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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1908
Page
3
Thousands gather at wharves and streets as fleet ships parade for Admiral Sperry and visiting Australian plans are approved. reports describe eager townsfolk, hospitalities, and open shores with military and entertainment events alongside a larger public showcase.
Begins with preliminary hearings for Arthur Lorie and others in a murder case. Wariness over missing details and chaotic OCR text obscures key names and dates. The report mentions a woman affected by a crime, arrests, and ongoing legal proceedings surrounding a Turner.
The Grimes battery from Forts mouth completes a 642 day march covering at least 10 miles daily. Two men are in good condition, one sergeant Hawkins broke his leg when a horse fell on him. They started from Petsburg, faced a wrong turn near Petersburg, rested eight miles out, then pushed 18 miles to Richmond in under eight hours.
The Woineton Post reports a horse show near Middelburg hosted by the Daughters of the Confederacy to raise funds for a planned hall. Entries include heavy participation with many named mounts and riders, highlighting prizes and top placements across multiple classes.
Officials say Bill Swift of Sury county resisted arrest by United States Deputy Mic he as kb Markiader who trailed him. Swift allegedly attacked two officers with a self defense claim. One officer suffered a fatal wound. Markiader is under medical care at the home in Dob sul. Swift remains at large with a warrant and possible involvement of Rope in his aversion.
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Fragmentary notices list individuals connected to marriages and deaths. Names such as William Lee and several undertakers appear, with scattered references to funeral directors and service firms. The text shows a historical newspaper snippet containing multiple obituaries, marriage notices, and funeral home mentions.
Gov Fort meets Gov Glenn this morning near Astots. Principal speaker Dean Grove trests postle and intra. Executive committee will vote next week.
Fragmented OCR notes report a death by suicide near Richmond and a custody related sentence. Names include Alma Virginie Li Mo and Mrs Berta Woillems, with mentions of Roanoke and Tadburg. It also references a 17 July event in West Virginia asylum correspondence and a Democratic congressional convention to be held at New Martinsville on July.
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An archival health office list records residents at multiple addresses with ages ranging from two to eighty. Names include Emmy G Vonnors Elizabeth Prunner Norman F Wreni Lissette Si¢in and Aliphaso Wikes among others with noted streets and years associated.
An analysis of recent Congress appropriations shows army and navy pay drives four percent of a 1 023 597 542 total. District of Columbia cuts 438 709 year over year. Details by bill list agriculture, commerce, and other departments with a long breakdown of offices and programs including naval construction and public buildings.
Roanoke Virginia July 17 A Black man identified as WJ Finney who earlier beat a M year old Mary Jamison nearly to death in an attempted felonious assault was brought to Roanoke for safe keeping amid threats of lynching and burning at the stake. He was moved from Franklin county to Rocky Mount jail then returned to Roanoke for safety.
Special to The Washington Post reports Miss Hattie Havis a well known Charlotte woman vanished from her home. The city and surrounding countryside are scoured with grave fears. She had been in poor health, and sisters note no unusual behavior before she disappeared.
On July 17 in Linden near Front Royal, George and Raymond Trumbo were shot and seriously injured by Detective M L Pankey of the Southern Railway. Pankey, dispatched from Alexandria, was attacked and cut. he and Superior Agent W Connelly refused to comment. George Trumbo remains in serious condition, Raymond shot through the chin, as the Trumbo family and local officers respond.
Henrietta Willis six years old dies from hydro phobia after a rabid dog bite on May 3. Pasteur serum begun May 23, despite early hope and ongoing fight by medical staff and scientists to save her life.
Jim Clemmens, a Black man accused of shooting J D Spencer in Martinsville two years ago, was arrested in Roanoke. Spencer awoke to an intruder, chased Clemmens in a hall, who fled after firing a yell. A one cent reward had been posted. a lynching likely would have happened if caught earlier. Clemmens denies the time of the crime.
Special reports from Roanoke dated July 18 reveal the Norfolk and Westin Railroad Company again debates a wage reduction proposal for its employees. Workers refuse to accept any reduction and a new proposal has been sent to leaders of several labor organizations for consideration.
Miss Virginia Downing and Wilbur M Prichard were married by Rev Lawrence Combs last night at White Marsh Episcopal Church in Heathsville Lancaster County. The couple enjoys wide social circles and is well known in the Lancaster area.
Washington reports that Alexandria health officer Dr Edward A Gorman released Dr Joseph Goldberger’s findings alleging an incipient smallpox epidemic. Four of thirteen cases were undoubted smallpox, with others showing past illness. despite opposition, Gorman said the disease is nearly stamped out but precautions are needed as cold weather approaches.
In Alexandria early yesterday a disturbance erupted when Henry Washington was ejected from 906 Queen Street by Samuel Hunt. Washington resisted, prompting Mrs Margaret Deneal Kelly and two companions to confront authorities. they were detained by Police Justice Caton who advised a civil suit. Funeral services were held for Frederick W Johnston at St Paul Protestant Episcopal Church. Aldermen approved funds for roadwork on Golobus Street and Payne Street, while Thomas F Scanlon, 73, remains missing since Thursday.
Leonard Beeman was convicted of felonious assault on Marjorie Haslett and sentenced to 71 years in the penitentiary. The judge cited Beeman’s weak mind and spared the death penalty. Beeman displayed nonchalant behavior during sentencing. Cardinal Gibbons departed from Baltimore to Hoboken for a steamer to Naples and Rome, then to London for the Wissenschaft congress meetings September 9 to 13.
The Washington Monument Association Incorporated in Alexandria received a charter from the corporation commission. Officers named include W B Smoot as president, CC Leadbeater as treasurer, and A J Wedderburn as secretary. The plan aims to build a monument to George Washington.
Cumberland reports the death of Charles Shaffer a highly elderly Garnett County resident aged 92 at Mountain Lake Park a German immigrant with several daughters surviving him. Fredericksburg notes the passing of Mrs Laumon Bowling formerly of Spotsylvania who died in Washington after a long illness at 25 and was laid to rest from Salem Church daughter of the late James M Baldwin of Spotsylvania County.
The Interborough Rapid Transit Company saw chairman Edward P. Bryan replaced as president after a European voyage. Bryan received a severance package and a year’s salary in advance, while services were declared unnecessary after July. The interborough system would abolish his position, with William Vreeland acting as figurehead of the Metropolitan Securities Company.
A private admission reveals a $100000 reward was a politick maneuver aimed at placating power figures. Subordinates act to satisfy Thomas F Ryan who now fully controls Interborough Metropolitan and President Shonta.
Arrangements advance for two additional battleships in Japan. One keel to be laid at Yokosuka in July and the other before year’s end. Displacement about 2007 tons, speed 20 knots, armor 12 inches, main armament twelve 12 inch guns.
A colonial style collection of dishes and dessert ideas including Macédoine Salad Beef and potato preparations Egg and Tomato dish and several sweets. The list covers baked potpourri style macaroni dishes with tomato bisque and duck, custard style puddings, a garlic flavored candy glaze, and a blackberry brandy infusion.
Montlair officials while patrolling for barking dogs heard and saw figures in a tunnel near Montint and Suppsay. Officers approached as work resumed on the long idle tunnel project. No further details clear.
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