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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1905

Page

21

Man Endures Grief Then Ends Life En Route to Asylum

A man in Middlesex County declared insane after the death of his wife, sought her grave then killed himself with morphine while on the way to Williamsburg asylum. He left notes and stated he could not live without her, choosing death over separation until his own dying moments.

Blade Willamsburg, Va Woods Washington Post Middlesex County Iandey Sethral Theylomoet Fletchera Yuty Gloucester County Hs Wuls

Father Obtains Daughter In Pennsylvania Kidnapping Case

Joseph Levins released after charges of kidnapping his daughter Sreeah Ta Womaton. He reportedly took the child at night, returning her home after a brief period, while details of the case mention the mother and other relatives. The report notes Levins faced questions from authorities and a court appearance followed.

Joseph Levins Pennsylvania Sreeah Strausus Trip Levins Obewevet Lontis Roy Doumred Lady Atort

Alvidente Death by Own Action in Mexico City

Fragmentary notes report a death by self-inflicted action involving an individual identified as Alvidente. The messy OCR shows scattered references to names, places, and possible affiliations while details remain unclear. Further readable text may confirm the circumstances and location of the incident.

Husband Murder Charge In Washington Farm Case

Relays describe Huss Sw lo and dismiss Ciuetown trial as 11 Hasirst wn lis ean for the murder. Rosa Bull and Higererean M1 sept 2y relate legal actions. Reilly Newell, a wealthy farmer, is named in the案 alongside Brock and others amid a sensational domestic murder case.

Oismiss Ciuetown Washington Tuluson Tomis Arsemie Tim Nist Rosa Ol BR Heivy Reily Null

Two Killed In Wreck Near Norfolk and Western

The crash killed engineer Jaime Ro Withy of Roanoke and another crewman. two others were badly burned and dying, while the responsible party remained unsettled as authorities investigated the rear end wreck. The Washington Post notes the incident alongside a separate community banking incorporation in Warrenton and a Williams drug store incident involving a seven year old boy fire-related shooting accident.

Cois Norfols Luvich du Bengineer Jaime Ro Withy Roinoke Tiremin Ketimi Washington Post Girlis Tuthners Drug Store Williams I

Tidewater Condemnation Concluded at Tidewater Hallway

Condemnation proceedings concluded after a three week survey by commissioners appointed by the Circuit Court to assess rights of way damages. The award totaled 5091 dollars against The Congre gated Re Corporation and 500 dollars to the owners of the Columbian Hotel property.

Seoula Tidewater Re + Corporation Columbian Hotel

Train Crash Kills Cumberland Engineer in Garrett County

Cumberland Maryland dispatch Sept 29 reports a West Virginia Central passenger train collided with a helper engine at Dodson Garrett County near Harrison West Virginia. Engineer Chenoweth Deffinbaugh aged 48 of Cumberland was killed Conductor Denton Buzzard and Baggagemaster William Fatkin were injured lightly. The helper engine and passenger train left the track but both engines stayed on rails. Dumbaughs body was brought to Cumberland later that afternoon.

Cumberland West Virginia Central Dodson Garrett County Harrison W Va Chenoweth Deffinbaugh Denton Buzzard William Fatkin Bassengers Dumbaughs

Newspaper Suspended In North Wilkesboro Paper Locked Up

The Journal weekly of North Wilkesboro was locked by Wilkes County sheriff after John Crouch left as publisher to take a secretary post for Congressman Blackburn. Crouch says Frank Greer, who has run the paper since, did not fulfill the contract and the outcome remains uncertain.

Washington Post Winston Salem N C The Journal North Wilkesboro Wilkes County Blackburn John Crouch Books &E Frank Greer Crouch Greer Washington Po Richmond Roosevelt Rauscher Washington John Murphy Trashlers Jackson City Commonwealth Crandal Mackey Circuit Court John Melson James la Fontaine Ieb Supplee Mackeys Olver & Liumback

Injured in trolley crash near Parkersburg va

A crowded Parkersburg Marietta and Interurban line car collided with an express baggage car six miles from Parkersburg. Motorman Johnston could not stop the runaway passenger car down the ten foot embankment. Fourteen people were injured, with several seriously hurt. Names include Thomas L Johnston and Charles Shields among others. The crash left cars smashed and passengers scattered.

