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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1908

Page

10

Thaw Remains in Jail as Hearings Continue in New York

Thaw discusses future plans while jailed awaiting a transfer to a state asylum or other facility. Justice Morschauser weighs motions regarding Thaw’s confinement and potential commitment, with Thaw’s wife visiting in jail and noting his hopeful outlook and possible business venture if freed.

Kerk Jonesy Hiarry Birean Powghkeepsie Justce Lowh Supreme Court Matewaan Ana James Kapme

Band Stands Needed in Washington for Marine Band

John C Holland appeals to city leaders to build roofed band stands in Washington. He urges two large stands, one on Capitol grounds and one near White House grounds, to improve sound and shelter for public performances by the Marine Band. June 11.

Marine Band Capitol Grounds White House Ountry Washington Bese John “C Holland

Murder on Morristown Golf Links Shocks Town

Four children in Morristown report their mother murdered near the local golf links after a quarrel with a man she dated. Neighbors heard threats prior to the shooting and detectives found a pistol wound and blood evidence at the scene. The victim’s relatives say the man pressured her to marry despite her reluctance.

Clubhawks Spedal Washington Morristown N J Krank Ned Gelat Mra

Jubilee pageant in Vienna features 20000 in armor and era costumes

Tens of thousands march in a grand pageant recalling the reign of Charles and the Habsburg dynasty. More than 700 representatives of Austria’s population ride in armor and period garb, with nobles, clergy, and royal household members present amid a festive procession through central Vienna.

Vienna Auste Gar Joseph Arch Hesses Royalses Austria Olvees Aarons Bon Carls Ottoas Uppertad Ate Eglis R Val Priacty Oy Csutlares Bely

Governor Avoids Berth 13 in Chicago Trip Fallout

The governor's private secretary indicated he would regret the decision not to nominate Farrbanks amid preexisting handicaps and paid opponents. Berth 13 was seized in a scurrying around, with officials deeming the situation unsatisfactory.

Washington Four India Hanley Farrbanks Taft

Funeral of O H P Belmont Held in New York

The funeral of O H P Belmont was held in the Church of the Incarnation with mourners including prominent New York society members. The rites were led by Charles A Snedeker rector of St Georges Hempstead and a boys choir assisted. A large wreath of orange blossoms adorned the coffin while attendees included Mr and Mrs William K Vanderbilt jr August Belmont jr Oel rehs and Sydney Harris.

Tden O IL P Belmont New York Pes Charles A Snedeker St Georges Church of Hempstead Wro William K Vander Fic August Belmontje CM Oelrehs Sydney

Whaler Willem Baylies Lost in Ice Pack

A Nome cable reports the whaling steamer Willem Baylies lost in the ice off Anadyr Bay Siberia. It is believed the crew of eighteen were rescued by the whaler Bowhead and are aboard the steam whaler Jeannette. A late Nome message confirms their safety.

San Francisco Nome Willem Baylies Anadyr Bay Siberia Jeannette

Fire Destroys Studio on King Street in Alexandria

A Alexandria fire gutted Archer L Jameson’s photographic studio on the upper floor of 454 King Street, causing heavy stock damage at Lozano Dry Goods on the lower floor. Firefighters confined flames to the gallery, with water damage to the stock, while two firefighters were injured by a dog bite and broken glass. Insurance and exact losses remained undetermined.

Alexandria King Street Jameson Washington Post Bureau Archer L Jamesons Lozano Dry Goods Company Columbia and Reliance Fire Engines Secon Frst George J Haines Accot Ink Va Alexander E Slaymaker Logane Dry Goods Company Sallie P Lozano Saya Jia Saya William Craven Columbia King and Pith Edward Pettey Fir Pettey Glass

Exercises At St Mary's Forty-First Annual Closing

The fortieth annual cease suent ex ercies of St Mary Aideny were held in the Aevandria Opera House yesterday afternoon in the presence of a large quidt After diplomas were presented to graduates by Rev LF Ricety assistant rector The graduates in music were Masses Mary Flien Hil and Side Ge trude patterson and Im the commercial clan Moses Ales Ann Freger Hazel Fieanor Ale Else Milroy Hamilton and Kelle Virginia Studds Each graduate received a gold medal and honors were awarded to several students in honor and attendance in various departments The Sunday school convention of the Baltimore Conference adjourned at noon yesterday after electing Judge Locke Watton president and Mr Mulan secretary The Potomac Academy closing exercises were held yesterday morning with certificates awarded to graduands and distinction certificates in English shown.

