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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1909

Page

19

Mine disaster rescue drags on as bodies found

Reports from an extensive mine fire describe recovery efforts at a shaft mouth where crowds gathered. National Guardsmen patrolled the area as workers faced heavy obstacles, heat and toxic gas while recovering nineteen or twenty bodies.

Offaly Shaft Mouth Cherry I Navy Ole Proberg Mai Pft St Foul Baturdas Trawan Thie Phatt Andioud Clelmet Nery Teast Vurng Toton Hall Southorty

Obituary notices from a late 19th/early 20th century paper

Fragmented obituaries list names such as Anderson, Danson, Dodge, and Carre along with relatives, residence streets, and dates in November. The items mention deaths, interments, and family references, including addresses at Sea, Up sil place, and Oak III Cemetery, with various private services and memorial references.

DLP Rite Pall Anderson James Kip Ungerstawa Margaret Sea Air Tae Westiam Abedh Sarah E. Dodge Alexander Staibeth Dodge Euvnton Musson Columbia Man Oak III Noomber Foxman Avenue Con Noremeéeey Tresdman Mosw John Marie

Bodies Found After Ventilation Dig At Cherry Mine

Rescue workers in two descents with oxygen gear retrieved bodies from the Cherry Mine disaster. Letters written before descending were mailed to families in case of death. A crowd besieged the morgue and charity kitchens provided groceries to 18 families as officials investigate mine safety and worker protection.

J W Paul George' H Rice Rky Willian Jamea ‘Taylor Thomas Moses Cody Eckhart Worl Progressed Rapids Today Bpckwell American Red Cross

Alimony Suit to Go On Denial of Preliminary Examination

Special to The Washington Poet reports New York North Supreme Court Justice Trans denied assistant treasurer George Terry’s motion for preliminary examination in a suit seeking about 6900 dollars for rent and alimony to Lille Terry and son Lawrence. Terry sought wife and son's testimony to prove cancellation. Lille Terry, living in Oaxaca, Mexico, argued the motion was dilatory and that her son in Mexico is hostile and ignorant of the agreement. A parade of names follows in the court record with various individuals and places referenced.

Terry Washington New York North Supreme Part Trans George Terry United States Lille Lawrence Terry E Ray Oaxaca Mexico Chichiahua Mevico New York Seabury Today Frederick Bond Augustin Dalys

Health Office Record of Various Individuals and Ages

A fragmented health office record lists numerous individuals including Bietha George A and Grace L Bandegtrt, Nellie H Jones, George M and Bennie Whittwall, Helen Howard, Tenjamin Nellie Herding, Freverich and Fmm T Crittardan, Floyd gud Resale H Michast, Springhe'd ama Aueie Beadford, Lillis Adams, William Septe gle ance, John McGavley and 8 soldiers Home, Brian Lasb 202%, Mary EB Neatine 822 K, Gille V Bergman, Thomas Duncan, Hanson F Barnard, Carrie Taylor, George Hammes, Chamas A Smackum, John T Clifford, and others, with ages ranging from infancy to elderly. The snippet mentions Marine barracks service, government hospital, and Seaton Place among partial addresses. The text appears as a disordered roster or casualty-like list from a historical health office record.

George A Grace L Trunk Nellie H Jones George M Bennie Whittwall Helen Howard Nellie Bor Freverich Crittardan Floyd Michast Beadford Lillis Adams William and Agies Ance John McGavley Brian William Grorga Hammes Lraderick Carter Ava Nw Pat We John T Clifford

New Trick of Beef Trust Exposed in Circular Scam

The New York World reports unsigned Circulars claim beef supply lags demand, urging readers to fear shortages. It alleges the beef and intestines trusts back a campaign to push prices higher, while cattle are reportedly sent to Europe and farmers switch to grain farming.

New York World American Beef Producers’ Associaion United States Atgek Middle West Enttls Trust American Beef Producers Association Beef Trust Hurgpe Carcelar

iFALAGO FAILS 70 SET BALL Hearing in Police Court Continued on Plea

Falaco, known as the trackwalker Falaco, was arraigned in police court after being charged with attempting to obstruct a railroad track and wiring a steel shot to the rail. Bail set at 5006. case continued until next Monday to allow defense to secure witnesses.

Domine Falaco Union Staten Cubway Southern Railway Battorney James B Archer Baluco Yesterdes Pole Court Falacos Washington Terminal Company A M_ Keppel Washington Terminal Commans Falaco

Accused of Train Wrecking by Local Squatters

Wimington N C November 18. Sequel to repeated depredations by alleged squatters on the Waccamaw Lumber Company lands ends with a tram wreck causing the death of one laborer and injuries to several officers. JW Brady and two Brady brothers along with Shade Ballard are arrested and held for court in Lumberton on charges of secret assault with intent to kill. The squatters dispute ownership after the lands were acquired by purchase in court and continue encroachment claims.

Wimnington N C Lower Brunswick Waccamaw ‘Lumber Company Buck) Brady Sera O W Bornce Brady Shade Ballard Olr Lumberton John X McDonald

Carnegie Sees Era of Prosperity and Canal Progress

Andrew Carnegie sails to Norfolk and predicts America will enjoy one of its greatest and longest prosperity eras. He discusses waterways, Panama Canal completion, and urged river and riverine improvements. He notes tuberculosis and hookworm battles, pledging land and funds while praising Pennsylvania leadership.

Taft Norfolk Tranmaster Carnegie America Panama Canal Obra

Catholics Discuss Missions At Catholic University

The Catholic Missionary Union of America met at the Catholic University with Archbishop Ryan of Philadelphia presiding. Rev A P Doyle described 376 missions and 383 6s communions distributed by the Apostolic Mission House since the movement began. Dr Herbert Vaughn of London outlined a new plan to extend the mission to non Catholics in West Tolbater. News from London reported priests in Australia and New Zealand starting the movement there with encouraging results. Ryan and Doyle were reelected to six year terms.

