Taft Eyes Rivers Trip as 5000 Delegates Target Congress
The national rivers and harbors congress aims for 5000 delegates with Taft planned to travel from St. Louis to New Orleans and speak at Norfolk and Morfolk events. Cabinet officers Dick Haun and Nagel, Count Bernatert, Gov. Marau, and Laurier's government attach emphasized federal river and harbor duties and waterways development nationwide.
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National Rivers and Harbors Congress
Preakdent Taft
St. Louis
New Orleans
Morfolk
Taft
Dick Haun
War Department
Becetay Nagel
Department of Commeece
Labor
HH. von Bernatertt
Judson
Marau
Ghia
Hadley
Missouri
The
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President Taft's Northwest Tour Schedule Revealed
A detailed itinerary outlines President Taft's cross country journey from Chicago to the Pacific coast with Cabinet members and security aides. Stops include Seattle, Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, and numerous western cities, ending in Washington on November 10.
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Montrose
Cplo
Hutte
Coeur d'Alene
Idaho
Seattle
Shasta
California
Yosemite Valley
Grand Canyon
Arigona
Thanes P. Taft
Chrini
Texa
Offia
Boston
Archivald W. Butt
Ala
Wendell W Mischler
Charles C. Wagner
3. J. Ricthardson
Washington
Gerrit Fort
New York Central Line
James Beasdy
Joseph H. Murphy
Secret Service
Arthur Brooks
Messenger
Pretent Diagara
Mr. Knox
Dickinson
Hitchcock
Commerce and Labor
Nagel
Interior
Ballinger
Northwest
United States
Johm Hays Hammond T
Pokane
Wash
Wullington
Chicago
Milwaukee
Lacroase
Winona
Minn
Minneapolis
Portland
Oreg
Sacramento
Cal
Oaulind
Berkeley
San Francisco
Mercedes
Yosemites
Fresno
Los Angeles
Phoenix
Prescott
Ariz
Ang-Nour
Albuquerque
N. Mex
Diaz
el Paso
Tex
Ciudad’ Soares
Mexico
San Antonio
Ranch
Corpus Chinati
Houston
Dallas
St. Louis
Mississippi River
Cape Girardeau
Cairo
Koon
Hickman
Memphis
Tenn
Ifeluna
Ark
Vicksburg
Miss
Neglbez
Misa
New Orleans
Jackson
Mise
Columbus
Birmingham
Macon
Savannah
Charleston
Columbia
Sailors Save Money Under Navy Pay System With Uncle Sam
The Navy pay office in New York oversees allotments from sailors earnings, ensuring funds are saved and diverted to banks and institutions. About 1,700 sailors are saving, 60 are aiding dependents, and a case was recorded of a sailor seeking to exchange a navy check for cash to invest in the West.
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Sam
Jere Maupin
Navy
New York
Besem
United States
Adjuliente
Mavagter Maupin Wan Ut
Gman
Road Reform Meeting Planned in Winston Salem
A meeting to boost good roads sentiment is set for Winston Salem on Friday September 47 with invites extended to Salisbury Roanoke and nearby communities. The convention aims to chart a North to South highway route via Roanoke and Raleigh and to form a persevering good roads association as a counter to yellow journalism and sensational press noted by James Kidward Rogers in The American Newspaper.
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Winston Salem
Cial
Washington Post
Winston Seem
Sinoter
Orestuilige
Sen Hencal
Kong Roads
Winston Salen
Salisbury
Roanoke
Qouruad
New York Herald
Une
Lhcilsuratty
Lastton
Twken
and & Peranent Good Roads Association
James Kidward Rogers
University of Chicago Press
United States
Saga
Amer
Ccan
James E Bowen Dead in Wayne County West Va
James E Bowen aged 58 died at his Bowen home in Wayne County. He was the eldest surviving son of Hugh B Bowen, among a large Wayne County family. Bowen was a widower and survived by four children James M Bowen J D Bowen Mrs Victoria Booth and Mrs Eliza Morrison. His father came from Maryland around 1900 to settle in the county.
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Washington
Kuntington
W. Va
James Bowen
Bowen
Wayne County
Hugh B. Bowen
Miryland
James M
J.d.bowen
Victoria Booth
Eliza Morrison
Billmyer Not to Run for State Senate Nomination
Democratic candidate Herman D. Billmyer refused the party nomination for State senator citing business commitments in Europe. He stated he would notify party authorities of his decision and immediately decline the candidacy to avoid conflicts with his ongoing work commitments.