St Mary § Aideny Aevandria Opera House LF Ricety St Mary 8 Church Eathe Payne of Clifton Ellen Hill Mary Agnes Gulro Katherine Groh Mary Bernadette Allen Washington Mary Flien Hil Ge Trude Patterson Moses Ales Ann Freger Hazel Fieanor Ale Else Milroy Hamilton Kelle Virginia Studds Alan Wisa Ida Wiss Maud Allensworth T Senor Wiss Anne Wither Wiss Heen Corbett Mis Carmen Mier Junor

Degraded French Traitor Charles Ulmo Sentenced by Court Martial

Charles Ulmo, once a naval officer, was sentenced to life imprisonment and degraded in rank after a court martial found him guilty of spying. Arrested in October, he was stripped of rank and insignia as soldiers watched. He will be sent to Devil’s Island off French Guiana, where Major Dreyfus was confined.

Toslon Charles B Ulmo Lilma Lilmo Limos Devlis Island French Guiana Maj Dreyfus Isa

Arms on Cuban ship rumor shocks Wall Street crowd

A rumor spread that the Ward liner Seguranca, sailing from Wall Street to Santiago Cuba, carried a large arms cargo for Cuban revolutionists. Customs officials were said to have learned of the shipment and to seek seizure on arrival. Separately a blessing ceremony for lilies will be held at Mount St Sepulcher Church Brookland after high mass.

Spcial New York Wall Street Santiago Cuba South Street Washington Church of Mount St Sepulcher Franciscan Monastery Brookland

British Cruiser Captain Found Partly Guilty of Collision

A naval court martial in Portsmouth found Captain T Lumsden of the cruiser Gibraltar partly guilty of hazarding his ship after the Gladiator collision with the American steamer St Paul. He was reprimanded and dismissed from the ship due to the St Paul not complying with collision rules.

Gibraltar St. Paul Portsmouth Lowry St Paul Eumsden Tlumsden Prisner

Accused Lawyer Ends Life in Watertown Ledger Incident

In Watertown New York June 12 Charles B McCormick thirty eight an attorney and brother of Kenry J McCormick former New York Central civil agent now under arrest on forgery charges leaped to his death from a five story office building. McCormick had been arrested last night on grand larceny charges tied to a fraudulent settlement alleging he and his brother netted 4260 from a 500 claim paid by the New York Central Railroad.

Watertown Charles B McCormick Kenry J McCormick New York Central Civn McCormick New York Central Railroad

Commencement Exercises to Open with Athletic Association Program

Visitors converge for the eighty aura session graduation of the Silverals of Virginia as June 12 activities begin in Charlottesvlle. Specialite The Washington Fest features athletes earning letters in football baseball track and basketball presented by the General Athletic Association amid the long list of graduates in law and various professional schools.

Washington Janeu Francia Pike le Way Bartlett Giles Orlando Willams Conrad Gloth Erle Pa Julius August Guedeler Edward Henley Williamsburg Hoke Ireint Tacoma Albert Lynn Hughaon Greenwood Joseph Kincad Tryngot Amelia Va William Euneth Jackson Jr Mvine Dla John Carland Jefferson Ir AmeHa James Paris Jon Miscwaukee Damian Monserrat San Juan Porta Rico Willem S Mud Birningham Ala Sterbert Vasey Kek Beaer Dam Wis Francischella Pugh Considsonville la Gaile d Fitz Simno Raene Washington Bb William Henry Heat Masville de Otis Cugen St Ctaty Tacewil Nathaniel Jose Suwrit Memphi Tenn Hartes Frederick Sanbright Bellaire Hin Hiram Morre Smith Richmond Ernest Philip Steinhauser Denver Colothurman Lawrence Suherlani Statton Va Clayton Allen Tapseat Chiehsvile Va Herry Olbert Tincher Amo InderInam Stuart Turnbull Meredithtile Winfeld Lawrence Waters Lovsvill Fmmel Nelann Whte May Market Va Robe Nugen Wilk N Yew Philade Portsmouth Percy Augustus Ferlens Samuel Hewes Phillina Chestee Wil Fay Clark Spares Charloe Aie Ta Dala

Man Denied Attacking Woman in Corporation Court

Thomas Na man, fourteen, the son of Mrs Rhodes, testified that Wroten grabbed his mother inside the house and forced her into another room. Wroten denied the attempted criminal assault charge and declared the woman daily listed his room asking for wa ry. Mrs Rhodes said she was interrupted during household duties when the alleged attack occurred.

