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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1909
Page
12
On Sept 21 a vast fleet assembled in New York harbor as British and German naval units arrived for ceremonies. A grand display of ships and flags framed a visit by a Dutch minister and allied leaders, signaling heightened tensions and preparation for escort duties in Wilmington.
The trial of James Fari of Charleston, once a liquor sealer and brewer, begins on charges tied to former State dispensary leadership. Indictments accuse him and Barnum, with other defendants across bribery and conspiracy cases. Defense seeks to quash counts claiming common law backing superseded by statute. judge Memminger overrules.
A Washington Post summary notes that on September 4 a patient in the county, identified as a colored woman, was recovered this afternoon following an incident in which Petlagra at Winston Salem Speake Washington Post Wootou balrm oN.
Brooklyn delegates refused to fuse on the borough ticket as the fusion committee failed to reach a decision. The subcommittee will reconvene tomorrow with little chance of harmony and the Republican city convention is expected to nominate a ticket Thursday night. Names discussed included Charles Whitman Henry L Stimson William M Ivins Job B Hedges and William J Bennet.
Elmer, wanted for forgery, was taken at Jersey City station with a blonde woman he planned to marry. Detected baggage checks were being completed when he drew a revolver and killed himself instantly, the woman offering little information about his link to Memphis and the alleged crime.
New York report notes Mrs. W K Vanderbilt Jr leased Wheatley Hills Westbury NY while husband remains at Great Neck. A formal separation agreement reportedly drawn by their lawyers covers finances custody of children Muriel and William K. Vanderbilt. No meeting has occurred between the couple for nearly a year.
Counsel for the league decided they will not oppose the opening of saloons. Applications for licenses will be heard tomorrow. The hearing debated whether non listed voters could vote, with the court ruling otherwise.
The Most Office Department invites sealed proposals to supply green paint for 120000 letter boxes nationwide. Specifications request durable coating to resist rust and peeling, with bids due October 6. Suitability of paints for box enclosures remains a key concern across regions.
At the first fall meeting of the executive committee of the Bisnes High School Alumni Association, plans for an active winter campaign were outlined. Officers installed July 2 were announced, committees on nominations, finance, entertainment, press, and publicity were chosen, and the association prepared for a busy year. Thomas Grant reported continued demand for teachers and class positions, leading to outside applications in some cases.
The Board approves moving the Armstrong Manual Training School business department to a brick addition at Sixth and Trumbull. Principal, assigned five teachers, offering two courses for two and four years. The program trains clerks, bookkeepers, and stenographers to prepare graduates for business careers in Washington. Enrollment listed at 86, expected to rise to 159. entry through old Mott schoolhouse.
Magnate Duke of the American Tobacco Company donates 270000 to Trinity College to build two identical exterior twin structures connected by a tower costing 200000. The gift includes five new professors and 81,000 acres of land, with Duke's prior gifts swelling total support to over 160000. The project expands the college’s campus in Durham.
Ad copy proclaims Grape-Nuts as a true brain and nerve food made from whole wheat and barley. It asserts the product nourishes the gray matter and nerve centers with quickly absorbed elements of vital energy. The promotion references The Road to Wellville for support.
The South American Fruit and Steamship Company plans expansion along both coasts of Ecuador trading in bananas oranges and coconuts. Details outline capital stock and future operations for the banana trade and regional shipping routes.
Borham Namibia Sept. 2 15S. Orcarde Terry a Cambridge educated medical missionary says African natives cure pellagra with an aerivorous treatment and claims doctors are testing the remedy. He asserts Africans experience higher success and that British doctors have not treated pellagra as a major danger.
Secretary Knox appoints newspaper man Philly Patchin as head of the Information Division of the State Department. The division will collect important diplomatic correspondence for foreign service printing. Patchin will review the foreign press to report on reflected union and governmental policy abroad on U S concerns.
The second session of the eleventh annual American Hospital Association conference gathered over 160 delegates from Canada, Honolulu, Germany and England at the Willard Hotel Washington. Lieut Col Arthur compared military and civil hospital management noting military hospitals’ stricter governance and the higher standards possible under paternal government backing.
The New Willard hosted the Military Surgeons Association meeting to finalize arrangements for the annual convention in October. Attendees included Navy Medical Director Boyd, Lt J A Ta, Captain W L Palas, and US Surgeon General staff, with delegates expected from foreign countries. The item also notes the engagement of Miss Mare Strall Palmer to Edward S Duvall of Washington.
W A Barnett, age 85, of Sprinefield Clark County Ohio, praises Duffy s Pure Malt Whiskey as a tonic for old age. He writes it keeps him vigorous and active, noting he has used whiskey mainly as medicine in combination with other articles. Barnett shares his positive testimony on the product s benefits for his condition.
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