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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1905
Page
13
Mount Holly New Jersey constables staged the seventeenth annual Dorsey Foultr discovery with Maj. Sylvester’s gear and a composite photo. The case centers on a notorious elusive figure linked to a long history of annual pursuits from the Capital and ends with the suspect jailed amid ongoing identification efforts.
Proposals to alter U S department of agriculture reporting on cotton and other crops would end official production estimates and publish field data daily as received Brokers in New York urge shifting to data collection only to curb market fluctuations and curb inside information Secretary Wilson is reviewing the plan and will announce a decision soon
In Washington detectives chase the elusive Dorsey Foultz, long believed dead or missing. The case surfaces yearly with false leads, drawing Capt Boardman and officers toward New Jersey to verify a suspect described as a gray bearded negro.
John Larsby a young farm hand who vanished from his employer's home at Good Hope Mu last week was found safe. Police had urged a lookout during the search and investigation.
Health department reimposed quarantine at the District Jail after 21 inmates with expired sentences showed elevated temperatures suggesting possible smallpox exposure. Doctors confirmed temperatures remained high then declined after further testing, prompting continued containment and a full hospital review.
Charles A. Moore, a Dead Letter Office clerk with ten years in the Post Office, was dismissed after allegedly taking two railroad tickets and using the name Morse to dispose of them. He reportedly admitted guilt. the case was dropped with dismissal, though no district attorney action was taken. Moore, about 38, from Colorado, with wife and three children, had earned $1400 yearly.
The international board of consulting engineers for the Panama Canal adjourned after discussing a permanent organization. Offices will be set up in the Mills Building for study of documents, with a probable Friday meeting to continue continuous sessions.
Joseph Payne of Oxon Hill Md swears out a warrant against Edward George and James Rusby after claiming they jumped into his wagon outside his home on Sunday night and assaulted him as he followed onto Virginia avenue and Sixth street SE. Police from the Fifth precinct arrested the trio.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for pimples and other ailments by cleansing the blood aiding digestion and stimulating kidneys liver and skin. It claims thousands have been cured by taking the medicine.
The Public Printer demands resignations of two veteran officials. They refuse, citing loyalty and oath obligations, and seek Civil Service Commission and presidential review. Support for one man, Ricketts, grew from his long service and accuracy, while Hay’s role under Palmer is noted amid ongoing controversy.
Nicholas Owens and Sonny Washington were involved in a clash near Twentieth Street and Matreeta. Owens fought Lieut. Boyle during arrest for striking another man, as Policeman Rolling helped subdue him. Washington threw a brick at a passing street car and fled but was caught.
A warrant by the health department seeks the arrest of George Hess ex sergeant of police for refusing vaccination after visiting a family in the southeast city area where smallpox allegedly existed. Hess reportedly fled Georgetown and is believed headed toward Virginia.
A Baltimore suspect, jailed for attempted robbery at 1004 King Street, escaped during a police hold and feigned illness while shoes were removed. A plaster collapse on Royal Street caused excitement as Mrs Richards fainted. Abigail Waterhouse died at her daughter's home after long illness. Shaver, injured railway worker, died at Alexandria Hospital. Services set at Second Presbyterian and Christ Episcopal churches. Labor Day observed with limited bank closures. Roger Warheld plans a King and Royal street store and apartment project.
The Weather Bureau reports a northeasterly Western storm centered near Lake Huron. High pressure over the Canadian Maritimes and Northern Rockies spreads southward through the Missouri Valley and Dakotas. Rainfall latest day was heavy in the Middle Atlantic and Lake regions, with cooler temperatures in the Middle Mississippi Valley. Expect more rain along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, cooler conditions in the Ohio and Lower Mississippi Valleys, and generally fair weather for Labor Day with localized showers in the Gulf States and unsettled New England. Winds vary by coast and region, with changing directions across the Lower Lakes. Local weather notes include temperatures, humidity, rainfall, and sunshine percentages.
A health note states that colds are tenacious and not confined to winter, suggesting persistent viral exposure and season-spanning symptoms. Medical officials urge continued vigilance and hygiene to reduce transmission across seasons.
Wilkesbarre reports that a Shamokin convention in November will outline miners demands including union recognition an eight hour day wage by weight and a conciliation board. Delegates from 150000 workers will attend with John Mitchell as central figure while operators expect only modest gains with little strike likelihood amid current agreements.
Wreck of the Black Diamond occurred ten miles offshore near Michigan City as a windstorm hit two boats en route to Chicago for Power-boat Club races. Crews Trepagan and Smith swam ashore from the Black Diamond. Charley Jones crew Hooke and Reese are unaccounted.
Muskogee Okla reports the constitutional committee of five tribes has completed site work on a draft constitution for a proposed new state. The document sets up forty eight counties and outlines provisions for a liquor sale dispensary and the election of congressmen at large. Contests are anticipated over these provisions.
Oliver Jones, former Arlington bank cashier and O & Bos man, jailed on embezzlement charges tied to a failing Carthage canning plant, and an Italian guard, escaped from jail with a note promising to return in due time. The Sunday 1087 edition notes the incident occurred near Rushville Indiana as of September 2.
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