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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1909

Page

2

Uchida Named U S Ambassador Amid Diplomatic Shuffle

The Japanese government indicates Uchida has been designated as ambassador to the United States to succeed the recently recalled post holder. The long-time diplomat previously served as vice minister of foreign affairs and as a representative in Austria Hungary. Readiness for arrival and duties in Washington are noted as formalities proceed.

Washington Bhe Austria Vise Bryo Mawr Ylally Uehida Ticu Klékatuca Austria Hungary Twas Noah Edapas Pokve NC Uuter

King's Palace Opening Seen At Parade Store Display

A garbled report notes preparations for a fall opening at a department store named in fragmented terms. The piece mentions displays, models, and earlier events as part of the run up to the launch, with some stray names and scattered details.

Nossa Hina Boston E. B

Guests at fair banquet celebrate local volunteers and leaders

A fragmented report notes attendees at a county fair banquet, honoring local organizers and volunteers. Named figures appear in garbled form, including residents and supporters who contributed to community events. The piece hints at hospitality and civic pride amid the festivities.

Virginians Building Roads and Court News

Virginia plans road work across 48 miles surveyed under state supervision. The project aims to connect multiple districts with clay roads. In the Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company v. Lee was partly argued and awaits completion. Joseph Hosmith, a prominent farmer, died from burns after an epileptic episode set a fire on his property.

Wellington Merlin Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals Washington Post Staunton Tsa Virginia Spreme Court of Eppaats Jackson Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Lee Washinston Laurel del Joseph Hosmith

Minnesota Crew Defends Battenberg Trophy At Hudson River Event

A large party of sailors from the fleet in Hampton Roads attacked Charles Lees restaurant at Pine Beach, wrecking the place before departing for the Hudson River celebrations. Rear Admiral Santon Lehrgeder and the Atlantic fleet prepare to leave Hampton Roads for New York, where Minnesota and guest crews will contest the Prince of Battenberg trophy against Argyle and other entrants amid illuminated ships.

Norfolk Pine Beach Charles Lees Hampton Roads New York Santon Lehrgeder Ramalnet Aglow Hampton Roada Ue Janmes Morelos Minnesota Eniager Argyle

Colored Odd Fellows Elect Biennial District Officers

The biennial convention of the District Grand Lodge Grand United Order of Odd Fellows adjourned Tuesday. An agenda included establishing a fund for aged and infirm members, 10 percent allocation. Officers elected: Pollard grand master, Mairi deputy grand master, Charlca Hill grand secretary, HW Honesty grand treasurer, JC Pollard grand director, WE Wills delegate to Halt Association, WO Blackburn grand marshal. Installed by W I Lesion, with Past Grand Master Darrel Webster presiding. A motion proposed a substantial gift to retiree James IC Coleman in recognition of faithful service.

Grand Lodge Grand United Order of Odd Lelows T Pollard UIT Mairi Charlca Hill JC Pollard Blackburn WI Lesion America Darrel Webster Paigei James IC Coleman

Woman Sues P D Inspector for Damages in 2000

Wise Rose Romeka, a clerk in the Los office Department, sues William Brownlow son of Rep Walter Brownlow of Tennessee and a Postoffice inspector. She seeks 2000 damages alleging he promised marriage in 240 bet and married Anna Geb of Huattail Ma on May 2. Miss Wo Katz files a second suit seeking 1400 alleging Brownlow lent her money during courtship.

William Brownlow Walter Brownlow Tennessey Postortics Department Newton, Hans Wise Rose Los Brownlow St Louis Benwalow Muse Anna Geb Huattaile Ma Wo Katz

Move In Thaw Case Seeks Taos Commission in Pittsburg

Attorney for James G Graham in New York files petition in Pittsburg Pa asking court appoint a Taos commission to examine mental condition of Harry Thaw. Former Gov Willem A Stone for Roger O Moore trustee in bankruptcy objects as judge reserves decision. Claim of 299177 against Thaw cited as allowed by referee William R Blair in bankruptcy proceedings.

