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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1905

Page

2

Delegates Tour Capitol as Railway Congress Opens

Foreign delegates at the International Railway Congress visit the Capitol in Washington. They study the Senate chamber and Library of Congress, remark on seating and decor, then view the Capitol and rotunda with keen, curious interest. The American Railway Appliance Exhibition draws tickets and crowds, prompting organizers to prepare transport for attendees.

International Railway Congress House of Representatives Capitol Howard F. Kennedy Capitol Guides House Europa Rotunda Library of Congress Congress Congression Theater Chamber Monument Ovary Wayn and Works Crosstlea Amerton J W Kendrick Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Mr Hauser Once of Way Southera France France Autopmting F EH Spring India Ralle Anerica P H Dudley New York Cantral and Hudson River Railway Germany Netherlands Roumanie Rusia Denmark Sweden Norway Bwitvriod J. W Post Nether Jandy State Railway Okner Courtrlee Ms van Bognart Bolpian State Railwaye Society For the Survey of Railwaye Ohie Holling Brook Budsech America J KE Mubfield Laitimers Rallred Edouard Skavage Ootatl Tag Onglaver Weuters Railway Francs A W Sullivan Loa Imoia Central Rallian Great Eastern Railway W. H. Myde Ragland A. H. Plant Southern Rail Rupsle Jean de Richter Tus Bt Petareburg-Wareaw Stoperiel Russia Chevalier von Lohr Sugisest Nord Xmperour Fertinand Austria New Willard Hotel Capital Traction Company New Willard Southern Railway Company Senate Chamber Supreme Court Room Capt Kennedy Capitol Rotunda Beatty Dome Statuary Hall Ekcolamvatong Deska Congressional Library American Railway Appliance Exhibition Cay Pourteenth D Streete Southwes Tr Eesiog Seaa

Reception and Exhibition Details At Willard Ball Room

Informal reception and dance last evening at the New Willard Hotel honor­ing exhibitors from a appliance show. Committee members listed. French Ambassador and Mme Jusserand to host Monday reception for congress delegates. Admission logistics altered due to Washington residents’ demand for personal visits, 10000 tickets ordered for agency distribution.

New Willard Hotel W. Martin W. R. Gavener L. A. Shepard F. K. Shults George H. Bryant Mark A. Roas Mme. Jusserand Washington Post J. B. Fenwick Lemon Building Willard Hotel Mbrary

One Rail Car Hybrid Plan Captures Ampartean Exhibition

Editor and engineer Charlee Whiting Baker unveils a novel transport system at Ampartean Railway Appliance Exhibition. A single rail supports a balanced eight ton freight car using ordinary wagon wheels on gravel or broken stone alongside the rail. Cost estimates claim construction at 2000 to 8000 dollars per mile, far cheaper than standard rail or macadam roads. The design, by Charles Whiting Baker of New York City, draws wide engineer attention at the convention.

Charlee Whiting Baker Ampartean Charles Whiting Baker New York City Engineering News

Horse Betrayed Fugitive Captured in Baltimore

Word reached Captain Boardman that J. W. Russell alias Frank J son, wanted for larceny in this city, was captured in Baltimore yesterday afternoon. He allegedly stole a horse and buggy from John Dugan of 3201 M Street NW. Russell claimed he sold the buggy and harness for $3 and will be brought back today to stand trial.

Boardman Baltimore J. W. Russell Frank J.son Ruppell John Dugan M Street Dugan Roasell

Stolen goods shipped to Baltimore fraud case arrestee named Gearns

In Baltimore George W Gearns, 26, was arrested by Detectives Peck and Pratt on a charge of fleeing justice after theft of 8500 dollars in clothing. Pohler brought him from the marine barracks. Gearns allegedly stole 500 dollars of clothing and jewelry, goods shipped to Washington by express and later returned to Baltimore as evidence.

Baltimore George W. Gearns Peck Pratt Pohler Ami Reo Gearna Marine Barracks Washington Express Baltimo

Catholic University to reorganize under Grannan leadership

Board of studies meets as Very Rev Charles Grannan is named vice rector to supervise academic work and reorganize the university. Mgr O Connell suffers strain from Waggarian failure and takes rest. Apostolic Mission House reports strong finances and Catholic outreach gains with non Catholics drawn by missions.

Board of Studies Apostolic Mission House Catholic University School of Philosophy Farley New York Ryan Philadelphia Mees Covington Harkins Providence Charles P. Grannan Philip J. Garrigan Bronx City Grannan Leo XIII Biblical Commission Rome Canada Mgr O’connell Conalder Harding Dyer St Mary's Seminary Baltimore Taylor Dilcott the Pauliats Doyle Robert A. Johnston Milwaukee Robert 8. Johnston

Leanto Case Concludes Self-Inflicted Shot Incident

Gov Montague of Virginia replies to the State Department on the Italian Joseph Leanto death near Lorton Virginia. The district attorney led the investigation and concluded Leanto was shot with his own pistol while resisting lawful arrest. The finding aligns with a Justice Department special agent. The State Department sent the statement to the Italian Embassy awaiting the Italian Ambassador’s return to Washington.

Gov Montague Virginia State Department Joseph Leanto Lorton Alexandria Department of Justice Leanto Washington Fhr South

Taft lecture cited misrepresented by the Post review

The Post’s abstract of Secretary of War Taft’s Friday lecture before the Geographic Society misled readers by implying he attacked Alleyne Ireland and A R Colquhoun. Taft criticized John Foreman’s Fortnightly Review piece as unworthy but did not condemn Ireland or Colquhoun. Ireland is praised for important colonial work.

