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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1906

Page

5

Funeral Held for Mrs Jefferson Davis in Washington

A simple private service was held at the Hotel Majestic for Mrs Jefferson Davis with Rev N A Seagle officiating. The remains were later moved to Richmond by train with a military escort, and a memorial service is planned in Washington at the New Willard Hotel.

Davia New Willard Hotel Washington Confederate Veterans’ Association Davis United States Confederacy Addison Hayes Newberry Navy Truman H Newberry Navy Yards League Island New York E& Vreeland

Plans for Funeral of Mrs Jefferson Davis

Richmond Oct 18 The body of Mrs Jefferson Davis will arrive tomorrow morning and be met by a military and Confederate veteran escort. Funeral service at St Pauls Episcopal Church at 3 pm followed by interment in Hollywood Cemetery beside President Davis. Burial in a secluded section with a simple head tablet and no mound.

Jefferson Davis Washington Richmond Confederate Veterans Associations Daughters of the Confederacy United Confederate Veterans District of Columbia R AH Mekim J McD Carrington RO H Hunter Charles A Dunnington James ‘i Petty Charles Broadway 1St U. C Samuel E. Lewis Uetell H W._Anderson Marg Moore William Broun St Pauls Episcopal Church Hollywood Cemetery Davis Thure

Virginia Without Colors 3pecial to The Washinton Fort

Oct 18 Richmond Virginia reports the burning of Mrs Jefferson Davis prompts the revelation that Virginia lacks official state colors. Gov Swanson pressed Adjt Gen Anderson, who found no enacted colors or flag. No state colors exist, only a blue field with a white circular center bearing the coat of arms.

Washinton Fort Richmond Jefferson Davis Swanson Adjt Anderson Sta Paths Legislature

Law Student Alfred Holbrook Dies by Suicide in Pittsburg

Alfred Holbrook a 27 year old law student with ties to Ohio and Tennessee shot himself in his Pittsburg apartment. He had been unemployed for months and had told friends he planned to go to Pittsburg to see his father who is believed to reside there.

New York Alfred Holbrook Pittsburg Holbrook Man Ohio University of Tennessee

Tait Busy Biz in Rivers Alleged Misuse Case with Greene

Local report details Tait linked to alleged misuse involving Rivers and Gen Francis, with WV Greene summoned to testify. The notice notes Greene called upon authorities and outlines preliminary steps in the inquiry, citing surrounding officials and expected timelines.

Tait Rivers Greene Francis WV Greene

Verdict finds contractor Ellis guilty in dockyard overwork case

An Oct 18 verdict finds William H. Ellis, a local contractor, guilty of violating the federal overtime law at the Charleston Navy Yard. Labor leaders alleged nine hour days, while the defense cited emergencies. Judge George gave twenty days to file exceptions, with penalties up to six months in jail or a $1,000 fine or both.

Osten William H. Ellis Charleston Navy Yard United States District Court Ellis George

Cardozo case sparks education board move on discipline

The Board of Education led by its president vows strict discipline in colored public schools. Admiral Baird denounces disrespect and disloyalty among colored people, urging unity and action after Cardozo’s dismissal. Cardozo, once a top colored teacher, seeks letters and a possible suit. rules committee plans sweeping changes while normal and technical classes expand at several Washington schools.

Board of Education Admiral Baird Cardozo F L Cardozo M Street Henry E Davis Jefferson School Washington Capitol Hill Business High School Anna Scammell Dennison Mary Cuddy Edith Freritt Brent Ja Harmell Greenleaf

Win chester fair prospects dampened by steady rain

A steady downpour began early and continued through the day in Winchester causing the thirty seventh annual fair to be practically ruined. All racing and track events have been abandoned though gates will open tomorrow.

Spadel Washington Winchester

Roa 63 Roanoke VA Witnessed Incident In October

A fragmented report from Roanoke Virginia dated October notes an individual named B Rovee of Rutland Vermont involved in odd behavior in a hotel room. The account mentions swallowing a small quantity of a chemical, with unclear links to the Meragi railroad company and the event occurring near 3 G quantity.

Smerde Roa Roanoke Rovee Rutland Meragi Railroad Co

Traimmen Injured in Wick Incident

Special report notes injuries sustained by Traimmen in Wick area. Details unclear due to fragmented text but references a calendar path and Cumberland region. Further confirmation needed for full facts and official statements.

Traimmen Wick Cumberland

Insult to the Navy sparks Navy Department protest

Special dispatch from Pittsburg reports Commander S H Harlow of the naval recruiting station denouncing the denial of Beaman John Crouse entry to the Hotel Marietta dining room in Connellsville. Harlow argued the hotel’s action insulted the Navy and said the department is aroused and will not stand for it.

Woohington Pittsburg Washington S H Harlow Naval Recruiting Station Beaman John Crouse Marietta Connellsville Harlow Navy Department Seaman Crouse Uncle Sam

Sunshine Through Pills Promises Heal Dyspepsia Blues

A dated advertisement narrative urges dyspeptics to use Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets to digest meals without stomach effort. It claims three thousand grain digestion per two tablets after meals, promising restored appetite, energy, and happiness, with a call to visit any drug store to buy a package for six cents. The speaker touts improved mood, confidence, and social ease once digestion is aided.

Avery Stuart

Washington School for Boys Yearbook Prospectus

The Washington School outlines its junior and senior departments with modern facilities, spacious athletic grounds, and a thorough course of study. It invites readers to contact Head Master Louis L. Hooper for the illustrated yearbook and enrollment details.

Ste Coliege Addres Amster Lovis L. Hooper Sig Hooner Wincowain. Avene

The Stuart School Principal Leads Eureka Mandolin Quartet

The Stuart School features a Eureka Mandolin Quartet under principal Claudius Stua as a notable school music segment.

Eureka ‘ Mandolin Quartet

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