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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1908

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16

Delegates consider bishop nomination at church convention

At the convention delegates debated the nomination of Bishop Brent. Rev George Fiske Dudley praised him as a fit churchman and was seconded by several ministers. Dr Pages motion to limit nominating addresses to five minutes passed amid debate as several speakers argued for concise brief remarks.

St. Thomas Brent Thomas Nelson Page Pages Page Highon Amin Shah Benest Smith Church of the A Lee Batore Brent Dr Smith

Pupils Present May Ball At Carrell Institute

About a hundred youngsters and as many adults attended a May Ball at Carrell Institute last night. The program featured vocal and instrumental numbers with many named pupils and masters listed among performers and prize winners.

Missida Hayes Carrell Institute Nimz Dheus Rosemiuy Bwertmiin Amy Margaret Berrs der Ty Myer Margaret Fitzgerald Gerikke Burke Hickenbeiner Eleanor Hb Lowse Bice Ella Lann Maybell Fams Ruth Aicpfer Frances Hayes Fstner Johnson Grace Johnson Elizabeth Marie Boher Higaland Marie Haes Glad Rai Clariette Hogan Tred Ntelfort John Fogan Dan Eli Ting Maste Thessey Glidys Rahn Ruth Wepre Rosemary Saretman

Osiris Lodge Visitation At Scottish Rite Hall

More than two hundred Masons from various lodges attended Osiris Lodge No 20 AMM’s annual visitation led by Grand Master Augustus B Coolidge at Scottish Rite Hall. William Lewis presided as master. visitors included John A Luthie and others as presentations and music followed speeches praising the lodge and plans for a new Masonic Temple.

Osiris Lodge Augustus B Goollige Scottish Rile Hall Coulidge Saul Wilam Tewis Osiris L . Wihimson Arthur Smith Dana & Howlard John A Luluthe Mastir Jamaqua Lodge Werth Leuisiivana Grand Mas Fuer

Visitor's skull fractured in city street collision

A guest identified as J O ramble, about fifty, staying at the Bikeley Elolcl, suffered a skull fracture and remained in serious condition at the Omer goer Hospital after being struck by an eastbound Colunbly Railway and Liedrie Company car near the Twelfth street New Lake avenue crossing. The incident occurred while Mr Gamble, accompanying Arkansas’ governor on a sightseeing trip, crossed near Twelfth Street and failed to see the approaching vehicle with Conductor Robert Ruor dan and Motorman WC Hazes.

Gapiol Street Arikeist Omergoer Hospital Gamble Arkansa Twelfto Street New Lake Axenle Colunbly Railway and Liedrie Company Clerge Robert Ruordan WC Hazes New York

Dieudonne Held In Police Court On Shooting Charge

Dieudonne is held in police court charged with firing shots at a burglar on April 24 in a disturbance near the residence of Officer Holmes. A bystander named Holmes was wounded in the arm. the incident followed a suspected burglary claim. The suspect faces an indictment for reckless use of a revolver.

Charles Pidlonne Ballectany Tite &Mbill Dieudonne Holmes Ei Aalmes

Mrs Garfield wins divorce in district court decree

Adna Garfield of Baltimore is ordered to pay $50 monthly alimony after a court decree for divorce on grounds of cruelty. Opal Louise Smith of Takoma Park sues for absolute divorce from Harry J Smith, seeking to resume her maiden name Opal J Horton. Maggie L Trammell granted absolute divorce from John H Trammell for desertion. they wed Jan 28 1855. Rupert S Hume petitions for receivership of Craycroft and Jarboe grocers. Catherine Heins wills probate leaves $600 to son Fayette and remainder to daughter with Katherine F Flammer named executrix.

Birs Adna Garfield Commerce and Labor Department Thomas G Garfield Justice Gold Istrict Supreme Court Garfield C. L. Smith Opal Louise Smith Takoma Park District Supreme Court Harry J Smith Opal J. Horton Maggie L Trammell Maretell Trammell John H Trammell Gould Trammell Catherine Heins Catherne Heins Eighth Street Fayette Katherine F Flammer Flammer Ag Executrix

Death of Robert H Payne Expert Engineer of Geological Survey

Robert Henry Payne a federal employee and expert engineer, long a foreman in the transferring department of the engraving division at the Geological Survey, died Tuesday at his home in Geslicet northeast. Born in London on March 2, he emigrated to the United States in early life, worked on Civil War era projects, and conducted a lithographic business in New York City and Canada. He was regarded as one of the finest in his trade, with a specimen of his work displayed at the Wallonil Museum.

