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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1905

Page

4

Virginia Mourns as State Units March in Gen Lee Funeral

The Virginia militia will march from St. Pauls Church to Hollywood Cemetery for Gen Lees funeral. The procession, the longest in Richmond history, includes Seventieth and Seventy first regiments, Petersburg Forays, Culpeper Minute Men, and veterans groups with a full military escort and floral tributes from Congress, Daughters of the Confederacy, and local organizations. Schools close and a noon to 5 pm flag schedule marks the day, with railroads suspending service.

Massachusetts Washington Post Richmond Militia of Virginia St. Paul's Church Hollywood Cemetery Fuzlough Lea Jefferson Dayla Petersburg Culpeper Everal Richmond Hawksera Norfolk Light Artilery Blues McCarthy Committee of Arrange Cpt Claude Swan J EB B Stuart Jr Lee Thomas L. Rosser Miss Miller Washington Veteran Cavalry Association Army of Northern Virginia Bfrl Charles Humphrey Daughters of the Confederacy de Algne Stuart Charles T . Ferrall Richmond Light Artillery Blues Jacob Reinhardt Jefferson Davis Hollywood Chesapeake and Ohio Southern Custom House Gov Montague Fred Wilder Crous Parmer Masa Joseph B Willard Senate of Virginia Hona Arthur C Harman Henry T Wickham Hanover Willam B McIlwaine General Assembly John F Ryan Loudoun House of Delegates Virginia Judiciary Supreme Court of Appeals Congress United States John W Daniel Marwood Ala Li Winder Lane Wittameburg Barton Grundy Baward E Holland Orfolk Sol Cutebina Cal Samual V Fulkerson Bristol Cal Robart N. Harper Laespurg Harry Easley Euan Harry WH. Baker Winchesfer Edmund R. Whilemy Moon St John Alexandria William M Randolph Charlottesville A M Higgine Norfolk Lisut C C Vaushan, Jr Franklin St Pauls Church A M Randolph Wil Beverly D Tucker Hytena Jesus Dabney Barton Ho Orundy Robert Whillet Board of Aldermen Miwa Gilbert K Follock Robert Lafain Key John Lanck Common Council Minere JB. Poindexter Wray Tly Richmond A. Tyler Brock Lewis Brander Richmond Light Infantry Biure Bergt Berg Eponce Seventieth Regiment of Industry Carlton McCarthy WM .Turpin EM Hayes K E Ll. Michie Jamestown Supernos Creeks Johnston Berton Myers Cilteme—Ool Archer Anderson Mal D Myers Cot Wiikey H. Palmer BD Taylor Joke Bier Taylor Milyson Jedgh Jomo Keith Depa Huston George Hoes William A Anéereen Oph Jokai Purcell Alfred B Will

Petersburg Gathers for Gen. Lee Death Funeral

A May 1890 gathering of Petersburg citizens at the YMCA Hall, led by Mayor W M Jones, produced a resolution praising Gen. Robert E. Lee as a soldier, statesman, and diplomat. Lieut George Mason Lee arrived from San Francisco to attend his father’s funeral, and Gen Lee’s body moved to St Paul’s Church after the service at the city hall rotunda.

Jones W Starr P Hill Gen Lee George Mason Lee San Francisco S T Panl

Clash Over Mayor Election Delays Wilmington City Government

In Wilmington North Carolina factions within the Democratic controlled city council clash during organization for the new administration. Col A M Waddell is tabbed as mayoral candidate with potential casting vote influence. Opposition seeks restraining order as five allies of Waddell induct him amid procedural disputes and a train trip to Clinton for court action.

Wilmington N. C Democratic Party Col A M Waddell Col Waddell Clinton Superior Court O Hallen

Treasurers Removal Sought for Malfeasance in Poll Tax

Legal notice filed in Norfolk Circuit Court seeks removal of Treasurer Lyons for misfeasance and malfeasance in office. Plaintiffs claim he obstructed poll tax payments for opponents and facilitated payments for supporters, including withholding receipts from distant voters. Charges tie to factional feuds between Democrats and fusionists. a bill of complaint is returnable June 6 before Judge Portlock.

Washington Post Norfolk Nathaniel T Green W Lyons Norfolk County W N Portlock Circuit Court Lyons Aherl Itty Washington M Doster J B Fentress B B Bott A B Carney H .W Cobb Z & Kei Green Nicholas Ja Anid Portlock

TURNS STATE'S EVIDENCE POST OFFICE ROBBERS TESTIMONY

A Vermont prisoner testifies before a United States grand jury in the cases of John Agama James Delay and Charles Cross with post office robbery charges. He has aided numerous convictions and may receive a gubernatorial pardon. Also noted are the suicide of John Gay a Norfolk railroad conductor and the election of a new Charlotte police chief H C Trwin for two years.

