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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1909

Page

28

Harriman Funeral at Arden Highlighted by Devotion of Estate Ties

A private Arden service marked by a large attendance of Wall Street bankers and railroad men. Edward Harriman’s death drew tribute from family, staff, and friends as officials guarded routes to the Episcopal church. The ceremony honored a country executive whose 45,000 acre Arden estate shaped the valley's development and community life.

Axden Arden Eawerd A. Harriman Yala Wall, Street New York Ailand Yelley Orange County Tangun Hig Farms Tilt Cottin Episcopal Church of St. John‘a Roman Valley Harriman Arden House Harri Charles Peabolly Charles Trudeau Trudeau Laxe Robert Lovett de. W. & Lyle Millonaires

Atlantic City Sees Uninterrupted Saloon Open Day

Atlantic City reports saloons and amusements open as reformers fail to close venues. A large crowd of visitors adds to the regulars while detectives and city leaders avoid commitments. Chief Woodruff says the resort was never closed, and Mayor Stoy is away on a long weekend. Hotelmen claim the period brings good business as life guards and special policemen are laid off.

Washington Post Atlantic City N. J City Woodruft Stoy Aity Lfe

Abruzzi Home Again Atop A 24890 Foot Peak

The Duke of Abruzzi returns from the Himalayas after achieving the highest ascent, delivering a scientific collection and photographs. He declines to discuss Peary Cook discoveries, restates plans for his forthcoming book, and plans to visit Rome and Paris amid a flurry of American gossip in Marseilles and international intrigue surrounding Katherine Elkins.

Marseilles Duno Mun Imine Himalayas Sorwekian Mount Kaoru Rcientific Br. Phillpps Himalays Pole Cook Peary Tam Paris Katherine Eling Marquis di Negroto Count di Savoia Grote Nusuous Turin Raccougl Katherine Elkins Italy Switzerland Misa

Mystery Surrounds Deaths of Nelson Family in Gas

In Larchmont on the Sound Sept 2 mystery surrounds the deaths of Mrs Ian I Nelson and her year old son George Stewart Nelson who were found by Judge Nelson in their home. Coroner Bosdecker believes the gas accident occurred when Mrs Nelson turned on the gas while caring for their son. The window was slightly open and a stopcock near a heater was found open. The boy allegedly became distressed and Mrs Nelson rose, his night dress catching on the stopcock and opening it.

I. Nelson Washington Post Larchmont-on-the-Sourd Mons Ner Ian I. Nelson Marius G. Nelson Cardhmonton-the- Sound George Stewart Nelson Tarch- Thnont Nelson Bosdecker

Train Collision Near Lincoln Kills Two Men

A head on train crash near Burnham four miles east of Lincoln today left two men dead. The victims include WW Rohair, a contractor, and a superintendent identified as a pave Wynnwre. Injured survivors include Banjara WW of Munaliald and Ching, among others.

Lincoln Pep i Burnham Posithrment L. Rohair

Escaped Inmates Break Wall At Howard Hall Hospital

Three Black inmates from the Government Hospital for the Insane escaped by tearing a guard rail from a bathroom window, leaping 18 feet to the ground, and fleeing into woods. Officials, guards, and five mounted police searched the grounds and river shores as pursuit continued at dawn. The fugitives Edward Small, William Green, and John Folk were described as dangerous and were last seen near the woods and hills surrounding the asylum.

Howard Tall Government Hospital For Lieut Stevens Edward Small Wood William Green John Folk Howard Hall Itwan Smallwooata Anacostia Potomac River Warren and Coghi

Marooned Trio Rescued After Night Near Falls in New York

Special to The Washington von reports George Fels, Harry Porter, and two companions were marooned at night on a narrow ledge a short distance above Falls Nise in New York. The men shouted for help but voices did not reach anyone along the riverbank until rescue arrived.

Washington von Nise Falls BR. Y George Fels Harry Porter Lausch Wight

American woman found dead at home with chest wound

A fragmentary report states Mrs Jane Perin, an American woman, was found dead yesterday at the home of her post arrival. Police retest and inquiry continue as detectives pursue the case amid speculation about motive and manner of death.

London Mra Jane Perin Arithe Viare

Georgia Town Hospital Coalition Contacts Patients

A fragmentary report notes a coalition in a Georgia town addressing patient care. It mentions patients were taken to a summit, with a focus on first aid or immediate medical steps during the event.

