North Pole Expedition Praise and Skepticism Rise
Washington buzzed over Dr Frederick Cook's claimed Arctic success as experts from the National Geographical Society and Weather Bureau discuss the potential landmark for American science. Dr Tittmann and Prof Zahm weigh in on value, timing, and the possible open sea or land near the pole while noting the risks of winter exploration and the likelihood of further journeys within years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Frederick Albert Cook
North Pole
National Geographical Society
Cook
Lueck
Know!ad
Qgetten
Mrad Utue
Alain
Moore
Weather Bureau
Arctic
Woote
de Guoke
A &C
Tittann
O H Tittmann
Geodetic Survey
Cosmos Club
England
Aly
Norway
United States
Scientidta
Harris
Bureau of Coast Survey
Alsvke
British Columbia
Tittmen
Mth
Elesmere
Farris
Wis
Tittmann
America
Albert F. Zahm
Cooks
Zahm
Pole
Wutch Pole
Antarctic
Shackleton
Enior
Nole
Obituary notices list local deaths across weeks
A sequence of brief notices names many local residents who died and the dates and places of services. Included are references to families W, Hawkins, Johnston, Robins, Wilson, and others, with service details at St Stephens Church and local cemeteries and references to Immaculate Conception and nearby towns Augusta Kensington Rockville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarry
Hinband
Isabella
Fin
Araid
Fonnie Niaon
James
Hon Ge Rion
Orifen Walker
Pelasy
Braid
Wilungler
Hawkins
Henry
Omer
Nrtiwest
Branclaco
Lida M Howard
Pelvate Johnston
Walter A Johnston
St Stephens Church
Rweuth
Colum
EU Road
Augusta
Kensington
Rockville
Mary
Wennla
Mar Rare VC
Melarchy
Ee Naughton
Oliver Ceme
Marriage and Death Notices From the Post Standard
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Funeral Directors and Embalmers in Washington D C
A fragmented list of funeral homes and embalmers in Washington D C with addresses and phone references. Notable entries include Speare Undertaker and Embalmer at 940 F Street NW, John R Wright Co Embalmers and Livery, and Harvey's Sons Funeral Directors with multiple street listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WM H Sardo&co
Tors and Bybalmers
Sergeon
Costello
Hovers
Cirechir
Evpalitan
Norther
Frank Geier
Speare
Zurhorst
Fastean
William Leg
Funeral Duestor
John R Wright
Vera Emtatmera
Army Orders and Promotion Examinations Listed
Maj Clarence B Denter orders Twenty thin infantry to San Antonio Texas for duty. A list names delegates from the medical department to a United States meeting in October. Officers including Lieuts Col Walter D Mecaw and J Patterson, Captains Jones, Martin, Tanazm, and others are noted for examinations and promotion fitness. A long roster of infantry officers and second lieutenants from the Seventh, Eighth, Nineteenth, Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and other regiments is provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence B Denter
San Antonio
Jatterson Rhean
Mal Merritts
Ireland
Willam A. Nichols
Wiliam Ware
Hightonth Infantry
Reuben ] Taylor
Nineteenth Infantry
Glaskyma Flecond Infantry
Robert & Hoyera
Fifteenth Infantry
Asc
William Russell
Fatentey
Holand
Bunguton Piro
John
Pliep EC Desby
Naval Officers Appointments and Vessel Movements Summary
Rear Admiral T J Phelps and several officers receive commissions including a captaincy for J W Parker and a lieutenant commander's rank for D F Tholeon and L B Ser. Numerous vessel movements listed show ships shifting between Newport News, Hampton Roads, Boston, San Francisco, and Provencetown as part of drills and stations along the Atlantic and Pacific fleets. The garbled text records naval appointments, discharges, and routings across multiple ports with many named ships and officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroling
Stontens
New ‘York
South Drill Grenads
Blakely Meadonough
Tingey Thorton
Wilkes Brookte Dupont Portur
Shubrick
Wordén
Newport
Talo
Ware
Yeland Brutus
Hampton
Rosin
Pato
Benton“Temmenee
Washington
Ornaouia
Dakota
Viren Serna Gata
Peateginisin
Bfe
Preneloo Fotomee
Provincetown
Virginia
Meryland Coloredo
Brevinotows
Foton
Provinsetoey
Boston
West Virginia
Maryland
Colorado
Parmeylvania
San Francisco
Mare Toland! Lieht Albany
Bremerton
Weather Burst Brings Cool Atlantic Winds Across Coast
