President approves might Christianize Japan conference call
New York November 15 The Interchurch Conference on Federation met at Carnegie Hall to discuss a united Christian effort in Japan. Key figures, including J Cleveland Cady, Dr Roberts, and other church leaders, urged a federation of denominations rather than volunteer workers, aiming to coordinate churches and missions for a broader impact. Theodore Roosevelt sent a letter expressing sympathy but unable to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Cleveland Cady
New York
Interchurch Conference On Federation
Armory Hts
Bexanis Arsalies
Carnesla Hall
Heys
Dr Wom. Roberts
Frank Mason Nauta Jonni Madvert
William T. Haven
Jonhin Smenders
Charles T. Th Myson
Keer Boyen Tupper
Wil- Hun Slaset Ward
U Media
Proseus
Boilie
Worstingson
Ferge
Washington
William Roberts
Wllim Henry Roberts
Dr. Roberts
Interchurch Conference
Hye Won
Theodore Roosevelt
OFFICERS FOR NEW CADETS AT CENTRAL HIGH
The school board approved appointments for the new cadet company at Central High. New officers include SW Magon as captain of Company G and F D Hundvks as first lieutenant. EB Johnson named second lieutenant with RF Dyer resigning as first lieutenant and battalion QM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central High Selon
Board of Education
Inardé
SW. Magon
Busine Neas Hash School
F. D. Hunddvks
Johnson
Dyer
Shermin Wis
Central
Roger Cineamti
ED Wilson
Leutemants
J. Herndon
F. McKnew
Central High School
Mysterious Steel Pit Tragedy Claims Two Workers
Inquest testimony from Midvale Steel Works in Nantes 3 details a leak that caused 50,000 pounds of hot metal to burst into a pit. The bodies of laborers Joan Jorkin and Joseph Garcia were not recovered. The company reports burying the area and honoring the workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Jorkin
Joseph Garcia
Midvale
Nantes
Steel
Watch dispute ends in tragedy in Birmingham
In Birmingham on November 16 Robert Webb, a lumber company employee, fatally wounded Nora Earbers then killed himself after a quarrel over ownership of a watch. Investigators say another man may have been involved, with Webb reportedly firing the shots. Webb had a connection to Evins, Alabama. Uncle Sam pays on the 2d and 17th. meanwhile pay days for government employees shift to the 24th and 17th after talks at the Treasury with other departments, the State Department dissenting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Robert Webb
Nora Eearbers Soylay
Cver Fa
Syewins
Irborough Deoie Fottray
Webb
Evins
Sam
Taylor
Treasury Department
State Department
Kenyon College Witnesses to Testify in Pierson Death Case
Kenyon College observers from Gambier will appear before Knox County grand jury to discuss student Stuart L. Pierson death by train on October 28. President Pierce denies hiring a full investigation and promises support if indictments occur against Delta Kappa fraternity members. Col. John J. McCook offers aid. McGavrey remains in nervous condition after Saturday assault as grand jury probes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Vernon
Ohio
Kenyon College
Gambier Village
Knox County
Stuart L. Pierson
Gambier
Pierce
James E. McGavrey
McGavrey
To-Mar
Grangers Seek Rate Regulation Reform at Convention
More than 800000 farmers from 28 states attend the National Grange convention in Atlantic City. The debate centers on boosting Interstate Commerce Commission powers to fix freight rates and other reforms, with a possible resolution to curb automobile speeds on rural roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
N. J
National Grange Patrons of Husbandry
Aaron Jones
Indiana
National Lawa
United States
Congress
Interstate Commerce Commission
F. H. Derrick
Ohto
Legislative Committee
Roosevelt
Interatete Commerce Commission
Interatate Commerce Commission
Burton Denies Bid for Speakership in Cannon Contention
Representative v E Burton of Ohio rejects reports he will challenge Joseph G Cannon for House Speakership. He says Cannon will be re-elected unanimously and that he has not discussed committee chairmanships. Burton notes his current Rivers and Harbors chairmanship and praises Cannon’s leadership.