Robert Kenry Paine Geological Survey Nlock M. Payne London England Columba . C New York Cit Wallonil Museum

Roosevelt Hosts Colonial Dames Convene at White House

President Roosevelt yesterday hosted members of the Colonial Dames of Anchies as they opened their biennial convention at the White House. The gathering began with a business session and luncheon break. Afternoon programs included Miss Boardman of the Red Cross and a ceremony to publish a book by Michard Henry Lee and to use its royal ties in future works. The meeting adjourned near 3 o clock after the morning session.

Roosevelt Ue Winte House Natworti Dames of Anchies Arigton Vestidas Covention Willam Rafin Cox Redmond Miss Boardman Ped Cross Society Michard Henry Lee

Epworth League Elects Officers at Gorsuch Church

At the Epworth League annual meeting of Gorsuch Methodist Episcopal Church on Tuesday evening, officers were elected led by President John L Ferguson. Elected vice presidents include Roscoe Maricle Hroest H Pullman, Mrs Jodi Goodrich, and Mrs C Crimea. secretary Miss Beulah Winter. treasurer Charles Whitton Jr. organists Mrs Crymes and Miss Winter. superintendent Junior League Mrs Web Lynn. Miss Nellie Ramby. The retiring treasurer reported receipts of 101.17 and expenses of 9135. Thomas Adams Lille Winter and Katzen Pullman were admitted to membership.

Epworth League Gorsuch Methodist Episcopal Church John L Ferguson Roscoe Maricle Pullman Jodi Goodrich C . Crimea Beulah Winter Charles Whitton Crymes Miss Winter Web Lynn Nellie Ramby Thomas Adams Lille Winter Katzen Pullman

Hood's Sarsaparilla Pure Medicine Ad

A vintage advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla restores appetite builds strength expels blood humors tones the stomach and cures tiredness. It asserts purity safety and compliance with the Pure Food and Drugs Law and promotes liquid or chocolate tablet forms priced at 100 doses for one dollar.

Hood

Fassett Conspiracy Probe Aims at Grand Jury Indictments

District Attorney Baker will present the Fassett Cassidy telegram case to the grand jury seeking indictments for conspiracy. Timberlake, exonerated by the inquiry, testified he added the word not but cannot explain why. Harvey Given’s report, aided by detectives and Western Union, will detail a possible conspiracy and may be used to pressure Senator Cassidy amid political stakes.

Timberlake Masset Baker Fassett-Cassidy Grand Jury Phin Harvey Given Western Union Company Julian Timberlake Capitol Shea Harvey Ghen

Festival at All Souls Church Evening in Japan program features

Prominent city musicians headline a spring festival at All Souls Church on Fourteenth Street. A Japanese exhibit of 209 decorative towels, described by Gen and Mrs O EF Wood, accompanied the event. Wood, ex US military attache, offered insights on Japan. Concerts featured Navia Hi Offo Tuebbert and others as the Parish Salon presented a varied program, with Doughty in charge.

Japan All Souls Church Gen O EF Wood Far Nipponan Wood United States Port

Weather Conditions From May 6 Outlook and Local Report

Weather Bulletin from the Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau describes continued rain and a shallow sea of cloud cover over the Mississippi Valley and Ohio regions. It forecasts mild to warmer conditions by Friday with rain in New England and the Lake region, plus fresh to brisk winds along Atlantic coasts and the lower lakes. Includes hour by hour temperatures, rainfall 0.37 inches, and tide tables for Washington area rivers.

Dept of Agricultue Weather Bureau Washington Wedinley Snce Mount Weather Mississippi Valley Uighis Indiana St Lawrence Valley Tims New England Atlantic Lake Middle Atlantic

Man Dies of Heart Disease in Drug Store

John C. Maid, 67, of Brightwood Avenue, collapsed in a Seventh Street drug store while awaiting a prescription for heart disease. He had been under medical care and died before aid could be given. The incident occurred near M Street around 8:40 PM and was attended by Dr. Warwick Evang.

J. &. McDonald Seventh McDonald

Fear of Centralized Power Warns Senate in Child Labor Bill Debate

Colorado Senator warns centralization threatens states rights and the republic, predicting danger if power is concentrated in a strong national authority. He cites Napoleon era tyranny and notes risk of future moves eroding state powers, urging vigilance against encroachment.

Colorado Teller Senate Ife Napoleon France Lawa

Greatest year for peace noted at New York meeting

At the Peace Society of New York annual gathering at the Hotel Astor Andrew Carnegie lauded Secretary of State for resolute negotiations and praised Edwin Mead of Boston. Carnegie was reelected president and Hughes named a vice president amid remarks on the Washington treaty with Japan.

New York The Peace Society Hotel Astor Andew Carnegie Carnegie Edwin J1 Mead Boston Washington Japan Curnegin Anot Hughes

Harmony Dominates New England Democratic Convention

The Democratic State convention opens at Faneuil Hall in Boston to nominate four delegates at large for Denver with Bryan support urged. George Fred Williams of Dedham leads the delegation to be shared, while John Morn of Boston Daniel W Doherty of Springfield and John W Coughin of Silver City are named among the other delegates. Frederick F Stinson of Dedham serves as president with plans for Bryan platform support.