Mary Washington Post Parkersburg Marietta Thomas L Johnston Partersburg Pasa Woo Weaver Lilzabeth Charles Johnson Kellar Wy Vales Beverly Ohio Wilber Fo Davis Cashier Union Trust and Depest Company Deby Aut Jacob S. Phelps

Return of Battle Flags to Confederate Commands

Montague accepts invitation to attend the annual session of the era Camp of Confederate Veterans in Virginia. He will speak at the Academy of Music and present battle flags returned by the national government to Virginia. Flags will be presented to the state by Congressman John Trump and received by the Governor and Grand Camp.

Cow Montague Wagilogtan Peterspurg Yat Montague Yirginta Academy of Music Virginia Virginia By the National Sovernment John Trump Wil Gov Willkaim EF Cameron Washington Richmond John W Daniel Academy Oz Music Democratia Committee Flood Belvidere Hall

Box Couches Offer Quick Clearance at Reduced Prices

The ad touts Box Couches suitable for small apartments and space limited homes. It advertises low prices from 8 to 10 dollars, with options for high grade full-size units and various coverings, noting factory surplus pieces from shortening materials.

The Last of the Go-carts

A seller offers the last eight to ten go carts at less than cost, claiming reliable make and good styles as the inventory is closed out.

Richmond Manchester city con solidation meeting discussed

Richmond and Manchester committees debated uniting the two cities with focus on finances and municipal utilities. Each side will submit statements, after a somber informal talk during which officials inspected public works and considered potential changes to governance and tax base.

Richmond Manchester Washington Post

Virginia Weddings in Staunton and Mint Spring

Staunton witnessed the marriage of Miss Sallie Shields, daughter of Mr George Shields, to Mr William Davis at the Shields home in Mint Spring, Augusta County, on Thursday at noon. Nearby, Mr Buster Castle, a U.S. Army soldier stationed at Fort Monroe, and Miss Fannie E Hatcher were married at the Palmary House and will spend a few days locally before joining Fort Monroe.

Staunton Sallie Shields George Shields William Davia John A Shields Mint Spring Augusta County Buster Castle United States Army Statlorea Fort Monres Fannie E Hatcher Palmaar Fort Monroe

Socialist nominees cleared for ballot in Washington County

Special to Ine Washington from Hagerstown Maryland September 29 1929 Washington County election supervisors decided with Attorney General Bryan to place socialist nominees on the ballot The law requires a party to poll 1 percent of total votes last election Only one socialist nominee met the threshold in Washington County last fall Diffenbaugh presidential elector likely on ballot Liberal construction cited In Annapolis a ruling allowed socialist state nominees to appear in every county this fall

Washington Hagerstown Washington County Bryan Diffenbaugh Maryland Annapolis Norinces

Father Magri Honored With Doctor of Divinity Degree

Richmond reports Father Joseph Magri chancellor of the Virginia diocese received the doctor of divinity from the American College in Rome. He studied at an unnamed institution five years ago and has since served at the cathedral after returning from Rome. A reception is planned on his return to Redmond around October, with details tied to his Naples to Boston travel.

American College Rome Virginia Secial Washington Post Richmond Joseph Magri van de Veer Europe American College In Father Magri Uns Father Magr Cather Magri Redmond Naples Boston

Roanoke Fair Closes After Riding Matches and Races

Roanoke fair closes after a day of events with ladies riding prizes awarded. Charles Haden placed second, Louise Price third, R I Roop fourth, Frances Lor reine Henry also noted. Prof Comer won the men’s riding, Robert Jones second. Running races included Cabin Roy first, Gunston second, Catadula third. 134 216 pace race Hille won with Vinnie Thompson and John placing. Time 2 15.

Washington Roanoke Charles Haden Louise Price Butetourt R I Roop Christiansburg Frances Lorreine Henry Prof Comer Robert Jones Cabin Roy Gunston Jiim Bayard Montana Guard Kenneth Mae Hille Vinnie Thompson John

Orange County Hunt Opens with Three Races at Holton State

The Orange County Hunt of New York plans its opening meet at Holton State on Oct 18. Three races are scheduled: a one mile half-breed and thoroughbred mare and gelding event. a steeplechase for four year olds with purses and weights. and a two and a half mile steeplechase for mares and geldings four years and up, with winner and place prizes.

