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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
15
Proposals to limit saloon location to 1000 feet from churches and to raise annual excise tax to 1600 dollars are under review by the District Commissioners. Each commissioner holds distinct views and is studying Congress bills before reporting next week. Only about 23 of 517 licensed saloons would be affected by the 1000-foot rule.
A draft bill to enact a statute of limitations against refunds of taxes and assessments paid in error to the District government is sent to Senator Gallinger. The commissioners explain existing laws allow refunds but with no time limit, and propose a separate statute to cap recovery periods, noting Congress has hesitated to amend old assembly enactments.
District Commissioners with Central Labor Union support forward a joint bill to Congress to regulate labor hours on district building contracts. The proposed measure lets the Commissioners reject proposals or higher bids if the lowest bid requires labor beyond eight hours per day, except in emergencies.
Mount Nebo Baptist Church used for kindergarten classes may have its school use discontinued if dampness in the building cannot be removed. Dr. William C. Woodward, district health officer, found the north wall damp and the building insanitary. The report goes to the board of education for action. Also, Gummel's sewer extension at Arkansas avenue and Delafield street is extended until April 10 without penalties. Contractors blamed roadway work and delays at the engineer department. Commissioners oppose the Jackson School land purchase this year due to higher priority needs. Spring flowers at Thely Beat and Gude’s displays drew floral enthusiasts.
The D A R chapters gathered with the Mary Washington Army and Navy chapter contributing. Henry E Davis delivered the principal address. Miss Edith Pickering Edna J Sheehy and Mrs S B McDuffie sang. Mrs Isaac K R Hitt Jr read Martha Washington's will. The annual State conference will be held at the New Willard on April 4 with sessions at 11:00 and 2:20.
The Belasco hosted a Monsen lecture on Mexico with colorful slides and humorous anecdotes. He praised Mexico City for endless sights and argued Americans know too little about Mexico despite its scenery climate and history. He noted many unseen places worth visiting and shared travel tales from years spent there.
Yesterday afternoon the Friends School students at 1809 I Street held their annual exhibition in the school gymnasium. A large crowd of parents and friends watched gymnastic feats across events like running jumps, rope climbing, tug of war, and relay races. Notable participants include Theodore Noyes, Rapley Stona, Stephen Bowers, Gardner Moore, George King, Harry Rogers, Henry Henty, and Paul Woodward among others in fourth primary to second intermediate classes.
Adjourned quarterly meeting of Congress Street Methodist Protestant Church Georgetown reports pastor’s salary paid and church programs prospering. Elected for the year: Board of trustees W H Harrison president W T Ballard secretary C W Edmonston treasurer J B Cathell R T Ballard B H Scott W H Marriott D M Proctor. board of stewards J E Stake W A Selby H C Grimes T J Duvall Stanley Higgins J H Croson J F Clark T W Grimes Frank Cogswell. delegate W T Ballard alternate T W Grimes. motion to request return of present pastor Rev T O Crouse D D.
Prominent temperance speakers will assist Frances E. Willard in unveiling a portrait at Centennial Baptist Church on April 11. The event will be hosted by Willard Lodge No. 241 O G T U, with speakers including Mrs Don P. Hiane, Mrs Clinton Smith, Mrs S M Wescott, Mrs Lelia Emig, and Matthew F E Brien.
The funeral for Dr William T Harban a renowned dentist was held from the Rochambeau family apartment at 11 am yesterday conducted by Rev Benjamin F Ball a Virginia clergyman and longtime friend. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery with pallbearers William Dove Edward J Stellwagen Benjamin F Cole Henry W Blount Jr Joseph T Hough Harry C Powers Ashley Leavell and Dr George T Riker.
Funeral for Col John Cassels who died Saturday at 1907 F Street NW was held yesterday from the family home. Interment followed at Arlington Cemetery with semi military rites at the grave. The service was private per the deceased’s wishes. only immediate family attended and there were no honorary pallbearers.
The Potomac and McCormick schools are declared unsafe after Fire Chief Belt’s inspection. The board calls for emergency funding and a district architect, warning that failure to secure acts may shutter the buildings and hinder education. Capt. Oyster notes other district schools may have similar damp-wall issues.
The case of Grover Cleveland Puller, once a jockey, charged with assaulting Meg Morton in a downtown restaurant, has been continued until next Monday due to the complaining witness still being hospitalized at Emergency Hospital. Various local ads follow, including dining offers, grocery deals, whiskey promotions, and business notices.
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