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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1909

Page

19

Diplomatic Reception Marred by Rain at Governors Island

A rain soaked reception for diplomats at Governors Island disrupted by heavy downpours. Turkish, Chinese, and South American envoys suffered ruined attire, umbrellas failed, and officials crowded for shelter as officials led guests through the drenched grounds.

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Fragmented obituary notice with unreadable OCR lines

An obituary fragment appears with scattered letters and torn text from a historic page. Readable names and dates are missing, leaving only partial phrases and garbled words across multiple lines.

Wright and Curtiss Display Early Tower Flight Promises

Journal notes Wright and Curtiss plan to show New York a sample of possible skyscraper flight as wind tests and early tethered flights over the city are attempted. Photographers capture the moment from many angles while crowds and officials observe the demonstrations from Roosevelt Island.

Ted Wolbie Wright Clana Isiry Gusernora Rodrom Uda Wright Lesery Ines Mewsnape Phos Riple Opysseil Cutizs Boli Thaselind Wubur Thescrapers Wien Bons

Burglar Suspect Escapes Police Court in Brooklyn

Newark report notes George Parry alias William Harrison, held on burglary charges after forcing entry at 799 Putnam Avenue, reportedly escaped from the spa and remains at large. Police found a farewell message in his cell. The case reflects ongoing investigations by local authorities.

Hudson-Fulton Washington Post Newark Alph Avenue Brooklyn George Parry Wiliam Harrison ‘Couard Putnam Avenue Huon Fulton

Parades and banquets mark international show event

Crowds lined the route as sailors and foreign officers mingled with American hosts. Diplomats discussed politics amid cheers and parade pageantry. Citizens hosted dinners with Gov Hughes and Gov Fort among guests, while officials toasted visitors at the Bronx casino banquet.

Frederick A Gov Hughes New York Gov Fort New Jersey Wight Uptown Casino Bronx

Widow May Clear Mystery in Nelson Case

Willimk Savage coroner of Suffolk county is to conclude his inquest into the death of Irving A Nelson, a politician killed after leaving a dance in Central Islip. Gertrude Lupke, a state hospital attendant, who accompanied Nelson to Bay Shore, will be recalled with August Schwartz, a Nelson boarder and witness. Nelson’s widow Bre Nelson, the principal witness, has promised to testify despite counsel advice.

Shecwle Washington York Willim Savage Suffolk County Irving Nelson Central Stip Gertrude Lupke State Hospital For the Insane Bay Shore August Schwartz Salen Bre Nelson Schwartz

Speed in Harris trial leads to justifiable murder ruling

Warrenton Virginia September report on the Harris trial over the shooting death of W A Thompson associate editor of the Warrenton Virginian. Prosecution argued deliberate murder and attempted coercion while defense claimed self-defense after Thompson attacked Harris over unpaid debt. Proceedings show ongoing testimony and arguments with a jury expected by Thursday.

Rosecutor Cluuma Wichup Warrenton Washington Post J D Har W A. Thompson Warrenton Virginian Morrow Commonwealth Attor J . C Kelly Psan Byrd Coun Harris Thomps Harris Thompson

Peary Paper Details Instructions With Murphy At Annatok Etah Stores

Commander Peary described clear instructions with Boatswain Murphy about supplies at Annatok and Etah. He said no public release of those instructions would occur and noted De Caplin needed assistance. Peary attended a reception at Gen Hubbards with Bar members and Harbor colony figures offering congratulations.

Harry ‘Whitney Peary Boatswain Murphy Annatok Murphy de Caplin Gen Witney Storey Peacy Cook MD Whitnes Mo Whitney Cao

Marriage Licenses Listed From Various Locales

A lengthy Ledger of names appears detailing individuals licensed to marry in multiple counties and towns. The list includes Tomas Ungshead, Nelly A Latter, Mary Euler, Rev Toh Bove, Thad ve, Carrie Mt, James Stewart, and numerous others alongside ages, places like Felon Ohio Baltimore Md Hinton Oriskar, and associations with churches or counties. The document reads as a compilation of expected nuptial licenses issued to persons across regions with occasional notes on surnames and residences.

Tomas Ungshead Felon Ohio Githone Nelly Fey Atursts Miltelt Pacusie Hanke Lathan Samern Baltheare Buleton Monroe Patter Tee Wright Foveut Asarson Pradertekebung Melange Fin Iim Ieney 3 Baltimore the Rev Toh Bovenbeerae Rice Hinton Wota Vaere Wilum Snaxten Browdan James Stewart Ant Jessie C Meredith Alphonso Adalvon Pearl J SL ‘Gerrotiiers Tur Jeenin Petterso Falas Lisaes Armerong Ang Saomie Jackson the Rev Jamie William Janae Ellen G ‘Creene Joseph Watthens

Health Office Record of Torn and Born Names

A long OCR fragment lists numerous given names and surnames with implied birth or death notes. It mentions Thomas and Marie Trodden JP boy Samuel and Mamie Jovee, several other families, and a sequence of births and deaths. Hospitals named include Government Hospital and Providence Hospital. Ages range from infants to elderly, with scattered place hints and partial addresses. The garbled text preserves many personal names and a few events, highlighting a community record of births and deaths.

Peary aide Whitney recounts Dr Cook affair details

The account describes Whitney’s actions during the Dr Cook episode, including handling of documents, instruments, and belongings on the Roosevelt. It notes instructions to Murphy, Cook’s planning, Whitney’s decisions to separate property, and Peary’s cautious stance toward returning items and the Eskimo liaison.

Whitney Wesmos Plata Teary Cagk Irving Home Peary Ta Coo Roosevelt Dr Cook Robert Bartlett Bum Cave Pearys House Lelumas Covuks House Annotock

Jerome Files His Petition for Reelection

Jerome files candidacy petition with the bureau of elections to seek another term. An independent nominating petition requires no minimum names. Jerome submitted 5000 signatures endorsed by independent voters and forwarded by Attorney William Travers Jerome.

New York William Travers Jerome Bureau of Sections Jeromp

Sealed Skin Food Claim Into Peary Dispute

Special to The Washington Fest reports Dr Frederik A Souk testifying on dinner skin eating by Eskimos and the Peary vs Cook dispute. He says the Eskimos supplied food finds Sverdrup camps and notes Peary challenged Cook on records and instruments. Witnesses Rasmussen and Gov ernor of Upernavik support Cook’s statements and recount the polar journey claims and evidence diet.

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