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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1909
Page
41
A damaged OCR segment mentions Tarheel, Rak, Paeera Wooten, and Wea wis with scattered names and phrases. It hints at a sports or local event but provides unclear connections or outcomes. The readable pieces form a jumbled outline rather than a coherent report.
A fragmented report notes a hearing or inquiry where claims of a missing son’s body are discussed. The article references a theorem and discusses a person named Ween Counts and a figure or place tied to Flas. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
A botched break in at the Macdonaldton post office ends with thieves stealing stamps and about $100 in cash. Local reports mention a pastor named Metzger and a named church in Funkstown, with rumors of health concerns and a pastorate position at Glen Gardner. Police urge residents to stay alert as investigators review the scene and nearby leads.
Judge William S Clopton of the Manchester corporation court died at Crockett Springs after a long illness. Born May 2 1846 in Henrico County, he served in the Confederate army, later held multiple judge positions in Chesterfield and Manchester, married twice, and left a legacy in Virginia jurisprudence.
July competition in the national rifle association tournament saw West Virginia shooters prominent, with Sgt Burdette and others receiving medals. The event honored Henry G Once yo Hick and featured teams from Morgan and related units, finishing with a capture of the cup and notable individual placements.
A Green Castle tragedy unfolds as a brother refuses to escort a sister, leading to a fatal confrontation with their mother’s death as context. The coroner’s inquest details a tense scene and a subsequent term of court probe into the alleged murder.
States Attorney Tanner announced a probe into a series of alleged misconduct involving a superintendent from Meveport and a company based in Gaston. A telegram reported claims of fraudulent policies and missing persons tied to an incident that left several dead. An indictment was prepared and the state planned to seek seizure of records as authorities pursue the case.
A jury trial is set for bankers Breese and Dickerson in a case alleging a large fraud scheme. Prosecution contends accounts were manipulated over several weeks as investigators review extensive banking records. The proceedings, expected to last weeks, will determine if the defendants face government action or acquittal.
A large under construction power plant project near Ilon ake with 20 miles of timbered tailroad and a hundred thousand acres of timberland has suspended operations. Workers report disruptions along Lewis Creek and near Tevis Creek as the project slows. The venture, one of the region’s largest, is expected to impact coal and iron grade supplies and regional development earnings.
Obituary notices report Curdertand at Green Spring after paralysis, with survivors including a wife and several children. another death cites 16 year old Rayne Shafer of Hagerstown from illness. The records note community ties, church involvement, and local occupations such as farmers and merchants.
Newport News Va July 25 The Republican State convention will open here next Wednesday with over 14 000 delegates. Secretary Nagel of Commerce and Labor will speak, signaling presidential endorsement, while Gillespie of Tazewell is likely headed to lead the ticket. Kentine from Alleghany is discussed as a possible governor candidate, with party expectations and internal names shaping the race amid Taft sentiment and Democratic competition.
The Caroline County primary nominated Stevena for clerk of the circuit court and a slate of state delegates. Edward Goslin headed the senate ticket with Edward Carter and G H Williamson as delegates, while John Hemp Stevens was clerk of circuit court and Potter Steble treasurer. Thomas Chaffinch won county commissioner, Gwen Garey county surveyor, and the slate included Joseph Carroll, Richard Bullock, Joseph Gallagher, Theodore Sainsbury, and Robert Smith as delegates to the state convention.
An auto collision near Mendham and Morrixinn left multiple seriously hurt and three presumed fatally injured. In Savannah a separate Seaboard train wreck near the city injured a dozen or more, including a 80 year old and others. The two crashes spurred emergency crews to respond as investigators sorted the chaotic scene.
Garrett County governors and Republican factions debate a county plan for nominating delegates to state and judicial conventions. Primaries on August 14 will choose three delegates by direct vote to the state convention and three to the county convention, with figures like George Pearre and Brown seeking reelection or nomination.
The Roanoke Democratic executive committee plans a single ballot for the July primary to force participation. The Citizens League promotes an Independent ticket and abstention by many voters. Judge Mann seeks a remedy as opposition candidates appear on the ballot and key state lines face limited nominee exposure.
Unlucky steamer Slocum, converted to a barge, rests on the bottom near Sandy Hook after rough seas. In tow of a Philadelphia tug, it leaked near Maryland, forcing anchoring as the coast guard and crew attempted repairs and rescue.
Special to The Washington Chronicle reports that 25 year old Samuel Gindlesperger, a Mennonite minister and bishop, residing near Davisville near Martinsdale, died after falling from a cherry tree while working in his yard. He served as pastor of the Bloogh Church.
The Figaro leaks telegrams showing Prince Antoine, father of Alfonso, condemning the secret marriage to Princesa Brattice. He laments the breach of family duties and the sacred obligation, announcing a rupture in relations with his son and disclosing royal displeasure.
An unusual zoo episode centers on a Malay Peninsula tapir that arrived from New York and refuses vegetables. Keeper Blackburn seeks a solution as the animal snorts and tosses food, while staff debate a fitting name and ponder what to feed the herbivore, including salt pork.
Citizens of Alexandria discuss Taft proposal to retrocede county lines to Virginia or keep them in the District. Senators and representatives express support for retrocession if deemed legal, while others favor District governance and Supreme Court resolution.
In Jackson Michigan a crowd stormed the grandstand after a heated Southern League baseball game. The railing collapsed injuring 20 and several were hospitalized. Umpire escaped pursuit and was guarded by police for two hours as the mob dispersed.
Speci to The Wagvington Fire Portland Oregon DreV of Colins a prominent physician 6 and killed by his wife yesterday at their home of Capt J H Sladen where they were to move for the summer. The shooting is attributed to jealousy. Capt Sladen says jealousy of her hash and was vn great tia aneiged sequentl tongue threa ened his wife. Both Dr Collins and the wife had been married before and divorced. Louis Di Callins came to Portland about two years ago until her marriage ta lr Collins. Mrs Collins ran a fashion dressmaking business. Their son from the first marriage was killed in the Spanish-American War.
A tiger at Coney Island attacked its trainer Henry Falkendorth during a performance. The beast leaped from its pedestal and mauled him, leaving him with a scalp wound and concussion as spectators fled in panic. handlers used hot irons to subdue the animal.
Col J A Chalaron president of the Louisiana board of pensions and secretary of the Louisiana Historical Society dies at his New Orleans home in the early hours. London sees the death of Charles Wilson theatrical manager aged 57.
Disjointed account outlines a fierce split among vaudeville promoters led by Seely, Green of San Francisco, and Fehiz Isman of Philadelphia, with implied fallout on booking networks and industry control. The piece hints at disputes over contracts and shifting alliances within the theater business and nearby markets.
Fragmented text references St Bartholomew’s and a 1998 event involving a man named Bernard Sie. Mentions Cyrano de Sergera and a professional wit. Contains garbled dates and partial names, with insufficient readable facts to extract a clear event or figures.
Damaged OCR fragment reports the fishing schooner Minne Wore lost eight crew in a Gulf storm. The master attempted steering amid towering waves, the vessel foundered with the crew clinging to masts as waves washed over. Five crew were seen afloat. two reached a lifeboat, others disappeared. Vessels in the fishing fleet are missing between a dozen and several over a week with no further word.
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