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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1908

Page

26

Bryce Glad of New Treaties in Arbitration Letter

Ambassador Bryce expresses satisfaction with agreements between the Americas and Britain Mexico and Japan aiming to pacify the Pacific Ocean. He writes that war ships threaten peace and urges continued diplomatic efforts at the Line Mokenk conference and international arbitration to secure lasting peace.

Friends of Arbitration Ambbassador Americas Britain Mexico Japan Pacific Ocean Pacific Wasrhin Lake Fearatin Firooklyn Allex James Bryce Henit

Baltimore Markets Rutterer Report Flags Demand

Baltimore market brief notes uneven demand and price shifts amid uncertain conditions. Analysts observe activity in commodities and financial instruments as traders await clearer guidance from officials and upcoming reports.

Metal Market Report From Local Ledger Sketch

Fragmentary OCR text hints at a local market or trade note. Mentions metals, prices, and stalls with possible vendor names. No coherent events or names clearly readable. summary reflects a garbled listing of market terms and items.

New York Produce Market Report May 21

New York price report covers poultry and grain receipts with mixed tone. Wheat and corn receipts noted. livestock futures show modest gains in hogs and lard while fuel and sugar prices move with market.

Mae Wood Platt Faces Perjury Charge in Court Drama

Mae Wood Platt, entangled with Senator Platt’s breach claims, is charged by Justice O Gorman with perjury amid a courtroom spectacle. She seeks bail, writes to a hotel clerk, and is moved to the Tombs with her counsel absent, as prosecutors vow speedy action before the grand jury.

James A. O'Gorman Supreme Court Justice O'Gorman Mae Wood Platt Lynch Momay Lee Harbter Manhattan Mae Catherine Wood Platt le Barbier Tambs Mae Wood O Brien Wood Lee Jerome Thomas Celliee Platt United States New York Ned Lilhad Janeway Fifth Avenue Hummel Con Mae Fenstor Mar iLumime Flatt Janeway

Washington Stock Exchange Report Continues on Tenth Page

The Washington stock market update resumes on page ten, detailing daily trading activity, notable price moves, and sector performance. Key listed companies and index trends are highlighted for investors reviewing the market's midday to closing behavior.

Washington Market Prices for Eggs Butter Cheese and More

Wholesale price quotations show eggs steady with varied regional quotes from Virginia to North Carolina. Butter and cheese markets trend firm with creamery and process styles listed. Live and dressed poultry, pork, and vegetables include per pound and per crate figures, plus fruit prices for apples, cranberries, and strawberries across multiple markets.

Virginia West Virginia Southwest Virginia North Carolina Gairy Tomy Gat Warrel York Imperials

District W. G. F. U. Meets in May Session

The May meeting of the District of Columbia Woman's Christian Temperance Union was led by Mrs. Clinton Smith with devotionals by Mrs. Juda M. Mareh. Reports came from officers Emma Sanford Shelton W. E. De Riemer and Grandfield while officials noted staffing limits for detailing a freman for each school building. Invitations were accepted for a June 3 charity convention at Temple Baptist Church and a gold medal contest is planned for June 2. Mrs. Willie H. Bradley was authorized to obtain 1000 prohibition post cards for temperance work.

District of Columbia Woman's Christian Termerance Union Clinton Smith Juda M. Mareh Cabitot Hill Union Emma Sanford Shelton W. E. de Riemer Grandfield Gead Clara P. H. ‘Stilwell Wayne (Pa A. L. Hale West Virginia Margaret Dye Enis W. Co. T. UW Prestant Methodist Church Tafftieth Thirty-first K. B. Henry Mothers’ Clu. i E. B. Ciney Charterly Temple Baptist Church Tenth End Sixth Street Sa. m Willie H. Bradley

Funeral Rites Held for William A Phillips at City Residence

Funeral services for William A Phillips were held at his home 213 Sixth Street Southeast yesterday at 2 30 PM. Interment followed at Oak Hill Cemetery. He died Tuesday afternoon from a stroke of paralysis at age 71. A former Center Market produce dealer, he had long resided in the district. Surviving are sons Albert Phillips Leivel Phillips Milton Phillips and William S Phillips and four daughters Mrs Albert Thorn Mrs W S Reed Ida A Phillips and Louisa Phillips, most residents of the city except Mrs Reed who lives in Laurel Massachusetts.

