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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1910
Page
10
The trial of Dr Hyde for the murder of Colonel Thomas H Swope continues with the prosecution pressing that Hyde purchased cyanide of potassium from a sole druggist in ten years and used it to exterminate vermin. Hyde denies giving poison to anyone beyond medicinal use and admits obtaining the toxin for testing germs in a laboratory setting.
At the quadrennial session of the Methodist Episcopal Church South in Asheville on May 10 the committee on revisals rejected the women’s memorial for equal representation with the laity by a 17 to 6 vote. The conference endorsed the Washington, DC representation project but left funding method to the board of extension. A trustees’ mortgage of church property was approved. Temperance reports on tobacco use by ministers were referred to the calendar. The appeals committee sustained expulsion of Rev C W Creighton of Greenv... for disloyalty.
A damaged text fragment mentions Falls Valley area and street references with scattered names and dates. It appears to be a local newspaper snippet listing people, addresses, and short event notes, but details are incomplete and several words are garbled.
In Hartford on May 10 a New England arbitration and peace conference pilgrimage to New Britain celebrated Elihu Burritt’s birth centennial at his grave. A 3000-strong parade of schoolchildren and members of fraternal and religious groups preceded an international tribute by 23 nations, capped by an address from James Brown Scott.
Fragmentary marriage ledger lists individuals with counties and ages from Virginia West Virginia New Jersey New York and Ontario noted alongside several brides and grooms including Jered Wilson Ja Rex Maud B Griffith, Merl Wingnera, Nellie Bo Marshall, and Bethel M Kane. The scattered text hints at license issuances across Frederickaburg Sidian and Kingston areas with dates and officiants partially captured.
A dense list of personal names, ages, and addresses appears alongside hospital and cemetery mentions. The fragment includes ages from infants to elderly, with references to Providence Hospital, Tuberculosis Hospital, and Graceland Cemetery. Movements of ocean steamers and arrivals and sailings of ships are also noted amid the health officer records.
The Columbia Historical Society met at the Shoreham banquet room and adopted a memorial praising King Edward VII. It authorized submitting to Congress a plan to raise funds for a statue of Commodore Barney at Pennsylvania Avenue in Southeast Washington, to be named Commodore Barney Circle. New members joined, and descendants of Barney attended.
King George II expresses deep gratitude to the army and pledges vigilant care for its welfare and loyalty. Parliament debates declaration changes to reflect royal beliefs, with Catholic and Protestant factions voicing concerns. Asquith returns cabinet to discuss governance post monarchy shift. General mourning ordered and funeral schedules set. International events like the Anglo Japanese exhibition and King Edward challenge cup plans noted.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce backed the convention fund plan, approving 8750 to support organization meetings and a $290 grant for landing the Frotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen convention in 1912. Isaac Gans subscribed $500 to the George Washington Memorial Project.
Joseph Snow twenty of 110 street northwest is in Emergency Hospital with tetanus after a file point puncture in his left foot near the big toe. A serum was given but his condition worsened and doctors fear he may not recover. He worked until yesterday afternoon when jaw rigidity began.
A Chicago mayoral figure and Beekemeyer, said to confess bribery for Willam Lorimer and Representative White, met with State’s Attorney Wayman who cited documentary evidence. The grand jury, in session, heard only Representative J Werdel who denied knowledge of money use in Lorimer’s election or related legislation.
In Dea Molate Iowa May 1 Judge J amith McPherson dismissed Shawnee Milling Kansas Updike Milling Omaha representing Western Milling Company suit. Federal court upholds federal law on bleached flour shipments into Iowa and declines ruling on whether bleaching Mour harms health, leaving that issue to a jury.
In Accokeek near Charles County Maryland a fire destroyed a small country store and home. J T Miller 73 and wife were found dead. authorities believe a double murder aimed to seize $180. A local man Gladding and a white acquaintance Underwood reported the blaze and found the bodies as flames raged. Neighbors note the couple were well loved with no known enemies as investigations begin.
At Baltimore on May 10 the Maryland Grand Lodge of Freemasons adopted resolutions on the death of King Edward praising his long grand mastership and patronage. The grand master was directed to convey condolences to the Duke of Connaught and to the Freemasons of the United Kingdom.
Ramfouillet May 10 The cabinet selected the French mission to King Edward's funeral with M Pichon Gen Dalmtein Admiral Mollard and an officer representing President Tallieres. The British monarch's death postpones the inauguration of the French section of the Brussels exposition set for May 16.
