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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1909
Page
35
A long article chronicles Robert E. Peary born in Creason Pennsylvania May 6 1860 and raised in Maine. It notes his Bowdoin College graduation in 1877 and lifelong drive for Arctic exploration culminating in polar ambitions and reports of first-hand Arctic travels.
On Monday August 9 in New York City a marriage was performed at the Methodist Episcopal Church Seventh Street by Rev Wes Vaughn. The couple ARGABET PRAN and GEORG GAMEWELL ISRAEL, both of Montgomery County Maryland, announce after October 1 theirWashington address at 18 Nineteenth Street Northwest.
Multiple death notices from September 1908 to September 1909 list individuals such as Brinkman, Bow ers, Buckley, Dwyer, Harper, Hoph enkemmer, Parker, and Wirt. Each notice gives relations, address near Washington, D C, and funeral details or interment at local cemeteries or churches.
A fragmented local page lists multiple funeral directors and undertakers with addresses and phone numbers, including Frank Geiee's Sons Mexia Chapel, W. R. Speare, George P. Zarhorst, John R. Weight Co, R. F. Harvey's Sons, C. B. Jenkine, WM. H. Sardo & Co, Thos. S. Sergeon, Thos. A. Costello, and related services such as livery connections and crematoriums.
The record traces Robert E Peary’s career from civil engineering in the U S Navy starting October 26 1881 to his seven Arctic expeditions beginning in 1896. It notes his leave of absence to Greenland, his scientific value, and presidencies and honors from major geographical societies.
Berlin and Hamburg societies concede general recognition of Dr. Cook's achievement while not endorsing every factual claim. Munich observer Zuamayer expresses certainty Cook reached the pole, and Rome reports the Pope’s keen interest, praising belief in a man tested by peril.
A cipher telegram from Commander Peary to Herbert L. Bridgman of the Peary Arctic Club of America claims Peary will travel directly to New York. Bridgman confirms the phrasing as the agreed code, notes no further dispatches needed, and mentions a separate word signaling a meeting at Sydney.
Special to The Washington Post Portand Maine Sept Breaking silence since it was reported Frederick A Cook claimed his husband found the north pole Mrs Cook informs Commander Peary has planted the Stars and Stripes at the goal and offers cordial congratulations The Cook and Sullivan households had not heard Peary message until a correspondent delivered it
In New York a diary kept by the ex explorer up to his severance with his last mate is now in safe hands. Rudolph Francke, the expedition steward, delivered the records to Mrs. Cook who copied them for safekeeping. Francke expects to prove Dr. Cook's North Pole claim with this testimony and stands convinced of the explorer's reliability.
Philadelphia dispatch reports Admiral Melville expresses belief Peary found the North Pole and admires Leary for his stance. He notes Cook's prior claims faced doubt due to delayed opening of tie packs and cites Peary being within about 200 miles of the pole on a recent expedition.
Commander Peary outlines a continuation of arctic work, detailing a proposed course from Nova Scotia to Davis Strait then Greenland, potential depots and Eskimo/dog support, aiming to reach the geographic pole and return by October 1905, with the Roosevelt's 1905 voyage recapped and its challenges noted.
Special to The Washington Evening Star reports Dr Cook sent Bradley a cable from Copenhagen on Sept 3, credit for the expedition is split, and the doctor’s backer notes the voyage yielded progress stronger than Peary in some aspects. Bradley explains the transmission was read to explorers and summarized the debate over leadership and credit.
Fragmentary text describes itching scaling and crusted humnors with mentions of warm bath and soap for cure. References Cu cura Soap and other garbled terms suggest a birth-related or treatment note, but details are unreadable and tentative.
Prof. Henry Gannett of the National Geographic Society cautions that Dr. Cook’s polar discovery requires adequate proof before official action. He notes Cook’s narrative contains dubious bears and musk ox stories, cites lack of a zenith telescope, and calls for the papers and precise latitude records to be produced for verification.
Fragmentary copy reports Mrs Peary receiving a reply from Mrs Roosevelt about Chateau events. Text is garbled with placeholders and partial quotes, hard to discern full names or clear actions.
Citizens gathered near the old mill site for a day of contests and entertainment. Winners in races and games received prizes such as vases and candy boxes, followed by vaudeville performances and a prize for the best floor dancers.
April 1909 brought dramatic Arctic milestones as Robert Peary and Frederick Cook each claimed reaching the North Pole. The two men, unaware of the other’s movements, faced scrutiny over whose journey truly marked the pole. Messages to wives described safety and triumph as crowds prepared celebrations and clubs planned commemorations.
A terse, garbled line suggests factions vying for laurels and public perception, with glimpses of slow pace and conflicting attitudes. The text implies rivalry and outward skepticism toward the outcome, but specifics are unclear.
British scientists in Manitoba report support for Peary reaching the north pole. Professors Myres and Ervé, Royal Society of Canada president, with Roderick Macfarlane, cite Peary’s experience and Eskimo knowledge as crucial. Macfarlane notes his Arctic work with Hudson Bay Company and Eskimo partners, hoping for explorer benefits.
A night fire at a Wooster Street factory district caused severe damage as water towers and high pressure engines fought the blaze. Principal losers include Royal Glass Works and the Crown Paper Box Company, with losses totaling $150,000.
Special to The Warbington Post reports a four day joint institute for public school teachers from Anne Arundel Prince George Charles and St Marys counties convening in Annapolis for professional sessions and collaboration.
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