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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1905

Page

14

Match at Sea Girt Third with Revolvers

Sea Girt N J Sept 5 visiting riflemen enjoyed clear weather as three matches revolver team company team and Leech Cup proceeded at long ranges. District of Columbia and Philadelphia units posted strong scores with Squadron A New York and Second Washington leading the revolver and company team events respectively.

Washington Post Sea Girl N. J Company 1 Calumbia Squadron A York Phulecelp Ua Tastriot Neurea Krumbour Prino Meade Cornet Morsi Steten Washington Second District of Columbia Diserice Taos United Pom Oe Mares Company F Mary- Pace New Jersey Loramie United States Infantry Yuna Wol Ruetbads Lou Owanak Co- Stoat Governfamaru

District rifle team wins revolver match at Sea Girt

The First Regiment Company I team led by Lieut Heidenreich with Sergt Morris and Privates Leizearre Wetherald and Fink captured ten dollars after starting strong at Sea Girt. They overcame hoodoo fears, scoring in two fifteen-shot bursts and hope for more success as the tournament continues.

Heldenreich Sergt Morris Leizearre Wetherald Fink MAGUS City Bulletin

Mae Wood Files Charges Against Miller and Officials

Acting Secretary Adee disclosed that Mae Wood filed charges in the State Department against J Martin Miller the American consul at Alix la Chapelle and others including former Postmaster General Robert Wynne and Secretary Loeb. The suits reference alleged loss of letters from a Senate source and a book project titled Love Letters of a Boss. The department will review the charges after they are considered in Omaha.

Adee State Department Miss Mae Wood J Martin Miller Alix la Chapelle Loeb Robert J. Wynne London Miss Wood Omaha Nebi Messrs. Miller Wynne Miller United States Post Office Department Miler Germany

Jail prisoners kept at district jail amid smallpox quarantine

Smallpox case at the district jail leads health officer to renew a sixteen day quarantine and detain all prisoners whose sentences expired or will expire during the period. Police stations will handle new arrests, while workhouse sentences replace jail ones for minor offenses. One prisoner showed fever symptoms and was isolated for observation.

Clark Lee Gould District Criminal Court Narris Cha Woodward

President Roosevelt to Attend Franklin Anniversary in Philadelphia

The American Philosophical Society plans a January 17 celebration in Philadelphia for the 200th birthday of Benjamin Franklin with President Roosevelt agreeing to participate. Gov. Samuel W. Pennypacker will preside as Pennsylvania allocates $20,000 to the event, matched by the society.

American Philosophical Society Franklin Roosevelt Philadelphia Benjamin Franklin Samuel W. Pennypacker Pennsylvania

No Appetite Warns of Ill Health and Hood's Sarsaparilla Cited

A sober warning notes loss of appetite signals reduced vitality and possible illness. It urges readers to try Hood's Sarsaparilla, described as a great alterative and tonic that has cured thousands.

War Veterans Leave With cordial Invitation to 1906 Milwaukee

Twenty United Spanish War Veterans depart Washington in a special Baltimore and Ohio Pullman for the Milwaukee encampment. Delegates from the District camps include Commander G E Rausch and J J Knibbs, with John Lewis Smith bringing invitations for the 1906 event in the capital. Washington hopes to host the next encampment, arguing the Spanish War Veterans originated here and Cuba and the Philippines fighters should gather in the capital.

Milwaukee Washington United Spanish War Veterans Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Dr. Cox G E. Rausch Miles Camp Jeremiah A. Costello J. Walter Mitchell J. P. Rupple John Lewis Smith Department of the District of Columbia Cuba

Col Browne Named Delegate After Hickey Resigns Favor

Col J E Browne gains backing from Roosevelt and Porter garrisons, Army and Navy Union, and delegates nationwide for the Newburg encampment. Delegate William A Hickey resigns his position to smooth Browne’s path, asserting fidelity to Browne since early support. Alternate Frank C Longstreet steps in, with Captains Longstreet Heins and Sergt Strain also attending.

Col J. Eewin Browne Union Veteran Legion Army and Navy Union U. S Order Theodore Roosevelt William A . Hickey Roosevelt Newburg Col Browne Porter United States New York Washington Hickey Col. Browne Frank C. Longstreet Mr. Hickey M. Heins Frank Longstreet Sergt John Strain A. Taylor Capt. L. Longstreet van A. Zahn Edward Hines Willam H Grosgean F. E. Schotter EB. 3. Smith J.J. Strain Col. Brown E. B. Burch A. W. Gale N. W. Tryon Capt. O. Lake I. J. van der Miler Capt A. van Reuth

Marine Band at the Capitol This Afternoon

The United States Marine Band led by William H. Sentelmann performs at the Capitol at 6 o’clock. The program includes Fing of Victory Overture The Bronze Horse Mediation The Dying Poet Euphonium solo Theresa Grand Polonaise Opus 40 Chopin La Gioconda A Comical Contest The Star Spangled Banter with Godfrey.

