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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1914

Page

15

Mystic Cube Winner Hypnotized Widow Seeks Marriage Undo

Mrs Harnet C Jackson asks New York court to annull her marriage to Frank D Wright an English ex convict and former spouse of Ann O Dea Debarr. She testifies Wright hypnotized her with a Theocratic creed and induced her to relinquish property worth thousands, claiming she would be destroyed if she did not marry him. Wright’s alleged control and the marriage’s validity are at issue as the case unfolds.

Harnet C. Jackson New York Court Frank D. Wright Ann O'Dea New York Doran Wright Maine Marsh Jackson Burts Drage Marrad Atis Fachson

School Board Event Showcases Sanitation Pictures and Exhibits

At Rhodes Island avenue Nin Street Northwest the Business High School annual exhibit opened yesterday in the assembly hall. The committee of judges led by principal War Davis highlighted sanitation actions by officials, water testing, and safety measures. Students Teoapeli Prmebug and Teena Kemba contributed art and country pictures, while Miss Francis Havani and William Bee taught prizes and display rules. The event featured a prize fund of four dollars and was expected to award today.

Rhodes Sland Avenue War Davis Ami Francis T. Havani Obrevurga Washington Misa Teena Kemba Fawen Tore Jr Galt

Sued for Injuries by Autos in Two Cases

New York Oct 29 Mrs Anna Archbold bold wife of John Archbold of the Standard Oil Campas was sued in supreme court for 5000 by Policeman Herr Schoffer who was struck while alighting from a car at Broadway and ld street. The chauffeur was arrested for wrong side of street and following too closely. A second suit seeks 10000 by guardians Witham McClane for William McClane and Stukes against Stokes car on August.

Oaturies New York Anna Wear Hebold John Schvold Standard Oil Campas Supreme Court Herr Schoffer Intel Todas Stokes Witham & MU Clana Ns Gon Willam McClane Mri

Woman Hangs Herself at Government Asylum

Catherine Prunnel, a patient at the Government Asylum for the Insane, reportedly hanged herself with a rope in a hospital room. Officials say the death occurred after an attempted rescue and that Moss Taumelh’s sister prepared to accompany the woman shopping when the tragedy happened.

Catherine Prunnel Eas Astm For Bureau of Engrating Ivanine St Elizabeth Fred Asylin Sailit Lana Moss Taumelh Cote

Spanish Beauty Advocates Four Month Husband Coolness

Benite Carpenter, a Stockton native, explains a study in which a Spanish idea of love advocates indifference to a husband for four months to test romance. She says extended distance sharpened admiration, while her own marriage shows enduring passion despite social norms. She contrasts Spanish romance with American ease in wedding pursuits.

la Wada Post New York Benite Carpentier Marti Ck Penter Francisco d Ohyerd Spain Carpenter Steve Tsee Mi C Spainia Ameria Mr Carpenter Stockton Jam Tl

Redhead Typists Praised by Chicago Firm Head

A Chicago firm head declares red headed girls the best typists. He favors redheads for stenography, noting brilliancy and accuracy. Marion Bascomb and Mildred Tucas are cited among applicants, with one redheaded candidate finally chosen for the position.

Chicago Sue Hake S. Che Oeago Col- Letty Helen Kennettie Heetus Nisself Weston Reepomae Tolay Marion Bascomb Mildred Tucas

John Adams Defeated By Alien and Sedition Act Tale

A fragmented historical account recounts John Adams born years ago and defeated for president by the Alien and Sedition Acts. It traces Federalist opposition, foreign influence, prosecutions under the act, Jefferson’s rise, and Adams death on July 4, 1826.

John Adams

President Takes Rest Amid White House Pace Slowdown

The President enjoys a near rest with cabinet meetings postponed and news conferences canceled. He limits callers to a few, spends time golfing and reading in studio 8, while closely following European and Mexican issues and seeking to defuse the Colorado strike. He quoted Jerome K Jerome on literary topics during a brief exchange.

White House Washington Colorado Tle

Belgian Relief Fund Reaches 35000 Through Donations

The Belman relief fund has reached thirty five thousand dollars under ON accord. Belgian Minister Mr Naremih announced yesterday two donations of one thousand dollars each have been secured in the last ten days. Lara Anderson, former Belgian minister and head of the Boston committee, led the fundraising drive.

Belman Noto Naremih Lara Anderson Belgium Boston Committee

Cool Head and Hot Heart Decries Empty Converts at Foundry Centennial

A Foundry centennial service featured Bishop Theodore S Henderson urging warm hearts and cool heads in faith. He warned against mere form in conversion, urged enthusiasm for Christ, and stressed praying aloud and personal sacrifice. Two days remain in the celebration with Bishop William F McDowell and others slated to speak.

