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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1907
Page
18
A special camp for Associated Charities opens with a two week stay planned for local families and children. The event aims to provide vacation relief, shelter, meals, and activities, with volunteers coordinating tents, beds, milk, and fruit. Leaders and workers describe cautious optimism as preparations continue and guest families arrive.
Fragmented OCR text shows items about Jamestown Exposition, lectures on navigation, a song recital, a charity bequest, and contests urging readers to secure a ten day trip. References include Gov Hughes, Newport, and an estate bequest to the Association for Destitute Cats and Girls.
Gossip notes in London and Newport reveal heiresses and society figures collecting rare silver and wine cups at Hampden House while Miss Emily Talbot and Miss Rothschild charm high society. The piece mentions Mrs Palmer, Princess Cantacuzene, Miss Dmily Talbot, Miss Allen de Rothschild, and Wyndham-era social gatherings, plus a Governors Island military wedding and Newport summer arrivals, painting a bustling portrait of aristocratic leisure and transatlantic ties.
A Baltimore columnist recounts Edward T Teh and a black Dane named Nero linking a German folk song to the "His Master’s Voice" image. The tale connects Leh’s gift to Mrs Wolf, a talking picture plate, and a device inspired by a German melody. The article transitions to the new $10 gold certificates, noting their orange back, Michael Hillegas on the face, and a possible confusion with $20 notes. It mentions Congress authorizing placement with banks and a large issue ahead, alongside silver certificates and a swap to new notes.
The court dismissed contempt charges against Jakob Sphedt Ateltbrokt who was accused of violating an injunction barring sale of excursion tickets by the Pennsylvania Railroad. The defendant denied any intent to violate the order, noting he merely handled a ticket sale request left with him by the owner.
Leopold G Bard a 24 year old Russian wandered onto White House grounds and asked to see President Roosevelt. He asserted an invitation by cable and was detained for mental examination after entering the Green Room and ignoring orders to leave. Police surgeons to examine him today. Street Car Conductors Arraigned over crowding on Anacostia bridge cases adjourned to tomorrow.
Columbia Theater launches a summer week with Henry Hamiltons novel adapted play Motha. Charlotte Walker and Elles Spong provide strong Vera Herbert and Miss Walkers portrayal garners praise. The cast includes Effie Darling Dorothy Hammack Guy Nichols Herbert WcKenzie and Walter Howe in varied roles with minor musical interludes from The Aborn Opera Company. The Belasco Theater presents Sheridan comedy The Rivals with Arden stock revival. The cast includes Amy Ricard Jessie Glendenning Edward Bitt and Charles Hammond. The evening blends strong acting with uneven pacing as actors strive to recapture classic stage atmosphere.
Marriage records show licenses issued in June reached a new high, up 111 from last year with a total in the present year. The register cites Sed Wcenses raised and notes Maryland and Mexico contributed a large percentage while candidates for wedding passports were mentioned.
Dublin voters approve freeing Richard Croker amid a Derby link. The 26 to 13 or 23 to 18 split includes Binn Fein and Unionists opposing. Lord Mayor J P Nannnett hails Croker’s impact, noting his support to Ireland and business at Glencairn.
In Oxford England on July 1 a large assembly of Worcester College teachers witnessed the presentation of an illuminated address to Nicholas Murray Butler president of Columbia University New York. The address, given in a silver casket, honored Butler for his aid to English educators during their recent visit to America and marked the commemorative event.
Geneva July 1 Herr Woeling formerly Archduke Leopelé of Austria who renounced his honors to wed Wilhelmina Aéamoglc has been granted a divorce from his wife The wife offended him by joining the Ascona Anchorites went without clothes for sunbaths and adopted other eccentricities in conduct away from society
Secretary Taft received a cablegram from Col Goethals head of the Isthmian Canal Commission stating that everything is going well and harmoniously with reports of dissatisfaction and desire to withdraw being absolutely false. Washington replied that all is proceeding as planned with no withdrawal contemplated.
A dispatch from Rear Admiral Emory at Fort Monroe to the Navy Department yesterday states that reports of the Maine fouling the Oble were unfounded. He says both ships are securely moored, have adequate steam, and a third anchor for strength during the current bad weather.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announces through trains from Broad Street Station to Cape May Wildwood and Ocean City with morning and afternoon services on weekdays and a Sunday service, connecting via the Delaware River Bridge Route. Through service from Cape May to Philadelphia will link to northern and southern cities, aided by a new modern Cape May hotel.
Judge Mullowny left Saturday for Atlantic City and resorts. Judge Mills fills the temporary bench. Attorney Zahm Teerich returned from New York. Chyana to depart soon for vacation. Bailiffs reassigned. Elijah Lelzear leads District cell, Forsaidhe door man at the U S branch, Richard Hughes at the district dock.
Brian Brien, formerly chief clerk at GF Becomes Deputy Public Printer for the Government Printing Office. He took the oath yesterday morning and will occupy offices on the second floor beside the Public Printer. Several officials and clerks were sworn in as part of the ceremony.
At a morning meeting in the college chapel about 180 members and friends heard Dr T F Fox review the association’s status since 1904 and 113 members were reported. A protest against the civil service rule barring the deaf from examinations was adopted, with Rev G J Whildin condemning the policy. Officers elected included President RoR Allabough and vice presidents J M Stewart and HO 8 Stafford.
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