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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1909
Page
42
A Wright brothers era biplane stalled due to engine loss while preparing to turn for a landing at College Park. Lieut Humphreys and Lieut Lahm survived with minor injuries as officials dispatched parts from Dayton for repair and canvas replacement to prevent winter layup.
A Russian embassy note reports a gold cigarette case sent to Revenue Cutter Thetis commander Capt Hamlet awaits congressional approval for its return in recognition of his 1909 coast guard service. State Department notes the Treasury seeks authority to reclaim the item. Navy announces two Rear Admiral promotions and several other commissions.
Board of officers appointed to investigate a new ozone water purification process will begin tonight at Fort Leavenworth. The post, among the nation’s largest military installations, has faced numerous complaints about the water and officials believe the current filtration system is ineffective.
Lasting, a Waltham Watch will not wear out and should run in perfect order. The advice stresses dependable performance and starting from proper setup, suggesting purchase to ensure accuracy.
N. B. When purchasing two Waltham Watches, ask your jeweler for models adjusted to temperature and position to ensure accurate timekeeping.
Lieutenant Lahm, a pioneer in U S aviation, faces censure and reassignment to the Sixth Cavalry amid a broader dispute over aeronautics policy. The affair centers on Mrs Van Deman flying in an army aeroplane at College Park and questions of military propriety and control.
Premier Laurier tells a deputation of thousands of Canadian union men that Canada cannot abandon armies and navies and must continue with the government policy to establish a Canadian navy. He says wars may be contemplated and peace requires prudent strength. The message signals ongoing support for a naval program despite peace advocates concerns.
National Cotton Association head Taytor reports a maximum 978000 bales for the present crop, with state figures including Alabama 169000, Arkansas 614000, Georgia 1870000, North Carolina 68000, Tennessee 2900, Texas 2209000. Poor boll set and low yields blamed. final December estimate unlikely.
United States Senator Nelson W Aldrich leads a monetary commission delegation traveling from New York to Philadelphia then Chicago. The group includes Charles D Norton Piatt Andre Arthur Shelton and aims to gauge public sentiment on proposed financial system reforms across the nation over about two weeks. Aldrich stresses the trip is official and businesslike and hopes to foster friendly relations while avoiding the idea of an enemy country.
Unique and novel playthings draw families to a grand toy opening led by Santa Claus. The sprawling displays feature real animal figures, rare mammal specimens, auto racers, mechanical toys, electric railways, magic lanterns, and a Dollykin line of dolls. A national park commission aims to create a Washington Crossing memorial.
The National Millinery Jobbers Conference in New York showcases the industry’s vast profits and modern dynamics. It argues American hats surpass global demand, driven by mass media, price signaling, and the clash of Parisian style with U.S. purchasing power. The piece notes huge annual spending on trim and hats, gender roles in design and sales, and controversy over birds and ethics amid fashion.
Historic navy orders list commissions and assignments from 1808 to 1912. Entries name officers such as JG Quimby A W Grant WB Crose ZT Witherspoon F Lyon and others, with dates, ranks, and duty stations including Annapolis Pearl Harbor and Magdalen Bay. The document notes vessel movements and port calls, plus a political note on William J Gaynor.
Advert reads Diapepsin as a cure for dyspepsia gas and indigestion. It claims fast relief from sour stomach headaches and a feeling of heaviness with a candy taste, urging readers to ask pharmacists for the formula printed on the box. The copy promises lasting stomach comfort and avoidance of laxatives or billiousness.
Five hundred West High students protest all day sessions broken only by costly pink tea luncheons. A Monday bond meeting will hear grievances about afternoon work, dietary prices, and single sex sessions. Girls demand cheaper meals while football players claim colors cannot be worn with cream puffs and ice cream. The strike votes reject provisional return and plants a burr emblem on lapels to insist on single sex sessions and reasonable meals.
Military notices detail leaves of absence and station changes across cavalry, artillery, and infantry units. Capt Warren Dean sails into new posts while Capt Anderson, Capt Anderton, and Capt Wilkie Connel navigate transfers. several lieutenants receive promotions, reassignments, or duties at Fort Riley Fort Leavenworth and Manila with coastal artillery and ordnance departments involved.
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