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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1909
Page
33
The account recounts a ceremony where a Percheron horse stands beside a royal child and a boy named Sonoma Boy, as President Roosevelt and others discuss horses, mutton chops, and the Panama Canal in a reflective scene. Notable figures and places include the President, Sonoma Boy, and the Panama Canal project. The narrative ties presidential history to a public exhibition and political context.
A fragmented report describes Lewis being held for grand jury action amid federal proceedings. Details mention the United States attorney, a federal commissioner, and bail set at 1000 dollars, with hearings led by Anson S. Fayle and William Whitwort.
A joint Washington Aero Club and Chamber of Commerce committee met to discuss site selection for the 1910 international aviation meet. Baltimore and Washington plan collaboration to attract the event, with College Park identified as a leading location and a subcommittee to visit potential sites.
The proprietor Actel faces trial after a court hearing where he pleaded not guilty. The judge ordered proceedings and the date will be set for an early trial in the county court, with preparation noted by Maigan and site records.
An invitation from Rochester Society of Contage and Labo Mage extends to members of the National Commerce to attend a tunnel event on October 17. Secretary Ta ree reportedly plans to return to Washington Monday from Marion Wes, where he has spent his summer vacation.
Schwartz and Pelzman Reliable Tailors on Seventh Street promote overcoats for cool weather with emphasis on style fit and value. They claim prices compare with other menswear and invite readers to visit their shop for tailored garments and alterations.
Swedish church plans in Washington move forward with sermons in Swedish and rites in the Swedish Church. Rex AY Tiistam of New York proposes services at Lutheran Memorial Church with Rev Enstan delivering talks until Rev Mr Douglas arrives to lead. Levi McLaughlin noted as a relative in the article. Mrs M L Grove of Big Pool died. she was a former resident of Cumberland Valley and sister of Levi McLaughlin of Washington DC.
A September 23 letter from Odell L. Whipple president of the Washington Cane Club thanks The Washington Post for supporting a regatta and prizes. The September 21 meeting of the Washington Gangs Club unanimously passed a resolution praising the paper and noting that aquatic sports will benefit from the generosity.
A Washington Chamber of Commerce reception honored auto parade winners at its headquarters. President Gude presented a silver bowl to navy yard workers led by Thomas E Carrull, praising civic effort while welcoming all participants. Isaac Gans explained judges awarded prizes anonymously to competitors, later revealed after the ceremony.
London and New York reports say Sir Thomas Lipton intends to sail for New York within the month to issue a challenge for the America Cup under current universal rules. He rejects the 6 year old rule, insisting the challenger must cross the ocean under sail, while the defender remains at unrestricted speed.
The Woman’s Christian Temperance Union of the District of Columbia will hold its annual convention at Tinanvel Baptist Church on Sixteenth Street and Columbia Road October 6 and 7. A second convention in December 12 to 18 will feature speakers from major organizations nationwide. Plans include a Loyal Temperance Legion parade in January with many Washingtonians participating.
Alexander Grant, superintendent of the postal service, will meet with division superintendents in Washington on October 1 to discuss retrenchment and economy. The aim is to determine how the mail service may be rendered more efficient and economical with expert guidance guiding reforms.
Col Edward B Pratt Thirtieth Infantry ordered before an arms loothing board at Vancouver Barracks Wash for examination. The Infantry officer, appointed from Virginia in 18? entered university life in 1902. The dean announced the opening address by Judge Leighton. Mrs Corkery seeks divorce from Maurea F. Corkery alleging abuse including throwing a water pitcher. Chyet Clegh Field goes to Seattle on Alaska Exposition business, J R Gasking acting chief clerk.
Robert Person, auditor for the Interior Department, tendered his resignation effective December 1, driven by opposition from South Dakota senators and political embarrassment to the President. He cites rifts between Senators Gamble and Kittredge and ties to Governor Cook Civfold, with Lieut. Shorey named as successor while Gamble’s allies push for removal from service.
Commander Peary receives a ceremonial greeting aboard the Roosevelt during a Hudson Fulton naval parade demonstration. Notables including Annis Pesk Duffield Osborn and Mrs Peary attend as Mrs Donald McLean sends a letter praising the polar explorer for guiding the nation toward knowledge and peace.
Tyrue Washington October 10 writes to district commissioners about a pet parrot that crows loudly and swears in German Spanish and English. He faced neighbor complaints and seeks guidance on legal options since no local regulation governs parrots but he fears penalties for his birds.
The fourteenth annual session of the Washington College of Law begins in the Cheswy Building on New York Avenue Northwest with an opening address by Ellen Spencer Mussey. The college reports record enrollment, coeducation, and plans for a postgraduate master’s degree.
Revival services will be held at Gorsuch ME Church beginning Sunday for two weeks. Led by Rev William D Laumaster of Danie a prominent evangelist, the revival is supported by the church pastor Rev WoL Lynn Thin. Laumaster is expected to appear in Washington media and may conduct further services this winter as Grace M B Church and Hyattsville M Rs Church have opened negotiations with him.
The Baltimore Conference Methodist Episcopal Church Women’s Society schedules arrival of about 10 delegates at Epworth Church from October 3. Mrs. Maria Gibson, president of the WFM 8 of the MH Church South, and Miss Hilawue Wagner are among the visitors. Bishop A W Wilson will preach the opening sermon Sunday morning.
A telegraph from Houth Acton Masa reports A M Lothrop, head of Bem or Moodyard & Lothrop, rapidly improving. He left South Acton last night to confer with major business partners on important matters.
A mixed weather overview describes moderate to light winds along the East Coast with showers in the north and a more temperate regime in central regions. Temperatures range from the mid sixties at night to the mid seventies during the day as coastal and inland areas report variable conditions. The forecast notes strong gusts near the Atlantic coast and a broad mid latitude high pressure system maintaining mild to warm conditions inland.
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