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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1907

Page

12

Fraud charges threaten Hartford envelopes case to Bonaparte

The Postmaster General refers findings to Attorney General Huriparte after alleging Hartford Manufacturing supplied inferior stamped paper and envelope stock. A government contract worth about 425,000 dollars, awarded July 1, shifted to a Dayton firm, with promise of up to one million envelopes daily. The trial also covers related murder and personal scandal surrounding Dr Rowland and Mrs Rowland and their alleged role in a poisoning.

Hartford Manufacturing Company Ohio Meyer Hartford Conn Huriparte Grm Washington Raleigh NC Rowland P . Rowland Fastmaster General Lilly M. Rowland Charles the Spiel Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Elmer Shatter Theodore Gills

Photographers Mistaken Count For Vanderbilt Relative

News photographers misidentified Count Szechenyi as Count Vanderbilt while awaiting Trinity Church arrivals in Newport. Miss Gladys Vanderbilt and Alfred Vanderbilt’s schooling guest 36 Shepard were photographed by mistake, then driven away. the real Count had not arrived. Alfred Vanderbilt spent the afternoon visiting Newport with Mrs Vanderbilt.

Washington Post Newport New York Count Szecheny Gladys Vanderbilt WE Shepherd, Jr Mr. Vanderbilt Vanderbilts Trinity Church Szechenyi Mra Vanderbilt Miss Vanderbilt Shepherd Thay Mr Shepherd Vanderbilt Alfred Vanderbilt Portsmouth Misa Vanderbilt

Rowlands Freed as Crowd Applauds Verdict in Court

A court acquits a man and a woman, widow of the alleged victim, amid loud public approval. The decision suppresses an outburst of approval in court. The couple will hold a public reception later in Baltimore. The case is noted for its lengthy history.

Baltimore

Liner Umbra Damaged In Turbulent Seas

Cunard steamer Umbra, sailing from New York September 8, docked after rough seas from Sunday to Wednesday. A huge sea struck the ship Tuesday afternoon, damaging the forward bridge. Two crew members were injured, one with a broken leg and a fireman injured Saturday. All passengers landed safely and current reports corrected earlier forecasts of calamity.

Cunard Umbna Cunard Line Lmbris New York Daniock Liverpool

Immigration ruling on Garcia fare payment in New Orleans

A Washington DC immigration bureau ruling held that New Orleans officials cannot legally pay the immigrant fare for entry. The decision concerns Geronimo Garcia, whose fare was paid by the state in Cuba, with grounds for the ruling not yet received by the state immigration bureau.

New Orleans Act Nomsiana Immigration Bureau Washington, DC State Immigration Bureau Geronimo Garcia Cube

May Investigate Exposition Board After Martin Pick

Abah H Martin elected director general of the Jamestown Exposition by the board in opposition to Secretary Cortelyou and Barr. A Virginia legislative inquiry is expected as Gov Swanson reportedly supports it. Treasury officials express disappointment while noting the short time to adjust.

Cheung New Direetor Secretary of Treasury Crared Barr Specter Washington Post Norfolk Abah H Martin Tucker Svcvetars Shepperd Beaman Vartin George A Schmelz Richmond Vs Slepperd Washington Treasury Marti Nise George 1 Sceners Wna Nominatia Martin John T Whiteherd Wiliam Shanda Southampton Martin James M Harr C Brooks Johnston Boar of Governors Treasury Department Carcelyou Barr Orden Jamestown Esposition Norfolk Va Secretary of the Treasury Bar TH Edwards The Treasury Washington Tucker Ft Ty Martin Martin Norfolk County Swanson Sovernor Bates Southgate Shaws Portsmouth Baemg

Veteran actor Barnabee in critical condition after streetcar crash

Henry Barnabee, 74, a former member of the Bostonians, lies in Bellevue Hospital after being struck by a streetcar Saturday night. Doctors report a fractured skull and say an operation may be needed if confirmed. Only Mrs Harris and two unnamed men were allowed to visit. Barnabee remained largely unconscious.