Theodore S Henderson Foundry ME Henderson Christ Washington Walter Johnson Harvard Yale Sracuse University Ordiniaus Congress New York Stock Exchange Place College Jesus William F McDowell Methodist T Mon City Church Extension Society Wamhne F YJ McConnell

Actress Nannette Campbell to Wed Attorney William Miller

Special to The Washington Post reports actress Nannette Campbell married attorney William Miller today in her mother's New York apartment. She wore deep wine velvet with fox fur trim and blue accessories. The couple, guests, and Mrs Wrangis Miller hosted a dinner in Washington before heading to White Sulphur Springs for their new life in New York.

Washington Post New York Nannette Campbell Wiliam Wilson Miller Muller Babe Miller

One Baby a Year Pledge Restored by Long Island Clubwomen

Spach 106 Washington Post Rockville Center Oct 29. The Benny Cripple Club of this town renews its one baby a year pledge after reconciling a June split. Six members back the pledge and condemn the dictograph while urging marital confidence. Twilight sleep discussed and honorary membership set for widows and unmarried women. Founding nurse Mrs Albert Biglin named honorary, with several members listed. Since formation two members have become mothers. Club aims to aid crippled children and prevent deformities.

Spach Washington Post Rockville Center Long Island Benny Cripple Carman Caae Albert Biglin Edwin Temme Frederick Marquard Walter Johnson Mortimer Wood Elmer Read Gugene Carr Kidinburgh

Spartanlike Spirit Blazes in Letter From French Sister

London cable to New York Sun reports a simple yet stirring letter from a French sister to her soldier brother among eleven who went to war. She lists fallen kin and wounded, pleads duty, faith, and hope, urging him to sacrifice for France as the Prussians press. The letter’s spirit and patriotism move officers and troops alike.

London New York Sun the Times Jean Joudon Gerbervillers

Police Use Prisoner as Ferret in Burglar Hunt Turns to Possum

In Montgomery a burglar hunt ends absurdly when a prisoner in striped garb searches a house for a burglar. He spots a possum, alerts officers, who fire twice as the animal slips away under a brick pillar, and the prisoner reports the possum escaped for dinner.

Philadelphia Pupils Report Beer Drinking at Home

The Washington Post reports a Philadelphia survey finds 4 438 of about 25 000 pupils in three schools admit to drinking beer at home. Principal counts show one-fourth of responding students indicate beer is provided by parents, based on teacher counts amid complaints of intoxicated pupils.

Philadelphia Washington Post Mra Il A. Rufe Rufe

Patriotism 부족 논의와 아동노동법 촉구

디스트릭트 오브 콜럼비아의 애국심 부재를 지적하며 국가 차원의 법 제정을 촉구하는 대담이 중앙 자선협의회에서 열렸다. 미필향의 대표단 파견과 대표 권리 부재의 문제를 제기하며 아동 노동법 제정 촉구와 함께 가정 보건과 보육 지원의 필요성도 논의됐다. 협의회 연례 총회는 11월 30일에 열린다.

MacGregor Clan Gathers for Annual Convention

Clin MacGregor opens the National Hotel gathering of clan members urging unity among representatives. Chaftain Dr Edward May Magruder presides as Rev William Waters offers prayer. Several talks and readings follow by Dr Ewell and others, with poems by Julia MacGregor and John Bailes Nicklin, concluding tonight.

Clin MacGregor National Hotel Familly Chaftain Edward May Magruder William Waters Jesse Well Treasure John Edwin Muncaster Robert Julia Bahey Egbert Watson Magruder Maryel 4Lmina Macttregor) Magruder Ewell Clan Fellowship Jula ‘Tugmaster Parton Arthur Llewellyn Griffiths Maine John Bailes Nicklin Tennessee MacGregor

George E Gilliland Dead After Long Illness at Home

George E Gilliland died yesterday morning at his Champlain apartment after two years of heart trouble. He was 60, survived by his wife and sister Mrs Farmer of Washington. A former newspaper man and private secretary to Senators Rice and Clark, he was well known for his political knowledge and public affairs interest. He belonged to the National Press Club and other groups.

George E. Gilliland Champlain Gilliland Farmer Washington Hrice Ohio Clark Mantaun Gihli Jamia Semalus

1200 Elks Attend Oyster Roast at B P Hall

About 1200 Elks packed B P hall at 919 H street northwest for the oyster roast described as the most successful yet. A varied program of vocal and instrumental selections featured Wilson Oliver Frank Steele Frank Green Kirk Miller and the Gem Mandolin Trio with E L Hutchinson in charge. The 11 o clock toast to departed brothers was given by Hugh F Harvey. Members of the entertainment committee included James A Firrell Albert Aubert FE Hogan Charles Hermann George Pumphrey Jacob Richards Arthur Abbott John Loeb Dr Conrad Hoffman William Morrison RF Girard James Ward Dr Nihon Costello Patrick Coffey T Bresnahan Frank Miers Fred Kraeme H H Peters Ivan Fleet Oscar Andrews Joseph Wood Charles Gardner Dominick Fowler Albert Hollender William Hazlitt George Logan JgJ McCarthy Jack Taylor J B Clements and T Kelihe.