Rhodes Corporation Wairy Wroth Thomas Naman

Elopement of 79 and 80 Year Old Lovers in Madison

Madison Wisconsin June 12 Studelph Ploetz aged seventy nine a wealthy widower of Prairie du Lac eloped with Miss Ursula Hunees aged eighty once his sweetheart. They married by a justice of the peace after six sons opposed the match. The couple were childhood sweethearts who parted after a quarrel. Hunges had never married, spending a lifetime waiting for her first love.

Madison Wis Studelph Ploetz Prarie du Lac Ursula Hunees Brkleghom Madison Hunges

Missing Clerk Sought in United States Express Co Mystery

John O Fitzsimmons a United States Express Co clerk on a street port southeast has vanished since Monday. Police seek him after he failed to appear at the office and his whereabouts remain unknown. A search of hospitals yielded no trace, though the missing clerk is believed to be around twenty.

John O Fitzsimmons United States Express Co John OQ Fitzsimmons Q Street Glan Echo Park L. Shaw Ater Vaitant Amusements Parka Mangger Shawnace Periateralnetorma Glen Echo Park

Grand jury returns true bills in grain rebate case indicting Warner Moore & Co

True bills indicted Warner Moore and Thom as I Moore of Warner Moore & Co for false billing in violation of the Interstate Commerce Act and Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Co for the same. W & Forbes & Co were not indicted. The case centers on rebilling grain shipments from Western points transferred to connecting lines to avoid extra charges. Bail set at 10,000 for each of Gilbert and Johnson, with permanent bonds of 19,000 each.

Warner Moore & Co Washington Post Richmond United States District Cour Warner Moore Thomas I. Moore Chesapeake and Ohio Hallway Company W & Forbes & Co Grand Jury Chesapeake Seaboard Air Line Atlantic Coast Line Norfolk and Western Railway Chesapeake and Ohio Hia Western Oki Alexander P Gilbert William R Johnson

Refused Wedding Ties For Washington Couple In Rockville

Miss Mary Mullen and Daniel Connor, a Washington couple, visited Hackville for a marriage. They asked Rev Philipp McGuire to wed them, but a pastoral letter prevented it. The duo returned to Rockville, where it emerged Daniel Connor had prior divorce, and the ceremony was refused again by Father McGuire.

Wagngton Rockville Mary Mullen Daniel Connor Washngton Hackviiln Philipp McGuire St Marys Catholi Church Mary Bing Mersuire We Guire

Mail clerk convicted in theft of registered letters

Special to The Washington Post from Norfolk reports a United States mail clerk was found guilty of stealing three registered letters from the mails, each containing a small sum of money, and sentenced by Judge Purnell to three years at hard labor in the Atlanta federal prison. Hawkins, 18 thirty five, has a family in Petersburg, Va.

Washington Post Norfolk United States Ayail Purnell Atlanta Hawkins Petersburg

Bananas Washed Ashore Along Virginia Coast

Telegraphic weather bulletin reports large quantities of green bananas ashore along the Norfolk coast between Pulse Cape and Wash Woods. Indications point to a banana freight ship in distress. cargo washing ashore, vessel identity not determined.

Norfolk United States Weather Bureau Seacoast Pulse Cape Wash Woods

Wiley's condition improves noted in Hot Springs report

June 12 report states Representative Agues of Alabama remains critically ill but shows slight improvement as physicians doubt recovery. Also: death notices for Mrs Emma G Bevis of Germantown aged 63, and Mrs Mary Potts of Warpers Ferry age 68.

Hot Springs Agues Alabama Emma G Roland Washington Post Bevis Md Emma G lReand Germantown William Fo Boland Mary Potts Thomas Potta

Maryland Weddings in Gaithersburg and Rockville Notices

Mary land wedding notices report the June Gaithersburg marriage of Misa Anna Lila Witer daughter of Dr and Mrs Charles Ititers to Dr J Lawn Thompson of Washington with ceremony at the bride’s brother in law Horace B Haddox’s home in Rockville. Nathan F Harris dies at 75 in a Baltimore hospital. lifelong Montgomery County resident, unmarried. Mrs Mary K Made aged 85 of Colesville district dies at daughter Mrs George Gates home near Lay Hill. surviving two daughters.