Mont Washington Post Norfolk John McCarthy Vermont State Penitentiary United States Grand Jury John Agama Jack James Delay Charles Cross Charles Blackburn McCarthy Vermont Newfane Bank Winton County BneciRs Wrashems Huntington Wva May John Gay Norfolk and Western Railroad Glenwood Kenova

Nervine Promise from Dr Miles Aids Nervous Prostration

A testimonial-style notice claims Dr Miles Nervine strengthens nerves to relieve nervous prostration fatigue sleeplessness and melancholy. It warns of related stomach bowel and liver troubles if untreated and quotes Mrs CH. Landriman Carthage endorsing the remedy and a money refund offer.

Miles Landri Carthage

Extradition Refused In Beating Death Case

Richmond Va May 3 The State of Virginia cannot yet secure Shepherd K Smith held for New York on a charge of beating his child to death In Manchester an officer sent on with extradition papers wires Albany officials did not consider the evidence sufficient to justify returning Smith Further evidence and some points of law have been forwarded by the Commonwealth attorney at Manchester.

Washington Post Richmond Virginia Shepherd K Smith New York Manchester Albany Smith

Confessed Murder in Went Virginia Arrested Roanoke

Dock Watson a colored man wanted in Kimball West Virginia for the murder of Core Lackey a negro woman shot in her home on Blaster Sunday night was arrested by Roanoke Police Officer Burnett and placed in Roanoke city jail He confessed to the crime while being taken to the station and West Virginia authorities have been notified for extradition.

Virginia Roanoke Washington Dock Watson Kimball W. Va Core Lackey Burnett West ‘Virginia

Galt Funds Benefit Deserving DC School Pupils Announced

At a board of education meeting a DC District Commissioners notice confirmed a William Galt bequest of 2000 principal and 3224 interest. Income funds medals or rewards for deserving male public school pupils, with expenditures by the board. Also, May 5 and 26 27 exams and staff changes noted at Franklin and M Street High School.

Board of Education Wiliam Galt District of Columbia Ita Ite M Street High Armstrong Manual ‘Training Convention Hall Franklin School EB J Bottes J G Lockwood R. J Vaughn Louis Chatfield R H McKim

Trustees authorize broader college organization at GWU

George Washington University trustees authorize creating Columbian College for liberal arts with BA degrees and the Washington College of Technology under the new charter. The American Federation of Labor exhibits will get a separate room in the university building. Memorial Hall plans by the Georges Washington Memorial Association are submitted for award.

George Washington University Columbian College Washington College of Technology American Foderation of Labor St Louie University Georges Washington

Protest Against Confirmation Of Wells As Chief Clerk

The Bureau of American Republics board postponed confirmation of Wells after a protest by Enrique Bogex, a Latin American, prompting the delay to a future meeting. Judge Magoon will depart for Panama. Gov Wright’s report on Philippine railroad prospects delays bids. Immigrant inspector Peargent heads to New Orleans. immigration plans may extend to Galveston. Senator Martin canceled campaign stops in Virginia to attend General Swan’s funeral.

Bureau of American Republics Bureau of American Republica Mnrique Bogex Wella Bureau Mir Walla Smattar Charles Magoon Canal Zone Panama Shonta Wallace Frank Peargent Genpare New Orleans Galveston Tex Philippine Railroné Taft Gov Wright Manila Philippine Railroad Prospect J Bue

Commencement at Deaf Institute Honors Sign Language Graduates

Graduates of Gallaudet College were presented as candidates during yesterday afternoon’s commencement at the Columbia Institution for the Deaf and Dumb Kendall Green. Gen A W Greely delivered a detailed address on labor, effort, and spirituality, with orations by students and faculty interpreters assisting the presentation in sign language.

Columbia Institution For the Deaf and Dumb Kendall Green Gallaudet College Justice Brewer Hearetary Hitchcock Interior Department Gordon Howard University A W Greely George Williamson Smith Trinity College C O Dantser All Soule’ Church For the Deaf Philadelphia Loula J Davis Charles Bradley EB M Gallaudet Orvis Dantner American Edward Hume Garrett Illinois Emma Gertrude Morae Nebraska George Brown Maryland Charlotte Hmma Hall Finais Beience Oliver Clyds Stevens Michigan Lilian Swift Utah Gallaudet Greely Navy Arta Winfield & Runde Gallaudet Gallage Hzra Norma Feliona Henry August Quitmeyer Concorda College Indiana Nelte Nichol Monmouth College Twinois Mary Eugenia Thornton Isbell Codege Alama Anna West Y Allen Paul Henry Erd Helen Bay Firh Ferend Hume Garrett Charlotte Emma Hall William Branley Hunter Otto Credon Meunier Emma Gertrude Morse Oliver Clyde Stevens Lillian Swift Howard Edgar ‘Thompson Frederick College Annie Rebecca Kiesel Central

Ambassador McCormick Signals Possible Triple Alliance

Paris May 3 The Temps reports Ambassador McCormick’s remarks on his credentials presentation as timely reassurance of strong Franco American ties. It notes his praise of Anglo French rapprochement and hints at a potential triple understanding among France the United States and Great Britain for peace. The Journal Des Debats also discusses his speech favorably.

