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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1905

Page

17

Morals at Annapolis report upon Knotts charges

Special to The Washington Post from Winchester Virginia dated March 26 reports the 121st annual session of the Baltimore Conference of the Southern Methodist Church will close Tuesday with appointments to be announced by Bishop Durran. A report on Rev John O Knott of Lewington Virginia facing charges from the Salem church is expected Monday, while Arrowood of Worth Chrohnha is cited in calls for reform at Annapolis Naval Academy. Local preachers and deacons are named and a Presbyterian Synod petition for religious freedom at the academy is noted. The Winchester call to Rev Dr J F Horace Lacey is discussed, with his rejection dropping expectation of his move.

Naval Academy Presbyterian Synod of Virginia Washington Post Winchester Baltimore Southern Methodist Church Post John O. Knott Lewngton Satem Durein Durran Henry A Beach Washington John Copenhaver Logan M. Nalis Tiwaneke Edward Barber Tawisburg Thomas C Jones Harry Parker East Baltimore Amd Presbyterian Synod of Wigmirt Southern Methodists United States Naval Academy Annapolis Fames P Stump P H Whisner Collins Denny Hestudio David Bush Colin Dena H W Burruss H P Shermin T Caunter J A G Shipley Jobr Ft Hrooks John A Kern Doh Ker JF Horace Lacey Clarks Ame Presbyterian Church of Winchester Boyds Md Orra H. Hobbs Poijtimore Ohio Pentimeure Brunswick Vila Connellsville Gain Cumberland Conneltsy John W. Kelley Mitagerald Wil M. Hobbs General Society Reliance C. A. Newman Colored United Brethren Church Harrisonbure Hott W. R Berry G. W. Stover L .A. Racey Grafton W. Va Council of Fred C. Graham J. S. Whitescarver Virginia Electoral College Bryan Tcket Anderson Martin Montague Hon S. W. Williams Wythe Williams

Attacked by Footpads in Hagerstown Alley

Special from Washington describes Frank Shank found unconscious in an alley with multiple head wounds. He cannot explain his injuries and suspects being assaulted by Yardwardians. Two youths were nearby as he was found. they fled, investigators say the case remains under inquiry with possible arrests forthcoming.

Frank Shank Hagerstown Bady Washington Trigerstown Frank Shark Cmdt Waylard Shank Hoy Cram Ptvestiats

Man Held On Serious Charge In Wheeling Case

A mill worker known as James Jones, 25, formerly employed at a Pittsburgh area mill, was arrested in Wheeling on a three day hold after allegedly attempting criminal assault on the six year old daughter of Dave Nerbit. The girl was enticed toward a doorway near her home. her father pursued, caught, and held the man until police arrived.

Washington Wheeling James Jones Pittsburg Dave Nerbitt Unity Jones Hercul Jones

Raid on a blind tiger near revenue office reported

Special to The Washington Post. Greensboro service notes a morning raid on a restaurant within fifty feet of the U S revenue office. Staff captured proprietors plus twenty kegs seventeen jugs and many bottles of whisky. burglary tools found. called the biggest blind tiger yet located. Also reports training changes and a Hancock Md town meeting with officer nominations.

Washington Post Greensboro UC. Mareh Etg United States Revenue Office

Roanoke Pastor Attacks New York Bishop Potter

Rev. William H. Milton of St. John's Episcopal Church roanoke criticizes Bishop Potter of New York over no-divorce law and concubinism in South Carolina. Milton calls Potter a stumbling block to his diocese and questions his reliability and motives. He says his views do not represent the Episcopal Church and that the church voices align with local ministers.

New Yorker South Washington Post Roanoke Roanoke Timea William H. Milton St. John’s Episcopal Church Potter New York South Carolina Elston Potter Episcopal Church Milton

Odd Fellows burying fiasco sparks inquiry in Newport News

Newport News Va March 26 Odd Fellows reveal grave mishandling after the funeral of Capt Albert Svenson and two sailors from the coal barge Gaston. A faulty coffin too small and a shallow burial prompt criticism of officials and a possible official investigation.

Washington Post Newport News Odd Fellows Albert Svenson Gaston Svenson Lodge of Cantam Capt. Iverson Cherge Johnson Tody

Negro fugitive Hansboro captured for Hot Springs murder

William Hansboro, a waiter at Homestead Hotel in Hot Springs, Va., was captured in this city by Baldwin and Fells detectives and four New Rivers squad members after a midnight pursuit. He allegedly killed J. R. McKeane with a wine bottle in McKeane’s office when McKeane refused to advance wages. Hansboro was traced via a letter and taken to Hot Springs on an early train. a $1 reward had been offered.

William Hansboro Hot Springs Sperta Washington Post Charleston J. R. McKeane Homestead A. C. Fells Baldwin and Fells New Rivers Baldwin Hansboro McKeane Hansburo Tetter Wanser

Dr Shoop's Restorative Promises Free Trial and Books

An advertisement extols Dr Shoop's Restorative as a cure for indigestion and related ailments by removing the root cause. It offers a free dollar bottle via mail order without payment or risk, then directs the reader to request books on various health topics and to address Dr Shoop in Racine Wisconsin.

Shoop Racine Wis Fisk Elcin W.T. Baldus Icul DR. Lafranco Peabody Medical Tnstitute Bulfinch St Revere House Boston Mass

Virginia United Brethren Conference Concludes Sessions in Dayton

The Virginia United Brethren Conference at Dayton closes after devotional services led by Rev. C. W. Hutzler. Bishop Mills delivers a practical address, salaries for ministers set at 400, and a temperance stand adopted. Reports show 11,264 members and 9,770 Sunday school attendees, with church properties valued at 158,742.