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Burton
V. E. Burton
Ohio
House
Joseph G. Cannon
Illinois
Committee On
Appropriations
Ohioan
Cannon
Rivers and Harbore Committee
Horton
Explosion at quarry kills three men near Charleston
In Charleston West Virginia on November 15 an explosion at a stone quarry two miles from the city killed three men and severely injured a fourth. The deceased are Louis Sciratti Blaa Spradling and Joseph Anglugi, all Italians except Spradling. Louis Minotti was injured. Fragments flew across the Hilc River as the blast melted ice from dynamite in a gathering by a fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Charleston
W. Va
Louis Sciratt
Blaa Spradling
Joseph Anghlugi
Louis Minotti
Spradling
Hilc Fiver
Norfolk teen clerk appeals to president over dismissal
John Biggs, 19, a Western Union clerk in Norfolk, was fired for refusing to forward a collect message from President Roosevelt. He plans to write to the president seeking reinstatement, arguing telegraph rules force him to pay unpaid charges when a collect message is returned. He says such policy compelled him to cover costs out of pocket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Norfolk
John Biggs
Western Union
Roosevelt
United States
West Virginia
Biggs
Telegraph Company
Berkley man found guilty of murder pleads for mercy
At Norfolk Virginia November 11 Robert Milter was tried for first degree murder after killing his wife in Berkley on October 20 The Commonwealth admitted lack of direct evidence apart from the defendant He testified he found a strange man at home struck his wife twice then left Later returned found her dead Jury acquitted murder and sentenced him to one day in jail and one cent fine
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berkley
Bedta
Washington
Norfolk
Robert Milter
Commonwealth
Peonage charge leads to arrests in South Carolina
In Cherokee County, John Martin Thomas Martin and Ellen Martin were arrested by Deputy U S Marshal A L Hollman on peonage charges involving a white boy named Fitzhugh White. They posted $500 bond with Commissioner E A Tregcott, who will hear evidence Monday. A mix of notices follows about marriages in the Washington area, inland waterway plans from Norfolk to Beaufort, a Norfolk shipyard derailment injuring several workers, and a Spencer shop train derailment with injuries to Henry Harris and James Douglas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Charlotte
N. C
John Martin
Thomas’ Martin
Ellen Martin
Cherokee County
Blackburg
United States
A. L. Hollmen
Fitzhugh White
E. A. Tregcott
Spencer
Salisbury
Southern
Henry Harris
James Oug
Lass
Davidson remarries ex Baltimore mayor to nurse in New York
Former Baltimore mayor Robert C. Davidson wed Laura B. Noyes in New York after a recent divorce and fifty thousand dollars alimony. The ceremony took place at West Ninety second Street Baptist Church with Rev. Moora officiating. The couple then departed for a bridal tour and will reside at 105 Seventy second Street New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Haltimore
Robert C. Dardeen
Baltimore
Baltimore Trust and Guarantee Company
New York
Laura B. Noyes
Charles R. Noyes
The
Baptist Church
West Ninety'second Street
Seventy-second Street
Davidson
Robert C. Davidson
Laure
B. Noyes
Miss Noyes
Riverside Baptist Church
A. Lincoln Moore
Governor for Hill as House Speaker candidate
Baltimore reports that Dr Richard Hill of Prince George County is favored by Governor Warfield as speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates. The impression grows after Hill’s meeting with the governor and discussions with Warfield supporters. Hill is a personal friend of Bernard Carter and denies following Senator Gorman’s lead in voting for Carter in Annapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Werngton Fort
Baltimore
Richard 8. Hill
Prince George County
Warfield
House of Delegates
Him
Fidelity Building
Hdr
Hill
Bernard Carter
Carter
Annapolis
Gorman
Montgomery Schools appoint new principals and pay parity
Rockville Maryland November 15 The board of county public school commissioners confirmed the appointments of Corrinne Dawson as Takoma principal and Elizabeth A Weirs as Snouffers principal replacing resigned and reassigned staff. The board also laid out equal pay for all teachers by certificate grade. A new high school building was approved by the architect and accepted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Pant
Rockville
Board of County Public School Commissioners
Mias
Corinne Dawson
Takoma
Cora L. Skinmer
Elizabeth A. Weirs
Snouffers
Lucy Bready
Child Burned to Death in Cumberland House Fire
Special to The Washington Post Cumberland Maryland November 15 A three year old named Jacob son of Albert Stevenson of Midland died in a fire yesterday. He was burned by a hot stove or heater causing fatal injuries. Local authorities investigate the accidental death as a family tragedy for the Stevenson household.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cumberland
Cumberlands
Mechanic Street
Samuel Denson
Charles Willams
Dengon
Washsington
Roanoke
J. H. Muse
Roanoke River
Jacob
Albert Stevenson
Midland
Warkkington
Middletown
Moy
Charies Fisher
Burkittsville
South Mountain
Police Clash Feared as Huntington Field Blocks Patrols
Huntington W Va November 15 two police forces patrol the city after a Supreme Court ruling dismissing the writ of prohibition. The old Republican appointed force resists handing over badges as Democrats installed new officers. Fear of clashes grows as both sides stay on duty.
