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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1906
Page
5
A legislative session focuses on uniform tax desires and fair valuation of properties. The committee will debate rate bills and related items as lawmakers meet to discuss road value assessments, property taxes, and revenue estimates.
An ornate funeral rite at Arlington featured a widow presiding at the casket of her husband, a war veteran, as soldiers fired volleys and a short service concluded the burial. The ceremony reflected solemn honors paid to a falling soldier and the shared mourning of family and community.
A legislative note discusses changing the name of a street now read as 16. Oppose to Sixth Street, the proposal suggests Exelu Avenue as the new designation. The measure references objections and the involved authorities.
Mayor Tawndt Thans of Chicago will address the Washington Economic Society on the subject of municipal ownership. The event at Arlington Hotel banquet room will be open to all interested, with numerous Senators and representatives expected.
In a bankruptcy style filing readers learn creditors seek a receiver to manage the estate of a late concern tied to Clough in Lquits Court. The petition asserts assets insufficient to cover debts and cites a mismanaged enterprise with a state license issue and potential sale of business assets. The undersigned creditors claim about 3060 dollars may be due and warn the real estate held by the firm could be at risk if a receiver is not appointed to marshal assets for creditors.
Fragmented text shows race references with names like Watkin, Cornett, and Fok. Mentions heats, towers, and a late toast. Contains garbled phrases and possible references to a cadence of racing and personal remarks amid unclear events.
The Court of Appeals upholds the district court findings in multiple cases including demurrer rejection against John A. Binson on an indictment tied to government clerks and special agents reports. Justice Shepard writes that party intent in deed drafting cannot be vitiated by attorney error, affirming reform a deed case involving survivors and estate title. Also affirmed are Johnson case on diphtheria reporting, embezzlement in Frank Lume's employ, Holt-Man vs Tanton estate, and related rulings on contracts, notes, and trademark issues with Spalding & Bros.
The article notes Magoon leaving on the steamer Colon bound for Panama. Governor Wigton had been in Washington for several weeks dealing with matters of importance.
An old advertisement urges readers to trust Ayer's Cherry Pectoral to shorten colds. It touts doctor approval and invites readers to ask about better cough and cold remedies. The copy uses persuasive, period marketing language.
Tennessee Representative Gaines denounces lavish Washington living and theatre spending by clerks and young workers. He criticizes district bright lights and asks for self restraint, urging a return to simple habits and private industry over public extravagance.
Postmaster Merritt plans to resign and turn the office over as soon as Commissioner Barnes approves his commission amid a transfer of duties. Merritt expressed regret at leaving Watlington and recalled ties to the city, while news notes detail local property appraisals and the sudden death of John Thomas Hoag in New York, leaving Elizabeth Ramsberg a comfortable fortune.
Hiram R Smith's will filed for probate provides that grandchildren inherit after the widow's death. Sons and daughters receive $1 each. widow gets life estate and all residuary profits. A trust for Charles Baker holds property for the widow, with twenty-one years of rents to grandchildren. Testator wished burial honors at Arlington National Cemetery.
Wall of Sopa C Snyder filed yesterday for probate. Sophia C Snyder dated December 31 1904 leaves $8500 to son William Taylor Snyder. Premises at 1410 Pennsylvania Ave NW go to daughter Anne C Snyder and KL N Street NW to son Arthur A Snyder. A plantation in Perry County Alabama is devised to Bladen T Snyder and his three sons. Anne C Snyder named residuary legatee. Arthur A Snyder Anne C Snyder and William H Tattoe named executors.
The National Board of management of the Daughters of the American Revolution met at DAR headquarters. Donald McLean presided, noting the meeting was one of the largest and most enthusiastic. February 22 was a record day for the DAR with dues totaling 16000 dollars and thousands raised for the Continental Hall fund. Forty four new members were added last month. Preparations for the forthcoming congress were outlined. The president general and officers from multiple states attended the session. A reception for the officers was planned at the New Willard Hotel on the eve of the visit by the President of the United States.
Congressman Edward Denby spoke to the News Club of Assemble Church addressing the Chinese exclusion conundrum. He argued Congress must balance keeping codes from invading the country while admitting educated individuals to preserve commercial ties. Denby, who spent ten years in China as ambassador, emphasized tact and expertise to guide policy as the second News Club meeting featured readings and music.
Announced yesterday are fourth class postmaster appointments for 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 considered extending W and Adams streets from First to North Capitol. Hemphill representing Prospect Hill Cemetery proposed buying the land for 3000 dollars and then assessing adjacent landowners. The plan, seen as legal and desirable, would await final legality and Congress report. The panel noted land condemnation as a new deviation from prior steps and would proceed with jury condemnation if necessary.
District Commissioners heard Northeast Citizen Suburban Association members plead for a further 10000 in Congress funds to extend Rhode Island Avenue from the city through the suburbs to the District line. Speakers argued the area is rapidly improving but hampered by a poor thoroughfare, and several suburban districts would benefit if approved. Commissioner Macfarland favored the project, noting the broad support and future prominence of the avenue. Advocates included Joseph Goodher, O G Staples, Col Townsend, H Holman, Dr H P Fardon, Benjamin F Edwards, John Weaver, and W S McCaulley.
District of Columbia traffic authorities plan to seek a writ of certiorari from the U S Supreme Court after the Court of Appeals refused to hear the case. If denied the Commissioners will urge Congress to grant power to adjust street widths to meet public service needs.
Realty experts report sharp value gains from the Eleventh street extension from Florida avenue north to Lydecker avenue. Aaron E McLaughlin testified property fronting the new street rose 75 to 105 percent, excluding car line impact. F Conrad Dodge estimated neighboring lots near Aslin avenue, Lydecker avenue, and Spring road up about 73 percent. Adjournment set for 2 pm today as cross examinations continue.
The Bureau of Insular Affairs promotes Philippine students in the United States as wards of home government to boost physical development through baseball tennis and track. William A Sutherland urges athletic drills and morning jumping. many students excel in baseball and tennis while football shows limited success. Notable youths include Jose Burgos Joseph Cabrera Francisco Delgado Salymo Gallardo Dixon Lorenzo Onrvia Ramon Alvarez Jose Gomez Liberia Gomez and Vicente Manato, with several achieving distinctions in universities and colleges.
Commissioners yesterday recommended action on H 108 to provide for a preliminary treatment of the water supply of the District of Columbia before filtration. The measure, pending in Congress, was referred to them weeks ago by Chairman Babcock. They report favorability and deem such legislation necessary for seasonal water treatment.
Commissioners will hear arguments on a Senate bill to create a new district excise board. The session attracts interest with heated addresses from Antisaloon League, religious groups, real estate leaders, liquor dealers, and other prominent district residents.
A garbled ad style note asserts that money matters and a bank is the safest place for savings. It emphasizes protecting resources and facilities and urges readers to trust the institution despite the unclear wording.
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