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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1907

Page

5

Mrs Sage to Direct Russell Sage Foundation Gift

Mrs. Sage to give ten million dollars to the Russell Sage Foundation and will serve as a trustee. An annual income of about four hundred fifty thousand dollars will fund initial investigation and then support existing charities and broad social improvements. Hubert W. DeForest noted she plans active involvement and will seek practical public benefit rather than individual aid.

Washington Post New York Russell Sage Foundation DeForest

Funeral for Capt. Francis F. McCathran of Fifth Precinct

Funeral services for Captain Francis F. McCathran of the Fifth precinct will be held at his home 311 Tenth Street Southeast tomorrow at 2 PM. Superintendent Sylvester ordered two sergeants and thirty-two privates to report to Inspector F. E. Crosa and Acting Captain Anderson. The department lauded his thirty-eight years of service and devoted duty, while noting the decision on his successor is pending out of respect for the veteran officer.

Francis F. McCathran Fifth Precinct Tenth Street Sylvester F. E. Crosa Anderson McGathran McCathran NG Ann Maj. Sylvester

Soldier Under Arrest In Washington for Horse Theft

George B. Cleavis trooper of the Thirteenth Cavalry was arrested in Washington after attempting to pawn a gray horse claimed to be Harrington Stables property of Alexandria. He also admitted hiring two horses and a runabout from the Alexandria stables the previous day. Cleavis, detained at Sixth precinct, may be taken to Alexandria. authorities say he overstayed a three day pass.

George B. Cleavis Thirteenth Cavalry Myer Washington Harrington Stables Alexandria Central Office Helan and McNamee Frank Downs Cleavis Four Mile Run Cleavin

National stage star Mantell to perform Shakespeare week

National Robert Mantell arrives at the New National Theater for a week of Shakespeare, offering Macbeth Othello The Merchant of Venice King Lear and Julius Caesar with Mantell in key roles. Belasco Theater features Playing the Game and The Walls of Jericho with top actors including Hackett Sutro and Frobisher. Other bills include Gallagnes with Julia Sanderson and The Champagne Girls at Lyceum with a star cast.

Robert Mantell San Mr. Mantell New National Theater Mr. Mantel Romeo Hamiet Jusius Caesar Brutus Chase Too-Soon Gallagnes Barrett Julia Sanderson Estelle Vordette Julia Ganderson New York Estelle Wordetts and Company Catskills Majestic Harry Jimeison Lilian Hoerlein Edward B. Adams Ollie Omega Edward Bretman Florence Clements Magda H. Foy Beaste Bartell Richard Bartlett James Devine Lyceum New Lyceum Theater

Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges Offer for Bad Breath Causes

To Owners of Bad Breath Trial package offered to prove lozenges stop bad breath and belching. The ad claims charcoal absorbs odors and gases, improves complexion, and acts as a laxative. Readers are urged to request a free sample by mail from The F. A. Stuart Co in Marshall Michigan.

Stuart Addrean F. A. Stuart Co Stuart Bldg Marshall, Mich

Roycroft founder Elbert Hubbard to lecture at Columbia Theater

Elbert Hubbard editor of Philistine Magazine and Little Journeys will speak on The Spirit of the Times at the Columbia Theater on Tuesday March 19 at 4 30 PM. Hubbard, famed Roycroft leader, is considered a premier stylist and orator in America attracting many pilgrims to Exet Aurora annually.

Columbia Elbert Hubbard Philisting Magazine Little Journey Roycrofters Spirit of the Times Columbia Theater Hubbard America Exet Aurora

McKay Desires Death Amid Murder Charge in Jail

William H. McKay, jailed in Rockville charged with murdering his mother in law Mrs. Mary Lang, grows weak and despondent. He sleeps poorly and eats little, his nervous state described as pitiable. He reportedly wishes to die and jailkeepers guard him closely to stop self harm while officials expect a possible confession soon.

Washington Post Rockville William H. McKay Mary Lang McKay

R E Jackson seeks divorce over missing wife in early Washington trip

Renfro Be. Jackson, commercial agent for Mono route, seeks a divorce from Mrs. Mary Speer Jackson. He alleges she left Atlanta February 2 without notice, claimed to visit Washington, then Baltimore for an operation and Indianapolis last heard. He notes the absence of Charles Creelman, son of Chicago magnate, and mentions family ties to Gen I R Jackson and Justice Speer.