Rockville Nathan F. Harris Baltimore Harriss Montgomery County Mary K Made Colesville George Gates Lay Hill

Eureka Life Insurance dissolves injunction in Virginia Circuit Court

Richmond June 12 Judge R Carter Scott dissolved the injunction against Eureka Life Insurance Company and discharged its receiver after the court found its assets and liabilities satisfactory in law. The firm, incorporated in Virginia though based with principal offices in Philadelphia, had its charter revoked earlier due to capital impairment pending an investigation. A temporary receivership had been granted in Newport News by Fudge Barham at stockholders’ request while the matter proceeded.

Richmond R Carter Scott Eureka Life Insurance Company Philadelphia Eureka Company Virginia Regentry Insurance Button Rearing Virginia Fudge Barham Corporation Court of Newport News

Schuman Proves Wild In Fifth Inning For Norfolk

Lynchburg fall to Norfolk 4 1 in game two of the series as Schuman wilds the fifth inning by walking three and allowing one run. Seitz, Lanner, and Kikptk contribute hits for Lynchburg while Bowen and Salty Barnice pace Norfolk with baserunners and timely hits. Reed and Carroll post strong pitching performances in a tense Norfolk victory.

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New Books Received From Major Publishers

A list of new titles includes KEW ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SOCIAL REFORM by Biles Funk & Wagnalls. The Voice of the City by O Henry. The Book of Fish and Fishing by Louis Ahead. June Topardy by Imer Waynes Gilmore. The Furnishing of a Modest Home. The Interpretation of Faith by Gerhart C. Mare. The Romangy of the Reaper by Herbert N. Cason. The Cobbler by Elma A Travis. Lawless Worth by Charles Eelseer. Tales Out of School About Naval Officers by Mary S. Uitsock. Triazzy the Vanicorn Girl by Wargerer Reck.

KEW WDP Biles Funk & Wagnallx New York City Spe Inliaia O Henry McClure Company New York Louis America Herbert N Cason Touchiela Pace & CO Flma Travis Outing Publishing Company Charles Eeseer York City

Roanoke Beats Portsmouth 4–1 In Notable Baseball Showdown

Roanoke triumphed 4 to 1 over Portsmouth in a clean game noted for few errors and a pivotal sixth inning rally. Morrissey delivered a two run triple while Shaffer and Larkin contributed key hits as Roanoke secured the win behind pitcher Hamilton.

Washington Pau Roanoke Portsmouth Morrissey Lohr Shaffer Cot Hessler Roanoke AG Ito Oheamston Tuprete Treoaa Hamilon Shaffer Morrissey Larkin Lett Rocnake Portsmouth & Fo Hamilton Strack Nur

Crockwell Death in Berryville After Lingering Illness

Virginia obituary notes Charles E Crockwell died in Berryville at his sister’s home after a long heart illness. Born November 10, 1827 in Winchester, Va. He is survived by his daughter, A. The report records a quiet family notice from the local community.

Berryville Charles E Crockwell Winchester Ois

Excursions at Chevy Chase and nearby beaches draw crowds

Washington readers flock to Chevy Chase Lake and Glen Echo Park for summer pleasures with smooth sand, cool shade, and salt air. The Norfolk and Washington Steamboat Company donates Jamestown trip proceeds to the Children Playground Association as crowds enjoy evening concerts, dancing, and river excursions from June 15 to 11 p.m. return.

Norfolk and Washington Steamboat Company Jamestown Children Playground Association Norfolk and Wanblagwau Seventh

Virginia Weddings: Harris and Inglea wed in Radford

Radford ceremony at the Presbyterian church united Miss Ballla Richardson Harris and William Inglea junior of Radford in a June wedding. Also in Waterford Lennoun County Charles C Virts married Mira Maude Smith in a Presbyterian church ceremony conducted by Reverend E L Wilson.

Radford Saltville Ballla Richardson Harris William Inglea, Jr Presbyterian Church L W Irwin Radford Leesburg Charles C Virts Joseph Virts Waterford Lennoun County Mira Maude Smith Joseph Smith Stainton Va Waterford Kev E L. Wilson The

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