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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
47
Princeton wrestlers defeated Correll in a four to two bout sequence. The contest featured multiple close exchanges as the Tigers pushed for control and secured victory through decisive pins and takedowns.
Fragmented text mentions race on the Potomac and medals awarded to wingers, with unclear names and details. The readable parts suggest a sports item about crew events and medals, but many words are garbled.
Fragmentary sporting column notes NYU athletes shine in a dual meet with New York University routing opponents by a wide margin. Mentions include Newman and a Olympic crew reference, plus local notices about vendota pharmacy ad placement and nearby services.
In a dramatic late night pursuit a fugitive fled toward a boat as two men Jim McCuen and Wrank Willis aged 22 attempted escape from a dredge site. A pistol battle ensued with Smoot and colleagues, the two men were captured while a bystander fled toward the channel. Police later arrested the pair and charged them with larceny as the investigation continued.
A bill introduced by Delegate James Ro Caton advances to create Botomac town in Vexanthta County near Washington. The measure, already approved by both houses, sets mayor, clerk, treasurer and six councilmen with terms until September 1. It specifies a 2060 bond for the treasurer and 1000 for the sergeant, plus a special tax up to 30 cents per 100 valuation. A residents’ meeting discussed extending Alexandria Electric Company lines into the town for lighting.
A cotton mill in the northern section of the city was damaged by fire with losses running into thousands. The blaze struck the Dickey Building along the South Yadkin River, prompting police to suspect arson as investigators work to determine the extent of the damage and value of destroyed property. Lodger charged with theft of $240 linked to the case. meanwhile Danville votes set for April 16 on liquor licensing.
Tibbetts, boatswain of the Kilpatrick, was discharged by U S Commissioner A C Garrett after a Norfolk hearing found little evidence. Special to The Washington Post. Bailey, former boatswain, testified he loaded rope aboard the Greeks on Tibbetts orders. Tibbetts denies knowledge. Bailey and suspect Grant are tied to the rope theft case awaiting grand jury action.
The Virginia general assembly enrolled 409 bills awaiting the governor's signature. The governor must sign or veto within five days, else laws take effect automatically. Over 300 measures were left unacted in committee rooms, while extension of assembly sessions from sixty to ninety days was urged as a reason.
Front Royal Virginia March 12 at the third annual banquet of the Front Royal River-ton Board of Trade President L Johnson of the Norfolk and Western Railway Company was guest of honor. Johnson spoke on Railroad Transportation and Good Roads urging against further radical railroad legislation until current laws are tested and repealed He called for replacing gross earnings taxation with a tax on railroad receipts.
A Baltimore Wall Paper Company employee, Tillerman George Hanauer, crawling through smoke to save Lieutenant McNeal from a burning building’s elevator shaft, jumped into the cellar with a rope and dragged the unconscious officer to safety as flames raged. McNeal survived with injuries, while Hanauer sustained injuries in the rescue. The incident occurred at 618 Went Baltimore Street as fire crews fought the blaze, with damage estimated between 1000 and 4000 dollars.
A young woman about twenty and a man with aliases were arrested in Durham NC after attempting to pass bogus ten dollar notes. The woman carried several unsuccessful payment attempts and genuine notes were found on her. The man fled but was later captured. authorities say large quantities of fake notes circulated locally.
Judge Alton G Dayton orders Bush receiver for Western Maryland Railroad to collect all accounts and debts tied to the Davis Coal and Coke Company operation. Benjamin Richmond of Cumberland filed the petition. Ansy to continue business as coal department and apply surplus revenue to mortgage and trust estate of the Western Maryland Railroad.
Hartington borough to March 1 reports a crowd of about 200 welcomed Senator George B Keezell and Delegate PB Good for securing an appropriation to establish a State normal school at Harrisonburg. At the station they were met by the mayor, board of trade delegates, county officers, and a large civic following as a band, military company, and fire department joined the procession to the assembly hall for felicitations.
Special to The Washington Point Richmond VA March Arthur Stamp sixteen years old and a Lafayette College graduate is under arrest for attempting to cash a forged check on Planters National Bank. The check bore the name Ho Whittock, who denies the signature. Stamp claims birth and upbringing in New York and that he has lived in Richmond since September.
