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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1914

Page

6

Representative Henry Plans Return and Senate Hopes

Yesterday Robert L Henry of Texas announced his bid to seek reelection to the House while signaling a possible run for the Senate to succeed Charles Culberson. Henry, who would retire after twenty years in the House, has long been viewed as a leading Nebraskan voice and was mentioned as a potential challenger to Champ Clark for Speaker. Culberson has been in poor health and not in his Senate seat this year.

Yeaterday Aimas Texas Charles AL Culbergen Henry Beek Congress Champ Clark House Culberson Senate

Miss R. Elizabeth Winston Delivers Notable Oaks Recital

Miss Winston, a slender teen, presented a piano program from Bach to Ravel at the Oaks. Her mature command and variety of tone impressed critics, with standout performances in Chopin’s A flat minor waltz, the B flat minor sonata, Liszt Gnomenreigen, and Saint-Saens etude.

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ShoeMaker to Bride Killed by Electric Car Reading Wedding Tale

John Smith of Lynn a renowned shoe maker who crafted satin slippers for Miss Wilson’s wedding at the White House was killed when an electric car struck him as he read a Boston paper detailing the newly married couple’s honeymoon plan. He died after suffering a fractured skull and internal injuries at a hospital. Smith worked for Charles B. Wilson, the firm that supplied Miss Wilson’s bridal shoes, chosen for his top craftsmanship.

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E Fronani Chosen President of Woodward & Lothrop Group

J E Fronani was elected president of the Woodward & Lothrop Employees Relief Association at the initial meeting last evening. Max Fisher presided as the business meeting followed by a dance. Other officers include Maude Adama first vice president T Langley second vice president BLBP Scott recording secretary Li H Robinette financial secretary and an executive board with several members. Treasurer Fisher spoke on growth and achievement while F E Woodward commented on cooperation. G N Everett, secretary of the company, attended.

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Pearyokes Frat Dinner Speaker at Delta Kappa Epsilon

Rear Admiral Robert E. Peary was guest and principal speaker at the Delta Kappa Epsilon spring dinner at the Hotel Powhatan. Representative Prouty of Vermont presided as about 25 fraternity members attended. Peary recalled planting the D K E banner at the North Pole and spoke of Bowdoin College ties. Other speakers included James Anderson Hawes, Albert L. Thurman, Milton C. Huott.

Tella Delta Kappa Epsilon North Bale Robert FE. Peary Delta Kappa Epsilon’ College Helf Powhatan Charles Frouty Vermont Péary North Pole D. EK. HL Bowdoin College James Anderson Hawes New York Albert L. Thurman Milton C.huott Representative Prouty

Concrete-building patents cited in popular opinion

A fragment notes discussion on patented concrete-building methods attracting public attention. It mentions Burt and Se as entities, with references to opinions on four styles and recent updates in construction ideas. Further readable context is limited in the clipping.

Cruise for Naval Cadets Sets Sail From Philadelphia

The battleships Idaho Illinois and Missouri left the Philadelphia Navy Yard for Annapolis to pick up upperclassmen from the Naval Academy for the annual deep water cruise. Coal bunkers and ample supplies aboard prepare for an extended trip with no immediate orders to go to Mexican waters, but readiness for any emergency remains.

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Tennessee Congressman Padgett Praised by Navy Leaders

Admiral Dewey and Secretary Daniels sent letters thanking Padgett of Tennessee for defending naval officers against charges of improper motives during battleship debates. The officials affirmed support for an adequate navy and commended his defense of naval personnel in face of criticism on the naval appropriation bill.

Tennessee Padgett House ‘Committee On Naval Affairs Dewey Navy Daniels Bates Ment Admiral Dewey House Naval Naval Daniele Deniela

Army asks 2 701 327 for Mexican crisis costs

The memorandum to Congress lists 2 701 227 in deficiency estimates for pay subsistence supplies horses barracks transportation and other costs for troops at Vera Cruz and the Mexican border. Transportation dominates at 2 420 445 with 1 483 074 for moving troops and vessels.

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Traffic Census Shows Decline in Motor Vehicle Dangers

A 1913 Massachusetts traffic census asserts motor vehicles are less dangerous than horse-drawn wagons and trolley cars. It cites Chicago coroner data, New York fatalities, and state counts to argue drivers have become more careful while horse and trolley injuries rise. The report notes declines in horse-drawn vehicles and shifts toward autos on state highways.

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Burns Cited To Court Over Frank Case Contempt Charge

In Atlanta on May 9 1913 detective William Burns and assistant Dan Lehon were cited to appear before Judge Ben H Hill to show cause why they should not be held in contempt. Allegations claim they sent Maud Carter a colored witness out of state. Carter testified Conley confessed to murdering Mary Phagan. Carter’s tour included New Orleans Union City Montgomery and Chicago with money from Herbert Haas.

Atlata William J. Burns Dan Lehon Leo M. Frank Mary Phagan Ben H. Hill Maud Carter James Conley Phagain Conley Hill Frank Carter Carter Joport Judge Hill White New Orleans Burns’ Agency Atlanta Union City Lehon Montgomery Chicago

Street safety debate on vehicle versus horse drawn traffic

A fragmented discussion argues that pedestrians suffer more risk from horse drawn vehicles than from motor vehicles. The analysis presented contends that drivers bear responsibility for street safety and urges thorough study of urban traffic dynamics.

Martine Proposes Abolishing District Courts for Circuit System

Senate proposes bill to scrap the District Supreme Court and Court of Appeals and create a District circuit court with a chief justice and five associates for five years at 3004 dollars. An appellate division would include a chief justice and two associates for seven years. Probate and divorce cases would move to the circuit court. the register of wills would be abolished and duties shifted to the circuit court clerk.

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