Capitol United States Marine Band William H. Sentelmann Marek Theresa Oly Ponchiell Godfrey

Giers Urged to Visit Capital as Election Talk Mounts

Giers who have never visited the Capital will be urged. Discussions in the city center on probable election outcomes at the encampment. Washington seeks the next convention with no candidates in the field, though Col Moulton of Chicago emerges as a leading commander candidate. An amalgamation of three Spanish war societies about two years ago is hinted at.

Giers Washington Col Moulton Chicago

Moulton Seeks Presidency of United Soldier Societies

Ambitious leaders contest the succession as Maj Harold Megrew and Capt William English have been elected, with Col Moulton receiving Washington support for the next convention. Milwaukee gathering will face proposals for a Washington war museum a new Arlington chapel and amphitheater and Browne's plan to merge all soldier societies into one self perpetuating body.

United Society Harold 8 Megrew William English Col Moulton Chicago Washington Col. Moulton Arlington Beheutezen Park Cal J Exdiwin Browne

Honor District Attorney Baker Feted At Columbia Theater

Friends of Daniel W. Baker, newly appointed U S district attorney for the District of Columbia, held a box party at the Columbia Theater to view George Avie's play The Bad Samaritan. Attendees included Frank J. Ho ean, Henry H. Davis, Joseph T. Crabbs, and others. A Raleigh dinner followed, with Mr Mogan as toastmaster, twelve covers, and a pleasant ending to the surprise celebration.

United States District of Columbia Daniel W. Baker Columbia Theater George Avie Frank J. Hoean Henry H. Davis Joseph T. Crabbs John ©. Gitlings Stuart McNamara Joseph O' Sheeny C 1. Humphrey Justice Ashley M Gould Capt. A. ©. McAlister Henry W. Hodges M. IP Mr. Baker

Railroads File Answers to Interstate Commerce Charges

The Interstate Commerce Commission received formal replies yesterday from the Pennsylvania Railroad Seaboard Air Line Atlantic Coast Line and Central Railroad of Georgia in the case accusing railways and the refrigerator car line of excessive fruit and vegetable rates from California and the Southwest to New York and other eastern cities The Southern Pacific Iron Mountain and St Louis and San Francisco were granted time extensions until September 2 while Santa Fe Railroad and Santa Fe Refrigerator Despatch Ling did not respond nor seek extensions.

Commerce Commission Interstate Commerce Commission California New York Pennsylvania Railroad Seaboard Air Line Atlantic Coast Line Central Railroad of Georgia

No Difference in Happiness for Old and Young

A 77 year old woman credits Grape-Nuts for restoring her health after years of stomach trouble. She describes digestibility issues with rice and says Grape-Nuts revived her strength and enjoyment of life over two years of use. Postum Co. promotes a 10 days trial.

Postum Co Battle Creek Mich

New York's J B Bishop Named Isthmian Canal Executive Secretary

Joseph Buckland Bishop of New York is appointed executive secretary of the Isthmian Canal Commission, with charge of publicity and the literary branch. He becomes official historian, will provide press information, and preserve authentic canal progress records. Prominent officials praise his literary skill and public questions handling.

T. P. Shonis Isthmian Canal Commission Joseph Buckland Bishop New York Bishop Shonts Commission Peppermann Canal Commission Panama Shonta Pepperman Shonis Phart Tay George 8. Morrison William H. Burr Willam Barclay Parsons Taft

Automobile Club Planned Promoting Social Rides and Races

An automobile club of Washington plans a social focus with member runs and future races under its auspices. The committee invites prominent car owners to a meeting at the Washington Board of Trade, with rules modeled after similar cities and emphasis on law enforcement, club emblem, and an attractive clubhouse.

Automobile Club of Washington LeRoy Mark W. H. Raplay W. 8. Corby Washington Board of Trade N. L. Burchell R. B. Caverly W.W Duvall Burr N. Edwards F. J Edmonds H. W. Fuller W. B. Hibbs George H. Harries A. C. Moses Marion John L. Newbold Clarence F. Norment John_H. Nolan F. B. Pyle W. F Roberts W. E. Spier Louis W Weaver J. F. Wilking and Harry 3B Willson

Weather Summary and Local Readings From Washington Post

Tuesday weather bulletin from the U S Department of Agriculture notes the plateau and eastern regions remain cool with rain in parts of Kangay, Southern Nebraska and the Dakotas while New England and the South Atlantic coast see clearing and below average temperatures. High pressure in the Mississippi Valley forecasts fair Atlantic coast weather midweek with showers in the Rockies and Plains and rain extending toward the Mississippi River by Thursday. Local readings include midnight temperatures in the 60s, afternoon highs near 80, and clear to misty river conditions with Shenandoah River clear and Potomac muddy at Harpers Ferry.

