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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1908

Page

3

Unified Methodist Delegates Hear Call for Church Union in Baltimore

In Baltimore on May 11 the United Conference of Methodist Episcopal Church urged unity with Anglican and Canadian factions. Resolutions pressed Christian voters to support church unity, with unanimous backing from delegates and lay members. Protests from other groups prompted a push for broader ecumenical cooperation.

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Death by Own Action Stickered by a Traveling Salesman

A traveling salesman attempted suicide by ingesting poison and slashing his throat. The incident occurred amid ongoing legal proceedings in the United States Circuit Court. Authorities report the sequence of self inflicted harm and immediate medical intervention following the act.

Robbery Tale From Honest Workers Ended In No Clue

Report reads of a daylight robbery as company employees form a search party chasing a masked assailant near Washington Alexandria area. No suspect captured. witnesses describe a lone male fleeing toward subway lines with a bag of money and valuables. Police review footage and question workers connected to the incident as investigators hunt for a lead.

Eighteen Year Sentence In Wife Murder Case

Cumberland Md May 11 Judge Henderson sentenced James B Smith to eighteen years in the penitentiary for second degree murder in the killing of his wife. The courthouse was cleared before sentence and Smith was removed to the penitentiary at once amid strong public hostility.

Cumberland Henderson James B Smith Smith

Rand's Sentence 35 Years for Mrs Ward Assault

Mavis Arthur Rand alias Jones was sentenced to 21 years in the penitentiary for felonious assault on Mrs Mary B Ward. He also faces 10 years for stealing a check and 4 years for horse theft, with the total pending term set at 35 years. He was taken to Owings Station then Baltimore for safety as a possible lynching attempt was feared.

Washington Post Prince Frederick Arthur Rand Jones Mary B Wart Rand Briscoe Owings Station Baltimore Mary Ward Waslington Quito Pisensi Calvert County

Dr Miles Nurine Promises Nervous Energy Restore

Fragmented ad claims Nervous disorders stem from nerve weakness in organs and that Miles Nurine renews nervous energy and strengthens organs. Testimonial mentions severe side pain and head nerves, with money back guarantee if the first bottle fails. Company listed as Miles Medical Co, Ekhart, Ind.

Ithrace Statius Dunce St Peters Minn II Miles Medical CO Ekhart Ind

Grand Commandery Meets Inspects District Body Banquet

The Knights Templars District Grand Commandery held its annual conclave at the Commandery Hall Masonic Temple. Grand Master addresses followed by adjournment to Hotel Gordon for a banquet in honor of Grand Generalissimo McArthur with officers and reception committee named and many members in attendance.

Knights Templars Commandery Hall Masonic Temple Arthur McArthur United States Gordon Sixteenth McArthur St. E Thomas P Morgan Harrison Dingman Hubert Cook Our Salvation van Grand J A Verbrycke Thomas F Morgan William Koh ¢Hssel Waller H B Kiopfer Grand Generelissimo George L Ober Waller H Kiopfer Henry BK Simpson Arine W Johnston Thomas P Morgan Wilham Li Gisuel Waller H Kippler George E Olem Robert Cook A'enamles Taint Ilenty K “Sampson Charles 1 Ladsay Bo Hesse Bo Hesse Lem Tawers Haitison Hagman William CC Boa Allen George F Carson Alex Mehenge Mue Pulkergon Charles Swell Arvine Johnston Wuhan Gay Adal Pls Gudt Benjamin Grover William Parks William Ho Wunkler Charies A ‘Stoke Etank ‘ Gbsen Rev JA Leversche Jacob Ines Townley

Labor Endorses Candidates By Central Labor Body

The Central Labor Body last night endorsed J J Purcell of the el fi as workers ignen and Sam De edi v sreretar as delegates to the Democratic convention in Dewey in Jay. The resolution, introduced by No ¢ Spragu, urged labor to vote for Purcell and De Nedrey for delegates, and to back the federation's policies. A committee was sent to Secretary Corlelyou for approval and a letter to Joseph B Ralph of the Bureau of Lagiuirg de Punting will be transmitted.

Fanar Tno J Purcell el Fi Ingen Sam Deedi Sreretar Dle Demyrou Dewer Jay Spragu Punt Ag Pressmens Union Geam Federation of Labor Bas Tikia Coleagues Aigingzel Labor Purcell Dy Nedrey de Molrey Mhs Corlelyou Joseph B Ralph Ior Agame Litt Hovi Lagiuirg de Punting Ralpig

Fragmented OCR note on Fourth of July celebration planning

The readable text references celebration plans and patriotism, mentioning militia groups, committee roles, and civic participation. It lists named figures like the Clanier of commerce and notes organizational aims, without clear events or outcomes.

Bishop to Ordain Here in Lexington Channel

Dr Burton arrives to ordain Rev Rebere Hiuwingy curate at the Pro Cathedral Church of the Ateenson Ree Mr Brown, secretary of Bishop Henry Wales Satterlee, has served since the departure of Rev Di Brown. Browning to be ordained June 1 as a priest.

Lexington Lewis Wo Hurton Briday Rebere Hiuwingy The Ateenson Ree Mr Brown Wis Ooynerly Bshop Henry Wales Satterlee Bern Rey di Brown Browning

Officials Renamed Move Approved by Civic Group

The Northeast Washington Citizens Association unanimously adopted a resolution urging reappointment of three retiring board of education members Capt Jones TF Oyster WW Vvtox and Mary Church Terrej to forward to the justices of the district Supreme Court An additional item requested Speaker Cannon to schedule at least two days for discussion of district legislation Churchmen to Entertain Women The annual ladies night of the Mens Club of the Pro Cathedral Church of the Ascension will be held in the basement of the church tomorrow night at prime clock Miss Leig will perform cello solos and a musical program is planned Lunch will be served.

