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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1910
Page
10
Rescue crews race through shattered wards as more than a hundred succumb to collapse after a violent quake. Panic spreads among survivors while trains ferry frightened fugitives past scenes of destruction and collapsed hotels.
The Junior Order of United American Mechanics executive board members were hosted in the Hill Memorial Building by James W Jackson Council No Beneath a Washington delegation a series of speakers from Roanoke Alexandria and other areas addressed the gathering. After refreshments a committee led by St Padgett coordinated the event with light flowers trade. Local debaters from Fairfax and nearby societies debated whether the United States should be elected by popular vote with a tie result. Funeral services were held for Vivienne Bennett and local red men and improved order of hind Virginia delegates prepared for the Great Council meeting in News today with officers named.
The ceremony unites numerous named individuals across multiple locales including Nu York City Monte ot and Fort Taslingtoa Md with Rev EE 15 ml Her performing the rites. Attendees listed include Charles F Reraner Tabt nal Lum Brokn 7% and many others, reflecting a large community ceremony with multiple witnesses and sponsors.
Classified column notes numerous patient names with ages and hospital affiliations including Georgetown Hospital Columbia Hospital and Freeport area facilities. Entries reference deaths at Camunley Hospital and Stark Hentom, emergency hospital stays, and cemetery interments with ages ranging from under one year to 89. The notice urges using The Post classifieds to secure paid results.
The committee of original subscribers seeks a congressional inquiry into the National Lincoln Monument Association. They aim to revive the body and properly account for the $2000 popular subscription, to be used for charity or a Lincoln memorial, following a meeting at Henry M. Baker’s office after Senator Cullum declined involvement due to health and duties.
President Kirby denounces labor influence in his annual address at a New York convention honoring James W Van Cleeve. He forecasts a new party echoing Fremont and Lincoln to counter organized labor and the so called corporate tax plan amid discussions on banking, export trade, patents, and water ways.
A boiler explosion at Canton Stamping and Enameling Company fatally wounds eleven workers and injures two more, with rescuers pulling bodies from debris. Witnesses describe a severe blast sending iron and debris through nearby homes and shops as relatives search for missing loved ones and coworkers. Local women and Timken Roller Works staff assist the injured, while directors pledge relief funds.
The Howard Park Citizens Association last night honored Representative Samuel W. Smith of Michigan as chairman of the House Cla irlet of Columbia committees. The group unanimously adopted a resolution endorsing his work and asking he be confirmed, congratulating Michigan constituents on having such a capable representative. It also supported joining the city beautification and cleanup efforts.
The long celebrated actress Clara Morris faces possible blindness at her Yonkers home as her sight rapidly fails over the past week. A general breakdown accompanied the illness, with two doctors in daily attendance as her condition grows serious.
The tenth biennial meeting of the General Federation of Women's Clubs names Mrs Philip N Moore of St Louis as president and Mrs J Cowles of Los Angeles as vice president. Other officers include Mrs J Sherman, Mira H. Pawson, and John Mitchell addresses the gathering urging humane safety reforms. A separate note cites a New York cotton firm fraud case involving receivers and injunctions against assets.
Asheville May 17 delegates in the Methodist Episcopal Church South conferenced on bishops elevating W R Lembuth Tennessee E D Mouzon Texas R G Waterhouse Virginia and J H McCoy Alabama. J H McKoy Alabama youngest bishop elected. Vanderbilt University issues to be discussed. church endorsement may be upheld by large vote.
Royal procession fills Westminster Hall as archbishop Canterbury and Westminster dean lead a brief service. Generals admirals and courtiers crowd the hall while foreign dignitaries including Mrs Roosevelt watch from Carlton House Terrace. The German Emperor departs for London to attend the king’s funeral.
Rudyard Kipling writes a tribute praising King Edward for steadfast counsel and leadership. The poem extols his wisdom, service, and sacrifice, depicting him as master and servant who bore burdens for his people and died at their side. The piece emphasizes devotion, duty, and enduring loyalty to the crown.
Republican leaders push to amend the postal savings plan in committee. A caucus vote is planned next week to steer the bill away from Democrat opposition and toward a revised form favored by GOP insurgents and regulars. The plan faces potential substitutions and amendments as Democrats seek to push their bank guarantee alternative.
The article outlines escalating border disputes involving Peru Ecuador and Colombia, noting large troop assemblies on both sides and uncertain boundaries. It discusses diplomatic sessions led by Knox and U.S. involvement through the State Department, with hints of potential settlements and strategic pressures shaping the conflict.
A report describes Krug accusing a man whose machine allegedly turned 1 dollar into 2 dollars and a related misdealing involving coins. The tale involves Lubarsky and a group including Weiner and Rosenbure, with police action and a mutal power dispute referenced.
Rockville Maryland May 17 Ernest Willard shot and seriously wounded Augustus Beach a Chesapeake and Ohio Canal boatman at Glynn Echo. He appeared for a preliminary hearing before Justice Reading and furnished 400 bail for the November term of court. The charge is assault with intent to kill. Willard admits to the shooting but says it was justified due to attentions to his wife.
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