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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1907
Page
24
Fragmented OCR reveals political maneuvering around Roosevelt and Coxey loyalty claims. The document notes Dempsey renominated and Cincinnati Democrats pledging to back Edward Torysew for mayor, with talks of and Altather’s term and convention plans amid ongoing party strategy.
A historic tennis match featured Lord Bishop of London and American participants amid a convention setting. Officials, observers, and clerical figures watched as opponents contended, with attendees noting the event’s unique political and religious symbolism during the episcopal gathering.
Ambitious church leaders and dignitaries gather for a Virginia convention as bishops and prominent clergymen arrive. The event highlights church progress and notable attendees amid a planned program focused on religious affairs.
The Washington Homeopathic Medical Society held a session at the Arlington Hotel with about 700 attendees. Speakers outlined the need for a steady water supply, noting Great Falls as a key intake and describing filtration issues and bacteria counts before treatment.
The piece surveys the 1904 Republican nomination battle as four leading contenders Taft Farrbanks Cannon Knox and Hughes contend for delegates from key states Ohio Indiana Illinois Pennsylvania and New York and weigh likely strategies. Cortelyou and Shaw are discussed as possible dark horses with Cortelyou’s conservative record noted and Hughes viewed as a potent rival while Knowles and Roosevelt era dynamics are also referenced.
The article analyzes Shaw's needed support from former Shaw allies and Gov Cumming's rivals as he contemplates the presidential convention. It weighs whether Shaw can unite Sanderson Sunamina and veterans to secure a factor role for former Secretary Shaw, assuming the President does not seek a new nomination and that the likely nominee would win easily.
Testimony shows George N Gardiner says Miller earned far more from premiums than his $3900 salary. Miller reportedly told Gardiner he paid about 480 monthly expenses for five servants in Ardsley. Friends and family discuss a divorce and Miller’s promise to marry the sister, with Knopt unable to attend due to illness.
Representatives of Brazil's Thirty Party, including Congress members and business millionaires, arrived in Washington to inspect public buildings and learn U S commercial methods. The delegation plans a two to three day program, meeting officials from Commerce and State, then touring monuments and Court Vernon.
Daniel Loughran of Northwest was slightly injured last evening when the survey in which she rode collided with a cab near the corner of Fifteenth and L streets. The horse pulling the survey wagon frightened and dashed, the wheel struck the cab, throwing Mrs Loughran against the goat side. Vehicles were only slightly damaged.
Former Superintendent McFarland resigns from the Government Printing Office and a reorganization creates a new Machinery Department. McFarland becomes superintendent of machinery while Constantine remains foreman in the printing division. John Hereforeman of the Congressional Record division is promoted to succeed Constantine.
Real estate firm AB Tax Company opened consultations on Toursventh Street and New York Avenue last night, claiming to be the first such real estate office in Washington. Edmond K. Fox and night staff reported strong interest and a successful start for business expansion in the capital.
In dead man’s hollow near Rosslyn, John Mullen names Charles Weiss as the shooter after a dramatic hospital confrontation. Weiss, denied by Mullen, pleads innocence as officials and bystanders listen. Miss Weiss supports a rival witness, while authorities plan a full morning investigation and consider jail transfer.
The National University Law School opened last night with Eugene Carus presiding. Dean Carus noted faculty additions including Hannis Tastor and increased hours. Corporation Counsel Thomas outlined equity jurisprudence courses, followed by Gen Davis, Han nis Taylor, Frederick J Siddons, and George A hing. Siddons urged more men with legal education amid concerns over law ignorance.
A French dancer Ale Woingente Torquere was arrested by Sergeant Lee after a Parisian dance performance deemed improper. The case was postponed to tomorrow with collateral set at $60, pending her appearance and court proceedings.
Bertha V Brand seeks United States divorce from William C M Brand in the District Supreme Court alleging three years of intemperance. She claims her late father John L Vogt left an estate above 900,000 and accuses the husband of neglect and threats, seeking support, custody and a decree restraining him from visiting their Lamont Street home.
Members of the Shamrock Club pass resolutions on the death of president Frank P Burke who died Sunday. An evening meeting at the Continental Hotel on Pennestrada avenue adopted tributes describing Burke as a strict and genial leader and citizen. The club planned to attend Burke's funeral, with committees named to arrange a seating and carriages.
Weather bulletin reports 1-8 ppm parameters and a broad area of high pressure over the Central U S. Expect late week precipitation in parts of Minnesota Nebraska and the Dakotas with possible rain or showers near Wisconsin and Missouri valley regions. Winds shift NW along the Atlantic coast with cooler temperatures and mixed cloud cover across New England and the Gulf region. Continuous light rain or drizzle may affect eastern markets and port operations Friday into the weekend with temperatures dipping into the mid 40s to mid 50s.
Washington Chamber of Commerce committees debated three site options for a permanent home at meetings on Fourteenth and G Streets Northwest and at Thirteenth and F. The preferred southwest corner of Fourteenth and G faced backing, while the Willard Estate site near Thirteenth and F carried a higher price. Subcommittees will study options further and report at the next chamber session.
Funeral services for Mrs Margaret Buckelew of Madison Wisconsin were held at Rock Creek Cemetery. Auxiliary and Spanish War Veterans conducted the naval series for the deceased. Coroner and investigation officials confirm accidental death by asphyxiation, amid ongoing doubt from some investigators and local board members.
Joseph Nelto served as escort to President Ainesin when he was shot at Ford’s Theatre. He collapsed, died soon after, and was found unconscious until medical aid arrived. He had previously acted as a bodyguard for Lincoln’s administration and remained with the wounded president until help came. The incident followed a later report of illness at his home on Twelfth Street Southeast.
Announcement says a rerouted service will use the new station at Union Terminal on November 10. After a conference with General Superintendent ET Brooks, officials expect the line to run trains into the Livion station by November. If the train is discontinued, workers faced extra fare to reach Potomac yards at Four Mile Run.
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