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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1907
Page
14
The Monroe community voices outrage at Earles ideas and the religion authority, arguing for arbitration over war. The dispute centers on a treaty and perceived religious formalism, with tensions rising among residents and local leaders.
The text presents stray reflections on marriage, divorce, and society, citing pressure from sensational news and urging ethical standards. It references figures, press influence, and imagined outcomes of separations, urging thoughtful public discourse.
Mrs Hattie Field of Chicago reported a 2 AM burglary at 1325 Massachusetts Avenue NW where three unidentified men entered her unlocked room and stole $42.50. She says she can identify the suspects if caught and that other tenants were awakened as thieves fled. A second report states Tom Burns of 1 South Broadway NY had room entered at the Veternoith Hotel on Sixth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, with money stolen from under a pillow. A third note cites Mrs Latham of 613 Thirteenth Street NW reporting a theft from a jewelry drawer valued over $60 during an unspecified time frame.
The writer contrasts modern sensationalism in newspapers with ancient Spartan tragedy and laments vulgar entertainments. He envisions a future where America may demand higher ideals and resist the dull, entertainment driven press, hoping for national strength and virtue amid industrial growth.
An interview quotes an aggrieved wife detailing alleged brutalities by Earle over years. The account says he struck and kicked her, beat her with a stick, and shamed her publicly during a troubled marriage that began after a brief courtship in Austria.
In Cleveland Ohio authorities delay serving a warrant for Mea Charlotte Phillips over her husband John J Phillips murder amid disputes among doctors. Family physician Dr Trego claims she is too ill, while Dr Tierney says she could attend court. Dr Romig's exam supports the delay. A court session considered the guard at her bedside as officials cite safety and propriety.
The 18 surviving veterans aged from sixty two will journey from Elizabeth to Gettysburg and Washington in October commanded by Gen J Madison Drake. They reach Washington October 19 to attend the Medal of Honor Legion reunion. They depart October 7 by automobile touring cars with brief stops at Princeton Trenton and Philadelphia. They will spend two nights and a day at Gettysburg touring the battlefield.
Mrs Mary M Flagler of Washington widow of Gen DW Flagler mother of Mei C A F Flagler died at her son May Flagler’s home in Washington. Burial set for 2:80 pm at Arlington Cemetery with Chaplain Brown of Fort Myer presiding. She was daughter of Gen GA Finley and mother to W Flagler and Mry G W McKee. In Washington years, services to be held at Trinity. Private reinforment to follow.
A Black prisoner at the Firat precinct station endured repeated suicide attempts while in custody. She ripped garments to fashion ropes, towered over bars, and screamed for the morgue as officers and the matron struggled to restrain her. Police intervened multiple times to prevent further self harm.
Police rounded up alleged violators of excise and gambling laws yesterday. Charles Murray of 137 Twenty-seventh Street NW faced charges for playing crap and a chase ensued near Rock Creek. John Carley at 1501 Seventh Street NW was arrested for gaming after $50 collateral was noted. Joseph Marosy at 1204 Thirteenth Street NW was seized with three companions. Marosy reportedly posted $50 collateral. Frederick Tillman and John Tillman of 113 Covington Street NW were jailed for keeping an unlicensed bar. Jol Allen of 320 Knocks Alley was arrested for selling liquor without a license and a related disorderly conduct charge.
A motorman on car No 14 of the Palla Church Railroad reversed his mechanism to avert a collision with a Washington Arlington and Mount Vernon line car at Arlington Junction three miles below Falls Church. The Falls Church car carried several passengers who escaped with minor injuries as the two trains collided nearly head on. The other car was demolished, and no serious injuries were reported. The cause of the accident had not yet been determined.
A letter carrier named John TB Mecateey, convicted of stealing a letter, faced Judge Kenesaw M Landis who sentenced him to one year but offered two months to prepare for separation from his wife. Mecateey pledged to surrender and, despite the hardship, returned to work while planning to turn himself in.