Wiliam A. Phillips Sixth Street Oak HI Cemetery Phillips Center Market Albert Liewel M. Phillips Milton L. Phillips William S. Phillips

Norfolk Delegations Urge Navy Ship at Yard Visit

Delegations from Norfolk and Portsmouth civic and labor groups, with Rep Maynard, urged Congress to have one new battleship or carrier built at the Norfolk Navy Yard. The President said he would consider the proposal after talks at the Navy Department with Assistant Secretary Newberry.

Nepfalk Portsmouth Congress Norfolk Navy Yard Maynard Navy Department Newberry

Steel Prices to Stay Up, Gary Says After Meeting

J. H. Gary, chairman of the board of United States Steel, announced after a long meeting with steel leaders from across the country that steel prices should not be reduced. He said representatives agreed prices are reasonable and unlikely to spur greater demand, and most customers do not expect changes. The group planned to adjourn for the summer unless the chairman could reconvene for unforeseen reasons.

J. H. Gary Untrealates Steel Corporation Gary

Internal Revenue Receipts Fall in 1908 April Decline Noted

The April 1908 monthly statement shows total receipts of 18,995,179, down 2,033,627 from April 1907. Decreases span spirits, oleomargarine, and other categories, with ten month totals also lower by 12,709,373 versus the prior year. Justice Kelly in Brooklyn clears a resume for Williamsburg Trust Company, to be led by Gen. Beaston Ives.

Jalso Washington Post York Justice Kelly Supreme Court Brooklyn Williamsburg Trust Company Beaston Ives New Trust Company

Summer Moves and Notables Leave for Seasonal Homes

Newport residents plan summer departures with Senator Brigge and Mrs Brigge joining from Westington for Spring Lake New Jersey,Mr Fanne stock and Mrs Duncan McKim to Casenovia and Eighteenth street home transfers, Mrs Fowler and Miss Deaney return from abroad to Washington, President Roosevelt and Senator Knox attend Robin Hood at the National Theater in a box last night.

Brigge New Willard Westington Spring Lake Duncan McKim Eighteenth Street Casenovia A. H. Fowler Deaney Washington the Gratton Roosevelt Senator Knox Robin Hood National Theater

CHAT OF WELL-KNOWN PEOPLE MARSHALS GOSSIP FROM EXCHANGES

The piece notes William Henry Vanderbilt the youngest Vanderbilt whip learning to drive in Newport with coachman Pop Whittaker guiding him. It also covers Miss Reid and her fiancé, with London society hosting a Dorchester House reception attended by elite guests. The report mentions the upcoming royal wedding timing, Worth gown orders, and Irish lace gifts, plus horse racing plans in Rome and American socialites in European events.

William Henry Vanderbilt Newport Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt William Pop” Whittaker Cornelius Vanderbilt Alfred Gwyone Old Pop Malsner Vanderbilts Wiliam

Untitled tale of a maid and a master in a risky ruse

The passage recounts a maid attempting a deception to trap a visitor at a house. Mae Wood misreads the situation and pursues a failed snare, while the master discovers the intruder’s identity and objects. The verse reflects on the folly and shame of such schemes and questions the morality of gambling with reputation.

Royalty Honor Miss Reid Engagement Dinner Dance

The Earl and Countess of Dudley hosted a dinner and dance in London to honor the engagement of John Hubert Ward to Miss Jean Reid daughter of the American Ambassador. King Edward and Queen Alexandra attended along with Princess Victoria and notable diplomats and peers. About two hundred fifty guests witnessed a courtlike event with dancing by Miss Maud Allen.

Lord Lady Dudley Carlton House Terrace Eart John Rel Prince Princ of Wales Ealy Miss Reid New York Duchess of Roxburghe May Goelet Worth Paris Miss Crocker Jean Dudley Ireland Countess of Dudley Irish Industries Association M. Held Lord Dudley Gladys Honor Morvysh Lillian Ward Wisenunttu Roderick John Miss Mills Mildred Carter Grace Crocke London Earl and Countess of Dudley John Hubert Ward Jean Reid King Edward Queen Alexandra Victoria M. Paul Cambon Viscount Morley Blackburn Lord Rosebery Mr. Balfour Sir Edward Grey Maud Allen

Bank Elects Karrick President and Wright as Vice President

United States Savings Bank directors elected James J. Karrige of Fidelity Storage Company as president and Justice Daniel T. Wright of the District Supreme Court as second vice president. James M. Haker was re elected free vice president. The bank marked its second year, with a probable dividend and earnings above ten percent. stock book value stands around 111.

United States Savings James L. Karrick United States Savings Bank James J. Karrige Fidelity Storage Company Daniel T. Wright Distrit Supreme Court James M. Haker

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