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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1906
Page
20
A session details a discussion on uniform property tax and fair valuation across all properties. Officials plan to debate the rate bill and related items, with emphasis on equitable tax assessment and road-related value considerations.
An Arlington burial followed a long service at the home of the deceased’s father in law. A widow sat at the casket as mourners attended a ceremony reflecting the war’s losses. The procession included a firing squad and a flag-draped coffin, with veterans from the district in attendance.
A city proposal to rename a cross street to Exelu Avenue prompts public input. Officials note 79 objections exist, while 16 oppose the rename, with concerns centered on local identity and traffic. The bill, REAGHIVE, advances to committee for discussion.
Mayor Danne will address the Washington Economic Society on municipal ownership at the Arlington Hotel banquet hall. The event opens at 6:15 p.m. with Senators, representatives, and city officials expected to attend, focusing on municipal ownership and street railway operation.
Clau m the Bacentrix faces insolvency and creditors petition in court seeking a receiver to manage assets and settle obligations. The filing notes potential personal property claims and discusses the value of assets, including a cited claim around $3,060 and a pending sale of business interests in Comanchon.
Mixed garbled content lists many names and fragments about races and people. It mentions Hod nim Chet ee Wart and Thrwimmer, with references to racing, writte n lies, and a partial phrase about a corpse. The passage is incomplete and lacks a clear event or outcome.
The Court of Appeals affirms lower court decision upholding a reform of a deed, ruling that the parties intention in the instrument stands despite drawing errors by the attorney. The opinion, written by Justice Shepard, sets forth that real estate intent cannot be vitiated by drafting mistakes and that the indictment against Johnson Upheld was properly framed. The ruling also covers diphtheria reporting duties, embezzlement counts, and other appellate affirmations and reversals in related cases.
Fragmentary report notes Magoon departed the first gate aboard the steamer Colon bound for Panam. Governor Wigton had been in Moaistingtom for weeks handling Yiws Annan tus matters which were Inf rs Co Brest.
An old advertorial asks about tonight and tomorrow, urging readers to ask their doctor why Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral can stop coughing and colds from worsening. It promotes following medical advice and hints at fermentation remedies and medical assurances.
Tennessee Representative Gaines attacks lavish spending by Washingtonians in a Wil Jud night speech. He denounces theater-going, clerk perks, and department excess while urging self restraint and returning to a simpler life.
Postmaster Merritt will resign and transfer duties as soon as Mr Barnes presents his commission. He spoke of leaving Watlington, noting regret at severing ties with Washington interests. Elizabeth Ramsberg of Georgetown died in New York. her husband John Thomas Hoag, a leading New York broker, died after illness, leaving a comfortable fortune for his widow.
Washington Co probate reveals Hiram R Smith leaves most estate to grandchildren. Widow gets a life estate and residue, with sons and daughters cut off. After her death, trust proceeds fund grandchildren. court notes Arlington burial wish and executor Bernard T Janney.
Wall of Sopa C Snyder filed yesterday for probate under a December 31 1904 will. The estate leaves 8500 to son William Taylor Snyder 1410 Pennsylvania Ave NW. Anne C Snyder gets KL N Street NW and plantation in Perry County Alabama to Bladen T Snyder and his three sons. Anne C Snyder Arthur A Snyder and William H Taylor named as executors.
The Daughters of the American Revolution board met at DAR headquarters with President General Donald McLean in attendance. The report notes a record treasury day on February 22 and a highly successful month with $16,000 in dues and several thousand dollars to the Continental Hall fund, plus 44 new members. Preparations for the congress are under way as a reception is planned at the White House.
Congressman Edward Denby of Michigan spoke at the Mews Club of Assemble Church addressing the Chinese exclusion conundrum. He urged balancing forgein policy with admission of students and elites to sustain U S commercial relations. His background as former ambassador to China informed his remarks along with recitations and music at the second Mens Cluny gathering.
Fourth class postmasters were announced yesterday including Meme-Braford Center Elfridge Lo Seribner Ghibertyilla Tram Bartlett Martand Ashland Jennie Vio Horner Aen Lark Ovid Center Joey Wo Feuerbach Jnland Kensone Joseph Be Lanphear North Carolla Lieoremont Heitie A Sutton Virginia Starkes T 4 Roberson.
A hearing before the Commissioners examined extending W and Adams streets from First to North Capitol. Hemphill, for Prospect Hill Cemetery, proposed the district buy the land for 3000 dollars and then assess adjacent landowners. The plan drew favorable attention, contingent on legality and constitutionality, with a full report to Congress after review. The Commissioners noted that land condemnation procedures are entirely new and subject to jury action.
District Commissioners heard Northeast Citizen Suburban Association push Congress for a further 10000 to extend Rhode Island avenue to South Dakota avenue. Residents argue the area rapid growth and lack of a proper graded thoroughfare hampers development. Commissioner Macfarland supported action as multiple suburban districts would benefit and Rhode Island avenue could become a major city artery. Speakers included Joseph Goodher, O G Staples, Col Townsend, H Holman, Dr H P Fardon, Benjamin F Edwards, John Weaver, and W S McCaulley.
The Interstate Commissioners must seek congressional legislation to alter street widths in the District of Columbia unless the Supreme Court grants a writ of certiorari to review the District Court of Appeals ruling. The appellate court yesterday rejected arguments in favor of narrowing the roadway, and the Corporation Counsel stated application will be made to the Supreme Court. If denied, Congress would be asked to empower the Commissioners to adjust roadways as public service needs require.
Realty experts say the Eleventh street extension from Florida avenue north to Lydecker avenue raised neighborhood property values. Aaron E McLaughlin testified fronting lots rose 75 to 105 percent, while F Conrad Dodge put overall gains at about 73 percent. Witnesses referenced Aslin and Lydecker avenues and Spring Road, with the hearing adjourning to the next day.
Special efforts by the Bureau of Insular Affairs aim to send Philippine students in the United States as wards of the home government to foster athletic development. William A Sutherland urges focus on drill, gymnastics, and track. baseball, tennis, and football show uneven progress among alumni at several colleges.
Commissioners yesterday recommended action on H 108 to extend the water supply of the District of Columbia. They favor preliminary treatment before filtration, noting a need during certain seasons and urging Congress to act on the pending measure.
Commissioners will hear arguments on a Senate bill to create a new excise board for the district. Morning session attracts interest with heated addresses from Ant Alcohol League and temperance groups against the proposal, while real estate and liquor interests defend it.
A garbled fragment references a bank saying it is the safest place for savings and mentions resources facilities. It appears as a partial ad or notice with unclear names and dates.
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