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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1907
Page
19
Governor warns on Maryland Day that outside capital neglects development of vast resources and corporate attitude. Conference questions dominate Toledo discussion as Minton presides and Congress weighs future policy amid calls for reform and convention directions.
Norfolk Va September wrest council of the Improved Order of Red Men adjourned to Bridgeport for the next session. The group discussed lowering per capita costs, trimming representation, and changing officer stipends while debating funding for regional councils.
The Virginia Supreme Court handed down opinions on several appeals from the Court of Appeals and circuit courts. The decision reversed or affirmed various cases including issues on certificates and trial errors.
Investigation by a coroner jury in Norfolk Virginia found that watchman Leroy Chitty, injured after fleeing a coal pier incident, was assaulted by a seaman aboard the steamship Jupiter. Chitty died shortly after. Testimony from pier police, a cast trimmer, and others will continue the inquest.
Huntington Sept 1 The Mor mon denomination in West Virginia decided tonight to move the annual meeting this year from Central City to another point after ministers and churches in Central City refused the use of halls and sanctuaries. More than twenty members had made their headquarters there.
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Judge Barley rejected a Richmond Paper claim that Alexandria Jail costs for drugs and medical care exceed those of any Virginia city. He ordered a report on the past two years, finding prisoner numbers and medical expenses varied by quarter, not indicating overall excess compared with other Virginia cities.
Thomas Dis sixty years old of St Road Street died at Alexandria Hospital this morning from injuries after a freight train in Potomac yards crushed his right leg. He was attempting to board the train Monday and was thrown beneath the wheels. His leg was amputated to save his life but complications arose, leading to death. A longtime member of Red Men and other orders, he was well known in Washington and Alexandria, survived by his wife.
Attorney General Anderson filed an answer to John and Barbour of Culpeper asking the Supreme Court to block Judge Grimsley of the ninth circuit from appointing a commissioner of the revenue. Barbour challenges an act vesting appointment power in the judiciary, arguing it merges legislative executive and judicial functions. The AG says such appointments do not place the judge in multiple departments and the act simply assigns duties to support the judiciary. The ruling is awaited with interest by state officeholders.
Special to The Washington Post Norfolk Va December 12 A navy department report states B Patterson a burglar aboard the U S receiving ship Franklin at Norfolk Navy Yard confessed to murdering Agrippa Jones whose body was found behind a galoon on Avon street last Monday Patterson says he did not intend to kill Jones but to render him senseless for robbery Jones a well known police court character had money on him about 40 Detentions Wright and Comnors testified against Patterson He was placed in the Franklin Seaterdss and handed to civil authorities on Navy Secretary orders He fears his mother will learn of his predicament
The Corporation Court heard cases including George Griffin and Charles Vilsel indicted for arson, with Griffin sentenced to one year and Vilashel to six months. Michael, a state’s witness, aided in exposing a prisoner escape plot, while Griffin’s jail term followed. Alexandria Day at Park aims to break crowd records with hospital proceeds, amusements open for children tomorrow.
Mrs Sarah Jane Hale widow of Walter Foley Hate, a defender of Baltimore at North Point, dies at home in Baltimore on Defenders Day. Funeral details not listed, events marked the anniversary with a luncheon at the Helvedere Hotel and outdoor commemorations observed across the city.
A woman named Mollie Lewis was shot at her sewing machine by Walter Fregker a jealous bartender aged about 27 in Frederick. Lewis died and Fregker then shot himself. The killer was found in a wall alcove about an hour later. Conductor J Cabitt died from arm injuries after a railway collision near Roanoke. He left a wife and two children.
A United States sailor identified a white man as the burglar who entered the Portsmouth home of Naval Lieutenant Frank Rorschach’s wife last Sunday night. The intruder fled after Mrs Rorschach cried for help, and a inquest in Norfolk is expected to shed light on whether the crime or motive involved a break in seeking cash.
Twelve persons were injured when a Southern Railway train derailed near Tyron in the Tyron area. The tender engine mall car baggage and three coaches left the tracks. The cause was not known. Injured include Drake Spariantarg Joven Kobby NG Haale PO Hunter Ursing Anaivton JW Genxar Pacolt Preston Bmilth Dendamkina HG Dalen Simpeon Lula Keonedy and others with various hurts such as knee ankle leg head and bruises.
