Boy Solo for $20 Shanghaied From Boston Reaches Washington
Oscar Jepson, 17, recounts months of brutal abuse after being chloroformed aboard a schooner near Boston. He was robbed, beaten, and stabbed, then thrown overboard near Colonial Beach as revenue cutters neared. He survived, walked to Washington, and is receiving care. investigation, with involvement of his father and Mr Sellers, to identify captains and crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Jepson
Colonial Beach
Shankhaid
Jepson
Ion i
JP Jepson
Sortay Street
Leston
Dauther
J & Th
Ts Foston
Boston
Irpsan
Cape
Coton Beach
Eye
Sinat
Carontal Beach
Washington Ts
Wiente
Sellers
First Precinct
Young Jepson & Prisoner
Penrose backs Munson for commerce court judge
Pennsylvanian Senator Penrose announced support yesterday for La Rue Munson of Williamsport as judge of the new commerce court. Munson, a leading Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, withdrew from the Masatzren convention as Taft’s absence and unconfirmed reports delayed Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penrose
Pennsylania
Senate
la Rue Munson
Williamsport
New Commerce Court
Washington
Taft
X Munson
Democratic Party
Penn
Mania
Jaat Yung
School Escorts Marguerite Home After Kidnapping Attempt
In New York on November 22 three Italians attempted to kidnap 9 year old Marguerite Ferry from Public School 162 in Bath Beach. The entire school now accompanies her home daily, amid police cooperation, while the attackers remain at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Marguerite Ferri
Seventeenth Avenue
Bath Beach
Marguerite
Made John Brown's Coffin. Louis Starry dies at 80
Charleston West Virginia November 22 The last participant in John Brown's hanging has died aged 80 Louis P Starry the undertaker who crafted Browns coffin rode in the wagon from the jail to the scaffold and laid out the body at Harpers Ferry for Mrs Brown and Dr McKim Starry spent his life in Charleston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
John Brown
Louis P Starry
Browns
Starry
Brown
Harpers Ferry
Mra Brown
McKim
Tolstoi Buried With Simple Ceremonies in Tolstoi Home grave
Count Leo Tolstoi was laid to rest at Yasnaya Polyana after a simple private ceremony amid crowds of mourners. His sons carried the coffin two miles from Zaiselka station to the author’s house, where the body lay in state in a bare room. Bands sang Eternal Memory as peasants, students, and family honored the reformer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tula
Russia
Leo Tolstoi
Zaiselka
Vasnaya Vollana
Jugural
Moscow
Tolstoi
Bny
Astapova
Zaseika
Yasnaya Poliana
Leo Nikelaivitch
Tolatol
Buddha
St Petersburg
Kief
Miller Sued by Surety Company for 6000 Bond Loss
The American Surety Company filed suit in District Supreme Court to recover 6000 from J Barton Miller, former secretary treasurer of Farst Cooperative Building Association of Georgetown, alleging embezzlement during his tenure. The bond was issued January 1899 to cover losses, and after Miller’s conviction, receiver William Earl Ambrose demanded payment. the amount was paid. Miller's counsel John B Laskey plans a defense. In a separate incident Mahlon Seese of Nokesville Va was hospitalized after a horse kick fractured his teeth and facial bones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Surety Company
District Supreme Court
Mc Kenney
Flannery
J. Barton Miller
Fits
Miller
Hts
Freight rate hearing flags fuel for railways and shippers
A lengthy Interstate Commerce Commission hearing examined the lack of scientific business methods in railroads and the impact of proposed freight rate increases. George W. Perkins and Morgan syndicate interests were noted as driving forces behind calls for higher tariffs, with Grand Rapids furniture manufacturers testifying that consumer costs would rise. Officials debated whether increases should be nationwide or regionally discriminatory and challenged crude labor practices on the rails as part of the broader debate on modernization and profit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Perkins
J. P. Morgen Company
New York Syndicate
Interatute Commerce Commission
Grand Rapids Furniture Manufacturing Industries
Michigan
Lyon
Morgan Iyndicate
Henry M. Towne
Merchants’ Association of New York
Towne
Penpsy
Walter L. Fisher
National Wholesale Dry Goods Association
Western Association of Shoe Wholesalers
Titteman
Thayer
Pennsylvania Railroad
C J. Bertschy
Milwaukee
Schutz Brewing Company
Ernest L. Ewing
Grand Rapids
W H Gay
Mr. Gay
Stewart Foote
Perkins
Foote
Frank Lyon
Commission
Pam Kina
Mr. Brandeis
Mason and Dixon
Hne
EB. K. Pritchett
Grand Rapide
James Mapes Dodge
Philadelphia
Link Belt Company
Q. E. Buttterfield
New York Central Railroad
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
Means to Prosperity for Railways and Allied Industries
The article reports on a speech by Chairman Knapp arguing for rail earnings to fund capital for new lines, better wages, and existing-line improvements. It highlights the need for private capital, stable rates aligned with national policy, and public confidence in railroads, plus Willard urging political neutrality and a measured rate approach. It notes merchant investor Clanm’s support and lists reelected officers: President George A. Post and several vice presidents, plus Treasurer Charles A. Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knapp
