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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1910
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR notes recount presentations and applause at a suffrage gathering. References to speakers, places, and dates are tangled, with scattered lines mentioning a woman named Aber and a Pontat or Warton event, plus intermittent applause and audience reactions.
A fragmentary report describes troops firing on peasants near a rail line, killing several and wounding many. Faint references mention violence by Lapa and Kin-ef and a large crowd, with chaos and fires observed as soldiers moved through the area.
The fragment describes a dubious claim for a Pile Cure product with supposed trial packaging and references to relief, pricing, and an event. It mentions an address and names in a garbled fashion, but the text is largely unintelligible and contains marketing language without verifiable details.
The Aero Club of France submitted to the minister of public works a plan regulating airborne traffic. No aeroplane or airship may fly closer than 100 feet to people or property, nor remain below 100 feet over inhabited areas without approval. They must avoid towns unless authorized and explosives are restricted to small shot and sporting cartridges. Protective measures include marking wires every 10 feet and pennants or lights on tall structures to warn aviators.
Washington art exhibit opens with lecture by Prince William and Brinton critique of American art lacking a national esthetic consciousness. Foreword notes European influences and the ready made trend over genuine American tradition. Americans see themselves as unsatisfied with the refined works, favoring a homogenous national style emerging with time.
An article laments financial collapse among American artists and arts groups. It recalls Millet and The Angelus, noting patrons refusing purchases and artists starving yet producing their best work. The piece argues poverty spurs creativity while institutions fail to support artists.
Curious cane owned by the British naval secretary Spee prompts debate in Parliament over the War Office pay and hours at Woolwich Arsenal. Deputations demand abolition of piecework in cartridge loading. Myr Huteane warns of dangers, while a corditewalking stick is described as a symbol of unrest.
Prolonged negotiations between South Wales coal owners and workers break down, with a strike of 490000 miners demanded starting March 31. The action could affect about 1,000,000 workers including railway and dock employees and officers connected to the industry.
Panama announces agreement ending the boundary controversy with Costa Rica. The conclusion pleases the republic, with newspapers saluting Foreign Secretary Lawia and expressing gratitude for the assistance of U S Secretary of State Knox.
Special dispatch from London reports the Lords reform debate during Lord Roxboroughs motion to set up a committee. Experts criticize Prim e Minister Asquith for failing to seize a chance to create a functioning second chamber while preserving the hereditary principle. The tone notes broad support for reform but disagreement on the Lords power and composition, with resignation chances among Foreign Secretary Grey implied.
A Swiss couple tied the knot on skis at St Moritz church. Guests, including the best man and bridesmaids, watched as snow-covered vows were exchanged. Afterward the couple were snowballed, then guided to an Alpine hut on the Bernina range for a two week honeymoon skiing between huts before returning to St Moritz.
In Paris a duel occurred after a Spaniard living in London offended a Parisian dancer by smoking in her presence. M Payer and the Spaniard dueled with swords in the Parc des Princes, ending with the Spaniard retreating after sustaining a severe wound to his sword arm.
Duchess of Genoa, grandmother of King Victor Emmanuel, was stricken with anoplexy and in grave condition. Queen Margarits and Queen Jivlena hurried to her bedside, and the king plans to come as soon as possible. Howard Gould departed for Barcelona on his steam yacht.
An advertisement touts Humphreys Specifics as superior for eradicating constitutional weakness and many diseases. It invites readers to request a free cup of Dr Humphreys Manual and learn about the Humphreys System of treatment.
A London Guardian summary describes an 18 nya sharp nosed bullet adopted by Germany. Tests at a musketry school show gruesome wounds rivaling blunt bullets. The design uses a skin enclosing a core to create a near straight trajectory, widening the danger zone to 100 yards and beyond, with higher explosives expected to extend reach.
A Milan style Futurist gathering in Washington became a chaotic scene as speakers advocated destruction of antiquities and libraries, militarism, and contempt for tradition. The audience mocked, with disruptive interruptions, apples and nuts thrown as police intervened and escorted speakers away. The crowd, mostly literary figures and poets, dispersed amid pandemonium.
A special cable from London reports a trial of an automatic warning device for locomotive engineers. The apparatus records signal status and responds as the engine approaches danger or clear signals. Inspections show a sequence where signals are set to danger, and engineers are alerted by lights, labels, and audible signals before the train reaches the section.
Dr Pepperdene, a scientist in early x ray work, after a ten year battle with illness from experiments, underwent amputation of the lower left forearm at the Prince of Wales Hospital. Despite initial inflammation, he pressed on until the disease made continuing impossible.
