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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1906

Page

5

Which 15 Spokesman Taft or Bonaparte

A noisy public dispute centers on whether Secretary Taft or Secretary Bonaparte best represents President Roosevelt. Republicans ask who may speak for the President as cabinet members voice views on tariff policy and press criticism. Bonaparte declines comment, insisting the issue is presidential approval or disapproval, not individual speeches, while Taft is portrayed as signaling a tariff stance. The piece notes internal contention over policy direction and calls for a unified voice from the administration.

Rayner Roosevelt Taft Bonaparte Sher Ie Turiff Mir Theodere Faipsvelt

Carnival dispute ends with severed fingers and accusations

A riot at East Parastine carnival culminates when William Post, commander of the Sons of Veterans, is accused after a man named Dickson suffers a severed finger blow while attempting entry to a lodge room. A woman member testified under oath, implicating Post. another man, Foxmandent, was arrested but denied involvement.

Sons of Veterans William Postminght Wallian Pockinson Dun Dickinson Dickson Seaun

Crushed Under Pipe Blow, Two Men Killed at Refining Plant

A boiler room explosion at the Atlantic Refining Company Parratin Plant in Philadelphia on September 7 killed two men, Joseph Pelthed and Alexander Morraaged, and injured others. A vapor spill caused a fire that spread to a peer pipe, collapsing sections of the plant. Firefighters battled the blaze as emergency crews evacuated the area. Local authorities reported ongoing investigations into the accident and its cause.

Atlantic Parratin Phildelphiaa Joseph Pelt Alexandr

Swanson Declines Radford Fair Attendance for Bryan Day

Excerpt notes Gov Swanson will not attend the Radford Va fair on September 14 to preside as William Jennings Bryan is billed to speak. A letter from Ex-Gov Tyler to Manager Fox says Bryan plans to visit Radford on the 14th and 15th, with earlier dates in Cincinnati shifting accordingly to schedule Bryan Day.

Richmond Ve Swanson Radford Va Wnd William Jenosings Bryan East Radford Va Gus Tyler Fox Witten Jennings Bryan Radford Tyler Vic Bryan Cincinnati

Bryan Announces Itinerary Through North Carolina

The Nebraska statesman will enter North Carolina on September 17 from Roanoke Virginia, arriving Raleigh at 11:30 a.m. to deliver an address, then depart at 3:30 p.m. for Greensboro where he appears at night. He leaves Greensboro next morning for Winston, speaks at 8 o'clock, then boards a special train to Greensboro to connect to Salisbury arriving at 12 p.m. and speaks in the afternoon. He departs Salisbury at 5:30 p.m. for Concord arriving at 6 o'clock for a brief speech, reaches Charlotte at 7 p.m. to speak, and ends at 9:50 p.m. in Charleston.

Raleigh Bryan North Carolina Roanoke Greensboro Winston Nebraska Statesman Salisbury Ang Ad'clviais &T Concord Charlotte Jeane Comba

May Succeeds Waddell Assistant Clerk Promoted

May has been promoted to clerk of the Virginia Court of Appeals succeeding Joseph A Waddell after his long service. The promotion comes as the court completed arguments in several cases from Clarke County Charlottesville Augusta County and other jurisdictions. The announcement notes May previously served as assistant clerk and librarian for years.

Virginia Court of Appeals Spectak Washngton Staunton Appeate Norfolk and Western Railway Company MaDonald Circuit Court Clarke County Joel Bailey Davis Augusta County Corporation Court Charlottesville AW May Lbrarian Joseph A Waddell Glaston Matthews Siiley Mie Provident Live and Trust Company

Man Held on Murder Charge After Jailbreak Acquittal

George H Gentle, previously acquitted of jail breaking, was required to post a $2,500 bond at Rowan Superior Court for a murder lynching case. He faces trial next term as authorities allege his involvement in the lynching of the Gillespie Negroes and was released after posting the bond.

Celal Salisbury George H | Gentle Rowan Superior Court Gillespie Gentle

Attempted suicide after spree shocks Bluefield resident

Special to The Washington Post from Bluefield West Virginia reports Rotrsa Hempetone & Co traveler painter W Painter of Baltimore tried to end his life in a Bluefield hotel room after a week long drinking spree. Physicians were summoned and hopes linger for his recovery. Painter's home is Dublin Virginia where his wife and daughter reside.

Washington Prat Bluefield Rotrsa, Hempetone & Co Baltimore Ebluefeld Dublin Va

Tomato sale stopped as bankers withdraw 350000 cases

The Washington Post reports a committee of bankers managing bloated assets from a failed syndicate paused tomato shipments to steady the market until conditions improve. Weather woes have left 350000 cases in circulation, with Maryland packers preparing to contest bankruptcy actions as the market feels the pull.

