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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1906
Page
12
Democrats show willingness to press Bailey’s suspension proposal while Republicans face heat from the President. Roosevelt could rally Senate Democrats for a broader reform measure, as Elkins and others seek to line up support. the outcome hinges on party cohesion and the president’s strategy in Congress.
Simon Wolf received a loving cup badge presented by Lensamin Banks on behalf of the Hat Israel congregation in memory of Dr. Watt. Elected officers include Battaws as president, N.S. Meyer and Sig Gardner as VPs, H. Tittaler as secretary, Joseph Kh. Weng as treasurer, and A. Woodman as sergeant at arms. Representatives were chosen for Grahans Trume and the National Jewish Hospital for Consumptives. Next year’s meeting invitation by Preston and Morderai was accepted.
The Audubon Society of the District of Columbia will hold its final indoor meeting of the season at George Washington University this evening. William Dudley, lecturer at Chicago University, will speak on The Colors of Birds and Animals, presenting slides and painted heaters of birds and effects. The public is invited and presale is offered to members and press.
A young man, aged about 87 by OCR error, wandered the streets for days seeking employment. He collapsed, was taken to a hospital, and authorities noted his frail condition and prolonged hardship. He had reportedly lived in poverty and suffered illness, with family and neighbors describing a history of unemployment and distress.
A section of track fifty feet in length sank into quicksand on the Franklin division of the Lake Shore near Aghtatlanla Ohio. The collapse occurred late last night, frightening a nearby passenger train as workers moved to prevent a wreck. In other news Fourth class postmasters were appointed in Maine and Virginia, with several names listed.
An old fragmented advertisement touts Floods Surstuarilla as a cure for loss of appetite. The copy claims it strengthens the stomach, improves digestion, and makes eating enjoyable, noting widespread use and high satisfaction.
The eighteenth annual meeting of the National Association of Railway Commissioners opened in Washington with strong opposition to President Smiths address. Delegates expect amendments to interstate commerce rules, with some endorsing the Hepburn bill while repudiating Smiths stance. The week includes tours to Mount Vernon and Fort Myer, plus discussions on uniform classification, railroad costs, safety, and regulatory powers.
An elderly Black man confronts a police officer on Pennsylvania Avenue early this morning claiming distress over his missing car and his son’s location. A note was delivered to the city housing manager as the night watchman had already closed the doors at a set hour.
An April fool joke triggers a riot scene on streets near Troad and Jackson as a will sale of personal effects proceeds with no real value. Spectators crowd the area, expecting a joke to unveil wealth, only to find rubbish and empty promises.
Funeral services for Brig. Gen. Francis Harrington U S M C who died in Algiers will be held at 10 a m tomorrow at St Pauls Catholic Church Fifteenth and Northwest. Interment is private at Oak Hill Cemetery. Military pallbearers from United Spanish War Veterans will attend. A memorial meeting at 8 p m tonight at 710 Sixth Street NW will honor the general.
Frederick A. Stier, banker, was honored at a service from Mount Vernon Place Episcopal Church led by Rev W E Toucke and Rev J T Wightman. Beacon Lodge No 43 and Acacia Lodge attended with a large delegation. Pallbearers included John J Brown George Collison John TH Wood Edwin B Hay Louis C Wilson and John M Folin. Burial at Rock Creek Cemetery. Lincoln National Bank officers attended in a body and the board planned resolutions of regret.
The Hub Furniture Corp on Seventh and Dy streets held a spring opening drawing crowds of Washingtonians. Courteous sales staff guided shoppers through a large, varied display of high quality furniture and home furnishings. Specials included four pieces of American cut glass ware and 10 red ticket furniture discounts offering substantial savings this week.
Building permits approved in the city for multiple projects. Inspectors list nine new dwelling plans on Raniloteh Street and Rani Street with brick dwellings and named architects. Costs range from 1,000 to 2,500 dollars. Additional permits include a territory brick dwelling on Tstovet Northwest and a brick warehouse on Massachusetts Avenue Northwest with respective architects and builders listed.
Trial began in Circuit Court No 1 before Justice Wright and a jury in the quo warrante proceedings over Knights of Labor officers. Burns faction seeks recognition as proper officers while Hayes faction defends their claim. Proof may span two weeks. R Golden Donaldson, counsel for Byrne, opened the case. Henry E Davis, for Hayes, followed with anticipated evidence.
The grand jury indicted Charles E. Grant alias Edward Grant for murder in the first degree in the Eva Barnes case. Grant allegedly stabbed Barnes on December 16, 1905, with death occurring January 4, 1906. Other indictments include libel against Martin Hastie and William C. Mercer for writing a letter impersonating Detective Howlett. Additional charges cover forging, petty theft, perjury, larceny, embezzlement, housebreaking, and assault with a dangerous weapon. Some charges such as murder against Harry Randell and grand larceny against Joseph Ginsberg were ignored.
John B Rowland and Mary E Kelly filed in District Supreme Court a mandamus suit to force Justice Callan to approve an appeal bond after judgment in his court. They claim they offered a two good surety appeal bond for premises at 631 K Street NW but the bond was not approved.
An explosion at a granite quarry near Sparta Georgia today seriously injured E. G. McCook the proprietor and W. T. Macken his brother in law. They were clearing debris from a rock when a charge thought to be spent detonated.
A Philadelphia woman describes years of coffee jags causing nervousness digestion issues and headaches. She switched to Postum, prepared at home per instructions, and says her symptoms vanished and her energy returned. Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan grants this testimonial.
Chicago voters go to the polls to decide three municipal ownership questions for street railways and a high liquor license fight. Mayor Dunne predicts a five to one approval for municipal ownership. party lines blur as aldermen seek votes for or against the proposals. Propositions cover city operation, certificate issuance up to 75 million dollars, and immediate municipal ownership of all street railways.
The Theodore Roosevelt Garrison No. 74 celebrated the eighteenth anniversary of the National Army and Navy Caton with a smoker at 910 Pennsylvania Ave. Guests from Admirals and Generals attended and fourteen new members were initiated. Honorary memberships were bestowed on Col. F. K. Raymond and Lieut. Anthony Schilling. Decorations featured large flags with Cuba and Spain emblems. Refreshments reflected army fare, with cigars and tobacco abundant.
The Rev William J Cady a New York area minister and his wife Mrs May Foster Nichols were divorced in Bridgeport after she confessed loving another man Dr R F Brooks of Newburgh N Y The tale recalls a doomed marriage and the minister's vow to forgive and forget as he returns to his parish life in Newburgh springtime April 3 Special to The Washington Post Newburgh New York April 3
A Monday April 3 1906 weather bulletin notes rising water levels on the Lower Ohio and Mississippi rivers with Cairo likely to reach 48 feet within days and New Madrid Memphis and other points approaching danger levels. It forecasts fair weather east of the Rockies with scattered showers in the middle week, and lists temperatures, humidity, and wind directions for multiple cities including Memphis Cairo and Chicago.
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