U. S. Dept of Agriculture Dureau Washington Rocky Mountain Kangay Nebraska Missouri Tex New Mexico Colorado Wyoming New England South Atlantic Coast Rocky Mountains Mississippi Valley Atlantic Coast Plateau Dakotas Kanes Indian Territory Oklahoma Texas Mississippi River Ralo- Max Asheville N.C Atlanta Atlantic City N. J Bilamarck Boston Mass Buffalo Chicago Cincinnati Cheyenne Wyo Devonport Towa Denver Colo Des Moines, Town Galveston Helena Mont Indianapolis Ind Jacksonville Fis Kansas City Little Rock Ari Marquette Mich Memphis Tenn New Orleans New York North Platte

Women Seek Divorces Amid Infidelity and Cruelty Charges

In district court yesterday Mrs Lotte Cave filed for divorce from Gilbert W Cave alleging cruelty non support and infidelity and seeking support for herself and her minor son. Attorneys McNeill and Nattress for Mrs Cave. Also Gertrude J Parkin filed for divorce from Robert M Parkinson citing desertion and nonsupport and seeking child custody. Virgil T Poole began absolute divorce proceedings against Lilian V Poole with infidelity alleged and a co respondent named. custody of the infant sought.

Lotte Cave Gupterna Court Bed and Board Gilbert W. Cave American Home Life Insurance Company Cave Robert M. Parkinson John Lewis Smith Peele

Cool Weather Prevails Across Capital With Rain in Plains

Cool weather dominated Washington with 78 percent humidity at 8 am and 70 at 8 pm. The Weather Bureau logged a 74.8 degree high and a 62.8 degree low. Reports note heavy rain in Kansas and Nebraska, including 2.48 inches at Concordia and 1.50 inches at El Paso. Prof. Henry cautioned no firm predictions until systems cross the mountains.

Weather Bureau Washington Henry Mississippi Valley Kansas Nebraska Concordia Kans Amarillo Tex el Paso Rocky Mountains

McGonagle Named Deputy Auditor From Valparaiso Background

Charles A. McGonagle, recently sworn in as deputy auditor for the Post-office Department, was a former teacher at fifteen and ran a general store between terms. He studied at Rio Grande College and Ohio University, then earned BS and LLB degrees at Valparaiso University in 1897, marrying Miss Lillian the year before.

Valparaiso University Charles A. McGonagle Post-office Department McGonagle & Titch Muncie McGonagle Vinton County Ohio McCarthy Titch County Rio Grande College Ohio University Indiana Lillian

Concert and political notes from Washington and Elko

Gelaesliman of Elko Nevada a graduate of the school musical department with Mr McGonagle a colleague of Jesse E Wilson newly appointed Assistant Secretary of the Interior on the judiciary committee in the last Indiana assembly McGonagle located temporarily at 1623 Thirteenth Street awaiting Mrs McGonagle in Washington Concert at Smithsonian Grounds featured the United States Engineer Band led by Julius Kamper with selections including Maroh the Brignéier General and The Sultan of Sulu Editor to Inspect Immigrants Philip Cowan editor of the American Hebrew appointed special inspector in the Immigration Service to be stationed at Eis Island succeeding Marcus Braun who resigned after recall from Austria-Hungary following his arrest in Budapest and his expressed views of a police man who rifled his private papers

Gelaesliman Elko, Nev McGonagle Jesse E Wilson Interior Judiciary Indiana Assembly Thirteenth Street Washington Smithsonian Grounds United States Julius Kamper Maroh Barytone Soic Homer Hartmann Corp. Mills Dorothy Vernon Rtep Philip Cowan New York The American Hebrew Immigration Service Marcus Braun Austria-Hungary Budapest Braun R. Cowan Eis Island

Writs filed to free two discharged soldiers from asylum

Petitions in the District Supreme Court seek habeas corpus releases for Joseph A. Crane and Thomas E. Read from Government Hospital for the Insane. Both claim their enlistments ended and allege conditions of parole and restricted access during legal filings. Attorney Charles Poe filed the petitions with hearings set for 10 a.m. before Justice Gould.

District Supreme Court Government Hospital Joseph A. Crane Thomas E. Read Charles Poe Secretary of War Daniel O'Keefe O'Keefe Gould Poe Read Kellogg Joseph A Crane Harry A. Hummer Crane Maurice J. Stack Stack Pea

Ingersol Recovering After Fall From Car

Mr. Ingersol, 68, of the Hotel Johnson, was badly hurt in a fall from a car Monday night at Twenty sixth and P streets northwest. He is improving at Emergency Hospital after being taken there by the Third precinct patrol.

Mr. Ingersol Oliver R. iIngersol Johnson

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