Paris McCormick The Temps Loubet France United States Great Britain Cng Journal Des Debats Alan MaCormick

Cornell Alumni Election District of Columbia Officers Named

The Cornell Alumni Association of the District of Columbia met at the University Club to elect officers for the coming year. Dr Daniel E Salmon was chosen president and the slate includes H H Burroughs first vice president, H Patric second vice president, R HE Maeden third vice president, L C Graton secretary treasurer, with Dr L O Howard Delbert H Droker and Frederick Coville named members-at-large. Fire chase by gasoline explosion at Macy Bros lunch room 48 M Street NW. William Thompson burned slightly while trying to fight the blaze.

District Association Cornell Alumni Association District of Columbia University Club Daniel E Salmon H H Burroughs H Patric R HE Maeden L C Graton L. O Howard Delbert H. Droker Frederick ‘V Coville Macy Bros M Street William Thompson

Chaffee Heads Loyal Legion Officers Elect At Meeting

Gen Adna R. Chaffee was elected commander of the District commandery of the Loyal Legion at a recent annual meeting held at Kausher's. John W. Foster presided as ex-secretary of state. A historical paper on the Navy During the Civil War was read by Rear Admiral Francia J. Higginson, followed by a buffet supper and a session of reminiscences and anecdotes. The meeting adjourned to convene in November.

Snga Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States Kauscher's Han John W Foster Loyal Legion Adua R. Chaffee United Mator Army John W. Wester William P Huxford U B A Henry V Boynton Agua K Chatfoo Thowand Gelfringe Gesond Lyman F W Cushing United Biazen Volunteers Rtp Camma Uo S & Retired Piret Ligut Willem 8 Bhalleborger United Gretee Volunteers Lucian Jones Inheritanes Francia J Higginson Weehington Navy Yard

Appleton Defeats Hancock for S A R Presidency in Contested Vote

Gen Appleton of Massachusetts defeats James Denton Hancock of Pennsylvania for the presidency of the Sons of the American Revolution after a spirited contest. A motion to support a Washington National University failed. An appropriation to mark George Wythe’s grave was adopted, and the society plans to meet in Boston next year with meeting place left to managers.

Appleton George Wythe St John's Churchyard Richmond Va Boston Board of Managers

Society of Colonial Wars Elects Officers for Three Years

The Society of Colonial Wars named officers for a three year term in New York. Frederick de Peyster was governor. Howland Fall secretary general. Samult V Hofman deputy. G Van Amringe attorney. W MacPherson deputy. David Lewis, kath of Ponsmuiy Tegis ter general. George N Meckenzie Nutourian general. Dr J G Mumford chancellor general. Fras T B Woolney chancellor of Connecticut. Rev William Lawrence surgeon general. Also reports on the Church Choral Concert at the Lafayetter Theater for the Holiday House fund, featuring 100 voices, the Brabat Mater, and performances by Mia Grove and Mia Zimmerman with Mr Joan van Hulsteyn on violin. tickets at Philpittes agency, 65 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Society of Colonial Wars New York Society of Colonial Ware Yeere Qovernor Frederick de Fayetar Ylea Govermor Howland Fall Samust V Hofman G van Amringe Alt Weaturer Aspera W MacPherson David Lewis Kath Ponsmuiy Tegister George N Mecken Church Choral Society Lafayetta Theater Washington Girls' Friendly Society John Heyburn Mins Washburn Simon Pergolesi Soloista Mia Grove Mia Zimmerman Philadelphia Bach Cincinnati Worcester NHB Krehbiel New York Tribune Thia New York Times Bethlehem Zimmerman Aines Haydn Joan van Hulsteyn Holland Vendsen Spohr Tartin Otto Simon Philpittes Pennsylvenia

Bribery Charge Shocks Philadelphia Gas Lease Fight

A mass meeting at the Academy of Music read an affidavit by carpet maker Robert Dornan alleging bribery tied to the United Gas Improvement Company lease of Philadelphia gas works. It names Israel W. Durham and the Ridgway Syndicate, notes bid withdrawals for money, and calls for legal action to overturn the lease. Mayor Weaver opposes the proposed lease, with a nine member committee appointed to probe the charges.

Philadelphia United Gas Improvement Company Academy of Music Robert Dornan Ycape Israel W. Durham Ridgway Dornan Caffle Davit Dolan U G I Company PGE Way Syndicate U_GI Company John H Convarse Theas Charles Emory Smith William Potter Italy Rudolph Blankenburg John Weaver Israel W Durham Etty Gad United Gam Improvement Company

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