Young People’s Christian Union Mills Wirchester W. F Gruver Winchester D Skelton Jones Springs W. H. Sampsell Frederick W. R Derry Bekeley Springs GP Hott Berkeley C. D. Bennette Cacapon Stpola South Branch E E Neff Martineburg A . Wilson Inwood A. J Secrist New Creek P. Dyehe Bayard W. S Ran J. B. Ferguson West Frederick C J. Racey Toms Brook L. A Hacey Prince William RB Vandersmith Fdinburg A Cupp Keyser S R Ludwig Westernport Ida If. Judy Lan Seng Nam Misionary China Dayton

Election at Hagerstown council races March 27

City voters head to polls to elect councilmen in wards 1 3 and 5 while incumbents Strite Startarman and Miller hold over in other wards. Target races include party balance and local turnout amid a tense election atmosphere.

Washington Post Hagerstown A.C Strite William H Startarman Ernest W Miller

Maryland Obituary: Emory E Spielman Dies in Hagerstown

Hagerstown March 26 Emory Edward Spielman well known resident dies today of gastritis at the home of his brother Joan A Spielman aged sixty. He was unmarried. Rockville March 26 Mrs Ellen O Menard living near Norwood Montgomery County dies yesterday of cancer aged sixty five survived by three children Frances M Olsen Julia M Palmer and Joan B Menard.

Hagerstown Emory Edward Spielman Joan A. Spielman Rockville Ellen 0. Menard Norwood Montgomery County Frances M. Olsen Julia M. Palmer Joan B. Menard

Alexandria Banks Build New Headquarters in City Progress

Trusted employees bond across counties with bonds and guardianships. Alexandria sees three fine banking houses with Mel Burke and Herbert moving to new HQs at King and Fairfax. Alexandria National Bank operates from Eichberg Building at King and Royal. Citizens' National Bank begins new building at King and St. Asaph as bids fall short of rivals.

Alexandria Mel Burke Herbert King and Fairfax Streets Alexandria National Bank Eichberg King and Royal Streets Citizens’ National Bank King and St. Asaph

Bank in a new home product of Virginia skill

The Virginia Safe Deposit and Trust Corporation opens its new Alexandria building on King Street. The 82 by 60 foot banking room features cabinet oak fixtures on marble, triple steel vaults, and modern comforts. Virginia craftsmen and architect William Hamilton of Washington designed and built the structure with local supervision. The bank, organized in 1904, operates branches in Gordonsville, Madison, Dillwyn, Lovington, Remington, Culpeper, and Charlottesville, with C. Jones Rixey as president.

Washington Post Bureau King Street Alexandria Virginia Safe Deposit and Trust Corporation Fairfax Street Fairfax and Royal Streets Washington R. L. Barnes Safe and Lock Company Richmond Norfolk Corporation Virginia William Hamilton Wagner, Hamilton & Wagner Joseph F. Rogers C. Jones Rixey John F. Rixey Presley M. Rixey Gordonsville Madison Dillwyn Lovington Remington Culpeper Charlottesville John P. Robinson Gardner L. Boothe Norton & Boothe C. J. Rixey Joseph E. Willard Henry Bander J. P. Robinson Alexandria Fertilizer and Chemical Company Park Agnew Internal Revenue George S. French Gardner I. Boothe C. ©. Leadbeater E. 8. Leadbeater & Sons, Incorporated K. M. Norton Corporation Court Frank Hume Washington, D. C Henry K. Field H. K. Field & Co Rixey Traders’ National Bank Jefferson National Bank Fidelity and Trust Company Second National Bank First National Bank of Berryville Rappahannock National Bank Virginia Safe Deposit and Trust Company P. Waller George H. Robinson William J. Boothe Samuel L. Monroe At-J

Two Killed by Dynamite in Mine Blast Near Cumberland

Nine Austrian laborers employed by Cahill and Purnell were near Gkono ho twenty miles east of Cumberland when a pre-set blast failed to detonate. While ramming more powder, the hole exploded, killing two men and injuring seven. The slain and injured were aged about thirty five with families in Fairmont, West Virginia. Survivors were taken to Fairmont for treatment.

Washington Post Cumberland Gkonoho Here Cahill & Purnell Maryland Yaarth Fairmont W. Va

Best men for Virginia education board positions urged

Howell M. Miller of Washington Virginia argues the Virginia State Board of Education must appoint division superintendents for four year terms by merit, character and fitness, not personal or local political ties. He urges forming citizen leagues to support qualified candidates and cites the Baltimore Municipal League as a model for statewide reform.

Virginia State Board of Education State Board of Education of Virginia State Senate Municipal League of Baltimore The Baltimore Sun League State Board of Education Howell M. Miller Washington, Va

Men Seek Railroad Workers for Panama Canal

Cumberland Maryland March 2 The demand for railroad men from this locality to work on the Panama Canal continues. William McGraw former motorman on street cars here has sailed. Peter Maher an engineer left days ago. A number of railroad men are receiving flattering offers.

Cumberland Panama Canal William McGraw Peter Maher

Campaign Warms Up Joint Debate Challenges

Richmond March 26 Democratic primary campaign for United States Senator governor and other state officers is in earnest. A stumping phase looms with attacks over personal and official records likely to follow. Candidates Wil lard Mann Anderson Swanson Hodges Mann and others push organization and letters while avoiding mudslinging.

Washington Post Richmond United States Willard Martin Swanson Washington William Hodges Mann Petersburg Nottowey

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