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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1908

Page

7

Delegates Again Seek Bishop as Nominations Begin

Delegates convene to elect a bishop after yesterday's contest. Rev George Fiske Dudley nominated Bishop Brent, praised as a capable churchman. Speakers urged brief nominating addresses and clarified qualifications for high office amid debate and procedural motions.

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

Pupils Present At Wax May Ball At Carrell Institute

A large turnout of about two hundred attended a May Ball at Carrell Institute last night. The program featured vocal and instrumental numbers, with students Rosemary Bwertman Amy Margaret Ber rs Der ty Myer and many others performing. Crowd included numerous adults as masters and mistresses, prizes awarded for singing and dancing selections, and excitement over ticket sales and entertainment.

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 Installs With Grand Master Visit

More than two hundred Masons from various lodges attended the annual initiation of Osiris Lodge No 20 in Scottshire Hall. Grand Master Augustus B Coolidge presided as Wilam Lewis, lodge master, welcomed guests and noted plans for a new Masonic Temple. visitors included John A. Luthethe and other grand lodge officers.

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 fracture after street crossing accident

J OW a 50 year old guest at the Bikeley Elolcl hospital after a fall and skull fracture from being struck by an east bound railway car near Twelfth street and New Lake Avenue. The injury is serious. Mr Gamble accompanied the Arkansas governor on a trip and witnessed the incident 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 Firearm Charge

Dieudonne was held in police court on charges of firing shots at a suspected street burglar, Charles Pidlonne, on April 24. The incident, linked to a gunfight near the residence of Officer Holmes, wounded Holmes’s arm and wounded the burglar’s perception of a hit.

Charles Pidlonne Ballectany Tite &Mbill Dieudonne Holmes Ei Aalmes

Mrs Garfield Divorces Thomas G Garfield by Decree

In a District Supreme Court ruling Justice Gold granted a divorce to Adna Garfield from Thomas G Garfield citing cruelty. Alimony set at 50 dollars monthly. Garfield reportedly now resides in Baltimore. Opal Louise Smith of Takoma Park seeks absolute divorce from Harry J Smith for infidelity and plans to resume her maiden name. Maggie L Trammell granted absolute divorce from John H Trammell for desertion and nonsupport. Rupert S Hume seeks appointment of a receiver for Craycroft and Jarboe grocers. Catherine Heins of Eighth Street Southeast files will probate, leaving 600 dollars to her son Fayette and the residue to her daughter 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 Grocery Farm Rupert S Hume Frank Hume Catherine Heins Catherne Heins Eighth Street Fayette Katherine F Flammer Flammer Ag Executrix

Death of Robert H Payne Expert Engineer and geologist

Robert Kenry Paine, longtime foreman in the Geological Survey engraving division, died Tuesday at his home in Newark. A native of London born March 2, he came to the US early in life, worked in Civil War era lithography, ran a New York Cit y and Cand in NY lithographic business, and was regarded as a premier printer. His work is exhibited at a local museum.

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

Colonial Dames Convene at White House Meeting

President Roosevelt hosted members of the Colonial Dames of Anchies to open their annual convention at the White House. The morning session included business, poetry, and luncheon. Miss Boardman, president of the Red Cross Society, was slated to speak in the afternoon. Aiana publication plans were announced, and the session adjourned around 3. The event will resume tomorrow at 10 in the morning.

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

Epworth Leaguers Elect New Officers at Gorsuch Church

At the Epworth League annual meeting of Gorsuch Methodist Episcopal Church on Tuesday evening officers were elected. John L Ferguson was named president with Roscoe Maricle Hroest H Pullman as vice presidents. Miss Beulah Winter became secretary and Charles Whitton Jr treasurer. Organists are Mrs Crymes and Miss Winter. Junior League superintendent is Mrs Web Lynn with Miss Nellie Ramby as aide. The retiring treasurer reported receipts of 101.17 and expenses of 91.35, and 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 Claim

An advertisement promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a pure medicine that restores appetite, builds up strength, expels humors, tones the stomach, and cures tiredness. It notes conformity with laws and markets Sarsatabs in liquid or chocolate tablet forms, offering 100 doses for one dollar.

Hood

Fassett Conspiracy Probe Indicts Likely in Capitol Telegram Case

District Attorney Baker plans to present the Fassett Cassidy telegram case to the grand jury for possible indictments charging conspiracy. Timberlake asserts he inserted the word not and was not approached or paid. he exonerates himself while acknowledging the sworn statement will be used in the grand jury presentation. A comprehensive report by Harvey Ghen is being prepared to reveal possible conspiracy connections and timing around the racing bill and Senator Cassidy’s political vulnerability.

