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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1908
Page
26
A late evening sighting near Elizabeth City North Carolina describes a heavier-than-air craft soaring briefly before darkness. Armed guards protected the operation as witnesses reported the craft lifting and disappearing into the night, with a red light seen overhead indicating ongoing tests.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a decree involving Mrs Patterson, a Baltimore woman, and a charge against a wealthy husband. The text is garbled with misread names and places, but references a missing appearance, complaints of abuse, and potential robbery. No clear dates or outcomes emerge from the damaged lines.
Nervous weakness and irritability described with poor sleep and low vigor. Miles Medical Co offers Dr Miles’ restorative to renew strength and calm nerves, with a money back guarantee if the first bottle fails to help.
Special to The Washington Post Bedford City Va May 4 defense counsel in the murder case of Mrs Edmonia Peebles have asked Halifax County Judge Barksdale to move the trial. The accused shot her husband last September then dragged his body into the woods after placing it on a mule. A prior trial ended in a hung jury and illness delayed further action while Peebles remains jailed. Attorneys RW Withers Nelson Sale and Judge Clarence Campbell represent her.
A frame building housing Martin Smiths shirtwater factory suffered extensive fire and water damage this afternoon. Fire origin unknown. A two story frame house on Owl Hess farm near Tomstown was destroyed by flames. The fire is believed to have been set by incendiaries.
Baltimore mayor dismisses two officials amid graft charges. Former congressman Rusk resigns as chair of the Democratic City Committee amid accusations tied to a contractor deal. The report cites broadened inquiries into street projects and council members connected to the controversy.
A local man faces embezzlement charges after alleged theft spanning two years. Authorities report a scheme involving funds from a company and personal accounts. The case is proceeding in district court with further hearings scheduled.
Fragmentary obituary notes an apparent self inflicted death with scattered names and places. The text references individuals such as Ambrose and Vaths, mentions events in May, and hints at legal or local notices amid a murky procession of identities and dates.
A local court acquitted a defendant in a murder case after a six week trial. The jury found the evidence insufficient for conviction and the defendant was released. Prosecutors planned no immediate appeal.
Fragmented OCR report notes a railroad related incident injuring a boy. The text appears garbled but mentions a collision or strike, a yard, and severe injuries from debris. Names, dates, and places are unreadable in the source.
A young farmer from Theney Crunts der is charged after a deadly act against his uncle during a der rally. Investigators report a violent confrontation during the event at Mountain Valley, with Jack Luws implicated in the fatal incident.
Finance committee of the city council tonight voted to sell stock of permanent series improvement brands to a list of banks as part of funding for running Sunday trains. Special to The Washington ast Martinsville Vale May. Norfolk and Western railroad jumping was to do fine by Justice of the Peace for reducing freight swams on Sunday.
In Rockville Maryland on May 4 municipal electors selected mayors and town councils amid a lively countywide contest. John A Garrett won Glen Hobo mayor by twenty votes, while Lee Olub was re elected in Rockville and John A Cannon won in Kendington with a strong showing.
An account describes Mr Bryce and party visiting Annapolis, meeting naval commanders, inspecting submarines, and touring the naval academy. The delegation, including ambassadors, is guided through departs and rooms, with emphasis on the naval displays and site visits.
A midshipman sustained a broken arm after a fall from a window in Tarrere Hall during a discussion on discipline. The incident involved others attempting a jump from a concrete ledge, with witnesses describing a sudden violent fall. Authorities say investigations are ongoing and no final determinations have been made.
An informal meeting of the National Conference on the Education of Backward Trent and Delinquent Children was held at Hampton Normal and Industrial Institute. About one hundred members, including Dobbs Ferry leader Mornsy Williams and officials from Glenn Mills and the Maine Industrial School, toured the normal school trade department before traveling to Richmond for further conference sessions.
The third quadrennial AME Church conference opened at St John s Church in Norfolk on May 4 with Bishop Wesley C Games presiding. Preliminaries, condolences for ill bishops, and opening sermons and welcome addresses dominated the morning.
