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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1908
Page
21
An 11 year old girl, daughter of a farmer, was attacked as an assailant tried to carry her away near Sydney County. The incident occurred as she resisted, leaving the girl injured with visible scratches and bruises. Local authorities and a posse are pursuing leads, with the community urged to report any information about the suspect described as a mixed race male.
A cigarmaker with a noose around his neck is reported to have died after a rope mishap and a self-inflicted bullet wound. A nearby girl reportedly intervened, saving two lives though details remain unclear.
A mysterious arcing spark set fire to bed clothes and scorched paper on a wall but did not injure any people. Fire crews responded quickly to contain the blaze and prevent broader damage at the residence. No suspects identified and investigators collect evidence for a possible accident or prank.
A Virginia obituary notes the July 1 death of Mrs Sale Taitle, wife and mother of four, described as a prominent member of the Baptist church in the community. She leaves four children and is mourned by relatives and friends.
Special to The Washington Fasc Dangilie reports the trial of William Massey, accused feudist, as evidence nears completion. Prosecutor J M Hooker opened, followed by George L Gravely for the defense. Massey faces charges for hiring Sam Stetton and for murders on the Spencer farm, with further trials for companions and alleged accomplices anticipated.
Dr George McCoy reports discovery of a leprosy like illness among San Francisco rats, with 18500 rats examined and 2 percent showing the disease. Scientists inoculate some rats from typical human cases to study development, while awaiting results over months.
Ten year old Collie Duchett died at Grenmens Hospital after being run over by a wagon owned by George Walkup Tin. His parents, living at 911 Bairy Place, witnessed the accident. His mother told police the driver had warned against boarding the wagon. Nevitt plans to issue a death certificate without police reporting.
The report lists several ministers including Rev Wallace Rulff, Rev Dr gun Ro Vales, Rev Robert Watso and Rev John Held Shw opis tor, serving diverse Presbyterian churches in New York and nearby areas. Associated names hint at August events and circuit visits within the denomination.
A Fairhaven poultry producer reports that a June 38 coastal artillery display damaged hundreds of incubated eggs. Secretary of War Wright and War Department chiefs are reviewing the incident, with hopes for an early settlement. Incubators were reset and a new hatch is anticipated soon.
A woman from the town was held for grand jury consideration related to a recent incident. The proceedings occurred Friday at the county courthouse, with officials stating the case involves injuries and potential further charges. The individual faces no formal indictment yet.
A garbled item cites safety for documents and storage in a seven story building related to a tele... printing project. References to government oversight, a church or library, and a request for archival proof appear in the unreadable text.
Funeral services for Jeremiah Wilson a Mosbys Rangers member were held at Congressional Cemetery. He died at his home on 1394 Toy Fifth Street Island. Wilson had served with Mosbys Rangers and lived in Washington for about twenty three years.
The Republican State Clubs of the district will meet this evening in the Garrick Club parlor to learn the report of the subcommittee charged with arranging the ratification meeting at Marshill Mail Saturday.
Police say Rehal W Crounce, 1271 year ferder internoun, charged with stealing $0 from William G Green near West Street. George Seranage, colored, sentenced to fifteen years for killing James Washington in Tregaricksburg. Maryland obituary notes elderly merchant son of Robert H Strange, brother of Alderman James F Strange, dies of diphtheria at Emergency Hospital. Ann Arbor July 1 John Rosberg.
Moles Doha ar re Chist me ft cnt mite a spectacular arrest near Leu te th street. A cyclist owner, T 1 Hoya of Brookland, collided with a horse drawn vehicle. James H Wood, a salesman, was named as the driver, admitting beer drinking and amnesia regarding the event. Charges included taking property and cruelty to animals.
In Quente province campaign manager Rafael Louionds Tamayo of the Temnnunal Independnt Party was stabbed by Augustin Aguiera, brother of the Miguel ista mayoral candidate. The attack followed a political meeting. Tamayo’s condition is described as grave with serious injuries.
James A Fowler became successor to Badwairt Fo Sinfer as assistant at the Department of Justice yesterday. Mr Sanford recently took a Federal judgeship in Tennessee. Mr Powle was formerly Fowler's partner in the practice of law in that state.
Supervisor Henry H Curtis of the Washington Playgrounds Association proposes allowing boys over 12 to use some playgrounds while Captain Oyster objects to expanding access. Curtis lists schools where larger boys would gain access and cites others where privileges should not extend. Rudolph responds to a petition about reserving Fifth and L streets south east for playground use near the navy yard extension tracks, arguing danger is slight and improvements have been made.
