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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1908

Page

35

Bishop Fowler Dead Was Missionary Secretary

The Rev. Charles H Fowler bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church died at his home in New York City after a long illness. He organized Peking and Nanking universities in China, founded a church in St Petersburg, and merged Nebraska colleges into Nebraska West. He inaugurated the Twenty Century Thank Offering and helped raise over 20 million dollars for the church. His career included leadership at Northwestern University and Syracuse University, with service across multiple church and education boards.

China St. Petersburg tIn IM Health W York Mar Charles H Fowler Methodist Episcopal Fowler Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church Metropelian ‘Temple Washington Methodist Fifth Avenue Madison Avenue Metheast Episcopal Church Moore Kesin College Syracuse Universty Garrett Biblical Instiute Peking University North Nanking University McClay College of Theology California Nebraska Nebraska Wests University Lincoln Great Cleveland Syracuse University Jitew ‘Theological Seminary Madison Nia American University Methodist Missionary Society The Church Extension Society Freedmen's Aid

Peary Tells of Far North Adventure and Plans

Commander Peary described his past polar expeditions and future aims at a Beel Theater talk. He outlined preparations for a July sail to the far North, shared adventures, and discussed failures of prior dust expeditions while praising the beauty and dangers of the Arctic regions.

America North Pole Robert B. Dears Bee Theater Sun Feary Fa! Muna Peary

Aged contractor Jonn E H Bird dies at 83 in Onancock

Jonn E H Bird, a longtime Washington contractor and builder who supervised the erection of landmarks including the National Museum and the Irish Commission Building, died at his Onancock home Thursday night at age 83. Born October 26, 1823 in Onancock, he moved to Washington as a child, married Georgiana Polkinhorn in 1853, and left a legacy of public and private structures. He leaves thirteen children, five surviving, and was a charter member of Dawson Lodge F A M. Funeral services held this afternoon at Glenwood Cemetery chapel.

Jonn E H. Bird Onancock Mr. Bird Washington Bird National Museum Irish Commission Georgiana Polkinhorn Lving Webster Marshall Samuel A. Wood New York H. H. Stinemetz T Geliney Bird Boston Mass Maurice Bird Hird Dawson Lodge Glenwood Cemetery Vielack

Debate on party allegiance at National Law School

A public debate is held this evening at the National Law School on whether party allegiance best serves state governments or independent action in policy. On the affirmative are J. A. Anderson of Idaho W. H. Jordon of North Carolina and John Walsh of South Dakota. On the negative are A. Turner of Maryland J. Thomas of Jane y and GP. Hianen of New York.

National Law School J. A. Anderson Idaho W. H. Jordon North Carolina John Walsh South Dakota A. Turner Maryland J. Thomas Janey GP. Hianen New York

Capuzaya Mining Case Skirts Grand Jury Interference

Judge Justice Stafford overruled a motion to quash the indictment of Eugene Davis of Capuzaya Mining Company. The case centered on alleged improper pressure by the district attorney to keep a grand juror away during testimony. Defense argued Assistant U.S. Attorney Adkins sought Pratt, a juror and Capuzaya director, to stay away to avoid bias. The three year statutory window influenced the ruling, with remaining questions to be resolved by a petit jury.

Gerry Stafford Gates Gapuzaya Mining Company Justice Stafford Eugene Davis Capuzaya Mining Company Davis Henry ¥. Davis United States Adkins Fred W. Pratt Pratt Capu[ers Company

Witness-witnesses from Pacific Coast sought in land fraud case

District Attorney Baker objects as John A. Benson’s attorney A A Birney petitions Justice Stafford for summoning over 100 witnesses from California and Oregon at government expense. Benson cites San Francisco earthquake losses and trial necessity. Hyde’s funds are alleged to cover costs. Defense says no improper collaboration between jointly indicted defendants existed.

Pacific Coast Baker A. A. Birney John A. Benson Justice Stafford California Oregon Benson San Francisco Hyde

Damages Asked After Death At Sib ley Memorial Hospital

James Brown’s administratrix sues the Woman's Home Missionary Society over his death from a fall after leaping from an unguarded window at Sib ley Memorial Hospital on August 8, 1907. The suit seeks 10000 dollars in the District Supreme Court, alleging negligence in care and supervision of a paying patient. It notes this may be the first case of its kind filed in this court.