The Department of Agriculture reports cool air sweeping the Atlantic coast with gradual changes in eastern regions. Winds moderate along the New England coast, with shifting patterns in the middle Atlantic and Great Lakes areas. Temperatures vary from early morning lows to afternoon highs, and a general storm center remains near the western offshore region. Local readings show midday temperatures around the mid 70s, with sunshine limited and humidity fluctuating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dept of Agriculture
Washington
Atlantic
Everhart
Mimont
Great Lake
Nore
Middle Atlantie
New England
South Atlantic
Eurpean
Grand Banks
American Attache Presented at Berlin Autumn Review
The newly appointed American military attaché was presented to Emperor William at the Berlin Potsdam garrisons autumn review on the Tempelhof parade ground. Thirty thousand troops took part in maneuvers as the emperor and empressa went to the palace amid cheering crowds. Observers included Orville Wright and wife, Mrs D. Hii, Gustave Schonethira, and embassy staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Samuel G Sberithe
Dmiperar Willam
Potsdam
Tempelhof
Emperor
Emsprega
Orville Wright
D . Hii
Gustave Schonethira
Scholle
Chicago
Sutre
New York
Charter Revoked in Washington Building Trades Clash
A federation official revoked the charter of Washington Building Trades Council as a factional dispute in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and Building Trades Council escalates. Local unions 36 and 14s refused to eject members aligned with the Reed faction, signaling ongoing federation mediation and possible reorganization efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federation
Esites
Washington
International Brotherhood of Electocal Workers
Kirby
American Federation of Labor
Building Trades Mechanica Couna
Fxbt
International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Flatha
Oratulsghon
Huilding Trades Council
Ireight
Bedtuae
International Brotherhood
Ie Federation
Building Trades Council
Focal Council
Txto
Building Trades Centel
Building Trades Mechanics Council
Gompers
Supplies Reach Monterrey Amid Flood Relief Efforts
Relief supplies for the Monterey flood region flow in as crops fail in outlying districts and towns along the river suffer extensive damage. A relief train leaves for Monterey while authorities coordinate free import of essential goods. aid from Laredo includes a carload of food. Ocean steamers report arrivals and expected dockings as rescue operations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
L—tre
Monterey
Bernardo Reyes
Laredo
Agt
Redo
Tex
Las
Dispute Over Labor Bill at Aerodome Amusement Co
In a light day at the police court both branches heard cases of disorderly conduct. Three hours were taken up by the Aerodome Amusement Company dispute with McQueen & Edenwald electrical contractors. Judge Kimball fined one Aero dome member ten dollars for refusing payment for work. arrests were made for disorderly conduct after tense exchanges between Brennan Ray Brennan and Vernon Daly and the contractors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bme
Aerodome Amusement Company
McQueen & Edenwald
Kimball
Aerodome Company
Brennan Ray Bronnan
Vernon Daly
North Capitol Street
Bil
McQueen & Odenwald
Fey Bresman
J Bt McQueen
Marge
Kimbell
Hay Brennan
Washington Chamber Eyes 1910 Aviation Contest Here
The Washington Chamber of Commerce board moved to back securing the 1910 International Aviation Meet for Washington. If approved, a May to November window in the United States would host contestants, with Capt James F Oyster urging the city as the logical site during Congress. The effort includes requests via Warrington Aero Club and the Aero Club of America, seeking strong inducements to lure foreign entrants and boost Washington’s profile in aviation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Washington
Tmo
Washington Chamber of Commerce
Warrington, Aero Club
Era’ Club of America
Chamber of Commerce
Washington Club
James F Oyster
Eatd
Congress
Hearty
Havitx
Canon Rudolph
Board of Trade
Waslington
W Oy
Ritist Columbia
Fen
Commba iv
Mic George
Sauier
Qpatnet
Corns
Heation
Weane
Aero Club of America
CD F Chandler
Signal Corps
Victora
Viscount Lascelles
Earl Grey
Canada
Earl Grey's Aid Fined And Aviation Contests Mentioned
An official connected with Earl Grey and the Canadian governor general faces a fine amid discussions on aviation contests. The piece notes interest in holding international aviation events near Washington and mentions government jurisdiction limits.