Srecul Washington Por Vearrenton Orange County Hunt of New York Holton Mars Gerlings

First Gun in Page County Opens Republican Campaign

In Luray Virginia on September 2 Captain William P Kent of Wytheville, nominee for lieutenant governor, and Hubert W Blair of Wythe County, former constitutional convention members, addressed a Page County crowd. John Broaddus introduced Kent, praised the white Republican party, noted Democratic bitterness in the canvass, and Kent spoke of his party’s service and past political ties as attendees applauded.

Washington Post Luray Page County William P Kent Wytheville Hubert W Blair Wythe County John Broaddus Page Kent Republian Virginia Spairs Constitutional Kent For Many Jails 1 P Omin Rt Demo~crat Southwest Vic Ball Wea Bfl Blair

Lassiter Returns to Stump in Virginia Campaign

Democratic and Republican leaders across Virginia mobilize for the November election. Lassiter reenters campaigning after health recovery, delivering Halifax speech and planning Charlottesville appearance, while Gov Montague headlines Saluda and Christiansburg stops. Deggleston and Eggeston join party efforts with education focus and appearances alongside Flood in Rocky Mount Franklin County.

Spec T Washington Post Richmond Commonwealth Lewis Lassiter Halifax Charlottesville Gov Montague Saluda Christiansburg Emporia Eilyson Joseph Deggleston Eggeston Rocky Mount Franklin County Congressman Flood

Norfolk factions resume war in county politics

The Norfolk Sheriff A C Cromwell ally wins county chairmanship as the Straight-out faction dominates the new committee with six members. A protest against the committee’s permanent organization follows a call for a rehearing of Norfolk County contested elections. Also reported are a death in Louisville and a severe train injury in Danville with a man’s leg severed but condition listed as favorable. The Sunday Post promises a 54 page issue tomorrow.

Washington Norfolk Ce Cromwell M Tunis J F Tatem Democratic State Central Committee Norfolk County State Central Committee

Maryland Obituary Notices Prompt Baltimore Deaths

Henry James Gillson son of the late William D Gill a lumber dealer died at 9 o clock this morning in Baltimore Edward J Bartlett a member of Bartlett Haywani Colton founders of the city died here aged ninety nine years Carrie A Wire former Cumberland resident and St Johns Lutheran Church member died at Grafton Va aged forty later Sarah R Taylor died at her home near Beyde after three weeks illness from old age aged eighty four years.

Baltimore Henry James Gillson William D Gill Edward J. Bartlett Bartlett Haywani & Colton Cumberland Carrie A Wire St Johns Lutheran Church Grafton Ogden Boyde Sarah R Taylor Beyde Internal Revenue Virginia Abingdon Summers Washington Street Rabbi Gross Cheinnath King Street West End Henry W Brooks Wheeling W Va George W Bontz Barry Riddleberger

Henderson Nominated for Delegate in Republican Rally Planned

John B Henderson, son of former senator, nominated at a Schuler's Hall meeting as the Alexandria County GOP delegate candidate. A rally at the opera house was planned for October 16 with Secretary Shaw and others expected to attend. Judge Lewis may join efforts to mobilize voters before November 7.

Opera House Shaw Judge Lewis Mackey Ashington Post Bureau King Street Alexandria V House of Delegates Schuler John B Henderson Alexandria County Frank M Phillips William CC Shelley Ballston Shelley Old Dominion Herbert C Graves Phillips Henderson W H P Kelly Democratic Nominee “ Henderson Missouri Wil Jacob Yost Staunton L Lo Lewis

Alexandria Post small ads offer services and notices

Merchants and residents of Alexandria are urged to place business announcements in The Post. The page lists banks, lumber and millwork firms, real estate brokers, clothing and hat shops, hotels, printers, jewelers, and various services. It notes Mrs. Maggie Hepburn ill, W A Smoot coal orders, and local business promotions across King Street and North Union and Lee streets.

Alexandria Virginian Safe Deposit and Trust Corporation Duke and Henry Virginia North Union Street North Lee Street Georgetown Aqueduct Bridge Little Rive District of Columbia M B Harlow & Co Real Estate South Warrax Si

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