Westward business boomers invited to see Kansas City
E M Clendening, secretary of the Kansas City Commercial Club, told Raleigh newspaper readers that Washington boomers should visit Kansas City to learn modern business enterprise. He boasted long trade extension trips, the club’s large party, and plans to make Kansas City “the greatest business center in the country,” inviting visitors to tour industries and enjoy concerts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Clendéenning
Commercial Club
Missouri
Washington
Greater Washington
Kansas City
EB. M. Clendenning
Raleigh
John Jay
Great Britain
Root
William Jay &Chleffekin
New York
Mr. Clendenning
Iansas City
Sisiho
Duiléing Oule
Obituary notices and marriages from early 1900s
A compact page notes marriages and obituaries with names such as Charton Woodward and Nina A Dovilliers, Beatty, Mary Danforth, Henry R Burns, Busey, Cogey, Harvey, Keane, and Pollard. Entries give dates in October 1906 to October 1908, locations like Rock Creek Cemetery and Cleveland Park, and funeral details, church services, residences, and interment notes for several families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pies Beatty
Solock & m
Mer
Cecolff
C ‘Beatty
Robert L Beatty
Rock Creek
Zaneske
Ohic
Bradford
Harrington Park
Mary Danforth
Charles A Bradford
Doe Notles
Inter Busey
Otelock Hutse Patton
Edgar C. Busey
Caroline A
James H Searles
North Carolina Avenue
Buffalo
Cathering Cogey Balovad
Ida Fi Corey
Gertrude Comether
Warvet
George Garmichael Harvey
Macomb Street
Cleveland Park
Keane
Elizabeth Teresa Keane
Maurice and
Mary Kenns
Whelan
Delaware Avenue Southwest
Community progress and canal bids spark regional hopes
A local Commercial Club proclaims a civic crusade to boost the town through events and river navigation to compete with railroads. Separately, bids for the Isthmian Canal contract draw American and foreign firms, with Belgian minister Moncheur obtaining specifications and the commission expecting multiple bids in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isthmian Canal Commission
Panama Canal
Moncheur
Commission
Washington
Ama Soma
Panama
Charges Filed Against Officers in Engineer Murphy Death
Formal charges allege Capt Mathews and Lieut Mulhall of the Tenth and Fourth precincts failed to aid Engineer Murphy after his engine overturned at Sixth Street and Maryland Avenue SW on September 1. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers says they hindered rescue efforts and disciplined those assisting. Maj Sylvester to refer charges to the police trial board with a trial date to be set next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathews
Lieut
Mulhall
Murphy
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Sylvester
Police
Engineer Murphy
Southern Railroad
Sixth Street
Maryland Avenue
Brotherhood
Mathewa
W. A. Dixon
Licensed to Marry Roster Among City Clerks and Clergy
A list of couples and ages from various counties and cities including Manchester Virginia Montgomery County Maryland Cincinnati Ohio Boston and Baltimore forms a record of marriages. Names include Jacob I Munz Adelina M McCrone Roy J Moir Eis C Kengla Willista O Neill Mary Standford Thomas Easton William Bauter Alberta Innes Stewart McCart Anna Brown George Monroa Helen Mundell J C Dent Bummel Mary Jonas Ronie Blackwell MW Norman John Pitty Roale Jackson Josh Camble Dora Beardley and others with clergy reverend designations noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob I. Munz
Adelina M. McCrone
Manchester
Roy J J Moir
Grafton Holland
Montgomery County
Eis C Kengla
Thoma Borin
John W Beazley
Leila H Carnenl
Beazley
Wiliam F Bauter
Alberta Innes
Rev & P
Roale Jackson
Wool Josh H Camble
Boston
Mass
Ana Dora Beardley
Baltimore
JB use‘Laughlto
Library salaries small say Bowerman cites pay gaps
George T Bowerman, librarian of the public library, notes average library salaries lag behind other public service workers and have fallen for years. He compares library pay with military, teacher, and principal salaries, arguing library leaders need high education and substantial outside study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George T Bowerman
Pubic Library
Mbtary
Bowerman
Maccabees Banquet Honors Daniel P Markey of Port Huron
A banquet last evening at the Dabitt House honored Daniel P Markey supreme commander of the Knights of the Maccabees. About 150 members attended with speeches and music after dinner. Welcome was given by Burton T Doyle and toastmaster was D W Gall. Speakers included Fred W Webber J J Blattery Charles J Gates John Dailey Thomas F Smith J B Conway O W Hammond and George P Conn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel P Markey