Vanager
Willard
Interstate Commerce Commission
Commission
George A. Post
H. H. Westinghouse
O H. Cutter
W. H
Elks Complete Plans For Memorial Services
Elks memorial committee finalized arrangements for the December 4 service at the National Theater. Each lodge member will receive four tickets to distribute to friends. Marine Band to provide music. Committee: Robert M. McWade chairman Herman Richards secretary F J Mersheimer press F B Clarksop printing F N Whitehead talent C E Bright seating William Santelmann music P J Foley portraits and Hugh Harvey speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Elks’ Memorial Committee
National Theater
Lodge
Marine Band
Robert M. McWade
Herman Richards
F. J. Mersheimer
F. B. Clarksop
F. N. Whitehead
C. E. Bright
William Santelmann
P. J Foley
Hugh Harvey
Secretary Ballinger Urges General Oil Leasing Policy
Secretary Ballinger arrived with a report advocating a general leasing system for oil and gas bearing lands in California and other states. He stated a liberal policy will be recommended to Congress, aiming to open public lands for exploration and development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
States
Congress
Secretary of the Interior
Ballinger
Hotel Guests Across Cities Listed by Endorsed Houses
A long item lists numerous guests by city and hotel across the United States. Names appear with affiliations to Raleigh, Willard, Shoreham, Ebbitt, and other venues in Boston Chicago New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh California Connecticut Georgia Illinois Kentucky Maryland Massachusetts New York Pennsylvania Texas Virginia and more. Multiple individuals and couples travel through major hotels.
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Boston
A G Marston
Raleigh
Charles B. Edwards
Shoreham
Chicago
Eva O Glenn
St. James
Mancaffe
Ebbitt
G. Baldwin
Willard
New York City
John D. Rattin
FA. Frys
M Grant
Julius Yorechel
Walter Ho Savers
H. W. Henoner
C. B Conner
C . Carter
P W_ French
CF Geschner
Bhoreham
A Crosby
J Vaun
Wit
Arlington
Banner
George Wolf Jr
Riges
C.H Garetty
H. Carmay
Riggs
Kelle
Willard Pittsburg
E. D. Batchelor
California
G. C. E. Gray
Careles
W. B P. Snyder
Los Angeles
W . Billot
Miss W G Elliott
Santa Barbare
Fredericks Kobo
San Francisco
Connecticut
Wwilliam R. Gray
Stem
Ford
Jeorgia
J. W. Levy
Auguste
A. Mercer
Savannah
Illinois
F. M. Reese
Purie
James
Kentucky
Mies Simpson
Lexington
Davidridge
Elsie Davidridge
Frankfort
I Manyland
Rochester
G. Emery, Jr
Yonkers
Smith Mir
Anna Smith
Schenectady
Trunk Victim Clews About To Sail For France
Special to The Washington Post New York November 2 Albert C Callier a French artist whose body was found in a trunk in West Fifty fourth street is believed murdered. He was last seen in mid June 1902 with $10000 to $12000 and a ticket for France. His brother Rene Cartier searched Africa Sierra Leone and French Guinea, and Callier disappeared after showing a large draft and a jacket from a French line ship. An artist acquaintance who knew Callier in Paris and New York recounts his wanderer life, lack of a studio and plans to return to France before disappearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
New York
Albert C. Callier
Lewis
West Fifty-fourth Street
France
Callier
Rene Cartier
Albert
Sierra Leone
Africa
Paris
French Guinea
America
Esc
Pelham Road
Sixty-third Street
CalNernayer
William Lewis
Rene Caltier
Pcomp§iny
Rene Caller
Albert Callier
Caller
Afriqa
Trunk discovery ties missing waiter to Germany
A World report states Jody, found last week in a trunk at 40 West Fifty-fourth Street, may be living in Germany. A traveling European two years ago saw Lewis, head waiter at a hotel, speak English, and his photo matches a police image from Philip Meagher. If identified, the trunk case could reveal his whereabouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jody
West Fifty-fourth Street
Germany
Europe
Lewis
Philip Meagher
Meagher
Not Common Carrier Court Rules on Joint Liability
Justice Anderson in District Supreme Court held the Washington Terminal Company not a common carrier and the 1906 Employers Liability Act did not apply. Ed ward McNamara, fireman, sued both defendants for 10000 damages after a switch engine crash. The case against the railroad was dismissed for lack of neglect. the ruling may be reviewed by the Court of Appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Anderson
Vet Court No. 1
District, Supreme Court
Edward McNamara
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Washington Terminal Company
Baltimore and Ohio
Leckie
Fulton & Cox
McNamara
District of Columbia
Court of Appeals
Hamilton, Colbert, Yerkes & Hamilton
Cantacuzene Visits United States for Six Weeks