Special to The Washington Post reports two women claiming to be John R. Carter’s wives confronted him in Baltimore Police Court where he was held on bigamy charges. He was captured with wife No 2 in Richmond on Thursday during a second honeymoon. The first marriage was June 30, 194, to Viola McCormick. he left her last Tuesday, then wed Ida Lebrun at East Baltimore Station Methodist Church, with Reverend Harry D Mitchell presiding in the presence of two witnesses.
The Merchants and Manufacturers Association of Baltimore reports engineers deem a Cheapeake bridge practicable and financing feasible. The plan would connect Baltimore with the Eastern Shore, boosting commerce and delivering returns on the required expenditures.
Special to The Washington Post Norfolk March 13 Search by police continues for the missing jewelry of Mrs J Fleet. It disappeared aboard the Closajeake steamer from Baltimore to Norfolk Tuesday night. Mrs Fleet left valuables in a trunk in her room. the window was found open next morning. Jewelry, an indorsed New York bank check and another check were missing along with money. The captain was informed but no arrest made.
Washington N War 11 The leaders of the recent race riot at Belhaven two of whom are white and the other Negroes have been arrested and are being brought to Washington to meet on a special train under guard of the Washington Light Infantry. Funds have been raised to aid in gunning down the mob members and Solicitor Ward of the district is on the scene to protect legal interests. Some Greek laborers have returned north fearing further trouble but most are persuaded to return to company quarters. The Greeks wounded in the riot will recover.
A well known South Carolina businessman, Joe Fisher, allegedly argued over a business matter with Robert Ist on a street near a saloon. Fisher fired several shots, killing Ist instantly as he fled. Deputies pursued Fisher into the mountains overnight. the sheriff’s posse continued search efforts.
Fractional claims emerge as Berlin financier Lanier and others seek about a quarter of one percent of a contested Friedberg estate valued near zero. The saga touches inheritance tax, capital, and lingering questions about ownership and family estate status.
Obituaries from Virginia papers report multiple deaths including Leewh re Ma Oha kman of Les ora Med, aged mid eighties, and her husband. Also listed are Mrs Tay lor of Triard Mo Taylor, former Richmond mayor, and Levi vctaturt, veteran of World Wars, all noted with brief family survivors. Other notices include Elizabeth A Schulte, aged seventy five, and John W Schultz, with limited survivor details.
Laray Campbell, 13, daughter of Robert J Campbell of Lartay, died from burns after her clothing caught fire beside a garden blaze. Her siblings tried to douse the flames with water, but she burned severely and died within hours.
A compact notice lists recent book arrivals with brief descriptions. It highlights Old Wives for New by David Graham Phillips as a bold social expose and notes other works from Scribner, Century, and Thompson, with terse summaries of each book’s theme and era.
Special report from The Wa hieg on P et Murnington states no foundation for a resort front or management shakeup. Second Vice President Jom Ro Wwens of the Atlantic Coast Line clarifies Chief Executive Officer WA star remains, and Seaboard Air Line is not set to become general manager of the Atlantic Coast Line.
Bristol Tenn March 13 The Washington Post special says Postmaster Charles H Wilson replies to charges of immorality and neglect of duty aimed at ousting him. He brands the accusations as malicious falsehoods and says he will pursue a full investigation. The piece mentions Miss Ida Duncan.
St Petersburg March 13 Britain urges a permanent governor for Macedonia. Sir Edward Grey presents the plan and hopes for careful consideration. The foreign office declines to preempt reply but indicates Ras Tafan may back Britain. Doubts remain about persuading the Porte to accept the proposal.
The Memento reports an Italian politician holds another letter from the Kaiser advising King Victor Emmanuel to cultivate good relations with Great Britain to initiate a movement toward curtailing armaments. The letter will soon be published.
The Norwegian cabinet will resign after the Storthing rejected socialist and radical motions of lack of confidence. The ministers will advise the King to summon radical Gunnar Knudsen to form a new cabinet, as coalition support is not acceptable to the ministers.
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