Commerce Chamber Aims to Lure Labor Union HQ to City
The Commerce Chamber proposes to persuade the Brotherhood of Locomotive and Firemen to move their headquarters to our city. A committee led by RP Andrews will seek a favorable rental terms for a multiyear building lease and coordinate with union officials. The chamber also plans to back Odd Fellows convention relocation to Washington and Seattle events, plus entertain Upton Veterans Legion during their Washington gathering. New members elected include Chipman Dolph, Dowell Holcombe, Johnson, Kennelly Bros, Lynkhm, River, Strawn, Tam, and Witlige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Capital—Brotherhood
Dewaxes
Waath Chamber of Commerce
Brotherhood of Locomotive and Firemen
Yexter
RP Andrews
H C C Stes EP
D J Callahan
D § Porter
Cuno B. Rudolph
Chapin Brown
Washington
Seattle
Chicago
Robert N Harner
Upton Veterans Legion
Chipman
Dolph
Julian c
Dowell Holcombe
G Johnson
Kennelly Bros
Arthur Lynkhm
D L
Dr Cook Career Chronicle of Explorer Physician
Dr Frederick Albert Cook, born June 10 185x in Sullivan County New York, was a Brooklyn trained physician and explorer. He served as surgeon on the Peary Arctic expedition and the Belgm Royal Geographical Society linked journeys, wrote Antarctic ascent tales, and resided at 60 Bushwick Avenue Brooklyn.
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de Frederick Albert Cook
Callicoon Vepot
Sullivan County
Theodora Albert Font
Brooklyn
University of New York
Mery Fidetl Hunt
Order of Leopold
Belgium
Reyal George Society Beigh
American National and
Philadelphia Geographical Soruties
Kings County Medical Society
Helghim
Poller
Ita
Bushwick Avenue
Dr Cook Reaches Magnetic Pole Claim Sparks Debate
London reports say Dr Cook may have reached the magnetic pole near Lerwick Shetland Islands as telegrams cite the port visit. The claim, if true, follows long-standing reports of polar travel but is viewed as not highly remarkable since the magnetic north pole has been tainted by disputed expeditions and earlier records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weshington
London
Lerwick
Shetland Islands
Cook
Copenhagen
Ross
Fox
London Times
Hans Egede
Dr Cook
Chivalrous at 93 sparks women auxiliary plan
Jonathan D Cathell led a meeting of the Oldest Inhabitants Association at the old Union engine house urging a Women’s Auxiliary. The group approved a formation drive, elected Dr BW Summey as vice president, and announced several deaths and reminiscences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonathan
Cathell
Cathellc Chivatroua
Chthelt
Becaues
Aida
Scheeker
BW Summey
Walleto Ho Wiliams
Alfred Heltmueller
Halt
William H Wiliams
WG Duckett
John Ww Coustass
Thomas Ho Smith Willan
Smith Nicholas Watkins
Ur BW Summey
J de Salbeh
FL. Ragan
Whoavout
Ofty
Seaboard Sued for 80000 Damages
Two former Seaboard Air Line Railway employees from Portmouth Virginia sue in Moore County North Carolina for damages following a collision at Calan NC. Cox claims a broken leg and partial paralysis with medical costs and lost wages totaling 3000 dollars. Duvall alleges a broken back and paralyzing injuries with claimed damages of 60000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horfaik Va
Seaboard Air Line Railway
Moore County
Ncg
Wot
Cox
Ernest Duvall
Fortmer
Port&mouth
Calan NC
Duvalle
Duvall
Trailers at issue in ICC order and Cincinnati inspections
