Colored Bishop Ferguson to Head Liberia Diocese in Richmond
The missionary prelate Bishop S D Ferguson will occupy the chancel seat at St Pauls Richmond. Consecrated in 1885, he has long served in West Africa and becomes the first African American to sit as a member of the Episcopal General Convention.
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Nepal
RY Rey
Ferguson
Issionary
Cape Palmas
MODEL HUSBAND COOKS A TALE OF TEMPERANCE AND PROWESS
A fragmentary report describes Somana Christie Temerance Caton asserting Bo trek TN 4 Heavi mushand ef Cnt we Timas Abas Mian HU Kennedy. A vine rotator and a cleer anemeesteon echo a game of mar fit while a crowd reacts to a heated scene. The text hints at a domestic tableau with Mrs Hillie in the weeds and Mrs Hillie at an eri as Mr HL stays in the kitchen.
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Cleer
Mar
Uae
Hillie
Woman Cleared in Parkersburg Husband Killing
A coroner's jury absolved a woman of responsibility for her husband's death in Parkersburg. Testimony described brutal marital abuse, leading to the shooting being deemed justifiable. The defendant was released.
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Manhington
Lark” Aire
Tad
Herbert Fitzgerald
Endurance motor boat race in Alexandria underway
The race between the Kindo and the Mac rotor boats is set for today from Prince Street to Marshall Hall and back, with a prize of one hundred dollars. William E Moore and R Hice Emerson own the vessels, and spectators flock to the riverfront as businessmen sponsor aquatics in this early event. A large crowd is anticipated if weather holds.
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Wasiliniton Post Bureau
I Klak Street
Alexandeia
Wiener Valllain Gryait
Vic Tinerann
Acconda
D Montier
THM
Will Open Silke Factory In Alexandria Hosiery Move
A company from Mekwen City would set up a new silk factory at the main west corner of Wilkes and Hite streets in Alexandria. They expect to hire many girls and women, plan to install machinery, and will send experts to train workers. The project awaits court and Commerce Chamber assurances before expansion.
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Alexandria Hosiery
Maina
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Alexandria
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Mandamus Ordered On Maryland Primary Returns
In Cumberland Maryland on September 27 court actions target the Republican primary results. The judge issues a writ directing the Lowndes county committee members and election officials to convene October 1 at 10 AM to count and certify all precinct returns, with costs assessed. The ruling prompts further court steps and questions about party figures involved.
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Washington
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Lowndes
Board of Election Supervisors
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Tilea
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F Wallworth
Forts
Una Hambright
Board of Election
Aysandle
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Cot Pearre
Serious Fall At Hurdles In Petersburg Hunt Meet
The Riverside Club grounds near Petersburg hosted a two mile hurdle event with about 500 spectators including Gov Swanson. Hunter J B Fenneybough of Blacksburg fell at a hurdle, breaking his collarbone. The event drew many entries and a local contingent of dignitaries watched from the grand stands.
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Petersburg Vn
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Dinwiddie County
Petersburg
JB Fenneybough
Blackeburg
de Fenneybougn
Orange, Va
Algie Craven
Greenwood
Brat
Richmond
I Carter
Manchester
Harry W Sprattey
Elbiron
B Randolph
Charlottes Vile
Trial Ends Night Session In Lillie Davis Murder Case
A night court session in Johnson City concluded with the case against the defendant proceeding to the jury. Prosecution and defense clashed over the victim’s alleged immoral character as witnesses for both sides testified. The judge and attorneys argued the admissibility of testimony while contemporaries defended Davis's reputation amid a tense atmosphere. The trial resumes tomorrow morning with jurors awaiting verdict.
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Johnson City
Lillie Davin
Mpertt
No Money in Satchel in Maryland Robbery Case
A report from Hagerstown and surrounding counties details a theft case involving a man charged with lien and theft of cash from a local bank and individuals. The suspect, linked to a Moss family robbery, is said to have attempted to hide money in a satchel brought from Berkeley Springs to Washington. Investigations note a shipment by express and the use of an iron safety bag. Authorities in Morgan, Washington, and Berkeley Springs pursue the case with arrest records and alleged accomplices.
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United States Express
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Bedford County
Jerry S.aland
Cacapon
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State to appeal Southern Railway probe ruling
Special to The Washington Fort Raleigh N C September 2. Gov Glenn the corporation commissioners and Attorneys Aycock Shepherd Winston and Woodward held a long conference on the next step in the Southern Railway rate investigation. The Special Master ruled the inquiry ends June 29. the State seeks to extend and appeals to Judge Pritchard. Attorne y Aycock and Woodward discussed the phase of the investigation with Judge Montgomery.
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Death by self in Maryland villa lone retiree
Hagerstown Maryland Sept a sixty five year old Baltimore businessman, I H Converse, spending summers at Buena Vista near Pen Mur, shot himself in the head in the cottage library. He was unmarried and reportedly despondent. Coroner Skinner deemed no inquest necessary after viewing the body.
