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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1905

Page

3

Cornell Commencement Honors Roosevelt and Cleveland

Ithaca, June 2. The thirty seventh annual Cornell University commencement drew the largest crowd in the school’s history. President Schurman cited President Roosevelt and former President Cleveland as exemplars of American character and urged graduates to use their gifts loyally and efficiently in service to society.

University Roosevelt Cleveland Equitable Ithaca Cornell University Jacob Gould Schurman

LICENSED TO MARRY LW Boxley and Uipases Profit

A garbled roster lists marriages and deaths from Laurel and Savage Maryland to Washington DC with names like Mary Ella Hurron and Ida Mikwil, plus multiple funeral notices. It notes a m arriage license, a June 22 date, and interments in Glenwood Cemetery and Prospect Hill Cemetery. readers are urged to copy the details.

LW Boxleyand Uipases Profit New Gla Boe Va Jos D Wilson Uth Tie Arrow Holmes Biain Mckerson Fharita Jackson Betella Johnson Kurnuel Walker Marlel Campbell Deh Kueftner Garrie Bo Lohmeyor Bek McDearmon Agnes Noff Riler Harris Mannie MiLorry Creo Martivallo Sud Grazietto Cannovale Je Ringer Laurel Md Ida BL Mikwil Savage Md Toamether Hempstead Alice Deu Lava John E. Bites Twenty Fifth Street Frengl Georgetown University Fospital Simon Frenzel Frank Geler Seventh Street Rildas Prospect Foggins Thomas Higgins Nora Higgins Tyrrell Noue Evening Star Mlehtht West Forty-second New York Ellen Bartholomew Murphy Mim Rey William G James J Murphy Siudas Church of the Holy Cross West Forty- Coon Street San Veronica George W Trin Samuel Rockville Taylor Maryell Tayler Twelfth Street Northwest

Health Office Record From Fragmented 19th Century List

Fragmented OCR lists names, ages, addresses and notes on health offices, hospitals and residents. Entries include Jane, Charley Dorsey, Hennage, PoLacy, Pam Moore, Jonnett McParland, John W Robertson and others with ages from 0 to 87 and varied locations such as Liberty at 4 month armuret and 16th Street addresses.

Jane Marts Christian Liberty Armuret Dave Charley W Dorsey Hennage Lassie Hoh Uda Knop Coe ToGt Moore Asy Heap Jonnett J McParland John W Robertson Robiowon

Notice on simultaneous marriage and death notices in multiple papers

The Washington Post notes a policy to publish marriage and death notices simultaneously and at no extra charge via telegraphing or in person in multiple listed newspapers including New York Times Boston Globe Buffalo Courier Cincinnati Enquirer Chicago Record War world Philadelphia Public Ledger Pittsburgh Dispatch Providence Journal Rochester Herald St Louis Republic Syracuse Herald Standard Minneapolis Tribune Cleveland Plain Dealer.

Washington York Times Boston Globe Buffalo Colrier Cincinnati Enquirer Warald Philadelphia Public Ledger

Equitable Life saved by character and leading men

The article reflects on the Equitable Life Insurance Society facing distrust and potential receivership, but argues its recovery came from the character of founder Henry B. Hyde and national figures Grover Cleveland, Theodore Roosevelt, and the republic’s strength. It then notes Cornell University’s declining female enrollment amid rising overall attendance, contrasting 1900-01 and 1904-05 figures.

Equitable Life Insurance Society Henry B. Hyde Gibraltar Equitable Society Grover Cleveland Our Republic Ike Theodore Roosevelt Republic

Schurz Urges Republic To Be A Gentleman Nation

Madison June 22 Carl Schurz speaking at Wisconsin's commencement urged the republic to be a gentleman among nations. He warned against swashbuckler tactics, stressing strength with justice, conciliation, and benevolence over showy weaponry and pomp. He urged trust in schools over battles for enduring success.

Ohio Wesleyan appoints new president and awards honors

Rev Dr Herbert Welch is installed as Ohio Wesleyan University president at Delaware Ohio with the honorary Master of Arts to Mrs Cornelia Cole Fairbanks and Miss Mariana Young of Japan. The ceremony includes speeches by Bishop Spellmeyer Governor Herrick and university leaders. Separate Michigan commencement grants several honorary degrees including William Warner and William prova.

Delaware Ohio Hersbert Welch Methodist Episcopal Church Mount Vernon East Ohio Wesleyan University Aimple Henry Spelliyer Cincinnati Hunt Dennison University Granville Ohio College Myron Z. Herrick State of C. W. Fairbanks Rollin H. Walker Welch Iis Cornelia Cole Fairbanks Fairbanks Mariana Young Japan Guy Potter Benton Miami University Edwin Holt Hughes Depauw University Ann Arbor Mich University of Michigan Henry Pritchett Massachusetts Institute of Technology United States William Warner William Yay Bell Lick Oveervatory H Bryatete Taatietute of Technology

Johns Hopkins Tutor Ramsey Arrested in New York

M M Ramsey a Johns Hopkins University Spanish tutor was arrested in New York after a family quarrel prompted his departure from Baltimore. Magistrate Baker held him for twenty four hours on a vagrancy charge as Ramsey appeared in court seeking someone to care for him.

