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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1907

Page

3

Bankers purge Heinze group as Morse resigns from boards

New York reports describe the ouster of Fritz Augustus Heinze and his brothers from major banking affairs after a clearing house probe. Charles Morse resigns from multiple bank boards, while Orlando and Edward Thomas sever ties with the Mercantile control. Morse aimed to dominate via Ridgely’s candidacy, with background maneuvering in the Mercantile National and other major enterprises.

Clearing House Flan Washington New York Frits Augustus Heinze Otto C Arthur Heinze Charles W. Morse Bank and Trust Company My. Morse Mr. Mowe Orlando F Edward R. Thomas Heinges Mr. Morse Mercantile Will Denise Fuitien Morse Mercantile National William B. Ridgely Clearing-House American Toe Company Re Securities Comseny Lee Businews Clix Kinsiup Company Moran Lues Atlantic United States Cuba Seth M. Boltiken F. Augustus Heinze Mercantile Nationel The Stock Exchange Netiona Philip J. Britt Courieel Maree Mercantile, National Bank Britt Shipniné Morze Marbe Houaa Hibpaston al. Morse

Financial upheaval hits Mercantile National in banking crisis

In a broad financial upheaval West Coast and New York banks feel the strain as Mercantile National suspends and faces a clearing house crisis. Key figures include Mr. Morse and Mr. Ridgely as authorities consider protective steps. The era’s pressure tests solvent banks and market confidence amid resignations and reorganizations.

Obituaries for Driggs Pogarty Wilbert OConnor Ryan Hyans Ryan

Notices and obituaries from a late 1907 issue list deaths of Driggs Pogarty Wilbert OConnor Kate Ryan Hyans and Richard Ryan. Funeral dates and locations include Saint Pauls Church Mount Olivet Cemetery and the Eagles Home with services at residences and churches in Washington and Charlestown. Relatives and friends invited to attend.

Driggs Ponce Es Piesa al Ser L. L. Driggs SH. Driggs Pogarty Prigay Mary Kogarty Mire Frank Clark Florida Avenue St. Marcin’s Church Masa Wilbert John Weabein Fiitsért Ide Blessing Thiet Street Charlestown Jefferson County W. Va O'Connor Kate Leia Myan Hollins M Street St. Vins Tent de Paul's Heen HYAN Washington Order of Eagles Eagles Richard Ryan A. L. Reinburg Britt. Secretar

Old Raintuck: What the ladle reveals about beauty and bourbon

A peculiar regional note discusses the ladle as a symbol of beauty and hints at a crop of corn prepared for bourbon. The fragment suggests rural craft, agricultural yields, and spirits, with an informal local voice.

Woman Betrayed Heinze Crash Linked to a Social Leak

A Wall Street crash linked to the Heinze pooling interest is traced to a young woman close to F Augustus Heinze. She allegedly revealed business dealings to two female friends, prompting Amalgamated Copper allies to intervene. A Waldorf Astoria figure and a detective circulated warnings and monitored gossip to block Heinze’s plan by pressuring others to sell holdings.

Nies Plamm New York Wall Street F. Augustus. Heinze Helnie Gaid F. Augustus Hetnse Lves Waldorf-Astoria Bees Con Helnze Blis J Fem Bean Sean Broadway Heinze Waa

Ridgely Declines Mercantile National Presidency Offer

Comptroller Ridgely of the U S Treasury has declined the offer to become president of the Mercantile National Bank of New York. He announced after consulting with friends in Washington and the West that he does not wish to leave his Treasury post. The directors had offered a salary about ten thousand dollars annually, higher than earlier reports, but Ridgely felt compelled to decline for personal reasons.

Clearing Howte Ridgely Mercantile National Morne Washington Mercantile Clearing House Patna Maketelyar Clearing House Banke Ynjesa Wil Young Metropolis Teawe Atresta Bamuet Cevcranis Willan B Ridgely Mercantile, National Benk New York West Tressury Department Mir Ridgély Ted

Harvard Club Berlin Move Aims to Start American Embassy Club

In Berlin on October 19, efforts are under way to establish a club called the Harvard Club in Berlin with plans to form a movement called the American Embassy Leaders. Applicants are directed to write to Harvard at the Hotel Bristol as one of the leaders, Booncer, is noted as secretary of the American Embassy.

Spencer Amicrican Almong Washington Berlin Harvati Tatas Notéles Harvart Brytol Ides Booncer’ Bday

Lieutenant Cronan Saves Crew Under Turret Fire

Special to The Washington Post reports Lieut William Pigott Cronan saved crew members during target practice off Cape Cod. Four eight inch guns fired rapidly, a powder bag nearly detonated, and Cronan lost a finger while preventing a catastrophic explosion. Chief officers praised his presence and bearing despite injury.

Washington New York Connecticut Cane‘Cod William Pigott Cronan Cronan Fred Halétonia

Lieutenant Croan Prevents Breech Block Disaster

A Navy gun deck scene shows Lieut Croan leaping forward to stop a swinging breech block after a torn explosive pack threatens detonation aboard the Connecticut. His action saves the crew as a fellow sailor is found to have ignored orders and loses a finger. Cronen, now under court martial review, has a notable service record including Brooklyn Navy Yard command and a Connecticut assignment.

Lieut. Cronon Alogo Hugo Ostérhams Cronen Brooklyn Navy ‘Yard Hancock Connecticut Besh Naval Academy Asen Oy Brooklyn Navy Yard Crosnan Pooh Georgia

Three in Race for Congress in First District

Epecial to The Wastlegion Fort Newport News Va Oct 19 Ma Samuel R Buxton eng W C Stuart a well known attorney announced this afternoon that they would be candidates for the Democratic nomination for Congress in the First district. The primary will be held next summer. He is practically a certainty that Congressman William A Jones who has rep ainted the district for over fifteen years will be a candidate to succeed himself.

Newport News Samuel. R. Buxton Eng W. ¢. Stuart Piret Coseroas Nan Wiliam A. Jones

Health Office Record Names Several Patients and Ages

A health office record lists multiple individuals with ages and brief notes. Entries include Sohn Me Medomastl 12 mm, 9 year olds Margaretta and Toren J. Grig, Frank Goldentang 12 years, Willan Daugutes 11 years, insanes 76 years, and George L. Faire 35 years, among others at various addresses.

Mmalvent G. Tucker JE Irving Fiz Lee Wallach Margaretta the Cetcord Prank Goldentang Donut Sobuson Govt Maapl Tasenia Toren J. Grig T Staw Willan Daugutes Hospitana Wikiem Hegen Geri Hopl Insane Ghades Birdsel Swinienn’o Lyon Beata George L. Faire Chaplaii Raney Meredith Providence Sl Fry

Unclear Names and Dates in Local Engagement Notice

Fragmentary OCR lists several individuals with odd spellings and scattered details, mentioning Betsy Walter and Isabel Messer among others. The fragment lacks coherent structure, locations, or clear actions, preventing a full summary of a marriage license or related notice.

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