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Senate
Washington
Cumberland
Herman D. Billmyer
Europe
Bilimyer
Youngest grandfather in the United States 36-year-old printer
Special to The Washington Fest Winston Salem N Sent Ww T Stewart of this city a member of Stewart Brow printers is probably the youngest grandfather in the United States at 36. He was married while in the tele? His wife, mother of the children, is 4 years old. Their eldest daughter married a year ago and Mr and Mrs Sam Hutchore have just presented a granddaughter to Mr and Mrs Stewart.
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Washington
Winston Salem
N. Sent
Ww. T. Stewart
Stewart Brow, Printers
United States
Telena
Childeen
Sam Hutchore
Mra. Stewart
Virginia Tobacco Prices Rise as Crop Comes In
Special to The Washington Post Richmond va September 12 reports only one sale week so far with small lots and firm prices. Rural districts note early primings show high prices while deliveries lag. Northside Virginia crops are large and fine quality with Brimwk county cited as best in a decade. Mecklenberg County reports large, well known crop. Petersburg warehouses sold 6 365 pounds this week and 64 77065 pounds to date. Winston Salem nc September 12 notes dull local market with very small sales and prices down from last year.
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Virginia
Washington Post
Richmond
Petersburg
Sorthside
Brimawick
Mecklenverg
Winston Setem
N. C
Road Plan Approved Merchants For Early Start
Virginia City merchants welcomed the Alexandria Washington greater highway project as work may begin in a few weeks. The plan centers on state highway commissioner control to eliminate petty politics, with a meeting of the Alexandria Washington Greater Highway Association to discuss funding and implementation following roadway cost estimates.
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Washington
Virginia City
Alexandria County Monitor
Post
Braddock Heights
Weaver
Alexandria County
Tte
Alexandria
Alexandria-Washington Greater
Alexandrria
State Highway Commissioner
Publi Road Bureau
Department of Agriculture
Alexandria-Washington
DROWNS WHEN BOAT UPSETS AT SEA
Two men struggle when a boat capsizes on the Elizabeth River near Norfolk. Frank Richardson, 2, drowns after the vessel is swamped by a steamer wake. R H Ripley survives in critical condition. Separately, John Henry Manus, 13, Union Civil War veteran born in Germany, dies at Waynesboro Maryland after paralytic illness. Six children survive widow Elizabeth M Clippenger, aged 10.
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Wavarneth
Norfolk
Frank Richardsson
Elizabeth
R. H. Ripley
Chester
Richardson
Risley
Washington Post
Flageratown
John Henry Manus
Germany
Waynesboro
Paralysia
Frick Engine Works
Hlizebath M. Clippenger
Morris Clippenger
Shippenaburg
Study and Trial Through Pleasant Easy Trial of
A concise remark on dedicating a short period to study a subject followed by a brief, pleasant trial period lasting a few days to test ease and enjoyment. The note emphasizes experiential learning and gentle experimentation without pressure.
Roanoke Lid To Go On Mayor Gives Order
Roanoke Virginia September 12 Mayor Joe H Cutchen announces a local option lid on December elections extending it for three months. Bootblacks drug stores and news stands told to quit shining. Antisaloon League active with sermons meetings and mass meetings statewide volunteers from multiple cities urging support for local option. Petitions circulated to urge local-option election and possible licenses if wets win.
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Antisaloon League
Washington
Roanoke
Joe H. Cutchedn
Péteen
Pelfocfere
A. Aebuine
Antigalgan League
Anisaloon League of
Vir
Thls
Shurehes
Prom
Spaakers Withia Kets
Bréte
James Cannon, Jr
J. 2
McAlister
Richardson
E. Stewart
Neighborg
Bristol
Charles D. Bulla
Alexandria
Arya
Aiien
Charlottenvillé
G. Burney Sinclair
Plea for Flood Victims in Mexico Red Cross Appeals
Telegrams to the State Department from American Consul General Philip Hanna report greater flood devastation than first feared in northern Mexico, with Matamoras submerged and rail lines washed away. The American Red Cross seeks funds to aid the displaced as winters approach, noting thousands homeless and potential disease and hunger dangers. Relief leaders indicate cross-border cooperation between American and Mexican authorities and armies could speed support along the Rio Grande.
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Mexico
Ag Tokt
State Department
Hoca
Philip. Hanna
American National Red Cross
Monterey
Matamoras
Hanna
Rio Grande River
Laser
Victoria
Mr. Hannatela
Mexican Red Cross
Man in cell attempts suicide by hanging
James Harris, a 23 year old Black man, jailed for petty larceny, tried to end his life in a Fourth precinct stationhouse cell by constructing a noose from a belt and handkerchief. He was cut down by a officer, survived, and was resecured amid threats of another attempt.
