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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1907
Page
2
A political speech emphasizes nonpartisan governance and opposition to factional influence. The speaker states no aim to direct delegate votes, seeks only efficient departmental work, and rejects party boss tactics while upholding impartial administrative duties.
A local mass meeting in Shelbyville launched a state Democratic movement. Delegates urged unity within the Democratic Party and proposed forming a committee to coordinate events. The plan included arranging a convention date and securing a meeting space in Nashville.
Whitney of Boston has been nominated for governor at the Democratic convention in Spring. The Ballot Law Commission notified that Whitney and Gen Bartlett filed nomination papers and ballots will be prepared next month. Whitney asserts his right to be designated on the ballot as the candidate for governor.
The Association of Railway Superintendents of Bridges and Buildings wrapped up its seventeenth annual convention after electing new officers in Washington. Delegates approved resolutions of thanks and set plans for the next gathering, including dates and venue details.
President telegrams to protect Washington trees in Hot Moms Garden amid plans to remove historic oaks and famed specimen. Officials halt destruction after court restraint and public opposition. Taft confirms no trees of consequence in the District should be destroyed without full consideration.
A garbled report notes attempts to connect Wabash routes to a passenger station near Aqueduct Bridge. Gen Giver warns he may seize authority to halt work unless the matter is presented to the President for decision.
A Washington dispatch reports on plans for a Western Maryland and Wabash rail terminal near Rosslyn linking to Alexandria and the Potomac shores. A grant monument site debate in the Botanic Garden prompts preservation pleas as officials consider shifting the Grant Memorial to spare historic trees.
New York oct 1 k Arthur G Hum phregathe co respondent in a divorce counter suit testified that nothing improper occurred with Mrs Burnett. He admitted she called him pet names only during family gatherings at the Burnett home 150 West 82nd Street. Mrs Burnett said she called him dear and darling and the courtroom erupted in laughter as the judge adjourned proceedings to Monday.
The victim says two strangers approached him between Sixth and Seventh streets Northwest. They showed a handkerchief wrapped package claiming it held $3,000 and asked for a small loan in exchange for the security package. They left for the post office and never returned. the package allegedly contained nothing.
Celebrations mark the fiftieth anniversary of Simon Wolf's entry into the Masonic order. Lafayette Lodge A F and A M will host a ceremony at the Masonic Temple in Blasonie on Saturday night in October. Resolutions from the Ohio Uhricheville lodge praise his long service, moral integrity, and charitable works aiding the poor and oppressed, calling him an inspiration to youth.
An editorial from the Trades Unionist argues labor and capital groups could rally behind George B Cortelyou for the Republican presidential nomination, noting his rise from labor ranks and his prior government roles. It claims his supporters nationwide will push to place his name before the convention, seeking union unity and wage worker backing.
The Commercial Cable Company completed a direct New York Havana line last night with the final splice at sea 320 miles from Coney Island. Messages exchanged between the provisional Cuban governor and the company president announce the line's opening for public business on Monday next.
The Lehigh Valley and Reliance coal companies clash over land rights at Pittston. Arrest warrants were issued for about sixty workers on trespass charges after Reliance officials alleged Lehigh Valley miners trespassed on a vein claimed by Reliance. State troopers made arrests as lawyers for both sides met, with no further actions expected until courts decide the claims.
Clement R. Swain posted a $00 bond in Police Court to answer a libel charge filed by Charles A. Barry a collector for a local department store. The case alleges Swain wrote letters to Berry’s employers after Berry came to collect a bill at Swain’s office on Seventh Street Northwest, leading to the collector’s dismissal.
A wagon runaway near Eighth and First streets northwest yesterday threw Balavatenos Balavutenos from his wagon. He suffered a bruised shoulder and a torn right ear as the wagon rear feet scraped his head. He was taken to the Homeopathic Hospital for treatment.
Elkins October report cites serious consideration of extending the Western Maryland Rail Road from Huttonsville to Webster Springs, a forty mile route through undeveloped Elk River timber and coal areas. Presidents and officials will review the plan next week as they inspect the line from Huttonsville to the Elkwater headwaters via Brady Zate and the valley streams toward Webster Springs.
Commissioner Macfarland says unusual expenses explain delays in municipal services. He argues no city can fund extraordinary and current costs from revenue, proposes borrowing from the city treasury for extraordinary improvements and gradual repayment, noting adequate revenue for current needs and urging stronger citizen support for a fair settlement.
An advertisement touts securing life policies at a fortified vault with armored concrete and steel construction. It claims protection from fire and burglary for a nominal yearly fee of five dollars.
Northwest corner of Futienthaf and Pennsylvania is cited in connection with American Security and Trust Company. Charles J Bell serves as president of the firm according to the provided text.
Mayor John Garrett of Glen Echo will continue his winter duties as village magistrate and deputy sheriff while studying law by night in Washington. He aims to master international law and languages to confront potential legal battles with the U S Attorney General, through a sizable stack of law books.
Richard Ryan, 54, restaurant keeper at 3& M Street SW, died Thursday afternoon soon after entering his home following business. A Virginia native, he lived in the city for 30 years and was active in Elks Eagles and Fat Men's groups. Survived by wife and seven children. services Monday at St Vincent de Pauls Catholic Church with pallbearers from his organizations.
Thieves forced a rear door at William West’s residence on an alley near Foxhall Road and took $80 from his trunk. The incident occurred between 8:89 and 5:00 in the afternoon while West was away, leaving the house in disorder as the intruders searched for valuables. The money consisted of three twenty dollar bills, one ten, one five, and five one dollar bills.
The Central Labor Union committees appointed to urge an official investigation into printer Stillings announced their task complete. They report several Congressmen and Senators were asked to call for inquiry and say every Representative and Senator would receive a request when Congress convenes.
Interstate Commerce Commission decision in Cudahy Packing Co. v Chicago and Northwestern Railroad held that extending a private spur track to a shipper warehouse does not exempt the shipper from demurrage charges. The ruling states railroad maintenance of the spur remains a charge regardless of shipper ownership.
A garbled weather report notes a peculiar thunderstorm in the Southern Plateau region and a broad warmup in the Northeast. Cooler conditions expected in the Midwest while Western Colorado and nearby mountains see variable, unsettled weather. Coastal New England and Mid-Atlantic regions face mixed breezes with scattered rain chances.
A Huntsville Alabama woman credits Postum with relief after years of coffee related stomach troubles and insomnia. She reports failing medical treatment until coffee was stopped and Postum used, noting improved appetite sleep and health. The letter asks others to try Postum and mentions a related article titled The Head.
A A Wilson, longtime District Board of assistant assessors member, fell gravely ill at home on 200 G Street NW after several weeks of sickness. Born circa 1860, he previously served as U.S. Marshal under Cleveland and held posts with Farmers Insurance, Metropolitan Railway, and Washington Loan and Trust. married to Virginia Fatchale with daughter Mary Wilson Day.
A bold clothing ad touts Mens FBQ Clothing as unrivaled for style quality and fit, claiming better goods at lower prices than regular retailers. The copy invites readers to save money and upgrade their wardrobe.
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