Board of Education Northeast Washington Citizens Association Meeling Lin Northeast Temple Ostrut Supreme Court Capt Jones Oyster Mary Church Terrej Cannon Pro Cathedral Church of the Ascension

Belasco Theater Presents A Marriage of Convenience

Belasco offers a faithful 1750 Parisian comedy vibe with Guy Standing and a capable company. Dorothy Hammond Quire lead a winning ensemble as the countess, supported by Miss Virasluwe and a strong musical turn in a reinforced opera program, followed by a Conan Doyle detective-styled evening next week.

Belasco Belasco Theater Guy Standing Bft Louis Count de Candaie Chevalier de Valeras Gaycount Marquise Cupid Count de Candate Standby Dorothy Hammond Marton Miss Virasluwe Miss Stowen Martin Sibines Chevalier Moody Alfred Hudson Frank General Jasimin Sherlock Itelines Willan Gilletles Fmcus Conan Dovles Mr Standing Lhe Ale Letler George Gaston Washington Stock Company

The Life of Dora Thorne at the Academy unfolds anew

The Academy stage presents a melodrama adaptation of Dora Thorne with Corinne Snell as the heroine and Willard Bowman as Lord Earles son. The play repeats familiar love and class conflict, attracting a large audience with steady popularity and modest new flourishes.

Dora Thorne Bertha Tnis Popilar Lord Carle Mans Fither Corinne Snell Willard Bowman Lord Earles

Social Gossip on Vanderbilt Divorces and Remington Marriage

The column reports on the strained Vanderbilt union with withdrawal of support and possible remarriage for Alfred Vanderbilt after a prolonged separation. It notes Mrs Remington seeks a divorce from her Philadelphia society husband, details about her family, fortune, cruise plans, and implications for society circles.

Arthur Hart Remington Sturday Siiang Philadelpata Bir Remingim Miss Saplue Liomas Gauge Ste Philidelpia Fask Iris Bemingtons Miss Thomas Europe Pi Abnelphia Thomas Theungton Rieght University Philadelpia Rune Higol Martin Mudeweal Trudin

Masons in Convocation elect officers at Mount Vernon Chapter

Mount Vernon Chapter No 3 FA AM held last night’s stated convocation at the Masonic Temple. James T Gibbs was elected secretary after John H Olcott’s death and Roe Fulkerson was chosen high priest. E OA Keeler lectured on Fredericksburg Lodge of Virginia detailing its 1782 origin and key role in American history with members including George Washington Lafayette and Hugh Mercer.

Mount Vernon Masonie Temple James T Gibbs John H Olcott Roe Fulkerson Oa Keeler Fredericksburg Virginia George Washington Alexandra Lafayette Amerca George Washington Lafayette Hugh Mercer United States Fredercksburg

Farewell Bid for Rector At Trinity Episcopal Church

Congregation members visited the church rectory to bid farewell to Rector Richard Williams Key Mr Williams. He will depart for London on May 15 with his daughter Marguerite to attend the ing August city. After congress ends, Dr Williams will return to resume his charge.

Trinity Episcopal Church Racharid Wiliams Key

Ralph Je Director Named in Big Shop for Twelve Years

The Himes delegation at Congress appointed Ralph to assist postmaster of the House of Representatives. While in Washington he studied law at Georgetown University. He later served in Customs at the World’s Fair and held Treasury roles. He is described as a popular figure among colleagues and held senior posts in 1897.

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Joseph Ralph Named Director of Bureau at Treasury

Joseph E Ralph was appointed successor to Thomas J Sullivan as director of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing at the Treasury. Ralph, sworn in with Assistant Secretary Coolidge present, has long served in the bureau and will gain James McFister as assistant director. Born 1866 in Allegheny City, he began as an apprentice in a machine shop and rose to lead the Amalgamated Iron and Steel Workers union local unit.

Joseph E Ralph Thomas Jo Sullivan Bureau of Lagraving Joseph L Thomas J Sullivan Ralph Treasury Department Coolidge Riph Sullivan Lncan Darestor James Mc Fister Ralphs Ct Se Lim Besdesberg Palat Booth Joseph I Ralph Allegheny City Joiamg Tle Fim Bitty Mint

Fostan May In a stalem ot to tha r malaty

A decision affecting the New York New Haven Railroad merger is argued before the state committee. Charles F Choate Jr asserts the court decree must be followed, while the railroad insists the ruling does not compel release of certain stock. The New Haven company must comply if required by the Commonwealth’s aims.

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Cincinnati Brokers Fail and Investigations Initiated

Cincinnati brokers face collapse as reports allege mismanagement and price losses across branches including Brock and Sloook. The Gate Riven firm contemplates restructuring while regulators eye Stapely and Co for alleged bucket sharing schemes and improper dealings.

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YM CA Debaters Win in Spirited Contest

The Young Men's Debating Association of Virginia Baptist Church faced a lively audience on Family Hill as the team from Vaughn Island School presented strong arguments. Judges credited their clear points and effective rebuttals, with audience support highlighting the competitive spirit of the event.

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Death of Mrs Amos Bean in Rockville

Obituary notice reports the death of Mrs Amos Bean aged seventy at her Rockville home following a short illness. The family and neighbors recall her as a devoted spouse and mother with ties to local community life.

Amos Bean Dee Rockville

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