Port Huron
Mich
Knights of the Maccabees
Dbbitt House
Order
Im Order
Burton T. Doyle
Washington
D W. Gall
Fred W. Webber
J. J. Blattery
Charies J. Gates
Johnn. Dailey
Thomas F Smith
J. B. Conway
0. W. Hammond
George P. Conn
David W. Gell
C. W. Hammond
Thomas L. Smith
Carroll Institute elects new officers and board
At the annual election Carroll Institute chose James F. Shea as president John J Nolan as vice president H Am brose Marsden as secretary and James A Cabll as treasurer Additional board members named were H W Lohon John T Crowley Arthur J May W Cleary Sullivan John R Galloway J Martin McKee John J Connolly John T Gorman P J Treanor and John M Henderson After the result Shea delivered his year end report A dance is set for October 18 and a smoker for October 25 with an elaborate program planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Institute
James F. Shea
John J. Nolan
H. Ambrose Marsden
James A. Cabll
H W. Lohon
John T Crowley
Arthur J May
W. Cleary Sullivan
John R Galloway
J. Martin McKee
John J. Connolly
John T Gorman
P. J. Treanor
John M. Henderson
Shea
Musical Series Tickets In Demand At Local Theaters
A fourteen concert series at Washington College of Mugic is drawing strong advance sales. Best seats are filling quickly with performances by Priest at St Pauls on Oct 19, Felix Garalgia at the Columbia on Oct 26, Miss Drew at the Columbia on Nov 3, M Tablan on Nov 9, and Mme Nordica at the National Theater on Nov 5. Movements of ocean steamers list arrivals and sailings around New York with several liners noted and scheduled to reach port around 7 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington College of Mugic
Columbia
National Theaters
Priest
St Paul's Episcopal Church
Felix Garalgia
Miss Drew
M. Tablan
Mme
Nordica
National Theater
Health Office Record Reported Cases and Names
Fragmentary health office list shows individuals with scattered addresses and affiliations, including Margaret Matthews and Florence E Fwing plus Edward Irving and Edward J McMaan. The text appears as partial OCR with multiple names and uncertain locations, indicating a roster or ledger excerpt rather than a narrative report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Matthews
Oshaw
Harolet Parker Weyl
Charles Hay
Famex
Fortune
Renli Young
Florence
Edward T Irving
Edward J McMaan
Elizabeth Brown
Maud E
Gale
Pier Bids Sought for Jamestown Exposition at Hampton Roads
The government invites bids to erect a grand pier at Hampton Roads to serve the Jamestown Exposition. Plans call for a two permanent solid piers with world class artistic design. Estimated cost about $30,000 with completion hoped by June 1, 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton Roads
Pera
MAY RAID BOOKMAKERS DAVIS CASE WILL DECIDE IT
The Davis betting case before Washington judges will shape fall racing amid strong postponement requests. DA Baker vows raids if the matter drags. trial set for November 5 with Davis facing possible conviction or dismissal, affecting bookmakers and the capital’s wagering at the Jockey Club meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Washington
Stafford
A. S Worthington
Davis
Auerbach
New York
Davia
Bradley
Klein
Justice Stafford
Worthington
Justice Stafford Faié
Mr. Auerbach
Funeral for Commander J H Haslam today at First Presbyterian
The funeral for Commander J H Haslam founder of the Homeward Bound Mission will be held at 2 p m today from the First Presbyterian Church on John Marshall Place. Rev Donald C MacLeod will officiate with Rev George Bailey assisting. Burial follows at Glenwood Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Haslam
First Presbyterian Church
John Marshall Place
Donald C. MacLeod
George Bailey
West Presbyterian Church
Glenwood Cemetery
Pirates Loot German Ship Off Vladivostok
A German steamer Anna bound from Vladivostok to China faced piracy at sea as ten pirates boarded with Chinese laborers on board, assaulted officers, robbed passengers, and escaped in a boat with money and valuables. A separate downtown shoplifting case led to Clara Lockard’s arrest and release on bail. a police court appearance was scheduled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vladivostok
Anna
China
Clara Lockard
Weather and Horn
Record Cold Wave Grips East Across Regions
A severe cold wave hit the East and South with record lows, heavy frost, and snow in Upper New York. The Weather Bureau forecast rising temperatures soon and seasonal norms by Sunday. Major frost damage hit cotton, corn, and farm products across Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia, and surrounding areas.
