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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1909

Page

20

Scottish Highlands wedding of Prince Miguel and Princess Anita

A grand ceremony at Tulloch Castle in Scotland united Prince Miguel of Braganza and Princess Anita Vizeu. The Mass was sung by Highland choristers and a Band of the Seaforth Highlanders performed. Attended by Braganza family members and aristocrats, the bride wore white lace and diamonds, the archway was adorned with lilies, and the couple received the Pope's blessing.

Driggwall Scotland Bowan Svengieshe Canlte Suewart James Persy Smith York Ehecame Prinzo Erraganze St. Lawrence Mary Queen of Gansrations House of Braganza Tulloch Castle W. H. Stewart Prince Miguel Prince Francis Joseph Chisholm Aberdeen Feather Fraser Dingwall MacDonald Glenfinnan Seaforth Ieighlanders Romba Mata Theresa Thena Brakunga Genom Stitt Bourbon Torring Count Algeay Caeckonico Jude James Gerard Mia Hradlee-Martin Drexels Vonrluskit Fegister Miss Drexel Rhine-lander Stewart Caatle Tulloch Austela Hragange Fami Miguel Rat Portugal Fraganza House of Hraanag

Lord Tweedmouth Dies After Naval Career and Parliament Roles

Obituary notes Lord Tweedmouth born 1849 died tonight. Former lord of the admiralty and later prime figure in government circles. His letters with the German emperor in 1908 caused a sensation. Public statements by Asquith and in the Lords shaped the episode. Also mentions attendants needed for Honolulu leprosy station staffing and related Treasury recommendation.

London Srp Elward Blarjorl Barn Tweedmouth Admiralty Anniber Fontiman Douneil Oe Varly Gord ‘Pweermouth England Germany Excheauer Asquith Lori ‘Tweedmouth Lord Tweedmouth House of Lords Ani Henry Cropbel-Bannerman Lopern Honolulu Treasury Department Civil Service Cotmlanion

War Department seeks impostor Thompson in Norfolk arrest

Donald C Thompson posing as Lieut Earl McFarland was held by Norfolk police on dozen potential charges of uttering worthless checks. The War Department requested detention to pursue charges across multiple cities after a Kansas City firm cashed a $156 check from Thompson for a forged engagement gift. Ainsworth noted Thompson’s activities drew business losses nationwide and a photo was obtained via a former sweetheart.

Donald C. Thomynos Norfolk Donald C. Thompson Norfolk Police War Department Thompson Vis Detroit New York Odherp Earl McFarland Alns Army Mud Nan Sedg Ainsworth Kansan Thommon Shem Leutenant Kansas City Haa Tlé

Criticisms and Tests of Naval Officers Under Myer Review

An annual report from Gen Albert L. Myer, head of the Texas department, outlines criticism and examinations of naval officers. It notes the need to improve efficiency in assignments, training, and supervision, mentioning various officers and stations, and references a proposed 78,000 ton battleship project and medical opinions supporting certain remedies.

Albert TL. Myer Department of Texas B. B. Stewart Atkineon Wescus Xey Dwparzanne MaDooard

Norfolk to Try Thompson on War Department Case

A Pittsburgh connected man known as Thompson, about 30, is under suspicion for impersonation and fraud tied to the War Department. Norfolk police expect to obtain the first trial chance as charges await in Norfolk, with aliases including Hoff ark McFarland and Crosby.

War Department Pittsburg Eledt Mckenna New Fork Norfolk Thompson Setioha Wers Douglas D. C. Hoffark McFarland C. H. Crosby

Striking ten worker shot in Pennsylvania mill dispute

Special to The Washington Post reports Theodore Ottor a striking tin mill worker was shot by policemen connected with the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company in Newcastle Pennsylvania. Ottor was taken to a hospital. Chief John Iberle arrested Frank Felton and Frank Smith. Two shots fired, Ottor hit in the breast. Strikers John Bishton and John James were beaten by company police.

Washington Poe Newcasté Theodore Ottor Tin Plate Company Atte Waa Tgken To & Hospital John Iberle Frank Felton Frank Smith Greer Otto John Bishton John James

New Strike At Car Plant Reopens In Schoehville

In Pittsburg September 16 the Brebied Atel Car Company plant in Schoehville faced a renewed strike as 3000 to 4000 workers walked out amid claims officials broke faith by discharging imported labor. Management planned to discharge remaining imported workers and launch a second attempt to resume operations, with deputy sheriffs on guard and expected rapid return to full operation by noon tomorrow.

