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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1909
Page
2
A fragmented reminiscence on fraternal ties formed during 1861 to 1865 and the lasting loyalties built in colleges churches and societies. It reflects on how shared trials and memory of fallen comrades shape lifelong fellowship among veterans and successors.
A fragmented historical notice reviews a national emphasis on memorials and parades. It notes public displays, veterans, and engineering efforts, highlighting communal mobilization and support for war assets. The piece references local organizations, funding, and civic roles in sustaining national morale through ceremonies and collective remembrance.
Incomplete OCR describes a sculpture funded by the United Sins Congress with 204 for a thre e sided granite island with bronze bas reliefs of figures. It mentions a bust by Vas Stephenson on the westerly side and references a charity and jovility theme.
Soldiers from New York and other departments joined a formal welcome at Crton Station and later at Hall to mark a joint ceremony. Officers and delegates marched in review, followed by a salute and reception for participants from multiple regions and organizations.
District officials and trade groups coordinate a quiet Fourth with safe and sane activities across Petworth Brightwood and downtown. A daylong program includes daylight fireworks displays avoided by crowds, a parade auto floral show and a Brightwood park race and ball game while Washington readers anticipate the big evening light show.
The Northwestern Daily reports a clash between President Taft and Secretary of the Treasury MacVeagh over a proposed tax and margarine law revision. It notes a correction to New York papers claiming interviews, with Tawney clarifying the President did not endorse the opposition but that Treasury measures govern the margarine bill.
In a wartime Chinatown court, five Chinese men were condemned after a chaotic trial. The defendants faced charges linked to boxing memoirs and the Ginseong Tun scheme, with one mother’s case dropped and another mother among the acquitted.
Chinamen arrested in a Baltimore lottery raid faced arraignment before a United States Commissioner. Lee Hing Lee Sam Lee Auen Lee Hang Lee You and Lee Kim pleaded not guilty. A ship detail of police and central office detectives seized lottery implements as evidence. Thirteen others were held or released in a separate raid.
Coroner examines the body of Sir Arthur Cowell Stepney Baronet of London found in the Parish station. He had been born in Germany and naturalized in America. notes suggest a deep beetle collection. London solicitor efforts for divorce from Lady Stepney precede a 1675 marriage and a prior divorce petition invalidated by English courts.
There was little change in the stranded Nero’s position as a northwest gale pressed the boat to pound and roll. Captain Kennedy reported trouble keeping steam up while pumps operated with donkey engines. This afternoon the valuable cargo was removed to the torpedo station by the naval tug Nina. The Tasco placed extra pumps aboard and wrecking crews from John Arbuckle awaited orders. A haul off attempt was made today.
Orville Wright and Wilbur Wright press plans to repair their damaged aeroplane at Dayton with cloth and spruce shipped from their workshop while government officials consider new proposals for a heavier than air machine. The accident at Fort Myer prompted examination of the lower plane and skids, and a full week of work is anticipated to restore the craft for further government testing.
An old ad touts Swamp Root as a remedy for weak kidneys and bladder, listing symptoms like back ache and fatigue. It invites readers to request a free sample and booklet from Dr Kilmer & Co, claiming broad health benefits and urging purchase at stores.
In New York on July 2 counsel for Farry Kh Than argued against a change of venue for the Thaw case. The judge reserved decision until Monday. The issue centers on whether Harry Thaw should be released from Morgantown asylum or transferred to Westchester County for further proceedings.
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