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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1909
Page
18
Detroit detectives report the remaining fragment of Maybelle Millman’s body, cut up and hidden in sacks after a surgical death, washed ashore near Gross Isle. Coroners say death occurred on the operating table with indications of artificial respiration and chemical coloring.
A tentative fisheries accord holds amid broader negotiations involving the United States and Canada. The pact touches on fishing rights around Newfoundland and the Maritime provinces, with potential reference to international dispute mechanisms at The Hague. Authorities expect resolutions to influence regional fishing access and regulatory regimes into autumn.
Mauretania regains a nautical record during an afternoon dash toward Yokohama. Capt John Eriven leads the crew aboard the liner amid light seas, despite a minor setback. The vessel advances at speeds close to seven knots, marking a notable achievement in its long sailing history.
We will soon have the largest and handsomest tailoring establishment in Washington. Every man who orders a suit here now will get a substantial reduction because we cannot show goods properly. The highest class tailoring with personal attention to each garment and a superb satisfying fit.
President Taft will tour the West and down the Mississippi with a speeches plan that covers tariff disputes, Payne bill, and reform goals. He aims to explain recent Congress battles, seek public sentiment, and discuss revision paths while excluding most details ahead of travel. The trip will include most of his cabinet on the journey to New Orleans, with 115 congressmen invited. The death of Mr Harriman was reported without comment.
The American Press Humorists Association session in Buffalo elected John D Wells president Newton Newkirk vice president and Cy Warman secretary treasurer. Taft sent greetings urging humorists to keep making people laugh as it brightens life's journey.
Sloodhounds and 190 detectives search mountains near Lewistown Pennsylvania after a Pennsylvania Railroad Express train robbery on August 31. The operation began at 7 am and will run through Saturday night with bloodhounds, guides, and picked men scouring every foot of ground. Estimated loot ranges from 6500 to 70000 dollars. About 60 rifled envelopes were found in the looted car.
Ambassador and Mrs Hill plan to sail from Berlin to New York on September 28 aboard the George, remaining in the United States for about two months before returning for the Winter Pedal season. Mrs Fearn of New York, widow of a Greek minister, has returned to Berlin from a visit with Carmen Sylva. The Hills will host dinner tomorrow with Myra Fearn, George Guthrie, and Professors from the University of Maryland, and Baroness Heyking in attendance.
Pugilist Webster from Taunton Massachusetts is held without bail to answer a murder charge in the killing of Benjamin Rosenstock a grocer in West Twenty third street last Monday Police say clothing of Rosenstock and valuables were found in Websters room Webster claims he was in Taunton when the crime occurred
Sept 2 8 pm forecast for the Workington region shows showers Friday in the Great Lakes Ohio Valley and Atlantic coast states with generally fair conditions elsewhere. Temperatures near steady, light variable winds on the Atlantic coast, and no major systems expected.
Delegates at Saratoga adopt a unity drive for New York Democrats as a proposed Democratic League forms to unify the party. Speakers including Osborn, Parker, and Shepard push for a declaration of principles and a permanent committee structure.
The diaconate was conferred yesterday by Rt Rev Owen BH Corrigan bishop of Baltimore at Mount St Marys Seminary Combibaug Md upon Jamies Connelly and John Dunphy of Utanna Pa. Minor orders were conferred on John Howke of Baltimore James B Martin of Kukmond Va James J Kerrigan of Boxton Maus Joseph A Bobe Patrick Cawley and Michael A CiMvegly of Scranton Pa. Tawsnre was conferred on Gilbert J Gabnon of Mobile Ala John J Starr of Boston and Phitty F BMrCm. The wettest for the seminarians will close today, conducted by Rev Jerome Dougharty formerly president of Georgetown University Movements of Ocean Steamers Arrived New York Louisiane from Havre Matrotanty trol Liverscol Deatachlend from Hamburg for Port de... Sailings listed for Plymouth and New York with mixed vessel notes.
Special to The Wadblogton Post reports 25 priests from the College of Marieville near RM Hysrinthe were excommunicated and unfrocked for disobeying orders from Rome. Writs of excommunication were issued by Mgr Bernard, archbishop of St Hyne, under papal directive after authorities refused to permit the college’s relocation and building at St Johns.
Prof H L McBain named physical director and head of the football pre season at George Washington University Potomac Park field. Secretaries and alumni factions shape the athletic council lineup as Carlisle Indians and Bucknell clash loom Thanksgiving day schedule. University hopes for a dedicated field and renewed Morrill Act support gain attention.
Readable text cites cream serge coats with black trim and price highlights. Mentions women’s coats in various sizes and a featured sale near 1295. Includes phrases about limited quantities and promotional pricing for customers.
The narrative describes a perilous Arctic march with shifting sea ice, drifting ice floes, and near drownings as Peary recounts a night of moving ice and a dangerous open water lead. Emergent winds and shifting pack ice force rapid sledging, with crews scrambling to secure dogs and gear while navigating treacherous terrain near Cape Columbia and beyond.
A friend of Leung Tang known as Chung Sing was released on $600 bond after nearly three months in detention as a material witness in the murder case. He admitted lacking knowledge of Mian Suge's death but denied details of the manner. The developing case stalled efforts to close the murder probe.
United National Association of Fastafize Clerks held its annual convention electing officers. Crank and Rogers of Vlitois chosen as vice presidents, Charles Jones and Charles Teek named as secretaries, with Wiliam F Qibona treasurer. Edward W Conners and Peter Wynne named chairs. Next meeting set for Baratoge Springs Feat.
Attorney General Denman filed quo warranto against the National Cash Register Company of Dayton Ohio in Franklin County Circuit Court seeking ouster from its charter and appointment to wind up its affairs The petition alleges restraint of trade conspiracy to form a trust and improper payments of expenses to officers and agents It charges harassment of competitors through migrations dummy companies below cost sales and costly perks to favored insiders at minority stockholders’ expense It describes a Dayton headquarters graveyard of doomed opposition and workers’ losses
Alice Webb Duke, divorced wife of tobacco magnate Brodie L Duke, was committed to the asylum for the insane at Kankakee after a jury found her insane. Report states she appeared distraught and that the court required days of testimony to justify treatment and restraint.
Cleveland Union prolonged reply notes John D Rockefeller refused to comment on EH Harriman's death when seen at his Forest Hill home tonight He learned of Harriman's death via a private wire linking his residence to his New York office at 26 Broadway.
A newsroom explains how reliable city news is gathered from official releases, public records, and on-site reporting, emphasizing corroboration, named sources, dates, and verifiable facts to inform residents accurately. It outlines standards for transparency and accountability in public notices and coverage.
Local riders and equestrian groups across Washington and nearby areas urge wider consultation on horse care, racing regulations, and track safety to address shared concerns and coordinate standards.
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