Special cable from London reports Charles Frohman plans to construct a comfortable East End theater. He will rent it to stage plays from his repertoire with some actors living gratis in the venture. A philanthropist is still sought to finance the project.
The Duma discusses foreign policy as Iswolsky questions addressing the house on budget debate triggered by Knox. Russia’s stance links Macedonia to Turkey and Manchuria to China while England and Japan maneuver for time, potential shifts with Anglo Japanese ties. Mokuchkof emerges as Duma president candidate amid nationalist and progressive support.
The Holy Father marked the Feast of St Joseph as his name day by celebrating Mass in his private chapel with his sisters and nieces present. He later granted an audience to the cardinal.
Vintage style beauty scam text promising freckle removal with Viola Cream and a free trial. Claims a single gentle medication can replace blemished skin and offers a no risk trial by mail. Mentions drugstores and lists dubious company names and addresses.
Policeman nicknamed Bunny Boyle on patrol near Fourteenth and Fairmont chased a speeding sedan carrying several young women bound for a local event hosted by Senator M G Bulkeley of Connecticut. The driver was arrested after a police court session where officials debated truthfulness and the driver posted bond to attend a District speech regulation meeting.
Miss Nancy Joinson Saugne of Representative Ben Johnson of Kentucky christened Ingsteimer Kentuckian at Sparrows Point yesterday at noon with sparkling water from the farms of Abraam Linea and Jefferson Davis. A platform framed the prow as the vessel glided. Guests included Washington and Baltimore society leaders and officials from the American Hawaiian Steamship Company.
George A Prevost leads a petition among district business men urging the extension of Morrill Act benefits to Mekwe Manual Training School over George Washington University. The petition, circulated by the Central Labor Simon group, opposes funding the university and will be reviewed in an executive session Wednesday afternoon.
Carl James Weagarnavmp's illness prompts resignation as Old Guard commander. A special election at the regu lar assembly elevates First Lieut Amos J Gunning as vacancy fill, with Second Lieut John Widdleton and First Sergt Fleury Estey also elected. Other posts filled include Samuel Marton ordet sergeant and Dr Thomas Galver as chief of staff after Lt Joseph E. Lawrence's death. The company votes to attend the national encampment in Atlantic City next September as escort to the Department of the Potomac.
An Easter benefit concert by the Young Women’s Christian Association will be held in the MCA assembly hall on Wednesday evening March 28. Proceeds go to the Summer Vacation House of Mrs Anna C Wilson. Featured performers include soprano Mrs Erhel Holtzclay Gawler contralto Grace Muir Dalgleish tenor Joseph Mathie bass Theodore Apple violinist Ruby Stanford reader Liphanzo Youngs Jr cornetts the Verdia Banjo Club and Sextette. Watter M Efolt directs with accompanists Noss Sally Mason and Oscar Franklin Corhetock.
Treasury officials estimate the revenue from the corporate tax this year could reach as high as 40 million dollars, with returns from about 3500 corporations received and delinquents reported. The Treasury plans a special assessment team to prepare revisions before June, after Secretary MacEagh had previously pegged revenue at 25 million.
The Chevy Chase drag hunt met yesterday at Phets Post office Md on Séverth street Nike. The field followed scent across the country past a little store and Riley farm to Forest j Glen. Ground allowed fast runs, with some sections racing pace, as field struggled to keep with the hounds. Participants included Reginald Huidekoper on Miss Tana and Hmdekoper on Ordenki.
Mexico renews privilege for United States ships to conduct target practice at Magdalena Bay. The agreement dates back to 19% with yearly renewals. Officials say no change in conditions was requested by the United States, while Mexico emphasizes safety protections for local inhabitants.
Rebellion surges in Santo Domingo with revolutionaries overpowering guards in Macoris district last Tuesday. Government defenders were captured along with arms and ammunition, prompting reinforcement by troops. Clamoring suburban residents seek safety as officials weigh sending a warship to protect American interests.
His Imperial highness Prince Tris seg will visit the United States in the latter part of April to study the American military system. He is a brother of the prince regent of China.
A Paris and Washington plan to set minimum rates under the Payne Aldrich act affects U S exports to France and imports from French dominions Algeria and other colonies. Negotiations with Canada spark London interest and hopes of avoiding retaliation wars. Official France-US terms outline tariff minimums and scope for agricultural products and metals.
A convoluted dispute centers on a Philadelphia theater promoter and real estate operator's lawsuit. Percy G. mems and associates are accused of breaching a 31 1 008 dollar settlement, with allegations that a stockholder reentered vaudeville operations and that parties owe damages under the agreement terms. The case names Promoters Klaw Langer Haman and others amid accusations of violated negotiations and financial obligations.
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