The ICC demands show cause by Sept 1 on continuing 4 car trailers. Capital Traction and Washington Railway and Electric Co filed with District Electric Railway Commission. Mayor Galvin of Cincinnati reports five car inspectors appointed to enforce passenger safety and sanitary rules, with daily reports to the board of public utilities. Mr Eddy referred the letter to the commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce Commisssion
Capital Traction
Washington Railway and Electric Companies
Eddy
District Electric Railway Commission
Tr Ia
Hady
Galvin
Cincinnati
Board of Public Utilitie
Commission
Births and Birth Names in Health Office Record
Health office record lists numerous birth announcements with names such as Thowain Tana Netwomnessed Toney Phitemeun Novliil Gecar Hand Anno and others. The text cites hospitals and addresses like 209 Washing aga and 305 Lst dle ary Taes with various dates and ages, presenting a fragmented roster of newborns and guardians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toney
Francen MrAfea
Jacob
Jane Basel
Robert Lo
Jéan Oxbeten
Filippo
Augustina Carnes
Way Radoutte
Viarry
Balle Bryao
Edward D Aid Mata Stone
William
Wayland
Lirris
Johteon
Charles
Bien Parry
Agaron
Elle Bers
Charice Ant
Eleanore Johnson
Armor
Goohle Boag
Richard
Mary Loctinde
Frank Amd
Mertin Woriems
Boy Comolan
Mocin Ray Wit
Horan Wood
Lavella Becer
Gil
Chaloner Case Postponed in Virginia Court Fight
Amelie Hives ex husband John Armstrong Chaloner seeks to recover an alleged estate taken unfairly. Trial delayed to October 25 with promise of involvement from prominent New York society figures. Chaloner, brother of Lewis Stuvvant Chanler and former NY lieutenant governor, lives quietly in Cabham Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amelie Hives
Charlottesville
John Armstrong Chaloner
Goring
New York
My Chaloner
Lewis Stufvenant Chanler
Amelle Rives
Princess Tragbetekoy
Cabham Va
Conference on Chinese girl case arraigns immigration bureau
New York lawyer Cornelius Sullivan met with Commissioner Keefe to discuss the Neun Fung To case, a Chinese girl reportedly brought to the country as a student and sold to a rich Chinese man. The Gerry Society plans a thorough investigation and holds hearings at its headquarters in New York City. The girl is expected to come up for a hearing in the state tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Sullivan
New York
Gerry Society
Keefe
Neun Fung
Welther
Mr Sullivan
Bureau of Immigration
Society
New York City
Two Doctors Accused in Virginia Horse Theft Case
In Petersburg Virginia a man named Mutphy charged with eight horse thefts and related offenses appears in court. A merchant Moore of town accused of practicing dentistry without license faces larceny charges. further proceedings slated for ten days, with bond posted for appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Petersburg
Mutaphy
Yean
Er M Moore
Burg
Dorset
Bond
Secretary Winthrop Leaves for Dry Dock 4 Visit
Secretary Keenman Winthrop of the Navy Department departed Washington for New York to inspect Dry Dock No 4 at Brooklyn. He plans a two or three day absence and designated Surgeon Spears to observe the autopsy on Lieut Sutton, expected within four days, with Admiral Cowleswall acting Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keenman Winthrop
Navy Department
Washington
New York
Brooklyn
Cowleswall B
Secretary of the Navy
Winthrop
Surg. Spears
Navy
Lieut Sutton
Ex Shah's Exile At Russian Retreat Cites Intrigue
Ex shah of Persia, now in Russia, claims abdication resulted from British and Russian intrigue. He describes attempting intercession with the Russian emperor, feeling betrayed, and says he was effectively prisoner before learning his throne was lost. Also notes Persian officials exiled and a mint director among those punished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petersburg