New York Henry Clay Barnabee Bostonians Bellevue Hospital Harris Barnabess Barnabes Charles Te Lusi Barnabee Bat Bip Itia

Danville Girls Sail to Promote Uncle Joe Cannon

Sixteen beauties from Danville plan a New York Hippodrome appearance Tuesday night to boost support for Speaker Joe Cannon. They will tour New York Washington and the Jamestown Exposition and arrive by day boat from Albany Tuesday afternoon, occupying a club box at the Hippodrome.

Sheetal Tos Anapun New ‘York Onele Joe Cannon New York Hippodrome Danville Itt Washington Speaker Cannon Onler Danvisia Uncle Joe

Mrs Peabody Offers No Objection to Divorce Says She

Special dispatch from Washington reports Elizabeth C Peabody wife of Boston banker George S Peabody has been sued for divorce. She claims they married young and grew apart yet calls him one of the best men. She supports desertion as the ground and questions the need for a contested dispute.

Boston Wafe Saya Hilzabeth Copley Peabody George Sue Peabody Peabody

Runaway Ends in Death of Dealer Coxford and Wounded Wife

New York news reports that gun dealer William Franck Coxford and his wife were killed and severely injured when their wagon crashed into a tree on Ahersige Drive after a bay horse bolted from Narragansett Hotel. Coxford died at the scene. his wife was seriously hurt but expected to survive.

New York William Franck Coxford Old Guard Coxfords Narragansett Hotel Coxford Ies Cosford

Judge Rules Riot Damages Limited for Japanese Restaurateur

San Francisco judge decreed that Eymoto, owner of a Japanese restaurant on Folsom Street, may not receive city or bounty damages beyond actual inury. He sought $2907 for loss of goods, diminished profits, and broken crockery after a mob damaged the business months ago.

Frisco San Francisco Senet Eymoto Folsom Street Fomo Eymota Hut Crockery, &E

Aerolites Fall In Shower Across City and Countryside

Special to The Warbington Post Baltimore observers report a shower of aerolites last night with one fragment landing near Belair Market around 9:34 PM and another seen near Govanstown. Lights were bright enough to outshine street lamps, lasting several seconds. Sightings were reported from Reisterstown Lawyers Hill Howard County East Baltimore Street and South Baltimore with meteoric fire lasting beyond a quick flash.

Warbington Baltimore Belair Market Renosts Ware Acen Reat Govanstown Reisterstown Lawyers Hill Howard County East Baltimore Street South Baltimore Tim Louis Brown Kenwood Avenue Baltimore Street Lawyers Iamense Singh Ughtning Reteterstown

Lusitania speeds to New York from Liverpool at 24 knots

Cunard Line steamship Lusitania departed Liverpool for New York Saturday night and surged at about twenty four knots per hour. The vessel left the port at 10 35 this morning, while other lines and auctions appear in nearby notices. Public sale items at Sloan's and assorted rugs and carpets are advertised with explicit dates and catalogs.

Liverpool Queenstown Get Cunard Line New York

Ransom Agreed Upon Bandit To Receive 150000

British government reportedly accepted reduced terms for the release of Captain Harry Maclean, captive since July 3. The plan includes a 150000 ransom and guaranteed British protection, with Sultan Abdul Aziz involved in negotiations at Rabat. Maclean, commander of the sultan’s bodyguard, was captured by brigand Moham­med Ahmed ben Mohammed el Raisul during talks for surrender and pardon.

Tansten Culil Sly Harry Macleen Falsall Baleulla Maclean Tor Ralwak Britain Abdul Agi Harry Maclean Rabat Mordeen Mohammed Ahmed Ben Mohammed el Raisul Raisul Bic Harry Zinat Tangier

Swarthmore Football Star Loses Leg after Injury

A report notes Swarthmore College faces a decision on withdrawal from intercollegiate athletics or rejecting a $10,000 bequest tied to a condition. Wise Marrett, Swarthmore’s star halfback in 1906, had his left leg amputated due to blood poisoning following an injury sustained in last year’s game against Naples.

