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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1905

Page

8

Morals at Annapolis report upon Knott charges

Special to The Washington Post from Winchester Virginia dated March 26 reports the Baltimore Conference of the Southern Methodist Church to close Tuesday with appointments by Bishop Durran. The Knott case and Presbyterian Synod petition for Naval Academy religious reforms dominate talks as ministers face reassignment and potential deacon ordinations.

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 Cumberland Tony Tutu Thomas W. Va Parson

Attacked by Footpads in Maryland Alley

Frank Shank of Hagerstown was found wounded and unconscious in an alley in Trigerstown on March 2. He suspects no robbery, two youths fled when discovered, authorities think he was beaten in error and arrests are expected as investigation continues.

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

Man Named James Jones Held After Attempted Assault

A mill worker from the South Side of Pittsburgh known as James Jones, 25, was arrested in Wheeling after luring a six year old girl to a doorway near her home. The father pursued, overtook the suspect, and held him until police arrived.

Washington Wheeling James Jones Pittsburg Dave Nerbitt Unity Jones Hercul Jones

Raid at blind tiger leads to large whisky haul

Special to The Washington Post reports police raiding a restaurant near the U S revenue office capturing proprietors and a large quantity of whisky and burglar tools. Morning raid described as the biggest blind tiger located to date amid busy churchgoers. Also notes trainmaster changes and a separate raid on poker rooms with arrests.

Washington Post Greensboro UC. Mareh Etg United States Revenue Office Spela Norfolk Vi. Maren Queen Street Robert Taylor Taylor Eles

Roanoke Pastor Attacks Bishop Potter Over No-Divorce Talk

Rev. William H. Milton of St. John's Episcopal Church roiled Roanoke by denouncing Bishop Potter of New York for no-divorce law and concubinism remarks. He called Potter a stumbling block to his own diocese and claimed he no longer represents the Episcopal Church. Milton asserted his view reflects that of every local minister in five years.

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 of sailor sparks scandal in Newport News

In Newport News Virginia on March 26 the Odd Fellows reveal a sensational dispute over the burial of Captain Albert Svenson and two sailors. A disinterment found a too small coffin and a shallow grave, with accusations of neglect and failures to notify the lodge. An official investigation is expected.

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

Negro fugitive Hansboro captured in Hot Springs murder case

William Hansboro, a hotel waiter in Hot Springs Virginia, fled after fatally striking J R McKeane with a wine bottle following a discharge. He was tracked to Charleston and captured by Baldwin and Fells detectives with aid from the New Rivers squad. He will be returned to Hot Springs. a $1 reward reportedly circulated.

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 offered free trial bottle for indigestion

A promotional note claims indigestion stems from nerve causes and promises to end trouble by removing the root cause. It touts Dr Shoop’s Restorative with lengthy claims, offers a free one dollar bottle via mail order, and lists multiple books addressing stomach, heart, kidneys, women, men, and rheumatism with widespread drugstore availability.

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Virginia United Brethren Conference Adjourns at Dayton

Harrisonburg Va March 28 The Virginia United Brethren Conference at Dayton concluded its meetings after devotional services led by Rev C W Hutzler and a sermon by Bishop Mills. The min salary set at 400, new organizers to boost youth work, and a temperance stand marked the session. Officers re-elected and appointments for the coming year announced with membership listed at 11264 and Sunday school attendees 9770.

Washington Post Harrisonburg Virginia United Brethren Conference Dayton C. W. Hutzler Pennsylvania Mills S. L. Rice John D. Scott Methodist Episcopal Church Matthews Iowa Letts Towa E. H. Neff J. W. Brill General Society Reliance Baltimore C. A. Newman Colored United Brethren Church Harrisonbure Hott W. R Berry G. W. Stover L .A. Racey Young People’s Christian Union 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

Election at Hagerstown Tops City Interest in March Vote

In Hagerstown Maryland voters go to the polls tomorrow to elect councilmen for wards 1 3 and 5 while incumbents Strite Startarman and Miller hold over. The city race features party balance with Democrats leading in wards 1 and 6 and a Republican hold in ward 3.

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

Maryland Obituary Notices From Hagerstown And Rockville

Emory Edward Spielman of Hagerstown died today at his brother’s home from gastritis at age sixty. He was unmarried. In Rockville Mrs. Ellen O Menard of Montgomery County near Norwood died yesterday of cancer at age sixty five after a long illness. She leaves three children Frances Olsen Julia 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 Move Toward New Headquarters

In a sequence of banking growth, trusted employees are bonded. the Alexandria National Bank and others operate as guardians and sureties while expanding. Mel Burke and Herbert move into new headquarters at King and Fairfax, with the Eichberg Building housing the Alexandria National Bank. Citizens' National Bank begins work on a new building at King and St Asaph as bids fail to undercut 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 a new building on King Street Alexandria, with a large 82 by 60 plus foot banking room, triple steel vaults, and Virginia-made construction. Officers, directors, and departments are detailed, highlighting local craftsmanship and the firm’s growing Virginia reach, including branches in Gordonsville, Madison, Dillwyn, Lovington, Remington, Culpeper, and Charlottesville.

Safe Deposit and Trust Corporation Virginia 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 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 Near Cumberland

Nine Austrian laborers working for Cahill and Purnell were injured or killed in a premature dynamite explosion near Gkonoho, twenty miles east of Cumberland. The blast, set Friday, exploded while ramming more powder, entombing the men under rock and soil. Two men, about thirty five, were killed. seven injured with severe injuries including loss of limbs and gruesome facial trauma. The injured were taken to Fairmont, West Virginia, after initial treatment.

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

Should Get Best Men The Virginia State Board of Education Should Ignore Friendships

An editorial urges the Virginia State Board of Education to appoint division superintendents for four year terms based on merit and character, not local bias. It calls for best qualified men, moral and educated, with emphasis on rural schools, and suggests a civic body to endorse candidates, citing Baltimore’s Municipal League as a model. Howell M. Miller, Washington, Va.

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

Panama canal work draws Cumberland railroad men

The Panama Canal labor demand remains strong in Cumberland Maryland with several locals already sailing. William McGraw a former street car motorman has left, and engineer Peter Maher departed recently amid several others receiving attractive offers for Panama work.

Cumberland Panama Canal William McGraw Peter Maher

Campaign Warms Up as Virginia Primary Debate Begins

Richmond March 26 The Democratic primary campaign for U S Senator governor and other state officers heats up with expected stump debates and attacks on personal and official records. Judges Mann and Anderson lead active bids while lieutenant governor race draws four strong contenders Cabell Caton Brand Williams and others press for support as public instruction post also heats up.

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