Boston Faneuil Hall Denver William Jennings Bryan Fred Williams Dedlam John Morn Daniel W Doherty Springnetlound John VW Coughin Illiver Frederick F Stinson Dedham Seoien Dion Ard Eichadsen Aex Anardeit Brian

Funeral of Mrs Gilbert Misread in OCR

The funeral for Mrs Margaret Gilbert, 78, will be held this morning at the family home 2208 FP Street Northwest. She was found last Thursday near the Benning Bridge after being missing from her home the day before. Reverend Wells of Mount Vernon Methodist Episcopal Church will officiate. burial at Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers include her six sons and others. messages of condolence came from President Roosevelt and community figures. Her husband Chapman Gilbert survives with one daughter and five sons.

Magaret Giibert Nothwest Gilbert Benning Bridge Wells Mount Vernon Methodist Episcopal Church Teri Reynolds Ben T Ranhms Carl Clarunce Chapman Jr James Gilbert Jr Roosevelr Gilburt Metropolitan Baptist Church Truck Company Arc Department Chapman J Gilbert BH Resnoalds Charles Henry Wo Asa L Thomas Gibert Thomas He Gallert Mainess Henry Gilbert White House

Club of Grocers in City Arrives for Boston Convention

The Demer delegation to the Retal Grocers Association at Boston arrives in the city after 8 o clock last night. The group, styling itself as a club, includes Mrs Arneth Mr and Mrs HoH Areng Mr and Mrs Wik Ball and many others. They plan to attend the Boston convention and later sail to Norfolk, with a stop in Washington. The head of the club, Mr Ghuiner, presides over the Colorado State Grocers Association and will be a guest at Washington Rural Grocers Association events tonight.

Retal Grocers Association Boston New Willard Ant Wik Ball Kaaxter AY Heukwi Butler Woor Gherrier Miss Wolg Dane Mig Dane Georde Ro Henry Chars Hayden Mayden Vis J Henrys R Motrin Fred Meek Moekkikson I J Nolan Gag Reddish A Simon Sturgis Jains Quan Woh Traney Trark Joonson Miss Greding Ghuiner Clb Colorado State Grocers Del Sinion Ui Washington Rural Norfolk

Woodmen Elect Officers At State Camp Meeting

The Modern Woodmen state camp of Amerya District Columbus held a triennial session on 316 Penn Shinu Avenue SE. Delegates elected HAH Millard as state consul and B F Gibbs Clark as Sutherin physician, with Sutherin endorsed for reappointment and Cole chosen as state lecturer.

Amerya Columbu Penn Shinu Avinue AH Millard AR Talbot Peorla Willam Boteler Washington Charles Ho Potter Olubot Willard Columma Bateler Lincoln Chete West End Tibbs

Reprieve for Orchard Granted by Idaho Governor

Governor Gooding granted a reprieve until July 3 for Harry Orchard who was to be hanged Friday next week. The reprieve followed questions about the Idaho Pardons Board's authority to act on new matters at a special session. Frank Wyman, Orchard's attorney, had filed for a reprieve and the board was not to meet tonight. Governor Gooding promised a hearing by the board before any execution.

Goading Idaho Roise Gox Goading Harry Orchard Board of Pardons Frank Wyman Orchard Gooding Wyman

Land fraud witness testifies in Benson diamond case

San Francisco woman testifies she unknowingly signed documents tied to vast land claims. She described signing papers three years ago without knowing the client or purpose, later learning they referred to real estate of William Benson and associates. The district court heard arguments on motions for a new trial amid references to letters from Hyde and Benson and to land seizure in the Asti Priest Reserve.

San Francisco Miss Tile Flaishauer Johai Benson Benson Dimond Babey Hyde Jamond Washington Henser New York Wip Ny Crane Stuart Mchamuera

Veterans Meet with Bandholtz in Washington Visit

Local Spanish War veterans visit Brig Gen Harry H Bandholtz head of the Philippine Constabulary at the Ebbitt House. Bandholtz arrived in Washington to promote the merger of the Veteran Army of the Philippines with the United Spanish War Veterans of the United States. Dozens including Gen Humphries and Rep. Gardner Mosa expected at a reception hosted by Capt King and G A R Camp officers. Finance committee of the Washington Playground Association reports small donations from multiple supporters.

Bandholtz Philippine Constabulary Harry H Bandholtz Ebbitt House Bandholz Washington Veteran Army of the Philippines United Spanish War Veterans of the United States Hale Ligon King Bandhollz Andraw Burt Thomas A Green J Walter Mitchell Henry W Lawton King Humphries Harmes Gardner Mosa Wylie

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