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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1907
Page
3
A jumble of names and events outlines a scandalous set of letters found in a desk after a Knickerbocker Trust departure. The notes reference a wife and partner, a staged humiliation, and links to a friend who delivered papers to Hin-Woman.
Fragmentary OCR describes strained relations after financial trouble and a rumored divorce. A second woman grows distant as a third party’s fate and a self blamed tragedy unfold. The text implies a troubled marriage, public scrutiny, and a dramatic personal crisis without clear resolution.
Large crowd gathered near the Park one nd Lurly nightn street residence as Clorteg Tauney’s funeral proceeded from the home to Woodlawn Cemetery. Notables including Rev Dr Parkhurst of the Madison Avenue church and Mrs Harney attended. East Thirty fourth police ensured order amid wreaths and floral tributes.
The soprano identified as Mme Emma Eames is reported engaged to an unnamed man named Sava, and not to a male partner. The article notes her engagement and references the social circle and events surrounding the announcement.
Thayile Ta Nov 16 Leonar do Geb and his sister Nisolina face murder verdicts for the death of waiter Lamana in the Ara de afie. Two minor participants in a kumpping are noted. four others’ involvement proved. Sentences include life imprisonment and fifteen years with commutation possible on appeal.
A disrupted incident at a local store ends with a gunfire exchange. The proprietor and clerk, names unclear, are involved as police investigate a burglary linked to a group of three robbers. Witnesses report a quick escape after the confrontation.
A Chester, Pennsylvania man, Alred Wnek, shot and killed Emma Kurner, 17, in Philadelphia's Frankford district after she refused his marriage proposal. He fired four shots, then fired into the air, was restrained by workers, and later remained composed at arraignment. The victim died an hour after admission to Frankford Hospital. Wnek, 21, faces murder charges, with a coroner's action forthcoming. The crime sparked mob reaction and police intervention as witnesses described the tragedy on Orthodox and Cambridge streets.
In Clarksfield Ohio Lorra vine Nov a1 Chasm McKim is shot in a motel room. Mr and Mrs A Tenax are held by police as implicated in the incident. Mrs Truax connected locally. Truax went to the Weatherstation Institute seeking Mrs Truax. Shortly after his arrival shots were heard and McKim was found gravely wounded.
New York reports severe distress in the theater world as 2000 actors out of work. Financial stringency and poor play quality cause many losses, with September and October marking a record of nine percent failures among new serious plays. Road companies return. managers hesitate to invest until money improves and original, strong plays are produced.
A special New York to Yale Princeton football crowd train struck a woman crossing tracks at Manstreet Port Chester on the New York New Haven and Hartford line. The engineer halted but not in time. the woman was thrown fifty feet. Passengers formed collections to aid her and others, raising funds as officials assisted.
Paris November 1 The French attitude toward Kaiser Wilhelm II’s visit to England is one of cautious approval. Paris sees no resentment and expects improved European harmony. Foreign Secretary Sir Ronald Grey emphasizes that stable Franco British relations and improved Franco German ties are key to shifting Anglo German dynamics.
The Tribuna reports possible talks between Emperor William of Germany and President Fallieres of France about meeting in the Mediterranean next spring with King Edward I present. It notes earlier 1904 hints required Italian court initiative, which did not occur due to diplomatic obstacles, and recalls President Lonbet’s visit to King Victor Emmanuel.
A collision between two freight trains at a water tank on the Pennsylvania Railroad near here this afternoon killed three trammen in the caboose of one train. The dead are Thomas Welsh Fugman of Kenna Pa Casper Fye conductor St Marys Pa R. J Curry brakeman.
The mayor of Huntsville Texas shot himself, ending his life amid business troubles and ill health. He was a 3 year old attorney prominent in local business interests. The report notes his identity with the city’s commercial affairs and the circumstances suggest self-inflicted death in Binisville Texas on November 1.
Birmingham reports Maud Parsons twenty list year old was shot and killed at a local hotel. Deputy Daguer says John Daguier twenty nine charged with the crime. Daguer claims the woman took his pistol and killed herself.
A leper who escaped from the home for lepers near here was found wandering the streets of New Orleans today and will be returned to the home. The report also mentions a dinner for diplomats in Japan and references Tokyo events in 1912 with unclear details.
The Brooklyn tunnel north tube was tested by Chief Engineer Noble and Interborough officials. A train of regular and flat cars carried steel rails from Bowling Green under the East River for about 400 feet, signaling a week until passenger service may begin.
Special to The Washington Post reports calls from Mrs John Alton Harris at a Philadelphia club urging women to avoid low cut gowns and escorting after theater events to curb male drinking. She argues modest attire and restraint by women would reduce drinking, while critics say the idea blames women and ignores peer pressure.
A fragmented notice lists marriage intentions among numerous individuals from Jametina NY Omaha Broad Run Covington Green Valor Beale and surrounding areas. Names include Andrey J Willard, Garris B H Sage, Mary A Cro, Rupert Lewis, Emam D Genter, Charles Dimac Wits, and several ages and locales. the text outlines licenses to wed for multiple couples with varied ages and hometowns.
A damaged health notice lists names and ages from 10 to 78 in a November date line. It includes an eczema cure advertisement for a Dr Dennis remedy claiming skin cures and a sample bottle offer, with street addresses and patient testimonials.
Thomas Whalley, a finishing project worker at the Firth Seishin plant in Glasgow, died yesterday morning after a machine pulled his coat into a cog while he checked its status. He arrived at the plant early, and despite efforts, was fatally injured. Coroner Glaxobrook deemed an inquest unnecessary.
New York bankers claim about 6 million dollars hid in safe deposit boxes. Wealthy individuals began withdrawing last summer, with heaviest losses during the October bank crisis. Currency brokers trimmed premiums, limited demand, and a Philadelphia firm secured 150000 to cover payrolls, while Wall Street banks felt excluded from Treasury plans.
A Missouri man was exonerated by Judge Gacenas of the Suprams Court of Cosbusta in Saltillo Mexico on a cruelty charge to animals after confinement of seventeen months. The case, tied to an alfal cattle shipment firm, drew international attention. In a separate incident, Jeanne Diot reported a burglary at 17317 Seventeenth Street Northwest, with $15 in cash and clothing stolen, suspecting a discharged accident girl.
A vintage health ad warns of kidney and bladder issues causing frequent urination and nocturnal wakings, plus back pain, indigestion, and fatigue. It touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a natural remedy to support kidney, liver, and bladder health and urges readers to try a trial.
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