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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1908
Page
18
Thomas J Sullivan aged 22 identified with a branch of service for forty years, dies in less than a week from pneumonia, with employer Mr Cortelyou paying tribute. The memorial notes his service and the community memory of his passing.
An active executive officer and director was recognized for faithful service. His leadership yielded harmonious operations and personal loyalty. He knew every detail of the business, inventing many devices, and championed a new building funded by the House of Representatives as a monument to his foresight.
New York reports a sophisticated jewel thief using a fake payment method to steal diamonds worth thousands. The scheme involved rolling large denomination bills with a rubber band, then returning a silver dollar to correct a supposed shortfall before fleeing with the remaining cash and jewelry.
A local finance committee reports numerous contributions to the Playgrounds Association fund for maintaining twenty plus playgrounds. Total donations for the year rise above previous sums, with many individuals and families listed as contributors, highlighting broad community support.
A Lakewood hospital statement today described former president Cleveland’s deteriorating condition as worrisome. Dr Bryant, who accompanied him, returned to New York, while Miley Lockwood stayed with Cleveland’s wife Mrs Cleveland, who did not leave the hotel during the day.
Fragmented OCR text shows a charity drive underway with calls to support those in need. Mentions names such as Mary Fo Hop rin, Mrs Maham Biden, Mrs HC Per, and others like Linica Fo Leupp, Jone, Sara Mig, Mes Philp, Doig in a wartime relief context.
A disjointed OCR fragment references department of justice actions and Hepburn act tie ins. It mentions attorney General and legislative material, with hints of a significant case and intent to proceed soon, though details are sparse.
A steamer wrecked by a rogue wave during a storm sent eleven sailors overboard as the vessel became waterlogged. Survivors attempted to launch lifeboats and rafts and one man reportedly saved a leg injury while others perished before the crew was rescued ashore. The Minnet Arioa was bound from Aberdeen to San Francisco with lumber.
Aged 109, Mr Whippie died suddenly last night from a brain hemorrhage. Born March 1, 1799 in Cattaraugus County, he joined Gen. Fremont’s exploring party, served in the Civil War, and remained a lifelong bachelor. He is remembered for his endurance and loyalty.
Muskegon event reports Charles Moore Wabley, a young local millionaire known for his labor ties, severely injured by a dynamite blast last week. Specialists warned last night he may lose vision in both eyes.
R and G Corsets priced from 1.00 to 3.00 are offered as seconds with minimal flaws. Made of batiste and coutil in various bust and hip styles, including new models with garters attached. Values up to 3.00, today only on bargain table main floor, at 69 cents.
An official report from a biology instructor at M Street High School states frogs were killed before dissection and not vivisected. He notes reflex leg movement occurred after death and asserts no vivisection occurred in the course, addressing accusations amid an inquiry across colored schools.
A commemorative meeting for Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz organized by the Senate for Philosophical Inquiry will take place this afternoon at George Washington University. Noted educators will deliver addresses reflecting on Leibniz and his contributions.
A man named Richie Sutton was jailed three months in the workhouse for carrying a concealed weapon. He was also fined $50 in default, with arrest records from the First Precinct. Plan Missionary Lawn Fete invitations were issued at Washington Cor Lose College campus for Thursday evening. Musical entertainment by the United States Marine Band is planned. Speed law violation cost Roy Morgan $49 total after a chase. Morgan claimed brake failure prevented stopping. Postal Progress League to meet at the New Willard tonight with speeches by Postmaster General Meyer and others.
Sarsaparilla advertised as the one great blood purifier and appetite builder. Claims cures for blood diseases stomach troubles and kidney issues, with strength-boosting effects. Promotes buying today from druggists in liquid form or chocolate coated tablets called Sarsatabs.
This excerpt praises The Post as the leading newspaper published in the capital. It notes comprehensive financial news and market reports for merchants and financiers, farming guidance for producers, and varied reading for leisure, highlighting the Sunday Morning Edition.
The Sunbay Post is extolled as superior to other Sunday papers with selective foreign news, thoughtful features, and distinguished writers. It claims the Washington Post has no equal in quality, while the illustrated magazine and timely foreign coverage are highlighted.
The Sporting Department of Tue Post prides itself on chronicling every outdoor and indoor sport across climes. It reports baseball results, races, billiards, auto contests, yacht events, boating, golf, tennis, swimming and more in an accurate comprehensive pink Sunday section.
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