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Huntington
Washington Post
W. Va
Republican Council
Supreme Court
Dooittle
Am Arasti
Oldest American Woman Dies in Greenville at 108
Special to The Washington Port Greenville Nov 11 Mrs Ann Bumbaloo reportedly the oldest woman in America died at 3 AM after a three hour illness. Born in 1797 she appeared 75 the day before her death. She had a remarkable memory and knew local history well. Mrs Burnbsloo was born in Gwinnett County Georgia and her parents were killed by Seminole Indians in 1887.
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Washington
Greenville
Ann Bumbaloo
America
Burnbsloo
Gwinnett County
Pythians Initiate 175 at Cumberland District Meeting
In Cumberland Md nov 15 about 800 Knights of Pythias gathered at the Academy of Music for a district initiation day 175 new members were admitted as part of a nationwide push for growth. The event featured welcome by Mayor Clarence M King remarks by Reno R Harp and a banquet at Miller's Hall with several notable attendees from state and national circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cumberland
Pythias
United States
Academy of Music
Nelson W. Ruseler
Clarence M. King
Reno
Harp
Frederick
Knights of Pythias
Maryland
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Lanaconing Lodge
Rathbone Sisters
Miller's Hall
Samuel
Monument Unveiled in Princess Anne Confederate Memorial
Special to The Washington Post Norfolk Va Nov 15 a granite monument to Princess Anne County Confederate dead was unveiled with ceremonies led by Judge J M Keeling Rev W M Vines and Col George C Cabell others. A libel appeal and a rail collision near Portsmouth follow with local incidents and appointments.
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Pecal
Washington Post
Rockville
Oscar Olson
Washington
Mra
Amy Lee
Newark
N. J
Jesse Albert Miles
Ulah May Suddath
William E. Moore
Falls Church
Misa Gertrude L. Alleder
R. White
Princess Anne County
Norfolk
Princess Annie County
J. M. Keeling
W. MM. Vines Paston
Freemagon Street Baptist Church
B.D. Tucker
George C. Cabell
Sons of Veterans
J. J. Burroughs
Washington Prat
E. Dickerson
Supreme Court
Annie Harper Davis
St. John's Church
Thckerson
Oregon Is Coming Home From The Philippines
Navy orders the battleship Oregon returned to the United States at once with its crew whose enlistments near expiration. No replacement battleship planned for the Asiatic Station. Two Denver class cruisers ordered to Philippines later. Cruiser Charleston to sea on shakedown from Norfolk then to Charleston British Columbia for a silver service presentation.
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Navy Department
Oregon
Philippines
United States
Asiatin
Charleston
Norfolk
Virginia Capes
B.C
International Hotel Guests and Travelers Listed
A long list of guests and visitors is shown, covering hotels in Baltimore New York City Raleigh Raleigh and other cities. Names include McCoy James Fletcher Thames Green Leahy Rae Co Lewis Petree Chamberlain Himmeling Moriarty Attell and many others. The compiled roster appears as a directory of travelers and hotel patrons across multiple locations.
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Baltimore
Eb, McCoy
James
J. Fletcher
B. G Thames
H. Green
J. P. Leahy Rae
T. Lewis
Ett. Woston
J. €. Butter
James J. W. Daleton
Augom Thosmilke
Mra
T. W. Petree
Chamberlain
Heart Himmeling
C. Koch
Bryant J. Moriarty
C. J
D. Stearnwald
J. Somers
Frederick A. Sander
M. H. Hart
Martin Jeanenen
M. E. Fox
Metropolitan
B. Janney
F. Gilbert
D. E. Unshard
Robert Gove
C. Mace Donald
H. Spark
LN. Holman
B. Block
P. Goldie
H. New
M. Korneand
Milligan
J. Birnbaum
M. Wallach
W. J. V. Hart
Lxeryempsey
Thomas F. Ryan
Alfred Cithert Emich
Lawrence
Bhun
Willam L Babcock
V. N. Phillips
Mrs
Root
L. W. Morricon
Altenberg
Julian C. W. Bacs
J. & Teases
Riveard J. Rywn
John B. Herrizon
New Willard
George W. Dresner
William Tastor
T. E. Schultze
K. A. Martin
A Walker
J. Stevyenn
Wie
J. O. Fairchild
C. I. Behrens
J. Appel
M. ©. Moore
W. Inwie
Raleigh
Parlor Sufés Showcased with Tasteful Modern Patterns
Have You Noticed How much prettier the Parlor Suffés are this year than they have been for many years past. The makers seem to have vied with each other to see who could get out the most tasteful patterns, and we have chosen the best of the best. A few years ago it was almost impossible to get a moderate-priced suite without a whole lot of gingerbread work on it, now we are able to show you many that are simple, dignified, and eminently rich-looking.