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Kate Bales
Upper
New York State
Weather Bureau
Savere
Blue Ridge Mountains
Virginias
Mount Weather
Elkins
W. Va
Lake Superior
White River
Georgia
Atlanta
North Georgia
Harvie’ Jordan
Southern Cotton Association
Monticello
Thomasville
Columbia
South Carolina
Heavy Snowstorm Leaves Buffalo in Ruin and Death
A severe snowfall crippled Buffalo and surrounding Chautauqua and Niagara regions causing two deaths directly from the storm. The city faced paralyzed telephone and electric systems, broken wires, stopped streetcars, and shattered shade trees. Orchard crops and fruit trees suffered immense damage while communications slowly came back as the weather cleared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chautauqua
Niagara
Clerg
Buffalo
Delaware Park
Rev James R Slayton escapes after desertion train jump
Pittsburg Oct 1 Rev James R Slayton Jr a former navy chaplain who deserted November 2 191 he escaped from detective Charles A G Miller by leaping from a moving train at Myersdale Pa He was recaptured and taken toward Philadelphia but remains at large He joined the Salvation Army and recently married a Washington woman Four weeks ago his wife learned of the marriage and notified the Navy Department Slayton who had been courting a Cleveland woman disappeared aboard the train to avoid capture His father was a brigadier general in the army and the family resides in Buffalo The Salvation Army said Slayton had been in Johnstown and was not connected with the local unit since his marriage
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weakington
Pittsburg
James R. Slayton, Jr
United States Navy
Charles A. G. Miller
Navy Department
Myersdall
Slayton
Philadelphia
Lancaster
Salvation Army
Washington
Cleveland
Myerseele Slayton
Miller
Buffalo
Adjt
Quirk
Johnstown
Trial opens in peonage case in Hewna Arkansas
In Hewna Arkansas on October 11 the Federal Court began the trial of Thomas H. Musgrove of Mississippi County on peonage charges. He allegedly enticed two white girls from St Louis to his Bar flat plantation in 1905 and kept them as virtual prisoners to force labor. Musgrove, a wealthy planter, denies the accusations and has hired top legal counsel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hewna
Ark
Thomas H. Musgrove
Mississippi County
Marine
Emmons and
Adelhell Vitt
St Louis
Hia Plantation
Barflatd
Musgrové
Weather conditions report from Lake and Atlantic coasts
A weather bulletin notes the storm in the Lake region has abated but disturbance remains in the St Lawrence Valley and New England. High pressure dominates the eastern U S with very cold air. temperatures fall 20 degrees below seasonal average from the Mississippi Valley eastward. Rain possible Saturday across several regions and storm warnings on Washington Oregon coasts.
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1. Lawrence
New England
Rocky Mountains
Plateau
Montana
Missouri Valley
Plain States
Atlantic Coast
Mississippi Valley
Dept of Agriculture
Weather Bureau
Wenhington
Lake Region
St Lawrence Valley
Rocky Mountain
Platera
Plaine States
Mlassassppi Valley
Yale
Satarday
Mlastanipple
Hogland
Middle Atlantic
West Gulf
Washington
Oregon
Steamera
European
Grand Hanks
Complete Cure by Cuticura Remedies
A reader reports a complete cure of eczema using Cuticura Ointment and Pills after failed prior treatments. The testimonial describes pimples, itching, and sores on the face and scalp, then relief following the Cuticura products. Signed by Wm. F. Knox from West Philadelphia, June 10, 1905.
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O. K
Wm. F. Knox
35Th St
We. Pa
Remarkable Cure Report for Skin Ailments and Hair Health
A testimonial from Baltimore dated June 19 claims Cure E remedies cleared years of facial pimples and scalp trouble after trying many medical past treatments. The writer urges others with skin, scalp, and hair issues to use Cure A products, stating instant relief and a calmer, less troubled mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben. I. Kastner
Baltimore
Bear attack on a boy stirs local response
A brief in a small town reports a boy was injured in a bear encounter near a wooded area. responders followed leads to a nearby creek where residents organized patrols. Officials cautioned visitors to stay alert and report sightings.
