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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
20
Board of Governors accepts offer to erect a memorial and tablet honoring the donor's wife. A committee will coordinate with a doctor to supervise relief for afflicted children. The project backs improvements at a local hospital and hospital grounds, with construction to proceed after approvals.
Senator endorses embedding tariff revision in party platform. The article notes Howse and other leaders urge concrete action and alignment with policy goals. Details are obscured by OCR errors but key figures and dates point to a public discussion of tariff strategy and political positioning.
Fragmentary OCR item references trees in the Fife area with unclear dates and names. The readable bits mention crest or moo, a 9 a 4 Pty wees, and a person named Per sylvan asonue, leaving the core action and outcome indeterminable.
Mrs Annie L Beverly a widow about sixty five years old on the Ten nallytown road was found guilty in Police Court of stealing fifteen books from the Public Library over four months. Judge Kornhall imposed a $1000 fine, suspended on good behavior, after district attorney Giver urged mercy. Detectives recovered most volumes at Beverly's home and prior thefts linked to her move.
Executive will study habits of wild beasts in Africa and likely write a book. Mentions Panserelt and travel plans involving Europe, Africa, and possible magazine work. Fragmented text references notable names and events, with unclear dates or settings.
Fragmented OCR text outlines political figures and nominations including a United States Senator race, governor candidates, and a bishop reception. It references Justice Ye, Carroll, Guarst, Bishop Bristol, and Rev Donald C Macleod among others, with county results and party notes.
A loan of 200000 is arranged with the American Security and Trust Company to finish Continental Hall the Daughters of the American Revolution home on Seventeenth Street. The loan funds interior completion and exterior work and is to be repaid at 3 percent with annual interest. project cost estimated near 500000 to complete.
Norwalk Ohio June Representative J F Laning a former vice president and director of the defunct Ohio Trust Company was indicted on seven counts for embezzlement. James P Gibbs bank president and others including bank treasurer Christian sertary and director William Perrin were indicted on charges of obtaining money by false pretenses and misapplication of funds. The case links the bank failure to broader financial losses and mentions Laning's recent nomination for a second term.
An abducted girl returns to the city with her mother notifying police headquarters in Alexandria. The accused claims she volunteered to accompany him as cook. The woman says she refused until yesterday and backed by investigators the case unfolds with testimony about the alleged luring and later denial.
Rev J W Duffy officiated at the burial rites for former Senator Jones yesterday afternoon at the city rest home on Nineteenth Street. Attendees included Senator Redert Po Owen of Oklahoma, Senator Fo J Burkett of Nebraska, Judge BR Finneary, and other notable lawmakers and mourners. The service featured floral tributes from West Virginia and other states as a large crowd paid final respects.
Gen Drain cables the entry list for the American rifle team as it seeks to prevent a ban on participation in the Ireland game. Thirty two competitors are named with selection tests at Congress Heights and Lamp Perms Ghigo before the team sails for England. Captain Frank Faars selected as adjutant and Cepe Vans to accompany the riflemen. preparations include ammunition tests.
Susan R Hetzel long served in national organizations and led patriotic groups. She organized the American Revolution era memory work and helped found Guidelape club sisterhoods. Death followed illness. funeral set for 1:00 PM tomorrow at St John’s Episcopal Church, Laurel Maryland, with private burial in Arlington. Representatives from affiliated organizations will attend.
A cross country march by Company G First Regiment District of Columbia National Guard covered more than thirty miles from Winchester to Charlestown. Troops left Winchester at 7 am, arrived by 2:50 pm, pitched tents near the town, and planned to reach Frederick by night. Regrets were felt at leaving Winchester where friendships were made.
About seventy five members gathered at the club to honor Harry King, who will depart for Europe soon. The event included tributes, speeches, and a luncheon served by the club caterer Ju Hus. Numerous attendees from the Columbus Ohio area listed, including RB ST, Arthur D Marks, and many other members and guests. King hopes for a prosperous journey and a safe return for his wife.
The American Medical Association designates leaders to represent the group at the Sixteenth International Health Congress in Budapest. Delegates include Surg Gen Robert McRelliv and Navy Surgeon P M Axet, with officers Dr George H Simmons and Dr Frank Ruslings in Chicago. Dr S N Skops of New York argues consumptives fare better in home climates for marriage prospects, prompting applause.
The funeral for Mrs Mary Conrad Dodge will be held at Bethesda at 2 o clock today. She died at Heathcote Bethesda on Wednesday evening and is buried at Oak Hill. Survived by her husband J Heath Dodge and three daughters Mrs BB Wilson, Mrs Goldsborough, and Mr and Mrs Latine Lewis, with other relatives and sisters in Maryland. She was active in the Protestant Episcopal Church of Bethesda and known for benevolence.
The blind Oklahoma senator and his wife, attended by trainee nurses and physicians, undergo eye therapy at Episcopal Hospital Pact. The patient adheres to instructions. Mrs Gore acts as private secretary, reading newspapers to him as care continues.
Hansen of the College of Agricultural and Mechanical Arts Brookings directs a government mission to conduct an experimental tour across Northern Europe and Asia. The aim is to study alfalfa, clover, and other forage plants to improve dry and cold climate farming practices. Secretary Wilson selected Pref Sinsen to lead the first option, with missions extending through Siberia Manchuria and other regions to evaluate feed crops and plant development ideas.
Federal agents seized four Chinese smugglers hidden in a car after a border crossing attempt in the Western frontier region. Two trackers and evidence of illicit entry were recovered. One man confessed admission to the scheme and the case has been turned over to immigration officials for further action. Police believe more suspects were involved in a larger smuggling operation bound for this country.
The Dramatic Society opened its exercises with a two act play in the college theater on campus. The program featured students including Miss Jane McQuaid and Miss Laura White, with Mary Callaghan and Miss Marguerite Parker among others participating. A misfired gas stove incident near 62 North West Street caused a brief alarm but was quickly contained.
Weather notes cover the U.S. West Valley and Atlantic regions with inland forecasts. Temperatures show highs around the upper sixties to mid seventies, lows in the thirties to sixties depending on locale. Report includes wind, precipitation prospects, and tide guidance, with scattered city readings across Chicago Davenport Omaha Portland and more.
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