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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1907
Page
19
A chaotic dispatch describes growing Moor activity near Casablanca as French defenders brace for renewed fighting. Reported engagements flag mounting casualties and refugee movements, with emphasis on urgency and shifting fronts as the war effort continues in North Africa.
A boy was seized after a burglary attempt near an alley as residents reported a disturbance. Police questioned him about the break in and he reportedly admitted involvement, though details remain unsettled. The incident prompted calls for caution as investigators review evidence.
A court case details harsh terms for assaults involving young women. The judge imposes sentences reflecting severe penalties. The article notes a conviction and describes the fleet setting and involved individuals.
Milwaukee Sept 4 A will filed for proba te leaving an estate of about 90000 with bulk of the property to the family and one other relative. The document references the Twenty-Sixth Ward and lists associates including the Swedenborg Printing and Publishing Company New York City and the Swedenborg Publishing Association of Germantown Philadelphia along with the American New Church Tract and Publishing Society Philadelphia.
The will of late Justice of the Peace L I Oweal filed for probate leaves all real and personal property to his wife Jagy Lewa, appointing her executor. The document, dated June 1, 1M A, states the estate is valued at about Mee exclusive of personality, with real property estimated at 1.07.
The body of Archbishop William Williams is placed beneath the high altar of Boston's cathedral in a pontifical mass of requiem attended by Gov Guild Mayor Fitzgerald Senator Lodge and other dignitaries. Cardinal Gibbons celebrated the ceremony honoring a long tenure in the Roman Catholic hierarchy.
Report from Salisbury notes a mock Red Army versus Blue Army engagement deteriorating under bad weather. Transport breakdowns left troops without food for two days, villagers supplied aid but were driven off, and fires were built from pulled fences as the night wore on.
In Francville at noon today workers at five stores walked off the job over a ban on drinking beer during the noon hour. The protest followed an order restricting beer consumption at the establishments fueling the walkout by 175 workers led by Moldera and Formaden.
The article argues most U S snakes are harmless while only three types are distinctly dangerous: rattlesnakes copperheads and the timber rattler. Coral snakes are small fanged and rarely threaten without direct contact, while many snakes aid farmers and are not venomous.
Dispatches describe turmoil at a fashionable Dinard club linked to gambling and social intrigue. Diplomatic efforts follow expulsion threats for committee members while American families tied to Philadelphia and New York face public scrutiny amid Franco British legal questions.
Miss Nannia Lee Watts and Miss Matte Bryant along with Dean Bryant and Alexander Green eloped from Independence to Bristol and were married by Rev AH Burroughs. The plan began in Grayton County with late night window exit and buggy rides through a rainstorm to Galax, then a train to Bristol for the ceremony.
Missouri residents from Kansas City attended Jamestown Exposition in Norfolk with Mayor Beardaley leading the delegation. Formal exercises at the Missouri State building featured speakers including President Tucker and Floyd of New Hampshire. The day marked Kansas City pride amid a larger New Hampshire presence and daily celebrations in Virginia.
Thomagauth, twenty eight, of Tristol Tennessee, was today sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary for the killing of Clinton Irisgome, a young man he quarrelled with. In Auburn New York a dozen firemen were overcome by smoke at a Crom Columbian Cordage Plant. Chief George A Platt and Capt Morrissey were temporarily incapacitated. The fire caused about 5700 in cordage losses and damage to the building.
Admiral Cowles and Admiral Copper report from the Puget Sound and Pacific coast towns that no evidence of anti Japanese feeling appeared among white residents from San Francisco to Bremerton. They inspected coal supplies docking plans and repair readiness for long Atlantic to Pacific operations.
Berlin dispatch reports Haber inviting coal owners and shippers to study a contract to coal the American battleship headed for the Pacific. German coal would be supplied by German ships at lower rates than English ship coal, signaling Kaiser Wilhelm’s intent to strengthen Pacific cooperation with American interests. Leading firms have been ordered to prepare full estimates for cabinet consideration.
Mrs Roat Stone of Myrtis Va sues Norfolk and Western Railway for $1000 alleging she was forced to ride in a Jim Crow car with Black passengers after boarding at Myrtle. She asserts the conductor ordered her to move to the white section despite protests and remained seated as the train reached Suffolk where the suit proceeds in the circuit court.
William Ward and Annie Ward were arrested in Petersburg Virginia on a charge of robbery. The pair, a colored man and his wife from Washington District, were named as possible assailants in a nighttime hold up two miles from Chesterfield County. Gillman reported a pistol and threats to blow his brains. He could not positively identify the suspects.
Annapolis Md Sept 4 Alvin Maup pia a yeoman in the United States navy formerly from Clay County Ky committed death by own action here about 7 oclock after drinking carhalic acid He was married yesterday to Miss Siien Curran of Annapolis The young widow is prostrated Mauppin had just enlisted for recruiting duty at Nashville Tenn but re enlisted for seave due to expiration in ten days He left two letters attributing the act to the anticipated separation from his wife The mind had been unbalanced about six months ago The groom had a good record and the bride is described as an optimistic young woman.
Community members urge Alexandria to release 5000 copies bought by the city for Jamestown Exposition. Mayor declines action, citing lack of council planning. Citizens propose giving books away at the Virginia Building or Masonic Lodge to share historical material nationally.
Warrenton Virginia September 4 The Warrenton Horse Show opens its annual exhibition drawing a large crowd to WC Hall Surprise Lone exhibitor notes a surplus stock sold retail. Daniel wins green hunter at Surprise and results detail various classes and candidates for local and state offices debated at the fairgrounds.
The Washington Post reports four Frederick County post offices Albing Cedar Grove Nain and Whitehall lose rural route service after a Washington order. Carriers prepared to start days ago, hundreds may be left without mail, motive unclear. West Virginia Supreme Court meets. only case argued concerned a levy by Wirt County Court, decision pending about ten days.
A chaotic account in The Washington Post describes a toy boiler explosion injuring and killing children in Washington and nearby Maryland. A trolley accident in Frederick killed Frank Child, aged sixteen, and a four-year-old boy suffered severe scalds. both incidents occurred near Patrick Street. Separate court briefings in Staunton and Parksville are noted, including appeals from Virginia and New York cases, with a humorous anecdote about a bearded Parksville resident in New York City.
In a brisk contest near the harbor, Eagles faced Newport News with both teams trading leads. Key plays by Eagle quarterback and Newport News’ defense kept the score close, but the visitors edged ahead late to secure a narrow win.
Receivers appointed for the Lion Iron and Steel Corp amid insolvency efforts. Edward L Harper, former Cincinnati financier, once led Union Steel and Chain and later Union Iron and Steel, faces creditors from Fidelity Bank collapse and wheat market manipulation. Sanctioned by court, Harper seeks discharge of a receiver while Virginia plans to adjust the matter. The story links a NY death of the treasurer to recent corporate strain and multi state finances.
Lewis Btowart, a young Black man, was arrested in Benariston on charges of assault and profane language after a strike near Chevy Chase. John Wells of University Park remained hospitalized, while his condition showed slight improvement though prognosis remained poor.
The Norfolk Post reports the Virginia Republican executive committee, led by Bascomemp, plans a lily white delegation to the next national convention. Key leaders meet over fusion factions and district candidates, aiming to place nominees where electable. Delegates will be named at the committee’s next session, with decisions kept private.
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