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Alleged Slayer Faints In Inquest At McKeesport
Marie Rizzo brandished a crucifix and two bloody shirts from Frederick Jordan’s alleged double murder scene to confront him at the coroner’s inquest in McKeesport. Jordan, accused of the September 1 stabbing deaths of John Risto and Pasquello Rizza, fainted as his mother shouted Italian curses.
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Wife's Love Worth 25000 Verdict in Alienation Case
In Cincinnati Frankfort Ky Sept 27 the federal court jury returned a verdict for 26000 damages for alienation of affection in the suit Clarence Thomas versus W Grady. The testimony described the defendant as a prominent horsem an, and the case involved life insurance and social collateral.
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Renegeeen
Frankfort, Ky
Clarence Thomas
Cincinnati
W. Grady
Grady
Toledo, St Louis and Western Sinks Chicago and Alton Purchase
Directors voted to sink the purchase of the Chicago and Alton railroad from Rock Island interests. Immunity from the Standard Oil investigation was promised, and a full report on the line’s physical condition was deemed satisfactory. Unification with Iowa Central and other roads aims to create direct links among Detroit St. Louis Kansas City and Chicago.
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Strike at McKinley tomb halts work in Canton
Workers at the McKinley monument site in Canton demand a 30 cent daily wage increase. Harrison Granite Company president William Harrison refuses, leaving about twenty-seven workers unpaid while the schedule nears completion. Secretary Cortelyou visited Canton to finalize Monday’s dedication program with Justice Day.
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Ohio
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SAVES LIBERTY STATUE IN NEAR BLAST INCIDENT
Special to The Wanhingtan cre New York Sept 27 an explosion which would have caused great damage was averted by Private Eclantin who was detailed as chief, cool Thursday morning when Bekman found dynamite in a bin under the Statue of Liberty. Dynamite was set for blasting old masonry as part of base repairs. A Paris Ghan tay employed by the Army directed blasting. The youth questioned by Asp Burnell denied guilt but was expelled for the good of the service.
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Guardsmen to Go on Trip to Harpers Ferry Camp
Company G of the District National Guard plans a camping trip to Harpers Ferry after winning full attendance honors previously. The mounted unit departs at 4 PM for Frederick Md, with 35 men, first night at Rockville, wagons led by First Lieut WA Duvall, and a return trip planned to Frederickburg, Va later in fall or spring.
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Flagler Not Ill In Office Predicts Financial Strain
Henry M. Flagler, vice president of Standard Oil, denied illness reports and spoke from his New York office. He warned that the money market will likely worsen before improving and said extension work on the Florida Boat Coast Roostroad would stop January 1 unless conditions improve.
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Diamonds Stolen From Mrs Foster in Washington Apartment
A woman reported in Northwest Washington that diamonds valued at $1500 were taken by a man posing as a telegraph inspector who entered her Eighteenth Street Kalorama Avenue residence yesterday afternoon. The thief, about 30, medium build, 5 10, wore mustache and distinctive teeth. five diamond rings were seized during the robbery. Police investigate. Cartoonist Gresinger Dead in Kenosha after long illness.
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Foster
Beater Caye
Confesses Killing Woman in Chicago Home Murder
Richard Walter, a Black man, confessed to murdering Mrs Lilian White Grant last week by strangling her in her bed with an under vest tied around the neck. He described breaking in, forcing a window, placing a knee on the victim’s chest, and taking her money before fleeing to Springfield. He was arrested yesterday by Springfield police and suspected in another nearby case. The crime occurred near Gary as the victim returned home from visiting her father.
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Springfield
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Gary
Watton
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Fife declines Lipton challenge under old New York rules
London report states Royal Irish Yacht Club will cable New York Yacht Club a reply to its resolution declining Sir Thomas Lipton’s challenge for the American Cup. Fife refuses to design under the old rules, but would create a ninety foot cruising yacht for the challenge, and the decision follows a long conference with Willan Fife. The Field comments temperately on the dispute.
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America
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Severe terms for Moors imposed after Casablanca unrest
The article reports terms set for the Moorish tribes around Casablanca and for the Moroccan government after recent disturbances. A special indemnity of 109 00% among tribes funds Casablanca improvements, with Morocco paying France for damages to French interests and other nations drafting similar claims. Dr Alheon to preach tomorrow on church and labor unions in ocean liner context.
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National milk inspection push seeks interstate dairy oversight
Washington investigations into dairies and creameries urge Congress to authorize a national dairy product inspection under interstate commerce powers. Secretary Wilson would inspect farms, stores, and creameries for disease risks, with potential extension of the pure food law to include dairy products.
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Bombs Terrify Chicago Gambler District Amid Citywide Attacks
In Chicago a wave of violent incidents targets gambling rivals and buildings along South Clark Street. A ninth blast damaged the Morrigan Building and nearby structures while authorities note repeated attacks since a crackdown. Separately Railway clerks in Ohio vote to strike over a new working agreement as tension climbs across transport ranks.
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