John Foreman Ireland Seiguhous Taft Geographic Society Alleyne Ireland A. R. Colquhoun Ocean Walls Mars Colquhorn Fortnightly Review Foreman Bir Therotary

Maybrick land case at issue as Baroness von Roques' daughter injured in NY

Deposition hearing in the Caroline von Roques versus Davis Armstrong land suit resumed in Washington. Key witnesses John Walters and H A Hettmuller examined. questions over attorney client dealings and payments. Baroness von Roques may reside near Virginia. her daughter Mrs Maybrick injured in New York, possibly unable to attend proceedings.

Caroline von Roques H. A. Hettmuller J. Pattin Walters Supreme Court of the District of Columbia Davis W. Armstrong Mme. von Roques Armstrong Hellmuller Hayden Reasiot Rouen France Hon Jr. Potter America Vailays Annes Europe United States Potter Mimi anid t_& Potter Caroline HE. Ron “Roques Meyers Transacton Armatrong Maybrick Neecap New York Inichmond Baroness von Roques

Weather and Art Scene Highlight Local Notice

Weather report from Washington tracks disturbances across Northern Texas to Western Ontario with showers and thunderstorms in several regions. Colder in Lake region and Midwest, warmer in mid Atlantic, with warnings along Gulf and Atlantic coasts. A local feature promotes a painting exhibit titled The SO OF ae Evil i fanishment detailing life-like figures. inviting viewership with promising execution.

Dent. of Agriculture Weather Bureau Washington Ontario South Atlantic Tonnotsee Lake Middle Atlantic Rocky Mountain Missouri Valley Kansas Guit Hout Atlantia New England Lake Region Ondo Valley Tates Florida Atlante Farallon Telands Point Lonca Point Reyes Talniall Kann,Bons & Co

Garden party and cavalry contest at McLean Summer Villa

Outdoor charity event at the Home for Incurables attracted hundreds with lawn activities, tea booths, and a Marine Band. Cavalry drill, jumping contests, and hunter classes drew acclaim, though Miss Graf’s horse fell once but she remained unhurt and resumed competition.

John R. Molen Priendship Home For Incurables Maida George Lathrop Bradley Oliver Cromwell Peyton Rungell Ralph Jenkins William A. Slater Mre. Gaff Francois Berner Mora Mra T. C. Woyer Mise Harlan

Dr Hartman Offers Summer Catarrh Treatment by Mail

Advertises Dr Hartman aecologist directing treatment for women with female disease during summer months by correspondence. Medicines prescribed can be obtained at drug stores with confidential letters. Includes testimonials from women in Montreal Buffalo and St Louis praising Peruna and Hartman treatments for catarrhal disorders and pelvic organ complaints.

Hartman Peruna Manchester Prince Arthur St Montreal Can Perma Hyaidlan Ferrie Nelie @auth Taru-18 Hxna_ Moore Elm Street Buffalo N.Y Edna Moore Misa Wimelie A. Haberkorn Grevels Ave St Louis

Unclear Auction Listings of Hunters and Owners

Fragmentary OCR lists numerous hunters and horse owners with names such as Lois Huntington Misa Field Chapple Lee and Reginald Hulde koner. The text mixes owner labels and horse names like Blazeaway Devil-to-Get Lola Huntington Cerrol and Little Duchess, lacking coherent context or event details.

Q_ RB Fortescue Cortland H. Smith Alexandria Ned ‘McLsan Col Robert Nevill Huttera Alose Clave 1 Reginald Holdswen Clarence Moore Epilone Robert R Wallach Mim Newlands Rajah H. &. Ewart Pierra Lori Frederic L. Hutdekoper M. Clas Mele Chapperas Frederic L. Huidekoper Charity O'Malley Rogere Wetmara Torwine John Merrime Mr Dooley Chesiar Carr Dooiey Twine Mra. C. H. i Zohmatte A. A. Bouters Misa Wists AL A. Snyder Rooster Wan Preston Gibsot Lois Huntington Misa Field Chapple Lee Mra C HL

Delta Chi Annual Dinner Highlights Georgetown Alumni

Georgetown University Chapter of Delta Chi Legal Fraternity held its annual banquet at Rauscher's. Distinguished alumni and Georgetown law faculty attended, with Robert J. Kennedy serving as toastmaster. Portraits of fraternity ideals and remarks by notable guests marked the evening.

Georgetown University Delta Chi Legal Fraternity Rauscher Delta Chi Stuart McNamara Law Faculty Georgetown J. Nora McGill D. W Baker R. Ross Perry, Jr Charley A. Douglass Robert J. Kennedy Charley W. Fairbanna George B. Corteiyou Lawrence Murray Harry Mt Clabaugh Charles ‘A. Douglas R. Rose Perry, Jr Allmuth Charles Worth A. 2. Berry W. W. Bride Lom A. Quark H. W John C. Hanway Charles J. Howeton Charles J. Kane Norman J. Kopmeier Halty Lusk Robert A. Macrer Daniel F. McGrowan John Parrott Claude &. Welkert Charles F Williams Phil A Geau Charles J. Houston Charles J Kane

Clothing and Shoes Missing at 1180 Third Street

James Penney reported to the Ninth precinct that a negro man entered his home yesterday at 1180 Third Street Northeast and took two suits of clothing and a pair of dhogs. A neighbor saw a man in the back yard and a search is under way toward Willow Alley Southwest as the family is away.

James Penney Ninth Precinct Third Street Willow Alley

Woman Run Down by Automobile on Northwest Streets

Anne Patton, an aged woman, was struck by an automobile at Fourteenth and L streets northwest. The car, owned by George Hass, traveled on Pennsylvania Avenue northwest. Patton suffered head and shoulder injuries, was taken to Emergency Hospital in an unconscious state, and is expected to recover from shock.

Anne Patton Fourteenth George Hass Pennsylvania Avenue Martin

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