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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1909
Page
42
A local club plans an aquatic observation and preliminary meet on the Potomac River as the eastern branch proves an ideal site. The event aims to attract nearly 100 craft and includes talks by organizers and officials at a nearby location.
A damaged OCR record describes a crowd reaction as fourteen men are led toward execution by guillotine. The fragmentary text mentions several names and a grim scene, with onlookers and the condemned awaiting the scaffold.
Boscia to The Washington Bouth Boston Va Sept 2 bride Myrtle Hel sen Bruce daughter of Alexander Bruce of Berry Hill held as ancestral Bruce home. Richard T Crane 44 of Cranes 1 Crane United States minister to China attended. ceremony by Rev C W Maxwell and Rev Arthur Kinsolving. Crane party from Chicago and New York arrived by Rainbow. After reception guests planned trip to Northern cities then San Francisco and voyage to Peking for honeymoon.
Harcen England September 2 A verdict of temporary insanity was delivered by the coroners jury on Mira Lawrence Pern dying September 1. Perin, husband of the Philadelphia paper's daughter, testified in a broken voice he last saw Mrs Pern in Paris June 2 and she hoped America would aid her. He denied any threat or motive, saying there was no reason for her to take her life and that she feared pretending to America. The coroner summarized that Pern spoke plainly about his relationship with his wife, and the jury expressed deep sympathy for him.
Boston Sept 2. Rownasvutt last mate ryivor of the late PT Barnum famous midget troupe and a 23 year veteran of the dwarf act died at his Dorchester home aged 9 years. May Nutt, known as the brother of Commodore Rutt, built a real estate business. He traveled with Barnum’s troupe and was part of an American Building at Qinto Op n Q lo Fern exposition opening attended by President Alfaro and American commissioner Ernest H Wands.
A vast Washington turnout at Benning Road for the Irish fair drew thousands despite rain worries. The event featured athletic contests led by Martin Sheridan and John Flanagan, a popularity vote with many candidates, German village displays, music by Irish pipers, and plans to fund a home for the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Delegations from multiple states were expected as the fair ends with trophies and proceeds designated for the AOH Washington home.
A delegation from southwestern State officials traveled nearly 200 miles across New Jersey by car, praising the state’s roadwork. Gov Fort and Mr Lower spoke on good roads benefiting farmers as they proceeded toward the more mountainous north. Col Frederik Glkyson and EC Meeker guided the trip on high quality gravel turnpike routes and budget costs.
A violent street car strike riot in Omaha left a bystander shot and seriously wounded two motor men. One man possibly fatally hurt, another less seriously injured, as strikebreakers clashed with rioters after dark near the car barn at Twenty Fourth and Vinton. Police intervened to halt the pitched battle as switch truncheons flashed and cars were damaged.
The Independence League withdrew from the allied anti Tammany fusion conference saying it would not barter for office. The move is seen as a setback to the anti Tammany coalition, with the fusion candidate for mayor to be announced tomorrow.
The Japan Society of New York hosted a dinner at the Hotel Astor in honor of Prince and Princess Kuni, during their Hudson Fulton celebration visit. Speakers included Gen Ward, Dr Lyman Abbott, K Mat sui, and Loomis, with Seth Low and Gen Wood greeting the prince representing the Emperor of Japan and the United States Army.
Howard University started the 42nd scholastic year with large enrollment after an informal address by Rev Dr W P Thirkield. About 1a new students enrolled yesterday and about 30 members of last year’s classes reported, with more first year scholars to join soon.
A crowd at the Arlington Hotel toasted General Burdet, hero of the Alaska coast wreck, recounting the Ohio disaster and the Nordica rescue. Veterans and Loyal Women Legion hosted a reception with speeches praising the general’s courage and a long guest list of military and civic figures.
At the first fall meeting of the Business High School Alumni Association executives held at the Chamber of Commerce rooms on a Tuesday afternoon, committees were appointed and plans for an active winter campaign outlined. Officers reported July reports received and policies discussed. new officers installed and a strong demand for first class positions noted for the summer.
A Chicago man identified as James G Stickney shot himself in New Jersey after prior forgery arrests. The accompanying woman Lucy Elmer claimed they planned marriage. Papers show Stickney and Pauline Schweder were married in Chicago and that he sought a divorce in South Dakota. Letters reveal family ties and a teen granddaughter due in September.
Robert Hoe aged 0 head of Ro Hoe & Co printing press manufacturers of New York and London died here today after a short illness He had been in London several weeks on his annual business trip He suffered an acute attack of kidney trouble ten days ago.
The Post Office Department plans a fresh coat of green paint for about 12 000 letter boxes nationwide. Sealed proposals to supply the paint will be received until October 6. Issues include selecting a paint durable across varying climates to avoid peeling and rust.
Judge Filbert Gary chairman of the board of forestry of the United States Steel Corporation arrived in New York from Europe aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm II. He said he had been in France England and Spain and reported improving business conditions. Foreigners showed growing interest in American securities and a desire to acquire them. He noted abundant money in France and suggested the French would invest heavily in American prospects.
State Department reorganizes its division with Knox as head to oversee foreign press analysis. The unit focuses on automatic correspondence and reporting on government police abroad and reflected public policy questions.
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