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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1909

Page

8

Detective Garman Arrests Falaco Over Subway Obstruction

Detective Garman pursued an Italian suspect through a dim subway to Falaco the retiring trackwalker. Garman arrested Falaco at gunpoint as officers including Supt Kappel and Central Investigative Burtingame questioned him. Falaco admitted charges after a lengthy interrogation. a police court hearing was set for this morning.

Garman Falaco George Williams Felaco Gorman Higi Sinchea

Swiss Gala Night honors Paul Gitter and family in banquet

A Swiss minister Paul Gitter and family were honored at a banquet in Jinbreanes Hall marking the 50th anniversary of the Weahlugit Gruetliverein. The event featured speeches by Div Stauffacherin Swat Benevolent Society and many society members. Musical selections entertained about 60 members and their wives, with hall decorations and floral tributes. Members named include Picard Weaver Allemann Hof Brueg Steger Mettler and many others. Jacob Urger Julius Kelott and Edward Cosa led arrangements.

Paul Gitter United States Jinbreanes Weahlug Gruetliverein Div Stauffacherin Swat Benevolent Society Veteln Gruethi Verein Theuders Picard Li Weaver de Albert Allemann Vapii Schmid Foout Steger Joseph Mettler Abercht Ascithaenes Borruot Heaker T. Hurgi A. Casper Chatewin Chautwontet Stoff Egloft L. Eglot Ankhauser Gerabach J. Gutman E. Hitler Deel J. Koeht A. Krops G. AW Laissue J. Linder J. Muir Martin J. Mueller BL Muller Muenner C. Pleand HL Puster Chrntwoner OL. Ray Rhyn Mo Raux CL Babli A. Sandon Suigiter Schmidt C. Sehyephach W.ely Wellauer J. W. Zimmar Jacob |Urgeer Julius Kelott Edward Icosa Leon Chapuis Charles Hof

Captain Coffman Resigns From Infantry Command

Captain Coffman announces resignation after ten years as adjutant of the First Infantry Battalion. The move, approved by General, takes effect immediately as Coffman cites desire to devote more time to his profession. His departure surprises national labor officials and follows fifteen years of service.

Tage Jon Flaky Coffman Niweal Gudrd Aris Tapl Capt Etna National Land pTlvi Gen Harries Rongue Ling

Ultimatum Rumor Clouds Presidential Forester Talk

A garbled note reports an alleged ultimatum involving the President and Chief Forester Pin hot. The fragment suggests officials denied any serious demand or official stance, while sharp disappointment is noted. The piece appears to dismiss the tale as a fabrication and confirms no policy action was issued.

Forester Pinhot

Squires Death an Accident Reveals Police Theory

In a police update the death of Joseph C. J. is treated as an accident with a theory that a heart wound occurred during a pistol clash near Fittecarh not Adams strewn northeast. Inspector Hoardman stated investigations point to a likely accidental cause as services for the deceased pensioner were held at E. J. Fres home on 27 Dun xtreet with interment at Atling ee Memelerss.

Joseph C. J ‘Ves Fittecarh Adams Slrests

Wattersons Idea Marie Henry for Reform of the Press

Col Henry Watterson, veteran Louisville editor, returns from Europe and addresses National Press Club urging press reform. He warns reporters intrude on private life, calls for an intelligent movement, and praises newspapers as potent public educators while advocating restraint and dignity. He cites a rumored Democratic breach plot aimed at uniting the party and critiqued sensationalism.

Henry Watterson Louleville Courier-Journal Europe Uanual National Press Club the Tolonet Washington Charles A. Dana New York Boa Woilerson Capitol Nivat Mr. Watterdon Gron Wrest .Park Paris Mr. Bennett Mir. Melville B. 1 Stone Associated Press Watterson Col. Watterson Coronel Toft Roosevelt Republican Party

Ballot Deposit Instructions At Food Show Convention

A ballot must be placed in a properly labeled receptacle at the Food Show Convention on Wednesday November 18, 1909 between 1 30 PM and 7 PM.

Vote for Commissioners Straw Ballots at Food Show

Straw ballots held at Convention Hall food show judge two prospective District commissioners. Suffragettes join effort with petitions and booths while clergy preside and the press notes the outcome and potential political shifts discussed by Col Watterson and Taft era figures.

Chamber Committee Backs Electors Legislation for District

A Washington Chamber subcommittee on municipal legislation will urge its main committee to recommend legislative changes including electors for the district and representation in Congress. The group also favors placing the engineer department under commissioners chosen from civil life, with a long list of names on the subcommittee roster.

Gonaresa E. H. Daniel Arthur E. Randle Maj T. T. Smith M. Brown J. E. Pothury Ralph W. Lee J. Miller Kenyon James F. Oyster R. Hermon Johnson Frederick Handy W. H. Holloway W. H. Holloway, 8. E. Guy, W. C. Ralderston, Sarcuet’ Rous A. Leftwich Sinclair George #8 Walker Charles W. Durr George B. Farquhar

Catholic University Board Reelects Officers and Grows Fund

The Catholic University of America board met in McMahon Hall and reelected all former officers. Trustees approved transfer of the Worary, discussed the teachers’ institute, and studied a central power seating and lighting plant. Cardinal Gibbons and several archbishops attended. a year-end appeal urged voluntary contributions to strengthen the university’s endowment.

Catholic University of America McMahon Hall Teachers’ Institute Ind Knigita of Columbus Endowsment Fund Wiliam Turner Toe Thomas Award Shields Prorescor Charles H. McCarthy Cardinal Gibbins Ryan Philadelphia Glennan St. Louis Moeller Cincinnati Messner Unite Cardinal Gibbons University Clurahh Eppest

Father Kearney to be promoted in Dominican order

The Very Rev Lawrence F Kearney D P was reelected provincial of the Dominican Order in the United States for a fourth term at a Brookland meeting on October 20, with Rome signaling a possible promotion to a higher post for him. The Post notes this is a historic first four-term provincial tenure and hints at further expansive duties ahead.

Father Kearney Lawrence F. Kearnes D. P Dominicany Dominican Order United States College of the ‘Immaculate Conception Brookland SimMar Dominica Idf Rome Father Kearney’ Sill

Candidates for District Commissioner Nominated by White House View

Washington insiders map a crowded field of contenders for two local District Commissioner vacancies. G Taylor Wade garners strong backing with a broad petition while real estate dealer May and Mount Pleasant attorney Campbell are among other named hopefuls. Health officer Dr W C Woodward, Clarence Wilson, P T Moran, A J Leckie, Cuno H Rudolph, Col Arthur Rendle, and architect William Eames Young associate Glenn Brown draw influential support as the president weighs qualifications and potential conflicts.

rHstrict Tomminginners White House Commissioner West Congress G. Taylor Wade Wade May C. M. Campbell Mount Pleasant Campball Washington Mont Pleasant W. C. Woodward Clarence ,Wilson P. T. Moran A. J. J. Leckie Leckie Cuno H. Rudolph New Thla Col Arthur E. Rendle Igana William & Games Eames & Young, Architects St. Louis American Institute of Architects Glenn Brown Eames Department of Justice Hames Brown

Four Master in Distress Off Carolina Coast

The Wilmington station and the patrol vessels Blanche, Sea King, and Seminole rushed to aid a four master schooner ashore near Frying Pan Shoals by the Knwettle buoy. A southwest wind at 30 miles per hour drives the vessel, laden with cargo, into danger. The Oak Toland Life-Saving Station is attempting a rescue of the crew.

Carolina Coast Wimington D. C Sea King Oule Fryag Tan Shoals

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