Hitchcock and others are discussed as possible leaders. Additional names circulate as officials weigh the best leadership.
A fragmentary newspaper page shows funeral design offerings and embalmer details with prices. Names include GEO. G. SHAFFER and SUNSEAL DESIGNS among others, plus contact numbers and addresses in the 14th Street area.
Plans for a new horse operating building at the United States College of Veterinary Surgeons rear of its hospital at 217 Street NW. The five story brick structure will include two amphitheaters, two laboratories, and two dissection rooms to support micrographic investigations. Construction bids will be sought soon, with completion targeted by September 1 to have the hospital ready by October 1.
Perris, head of the State Lunacy Commission, states that opinions differ on Thaw's sanity. He argues for confinement in a hospital for the mentally ill rather than in a penal or matical institution, citing homicidal impulses. The Supreme Court judge Dowling denied the request for commitment to Maticawan.
In New Orleans Thulenhefer a former Sale collector was found guilty of embezzling about sixty six thousand dollars. Sentence was deferred. He vanished a year ago and was charged by a Baltimore bonding company claiming the shortage was known by state officials before his departure. The bonding firm refused his bond, a suit followed and was lost. He then sailed to South America before returning to New Orleans as a crew member on a fruit steamer where his arrest was made public.
The executive committee of the Association of Life Insurance Presidents lauded Grover Cleveland for his public service and his role as chairman and counsel of the committee. No successor was chosen yet, and the vacancy will likely remain unfilled until December.
A nine year old girl burglar was arrested in Williamsburg after more than two weeks of pursuit. She led police to a home with stolen dresses and other goods, and a woman was taken into custody as her supposed teacher. The child, who gave the name Annie Riley, claimed to have committed over forty robberies with the aid of the woman, using a baby carriage to store loot during the thefts.
Yesterday's weather was comfortable with a sunny, pleasant day and a cool evening breeze. Thermometer readings ranged from mild at night to the 50s in the afternoon, with light sprinkles in spots and chances of further cooling tomorrow as Washington forecasts more cool air and potential rain.
June 30 in the Lords a heated exchange between Lord Curzon and Viscount Morley discussed India unrest. Curzon called the Asia crisis a tension across Asia and Europe while Morley blamed Japan's victory and defended government policy, opposing martial law and harsh measures.
In Brooklyn appellate court, Bright Eyes the Indian maiden who wooed Edward Ward Vanderbilt, saw the sheriff’s jury findings reversed. The court placed control of Vanderbilt’s property with his daughter Minerva and ordered restoration action, while nullifying unilateral proceedings and potential charges against Pepper Vanderbilt for grand larceny. The ruling centers on jury compensation issues and contest over estate management.
Wayne W. Cordell, long connected with temperance work in Washington and the Ant/Rechabites, leaves yesterday for Louisa Kentucky where he will serve as a special agent and examiner in 23 eastern Kentucky counties. Before leaving, he received a testimonial token from South Washington Tent members, with remarks by leaders from various tents praising his temperance labors.
In St Petersburg on June 9 reports suggest a meeting between Emperor Nicholas of Russia and the German Emperor on the Baltic. Official confirmation is lacking and officials in both nations deny knowledge of any arrangement. The 1905 Bierrkoe meeting is cited as a precedent for a private telegrams accord and direct summit.
More than a hundred visitors from Ohio including Republicans and officials were received by Secretary Taft at the War Department on Monday evening. Taft recalled many faces from memory after long separations, greeting each with a smile and handshake in a brief impromptu reception. Notables present included Cap. Rogers Maj. Fillmore Col. Peck Robert Harlan Maj. Medford Judge William H. Scudder and several Mrs Millward and Misses Cora Millward Thompson and Miller.
The Washington Post reports Dr Frank Kraft of the American Institute of Homeopathy claims the survival of the fittest theory explains sex selection in infants. He argues that in harvest or scarce times nature favors males and that hard times may increase male births.
New York June 30 The appellate division of the New York Supreme Court in Brooklyn ruled that operating moving picture shows on Sunday did not violate the law. Judge Gaynor wrote the decision citing John Knox visiting Calvin at Geneva when he found the Puritan founder playing bowls on his home’s green.
St Petersburg reports John W Rid dle the American ambassador continues to gain strength slowly after threats of pneumonia. Today he received Irwin B Laughlin second secretary of the embassy who will depart tomorrow for a two months vacation.
Branford, June W N H Green, the prosecutor, shot and killed L W Tidwell, the defendant, as they traveled to Live Oak for a court appearance. They quarreled and Green fired twice. The coroner's jury found Green acted in self defense and acquitted him.
A joint Board of Trade and Chamber of Commerce committee outlined the July 4 activities for the new District building. The morning program opens at 9 oclock with Marine Band selections and national anthems, including readings and speeches by notable figures. The evening features fireworks in White Lot at 8 with a parade or avenue illumination at 9:20 to 11. A large invitations committee was named headlined by Chapin Brown with many members listed.
Department Commander E J Cogan presided at a special meeting of the United Spanish War Veterans camps in the National Guard Armory. The ninth annual encampment will be July 16 at Costerloa Hall with Capt John Lewis Smaith as guard ace and arrangements chairman. Large delegations expected from camps and Boston national encampment looms with 15,000 anticipated attendees. a celebratory event at Glen Ewig on July 17 will mark the Battle of Santiago with speeches and fireworks.
The Berlin trial of Prince Philip zu Eulenburg for perjury and subornation of perjury in the round table scandal continued behind closed doors. Baron Alphonse de Rothschild testified as the prince, who was attended by a physician, grew weak in the afternoon and was removed to Charity Hospital where he remains a prisoner.
Miss Mary Joy Newland wed Count Menno Frederick Limburg-Stirum at her sister's Detroit home. The bride appeared unescorted while the count was supported by Baron von Stunt of the German embassy. The couple plan to stay in the U S this summer before returning to Germany in autumn.
Wang Sue, cook on the Cape Brenton, fled into the Potomac River after a late night escape from the ship anchored off Washington. The ship’s captain and owners face fines up to 500 dollars while the Immigration Bureau assists in the search as officers plan deck patrols for his recapture. The Cape Brenton had berthed near Baltimore after a South American voyage when Wang leapt from the vessel. Fred W. Sanborn and Captain A. Warden aid in the case as Lieut. Peck orders night deck searches for the fugitive aboard.
Brussels report says Foreign Minister Davignon told the chamber that Britain was not fully satisfied with Congo conditions. He presented a note and demands while the United States endorsed Britain’s contentions. The ministry pledged prompt actions and further clarification tomorrow.
A long list of marriage licenses issued in various counties includes couples such as Jona W. Godfrey, 43, and Emma V. Dempney, 34, in Virginia. Edward M. Dawson, 37, and Virginia C. Turtle, 44, in another Virginia county. Charles Ho Fndgett, 27, and Josie R. Wilkerson, 20. George W. Thomas, 82, and Kate Ofakaze, 70. and many others with ages and locales. The notices reflect entries across multiple counties and religious parlors, listing Rev. ministers or officiants associated with each license.
Deaths reported include Margaret Parker Rosa Tozzolo John Sheedy Annie Brown Nelson Horning Carrotl Tyson Albert Wilson Mary Talley and others with ages from 1 to 86 Collins Hospital entries list Providence Garfield and other hospital affiliations. Fruit cart request near patent office building denied by commissioners on Mas Sylvester's recommendation.
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