The newly formed board discussed an excursion to the international Christian Endeavor convention at St Paul in July 1909. A special train to transport Washington delegates was likely. Officers present included A W Stmratt president E P Gates vice president Albert W W Neiss secretary Edward Larring treasurer and several committee chairs.
In Washington, officials announce a new standard for fire department recruits requiring sound teeth for proper mastication and nutrition. A surgeon cites digestion and food absorption as reasons, while the measure may spare current members with bad teeth from immediate impact.
Martha Milburn died June 2 1900 leaving most of her estate in trust for daughter Martha Bartle with American Security and Trust Company as executor and trustee. The trust includes 50 000 for grandson Robert Milburn until age 25, life interest to Milburns nephews, and remainder to Mrs Bartle with heirs to follow. A separate Mary Carr will leaves 1000 to Ella B Carr and the rest to Emily Christian Carr with American Security and Trust Company as executor.
Charles Spencer Francis the American ambassador to Austria Hungary will depart Vienna for the United States on July 19 He plans a four month stay in the United States before returning to Europe and then will tour Egypt after his return.
The Mikado at the National Theater drew crowded houses as audiences and cast enjoyed an encore filled performance. Nuss Grace Orr Myers returns in Yum Yum, with Hatlie Arnold and George B. Frothingham delivering standout turns, while vaudeville offers Press Eldridge, the Katie Duo, and other circuit favorites in a lively show.
The report notes cooler conditions across the interior US with moderate temperatures Eastern half. no signs of extreme heat. Winds shift from west to northwest along the Great Lakes to fresh departures toward Europe. Atlantic and New England coasts expect light to moderate westerlies. Potomac and Shenandoah areas show clear to slightly murky conditions.
Members of Admiral George Dewey Naval Auxiliary No 3 attended a reception last night for Admiral George Dewey Camp Spanish War Veterans at the Henrietta home of Mrs Ida M Galloway senior vice president general. The event featured decorated rooms, refreshments, and a short business meeting to plan attendance at the upcoming excursion to Great Falls.
George W Manning known as Cap Manning and Confederate veteran died of apoplexy yesterday at 4 oclock at his home 18 Harvard Street NW. He was 60 born in Richmond VA and served in the Fifteenth Virginia Cavalry through the Civil War. Funeral services will be at the family residence tomorrow morning conducted by Rev Alfred Harding of St Pauls Episcopal Church. Burial will be private at Congressional Cemetery. Survived by wife Lillen Carter Manning and five children including Dr George Manning Jr of Philadelphia.
A petition from twenty Porto Ricans confined in Ceuta requests government action to secure their release. The appeal cites political imprisonment during Spanish rule in Puerto Rico and notes prior inquiries by Puerto Rican legislators seeking information on penitentiary cases. The record mentions prisoners held since 1898 and hints at an effort to obtain broader clemency through liberty measures.
Guthrie Oklahoma moves against Prairie Oil and Gas alleging the company, as a common carrier, holds lands and wells in violation of state law and that discriminatory rates have monopolized the industry. The state seeks to halt production and, if needed, appoint receivers to wind down the company’s holdings.
A woman about 35, four feet four inches tall with dark brown hair and hazel eyes fell or went over the north pier at the mouth of the Omega River last night and drowned. A bystander stole her hat and purse while others watched. Capt Carlind and his life saving crew recovered the body about an hour later. she appeared neatly dressed and weighed around lua pounds.
Chinese sailors aboard the Strathyre face possible deportation to Laserpool on the Lusitana after 22 men mourned last Saturday and 23 jumped overboard, with 23 later taken to Ellis Island. Norfolk reports Captain Dunn denies inhuman treatment and says crew volunteered to sign on with him to reach America.
New York and London society circles report actress Lillian Goldfinch, known in New York as Miss Julia Rebat, to marry the Earl of Glanarty. Mrs Arnold Marcus, widow of a New York banker, long abroad, is cited as the fiancée. The couple’s plans unfold amid theater and royal circles, with Marcus listed as well connected and assumed to be aligned with upper society.
A scrambled OCR snippet mentions a person named Millamspail and a July day morning, hinting at an event where someone died or was killed after leaving, with unclear details about friends or a mission. The text is highly garbled and provides few concrete facts.
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