B. P. © Hall H Street Northwest Lodge E L Hutchinson Wilson Oliver Frank Steele Frank Green Kirk Miller Kilem EL Hutchinson Gem Brothers Hugh F. Harvey James A Firrell Albert Aubert FE Hogan Charles Hermann George Pumphrey Jacob Richards Arthur Abbott John Loeb Conrad Hoffman Wiliam Morrison A RF Girard James Ward Nihon Timothy Costello Patrick Coffey T Bresnahan Frank Miers Fred Kraeme H H Peters Ivan Fleet Oscar Andrews Joseph Wood Charles Gardner Dominick Fowler Albert Hollender William Haz

Burleson Urges Postmasters to Prevent Christmas Congestion

Postmaster General Burleson asks all postmasters to prepare for a record Christmas rush. He fears improvements to parcel post, including insurance and registry, will congest post office lobbies. He urges patrons to file shipment forms outside the post office to speed service.

Burleson Ester

Halts John Brown Statue Legacy in Charleston

Charleston council weighs accepting a 5000 legacy from late Miss Amelia B Southall of Harpers Ferry to fund a John Brown statue. Opponents call Brown an exemplar of lynch law. supporters say the monument would show the past’s bitterness abjured. A council committee is examining the proposal.

Charleston S. C Washington Post Charleston, & C Amelia B Southall Harpers Ferry John Brown Ossawatomie Southall

Home Club Halloween Ball at Interior Clubroom

The Home Club of the Interior will host a mask ball on Halloween in the clubroom. Prizes will be awarded for the most fantastic costumes, with refreshments provided. Committee in charge includes Blanchard, Alec Mosher, and Jules Lowe.

I Partent

Woman withdraws bid for associate superintendent post

Aliss Gray withdraws her candidacy for the vacant associate superintendent post after mayoral opposition to women teachers pay. The action, supported by Will Wheaton and Vatene, cites antipathy to women in office and asserts the move serves the best interests of the state and women’s political activity.

New York Aliss Gray Strachan Hi

Bishops Address Advances $7,000,000 Superannuate Fund

A wind session of the Episcopal board outlined aims to meet the $7 million goal for the superannuated ministers widows and orphans fund. The conference summarized a century and a half of work toward sustaining church workers and their families amid aging clergy, with emphasis on endowment growth and ministry support nationwide.

6Ferenu Tannants Almau Utation Vishops Meducist Foreopal Jaa Eopal Mey Weth Wien Phos Derviers Hive Trowie Dan Ued Ag Foow Renner Department of Th Fennaivania Talroad Indo Youngstown Stewart Pith Wethollst Mscopal South Ale J Walia Hf Kouthes Presbyterian Bos Minster Ia Presbyterian Weuuhes

Cooperate with Praeger effort gathers regional business reps

Postmaster Praeger leads a meeting with business organizations to coordinate on services. Attendees include William Head, Chaumter of Commerce, and Andrews of the Retail Merchants, plus Jacob Posey June Bud, and others named as representatives. The group aims to improve service delivery and cooperative efforts.

Es Bat Woashinaten William Ote Chaumter Fallow Ovat Bo Newbee Posey Jacobt Talaint Edothe Walhar Toon Bard Wrins Caltadat Andrews

Medial Society Elects Officers at Willard Convention

Dr Lile presides as president with Samuel Lule of Lynchburg named president of the assentian and Dr Simuel Bo Moor as president elect. Officers include Dr J T Buate and Dr Paulus Irving with a banquet for visitors and committees chosen.

Willard Dr . B Moore Samuel Lule Linchbure Assentian Te Aft Ted Simuel Bo Moor Tie ‘ Reshlert Jseph T Paulus Irving Er Tos M W V Peyser Treas

Simplified Grammar and Dramatization in English Courses

The article reports Thurston advocating simplified grammar instruction and dramatization to boost English study. He argues for broadening courses to ease student burden, engage teachers, and place language study closer to real use, including dramatization as a means to bring literature to life for pupils and educators.

Thurston F Nels T Club Thurstan Thurst Walt Ors Nakius Tharston Eile Sharetun Rafl

Telegraph Operator James B Tate Fatally Hurt Near Hyattsville

James B Tate a Telegraph Operator with Western Union was found fatally injured beside the tracks near Hyattsville after a train struck him. He was 43, conscious at discovery, with skull fracture and possible internal injuries, and died en route to hospital. Witnesses reported a man and woman near the scene and papers found on his person. The night operator said Tate did not work last night and was last seen leaving the office at 3 AM on a substrate.

James B Tate Hyattsville Times Pate Perstar Mamn Etter Oith Western Union Fourteenth Northw St Tfyatesville Mina Washington Watings Hailway Eetrk Company Linergen Tete Oman Wester Union Telegraph Company Earl Tate Orlock Rav

Fragmented OCR note on naval salvage inquiry and missing details

A garbled OCR passage references a naval salvage operation and a missing person or vessel. The dialogue hints at salvage company involvement and military department actions but contains many unreadable phrases and corrupted names, leaving core facts unclear.

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