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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1907
Page
2
A report details Ayres pressing for a formal inquiry to determine if a physical or mental examination is required. He asks what extraneous matters could be introduced. the board fails to enlighten and adjourns after a brief session amid a muddled debate.
A historical fragment lists multiple funeral directors and undertakers such as Speare, Harveys Sons, Geier's Sons, and Mitchell's Son, along with surgeons including Thos A Costello and George P Zarhorst. The garbled text also references addresses and telephone lines, implying a directory style notice from a city almanac.
In a Delaware era tale a husband and wife face a gossip driven rift after a pair once thought siblings fled six years ago. Neighbors recount a strained romance, a mistaken widowhood, and a wedding that never was as the couple endured rumor and social pressure.
The group of officers on the court martial for Mal Fremont are described during arrivals and introductions. Col Ayres meets Maj Edie and Gen Dusia as officers file into the Army Building, sharing stories while awaiting the board's convening.
An OCR readout lists numerous elderly individuals with ages and vague medical notes, naming Leon, Nels, and Jacues among others. It references months, durations of illness, and court or guardian mentions, implying a registry of health or pauper cases and associated dates.
A fragmented OCR shows multiple couples with listed ages and locations, including Alph Hondter aged 9 and Elale Parkinson 29, Gand Mattie Lorre 19, Ronnett 3 and Gorganna De Loren 1, plus many other paired names and ages across various places, suggesting a dense historical license collection with inconsistent formatting.
Fourteen people were injured in a Butler Passenger Railway collision at the Standard Street Car Works terminal Lyndora suburb. Seven were seriously hurt, most employes of the Standard company. One man escaped serious injury. The rear car brakes failed causing a run into the forward car, crowding passengers and trapping limbs in the telescoped platform. Many victims were found buried in wreckage and some amputations were reported.
In Boise the defense argued that evidence about alleged mine owners suppression of miners and a supposed conspiracy was immaterial and should not go to the jury. The judge planned to finish arguments within a week, with sessions of two hours daily, as the State restyled its case and witnesses from Colorado testified about mine conditions and threats during the Cripple Creek era.
Fragmented dispatches recount a turret accident aboard the Georgia during target practice. A shutter in the ammunition hoist functioned automatically. one man in the turret reportedly died while others were injured. A board of investigation is ordered to report tomorrow.
A vivid account describes a turret crew under fire with fires and smoke, the quick actions of Boatswain and Midshipman Graves, and the heroic efforts of Ken Kimball or Kimball and others. One man perishes after aiding others. Rear Admiral Goodrich praises officers who risked their lives and led by example before leaping overboard as the launch returned. The narrative underscores the deadly nature of smokeless powder and the courage displayed by sailors.
Hundreds of telegrams of sympathy pour in for Lieutenant Caspar Goodrich who died in the power explosion on the turret of the battleship Georgia. The funeral is set for tomorrow at Stone Church in New Jersey. Rear Admiral Imral Gneinrich of the Brooklyn Navy Yard and his wife and two daughters returned home after arranging the funeral arrangements. A company of mourners is expected to attend.
A flood of condolences from Germany Russia France and peers reaches the Navy Department after the SS Georgia accident. Messages from Berlin Magnolia Mass Jule 16 and Admiral Jin reference the tragic loss and express sympathy from foreign allies and officials. The note from the French Minister of Marine Thomson Phe Trench adds official sorrow from Paris.
A Thrashington dispatch from July 17 notes prospects for about 30 percent of an average crop in some areas, with possible gains from favorable weather. Southwest wheat thrashing surpasses expectations by one to two bushels per acre in places, while Kansas and Nebraska report strong wheat yields and a first car of the new crop arriving in Omaha. Oklahoma and Kansas aggregate forecasts span millions of bushels, with Nebraska crops in excellent condition and corn shows benefit from recent showers.
Jesse R Grant touring the South and West to gauge Democratic support for the presidential nomination, arriving in Texas with H H Childress guiding the party mission. He met former Gov Lanham and other leaders, hopes Gov Campbell could be his running mate, and reports strong assurances of backing in Texas and beyond. In Montgomery, the legislature ratified John H Bankhead's election to the U.S. Senate, succeeding the deceased Morgan for a six year term.
James Marton a 20s New York resident drank at the Freiarcs Club on West Porneth street and attempted self harm with acid after an argument with Peter Brand. A passerby sprained his own leg on the pavement. Martin was restrained by bystanders and Police Moran. Martin confessed intent to destroy himself and was charged with felonious assault and locked up.
Labor groups in Indiana denounce politicians from both parties in a Richmond gathering led by Frederick L. Felch of the Order of Railway Trainmen. Felch condemned several statewide political figures including Dan Lima, TV Wo Ralston, and Charles Miller, urging labor vigilance over doubtful aspirants. He warned Congressmen James F. Watson faces declining support due to an unfriendly labor record.
Ten deaths and more than twenty in the last thirty six hours mark a heat wave in Pittsburg. The United States Weather Bureau logged a maximum of 104 degrees as mills and manufacturing districts suffer acutely with residents crowding streets seeking relief from the oppressive conditions.
A severe cloudburst floods Vienna and devastates Neuwadegg and Hernals causing many victims. The Vienna fire brigade works amid floods and the Alserbach river barrier hinders rescue efforts.
A split couple faced a divorce judge who quickly granted two decrees, reflecting an unusual case where both parties seemed aligned in outcome despite the chaotic phrasing. The report highlights swift legal action and unusual collaboration between the involved parties.
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