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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1907

Page

2

Guilt on Orchard brooded over grievance in mine case

Boise June 25 direct defense testimony focused on Harry Orchard and Frank Steunenberg. Orchard denied hating Steunenberg over the Hercules mine and said he sold his interest two years earlier. Defense plans to introduce witnesses asserting Orchard threatened to kill Steunenberg amid the Hercules dispute.

Haywood Hercules Idaho Boise William D. Haywood Harry Orchard Frank Steunenberg Orchard K. C. Sterling Independence Sterling Steunenberg Hial F. R. Redd Cripple Creek Goldfield, Nev Charles A. Sullivan Brown Hotel Denver Redd Mihers’ Hall Sullivan John Neville Gripple St

Cripple Creek Mining Trial Ties Unrest to Orchard Statements

The trial reveals Orchard repeatedly claimed he would be rich if not for Stémenterg and that he intended to kill Bim.oe Witnesses Federation Men. Testimony shows connections between union leaders at Cripple Creek and the Western Federation of Miners. A bloodhound incident and a psychological study by Harvard's Hugo Munsterburg are noted in court.

Weetern Federation of Miners Ana Sullivan R Haywood Moyer Cripple Creek del Lh McGee Coeur dAtenes Orchard Wallace Idaho Crippie Creek Sterling Mine Owners’ Association Independence DP. C Scott Florence Independence Station Colorado Springs Peter Steve Adams Colorado Hugo Munsterburg Harvard University

Obituaries Notice of several Maryland area deaths 1907

Death notices for Louise Murdock Keith Hugh Kiernan Jennie Lewis Richard Murphy Harry E Owens Mary J Schofield Margaret M Shaw list dates June 1907, places Baltimore Washington Alexandria Langdon and Cleveland Park with funeral times and cemeteries including Forest Glen Rock Creek Be Named vaults and St Jerome s Church Hyattaville and Columbus Street addresses.

Keith Street Louise Murdock Keith Lette William D Father Towers St. Jerome's Church Hyattaville Forest Glen Cemetery Maryland T Shewis Jennie Lewis A. G. Prevost Murphy Wayne, Pa Richard Dennis Annie E. Murphy New Cathedral Cemetery Philadelphia Owens Harry E H. T. Owens Annie R. Owens White Twenty-first Baltimore Langdon D. C Rock Creek Schofield Mary J. Schofield Arsemus Schofield Columbus Street Alexandria Shaw W. C. Shaw Cleveland Park Margaret M. Shaw

Funeral Directors and Embalmers Listings

A densely packed notice lists multiple funeral directors and embalmers with their addresses and phone numbers including Thos. S. Sergeen successor to R. S. Cain at 10M 7th St NW, T. A. Costello & Bro at 12 H Street NE, Frank Geier's Sons at 1113 Seventh St NW, John R. Wright Co at 1537 Tenth St NW, J. William Lee at 332 Pennsylvania Ave NW, WM. H. Sardo & Co at 408 H Street NE, George P. Zarhorst at 901 East Capitol St, Hindle & Bayliss at 5th and H M, all providing funeral services, chapels, embalming, and livery connections with various telephone numbers referenced.

Thos. S. Sergeon R. S. Cain 7Th St T. A. Costello & Bro H Street Frank Geier’s Sons Seventh St John R. Wright Co Tenth St. Nw J. William Lee Pennsylvenia Ave George P. Zarhorst Funers East Capitol Hindle & Bayliss

Miss Louise Schmitt Robbed and Attacked in Flat

New York report says Miss Louise Schmitt returned to 668 Melrose Avenue ground floor flat at 11 o'clock and, after eating lunch, was seized by two Black men. One hit her with a revolver, others bound her with a towel gag, then they searched the house and escaped through a side window. She recovered with a doctor’s aid after a neighbor heard her screams.

Washington New York Louise’ Schmitt Melrose Avenue Bfe Miss Schmitt Lizzie Gehder

Licensed to Marry List of Couples and Clergy

A lengthy roster of licenses to marry with names of bride and groom ages plus officiating reverends, many pairs linked to Petersburg and Richmond areas. The document lists dozens of couples, some with multiple names and authorities, reflecting a broad register of upcoming marriages and associated clergy.