The Knights of the Golden Eagle select supreme officers for next year at the Washington meeting. Manchester New Haven is named supreme chief, with Charles Grim Columbus the supreme sire chief and Gerald Nerald handling supreme sire duties. Other top posts go to Lake Denver Cole of Philadelphia and William Culbertzon of Philadelphia as supreme keeper of exchequer and related roles. Lieutenant general Harry Reluicke from Pennsylvania is noted among those elected.
A health advertorial promotes Grape Nuts and Postum as ideal breakfast fuels. It claims easy digestion, brain nourishment, and steady energy, citing a New Jersey woman who improved digestion, weight, and mood after substituting these foods for meat and coffee.
Thames County delegates at the Seventh circuit convention split hopes for judge selection with Charles County sticking to its favorite son Posey. Gen Wilmer led in Charles with eleven votes but Charles abstained from Mudd’s plan, as Posey gained support and was proclaimed the nominee after an hour of voting.
Special to The Washington Post Rockville Maryland December 12 hurricane Branch of Suffolk Virginia arrived in Rockville with a bloodhound to pursue the deserter who robbed a Virginia schoolteacher near Bethesda two months ago and is wanted for other crimes. Citizens near Olney say the suspect may still be in the county and county officials called on Captain Branch to lead the hunt. Tonight a first hunt will be held in Olney with a local posse joining Sheriff Mullican and others.
Catherine Griffith, seven, daughter of John Griffith, died after being scalded by spilled grape butter from a kettle. While her mother was away, she upset the kettle and contents burned her from head to foot, pieces of flesh reportedly peeling from arms and body.
A workman at the Elkins Brewing Company in West Virginia suffered serious injuries after hot pitch sprayed from a valve and covered his face and neck. John Helz, employed in the cooperation department, failed to shut off the valve before the machine discharged. He was reportedly kneeling when the spill occurred this morning.
Sept 12 ceremonies anchored by Bristow, Havre, and Tappahannock events. Megtor dace fer of James Marler and Gein Go Tilt marked by Windu home vows with few attendants. Helen Latane wed Robert Lewis at St. Saka Episcopal Church with relatives in attendance.
In Morgantown West Virginia on September 1 a twelve year old Hungarian boy named Andy Siabo committed suicide by shooting himself through the heart after his father whipped him and ordered him to return to work. The weapon discharged igniting a flame that burned him as he fell to his bed. The father then became violently insane and made several attempts to kill himself.
Special to The Washington Fo reports on the Samuel Buraa and Sylvester Conquest trial in Accomac Virginia. Defense tests the case with circumstantial evidence linking the defendants to the murder of John Topping and sparking the Onan cock race riot. Witnesses offer little direct proof. counsel for both sides prepare tomorrow as jurors near noon verdict.
The Radford meet drew a large crowd as track events produced several state records. Hickson Grace Cecil won the Colt Stake. Dick Mont and Nan y Lee took other purses in three heat sweeps. Cabin Ber led the mile dash, while Wistful won the half mile, and Storm Scud placed in the sprint lineup.
The Southern Hallway Company tonight discharged of its employes at Spencer under a general order covering the entire Southern system. The reduction of one force is due to adverse legislation and to meet expenses. Acker, passenger agent, denied that legislation prompted the layoff, noting many workers were employed in previous months and that the men will likely be needed again soon.
Italian miners in Keeley mine area threaten further work after an Italian miner Wax is killed. A strike spreads as the train from Mount Savage to Cumberland is halted by a mob. Deputies form a posse and respond, but the attackers disperse while authorities pursue leads.
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Mrs J Cograze was knocked down by a wagon on Seventh Street and Pern Syhante Creme northwest. She suffered slight injuries but refused medical treatment and returned home. Police reported the incident occurred yesterday and noted the driver stopped at the scene.
Rev L D Jordan urged developing Africans in Africa to aid American progress while condemning race politics at the National Negro Baptist Convention session. Speakers urged unity, with a focus on home missions, reform, and improving conditions for African Americans without embracing partisan political tactics.
A Roanoke Washington Pay event hosted by the chamber of commerce drew business leaders to back a new enterprise investment company. The plan aims to raise 1,150,000 dollars in capital stock to stimulate local investment, with large subscriptions pledged and the company’s organization assured.
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