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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1911
Page
6
Semi official estimates in Ottawa suggest conservatives expect a return to power with about 30 seats as Laurier faces a tough finish. Chief whip Premier plans a whirlwind final push, hoping Borden secures a clear margin and defeats Laurier in key provinces.
A garbled report describes an accident scene with references to wreckage, an engine, and bystanders. It mentions a victim located near a river or road area and notes confusion about time of day and exact location. No clear names or dates are readable.
In Warren County North Carolina a mob seeking to kill George Marshall, a Black man, attacked a prominent white woman’s home, wounded Sheriff Davis and two deputies, and forced a siege at the jail. The attacker was captured by a ruse after a fatal exchange at the Marshall home. Marshall is held as authorities urge patience until court convenes.
In a grim inquest a quarrel on the Pope farm led to a gunfight between Thompson and John Pope, with shots and drinking cited. Mrs Thompson testified of intoxication and attempted interference, while both Thompsons and Pope described self defense. The jury favored Thompson, noting variations in accounts.
In Rocky Mount North Carolina on September 17 the fate of a possible general strike rests on a conference tomorrow in Wilmington between Atlantic Coast Line car repairers and Superintendent RT Smith. Union leaders claim no talks occurred, but Smith plans a meeting with the workers to decide whether uninspected cars will be hauled and if allied trades will strike in sympathy.
A drunken night scene near the Belasco Theater ends with a driver hiding behind a store, pursued by Romeo the dog owned by Stoddard Taylor. The man seeks refuge on a window sill but is exposed by the vigilant dog. A policeman later frees him.
In San Francisco on a Saturday afternoon Colonel William W Tray, head of the medical supply depot at Presidio, was thrown from his horse in Golden Gate Park. The horse toppled over him, and he was fatally injured or in critical condition. He was unconscious and taken to a hospital.
In Baltimore on September 17 Mrs Emma Hassianss collapsed near the graves of her husband and children at London Park Cemetery. She suffered heart disease and died before medical help could reach her in the cemetery as many visitors rushed to assist.
Col John James McCook a noted New York lawyer and member of the famed fighting McCooks dies at his Seabright summer home at 67. Wives and four daughters survive. he was wounded at Spotsylvania Court House and declined early retirement offers from Presidents McKinley. Funeral set for Seabright Presbyterian Church Tuesday morning.
Local pupils from a Springfield Sun day school were allegedly found in an opium den. Police raided the site, making two arrests and seizing opium valued at about $100. Teachers recovered pupils and returned them to class.
Special Agent Mehmegaht of the Winow Central railroad was shot and killed in Mounds Uf on Sept 17 after firing on City Policeman Walbridge who was assisting as a messenger for a freight yard stretch. A coroner's jury later ruled Walbridge’s death justifiable homicide.
Fannie Ward widow of Joe Lewis, famed South African diamond magnate, reports loss of a gold mesh bag set with diamonds and a bracelet aboard the Lusitania after seasickness. She left the deck for her stateroom, searched a chair, and found the jewels missing. She notified the purser and had deposited 6000 in stones. Mrs Lewis remained cryptic about her business in New York.
Mrs Rose Keeling Hutchins, wife of millionaire Stilson Hutchins, asks the District Supreme Court to oust trustee William J. Dante over alleged mismanagement. Dante promises to rebut claims, noting miscalculations on encumbrances and transfers. Sons oppose the wife, increasing litigation costs likely to drain the estate over the coming year.
The Rev Dr John W Nott rector emeritus of St Georges Episcopal Church Mount Savage died yesterday afternoon at age ninety announced in Cumberland. Born in Massachusetts he taught school here sixty years ago and was a famed linguist fluent in eight to ten languages. His funeral is planned for Tuesday afternoon with nieces and nephews listed as near relatives in Cumberland.
In Easton Maryland on September 17 two men trailing a circus stole ten watches from Frank L Roberts jewelry, smashing a large plate glass window with a diamond tool. Policeman Thomas chased suspects but they escaped.
Walter Boxles, a spinner at the woolen mill in Fredericksburg, was found with a bullet in his heart at Grove Cemetery. He quarreled with his sweetheart the previous evening and threatened to shoot himself. His body was sent to his former home in Frederickburg, Va. An in-town note reports a man named Munson shot and severely wounded his bride of seven months before turning the pistol on himself. no motive is known and the groom is expected to recover.
A reader-letter expresses strong opposition to R C Bruce as assistant superintendent and urges Davidson to take centralized control. The piece condemns persistent factionalism in the school board, calls for a sustained, fact based defense, and warns that the conflict harms children. It argues for one man rule and criticizes the current white and colored member dynamic. The writer urges immediate resolution and accountability through fair, decisive action.
A dentist Dr Hills of Bartlett Hills and nurse Miss Asheton wed after a summer of motor rides through Washington. They met when he offered rides on his motorcycle and became engaged while cruising. ceremony was private at Rev Schroeder's home and honeymooning in New York.
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