Cablegrame Exchanged Between Dr Mel Kim and Archbishop on King's Death. With Dr Maller Woman Convicted of Cableslams with reference to the death. Salling Husband Goes to Joliet. Of King Edward which passed between Watseka May 10 Mrs Tucy Saythe Rev Dr Randolph McKim of the church of the Epiphany and the Archbishop of Canterbury were made public. Crescent City bunker were taken to the penitentiary at Joliet today to serve. Dr McKim is president of the house three and twelve years respectively of deputies. The American church deeply grieves. Cordial thanks for your sympathy and prayers.
Walton Kans May 10 F H Tillotson a detective on trial for alleged complicity in the alleged kidnapping of Manon Roberta Bleakley the incubator baby from Topeka last August will not deny the facts but argues Bleakley’s mother was not legally entitled to the child and that Bleakley’s card died shortly after birth Judge Rainey allowed defense to introduce evidence of adoption papers made out in St Louis in 1900 naming Stella Barclay of Buffalo as claimant The State called a witness who refused to testify on grounds of self incrimination Three letters to Barclay alleging kidnapping were read identifying by experts as from Ti Kotgon about taking the child
John F Crosby of Georgetown College won the Hamilton debating medal in Gaston Hall for a top debate on whether women should have equal voting rights. The negative team was Crosby with Wisconsin, Lea Joliat of Ohio, Daniel B Murray of New York, while the affirmative included Lou Hagerty, Arnulf Glotsner, and Vincent Dalley, all of New York. Judges were Joseph B Ransdeff of Louisiana, Rev A Sullivan SJ of Georgetown, and George P Hoover. Edward F Carter chaired the Philodemic Debating Society.
Reports from Lime Peru indicate active preparations for possible conflict with Ecuador and Bolvia. About 24 000 soldiers are quartered in the immediate vicinity with 10000 more near the frontier. Government claims reliable information of an Ecuador Bolivia alliance attempt and details of diplomatic moves from Guayaquil and La Paz. The Comercio comments on President Taft speech urging US intervention and notes Peru cannot surrender its rights after prior repudiation of an award by King Alfonso.
May 10 report from San Jose states Congress has practically declared martial law in Cartago province to prevent robbery and disturbance. Few residents remain in Cartago city aside from army and police. the American consul has located all Americans, some previously believed dead. Some injured now receive care. several corpses identified as Syrians.
In Charlotte on May 10 Mrs Vir ginia P McDairmid 65 of Lumberton NC committed suicide by jumping 60 feet from the Charlotta Sanitarium roof garden during a momentary lapse in attention of nurses. She had been a patient six weeks and was to leave tomorrow with her son to accompany her home. She was socially prominent but reportedly beset by melancholy.
A Dublin telegram to the Times reports unified Irish mourning for King Edward as the country pays a remarkable sincere tribute to the British sovereign. Newspapers from all factions, churches, and both unionist and nationalist bodies join in sorrow, marking unprecedented harmony with the empire.
New Orleans May 10 Gen Richard Sussman, envoy of the Nicara guan insurgents, cabled that eight skirmishes yesterday between Madriz outposts and Mena forces near Tatumbla left Madriz troops badly routed. Casualties were light due to small forces, but several prisoners were taken by Mena forces.
The Washington Cat Club met at the home of president Mrs H L West on Harvard Street last evening to discuss plans for a probable January cat show. Members observed sedate tables and dignified cats, as the common garden variety mingled with the stately Persians in a scene of calm purring and social interaction.
New York May 10 dignitaries from police and public life attended the funeral of former Inspector Thomas Byrnes at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament Broadway. The service drew many old-timers and representatives from various societies and city departments. Memphis May 10 M V Richards of Washington was elected president of the American Hallway Industrial Association at its annual convention.
The District of Columbia Red Cross chapter appeals for women's and children's clothing for Costa Rica earthquake victims. Rainy season worsens need. shoes and outerwear are requested. Donations may be left at St John Church on 1st Street between 10 and 12 a.m. A note will be sent to the Red Cross office. money gifts may be sent to Hos Reeside, treasurer, care American Identity and Trust.
The Methodist Episcopal Board of Bishops adjourned after a Fuong Conference and set the next gathering for Washington on October 26. In Nashville the Catholic Knights of America Supreme Council convened with delegates traveling by special cars to Mount Calvary Cemetery to honor founder James McLaughlin.
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