M. M. Ramsey Johns Hopkins New York Washington Post Polie Baltimore John T. Pogarty Central Office M M Ramsey Johns Hopkins University Ramsey Jan San Francisco Baker Jefferson Market

Death notices and political figures in June reports

Death of former Texas governor Frank B. Lubbock at ninety after a paralytic stroke. Lubbock, once on Jefferson Davis’s personal staff, died in Austin and will be buried there. Gen. Charles W Darling dies at Asbury Park after years with historical societies. Sgt John T Money marries Mary Lyles in Gurley Memorial Church with attendees from Washington and Maryland. Nebraska Supreme Court voids biennial election law, declaring all elections will be held as usual.

Texas Jefferson Davin Austin Tex Frank RB. Lubbock Lubbock Jefferson Davis Davis Utica N. J Charles W Darling Asbury Park John T. Money Eighth Precinct Mary Lyles Alexandria Gurley Memorial Church Washington Maryland Virginia Mr. Verbricken Nebraska Lincoln Nebr Supreme Court

Foss Plans to Observe Navy Expansion in the East

Chairman George E Foss of the House Naval Affairs Committee travels from Washington to Cambridge Harvard College for commencement then tours the Navy Department. He will observe Cavite and the new Olongapo station, study the East naval situation, and help shape next year’s naval policy and funding. He cites the Sea of Japan battle as a lesson in building big ships and trained crews.

George E Foss House Committee On Naval Affairs Washington Harvard College Navy Department Admiral Dewey Philippines Taft Foas Cavite Olongapo Naval Affairs Congress Hoa Orient Sea of Japan Mr. Foss Naval Farragut Roosevelt Foss Far East Department Hay Emperor William Naval Committee Henderson Foam Europe Manila Naval Committee of the House Cannon Tate Georgis Wada Iowa Dayton West Virginia United States Brandegee Connecticut Senate

President 15 Home Contends With Domestic Policy

A presidential address discusses practical policy over idealism, urging strong action on naval strength, Panama Canal keeping, and government supervision of industrial combinations and rail rates. It outlines support for the Monroe Doctrine and accountability in beef trust and Standard Oil inquiries.

Proper Training of Children in Roosevelt Speech Tour

President Roosevelt urged parents and teachers to train children for work and responsibility while visiting Adams North Adams Pittsfield and New Milford in Massachusetts Connecticut. He praised education and warned against indulgent kindness. An audience of thousands welcomed him and he cautioned about crowd safety along the train route.

New York Roosevelt North Adams Mass Massachusetter Aba Adams William 3. Plunkett Pittsfield Providence New Milford Conn Pragidert Nicholas Staub South Norwalk Bose

Norway at the Door Recognition 18 Probable

A Norwegian government, formed after Norway and Sweden split, seeks U S recognition. President Roosevelt will review the status for stability before acting. If Norway proves firm and peaceful, U S recognition is expected, with a legation to follow in Oslo and a Norwegian mission to Washington.

Norway United States Roosevelt Sweden Archbender Commerce State Department White House Oscar

Storm damage in Trenton unroofs mills and shops

A severe late afternoon storm hit Trenton New Jersey causing extensive damage. Homes and large structures suffered, including the Trenton Mills and Elevator Company plant, Watson Machine Shops, and Trinity Lutheran Schoolhouse unroofed. The event disrupted the city and surrounding areas.

Specinl Warrington Trenton N. J Trenton Mills and Elevator Company Watson Machine Shops Trinity Lutheran Church

Davenport Woman Refuses Catholic Bequest Conditions

Mrs Lucinda Ganson of Davenport declines a $40000 bequest from Charles Simpson of Sacramento because acceptance required her to convert to Catholicism. Gov Magoon reports Canal Zone yellow fever cases and a Florida murder chase in two brief items from the era.

Davenport Iowa Lucinda Ganson Charles Simpson Sacramento Cal Ganson Mr. Ganson Gov. Magoon Bureau of Insular Affairs Canal Zone James Morgan Panama Russell Viditor Felipe Echeverria Colon John RB Williams American

Local feud ends in murder suicide near Head's shop

In Griffin Georgia on June 22 Prentiss Chapman, a well known farmer near Head's shop, killed neighbor Tom Head then took his own life by slashing his throat with a razor. The feud between them sparked the tragedy.

Griffin Prentiss Chapman Head Tom Head Song

Railroad leadership shakeups and new projects across lines

Thomas N Hooper resigns as Coltex Northern president. Numerous appointments and resignations ripple through Lackawanna Ohio Centralines St Pauls Western Maryland and other railroads. New bridges wireless tests and managerial shifts plus a Pullman shop surge and crop outlook bolster the industry.

Thomas N. Hooper Coltex Northern W. N. Caven Lackawanna Chicago Thomas K. Work Ohio Centralines Columbus Hio

Money Paid to Mitchell Trial Testimony in Oregon Case

In Portland June 22 the examination of Judge Albert H Tanner continued in the United States Senate bribery trial of John H Mitchell. Prosecution shows Krebs paid Tanner checks and letters between Tanner and Mitchell about land department practices. Letters indicate Mitchell received a large share of net receipts and monthly funds. A letter noting Mitchell’s request for a copy of firm books was offered.

Tanner Oregon Portland Orey Albert H .Tanner United States John H Mitchell Frederick A. Krebs Senator Mitchell Mitchell Reba Te Washington

Militia at Delmar Track Looms Over Gambling

Gov Folk declared in St Louis that militia would be sent to Delmar track on Saturday if gambling continued there. He warned soldiers could batter gates to enter if needed and said arrests would follow if necessary, downplaying the chance of shootings.

Washington Post St Louis Gov Folk Frends St Lows Delmar

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