Woman's Home Missionary Society Sibley Memorial Hospital James Brown Brown District Supreme Court

Christian Science Healing Advocates Connect to Eternal Life

Editor Post argues against attacks on Christian Science and cites belief that health can be restored by spiritual means. The writer asserts the Bible’s truth and claims healing proves the principle, noting growing favor as benefits of Christian Science become recognized.

Peter Apostle

Transvaal Gold Mines Yield 1907 Revenue In Johannesburg Reef

The Transvaal gold mines produced 1907 revenue of 136,750,000 dollars, mostly from the reef that hosts Johannesburg. The State Department reports that mining outside Johannesburg yielded little return, according to the U S consul at Victoria South Africa.

Transvaal Johannesburg State Department United States Victoria South Africa

German bankers liable for investment advice ruling

The German Supreme Court has issued several decisions stating bankers are liable for investment advice to clients. Reported to the State Department, these rulings are seen as advancing the banking sector toward a solid and responsible footing. Advertisements may be left at F. P. Weller's Droz Store at 8th and 1st or at Post branch offices for prompt publication.

Supreme Court of Germany State Department F. P. Weller Droz Post

Supreme Court Justice Names and Docket amid 1908 Actions

The 1908 legal record lists admitted practitioners in New York and Ohio, and a sprawling docket from the Court of Appeals to Equity and Circuit Courts. Cases include St Louis rail lawsuits, patent appeals, and multiple civil actions with assignments and demurrers, adjournments, and guardianships noted.

United States Supreme Court Harlan Justice Brewer White Peckham McKenna Holmes Justice Day Moody W. W. Gooch New York City Frederle C. Seofeld Nathan Loeser Cleveland Ohio Amos Burt Thompson Sclevelasil John G.johnson Adolph F. Lipphard Ve. Ide P. Humphrey Chapin Brown C. Clinton James B. F. Leighton Court of Appéals District of Columbia Justice Robb Justice van Oradel Edmund L. Mooney Adolph Spitteler L. Norris, Jr W. Ruckman Commissioner of Patents J. L. Norrie, Jr

Real estate transfers list for Washington area

A scanned notice lists property transfers including parcels on North Capitol and M Streets Northeast, Ames Place Northeast, Allay area, Highrentic and East Capitol Streets, Twelfth Street Northeast, Randle Park, T Street Northwest, Garfield Addition to Le Droit Park, Reno, Washington Highlands, F Street Northwest, Chichester, Langdon Yard, and Am Street Northwest. Transactions show grantees, trustees, and grantor names, lot or tract numbers, square numbers, and consideration of $10 or $100. Names include Creed M Atten, Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church South trustees, Willam Pickford, Harriet G Robinson, Mary C McNamara, Edward H Booth, Virginia Dyer, Lucy Dyer, Johnna Wilkinson, Moris Barnett, William B Wheatley, Samuel L Ringington, Arthur E Rendle, Emily C Matthews, John H Nolan, James E Hutchingson, Alexander McKenzie, Chation Hoover, Thomas D Keefe, Agnes E Smith, Philip R Lattes, Charles G Tyler, Philip RM Lattes, John J Braltmayor, Veresca P Allen, George W Stewart, Robert Diver, Clarence L Gilbert, Edwin F Christy, Herbert R Chrettzberg, Vereska Allen.

Creed Kennedy & Davla Co Harriet G. Robinson ALLAY Edward H. Booth Mary C. McNamar Hightrentic East Capitol Virginia Dyer Lucy Dyer Randle Park Arthur E. Rendle Arther Randle Newcomb Fourteenth Fifteenth Emily C. Matthews John H. Nolan Garfield Ramuel Walker Et al James E. Hutchingon Alexander McKenzie Trustert LE Droit Park Chat Ninth Tenth Streets George W. Stewart Robert Diver

Deeds of Trust and Property Securances Listed Across Districts

Deeds of trust show multiple security arrangements across several squares and wards. Names include Nolenet, Sammons, Dickey, Hobson, McChesney, Pritchard, Gilbert, Kilgore, and Ivey among others. Amounts range from 1,000 to 8,000 dollars with terms 1 to 4 years at 5 to 6 percent interest, notes specify lots and blocks in various developments.

Netherlands America Steamship Company posts 11 percent dividend

Announcement from New York states the Netherlands America Steamship Company earned an 11 percent dividend on its capital stock for 1907. Also note post educational contest pictures Nos 1 64 now on sale at 17 cents to mail purchasers. Copies Nos 1 to 35 still available at 17 cents by mail. Office purchase options and pricing listed.

Marst Imnelusive New York Netherlands-America Steamship Company

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