James W. Garr a longtime Alexandria merchant died at his home on M 12 South Washington Street after a long illness He was about sixty six years old and is survived by his widow and three sons William G Carr of Washington and Silber and Joseph Carr of Bristow Vale He was a native of Loudoun County and spent much of his life in Alexandria He was a proprietor of the City Hotel and later ran a grocery business In the Civil War he served in the Confederate army The funeral party left for Bristow western route in the afternoon for interment following arrival at Union Station by Confederate Veterans camp officers.
Report covers a chaotic church convention and related sessions with discussions on charity, religious figures, and organizational challenges. It notes attendance by various leaders, mentions a Boston reading of a Rome theme, and reports a death at the National Soldiers Home with speculation about alcohol.
Ohio Adjutant General Critchfield returns from southern tobacco districts reporting a grave situation with raids feared and growers in a state of terror. He declines to reveal recommended actions or whether troops will be deployed, pending a clear definition of state powers.
Willard Walter Johnson a coal merchant and former postmaster and police commissioner died at his home 15 North Broadway Baltimore after two years of ill health. He was born in Baltimore and survived by widow Miss Nannie Hall and a son who died young. A coal company receiver had taken over on April 2. Johnson led Republican efforts and held Templar and Royal Arch roles.
Baltimore May 4 later members of the Methodist Episcopal conference convened in Baltimore to prepare for the general conference. Bishop J W Hamilton of Saint Trinuca Cal witnessed preside as the Episcopal address was completed and the Lorre Cin white tie meetings were expected to be held. The general board at Central of the Epworth League adjourned tonight with members of the Lroe district arranged to meet.
Leesburg May 4 William Mitchell aged seventy died Saturday at his home near Watson He served in the Eighth Virginia Regiment and is survived by his wife several sons and one daughter Williansburg May 4 H F Wynkoop aged fifty died He was a native of Loudoun County and survived by his wife a Miss Donegan of Williamsburg one son and many relatives Manville May 4 F H Parmer aged seventy three Confederate veteran died at his home after a long illness He leaves a wife and two children.
A 15 year old Montgomery County girl was severely wounded by a young black assailant near Elliston while two mules away from a rail station. A posse spread across the county as the suspect was seen near Shawsville and later arrested for identification. The girl remained conscious and named no suspect. the mob mood grew as the search continued.
Richmond May 4 The American Surgical Association held its annual convention at the Jefferson Hotel with 12 leading surgeons attending President William H Curmall of New Haven Conn presiding eminent visitors from England invited to lecture. Papers discussed stomach and intestinal surgery and acute traumatic conditions as members and Richmond physicians were entertained by Dr Bosker at the Westmoreland Club.
Five people were hurt when a private launch exploded while berthed at a quay Saturday afternoon. Among the injured were Coxswain Moory, Fireman Hkey Bla, and Helen Brewer, daughter of a U S Commissioner. Some crewmembers returned to duty. cause cited as failure of a priming winch supplying water to the boiler.
Danville area political contest ends as Frank Lumpkin, a young businessman and Republican committee chair, is named postmaster at Damalle after a long intra party battle that delayed the July 16 expiry of the previous appointee CT Barkedale. Also notes obituaries from Cumberland and Waynesboro and Hagerstown memorials.
A hunting hill residence near Rockville Maryland 5 year old Edna Taylor was accidentally shot and killed by her mother Mary Taylor while attempting to remove a cartridge from a par ter rifle. The child held a 5 month old baby as the accident occurred. State Attorney Waters ordered an investigation into the incident.
Annapolis May 4 The widow of Commodore Oscar S Badger and mother of Capt Charles J Badger superintendent of the Naval Academy died today at her son's home on the Academy grounds after months of ill health She is survived by two children Supt Badger and Mrs Eluett wife of Major General I Lott commandant of the United States Marine Corps The interment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery Washington DC on Wednesday
Comic Burd replies that he contributes to foreign papers, mentioning the London Tit Bits miscellany and the Chicago Tribune. Archie Paddon asks about Mr Stomin’s large feet, and Visa Capsicum-T notes he wears a mind size hat, a playful exchange in a quirky column.
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