Washington Post Baltimore Maryland

Todd’s Administrator Delivers 10000 To Hetilee County

In Richmond Virginia on September X the administrator of the estate of W J Todd former county treasurer delivered 10000 to the county treasurer to be credited to the late treasurer. The remaining unsettled balance is expected to be delivered soon. Washingtonian Elected Teacher in Hagerstown Maryland report September 7 notes Prof George R Spahr of Washington elected teacher at Brethren Orphan dormitory.

Richmond Va W J Todd Hetilee Todas Todd Washingtonian Washington Hagerstown Md Georger Spahr Washugton Senten

State Policeman's Hat Thief Fined In Mazora Court

A 1 term sentence was given to a black man for larceny of a hat from Police Officer W A Peterson. The defendant entered the dwelling during a crime while the officer was away. Costs were imposed.

Secelal Snc Wesnwscon Bawile Teann Mazora Othcer WU Perkinson Herdar

Shooting of Settle Still a Mystery Near Luna Park

Alexandre authorities struggle to resolve the Thursday night attack on Joseph H Settle outside Luna Park near Alexandria. Miss Tesele Bywater of Rappahannock County says she was with Settle when a single shooter fired twice, wounding Settle and frightening her. both statements conflict with police and bystander accounts as investigators interview Bywater and Settle, while considering jealousy or a relative motive.

Joseph H Settle Tesele Bywater Rappa-hannock Luar Park Miss Bywater Alexandria County Crandal Mackey Sherif William H ¢* Palmer Harry Colles Howard Field Eli Beth Settle Miss By- Weter Mackey Mr Mackey Ney Misa Bywater Sheriff Holmes Police Heatguis Eva Alexandria Mise Bywater Hse Bywater Settie Selesann Mia Rappahannock Station Somerset Va Lane Park Plead Ren Myrick Minor Minor

Laxative pitch cites liver health and digestion warning

The advertisement touts liver health and daily bowel movement as keys to good health. It urges consulting a doctor before using Ayer's Pills and implies superior efficacy, mentioning a physician's endorsement and Townsend as a source.

Ayer T Townsend

Local Shopkeeper Shot After Argument Sees Wound Attempts to Identify Suspect

Cortrarily Mies Bywater reports the attack occurred after a shouting incident near 219 Ninth Street NW. Two park employees, and bystanders including Mrs Hatley, discuss who could have harmed Settle. Dr White from Emergency Hospital expects another X ray and aims to extract the bullet as inflammation eases. no paralysis or blood poisoning feared.

Mies Bywater Jims Nee Cherlés Evans Park Ninth Street Northwest Bes Bywater Sette Mra D al Cettecena Streets Northwest Segterda Hatley Setlin Br C S White Walte

Baltimore and Ohio opens new central office building

The Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road Company moves into a newly renovated skyscraper at Baltimore and Charles Streets. The move brings hundreds of clerks and staff to the new quarters, with President Oscar Murray occupying his new offices on the thirteenth floor during the city jubilee rebuilding period after the February fire.

Spretal Washington Baltimore Baltimore and Ohio Railoadt Company Central Charles Streeta Brent Pebruar Offeafs Baltimore and Ohio Oscar Murray

Shot at Constable Knight Knott in Hagerstown duel incident

Spectal to Fhre Wernington reports a man discharged a double barreled shotgun at Constable Stoddard while he was removing a divorce claimant’s personal effects. Stoddard refused to leave. Knight struck him with an iron bar and fired, missing. The event drew comment from Justice Hofman as investigators scrutinize the Keiert brothers.

Wernington Hagerstown Mid Justice Hofman Keiert

Boy Is Injured By Train In Clifton Forge Amputates Leg

Special to The Washington Post reports Archie Kern eleven son of Capt George Kern was attempting to jump a moving Chesapeake and Ohio yard train when he was thrown under wheels. His left leg was amputated below the knee at the local hospital and doctors expect recovery.

Washington Post Clifton Forge Archie Ikern George L. Kern Coesapeake Gbl Kee Et Ts Sala Laat

Juvenile Arraigned In Theft At Portner Brewing Board News

In Alexandria Edward S Portner, acting president of Robert Portner Brewing, elected to the Alexandria National Bank board of directors likely to succeed his father at the brewing company. Also news from Richmond and Montgomery County: funeral of Capt John S Knox, and Montgomery County Teachers' Institute adjourns with officers elected.

Edward S Portner Robert Portner Brewing Company Alexandria National Bank Portner Robert Portner Portnar Brewing Company John S. Knox John 3 Knox Richmond Teachers’ Institute Spector Whobington Post Rockville Deachera Montgomery County Jay Montgomers County Teachers’ Association John T. Baker Damascus Mise Viola Gillies Ednor Ciara V. Mace Olney College Park Institute of Public School ‘Teachers of Southern Yarp3 Maryland Ultras College Tae Institute

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted for Health and Energy

In a period piece voice the notice urges renewal of vigor as a world askew endures. It highlights a girl once rosy with health now fading and warns of the strain on children, recommending Hood's Sarsaparilla to strengthen nerves improve digestion and support mental development through overall bodily improvement.

