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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1905
Page
43
A devastated husband, declared insane, sought his wife after her death and took morphine en route to Williamsburg asylum. He died soon after in a woods graveside vigil, while friends and court records note unsound mind and a fatal spree tied to grief and a failing marriage.
Joseph Levins is released after being charged with kidnapping his daughter Sreeah Ta Womaton. The incident occurred late at night when Levins allegedly took the child from her home. Authorities say he planned to return the girl, but the case details remain under review with family and legal proceedings ongoing.
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In Warrenton Virginia on September 2 a wreck killed engineer Jaime Ro Withy of Roanoke and seriously injured a passenger and several others. The front train struck another lingering at the station causing engines and cars to be damaged. Local officials have not yet placed full responsibility for the incident.
After a three week series, Tidewater Hallway condemnation commissioners appointed by the Circuit Court assessed rights of way and damages. The Congress United Corporation faced $5091, and the owners of the Columbian Hotel property were awarded $500.
Cumberland Sept 29 The West Virginia Central passenger train leaving at 7 struck a helper engine at Dodson near Harrison W Va. Engineer Chenoweth Deffinbaugh 48 of Cumberland was killed Conductor Denton Buzzard and Baggagemaster William Fatkin were injured lightly The helper engine jumped the track crew escaped The injured were thrown but none seriously hurt Dumbaughs body was brought home this afternoon.
Special to The Washington Post Winston Salem N C Sept 29 The office of the Journal a weekly paper pub lished in North Wilkesboro was locked up today by the sheriff of Wilkes County a few months ago when he accepted the secretaryship to Congressman Blackburn John Crouch the publisher leased his newspaper outfit subscription books and other items to Frank Greer who has since that time been issuing the paper Crouch claims that Greer has not complied with the contract It is not known what will be the outcome of the affair.
Fourteen people were injured when a Parkersburg Marietta Interurban trolley collided with an express baggage car six miles from Parkersburg. Motorman Thomas L Johnston tried to stop the speeded car but could not. passengers were hurled down a ten foot embankment and between seats. Names and injuries varied from internal damage and cuts to fractures and bruises across Parkersburg, Marietta, and nearby towns.
Montague today accepted an invitation to attend the annual session of the Confederate Veterans Camp in Virginia. He will speak at the Academy of Music and present battle flags returned from the national government to Virginia. Congressman John Trump will present the flag to the State in a ceremony with the Grand Camp and Gov Willkaim EF Cameron.
The text promotes Box Couches ideal for apartments with limited space. It notes in-house manufacturing, multiple coverings, and low prices including a full-size model for $10 and quick clearance units at $8. The offer emphasizes comfort and value with factory surplus stock recently produced.
The ad notes only eight to ten go cart patterns remain and are being closed out at less than cost. It promises reliable make and good styles, stressing liquidation of remaining stock.
Richmond and Manchester city committees met to discuss merging the two cities. They examined financial conditions and ownership of public utilities with formal statements to follow. The Richmond group visited Manchester to inspect its public works as part of the inquiry.
Staunton notes on marriage of Sallie Shields daughter of George Shields to William Davis at her uncle John A Shields home in Mint Spring Augusta County on Thursday at noon Also Buster Castle a U S Army soldier stationed at Fort Monroe wed Miss Fannie E Hatcher at the Palmer House and the couple planned a short stay here before heading to Fort Monroe
Washington County election supervisors, advised by Attorney General Bryan, decide to place Socialist nominees on the ballot. The law requires a party to poll 1 percent at the last election. in Washington County only one Socialist candidate met the threshold last fall. Bryan urges liberal construction. Maryland decisions vary by state and county. Montgomery County names new Democratic State Central Committee members with Robert G Hulton as chairman and replacements for longtime leaders.
Virginia prelate Father Joseph Magri, chancellor of the diocese, received the doctor of divinity degree from the American College in Rome. He studied at Uns famous institution, graduated five years ago, and has served at the Richmond cathedral since returning from Rome. A reception is planned on his return to Redmond around October, with travel details including Naples and a Casopic September departure, and arrival in Boston on October 2.
Roanoke fair concludes after a meeting with ladies riding events and prizes. Charles Haden finished second, Louise Price third, R I Roop fourth, Frances Lor reine Henry fifth in rides. Prof Comer won the gentlemen’s riding. Robert Jones second. Running race for three eighths mile paid $100 with Cabin Roy first, Gunston second, Catadula third. Trot for $400 saw Jim Bayard win, Montana Guard second, Kenneth Mae third, Big Dey fourth. Pace event of $400 with Hille winning, Vinnie Thompson and John third. Time around 2 15.
The Orange County hunt of New York announces its opening meet on October 18 at Holton State. Three races are listed: mares and geldings one mile half, purse 156. steeplechase two miles for four years and under with weights. steeplechase two and a half miles. Winners receive 70, 20, and 25. News also reports Meyerdale fair proceeds, a residence fire near Limeton, and the Suffolk horse race results with Annie B winning three of four heats.
In Luray Virginia on September 2, Capt William P Kent of Wytheville, nominee for lieutenant governor, and Hubert W Blair of Wythe County spoke at the Republican campaign kickoff. John Broaddus of Luray introduced them. Kent praised the white Republican party and criticized Democrats in the campaign, noting many Democrats in attendance. The event drew applause, a large crowd, and many ladies in attendance. Kent, son of former Governor Kent, and Blair, son of the late Attorney General Blair, were highlighted as prominent Southwest Virginia figures.
Washington Post report from Richmond details Lassiter resuming political activity as a Democratic stump and debate figure ahead of the November election. Governors Montague and other leaders plan speeches in Halifax Charlottesville Richmond and Emporia while Democrats push for gains in state offices.
Norfolk County SHERIFF A. C. Cromwell who helped defeat the straight-out candidate for clerk of the courts was elected county chairman. The six straight-out members organized the committee, with two present. A formal notice sought rehearing by the Democratic State Central Committee of Norfolk County contested elections and a reversal of its prior decision. A telegram from Winchester noted a death in Louisville, and a Danville incident reported a colored man named Ben Hunt injured by a train, with his condition listed as favorable.
William D Gill lumber dealerHenry James Gillson dies at 9 this morning in Baltimore Edward J Bartlett a Bartlett Haywani Colton founder of the city dies aged Mitty nine Carrie A Wire former Cumberland resident and St Johns Lutheran member dies at Grafton Virginia at age forty Mrs Sarah R Taylor dies near Beyde after illness lasting about three weeks at age eighty four
John B Henderson a son of ex Senator John B Henderson of Missouri won the Republican nomination atSchuler's Hall Alexandria County delegates gathered to name a candidate for the house of delegates. A rally is planned October 16 at the opera house with Secretary Shaw and Jacob Yost expected to attend and Judge Lewis possibly appearing to aid the ticket.
Merchants and residents are urged to place business announcements in The Post. Alexandria listings include Virginian Safe Deposit Bank new Duke Henry branch, L Shuman lumber mill work, W A Smoot coal, real estate sales here, and various shops and services. Also notes on Maggi e Hepburn ill, Dr Taylors Quinine Laxative, hotels, and local business promotions.
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