All-of-a-sudden Island Emerges Near Pribilofs
The Washington Post presents the first detailed report of a new mountain peak island rising from the Bering Sea in the Pribilof group. A trained scientist observes the phenomenon and recounts it in a vivid, entertaining article. The Sunday Post prints the story first.
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Washington Post
Bering Sea
Pribilof Group
Sunday Post
Queer Buildings and the Railway Thinker in The Sunday Post
The Sunday Post columns explore odd city architecture in Washington and the contrast with sturdy modern structures. It also highlights the mental gymnastics of railway information staff who must answer forty seven distinct questions in one session.
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Washington
Sunday Post
Railway Information Bureau
Fashions and Family News Featured in The Sunday Post
The Sunday Post presents a broad slice of Woman's Realm with fashion as a centerpiece and additional articles of interest to the gentler members of the family. It covers fashionable trends and related topics, plus pieces not tied to fashion.
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Sunday Post
The Woman in the Alcove Sequel Delivers New Mysteries
The second installment by Anna Katherine Green deepens the plot with surprising twists and engaging suspense. Readers are drawn further as foreshadowed tensions erupt, mystifying and thrilling throughout the chapter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Katherine Green
Washington Pictures in the illustrated magazine feature
The Sunday Post supplement will reproduce photographs of familiar Washington figures including government officials athletes Radnor College girls and city firefighters. Readers are urged not to miss the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magazime
Sunday Post
Unusual Interview with Senator Knox Morrow From The Sunday Post
The Sunday Post features a notable interview with the junior Pennsylvania senator Knox James B. Morrow. A human document and word etching, the piece offers insights into his views and persona.
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James B. Morrow
Sunday Post
Pennsylvania
Recruits for Congress Alaska Delegates to Congress
The Sunday Post previews two Alaska recruits for Congress, Messrs. Cale and Waskey, as they prepare to make their maiden bows to the House of Representatives. The piece notes the Alaska stream of gold reaching Seattle and other markets as context for their bids.
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Alaska
Seattle
Washington
Congress
House of Representatives
The
Sunday Post
Cale and
Waskey
Sunday Post Society Notes Highlight Local Weddings
The Sunday Post society column captures weddings engagements receptions and social events among known locals detailing plans and gatherings in a lively period voice and tone.
Devery and cheerful companions brighten general page
The column notes Mr Devery and other cheerful figures contribute to a section of general interest articles aimed at lifting readers’ spirits, alongside a children’s page filled with pictures and entertaining stories for youngsters.
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Devery
Bonds and What They Represent by John Moody
The Sunday Post financial pages promise full market reports and comment for men of affairs. John Moody will analyze the Art of Wall Street Investing in a feature on bonds and their meaning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Sunday Post
John Moody
Wall Street
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Boomers
Dopward—Dovilliers
Charton Woodward
Nina A. Dovilliers
Ollard
Margaret A. Pollard
William E Foliardy
Washington Fest
NEW York, Times
Boston Globe
Buffalo Courier
Chicago Record Herald
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Pittsburg Dispatch
Providence Journal
Rochester Herald
Port-Standard
Pioneer Press
Minneapolis Tribune
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Cincinnati Enquirer
W. R. Speare
F Street
Fog
J. William Lee
George P. Zurhorst
East Capitol
Harvey's Sons
Teenth &T NW
Atrletty Firet-Dara Serrica
Telentane North
Ama Ab Morthyiegh
Missouri River
St. Louis
United States
Canal Commission
Emsankme
Arrazon
Muthall
Tenth Precinct
Markey
Patrice
Boulome
Plymouth
Deutschland
Hamburg
Southampton
Cherbourg
Fentante
Liverpool
Havre
Bremen
Kaiser
Auguste Victoria
Cape Hace
Newfoundland
Riverpool
Queenstown
Toy
Batard
York
Sherbourg
Health Office Record
Benning Track
Davis Case
Feneral
Haslam
T. Oliver Probsy
Robey
Wasi
Prove Cernav
Georg
Bond Whibbies
Tokalon J
Ficke
Charlotte
N. C
United States Weather Bureau
Shenandoah Valley
Winchester
Norfolk
Virgina
Sam
James R. Slayton
Arkansas
Max Hin
Wyo
Davenport
Town
Denver Cola
Des Moinea
Omaha Nebr
Phteburg
Galt Laks City
Washington Sunday Post
North
South America
Europe
Asia
Africa
Australia
Washington Pictures
Senator Knox
Mr. Devery Et al
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