Engineer School’s Report Recommends Immediate Appropriations
Maj Edward Burr Corps of Engineers and commandant at Washington Barracks reports to Gen Mackenzie that engineer education was halted for 18 months due to high active duty demand. The program, a two year course across three departments, will resume this winter with civil military and electrical training. Enlisted-mechanics training shows strong results, with 56 men under instruction. Current accommodations are inadequate, and the report urges immediate funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Burr
Corps of Engineers
Washington Barracks
Ins
Mackenzie
Caution on Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Authenticity
The notice warns there is only one Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey, urging purchase from reputable druggists or brokers at 1.06 per bottle and to look for the genuine trademark and intact seal. It cautions against cheap substitutes harmful to health and offers a medical booklet free from Duty Malt Whiskey Co., Rochester, N Y.
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Duffy
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Church Federation Convention
Japan
Girl
Grangers
National Master
Board of Army Engineers
Beaufort Inlet
Albemaria and Chesapeake Canal
Knabe
Singer
Starr
Foster
Emerson
Rose
WM. Knabe & CO
F Street
Nurse
Prince George Man
Montgomery Schools
Maryland Court of Appeals
Aptapoli
Court of Appeals
Standard
Company
Nancy G. W. Hartman
Cleewit Court
Queen Anne Couaty
Board of Supervisora of Election
Montgomery County
Willa B. Burdette
Gircuit
Petersburg
Virginia and
North Carolina Millers’ Association
T. C. Acree
Lynchburg
Thomas T. Moore
Richmond
James I. Prichett
Danville
R. F. Walker
G. J. Boney
Wilmingon
H. F. Munt
W. E. Poole
Ichmond
Devis Bottom
Luray
Shenandoah River
William 4. Kearn
Mise Marthi F. Doven
Stanle
W. B. Whitike
Heith Florence Weat
Edward Conway West
Sarah Hodboar
Pythians
Portsmouth
Worfolk
Navy
J&—A
Seaboard Air Line
Glebes
Hunter
Montgomery Almshouse Trustees
Saliformia
W. A. Hendey
Los Angeles
San Francisco
H. M. Winter
Colorado
F. Buckingham
P Buck Ingham
Boulder
Connhotcut
Tromar S. Allan
Aurbina
National
Chicago
T. L. Throp
At. James
J. Kuleran
Belzerson
W. Cramer
M. B. Hewley
Henry P
Mayall
Bernard, Willen
B. Showalter
New Wiltael
Edward BP
B. Brown
R. Wade
Delaware
G. & Thomas
J. W. Lawson
H. EB. Walter
Wilmington
M. Pennypacker
Wilkington
Florida
L. H. Green
Pensacola
Georgia
Maquers
Thomasville
New Wilford
A. W. Wishard
Higgs
Iowa
B. Snow
Davenport
Gordon
Kanesas
Joseph B.templingon
Independence
Kentucky
James ‘Trimble
Ashland
Riggs
B. W. Philips
Lebanon
Ebbiit
R. G. Newborn
Louisvile
Shoreham
Louisiana
E. Marks
New
John Roch
St Louis
James A. Cugen
Louis
Joseph A. Murphy
Daniel Kubo
W. P. Stewart
Loula
Montana
Conred
Conrsd
NEW Wampshiree
J. Copp
Wits
Nashua
Ebbitt
L. H. Clough
Camden
Charles B. Davenport
Hoboken
Bt. James
Stath-F
Arthur E. Patwata
Syracuse
W. D. Hamish
Auburn
North Carolina
Anna Corr
Canton
W. Loving
Cherlotte
T. H. Brauer
EN Long
Dayton
St. James
W. B. Woodward
W. L. Dugan
Columbus
Natonal
Ralph Gormuch
Zanesville
Elliitt
John O. Pen
J. MacDonald
Albert R. Lyon
Alfred Hauf
Raleish
Fred W. Guild
G. Z. Ware
J. H. Byns
J. H. van Horn
Mercuyoltian
Charles A. Jan MC Stoner
Victor Levie
A. J. Iken
W. Hall
W. Spoeth
J. Verona
W. B. Post
Tennessee
N. R. McVeigh
Memphis
Ratelg
Utah
W. D. O'slaughnesely
Vermont
H. Jones
Burlington
Virginia
Doswell
Dowell
Wilem Garth
Charlottesville
H. B. Tries
Gordonsville
J. W. Hamore
Newport Neye
Parkersburg
Canada
A. M. Channon
Ottawa
Ontario
Colonial
France
M. Bourman
Madamp
Henry
Drewars
Washington Fort
James Adams
Norfolk and Western
Peking
Mov
Yellow ‘River
Peking-Hankow
Regimn
the Sunday Post
Massachusetts Avenue
Palais Royal
Jacob A. Abs
A. Usher
Grippe
Iittie
Druffy
Buffalo
Duffy’s Pure
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