The Washington field dispatch reports Theodore Roosevert Jr, presumed son of the President, hunted game in Minnesota without a license. Deputy Game Warden Rutledge and agent Avey noted nonresident status requiring a license costing 10 for small game and 5 for big game. The youth, barely a boy, faced enforcement. no intentional violation is alleged.
Hebrew New Year began with special services, songs, and prayers at all city synagogues. Rabbi Avram Simon delivered the Yom Hashanah sermon at Washington Hebrew Congregation, while other congregations held services in their newly finished or existing houses of worship. Observances included the ram’s horn and varied timetables for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur across orthodox and reform communities.
A infant was found under a pew at Church of the Most Precious Blood on 115 Baxter Street during evening services. Rev Pelabamisio stopped the service, infant baptized Mario Lineala, taken to Bellevue Hospital. Police notified, child cared for by patron and later moved. Two women worshippers urged to keep the baby.
Ben Klopfer a uniformed officer of the First precinct was assaulted late Saturday night on station steps. John McElvoy was arrested at the First precinct, charged with the offense and to be arraigned in Police Court. Klopfer reportedly spoke, McElvoy kicked him in the abdomen.
Willem Page Suthern, 19, of Sheridan Avenue Hilledale DC, held at Fifth Precinct in connection with an attempted kidnapping of 2½ year old Alice Gertrude Miller, daughter of C B Miller of MG Beventh Street Southeast. Authorities say the suspect, identified by the victim’s brother, denies involvement. the infant was recovered unharmed after hours missing.
Reporting fragments describe conflicting statements about a man named Ruthern in a disappearance case. Witness Lite Howara claims Ruthern offered money to lure a boy into a market, while varying descriptions note a red tie and distinctive collars, with a police restraint occurring during a confrontation near a stallion route.
Mildred Nadel recalls being accosted by a dark haired woman and a young man near Amsterdam Avenue and Fifty Eighth Street. The duo led her to a taxi on Hull Street where the cabman chloroformed her, leaving her unconscious. Nadel described the assailants and provided a jailhouse description of the suspects to police.
A well dressed man, identified as forty two year old Rosenthal of Baltimore, ran amok in Central Park Arsenal Police Station claiming mental distress. He placed a loaded revolver on the desk and asked for help, saying he feared he might hurt himself. He was restrained, questioned, and later discharged by Magistrate Corrigan on promising not to harm himself, with intent to return to Baltimore to his wife and children.
A 60s African American woman, Rachael Johnson, is held after an assault on John Garns at a Freeport station area. Garns, injured seriously, is in stable condition but doctors warn of possible complications. Johnson denies the attack and awaits arraignment in Police Court.
William Wilson claims Robert Brown threatened his driver for Corby Brothers with a revolver early Saturday. Brown, 408 Florida Ave NW, was arrested after Brown allegedly brandished a pistol and fled. Wilson and Brown were treated for injuries and a gun was recovered. Police reported a chaotic scene with a patrol wagon transporting Brown to Freedman Hospital. Also noted is a separate report on Korean insurgents devastating telegraph lines and killing Japanese forces.
Special to The Washington rout Cincinnati Ohio September 8 Dan O Leary the veteran heel and tea walker engages in a grueling endurance feat to walk forty miles in a day in a series of 60 minute segments at Norwood Inn this afternoon. He has covered 88000 miles in his contests toward his aim to reach the thousandth century before he rests. An expert scaffold will time his progress as he seeks a substantial purse and a large medal if successful.
United Spanish War Veterans hold their fourth annual encampment at Cedar Point starting tomorrow as delegates converge from numerous states including Asbury Park and Barton. Contests for commander in chief pit Alvin of Portsmouth against Hale of Caterita with delegations from New Hampshire and other states. Maritime movements list several ocean steamers arriving or sailing between New York and European ports, with ships like Gramatana and Meville noted among others.
A tornado swept across the Amusement Resort causing extensive damage. Debris shattered hundreds of windows and crops in the area suffered heavy losses. The storm, which struck De Moines area last night, damaged the river bulletin and disrupted local services.
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