Lucacy Commission Pittsburg Pillsburg Frederictt Ts Kahle James G Graham New York Taos Commission Harry H Thaw Willem A Stone Roger Ovare Thaw Mc Grahamt Hag Tha William R Blair

Land Receipts Total 11.6 Million in Last Fiscal Year

The general and office cash receipts for the year ended June 20 totaled 11 607 088 a decrease of about 190 000 from the prior year Commissioner Bennett announced. Of receipts 9 0552 were from public lands sales 2092318 from Indian lands and 5259 38 from reclamation water right charges. North Dakota leads in public land sale receipts with 3282 and Oregon is next with 368. The land patented last year totaled 12 072 277 acres.

Hsea Bennett Yeaterday North Dekota Oregon

Sar Injured in Strom Fight at Peters Saloon

A brawl erupted at a saloon on Seventh Street Northwest. Peter Chaconas owner says a brick struck a man in the head, attributed to Emmett Turner. The injured man, a Negro, was taken home as police investigated.

Doug « Arenes Peter Chaconas Seventh Street Emmett Turner Negro Chaconne Byres

Jury Plot Charged In Cook County Jury Drawings

Bench warrants issued for John D. Holland Nicholas A. Martin and Willa J. Rayburn over alleged conspiracy to substitute grand juror names. State's attorney probe linked to Inspector McCann case and broader jury selection reforms. Officials say evidence will reveal extensive conspiracies affecting juries in Cook County.

Chicago Jeme A. Baldwin Circuit Court John d. Holland Cook County Jury Commission Nicholas A. Martin Alder~ van Kenna First Ward Willa J. Rayburn Criminal Court Waa Grand and Petitians McCann Grand Petit Jury Wayman Cook County

Grand Jury Charges Graft in New Courthouse Project

The Wilkes grand jury, meeting four weeks, filed a report charging graft in the building of the new courthouse. It recommends indictments of County Councilors George Smith Walter McAvoy Silay Jones County Comptroller James M Noris Architechts McCormick and French Inspectors Michael 1.39ch and Charles Noris, about two dozen contractors, electricians, and plumbers for fraud, conspiracy and malfeasance. The jury had indicted Frank Car succor the principal contractor and Orstl Formigil x subcontenero for defrauding the agency of $9009 on a Mastering contract.

Wilkes Sesson George Smith Walter McAvoy Silay Jones James M Noris Arcalteets McCormick Michael 1 Charles Noris Frank Carsuccor Orstl Formigil x

Life term for soldier in Michigan capital punishment case

John B Albson, a soldier at Fort Brady, was sentenced to life imprisonment after a federal court verdict found him guilty in a case tied to hiring a fellow soldier. The trial sparked debate over federal and Michigan state law on capital punishment, which Michigan bans. The jury recommended life imprisonment, avoiding a death sentence.

Macagan Marquetta Mich John B Albson Fort Brady Leavenworth Gibson Michigan

Anonymous gift of $2000 conscience money to Dominion Treasury

An anonymous donor sent $2000 to the Dominion Treasury in Ottawa with a letter stating the sum is money the government has rightfully received. The Finance Department acknowledged the receipt noting it is one of the largest such gifts in years.

Canada Treasury Ottawa Oatario Finance Department Dominion Treasury

FAMILY KILLED IN AUTO ACCIDENT REPORTED IN PARIS

New York dispatch says three telegrams from Paris announce the death of Mr and Mrs Ralph Moore of London and their infant child in an automobile accident. Mrs Broune, once Mary Benson, an New York actress, and the Moores were known in New York Philadelphia and Washington. An incident notes a trunk theft at Union Station with valuables stolen. A lease announcement covers the Adler corner at New York avenue and Seventh street for a new People’s drug store with plans for a grand, upscale shop ready by October.

New York R Watts Philadelphia Paris Ralph Moore London Broure NP Watts Jullia M Brumby Monroe Street Union Station Adler Corner Adler New York Avenue Seventh Street People’s Drug Store Gibbs Tas Capitol City Victor Adier Peppiss Thia Port J

Labor federation eyes unity as Carmen Brotherhood edges in

Frank Morrison secretary of the American Federation of Labor reports a near unanimous vote by the Brotherhood of Carmen to affiliate with the federation. The union represents workers from major rail systems and could apply for a charter once admitted, joining the Car Workers International Union already affiliated. The move prompts hopes for broader consolidation of railroad labor groups under the AFL. The federation plans to consider the action at its October meeting in this city.