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

Evening in Japan at All Souls Church Prominent City Musicians Present

Festival at All Souls Church Fourteenth and L streets featured an elaborate program under Parish Salon. Highlights included a 209-piece Japanese exhibit with towels depicting scenes, symbols, and Nipponese life, and a lecture by Gen and Mrs O F Wood on Japanese culture and wartime events. A concert followed with performers such as Navia Hi Offo Tuebbert, Emma Koor, Roberta Hope Amies Hern don Moisell Arthur, Hammondeibert, Frank Byram, Willand Green, Willem E Green, and Ralyt Barnard. The Parish Union executive committee oversaw the event with Doughty Ue presiding and Jerome Lightfoot assisting.

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

Weather Conditions From Washington May 6 Forecast

Dept of Agriculture Weather Bureau in Washington reports a rainy spell since early May limiting mountain rise to two feet and suggesting calm air and a light eastward boat movement. A developing storm may affect Indiana and the St Lawrence Valley with a northeastward track toward the Great Lakes and New England. Rain likely Thursday across New England and the Lake region with warmer temperatures later. winds along the Atlantic coast will shift from southeast to northwest. Local observations show temperatures around 48 at midnight to 48 in the morning, rainfall 0.37 inches from pm to 8 pm, with no sun. Tide times listed for the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers indicate muddy conditions near Harpers Ferry.

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

Falls Death in Seventh Street Drug Store

John C. Maid, aged 67, of Brightwood Avenue, collapsed and died of heart disease while waiting for a prescription at a drug store on Seventh and M streets. He had earlier visited Dr Warwick Evang at 1105 Ninth Street NW for a prescription and worked at the Sombre Home. The clerk found him dead on the floor.

J. &. McDonald Seventh McDonald

Senator Warns of State Rights Erosion in Child Labor Debate

Colorado Senator warned in the Senate that centralizing federal power over child labor could erode state rights and threaten the republic. He cautioned against insidious encroachments that could transform government, comparing risk to tyranny and noting danger lies in diminishing state powers rather than expanding federal authority.

Colorado Teller Senate Ife

Greatest Year for Peace Declared at New York Meeting

At the Peace Society of New York annual gathering at the Hotel Astor Andrew Carnegie lauded Secretary of State for loanable work in recent treaties. Edwin Mead of Boston noted the Washington treaty with Japan as a major landmark. Carnegie was reelected president and Hugh Hughes named a vice president.

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

Harmony in Bay State at Democratic Convention in Boston

Democratic State convention opens at Faneuil Hall to nominate four delegates at large for Denver. Unified backing for Bryan resolutions and a united slate led by George Fred Williams. Delegates include John Morn of Boston Daniel W Doherty of Springfield John W V Coughlin of Everett Frederick F Stinson of Dedham. Brian supporter to present platform.

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 Follows Exposure Death in City

Funeral arrangements for Mrs Margaret Gilbert, aged 78, of 2208 FP Street Northwest, who died of exposure, are set for this morning at the family home. Pastor Wells of Mount Vernon Methodist Episcopal Church will officiate. burial at Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers include family members and local officials. among donations noted are from President Roosevelt and church groups.

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 in Boston arrives in the city around evening time with a large party listed, including Mr and Mrs Arneth, Mr and Mrs Wik Ball, and many others. The head of the club, Mr Ghuiner, leads as president of the Colorado State Grocers, and they plan to attend the Washington Rural Grocers Association event after meeting in Boston. They will board a steamer for Norfolk tonight and return to Boston later.

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 Session

The Modern Woodmen of America district camp in Columbus held a triennial session at 316 Penn Avenue SE. Delegates elected JW Sutherin as state consul and B F Gibbs as Clark JW Sutherm reelected state physician. JW Cole named state lecturer and C I Davison appointed major commanding in the uniform rank.

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 Delays Idaho Hanging

Governor Gooding grants a reprieve until July 3 for Harry Orchard amid questions about the Idaho Pardons Board's authority. A special session was not held and Orchard’s attorney Frank Wyman submitted a petition for reprieve. The governor pledged Orchard would receive a hearing by the board before any execution.

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

New Land Fraud Witness Testifies in Benson Trial

San Francisco woman Flaishauer testified she unknowingly signed papers related to land fraud tied to Johai Benson. She described signing documents without understanding them and later learning they concerned fake claims of school lands. Letters between Hyde, Benson, and Jamond were admitted as evidence. The case questions Benson appealing a possible second trial amid habeas corpus issues and debates over the Teal issue.

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

Veterans Unite Under Bandholtz Visit at Ebbitt House

Chief Bandholtz of the Philippine Constabulary meets Spanish War officers in Washington as efforts begin to merge the Veteran Army of the Philippines with United Spanish War Veterans. Attendees include Capt Ligon King and Gen Andraw Burt as Bandholtz plans days of outreach and attends a reception at G A R Hall with Camp Henry W Lawton officials. Contributions noted for Washington Playground Association reach several donors.

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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