Catholic Missionary Union of America Catholic University Archbishop Ryan Philadelphia A. P Doyle Apostolic Winstow House Prissis Herbert Vaughn London West Tolbater Australia New Zealand Ryan Re A P Doyle

French minister Barthou hints at court reform plan

Paris reports that Minister of Justice Barthou confirmed plans announced during Mme Steinhel's trial to reform France's trial courts this week. He proposed appointing an intra parliamentary commission to advocate changes aimed at expediting investigations by examining magistrates and reducing judges duty and delays.

Paris Justus Barthou Mme Steinhel France Barthou Luiciilega

Tucker Not a Quitter Candidate Right Now for Governor

Special to The Warbington Post from Norfolk Virginia reports May Harris George Tucker, defeated in the last Democratic gubernatorial primary, says he is a candidate right now and will be a candidate for governor in the future. He arrived with Washington guests to entertain President Tat here tomorrow.

Warbington Norfolk Washington

Washington medium’s kit exposed at Paladino séances

A THalian medium agent claimed Hereward Carrington sent a young visitor to Matinka & Co in New York to buy phosphorescent paint and conjuring devices for Paladino séances. The firm’s Francis Matinka described making trick props and confessed to supplying devices for lifting tables and luminous effects used in séances.

Fhesiel Lo Washington Festew York Busapa Faladino Hereward Carrington Matinka & Co Francis Matinua Sixth Avenue Carrington Signore Paladino Matinka Searce Sliekers Fares Matinkowas Herrmann

Water supply plan to supplement Kilby Lake for Suffolk

The Portsmouth Suburban Water Company to supplement Lake Kilby supply to Suffolk Portsmouth and part of Norfolk by tapping Cohoone Creek. Suffolk supervisors grant a right of way for pipes along the public road and the drought has lowered Lake Kilby prompting the action.

Portsmouth Suburban Company Lake Kilby Washington Post Suffolk Portsmouth Suburban Water Company Portsmouth Norfolk Newsemond Lake Killa Hagerstown National Board of Underwriters

Future of Agriculture Emphasized by Assistant Secretary Hays

Omengo Ror reports Hays, Assistant Secretary of Agriculture, urged at the National Berm Land Congress that scientific research and agricultural education have proven their value. He cited the growth of state stations and schools, and said agricultural science could boost farm revenues to match national capital imports, while stressing the need to increase productivity per acre to feed a growing population and noting the department’s half century of growth to over 110 employees.

Department of Agriculure Todey Woh Hays Hazs Department of Agriculture

Betrays Thief in Revenge Case at Florence

Joseph Ellsworth, arrested in Chicago, confesses to the November robbery of Schuyler Rainer's Florence, Kentucky area safe. The heist yielded nearly $5000 with $1990 in securities missing. Wildam Hamilton identified by the housekeeper and clergyman as the robber, while Ellsworth’s wife was followed to Chicago leading to his arrest. Ellsworth reportedly resembles Hamilton, and a witness claim ties Ellsworth to the crime through a Pennsylvania informant.

Wildam Hamilton Florence Clergman Hamilton Rafner Amilton Ellsworth Adolf van Dame Philadeight van Demel Eillsworth Elsworth von Demme Chicago

Two Millions for Memorial Erection in Nation Plan

The George Washington Memorial Association announces plans to raise about 32 million dollars by national subscription for a memorial building in Washington. The fund aims to house national societies and promote science and literature, appealing to school children and citizens of moderate means.

Washington Miod-Erate

Naval League magazine argues against naval understanding with Britain

The German Navy League official organ prints Admiral Weber stating the league’s duty is to oppose any naval understanding with Great Britain. He asserts peace depends on defeating an enemy or maintaining power, argues Germany should not enter a naval pact with England, and cites past German naval expansion only after German merchants faced oppression.

German Navy League Eaa Washington Post Berlin Die Trotte The Navy League Weber Great Britain England

French cabinet faces test over pending budget vote

Paris reports the French cabinet faces a confidence vote next week as the budget debate centers on taxes from autos, tobacco, wine, and inheritances to cover proposed work and pension schemes. Socialist leader Jaures urges a broader Anglo Franco German entente to cut armaments. Berlin notes 1910 budget shows ordinary revenues balancing at 4 600 300, up from last year.

Paris France Wy Hay Ag Jaures Ic Chamber of Deputies

Polar controversy sparks a naming joke at a National Geographic event

A distinguished National Geographic Society member reacts to a polar literature debate by recounting a street scene. He jokes about naming two kittens cook and Peary, quipping they were not polecats, in a humorous exchange reflecting early 20th century polar curiosity.

Naional Geographic Society Reaponguila Jerry Cook Peary

WIFE GOES TO FRED Harford Courievis

Frederick Reid of Yeveland, wife of a man who twice attempted suicide, and Blanche Ferguson of Washington arrive with her father to take him home. Epberly Reid to be released from jail on a technical charge and taken home. uncertainty surrounds further custody.

Harford

Vatican Versus Rights Sparks Church School Clash

Vatican opposition to bishops rights and parental school control erupts in protests over textbooks. Catholic factions in Rome and Paris clash with government lines, while sisters protest by pulling their daughters from local schools citing religious instruction concerns.

Rome Pru Milan Redlaz France Gardner Enyas Tren Jepe Vatican Chass

Finnish Diet D isolved After Govt Bill Rejection

The Finnish Diet dissolved today after the government bill failed to receive sanction. An appropriation of 00 000 for defense was requested. An election will be held February 1 and the new Diet will assemble March 7.

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