Lal Washington Philadelphia Swarthmore Intercollegte Joanes Marrett Swarthmores Jeni Blught Swarthmer

American merchants urge impeachment of Shanghai judge

American merchants led by Monglulu Oct G Lorrine Andrews sailed the steamer Manchuria from Shanghai to Washington to press impeachment of L R Wiltey, judge of the United States Court of China, on charges including breach of oath of office. Seven grounds are alleged.

Shangha Washington Monglulu Lorrine Andrewa Shanghai Manchuria San Yranelgea L R Wiltey Stetex Court China

Postmaster Edwards Rebuffed By General's Widow In Georgia Meeting

Sharp words at a Georgia meeting pitting Macon postmaster Harry Sitwell Edwards against Mrs Elen Longstreet widow of Gen James Longstreet. Edwards pressed to delay action until the Third Assistant Postmaster General is named, provoking Longstreet in attendance. A new organization was formed with Longstreet elected president as officers planned to press Post Office Department grievances.

Washington Post Atlanta Elen Dorteh Longstrett James Loggstreet Tyainsville Harry Sitwell Edwards Macon Roosevelt Georgia Edwards Master Elan Savannah Sire Longatresti Elan Ntasa Ware Mra Lohsstrest Mel Longstreet Blye

Tragic Cupola Blast Kills Four at Iron Works Plant

A molten iron spill from a faulty pot at a cupola in a wheel plant caused a fiery flood, killing four workers and seriously injuring about ten others. Flames, collapsing structures, and clothingless victims overwhelmed hospitals as 19 men survived with severe burns amid a chaotic rescue effort.

Standard Strat Company To-Meht Nick Dorna Nicholas Wlotar John Vereck Akull

KILLED IN HOOTBALL GAME IN PORTAGE

Portage Utah report of a fatal football injury during a scrimmage. Thottasertram twenty years old from Altoona Fa died after being kicked to the head. The incident occurred in a contest against the Portage team with potential prosecutions mentioned for those involved.

Portage, Fa Thottasertram Altoona Bortrem Althony Portage Fonthatten Sundsy Walt Lake City Utah

London Bishop speaks to large crowd at Virginia Capitol

The Bishop of London addressed a crowded audience from the portico of the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond. He planned to depart for lone North after noon tomorrow. Nearby city pulpits held morning services with prominent prelates and large congregations.

Virginia State Capitol Richmond London Virginnia State Capitol Rachmond St. Alban St Pauls Icharch

Stabbed Husband as Bond Posted in Domestic Altercation

Allen Greenhow a night clerk at the Lew Willard Hotel was taken to Emergency Hospital with fourteen stab wounds in the head face and arms after a domestic quarrel with his wife Glendola Greenhowe who was arrested and later released on bond. The couple, long married, fled the boarding house on Sixteenth Street and could not be found, with police investigating the motive and circumstances of the attack.

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Murder of Nelle Marks Stuns Camden Area

Nine year old Nelle Marks of East Camden was found murdered in a nearby thicket. Philadelphia man August Dongas and 16 year old Joseph Wood are held for questioning. Autopsy shows blunt force trauma and severed head, suggesting maltreatment after a blow. Harry Marks, the stepfather, is detained as police probe the family. Frank Nevins, the girl's father, lives in Cayuga, near Ithaca.

Camden Nelle Marks East Camden August Dongas Philadelphia Heig Joseph Wood Dongas Bin Wood Harry Marks Earl Mmn Thel Ornah Nan Jones Beeg Frank Nevins Cayuga Ithaca

BEAN'S TURN TODAY TENP IS NOW WHITE HOUSE CAMP

The White House today sits a fourteen by six beat set on a clearing in the wilds of East Carroll Parish near Stirboul Tlumbout a plantation. President Roosevelt hunts with Ben Lilley the Lockless Hunter of Lowmana and a growing party including Secretary Latta, Sheriff Will Dun, and guide Holt Coler. Dogs, bears, and gear are readied as the president anticipates sport tomorrow amid cautious weather and guard details.

Mr Roosevelt Ben Lilley Lowmana White House Uc Wilds East Carroll Stirboul Tlumbout Sohn H Parker Orlean Tenpeth Wateh Poorevett Ben Latta Teo Shieldy Metcalf Holt Coler Mississipp Hott Tu Hton

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