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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1906

Page

4

Deserter Preacher Surrenders in Navy Case in Washington

James Slayton Jr a former U S Navy yeoman and pastor from Myersdale Pa turned himself in at the Navy Department in Washington after fleeing a train incident and facing court martial for desertion. Officials noted a two year statute of limitations may bar charges while Brigadier Little urged him to face consequences. Navy officials released him after learning no charges could be pursued and Slayton planned to resume duties at his church if cleared.

Bonaparte James R Slayton Church of God United States Navy Navy Sitnmore Newberry James Slayton, Jr Slayton Myersdale Cleveland Ohio Capt Wilson Bureau of Navigation Wilson Navy Yard Arrhimg Rust The Gospel Army Little Mfe Tey Navy Department Brigadier Little Justle Ashe R. H Fatt Washington Buffalo M .A. Hanna Carter Hoe Yattie Seventh St West Pennsylvania Avenue Hia Myeredale Svare

Tribute to Root Secretary Exhibits Gold Plate

A secretary presents a gold plate to honor Root during a visit to Peru. The plate features emblems of Peru including the harbor at Callao, an anchor, and an armed coat of arms. The item rests in a mort siliz lined case and is enclosed with wax seals.

Sit Root Peru Callao

Enforced servitude alleged in Florida fields and mills

A report details peonage and bondage affecting African Americans and white laborers in Florida phosphate mines turpentine farms and lumber mills. Northern businessmen sheriffs and officials are accused of collusion as victims are held in barracks kept as prisoners while government action awaits funding and possible federal agents.

Tampa United States Florida Man Department of Justice

Aztec Club Meets Today Annual Banquet and Officers

The Aztec Club of Mexican War veterans plans a today gathering and banquet with present officers Gen S C of Pensacola as vice president F Martin secretary Macrae 4 3 and treasurer William Turnbull. The entertainment committee includes Turnbull Gib Drom Gest TV Anderson WI amstone Abert J Kennedy Stout and McTcolm Henry.

Zelaya and Marguerite Lee to Vaudeville Stage

Signor C Alphonso Zelaya son of Nicaraguan president and Miss Marguerie Lee of Washington reportedly prepare vaudeville appearances. Zelaya, adopted son of Dr and Mrs William W Baker, is linked to Gen Robert E Lee lineage and has recently lived in New York and performed piano in local venues.

New York C Alphonso Zelaya Jose Santo Zelaya Republic of Nicaragua Marguerie Lee Big City Zelaya William W. Baker Igti Capitol Street Aiece Robert E. Lee Zeteya Washington Luna Park

Big Auto Proved Victor In Delaware Avenue Collision

A Washington auto and a Washington Railway and Electric trolley collided on Delaware avenue between B and stipeta north east yesterday afternoon. No one was injured as sightseers filled front seats while the rubber neck wagon lost five street car windows and woodwork. The big machine, almost clear of tracks, was struck from behind by the trolley, yet its weight prevented serious damage and the incident drew a small panic among passengers.

Washington Autonovite Washington Railway and Bleciis Company Delaware Avenue Induranes

Canadian Delivery Delays Spark Editorial Critique

The Daily Consular Report cites a Boston firm's complaint about slow shipments to Canada. It claims a prepaid package from Washington to a Canadian point reachable in sixteen hours was delayed a month with no explanation, suggesting possible intent to curb purchases. Army orders follow with multiple assignments and duties listed for various officers and staff across the United States and overseas.

Dominion Bureau of Manufactures Daily Consular Report Boston Canada Washington Tmagames

Alleged slave conditions tied to Florida turpentine fields

Samuel Fink testified before Commissioner Sigmund Schwartz that he and about fifty men were shipped from New York to Florida and forced to work under armed guard with a negro foreman. Two men escaped during transfers from Jacksonville to Mayville, and one escaped earlier. Fink claimed the plan was to send him to Buffalo to saw wood and load lumber.

New York Get Florida Sigmund Schwartz Samuel Fink Jacksonville Fla Maysvile Fin Fink Finn Buffalo Fin

Peonage Trial of Musgrave Halts on Indictment Motion

In Helena Arkansas on October 13 the peonage case against Thomas H Musgrave was halted as defense moved to nolle press the indictment citing a flaw. The trial was postponed and the case was taken to the Federal grand jury for action.

Helena Ark Thomas H. Musgrave St. Louis Musgrave Federal Grand Jury

Indians Return From Wild West Show Tour

Maj John M. Burke reports Sioux from Pine Ridge and Rosebud have returned to South Dakota. Seventy five Ogallala Sioux under Iron Tail were with Col Cody’s expedition for eight months, seeing Paris and Rome and the world beyond. The Indians were showcased, photographed, filmed, and studied by European artists during their travels.