Prince Michael Cantacuzene, son-in-law of Maj Gen Frederick Dent Grant, arrived in New York from Russia aboard the Kronprinz Wilhelm to spend six weeks in the United States. He was met at quarantine by Grant and conveyed to Governors Island aboard the yacht General Chenay where Princess Cantacuzene and their three children awaited. He will visit Washington friends and stay at Mrs. Potter Palmer's Florida home during his stay, marking his first return in five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
New York
Prince Michael Cantacuzene
Frederick Dent Grant
Department of the East
Kronpring Wilhelm
Russia
Mner
Hoboken
Cantacuzene
General Chenay
Prince
Governors Island
United States
Washington
Florida
Potter Falmer
America
Congress Heights group objects to parole inmate hearings
F E Butterfield of the Congress Heights Citizens Association says inmates on parole at the Government Hospital for the Insane are not given proper notice or a chance to respond. He cites a gate left open allowing patients to escape, and demands a formal hearing with Interior Department officials and a required attendant for patients leaving the grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress Heights Association
Government Hospital
Board of Governors
F E Butterfield
Congress Heights
J .Congress Heights
Aslum
Butterfield
Wason
Interior Department
Acker
Department
George M Sternberg
Gunnell
Board of Visitors
Dr Butterfield
Secretary of the Interior
Lewis Reported in Germany Seen by Traveler at Hotel
A World report says a traveler in Germany encountered William Lewis, the man police have sought as a suspected murderer in the Albert Callier case. The sighting occurred about a year ago and may affect the ongoing investigation in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spedal
Washington Post
New York
William Lewis
Albert Callier
Cies
Greater Alexandria Moves Toward Expansion and School Move
The Alexandria city council advanced a plan to extend the city limits by ordinance, directing legal steps to annex parts of Alexandria and Fairfax counties for improved police and fire protection. A Second Baptist Church move was approved to avoid loss of property, while other actions included sewer penalties, street and police funding, revolving doors for the city market, and a school board reshuffle. A highwayman suspect was detained after a robbery, and Lee School dismissed pupils for Thanksgiving over a minor health advisory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post Bureau
King Street
Alexandria
Joint
Alexandria County
Committee On Finance and General Laws
Alexandra
Fairfax Counties
Fairfax County
Second Baptist Church
Columbus
Pendleton
Columbus Street
Oronoco
Birrell
Committee On
Board of Police Commissioners
Committee On Finance
General
L . Stabler
J. F. Myer
A H. Thomson
G. J. Cox
Harry O 'Kirk
T. C. Howard
Presbyterians Buy Property at Prince and St. Asaph
The trustees of the church have purchased the property at the northeast corner of Prince and St. Asaph streets from Julian Taylor and will rent it to tenants in the spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Computerian Church
Julian Taylor
Prince and St. Asaph Streets
Gore Charges Up Again Today
The House select committee examining bribery charges against Senator Gore will resume hearings today. Witnesses include former Senators Marion Butler of North Carolina and John M Thurston of Nebraska, who have served as counsel for the Indians. The panel aims to finish next month and report to the House in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gore
House Select Committee
Five Civilized Tribes of Indians
Biguty
Marion Butler
North Carolina
John M Thurston
Nebraska
House
Engineers Mark Fifth Anniversary Banquet in Washington
The Washington Society of Engineers held its fifth anniversary banquet at Rauscher’s with 150 members in attendance. President Bernard R. Green introduced toastmaster Arthur P. Davis. Short remarks were delivered by Dr Harvey W. Wier Marshall Leighton Joseph A Holmes Hutch S Cone and Louis A Bauer. Thieves Take Farmer’s Turkeys in Kensalls Station Kensalls Station Anne Arundel County farmer Charles W Mitchell reported 20 dressed turkeys stolen after he arrived in Washington to find them missing. He had planned to sell them tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Society of Engineers
Rauschers
Bernard R. Green
Arthur P. Davis
Dr. Harvay W. Wier
Marshall
Leighton
Joseph A Holmes
Hutch S Cone
Louis A Bauer
Charles W. Mitchell
Kensalls Station
Anne Arundel County
Washington
Mitchel
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Nea Couk
Penrose Inderses
Democrat
Brooklyn
Michael Filtzi
Giuseppe Longo
W. Va
Leo Tolston
Mahlon Seese
Nokesville
Morgan
Saga
ELKS
Pennsylvania
J G. McCormick
Monongahela
Bt. James
Alexander W. Acheson
Texas
F E. Norrie
Fort Worth
St James
Virginia
C W. Selden
Richmond
C Ban Ver
Ralaigh
F. P. Reynold
Fort Moncoe
Francis Green
EH. A. Les
Mey IB Houlstt
Soda Bere
Court Sa
Will
Hirauys
Excello
George Strauss & Co
Pennsylvania Avenue
Greater
Council
Baptist Church
Hayes Jackson
Sixbits
E. G. Colvin
Colvin
Lee School
Gorman
Edmonston
Olioe
Edmonston & CO
F Street
Castoria
Knox
Hotel Belvedere
Charles and Chase Sts
Baltimore
Tenona
R. RK
Mt. Royal Station
Bent Renst- Jential
Maryland
WM L Jordan
Berkeley
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