Institute Buys Land as Philanthropists Support Grows
A prominent donor, withheld, contributes 35000 and backs a new building project near Talbot Road by the Potomac. The sale links owners, trustees, and the Episcopal Hossee Church board in land transfer discussions. The ceremony features remarks from Mrs Davenport and several local leaders.
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Lee
Sonia
Robbery Case Recovers Omitted Goods in Nondescript Report
The article provides a fragmented account involving Perey hives y Up and two Negroes linked to a robbery case. Names and specifics are garbled, making it difficult to identify clear suspects or outcomes. The text mentions a party at a place called Reeth and references a person named Walter in relation to a legal or financial matter.
Michigan off for trial amid wartime naval tests at Camden
Detroit reports indicate Michigan ships depart for trials as the Navy conducts tests off Camden and Delaware Capes. A U boat torpedo test and faster speeds are cited, with Captain Visser among those observed. July events mention speed to knots and a Cape bound operation.
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Camden
Agen
Michigan
Kayes
Mike Genevlevn
Bof Eaisends
Publicity Views Seven Slogan Suggestions for Washington Advertising
A publicity contest in Washington yielded seven slogan proposals to boost the city’s image. Proponents urge a permanent publicity bureau under a commercial group, staffed to gather data, court editors, and supply ready material to newspapers and magazines.
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Park police enforce ban on noisy and excessive motor cars
The Metropolitan Police, under Col Abbott, will aid park authorities to bar motor vehicles creating noise, smoke, or odors in district parks and during concerts. Col Aubert, on Spencer Cosby’s recommendation, orders enforcement to curb disturbances in recreation areas and reserves.
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Spencer Cosby
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Court clerk’s pay cut sparks Comptroller ruling
The Comptroller of the Currency upholds the Attorney General’s position that Noole Butler, clerk of the United States circuit and district courts for Indiana, cannot combine fees from both courts to exceed the two-office limit. Fees between Jan 16 and Dec 1, 18g, totaled $12.78, and DOJ disallowed Butler’s plan to consolidate gross fees then deduct expenses to claim 1.5 percent personal pay. The ruling affirms the government’s stance on separate office compensation limits.
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No Races for 2 Year Olds Proposed in New York
Breeders urge New York legislature to ban races for two year olds until August 5 to allow development. The measure has strong support from leading breeders who argue the strain on young horses is excessive, though some horsemen may oppose it.
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New York
Girls Parade at Taft Inauguration Prompts Washington Photo
Four Washington women represented the Young Women's Christian Association at the Lake George conference, marching in the inauguration parade with flags and bunting. Miss Elizabeth Pierce, chair of the extension department, received a wireless message from Taft apologizing for not attending.
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Jessie Foster
Annie Binnie
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Woodward & Tathrop
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Blaze devastates Orange business district and homes
A July fire in Orange Virginia reduced to ashes the Piedmont Hotel Orange Star Building two groceries lumber plant and several dwellings. The blaze damaged about seventy five thousand dollars with insurance partial. Fire brigades and railroad engines fought the flames and Charolotteville firemen responded from a distance but were delayed en route.
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Kittens Climb Elevated Rail Pillar In New York Incident
A 19 year old woman, Kaitherina Specht of 19 fet avenue, reports a cat from her home platformed on a First Avenue elevated pillar. Bystanders feared electrocution on the third rail overhead. The cat, Mia, was later found safe with its mother and siblings living below the rails.
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Threats Target North Side Grocer Tony Tovelacet
A dump was thrown at the residence of Tony Tovelacet, a wealthy Chicago grocer, last night damaging the building and causing injuries. Tovelacet had recently received threatening letters demanding money.
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VIEW HOUSE OF WORSHIP Cornerstone Set for Christ Church
The Reverend William B Latane served the parish for thirty years. Bishop Gibeon Blehmona will lay the cornerstone of Christ Church at Colonial Beach August. An all Episcopal delegation from Washington and Maryland attends the ceremony. The cornerstone bears the inscription Christ Church erected to the glory of God and in loving memory of William B Latane. Architect Alexander H Sonnemann of Washington designed the building. Construction uses cement blocks and an acetylene heated system. Pews and altar rail are solid oak. The Washington Parish name stems from George Washington’s birthplace in the area. The Colonial Beach parish grew from Oak Grove and St Peters Church with help from local women. Building board officers include President Mrs P Ninds, Treasurer Miss N B Colton, Secretary Mrs W F Repshew.