Weary Waiting Peary At Battle Harbor

Special to The Washington Port Sydney Nova Scotia Sept 12 crowds greet Peary aboard a prome, while Mrs Peary and children await his return from Battle Harbor. The expedition’s fate, Miss Maria Peary’s birthday, and a bid to nominate Robert E Peary for a polar commission are covered with messages from Americans and a reply from Bridgman regarding nails in the pole quest.

Washington Sydney Nova Scotia Robert E. Peary Roosevelt Battle Harbor Labrador Peary Jax North Maria Peary Ale Greenland In Glacier Aratic Ones Misa Marle Newfoundland South Harpswell United States Commander Peary Gitte Miss Peary

President Taft Planned Boston Visit and Mexico Meeting

Beverly Mass September reports show President Taft likely to reveal his position on Ballinger and conservation before leaving Beverly. Attorney General Wickersham meetings aim to clarify administration stance as Taft travels from Boston to Chicago and El Paso, ending with Diaz meeting in Mexico.

Beverly Enaté Wires Boston Pacific ‘Coast Mexico Miss Hissippi Jannt Dixie Sagelal Washington Post Baverly Mass Taft Belsinger-Pinebot Bavatly Wickersham Secretary of the Interior Ballinger Washington Nck Beverly Ras Bailinger Cunningham Land Office Atttorney Roosevelt New York Baldager Congregational Church of Manchester Helen Taft Capt. Butt George A. Gordon New Old South Church Ruge Taft Motors Chamber of Commerce United States Mace Chicago Mr. Taft Commercial Club Abe Hamilton el Paso Tex Dias Sush Rare Accasion Dethamdis Diaz el Bago Hes International Bridge Ciudad Juarez Sth Diag

Manchester tenants tied to distant schemes cited in report

A garbled dispatch from London dated Sept 12 references tenants in Manchester and a foretelling of journeys to New York aboard the sesame. The text mentions a diabolical tie to a financier named Dathasa and hints at prosperity delayed by questionable business schemes.

Pather Zimmerman Dike Washinton London Zimin Tert Manchester New York

Death of W L Garrison Namesake of Abolition Leader

Lexington Mississippi reports the death of W L Garrison at age seventy one in his home after a six month illness. He was known as a publicist and reformer and as son of the famed abolitionist.

Lexington Mess. Scot Witlan Lloyd Garrison Abalis Udnist Geerizon

Curtiss Captures Grand Prize At Brescia Meet

Glenn H. Curtiss, the American aviator, won the Brescia aviation grand prize dominating the course in 49 minutes 4 seconds covering 3105 miles. Rougier finished second with the grand prize won by Rougier. Curtiss also earned prizes for speed and altitude with Leblanc and Tobin among others active in events. Princess Letitia, stepmother of the Duke of the Abruti, expressed interest in flying with Curtiss but a passenger seat was not prepared.

Brescia Glenn H. Curtiss Rheims Curtiss Rougier Nes Princase Letitia Mr. Cortisa Princess Signor d’Annunzio Bleriot Curtles Calderera Offerel Liest. Savoia Curtias Gabneie | d'Annungio Curtis

Storm devastates La Paz oldest Californias town

Special to The Washington Fest reports La Paz in Lower California as the oldest settlement of the Californias struck by a monster hurricane. The storm flooded streets up to four feet, toppled houses, and left residents without shelter or belongings. Officials fear loss of life as damage spans county districts and drenched thoroughfares become torrents.

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Judges Named for Potomac Carnival Boat Parade

The Post lists the advisory committee on carnival judging for the Potomac River parade on September 16. Include sSenator Gallinger Representative Samuel W Smith Beekman Winthrop and others from government and commerce. The three judges for the event are Dr William Tindall D J Callahan and Thomas Grant. The King Cole figure and royal turnout will be prepared in New York with a tall eight horse tallyho.

Potomac River Senator 7 WH Gallinger Samuel W. Smith Beekman Winthrop W. V. Indson Worth G. Ross United States Revenue Cutter Service William F. Gude Chamber of Commerce J. H. Smajl Board of Trade Cuno H. Rudolph Corcoran Shom D. J. Callahan J. C. Keiper Percy S Foster Maj Hichara Sylvester Willard Horel Macfarland Wheles Hag Grasa T'O~ Tomac Park William Tindall Board of District D. J Callahan Waspfacton Board of Trade Thomas Grant Washington Chamber Commerce Playground Association John M. Francis Troy Francis Charles 8 Charles 8. Francis Austria-Hungary National Association of Amateur Oarsmen Lng New York King Cole Taliyuo Wiliam F. Downey Downey Iyory Tte Lalisburgh & Ero Severin Street Bumuet Wart Lansbergh oThe Lensiergti Amd

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