Health Office Record Deaths Reported June 24 1907

Death notices list Bettie O Jenkins age 71 of 640 Park Road Adeline F King age not stated 634 Lat se Autrey M Skiles at Geo Wash Hospital 26 years James BrambrickInsane Hospital 68 years Infant of Rubin and Ida Aronson unnamed at Georgetown University Hospital Lilian Soper at Georgetown Hospital George and Bits George Washington Daly Hospital and others noted with unclear details

Bettie O. Jenkins Park Road Adeline F. King Autrey M. Skiles Geo. Wash John Gov Heep Rubin Ida A. Aronson Lilian Soper Georgetown Ucle George & Bits Geo Wash. Daly Yen

Mark Twain Honored at London Pilgrims Dinner in England

Mark Twain was guest of Principal at a dinner for old graduates in London. A plaster statue of Twain in Pilgrim robes sat at the table as verses by Owen Seaman were read. Guests included Augustine Birrell and many MPs. Birrell toasted Twain, who replied of his moralist label and England’s placards about him.

Mark Yune Merk Mark Twain England Twain Owen Seaman Purch Marke Twain Halcyon Neas Hirrel Medleea Edward United States Birrell Samuel L. Clemens Clemens

Forgers Obtain 80000 in Bank Payouts

Harbin reports a revolutionist dressed as a Frontier Guards officer cashed a forged check at the Russo-Chinese Bank, earlier payments totaling 50000 were made on forged papers. The recipient fled with the money.

Morgan Poster Compliments Morgan on London Exhibit

London posters feature a giant portrait of J Pierpont Morgan advertising a business exhibition opening at Olympia on July 4. The poster bears no name or identifying mark, yet conveys Morgan’s prominent status in American commerce.

London Washington Post America The Olympia Olympia.’ ‘On July 4. the Poster Consists of” A Huge Portrait of Mr. Morgan

Thieves Plot to Steal $50 Million From Government Office

Fragmentary OCR reports a gigantic plot to loot government funds in Tschita District, Washington DC. The article mentions a $50,000,000 target and alleges a tunnel dug to reach a safe. Details are unclear and corrupted.

Atschita Dis

Test in the federal era yesterday

Fragmentary OCR reads test in the federal era yesterday with damaged wording and unclear details. No clear event, persons, or organizations are identifiable from the readable text.

Federal

Chinese Revolt Grows Reported Near Canton

In Itoria British Columbia on June 2 reports say rebel forces move toward Canton as ships arrive from Hongkong. The steamer from Japan brought news of the upheaval and a flotilla of rebel expeditions appears to be gathering in coastal districts.

Itoria British Columbia Ugeca Hongkong Japan

Japan pressures China over Manchuria lumber dispute

An Osaka era report states Japan is coercing China to resume negotiations over timber rights in Manchuria. Peking has asked for talks aimed at reaching an agreement. Gen Kojima, head of the timber bureau, is levying a quarter of timber, with thousands of rafted logs held up as 16,000 lumber workers mobilize in An-tung amid fears of a broader order.

Manchuria Brite Detion China Wat Peking Yalug River Kojima Timber Bureau Antung

Seven die in New York tenement collapse during excavation

Debris from a Walker and Lafayette street tenement collapse killed seven people, six of them Torchino family members, with the father and mother among the injured. Contractor George Blumenthal was arrested for homicide as rescue crews cleared tons of debris after alarms from two younger occupants who warned others. Dozens fled into the streets as the building gave way during ex cavations for a neighboring project.

New York Fersone Q Hospital Jacob “Reigler Walker and Lafayettes Moses Taylor Daya Tony ‘Torphino Mamie Torchino Lilie Torchino Fred Torchino Susie Torchino Edward Torchino Cosmo Belucci Tomasso Amelia Torchino George George Blumenthal Lasse

Wilson seeks to end eating clubs at Princeton

Special to The Washington Post reports President Woodrow Wilson plans to abolish Princeton University eating clubs. The move sparks strong opposition from students and alumni with Ivy Club member Tracy Harris noting sentiment is broadly against abolition and questioning the intended social aims behind ending the clubs.