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Hia
James Harris
Davis Court
Fourth Precinct
Kaucher
Harris
Poticeman Hilton
Abbett
Nenderchieg
Virginia Obituary Sketches Prominent Residents
Virginia obituary notices from Gate City and Roanoke report Nickels a leading citizen of Gate City dying at age 72, survived by wife and three children, with funeral at Methodist Church tomorrow. also notice of George A. Dyers, Roanoke photographer, dying today, survived by his wife and two children, long tied to southwestern Virginia travel sales. cause heart failure cited in Botetourt County death.
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Apecal
Washington
Gate City
Joth Myers
Hoysman
Ieee Music Fen
Traveline
Virginia
Botetourt County
Whils
Roanoke
Data
Alexandria Chronicle: Pensioner McFarland Arrested for Diamond Theft
Washington Post dispatch from Alexandria reports Laula Edward McFarland, a Spanish American War pensioner, was taken into custody in Portsmouth on theft charges for stealing a diamond ring valued at 76 dollars from Miss Grace Beavers. The case involved a summer Park encounter and a pledge at a Washington townshop. Funeral services for Ferdinand G. Faulkner were held, with Masons and railway conductors in attendance, at South Payne Street residence. A Fairfax constable also reported a man arrested for breaking into a toolhouse and stealing overalls and tools. Alexandria exams announced for state agriculture and dentistry positions. St Mary’s Academy alumnae plan a banquet for October 20.
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Washington Post Bureau
King Street
Alexandr Va
Commonwealth
Crandat
Mackey
Alexandria’ County
Portsmouth, Va
Miss Beavers
Capt. Mackley
McFerland
Lane Park
McFarland
Policeman Wood
Fifth Precinct
Washington
Ferdinand G. Faulkner
South Payne Street
Alexandria
Andrew Jackson Lodge of Masons
Brotherhood of
Joseph R. Sevier
Second Presbyterian Church
Masons
William M. King
James MM. Duncan
Joan Backham
James E. Alexander
H. F. Fox
Buthel Cemetery
Payne
Fairfax County
John K Reddon
Redd
Justice Wright
HID FOR YEAR IN ATTIC FUGITIVE CAPTURED IN WEST VIRGINIA
Maud Tichnell, sought after six years for alleged assault on his cousin Miss Wilma Beth Austin, was arrested at his mother's home in Morgantown after living in an attic and seclusion. Sheriff and posse seized him. death penalty applies in West Virginia.
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Speciel
Washpington
Morgantown
W. Va
Maud Tiohneh Ia
Little Falls
Sheri Braod
Gospel II The Tent Sunday Services At Covenant Tent
Sunday evening services in the Church of the Covenant tent at six teenth and Manresa streets NW drew large crowds. Last evening featured music by tenor Joseph T. Mathieu violinist Howard Roderick and accompanist Miss Mobel DM with Mr Main.
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Church of the Covenant
Sixteenth
Manresa
Joseph't. Mathieu
Howard’ Roderick
Misa
Mobel DM
Main
Florence School Promotes Private Instruction and Arts Education
Private instruction in mathematics elocution languages and university work offered by Prof. G Box 203. The Florence School for girls opens October 4 with lessons in music and art, environment described as desirable. Notable attendees include Mrs Allen Martindel, Miss Martindel, and Rev Tyler Dennett delivering talks and sermons to children.
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Wray Point
Annaposta
Actadmann
Florence Schoo
Allen Martindelt
Anna Bedinger
Mans. Avé
Washington, D. C
Mia
Martine Delf
Colton 70 Succeed Post at Present Collector of Customs
The President will appoint Col George R Colton of the District of Columbia as governor of Porto Rico. Colton previously served as collector of customs of Santo Domingo and Insular collector of customs in the Philippines, praised for diplomacy and Latin American experience.
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Philippines
Santo Domingo
Beverly, Masa
George R Colton
District of Columbia
Porto Ries
Colton
Insular
Bureau of Insular Affairs
Porto Rico
Fost Stendérad
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Church of the Govenant
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Army and Navy Preparatory School
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Y.W.G. A. Institute
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Directoe
Washington — School For Boys
Wincossin Ave
D.C
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Tor Wve
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Matentiva
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Columbia Road
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Beat Business Co
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