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Pittsburgs New Terminal Plans by Frick for City Skyline
The Pennsylvania Railroad buys 400 200 worth of unimproved real estate in downtown Pittsburg from HH Prick stockholder. Frick plans a multi story skyscraper complex at Pinay nue and Grant street opposite his Prick building near the Union Depot. The project aims to unite Pittsburg Station and create a dominant skyline, potentially overshadowing the fourteen story Carnegie building.
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Andrew Carnegie
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Barbers Chair Incident Sparks Debate Over Respect
In a barber shop, a veteran barber recounts a privileged customer insulting him on chair two. The customer mocked the staff and suggested violence. the barber remained silent. The customer was later promoted from chair two to chair four, prompting discussion on dignity and response to abuse.
Primary Campaign set in Alexandria for August 5
Alexandria city Democratic committee convened at the Opera House last night to finalize the primary schedule. Incumbent members seek reelection with no expected opposition. filing closes July 27 at noon, and the ticket will include city committee candidates elected that day.
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Charles Berdheim
Cty
Steele to Wed Ensign in Annapolis Announcement
Miss Charlie Steele daughter of Mr and Mrs Nevell Steele of Morrey Hill Annapolis will wed Ensign Lew Morton Atkins of Montana. Atkins recently joined the Naval Academy class of 196? and serves in the construction corps at Boston Navy Yard. He is brother to Ensign Arthur Atkins who married Frances Terry of the Naval Academy last year.
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Nathaniel Terry
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Suit for Wrecked Mail Could Reshape Mail Contracts
The government seeks to hold Atlantic Coast Line Railway liable for lost registered mail including diamonds from Paris to China, claiming negligence and protection failures. The case, argued in Federal Court in Wilmington, questions railroad liability for mail in transit and could revolutionize the mail contract system. Judge Connor reserved verdict.
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Yacht Clubs Organize for Maryland Regatta
A Washington Post special reports that yacht clubs meet at Easton to form the Chesapeake Bay Yacht Racing Association ahead of the annual regatta at Oxford and Crxford on the Avon and Choptank rivers. Members from Corinthian Keystone Yacht Clubs and others vote to coordinate events.
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Hampton Roads
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Chesapeake Bay Yacht Hocing Association
Auto Riders Injured In Steep Grade Crash Near Wheeling
Special to The Washington Post reports a 40 horsepower car with young men sliding down a steep grade near Raymond across the river from Janis Cir. Driver Donald Stringer, 17, could not control speed and the car sped down the slope. Wroak Hives was badly shaken, James Storey suffered a gash and bruises but is recovering, Willorey was fatally injured by entanglement. Stringer and Ira Thompson clung to the car until it reached the bottom.
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Ford's for Battle Abbey at Richmond site favored by Daughters
Richmond Virginia report notes Confederate veterans and the Daughters of the American Revolution supporting placing a private abbey on the site of Ford's Hotel or the former Valentine House. A memorial hall concept near St Pauls Church and the Confederate Museum gains backing, with a proposed structure to honor the memory of the era.
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St. Paul's Episcopal, Church
Captured After Fight Near Big Creek Mountains
John Flemming, fleeing from the state penitentiary months after release, was captured today after a desperate chase along Big Creek in the mountains. He had returned home to find his wife remarried, then opened fire on officers with two revolvers before finally surrendering.
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Fatality From Wild Wire Incident In Wheeling
A Wheeling incident reports four youths playing with a fallen live wire. Two were shocked and rendered unconscious. One youth, likely Sarter Hater, died at once. Igead ant Cly Rules sustained fatal injuries. Willis Serrump is expected to recover. Rescue workers removed the boys from danger and saved others.
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Secret Washington meeting links liquor chiefs to Virginia leaders
A Washington conference between Virginia State Liquor Dealers Association officials and Democratic leaders allegedly offered assurances to favor Henry St George Tucker. The talk, shrouded in secrecy, tied to efforts to influence wet votes and Governor race strategies in Virginia.
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Congress
Virginia
Washigton Post
Richmond
Henry St George Tucker
Washington
Liquor Dealers’ Association of Virginia
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Hanon
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Lesner
Trun
Mel Folk
Hare Liquor Treaters’ Association
Joseph T. Lawler
Norfolk
Washogton
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Norfelis
Fifteen Years for Murder in Hass Case
A local case ends with a fifteen year sentence for murder. The defendant, a business man from Wackersiure, faced charges including possession of ammunition in Sunday dealings. A guilty plea was entered, and an appeal was taken. Details outline the court’s decision and the sentencing.
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