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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1908
Page
3
A statement begins by saying the congressman must have been misquoted and denies any remark resembling Denver quotation was ever made by the president. The release emphasizes the president did not utter the quoted line and dismisses any association with Hobson's account.
Special to The Washington v. Norfokka reports a defendant named Taylor, a former drug user, was sentenced to two years in the penitentiary for possession of cocaine. He testified plans to resupply from Albany for Henderson and claimed the drug was not intended for sale in Norfolk. The lengthy text notes court dealings, associations, and related legal actions in Alexandria and surrounding areas.
A fragmentary report notes a judge recommending a nominal one cent penalty in a case involving Reuben Mount. The readable text mentions a court setting, Mets, and various garbled notations, with references to duties, roads, and local officials amid unclear context.
Readers glimpse a fragmented account of Sherman preparing for a vice presidential run with Speaker Cannon, including notes on potential rides, local reactions, and shifting alliances. The text references political figures and a tense campaign atmosphere amid unclear timeline and events.
A local Virginia editorial committee toured the city in the afternoon and took a boat ride in the evening. They plan to view the falls today followed by a reception at the Chamber of Commerce.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a presidential message mixed with obituaries and personal notices. It references several individuals including Mrs Philips and Mrs Shyeaeth and mentions deaths from lingering illnesses and family survivors amid scattered personal items from a 19th or early 20th century local newspaper.
A juror laments failing to sway peers after months of deliberation in a hanging case. The unresolved dispute centers on whether to convict and execute, highlighting deep divisions among participants and the burden of reaching a verdict. The article notes intense emotion and the judge's admonitions amid ongoing deliberations.
Creel and Bacon confer as West coast wartime leaders discuss media policy and public morale. A broad display of wartime collaboration unfolds with references to government strategy, press roles, and upcoming communications efforts. The piece notes the involvement of officials and the press in shaping public narrative during wartime.
A man from Norfolk died yesterday afternoon at a hospital after an accident in an archway along Preston Street. He aimed to seek work when he fell into a property area near his residence and sustained fatal injuries including facial trauma and possible skull fracture. Police investigation continues to determine if the incident occurred while seeking employment.
An unclear report mentions Senator Whytl's son sustaining an injury during an event described as a mishap or assault. The text references family and local figures, with fragmented notes about investigation, timing, and possible medical attention, but lacks coherent details.
The Democratic congressional committee will keep quarters in Washington and Chicago. James T Lloyd of Missouri, chair, will travel to Chicago in early August to supervise operations while Clark of Florida, secretary, comes to Washington in late July to manage the capital offices. Most campaign literature will be issued from Washington as the fight for House control centers in the Midwest and West. Democratic leaders express growing confidence in winning a House majority.
Police blocked a mass march by Gospel Army workers seeking to play drums horns and tambourines on public streets despite Maj Sylvester Forbidding music. Officers warned marchers not to be molested. the band announced it would play on, rallying spectators as drums and bugle notes filled Penn Shama Avenue.
A community obituary announces the burial of a local resident with surviving family members including a wife, children, and relatives. The notice lists names and mentions the family's bereavement, scheduling the funeral for tomorrow at a local cemetery.
July fair draws interest as Benjy Bergh, treasurer, authorized to travel to Chicago to test forty humane killing inventions at the stock yards. A prize of 60 dollars is offered by Mr. Bagh Ot We Sores for the best humane method. Four dozen animals weigh in for trials amid ongoing scrutiny of cruelty.
Funeral services for Mrs Emma Castelberg wife of Jacob Castelberg of J Castelberg & Son will be held in Baltimore today at 1 o’clock. She was born in New York in 187 and married Jacob Castelberg in 184. She leaves sixteen children and is survived by six: Henry Castelberg Joseph Castelberg Mrs Albert Wildman Mrs Samuel Heller of Baltimore Mrs Joseph Myer and Mrs Harry Rodman of New York, and by her husband.
Miss K Leonward reported that her pocketbook containing $5 was stolen while shopping in a department store crowded by shoppers. Another loss noted by Ada Clark in Northwest area when she left a grocery store yesterday afternoon, her purse missing with $8 inside.
In Oklahoma near Henretta authorities mobilize militia amid rising tensions as about two thousand Redskins gather. Sheriffs prepare for possible outbreak while contingents move to protect routes and enforce order in the Creek and other nearby regions. Local leaders report heightened patrols and readiness against unrest.
Fragmentary legal notice outlines a Supreme Court district matter and multiple related filings. It mentions fees, estates, property, and various names and organizations, with many OCR errors but preserves core entities and case actions.
A mutilated body of a hairdresser was found inside a dressing shop in New Orleans. The scene showed a bloody attack with a knife, indicating a violent crime. Police began an investigation into the circumstances and potential suspects as neighbors reported the victim had recently faced threats.
A chaotic scene erupted as a female dancer provoked a disturbance drawing spectators into a riot. Police fined a driver and charged others involved while witnesses described a wild melee with bruises amid the tense aftermath.
Partial OCR shows a deed of trust action involving Lela Stone and Lia Stone as grantors to National Savings and Trust Company with American Security and Trust Company named. documents mention property in Dorrin’s Addition and related mortgage terms, but text is garbled. Names such as Charles H Diamer and Pearman Minertar are present in scattered form amid the fractured record.
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