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.
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James R Slayton
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Newberry
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Myersdale
Cleveland
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Bureau of Navigation
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The
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Little
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Washington
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jacksonville
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Finn
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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.
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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.
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Buffalo Bhl
Washington
Indian Office
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Indiana
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South Dakota
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Iron Tail
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America
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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.
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Shrapnel
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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.
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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.
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Walter Shoemaker
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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.
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Department of Commerce and Labor
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Steamboat Inspection Service
George Uhler
Ira, Harris
New York
John W. Cast
Norfolk
Mangenmeena Genve
Mount Pleasant Congregational Church
Reed
Ross M. Fishburn
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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.
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Fusec
Miss Magie
Washington
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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.
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Chonte
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Bernard A
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Duke
Joho D O'Connor
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Holmead Manor
Sanford Hoje
Harry
Wilson
Corcoran
Fran Srini
BR. Murrey
Francis ‘Tetcars
W. B. Im. Co
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Tesna Shoemaker
Randus Highlands
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Pleasant Plains
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Wolker
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Mary L de Moll
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