Washington. Post New York Woodrow’ Wilson Princeton Haa Tracy Hs Harris Wiliams@réet Ivy Club Wilson Harrig

New York June Weather and Railway News Preview

The item notes a June publication and upcoming events related to Mrs Whitela and the Grand Trunk Railway. It mentions tourist prospects for the year and previews seasonal openings, with regions described as filled and parks ready for summer use.

New York Peat Mrs. Whitela Cotte

Limit.ion War Booty and Vatican Conference Notes

Fragmentary report covers a British naval proposition on neutrality and convoy rules, plus Roosevelt rumors about Vatican participation. Also lists Catholic bishops signing a Fremantle address to conference president Neidof.

Roosevelt Rome Paris Vatican William Henry Fremantle M. Neiidof J. J. Keane Dubinus Towa I. Hogan Kansas 5. McGorrick Duluth N. A. Gallagher Galveston T. Honacum Lincoln Nebr C. van Deven Natchitoches P. A. Garrigan Sioux City James A. McFill Trenton

Carnegie at The Hague visits site for Palace of Peace

Mr and Mrs Carnegie with government commission head Visited The Hague site for the Palace of Peace financed by Carnegie. They met Foreign Minister Van Kar Neberk and Russian minister Nelidoff, with luncheon and reception for the Carnegie couple.

Polk Attacks Higher Education of Negroes in the South

Dr William M Polk a noted New York physician and Cornell dean spoke at Sewanee University exercises. He condemned higher education for Black people in the South, arguing it would produce an inferior result. He contrasted Black and white educational outcomes, suggesting a lack of alignment with white society.

Polk Corte Washington Post Chattanooga Tenn William M. Polk New York Cornell University Cormmer-Stone University of the South Sewanee South

Policeman Foils Elopement Plot in Brooklyn Basement

A Brooklyn patrolman spotted a bright light from the basement of 835 Madizon Street and investigated a suspected elopement scheme. He uncovered details promising a plan involving Miss Floyd Linn and her family, prompting further inquiry.

Washington Post New York Atreet Brooklyn Floyd Linn

Consul Quits Amid Accusations In New York

A French consul resigns following accusations against a 38 year old man in New York. Mary Pinefgen, year old, lodged a complaint with police officer John Anglin. The case involved inmunity of the consulate building under treaty. Officials including Mayor Me delen and Commissioner Bingham reviewed the matter and the consul received apologies.

New York Mary Mabray Rangisco John Anglin Anglin Soane Ain

Winters keep up struggle and Albert denies wept before Clemenceau

Marcelin Albert leader of the wine growers movement faces a big crowd in Argelliers France as he claims he did not weep in front of Premier Clemenceau after a Paris interview. He says he will leave decisions to federated delegates while delegates decide to press on with the movement and set minimum demands amid a stormy two hour session and continued unrest.

Argelliers France Marcelin Albert Clemenceau Paris Albert M. Albert Federated Committees Montpelier Cahn Wrue

Tar Paint Factory Fire Leaves Destruction In Cumberland

Special to The Washington Post reports a tar explosion at the Fort Cumberland Paint Manufacturing Co factory in Cumberland on June 25. The blaze destroyed the engine house of South Cumberland Hose Company No 4, a double frame house owned by Fr Mertefia Sotis, and damaged surrounding properties. Losses total about 5,500 with no insurance. Michael Diehl, the paint mixer, is said to be fatally burned.

Washington Post Cumberland Fort Cumberland “Paint Manufacturing Company South Cumberland Hose Company No. 4 Mertefia -Sotis Michael Diehl

Broker Bribe-Giver Convicted in Pittsburg Case

Charles R. Richardson a broker was found guilty in Criminal Court today of conspiring with Harvey P. Bostaph Joseph Flaherty and J H Mitholand to bribe Pittsburg councilmen to pass the Pittsburg and Tube City Railroad franchise ordinance The charge claimed Richardson furnished C 70 000 to Cameron president of the railroad to influence council members The money vanished leading to charges against W A Martin Milholland Flaherty Cameron and others

Pittsburg Pray Charles R. Richardson Harvey P. Bostaph Joseph Flaherty J. H. Mitholand Pittsburg and Tube City Richardson C. 8 Cameron Pittsburg and Tube City Railroad W. A. Martin J. H. Milholland

Debate on peers bill reshapes Lords role in Britain

London June 25 The House of Commons resumes debate on premier regulation for the Lords with Arthur Hamilton Lee arguing the Commons cannot govern all. Attorney General Walton defends Bannerman action saying the resolution defines the Lords place as a chamber of review rather than abolition.