Washington Post Atlanta Renfro BE. Jackson Mono Mary Speer Jackson Indianapolis Creelman Birmingham Jackson Washington Mr. Creelman Ua Jackson I. R. Jackson Savannah United States Russia Mexico Justice Speer Emory Speer

Hotels list of guests across major cities in 1900s

The article catalogs hotel entries in Baltimore Boston New York Philadelphia Chicago Pittsburgh and other cities, naming numerous guests by name and residence. It notes a distribution change for the 20th Century Cigars with W A Holt handling Washington and Baltimore.

W. A. Holt Pennsylvania Avenue Washington Baltimore Naples Hscort C. Clark New York AM. Hicks Fat. Ty D.C

Death of Philanthropist Mayer Linked to $200000 GWU Gift

The Washington businessman Theodore Mayer 61 died after eight weeks illness. A Swiss immigrant and longtime partner at W M Galt & Co he donated 200000 to George Washington University. He led Swiss Benevolent Association, sat on several boards, and planned cremation per his wishes. Funeral from 4 B Street Southeast, tomorrow at 1 o clock.

Theodore Mayer Washington Mr. Mayer Frm W. M. Galt & Co Switzerland America Friedrichnhafén Germany Mayer W. M. Galt Susan Florian Hitz Albert Theodore Mayer Swiss Benevolent Association Central National Bank Artshe-Tnion Trust Company Eastern Disposary and Casualty Hospital Molsond George Washington University Tomorrover

Railroads Face Deepening Crisis As Legislation Looms

The article reports financiers alarm over anti-railroad legislation and a looming business downturn. George J. Gould predicts severe mood decline unless lawmakers curb restrictive measures, while J. P. Morgan’s planned Washington visit signals Wall Street fear of bond and stock restrictions.

George J. Gould Gould Morgan J. P. Morgan Metropolitan Club Wall Street Paul Morton Washington Nel United States

Railroads face tighter charges and dividend doubt

The article notes that new legislation forces railroads to cut concessions to travelers and seek ways to balance profits. Missouri Pacific's Mr. Gould mentions potential earnings of eight to twelve percent and states the usual dividend may be paid though nothing is assured. He defends the Washington conference as aligning public and railroad interests against oppressive policy.

Washington Missouri Pacific West Gould Wall Street Mr. Gould

Railroad Head Angers as Consols Slump Strains Markets

London reports a sharp fall in consol prices amid government purchases for the sinking fund. Analysts cite Boer war debt, municipal loan competition, and American bill maturities as causes. Wall Street jitters and speculation prompt fears of a broader crash, while editors dismiss conferences as useless and call for sound finance.

Washington London Mar United States Bank of England New York Stock Exchange Wall Street Morning Post Railroad Administration

Hill warns rails will raise rates to fund service

In St Paul President James J Hill of the Great Northern tells a Senate committee Minnesota railroads face possible bankruptcy unless rates rise to maintain service. He predicts increases will start in the East, impacting Northwest lines later. Omaha Vice President Mohler calls anti-railroad campaigns a prelude to panic and cites Union Pacific loan troubles and retrenchment as self defense.

St. Paul Mina Mar Northwest James J. Hill Great Northern Railroad Senate

Four Hurt In Terra Cotta Wreck Still In Hospitals

In the Halti more and Ohio Railroad disaster of December 907 only four remain in Washington hospitals. Several seriously injured have been discharged recently while others were able to leave in the past days. Elisabeth Kunlo gothic fracture slows recovery at Providence Hospital. Clarence Proctor at George Washington Hospital with two broken legs recovering slowly. Jona Kunld improving steadily at Casualty Eisele after compound fractures of both legs. J Morkling at Freedmen’s Hospital near discharge. Ballot in Providence today records no change in the thirty sixth ballot for United States Senator.

Washington Elisabeth Kunlo Lfe Providence Hospital Clarance A. Proctor George Washington Hospital Jona A. Kunld Casualty Eisele J. Morkling Freedmen’s Hospital

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