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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1908
Page
2
Police report a rise in mad dogs roaming the city during the summer with several bite incidents. The hydrophobic threat prompted officers to euthanize dangerous animals and to trap others in a bid to curb attacks while awaiting further veterinary tests and public safety updates.
George Wadsworth motorman of an empty car involved in a wreck near Annapolis Junction left Annapolis for Guythogi Falls Ohio with his family, denying he was ordered to stop. He said he would return if needed and planned to resume work after the inquiry.
The Maenates Brat 7 Annapals Mido June W-Taiward Bois conductor on the special electric Tron at 8 collision near Camp Farol Tuan when nine persons were sued and fourteen others injured has been arrested charged with the murder of Weim J Norton, one of the viets of that disaster. Deputy Steril Snap word tig Renasco in custody at Emergent Hospital where his con fined from injuries received on the wreck. Benina was greatly affected by his aire. He says he lay his orders at home slowing that le wis to meet thi t guilt train at Bests Git and to re port from there. Had he reached that siding the collision would not have oc curred Ie says the railway company has promand to go his bail and of it does not he will put up the requiret callaterat Mr Norton resded act 2167 so tl Felton street Baltnicre J
A party of seven young men sheltered from rain in an office when lightning struck today. One man, De Younes, died instantly. four more were seriously injured and two received minor injuries. A telephote was reported carried into the building.
Augustus Chippendale Thornett of 117 K Street Northwest died at 69 after a hemorrhage in Providence Hospital. He was in his fourth year as a clerk in the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co. He had been ill for a month and is survived by two children, Eiden Foulse and Alfred Richardson. No funeral arrangements announced.
Shelby desk sergeant and HWA Cole bicycle policeman of the Fourth precinct start a five day cruise down the berth in the gasoline launch Katie C. They are joined by John Parry, Coles brother in law, formerly a potterman of the fourth precinct, now connected with the Panama police force, on his annual tenue.
Elks Rural Jubilee at Denning race track features an old-time circus style act with ponies and a large women chaired organizing committee. The event opens Tuesday afternoon and includes a lively array of booths, refreshments, and social activities led by Mrs Gompers and a broad list of committee members.
Secretary of the Navy Metcalf and Secretary of War Taft witnessed torpedo tests on the battleship Florida at Hampton Roads. The tests showed a modern warship can resist a service torpedo, though a torpedo would sink a battleship by conventional belief. They praised the invention, noted costs, and Taft pledged the tests would repay the government. Secretary Metcalf planned a California trip for quarantine and mountain walking, with Assistant Secretary Newberry in charge in his absence.
In Manheim Pennsylvania the semifeudal feast of roses honored the Zions Lutheran Church deed. Baron Henry William Buegel donated the town site and required annual June payment of one red rose by his heirs. This year the oldest descendant Miss Mary Honing of Bridgeport Conn received payment. The congregation left a red rose at the chancel to be sent to a hospital.
St Paul Minnesota report says Jimes-HC Taylor of Seattle and his wife and daughter were robbed aboard a Chicago and Northwestern train from Chicago. Two men jostled Taylor as they were about to alight, one reached inside his coat and seized a wallet with money and securities. Taylor raised the alarm but the criminals escaped. most stolen securities are negotiable.
A large crowd attended the opening and final dedicatory services of the Northminster Presbyterian Church at Rhode Island Avenue and Eleventh Street. The former moderator Rev Dr Waltram H Roberts preached the morning sermon and Rev Dr B F Bitlinger pronounced the dedicatory prayers as the church, formed from North and Assembly congregations, celebrated its completion and admitted new members.
Rev Joseph Kelly of Fourth Presbyterian Church addresses the boys class at the OMo A to urge casting aside selfish habits. He compares human talent to Moses scepter, saying each person is armed with a God given talent to use for others, to earn the crown of the righteous.
Kansas City police had a thief who stole a mall pouch containing money and valuables, arrested last week but escaped due to no definite charge. Investigation shows the pouch was taken at Union Station on a June night and recovered money and valuables later dispersed. Authorities believe the thief fled the city after the loss and may have hidden loot locally.
The Washington Post reports a murder at a lighthouse near Munising Michigan in mid June. George Genery the North Mihton Grand Island keeper is missing and his unnamed assistant lies dead with a head wound. An Ausable Life Saving Crew found a boat adrift between Munising and Grand Marais believed from North Light on Grand Island carrying the assistant. An investigation confirms the body is that assistant who had recently taken the duty at the lighthouse.
Chicago June 34 Former United States Senator Charles A Towne of New York arrived at the Annex after a two days conference with William J Bryan at his farm near Lincoln. The talks generate ground for belief that the Denver ticket may pair Bryan and Towne.
Cole man S McCrea was buried for ten days and revived at Luna Park before 5600 spectators. Hindu healer Bundah Kapparow performed passes on his body as McCrea opened his eyes and spoke, then asked for soup before being deemed in normal condition with rapid heart action. He recalled feeling nothing then a float and a hard bite before regaining consciousness on stage.
The report describes rising Missouri River levels near Kansas City and St Louis with expected further increases through Thursday or Friday. It notes unsettled weather across Indiana, the Lower Lakes, and Ohio Valley with showers and thunderstorms, while parts of the East and Gulf states face cooler, clear conditions. Winds shift along coasts, and Monday arrivals into European ports face light to moderate northwest winds. Local temperatures range from 46 to 63 degrees with variable humidity and sunshine.
Special to The Washington Herald report notes temperatures in other cities fell for twelve hours ending at 8 p m. Harpers Ferry and nearby areas were slightly cloudy this afternoon as weather conditions persisted.
Chicago June 14 Negroes representing several organizations have held mass meetings here. A new group the National Negro American Political League formed to demand play for the Negro from the Republicans or threaten to vote Democratic or stay home. Rev J Milton Waldron of Washington heads the league with a committee to press party leaders at the convention. Many southern delegates are said to be inspired by the Constitution League.
A general police alarm was issued for Mrs Frances I Marbury widow of Francia Marbury a well known lawyer after she eluded her nurse in a store on Saturday. The 55 year old widow is described as slight with brown eyes and hair tinged with gray. She is cousin to Mrs John Hay and to Samuel Mapner of Cleveland steel. Authorities fear she is wandering about the city.
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