Grand Camp of Confederate Veterans Elected Virginia Leader
The seven teenth annual session of the Grand Camp of Confederate Veterans in Lynchburg adjourned with Dr W E Harwood of Petersburg elected grand commander. Officers include Judge John H Fulton as first lieutenant, Col William H Stewart as second lieutenant, Gen Munford as third lieutenant, and Maj Robert W Hunter calling for muster rolls. Appeals for contributions to the Richmond home for needy Confederate women drew generous support.
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Johnsons Mingle in War Pool Marriage Ceremony
Johnson daughter of William Johnson of War pool married yesterday in that town by Rev. George W. Popkin. Mr and Mrs Taylor will reside in Lower Loudoun. Sent negro a coffin case details include Richmond notice to quit and railway investigation into who sent the coffin. Detectives probe from Emporia to Claremont while a negro is used to carry mail between train and post office.
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Epes
Christiansburg
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Virginia Anthracite Coal and Railway Company
Norfolk and Western Railway
Petersburg Flood Douses Riverfront and Lumber Piles
Petersburg Virginia reports the Appomattox River rising overnight flooding the eastern river streets and Chesterfield meadow areas. Wharves hold three to four million feet of lumber awaiting shipment to Baltimore and Philadelphia though not immediately washing away. many county bridges reportedly carried away by the high water.
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University of Virginia Board of Visitors meets in session
Charlottesville September 14 The University of Virginia board of visitors met for several hours and approved key appointments. Rector Charles P. Jones and members Willam H. White Daniel Harmon Alexander Wallace R Walton Moore and Eppa Frunton Jr were present. Resignations and new deans were discussed with Prof Thomas Fitz Hugh briefly resigning before being asked to withdraw. Dr James Morris Page becomes dean of arts and sciences Dr W G Christian medical school Prof Wm M Lile law school Prof William M Thornton engineering. Jefferson’s Birthday April 13 set for the formal inauguration of Dr Alderman as president with board faculty and alumni expected to attend. K Moran elected secretary to succeed James D Jones.
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Monterey
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Norfolk
Daniel Harmon
Alexander Wallace
Frederickeburg
R. Walton Moore
Fairfax
Eppa Frunton, Jr
Richmond
Thomas Fitz-Hugh
Man charged with murder in Hagerstown case
Charles Barton arrested on suspicion of killing Simon Tathelm was formally charged and committed to jail for a Monday hearing. Mrs. Wolf and John Smith held as witnesses. Authorities eye blood evidence from Barton’s clothing and possession of the murder ax. State's Attorney to send Barton belongings to Baltimore for blood analysis.
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Readable fragments from Leesburg and Frederick notices
Nine five year old widow Mrs Lucinda Lane dies near Arcola with three brothers surviving. Mrs Susan Q Turner widow of James A Turner dies at 82 at her George errest home leaving two sons and a daughter. Wreck crew lands from Maggie BE Davis after coal cargo sinks near Assateague life saving station. Steamer Poco noke beach reports condition good. In Frederick a suit by Elmer E Greenwood against William McChristian for betrayal damages Verdict for Greenwood 7500.
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David Lane
Arcola
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George Errest
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Maggie BE. Davis
Washington Tue
Frederick
Elmer E. Greenwood
Frederick County
William McChristian
Greenwood
Eee
Case Given to Jury in Burnett Whisky Case
In Alexandria a jury heard the Commonwealth v Burnett over a whisky theft linked to Horseman and Whalen. Burnett’s fate rested on witness testimony, with Whalen already sentenced to five years. a verdict had not yet been reached by night’s end.
Man Accused of Stealing 350 Ducks and Chickens
A Cumberland County man fled in his night shirt after a wagon carried away more than 350 ducks turkeys and chickens from farms along the Potomac. He fled to West Virginia by boat and has not been seen since. Authorities traced stolen birds to Robert Earson’s South Cumberland home where a search alarmed his wife and he fled.
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High School Man Dies After Illness
A former head of the Rockville High School manual training department died after a period of failing health. Consumption caused his death. The funeral will be held tomorrow.
