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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1905

Page

2

Funeral for Brig. Gen. Fitzhugh Lee in Washington

Thousands line G Street and Pennsylvania Avenue for the solemn tribute to Brig. Gen. Fitzhugh Lee ASA retired. The body was taken from the Church of the Epiphany to the Pennsylvanian depot for a funeral train to Richmond. Military escort including Confederate Veterans and U.S. engineers attended. The service featured Rev. Dr. Randolph McKim and a crowd of officials, relatives, and veterans. The funeral car and train were arranged by the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac line, with Mrs. Lee sailing to Richmond aboard the special train.

Fiizhugh Lee Church of the Epiphany G Street Pennsylvania Avenue Pennsylvania Depot Richmond Fennevivanta Avenue Treasury Sixth Street Siee Church of the Epiphans Providence Hospital Auditorum Jamestown Exposition Company Mra. Roosevelt Robert B Lee Confederate Veterana Alexandria John M. Johnson Weed Tollaway United States Engineer Band United States Engineers Corps M L Walker Seventh Cavalry W.L Nicholson Field Artillery M Foote Edward Burr United States Washington Barracks Ulysses Grant United States Engineer Corps Secretary of War Randolph McKim Hilary A. Herbert Navy Alabama Winfield Scott Schley Joseph Willard Virginia United Daughters of the Confederacy Baltimore Union Letecina Grand Army of the Republic Union Veteran Legion Col Emmet Urell Ma GW HO Fowle D. M. Lee Robert Bo Lee Vir Klima Mason Dorsey Laura Lee Dorse Robert F Mason Seventh United Sti.ca Willard Lee Alexandria Lene Mts Raper Raghve

Honorary pallbearers listed for deceased official

The honorary pallbearers include high ranking officials and military leaders such as Maj. Gen. George L. Glilerpie Brig. Gen. John F. Weeton Brig. Gen. George H. Davis Brig. Gen. Andrew Burt Brig. Gen. Edward Bays Col. Clarence R. Edwards Col. George B. Pend Mel. JoRerasn R. Kean Maj. Chauncey B. Saker Capt. Robert S. Michie Senator Jaks W. Daniel Gen. L. L. Lomax Maj. Robert W. Hunter Capt. Arthur Herbert Mr. W. P. Maton H. Rosier Dulaney H. Littlepass and others named in the ceremony list.

Pathesret Wer George L. Glilerpie John F. Weeton George HB. Davis George H .Burton Andrew 8. Burt Edward M. Bays Tul Moores Clarence R. Edwards George B. Pend JoRerasn R. Kean Chauncey B. Saker Robert John Goode George Tucker Garden Herbert Bryant Thoms Smith Bbkley Lane W. P. Carter Helmeaho M. Johnsoe Coonally F Arthur Herbert W. P. Maton Ramuss W. Spancey H. Rosier Dulaney

Funeral of Gen Lee Reaches Richmond in Silent Procession

Thousands in Richmond halt in silence as Gen Fitzhugh Lee arrives by funeral train from Washington. Mourners, military groups, and Confederate veterans line streets to the depot and city hall where the body lies in state. A funeral at St Paul’s is planned for Thursday at 1 pm subject to Gen Lee’s son’s travel.

Washington Post Richmond Geo. Fitshigh Lee Weebington Daughters of the Confederacy Sons of Veterans Richmond Light Infantry Blues Seventieth Virginia Regiment Richmond Howittzers Veterans of Lee Pickett Gen. Lee St. Paul's Episcopal Church Jefferson Davis United States Binton Washington Robert BE. L. Michis George H. Burton Fefferson R. Kean Board of Governors Otcers Petersburg Fitzhughee A. P. HI M Ly William HE Harwood Confederate Veterana of Virginia Sen Stith Botling George Cretian Thomas W. Smith Suffolk E. M. Henry Norfolk Hugh R. Smith Maurie Thomas Elliott Grand Camp Pines Lynchburg C. G. Boisseaur Seventieth Fitzhugh Lee Garland Roders Camp

Victory in last hour secures YMCA fund drive total

The Young Men’s Christian Association in Washington reports a late rush of contributions totaling 85 000 dollars for the building and furnishing fund, with 900 dollars still sought by 10 o’clock. John B. Lanner sent a cable noting the canvass was entirely successful and the board’s efforts acclaimed.

Friends of Association Cablegram John B. Lanner Young Men's Christian Association 8. W. Woodward Paris A. M. Lothrop Board of Directors Citizens’ Committee Washington New Willard Iawa A. Lisner Pierce H. B. F. Macfarland Gonally

Relief drive reaches near final goal as town rallies

A district relief effort unfolds with a board meeting and field canvassing. By late afternoon the balance shows $16,687 raised as $12,068 remained, then reports of renewed pledges flood the headquarters and a strong rally ensues. The scene becomes a notable moment in the association’s history.

Inet Calle Association Eta Will Young

Y M C A Expresses Thanks for Washington Building Fund

The board of managers of the Young Men's Christian Association expresses gratitude to Washingtonians for the generous fund subscription. Over 3,000 subscribers donated about $350,000 for a new association building, praised for national character and wide support from outside the capital. The board credits public-spirited citizens and committees for the canvass success and promises lasting community benefit.