Moraine Ag Hood

Missing bank cashier leaves for Richmond amid search

Willie A. Jones, cashier of the Bank of Fayetteville, vanished after leaving Saturday for Richmond. Bank books are in order with funds intact. authorities and the father, J S Jones, work to locate him, last seen at Hotel Wingate before his planned trip for Labor Day.

Willie A. Jones Laut Richmond Fayetteville NC A. Jones Bank of Hope Jones Jones 3A For &Y Yank Bank of Dayetteville J S Jones Bank of Red Springs Zome-Crew

Rebels Blow Up Bridges in Cuba Reported

Descriptions from Havana and Santa Clara provinces depict insurgent strength rising as rebels blow bridges and government troops face shortages. Desertions increase among rural guards while insurgent forces, led by Loyanasz del Castillo, gain momentum. Officials note a ten day armistice proposal aims to pause hostilities and seek peace terms amid heavy combat in Pinar del Rio and Havana provinces. A coastal landing near Havana delivered rifles and cartridges to insurgents.

Arteilsa Neopla Huma Santa Clara Loyanasz del Castillo Lns Havane Uls Yeterday Havana Haniah Ps Pinar del Rio Provinea Maximo Gomez New York Cienfuetus Clenfuetos

Injuries Proved Fatal in Train Runover at Spencer NC

Engineer C A L Clinksealas of Spencer was killed when he fell from a coach and was run over by northbound No 40. He reportedly was thrown under the wheels after being pushed from the train by an unknown party. Remains sent to Blythewood for interment.

Supelal Spencer C AL Clinksealas Spancer Jers Bealdes Clinkacales Blythewood

Woman Peacemaker Shot During Circus Performance

Staunton Virginia saw a dramatic incident after a Cole Bros circus show when a woman peacemaker was shot, reportedly by Jim Richardson amid a dispute that involved her husband missing after the event. The injured woman claimed Richardson fired while separating him from her husband. doctors described the wound as serious.

Staunton Clark Cole Bros Cirtus Jim Richardson Kylpe Richardson Dultet Shereen

Sunday Church Services Across Several Denominations

The list outlines Sunday services at Mount Saint Algan Episcopal Cathedral, Knox Street United Presbyterian, York Avenue Presbyterian, Conton Temple Memorial, Wahaterne Presbyterian, Congress Street Methodist, Sixteenth Street Baptist, Congregational Church of the Pilgrims, Ninth Street Christian Church, Evangelical Christian Science Church, and others. It notes service times, pastors, Sunday schools, Christian Endeavor meetings, and evening programs, reflecting a regional schedule of worship and related activities.

Eckington F Presbtterian Church Comer North Capitol Street Florida Avenue DW Skejlenger Siam Saitath School Christian Endeavor Ten York Avenue Presbyterian Church New ‘York Avenue Walleca Willian Mi Union Guroh Honolua Mosse Guatet Choir Cartelien Endeavor Society Conton Congress Street Methodist Protestant Church Thirty-first Street M and Watrestn Rey Crouse Evangelical Christian Science Church Scotish G Street Northwerth Dervices Oliver Csapla Whetman

Insane Man Captured Near Wilmington

Special to The Washington Port Wilmington NC Sept 7 Fred Hill an insane man wandering through New Hanover and Hradawick counties for a week armed with a shotgun and pistol was caught that afternoon by two deputy sheriffs. He was found in a boat in the middle of Cave Fear River. The deputies covered him with their Witchesters and he was brought to the city and placed in jail.

Washington Wilmington Fred Hill New Hanover Hradawick Ne Bro Neek Cave Fear Tegr Aewan

Fall May Cost His Life At Wrightsville Beach

Special 4o The Washingtoe Poo Wilmington NC Sept 7 James Butler a young man of Sampson County and relative of former United States Senator Marion Butler fell down the pavilion steps at Wrightsville Beach today sustaining injuries that may prove fatal He has convulsions of the brain and is still unconscious tonight.

Wilmington James Butler Sampson County United States Marion Butler Wrightaville Beach

Wedded at Rockville in a Takoma Park marriage

Special to The Washington Post details a Rockville ceremony in which Samuel Ward Trump of Takoma Park marries Margaret Salome Graybill of Kernstown. The couple wed by Rev Toms H Campbell at the Baptist Church and returned to Washington after the ceremony.

Hockville Ma Samuel Ward Trump Takoma Park Bbd Mise Margaret Salome Graybill Kernstown Toms H Campbell Baptist Church Thi Storry Washington

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