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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1909
Page
11
A provision authorizing 434 404 for district improvement and current expenses drew fierce Democratic opposition as the appropriation vote neared. The debate centered on alleged breaches of faith and fiscal propriety tied to Tawney and Hoke, with 80 percent of the funding linked to present needs and disputes over expenditure.
Readable content is fragmented with unclear names and details. The fragment mentions Vermont and Tepe Ines but lacks identifiable actions, dates, or entities to summarize a coherent news item.
A contested Barry statue design controversy unfolds as Rhode Island leaders face two main proposals. Andrew and Jerome Conner push distinct models while the Irish Americans Campers group weighs in. Meanwhile a charity drive from Camp Goodwin adds to the regional interesse as a steamer runs aground near Ambrose Channel en route to remen.
In a major collapse on Market Street a United Gas Improvement Company building under reconstruction fell, trapping seven workers including foreman Charles Larsen and laborers Pallhamnaing, Alvin, and James Haggerty. City ambulances and police responded as trains and sidewalks were struck by falling stones. the subway was briefly blocked and many bystanders aided the injured. The death toll and injuries were reported as search teams worked through the wreckage all afternoon.
Taft and aides discuss a plan to ask Congress for authority to issue bonds up to the latest canal cost estimate of 38.7 million dollars. The bonds would finance canal property purchase, with preliminary figures and proposed terms reviewed in a cabinet-like luncheon setting.
Walter Kelly by his next friend Michael F Kelly files suit in the District Supreme Court alleging George Bowle, defendant, caused a serious permanent injury when knocked down at the corner of Seventh and ML streets NW on June 16 by automobile driven by Mr Chipman. The plaintiff seeks 30003 damages and to recover medical costs and loss of ordinary duties.
Engineer Commissioner Judson drafts a bill to extend streetcars toward the extreme upper Rock Creek Park area, pursuing a taller park promenade and easier pedestrian and transit access. The plan, backed by Mr Macfarland and the Central Avenue alignment, seeks congressional action to extend the park terminus and create a direct route from the eastern boundary to public transport hubs.
Meadowbrook polo players who recently won the American Cup dined at the Hotel Ritz as guests of the Hurlingham Polo Club. Viscount Valentia presided with notable attendees including the Duke of Westminster Lord Shrewsbury and Lord Valenti. A toast praised Americans for enlightening England and wished Britain success with broad sportsman support.
A long speech at a Republican encampment denounces Congress and a supposed break with party pledges. Gov Portry scorches the national and state parties for dishonesty, urging independence from a controlling faction and warning that a party not keeping its platform risks relegation. He cites Senate leaders and a Washington display of pretended unity to argue for reform and protest at the nation’s political direction.
A historical report states that Hawaiian coast defenses under Cap. Willand Platt at the ordnance depot fired for the first time today near Monetuer harbor, testing the Cegeal approach to Monetuer harbor and proving satisfactory for coastal defense readiness.
A Boston customs seizure involves Miriam Gedy acting for owner in a pearl necklace dispute tied to a Canada route. The trunk contained imitation pearls and a real necklace valued at about 1800 dollars, with duties likely high under tariff changes. Governor Johnson rests after brief illness as Carl Mueller becomes president of the National Jobbing Confectioners Association amidst a Wildwood convention.
Sister of young Marine lieutenant attends second court of inquiry into his death. Mrs Sutton admits Miss Stewart had only slight acquaintance. Navy officials confirm sessions will be open to members of the press for reporting.
The new Calvary Fyascopsl Church at Fuleseuth azul Ji streets Northesst will open with a morning service. Rev Henry Philips of Church of the Crucifixwn Philadelphia will deliver the dedication sermon. Rev Vi Bennett will lead the ceremonial program and a memorial to late Bishop Satterlee will be noted. Carding Blehay donated furniture. cornerstone laid February 2 with completion a month later.
Asheville reports the 15 A proposal to admit non Pythians to the Dramatic Order Knights of Khorassan was defeated at this morning’s DO KHI convention session. Memorial services are planned for this afternoon with installation of newly elected imperial officers. Delegates will then proceed to Lake Toxaway. Cruiser squadron including the North Carolina Montana and New York, now at Naples, will join Admiral Schroeder’s fleet at Provincetown, Mass, by August 1. The squadron is under Captain William Ud Marshall of the North Carolina.
Stockholm July 18 reports a new dirigible torpedo by a Swedish inventorArmed with an 1800 yard range and 7200 yards stated travel it can be steered underwater from launch and altered course by operator Fur thermore the device can be exploded at will and attains a speed of knots per hour
Turbulent romance from a Swiss village to Baltimore culminates as Rudolph Siegrist secures a promise from Marie Haiker to wait for him. He sails to the United States, builds a business in Portland, then Washington before a reunion in the capital. A swift marriage follows after a fatal ship strike near the river.
Report examines charges against a lacemaker tied to a white slavery plot with a supposed adviser. The defense asserts the theory is preposterous and questions who aided the girl, noting Barrette’s damaged reputation and a missed cross examination opportunity.
A misread scorecard notes a player throwing a ball breaking the biceps tendon with a fractured arm. The report mentions team schedules, medical attends, and the expected recovery for the injured pitcher.
Fragmented OCR text references army orders, FAO and various names, places, and times. It appears to be a garbled sheet listing directives and personnel, with several scattered proper nouns and abbreviations. No coherent event or outcome is clearly identifiable for a concise summary.
Naval orders and vessel movements report activity across multiple ports including Kentucky and Ohio regions. Notable entries reference Midshipmen training at schools, hospital week activities, and fleet movements toward Newport and Cleveland.
Fragmented OCR lists many couples, officiants, and dates in a wedding notice style. Names include Haupke, Connally, Russel, Bresnainn, Con roll Mauzion Spenser, Triplett, Gertrude, Rourke, Wellmay, Jose, Aier Georee Wo Jackson, Allee Bo Teter, Drew Beers, Rosmin Wand Olive, Posey, Carter. It reads like a multi entry marriage license notice with scattered ages and roles, lacking coherent event details.
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