Pitsburg Brebied Atel Car Company Schoehville Spusmega

Thief Fled With Gems From Philadelphia Firm

In Bouton Massachusetts a thief used a clerk ruse to steal 2000 dollars in jewelry from Hodgeon Kennedy Co. Jewellers and fled but was captured. The suspect identified as George E. Ryan of Philadelphia. A $250 opal ring matching the firm’s inventory was recovered, other items remain missing.

Rosh Hashana Observed Across Washington Synagogues

Rabbi Simon explains the Jewish new year as a tribute to God for creation of the world not a calendar restart. Orthodox and reform congregations hold two day and single day services respectively with shofar blasts symbolizing repentance and unity. Families gather, friends visit, and communal prayers mark the observance beginning at sundown.

Simon Washington Adak Israel Washington Hebrew Congregation Cram Simon Louis Stern Sade Terael God Inlert Clementy

Army Orders List for Promotions and Assignments

Military memo lists officers from Twelfth to Seventh cavalry and coast artillery receiving leaves, temporary commands, and transfers. It also notes exams for promotions at Port Riley and medical corps officers reassigned to the Philippines with arrivals anticipated in Manila. Names include Walter H. Gordon, Henry T. Borgia, Ol ford L. Corbin, Samuel Ringgold, Frederick W. Phisterer, and others.

Twelfth Cavalry Walter H. Gordon Eighteenth Infantry Oltford L. Corbin William’ J. Nicholwon Seventh Cavalry Port Riley Kaus Charles W. van Way Ninth Cavalry Eqward Davia Liteut Harbert E. Mann Louis B. Kibourne Cavairy Titeut Orlando G. Palmer Geveoth Cerry Medical Corps Ayiy San Francisco Moh Tmlandé Meniia Witliam Fordamos Fort Douglas Utah John B.asley Fort Caney Weab Bitey

Digitalis to end life signals crisis in Brooklyn officer

A man claiming to be Joseph B. Conklin first lieutenant in the signal corps and stationed in Brooklyn overdosed on digitalis in a personal crisis. He is in critical condition at City Hospital. His wife is said to live at 345 Quincy Street Brooklyn. A visitor found Mrs. Conklin not at home and unsure of his military status. The reported name does not appear in the army roster nor is there a matched officer at Fort Wood with Company G signal corps.

St. Louis Joseph B. Conklin Jdm Signal Corps United States ‘Army Brooklyn City Quincy Streat New York Quincy Street Conklin United States Fort Wood United States Algnal

World War I airship drama and Wright flight report

In Mergentheim and Frankfurt reports describe the Emperor's audience as the military dirigible Groes HL emerged from clouds over Tauber valley to spy on Reds and Blue armies. Orville Wright flew with attendees in Frankfurt, while Santos Dumont achieved a new aeroplane lift record in Saint Cyr, surpassing Curtiss’s prior mark.

Mergentheim Wurttemberg Priliiant Haden Herse Francia Perchnehd Wington Spencer Churchill Lonsdale Samuel G. Shartle United States Sitache Red Army Cifras Slera Imperial ‘Automoblia Itchen I & Mesege Zeppelin Mansuvera Frankfort Wright Alrable Canlin Iti Mannvalm Orville Wright Prince August William of Santos Dumont Glenn H. Curtias Brenda

Prison Conditions at Western Penitentiary Under Scrutiny

A report by Prison Inspector McGlasson details severe crowding vermin infestation and tuberculosis among inmates at the Western Penitentiary of Pennsylvania. Officials refuse comment while lawmakers note funding gaps and limited prisoner labor rules.

Western Penitentiary Pennsylvania Onde Atlante Pittsburg Sept McGlassay Washington Western Penitentiary of Riverside Nasure

Warden Denies Official Notice On Inspector Report

Washington reports note Warden Francles says he has not received official notification about the prison inspector's report or Federal plans for the institution. He indicated no formal communication had been issued.

Washington Francles

Engine Derailment Halts Metropolitan Branch for Hours

An engine hauling freight empties derailed near River Springs Ma on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad after a switchman was slow to throw the lever. The train, moving at moderate speed, left the track and slid down a high embankment. Engineers and firemen jumped to safety. cars stayed on the line. Service resumed around 1 p.m. after the locomotive was replaced.

Metropolitan Baltimore and Ohio Railroad River Springs

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