Young Men's Christian Association T Hanks Washington Gleo National Capital Washington Association John 8B. Larner Henry B. F. Macfarland

City marks success of large fundraising drive

A two year canvass yielded 5687 in about fifteen hours raising 25 000 more as part of a major city fund drive. Donors included Mrs Blazer Henry Phipps and Charles E Foster with gifts and a bank furnishing office furniture. Residents praised civic pride and a vast volunteer effort while leaders mourned a Confederate veteran and prepared funeral plans.

A. M. Lathrop Blazer Eighteenth Street Henry Phipps Pittsburg Charles E. Foster National Metropolitan Bank Association Messrs Woodward & Lothrop Tmes Fifteenth Street

Baroness Held in Custody After Alleged Theft

A woman claiming the title Baroness Otto de Vorte Bt. Georas, arrested in New York for larceny at Mrs Slater's home, arrived in this city. She refused to discuss charges, fainted during arraignment, and was sent to the House of Detention. The Slater household may not prosecute.

de Latrog New York Wiliam Slater Washington Otto de Vorte Bt. Georas United States Baur Boardman Detentives Headquarters House of Detention Eliza Bull Slater 1781 Atreat Northwest Bull Glater

Italian man arrested for murder in Bastilcate Italy

Alfonso Giamatto twenty five Italian was arrested last night by Policeman Wilson of the Fourth precinct at the request of Italian Embassy officials. He awaits investigation on a charge of murdering his brother in law in Afigiaiano Italy about three months ago. Italian authorities were notified. The murdered man's name was not given to local police.

Alfonso Giamatto Wilson Afigiaiano Bastilcate Italy

Washington Auditorium Association Formed For District Enterprise

A citizens’ committee meeting at the Willard Hotel urged immediate action to erect a modern Washington auditorium. The Washington Auditorium Association will be incorporated as a stock company with capital up to 600000, shares initially 50 each, and subscriptions to be opened shortly. Organizers stressed district control and central location, with prominent citizens to be named to incorporate and lead stock offerings.

Washington Washington Auditorium Association Henry L. ‘West Eokamittes Business Men's Association Board of Trade Citizens’ Committee Willard Hotel Weat W. Riley Deebie John B. Larner Aharma Larner United States B. W. Guy Larrer E. L. Moore Weal Gan John M. Wilson Asatat George Hamilton Wankington West Hamilton Percy B. Foater

Postum Aims to Replace Coffee for Health

A reader recounts health decline blamed on coffee and credits Postum with stabilizing nerves and improving sleep. After trying Postum in Colorado, the narrator reports daughter and husband also benefiting, noting restored energy and regular school days for the child and relief from gastric issues. Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan is cited as the source.

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Local leaders form committee to promote civic association

At a meeting chaired by West, Deeble moved to create a nine to twenty five person committee of leading citizens to organize an association and collect subscriptions. Names listed include Brellwagen Magruder Hamilton Wilson and many others as participants pledged to join the effort.

Messie E. J. Brellwagen John H. Magruder Deble Weat Citleena Gen. Wilson Yen Mr. Deeble Deeble West Mr. Hamilton Mesare Milton EB. Ailes Emile Berlinger Patrick J. Brennan A B. Browns W. V. Cox W. Riley Deeble F. Droop Percy Foater Daniel Frager William F. Gude B. W. Guy George &. Hamilton Chrib Hourich W. B. Hibbs H. K. EB. Johnson William Knox James Langburgh John B. Larner A. Lisner A. M. Lothrop H. B. F. Macfarland John Magruder E. L. Morse W. H. Moses Clarence F. Norment C. F. Nesbit J. F. Oyster C. H. Rudolph B. D. Bhaw E J. Btellwagen Thomas W. Smith G. W F. Swartzell George Truesdell M. Weller John M. Wilson Harry L. West

Beavers To Face Trial In Criminal Court Today

George W. Beavers, ex-chief of the Post Office Department salary division, arrived from Brooklyn to answer an indictment on post office irregularities. District Attorney Beach seeks to raise his bond from 10 000 to 20 000 as Crawford files demurrers contesting the indictment. The hearing before Justice Wright in Criminal Court No 1 is set for next Thursday with John G. Carlisle possibly present.

Crawford George W. Beavera Post-Office Department Brooklyn Beavers Beach Wright William G. Crawford John G. Carlisle A .S. Worthington United States Morgan H. Beach Justice Wright

Weather conditions and reports from the Weather Bureau

Weather bulletins describe high pressure in the Lake region dominating eastern weather with a slow westward shift. A low center is over the Middle Rocky Mountain region. No rain in the Northeast. warmer in the Lake region and Upper Missouri Valley, with fair conditions for Tuesday and Wednesday. Winds vary by coast and region, with fresh to strong directions at several locations. Temperature readings and humidity are listed for several stations with sunshine duration and rainfall figures.

U. B Asters Tuesiay Wedterday Lake Region Ohio Miestwight Rocky Mountain Biscouri Valley Lake Miscouri Kosky Mountain New England Middle Atlantic South Atlantic Gulf Eesterly Grand Banke Biéa Wun Ries Woo Erie Ashevile A.C Atlanta Atlantic City N. J

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