John M. Burke Buffalo Bhl Washington Indian Office Maj Burke Indiana Pine Ridge Rosebud Reservatong South Dakota Col Cody Iron Tail Fr ‘Hey Paris Eiffel Tower Rome America Europe

Head Nurse Resigns at Emergency Hospital

Miss Bertha Orloff Smith resigns as superintendent of nurses at the Emergency Hospital. Miss Evan will succeed her, announced after a directors meeting. Smith, in office since June after coming from New York, cited arduous duties and declining health.

Bertha Orloff Smith Misa Evan Shrapnel Miss Smith

Negro Baptists Conference Heads to October Meeting

The National Negro Baptist Evangelical Convention of America will convene October 2 to 28 at Cosmopolitan Baptist Church. Booker T. Washington is invited to attend, with Rev. Simon P. Drew to preach a session sermon. Spanish War Veterans will attend in a body and a grand rally on October 2 aims to boost the church building fund. Delegates from 35 states are expected along with many local attendees.

National Negro Baptist Evangelical Convention of America Cosmopolitan Baptist Church Booker T. Washington Tuskeges Industrial Institute Alabama Simon P. Drew cMeers

Interest in canal contract draws foreign officials

The Isthmian Canal Commission reports French Embassy and Swiss Legation visited to obtain contract details for the canal completion. Americans have submitted hundreds of inquiries, with information being sent to eastern construction firms. Letters from the Middle West and Pacific Coast contractors are expected as news of the letting spreads. In other news, the Camera Club of the YMCA elected a committee to draft regulations and plans a dark room, meeting Fridays.

Isthmiea The Isthmian Canal Commission Middle West Pacltle Coast Camera Club M.C A Frank M .Hofeler W. C. Taber E. L. McSeullage Walter Shoemaker M.C. A

Pastor Researchers Grape Nuts Lifesaving Change

A pastor credits Grape-Nuts with reversing a four year struggle with undigested food issues that caused severe stomach pain and nearly forced him to quit the ministry. After starting Grape-Nuts with water, he reports improved health and renewed ability to work.

Boat Inspectors to Meet for Western Steamers Rules

Secretary Metcalf of the Department of Commerce and Labor calls an executive committee meeting of Steamboat Inspection Service in Washington on October 18 to review boat equipment for steamers navigating Western rivers and not carrying passengers, and to suggest rule changes. The committee includes George Uhler Ira Harris and John W. Cast, with Mrs Mangenmeena delivering a lecture on Physical Culture at Mount Pleasant Congregational Church. Mrs Reed will meet church ladies next Wednesday at 1 o clock to organize a class in the congregation.

Metcalf Department of Commerce and Labor Board of Supervising Inspectors Steamboat Inspection Service George Uhler Ira, Harris New York John W. Cast Norfolk Mangenmeena Genve Mount Pleasant Congregational Church Reed Ross M. Fishburn Benalf

Miss Magie of Washington seeks public bid for love and life

In Washington a controversial notice by Elizabeth Magie, a writer and activist, proclaims herself for sale to the highest bidder. The move sparks debate among ministers and the public while Magie continues her work on Single Tax theory and a novel life path.

Raty “Agle Theago Act Wieder Fusec Miss Magie Washington Edward R. Magie Seaton Pince Northwest James K Magie People’s Church Chicago Maury Melane Mary McLane Elizabeth Berg Mias Magle Woman's Single Tax Club Henry George, Jr Ead Megie Brantwood

Real Estate Transfers Reported Across Numerous Squares

A flood of land transfers from Squares 21 through Moore and Barbour’s Addition shows multiple buyouts, trustees, and parcels. Transactions involve parties such as Katharine T. Huil, James A. Bull, Bernard A. Hike, Joho D O’Connor, Clara G. Farrer, and Sanford Hoje among others, with prices ranging up to 9 700 dollars and titles in subdivisions like McAustough’s and Denison. Several Wardman parcels, Beltline blocks, and Denison subdivisions appear, reflecting real estate activity in Mount Pleasant Pleasant Plains Lanier Heights and surrounding areas.

Squard Bert Wioway Alice Weiland Coopers Subdivision Connecticut Avenue Higheande Katharine T. Huil James A. Bull American University Park Sarah J de Witt C. Crolamant Manchester Fot Grofesalt Arusthes Autvilyisida Benard P Chonte Bernard A. Hike McAustough Bernard A Mary Duke Joho D O'Connor McCulloush Holmead Manor Sanford Hoje Harry Wilson Corcoran Fran Srini BR. Murrey Francis ‘Tetcars W. B. Im. Co Berton Mitler Tesna Shoemaker Randus Highlands United Reiily Sompeng John R Engin Squart Bazi Horatig N Taplin Annie Harr Kelly Mount Pleasant Pleasant Plains Gherland Wolker Droit Park Harry Wartman Mary L de Moll Stel‘wagen Notas “Waddell Robarks William A Redmond Robert Oula Henry Woodard Henry C ‘Harding Dodge Ry Wardman William J Bhees Wardman St Harry D Willson Sanford Hil Moore & Barbour George Worthington John Brennan George W White Annie Z E Biscos Lota Wylle

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