Frank Morrison American Federation of Exbar Frm Brotherhood of Carmen Atlanta American Federation of Law Brotherhood of Carmen Com Prines Carmen Carworkere International’ Union Stoi Brotherhood Latte Federation Brothershood Morrison Atlantic Brotherhoods of Engl |Beers Conductlor The Trades and Labor Union of St Louis Electrical Workers Morrisen American Federation of Junbor Muler Mormon Miller

Booker T Washington Barred by Hotel in Akron

Special to The Washington Post. Akron Ohio September 18 Booker T Washington, leader of the negro race, could not secure lodging at the Buchtel Hotel. He planned two addresses at Strat Congregational Church. The Reverend Bowstead and Mr Ajdal attempted arrangements, but hotel and invitation plans shifted as Senator Dick arranged a residence invitation. conflicting hospitality led to Washington's entertainment at another hotel.

Washington Pont Akron Ohio Booker T Washington Buchtel Hotel Algon Strat Congregational Church Bow MrAjdal McArdal Washington West Wil McAydal

North Carolina items on train death suit and bond issues

The administrator of James Neal, a Black man killed four months ago by a train, sues Southern Railway Co. for 2500. In Winston, the supreme court will consider validity of 5000 improvement bonds authorized at a session. The issue was bought by a Western bond dealer who later refused the cash portion due to irregularities in the bill passage.

James Neal Southern Ralway Company Winston Supreme Part of North Carolina Hensum

Fatal auto relay ends in Reading with Buckley dead

The Philadelphia Press sponsored transcontinental relay from Philadelphia to Seattle ended tragically near Reading Pa when the first car wrecked killing reporter Henry L Buckley 24 and injuring several others including William Brown and William H Bohn. Chauffeur Clifford Ely and valet A Garter were lightly injured. The crash occurred after a rear tire failure as the car proceeded through Robeson a. Buckley a Lafayette College graduate was forward courier bearing a greeting from President Taft to Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition.

Reading Transportinental Philadelphia Seattle Wesh Philadelphia Press Kobpadhla Erg Henry L. Buckley The Press William Brown Wiliam H Bohn Acme Automobile Agency Clifford R. Ely A. Garter Robesonia Buckley Treller Taft Chilberg Reyburn

Honor Indians First Victim Memorial At Homes Creek

Special report describes a marble shaft monument near Homes Creek on the Watoga River marking the death of Jease Duncan, a white expedition party member killed by Indians. The memorial lists his name and the date of death, honoring the historical event and local tradition.

Washington Post Arlatol Tenn Historic Homes Creek Watoga River Jease Duncan Duncan Yndian Waetavga Ang Holston Gunean

PLAN TO WED FAILS Warrenton Lass and Washington Swan in Rockville

Special to The Wangington PF Rockville Ma Sept 18 A marital plan collapses when a pastoral letter of identification cannot be produced from Misa Teresa M Jones of Warrenton Virginia and Charles Spashatt of Washington D C They visit Rockville and return home without a knot tying The church priest Father Philip B McGuire declines to officiate under the cited circumstances.

Warrenton Washington Swan Rockville Wangington Misa Teresa M Jones Warrenton Va Charles Spashatt Washington ,D Rockvile Philip B McGuire St Marys Catholic Church

Richmond Postmaster Names Fuller Assistant in Richmond

The Richmond postmaster announced Asiah White Fuller 29 of Richmond as assistant postmaster with a $24 yearly salary. Fuller, son of Jerome H Fuller, is a Watt Democrat with no prior political activity. The appointment followed twelve applicants and support from the President and Postmaster General.

Washington Post Richmond Fuller Jerome H Fuller Kilkell

Ballinger Western Tour and Taft Meeting Report

Secretary Ballinger travels west with Washington officials to meet President Taft in Denver on a Western tour. Ballinger refuses to discuss Pinchot Ballinger controversy or Glavis dismissal and offers no clear view on Alaska coal land investigations. He declines to answer whether he will resign or discuss intentions with reporters.

Secretary of the Interior Baner Washington Denver Jres de ‘Taft Balliinger Louis R Glavis Alask Barecter Secretars Tel Ng Taye

Boatigad of Indians Drowned in Victoria Squall

Ra Rockw lighthouse keeper Eastman reported a collision and capsize during a five strength squall yesterday off Victoria British Columbia. One boat carried Indians to the scene with a winner and chutre presumed drowned while others were rescued. Authorities continue investigation into the incident and weather conditions at the time.

Boatigad Victoria British Columbia Eastman

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