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Hyattsville School Bonds Premium May Trigger Suit
Hyattsville Maryland September 16 the Hyattsville school bond premium set to fund the first year’s interest faces a dispute. Building committee chair Charles H Welsh and attorney J C Rogers threaten a suit against superintendent Frederick Lasseer to recover the bond proceeds including the premium, claiming funds are for construction. Welsh argues the law makes all bond proceeds available for building and would prompt a levy to cover interest.
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Hyattsville
Board of County School Commissioners
Hyaattsville
Charles H. Welsh
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J. C. Rogers
Welsh
On Trial for Murder in Tarboro Case
Dr Julian M. Baker faces a murder trial for the fatal shooting of Dr H T Bass amid a prior fight after Bass struck Baker near the post office. State witnesses describe Bass holding Baker when fatally wounded. Defense cites self defense. Jury officer Bullock jailed for contempt. two jurors questioned. Argument to conclude Saturday evening.
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Brothers Sentenced in Mount Ulla Murder Case
Thomas and Chalmers White of Concord were sentenced by Judge Cook to six years each at hard labor in the state penitentiary for the killing of Russell Sherrill in Mount Ulla last September over alleged betrayal of their niece Annie White. The verdict startled no one. a new trial plea followed, an appeal granted, and bond set at 25,000 each for Supreme Court appearance. the brothers returned to Concord. Edward A. Niel named general traffic manager of the Atlantic and North Carolina Railroad with HQ in Goldsboro, effective Oct 1 after leaving Southern Railway post. Thomas Broadway’s murder trial for James Reed in Rowan County was continued to the next term. bail set at 500.
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Man admits killing across state line in Rhode Island
John Al Ungham, arrested on suspicion of killing Mrs. Mary Crowley in Attleboro, Massachusetts, confesses to striking her with a club during a quarrel in her Rhode Island home near the state line. Authorities say the body lay across the boundary in Massachusetts and note murder is a capital offense in Massachusetts but not in Rhode Island.
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Grover Graham Dyspepsia Remedy Promises Cure
The Grover Graham Dyspepsia Remedy sells with a guarantee to cure dyspepsia heartburn gastritis and stomach disorders with the first dose claimed to remove distress and restore digestion. It claims original McDermott formula American rights and offers leaflets and case histories for advice.
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Old Officers Re elected by Sovereign Council
The thirty first annual Sovereign Council meeting at Jonadab Hall near 623 Louisiana Avenue last night re elected officers led by Sovereign Chief J Wiley and noted a flourishing order despite some members joining the independent branch Delegates from Baltimore and Harpers Ferry attended Jonadab Day was adopted and a Past Sovereign Chief Hibbs was ill at 1828 Thirteenth Street NW. The report of William H Young showed sub ordinated councils in sound financial shape. Also reported were recent land condemnation proceedings for a plaza near Union Station with October 1 as cause shown day Bottlers Protective Association elected officers including S C Palmer president and F P Madigan treasurer. Funeral services announced for William Henry Pugh at 1224 Fourteenth Street NW with Arlington interment and notes he was a 32nd degree Mason. Justice Anderson left for vacation to Addison PA with family plans via Atlantic City. Chief Justice Clabaugh to preside October term. In St Louis Mexico’s 94th independence anniversary marked by a Mexican World’s Fair concert and band reception.
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Marines at White House and Machinists at Navy Yard
Military and naval bands perform concerts in Washington program notes include Santelmann and Stanley led pieces. Public library extends Saturday hours in September with reading room 10 am to 9 pm weekdays and 1 to 6 pm Saturdays, circulation ends 8 pm.
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McKinley and Armstrong Schools Open Monday Examinations Set
Manual Training Schools MC Kinley and Armstrong will open Monday. Pupils in second to fourth years report at 9 00 a m. Eighth grade certified entrants report at 11 00 a m. At 10 00 o'clock Monday examinations will be held for conditioned pupils and for those from outside schools. Tuesday exams will determine admission to first year for those not certified last June from the eighth grade.
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