Iits
Teneran
Depved Shah
Persia
Zerzende
Russia
Péri
Ceheran
Exsheh
Hadji Ismael
Jeen
Ute
Tragedy at Benning track two men attempt suicide
Two men attempted self harm yesterday in Washington. Harry Bontz, a 34-year-old plumber of 180 Winth Street SW, drank muriatic acid and died at Casualty Hospital after being found unconscious near the Benning track. Homer Hamiller, a post office clerk, slashed his right forearm in his Ty Pine Street room and survived after police intervened and doctors treated him at Emergency Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry
Winth Street
Casualty Hospital
Arios
Ty Pento Street
Will
Phyw Clane
Emergency Hospital
Benning
Washington Thompson
Bentz
Thompson
Bent
L . Savage
Bening
Bontz
Tex
Homer
Hamiller
Homiller
Body of Mrs Alberta Banta Found in Breckensidgs Park
San Antonio reports the body of Mrs Alberta Banta found in Breckensidgs Park in a secluded spot after a telephone tip from an unidentified caller who would not reveal the name. Banta, 56, former society leader and divorced wife of ex State Senator John R. Phipps of Hover In. is the victim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio Tex
Alberta Banta
John R. Phipps
Breckensidgs Park
Mra Banta
PELLAGER AMONG INSANE CASES IN NORTH CAROLINA
Five of Neneteest cases were fatal in North Carolina and there are fourteen cases of Pelingra among the dentate at the central hospital. Since the disease was discovered months ago, five deaths have occurred and remaining cases are serious. Several other cases are treated privately in Raleigh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Warington Post
Raleigh
Central Hospital
British demand reparations from China over June clash
Sir John Jordan British minister to China pressed for full reparation and punishment for deaths in Hazrah Aza province after a June clash with expedition aides. He stated an investigation is required and China will be asked to respond while American charges consider independent action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amerian
Peking
John Jordan
China
Haytsu
Hazrah
Lan F& Clark
John
Repara
Ion Henry P Fletener
Apna
Fletcher
Siren
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Witte L. Moore
Chas
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Pommaylvania Avenue
Esr
Robeins
Bala
Robin Collins
Wilson
Miltor
Het
Moo Jene Wilson
Payette County
Blagkistone's
Baas Marche & CO
Aerdy Neyma
Awdal T J Phelps
Sai
Cai
Beason
Ron
J W Parker
Stg
Jomdie A
McCully
Tholeon
Ser
Frost
Mower
Ordnance
Albany Faymeerer AG Auton
Sawval Hespitat Las Aulinst
Cale
Guyney BP Dontelly
Edward W Poors
Californix
Abhaville
Atlastic
Rivar Guiletin
Harpers Ferry
Potoman Sear
Bhenandoah
Shartle
Kaiser
nAnd
Koanig Atfert
Augusto Victoria
Froma
Hamburg
Front Havre
Southampton
Liverpool
POST
Chamber of Commerce Board
Gude Indorses Plan
Locomotive Brotherhood
Commerce Chamber Active
Jonathan D Cathell
Angels
Carteravilile
Tme Negro
Mmnent
Fite
Atlante
Seaboard
Wiel Fight
Traction Companies
Interstate Commission
Health Office Record
Gricapes
Taes
Wa Bieny
Payne Crittenden
Chaloner
Britten
Spee
Beaver Dam Ve
James Rorts
New “York
Ae Hood Ben
Bop
Reston
Kuppenheimer
Grosner
Rojiner
Pa.ave
H.C. Bontz
Maurice Ho
Miller
Wafe
Pellager
Euclid St
Leundry
Serants Cw Ct Holland
Santay
Ax Consul
Ifuen-Far
Aley Aine Lange
H.R. Howenstein Co. Hipser
Ravapeehn
Lhyes
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