Washington ‘Post London House of Commons House of Lords Arthur’ Hamilton Lee Hampshire Flouse of Commons United States Senate Walton Lee Atorney Bannerman

Protection for Roosevelt at McKinley monument dedication

Justice Day urged Governor Harris to mobilize the entire National Guard for Canton when the McKinley monument is dedicated. He said the State must protect President Roosevelt, the guest of honor, and spoke with strong conviction while avoiding details of any specific threat.

Washington Columbus Ohio William &R. Day Associated Justice of the United States Supreme Court Day Harris National Guard Canton Roosevelt McKinley Memorial Association

Vanderbilt Cody's Host Special Feature

Special report from Newport outlines Cody's appearance and performance with music and guest acts. Mentions figures such as R. L. Jurie and Buffalo Sandy Point, with references to Hs a William Hunter and John. Details are fragmented but indicate a local showcasing event with notable participants.

Washington Post Newport R. L. Jurie C. Ww Cody Buffalo Sandy Point Hs A. William R. ‘Hunter

Fj Brewing Capitol St Washington Ga Brief Ad

Fj Brewing in Georgia advertise Capitol Street Washington contact numbers Bast 1431 and 703-708 for services and inquiries.

Fj Brewing Capitol St. Washington

Hannas on Freight Boat Special to The Washington Post

Report from Cleveland Ohio describes the Hanna family planning a special train to Ravenna after disembarking with their son, aiming to return home with his wife and settle finances. They expect further travel to Newport or Atlantic City and Hanna faces a near five hundred dollar fee for rest.

Washington Post Cleveland Ohio Ravenna Neee Newport Atlantic City Hanna

Lisbon political parties push for national congress

A Lisbon news dispatch reports Conservative and Progressive forces united against the government favor a national congress to address the constitutional question. The government has ordered all Republican clubs closed.

Washington Post London Dispatch Lisbon national_ congress

Unclear OCR Note Found North of Tong Residence

Fragmentary report describes an incident two miles north of the Tong residence with a person pinned and ground damaged. Details are incomplete and names or precise actions are not recoverable from the unreadable text.

Crown Prince George of Servia Narrowly Escapes Death

Berlin report from Tageblatt says Crown Prince George of Servia narrowly escaped death while steering his boat on the river near the Hungarian shore. Customs officials signaled him to stop and allow inspection, prompting a tense moment as his vessel drifted past.

Berlin Belgrade George of Servia Amine

Fushimi Sails For Home From Bequimalt

British cruiser Monmouth sails from Haquimalt in British Columbia to escort Prince Fushimi to Japan. A squadron of warships will meet the Monmouth off the Japanese coast to complete the return voyage.

Bequimalt Ritah Columbia Jie Japan Haquimalt Monmouth Chine Warmips

Bankhead for Full Term in Alabama Senate

Alabama news reports Bankhead poised to win the balance of the Morgan term with no administration opposition after a conference with Governor and Lt. Governor Gray. In Birmingham, the Davidson faction of Alabama Republicans plans a state conference to oppose Roosevelt’s choice and back Fairbanks or Knox if needed.

Washington Post Montgomery Ala John H. Bankhead John T. Morgan Senate Bankhead Henry B. Gray Birmingham Als Davidson Republican Party Alabama Julius L. Davidson W. F. Aldrichs State Committee of Organization Roosevelt Fairbanks Knox

King Edward Hosts Levee at St James Palace

London June 25 King Edward held the levees of the season at St James Palace with Indian mutiny veterans as a striking feature. The second group of mutiny survivors, including seventy officers with thirty three generals, attended in full dress. Ambassador Whitelaw Reid and Pierpont Morgan were among the guests.

Pierpont Morgan St. James Palace London Edward Evelyn Wood Whitelaw Reid Henry C. Cook J. Fierpont Morgan Teves

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