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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1905
Page
8
Richmond March 12. J Taylor Ellyson announces candidacy for lieutenant governor on the Democratic ticket amid growing support. Campaign plans include opening state headquarters, a grand convention banquet, and a busy weeks ahead as Democratic leaders anticipate a dramatic primary fight across the state.
Mary Louisa ears old dies in Hampton among Eliza Laas eight oldest residents. Survived by four sons and a daughter. Rev. George Cut Howin serves in W Va and Va, died at Tichwood after fall from a tree. W T Daoughs, Elizabeth City revenue commissioner, dies of heart disease. Dr. Benjamin Brook Templeis, physician, Confederate veteran, dies after long illness. survived by widow and son George Temple.
The body of John Dally, 35, a locomotive engineer, was found standing waist deep in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal opposite South Cumberland Maryland. A head wound bled, no valuables on him. Police suspect robbery. He had been paid and recently shopped for clothes. He was a nephew of Frank Moran, a walking boss for Bennett and Talbot contractors who built the Pinto tunnel.
The Montgomery County Republicans face a dilemma on nominations this summer under Crawford county rules requiring 25 from each candidate and 10 from each delegate. With 16 precincts totaling 160 delegates, a $1,600 deposit is needed. Leaders seek a cheaper plan, considering reducing delegates per district or condensing the convention. Some propose nominating a ticket at the convention and letting the ticket run in the regular primary. The Democratic system of free entry may be adopted if needed. The decision is under study by party managers with a likely ruling soon.
Special to The Washington Fest Laurel Md March 12 The Laurel postmaster appointment may come soon with B Timanus mayor of Laurel and mill superintendent a leading candidate Shaffer Jr Republican leader and ex postmaster Castle also active in race The post office appropriation bill favors Union veterans in appointments.
A mother describes curing her baby's yellow crust and itching on the scalp using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. After washing with the soap and applying the ointment, the scalp cleared following a few treatments. She has advised other mothers to use Cuticura for the same condition.
Richmond reports indicate little leaf tobacco remaining with rain having stored last year’s crop. Weekly sales reach 350000 pounds mostly common to medium grades, with top price 29. Lynchburg notes 469800 pounds—quality better but soft order pressuring prices amid rainy roads. Danville reports larger breaks as weather improves, old and new belt stocks selling unevenly, with medium grades weak but steady outside quotes. No hogshead transactions reported.
Washington Post special correspondence from City of Mexico outlines John Dwyer an American organizer of the Yaqui revolt. It portrays him as a mining engineer and mastermind behind a cooperative system enabling Yaqui fighters to sustain a long campaign. The piece discusses Dwyer’s unclear aims, Mexican government reactions, and potential American involvement if Diaz dies.
United States Marshal took John B Beaupre a sailor from Norfolk to Lynn Massachusetts to face federal charges for robbing a sack of registered mail on the armored cruiser West Virginia. Beaupre confessed blaming whisky and claimed an accomplice carried out the robbery while post office authorities search for the accomplice. He joined the navy after the crime and was traced via letters to his mother.
Spectator reports in West Virginia Junction near Piedmont Rev. Charles H. Cannon baptized three candidates in icy water. A large hole in the ice collapsed, plunging ten onlookers into the river. all were rescued after a tense incident. Witnesses included Miss Daisy Alderton Charles Garber and Owen Bowles. Special to The Washington Post.
Special to The Washington Fest Rockville Md March 12 The funeral of Mr A Henson Bean who died at his home near Bethesda this county of a complication of troubles took place at 2 oclock this afternoon from St Johns Catholic Church at Forest Glen a large number of people attending Rev Charles O Rosensteel pastor of the church conducted the services The interment was in St Johns Cemetery Cumberland Md March 12 A son of Martin Thompson at Long near Elkins W Va was burned to death yesterday His clothing caught fire from an open grate and the flames completely enveloped the boy who lived but a few minutes.
A Washington Post Burnau item notes two incidents in Alexandria. A nighttime arson attempt on Carter Bros. stable failed with minor fire spread. Hillary Brown was jailed on suspicion. Two Miss Ponnet sisters were mugged on Duke Street extended. coins scattered, assailant fled. Community notices include Hayes of Glass Bottle Blowers visit, union events, church services, and local militia activity.
A boastful advertisement describes Dr Shoop Restorative as a cure for indigestion and related ailments by removing the underlying cause. It offers free booklets and a dollar bottle with no risk, directing readers to request Book 1 on Dyspepsia and other titles by mailing Box A146 in Racine Wisconsin.
Fire destroyed the bank barn on J. Howard Poe’s Guilford station farm on the Western Maryland Railroad. Eleven thoroughbred horses and thirty eight registered cattle died in the blaze along with hay, feed, machinery, and a large straw stack. Smoke and odor were noted a mile away. Officials suspect incendiary origin. losses are heavy and only partly insured.
Miss Lillian Isadore Porter wed Walter Ernest Cross an artilleryman at Fort Monroe. The ceremony was at the bride’s home performed by Rev A J Porter. Cross works as company tailor at the fort and is an electrician. They will reside in Phoebus.
In Newport News Virginia University of Virginia faced a crushing defeat at the Casino Theater. Local team overmatched the Cavaliers who mustered only ten points to Newport News's twenty seven as the game concluded in a fast hard fought contest.
Cumberland Md March 12 P J F Maher formerly proprietor of Union Hotel South Cumberland and an experienced locomotive engineer has been selected by the Civil Service Commission to work on the Panama Canal He will run a locomotive Maj Sylvester at Harpers Ferry Harpers Ferry W Va March 12 Maj J Richard Sylvester chief of police of Washington DC and Mrs Sylvester arrived at Harpers Ferry today and are guests of Mr S W Lightner at White cottage
Special to The Washington. Mrs. May Fulton, wife of Berefiliame Walton and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chaffer of Washington, D C, fell today while climbing through a fence and broke her ankle. The incident occurred in Laurel, Maryland, with medical attention sought at once.
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