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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1906
Page
5
A lengthy report details endorsements for major interstate commerce amendments and a push for court review. The debate covers regulatory powers, rate fairness, and safety provisions, with references to railroads, committees, and a forthcoming vote by delegates.
A brief entry notes attorneys George and John Bidont filing to test the scope of a July 2 act, challenging district authority over property deeds. The filing argues the act affects the validity of conveyances and taxes on property, with references to commissioner roles and vested property rights.
Investigation finds charges against Vice-Consul James Vaca unfounded. The probe by the Star and Navy engine shows no basis for claims of withheld pay and dispels accusations against Consul Wati an of Verbich. Officers of the Water Employees elected at a meeting, with Gilbons secretary and other listed officials.
The Young Men's Society elected officers at their Friday night meeting. Provident committee member Boteler was chosen vice president with Hugh Woure Mortar and S Guthermaster named among officers. TF Dusnes and J & Edmundy were reporters.
Testimony continues in a District Supreme Court hearing on benefits to Columbia Heights properties from the Eleventh Street extension northwest from Florida Avenue to Ladecker Avenue. Real estate brokers Dodge Hopkins and Sims testified to land adjacent to Eleventh Street being materially enhanced by the opening and establishment of the new street. Proceedings resume Friday at 8:00, with government evidence expected to finish.
The Kronheim family in Pennsylvania awaits word on Peter Kronheim who reportedly surfaced in New York with millions. A brother recounts Peter’s past in South Africa and Australia where he amassed wealth from mines and investments, casting doubt on the fortune while hoping for proof.
Report summarizes Hodgkins of the 91 nd Gedetic Sure and crew aboard the Coast Survey boat Pare. It outlines the western Alaskan coast survey route, summer operations, and the goal of mapping and improving hydrographic knowledge. The text notes the expedition aligns with government cable work and aims to support future maritime infrastructure and navigation safety.
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Montana DAR leaders push Maryland marble for Continental Hall columns as a committee schedules events for the upcoming congress. Affected members seek a swift, fair resolution before the April meetings begin, with Vermont marble proposals also debated and plans released for sessions, entertainments, and the Patriots ceremony.
Washington Public Playgrounds Committee hosts a dinner at 6 30 p m with speakers Dr Luther Gulick American Physical Education Association Wise Sadie American Secretary of the Council of Jewish Women Jam B Reynolds and Mary McDowell head worker University Settlement Chicago. Arrangements by Commissioner Macfarland and a long list of local officials.
Master plumbers who locked out three journeymen weeks ago over apprentice reclassification demands refuse to consider any settlement plans. One union plumber said efforts to appeal were turned away as masters kept their locked-out workers idle after declaring an open shop.
Observations of sun radiation, developed with Smithsonian Institution in Washington, could allow weather predictions six months ahead. The program involves Carnegie Station data in California and collaboration with Wisconsin and White House figures, reshaping climate forecasting methods.
The first annual banquet of the Southern Association of Exeter alumni will be in Baltimore at Mary Jane Club. President George F Randolph will preside. Speakers include Henry P Blair Samuel S Pascal H P Amen James A Tufts John C Grouver and Tyzan Lord. Officers: George S Randolph president L Minford Humrichouse secretary treasurer. Four vice presidents and two executive committee members to be elected.
Government and Western Union telegraph offices in the post office building will be removed and private wires installed near the Office of the Postmaster General. The change, urged by the Postmaster General, aims to speed up messages and improve service. About three years of prior office space and station use will be affected with preparations to string wires linking New York and Chicago, while two women operators at the stations are assured continued employment as private wires expand. The transition is expected within two weeks.
A certificate of incorporation was filed with the recorder of deeds by the Veterans Punishing Company of Washington to publish periodicals and promote patriotic sentiment and charity among members. Trustees named for year one include Edgar Mo Blackburn Dim wick Howard Dim wick Wolege Hosea Maul ton Edward Morris Alonzo Brown Edward Campbell George Rensen Edwin Browne George Lead and Aubrey Huston. The incorporators are Edgar Wo, Mable Dduard J Dimmich and Aietas Wo Lege.
Justice Gould yesterday imposed four years imprisonment on Nelson Waldron a one legged negro who pleaded guilty to housebreaking. Waldron’s record weighed against him and the plea did not yield a lighter sentence. Alfred Dolling also pled guilty to house breaking and stated plunder was given by a stranger known only as George. Justice Gould added that the man’s veracity was not up to par and sentenced him to eighteen months in the penitentiary.
A brief note urges readers to consider where money is stored stressing safety and resource strength. It highlights the bank as the safest possible place for savings and invites further investigation into its resources and facilities.
The body of Paymaster H P Ash US Navy was interred in Arlington Cemetery with naval honors. Services were at Calar Rapist Church led by Rev S F L Coerne, with Navy detachment from USS Dolphin and Marines, and a Maine Band memorial. Ash died March 17 in Guan tanajis Cuba while with the Atlantic fleet. He is survived by a wife and two children.
The district health officer notes a considerable drop in contagious diseases for the week ended yesterday led by typhoid fever and smallpox reductions. Four deaths from consumption raised overall mortality 4 from the prior week, with pneumonia heart disease and other ailments remaining notable causes. There were 12,? births, including 78 white and 1 colored infant, compared with 180 births the prior year.
A public statement on Rural Free Delivery operations shows 52411 petitions for new service, 1030 adverse reports, and 6033 routes in operation as of June 3. Figures render progress through April 2 1906, with 3067 petitions in hand and a remaining fund balance of 831700 dollars. James Honmaras was reelected president of the Veteran Volunteer Direment Association at its nineteenth annual meeting along with reappointments of senior officers and a trustees slate including Richards, Ablert Lowe, Thorn, and J L Brown.
The annual conference of missionaries for Catholics and non Catholics, based at Apostolic Viewman House Brookland, praised nationwide and by United States bishops. Rev A P Doyle presides as rector. The meeting plans practical educational papers to aid missionaries and enlighten them, with informal talks on experiences and a report to diocesan clergy to boost rector support and seminary education for young priests.
Frank B Conger filed in the District Supreme Court his answer to his wife Charlotte M Conger’s petition for divorce dated January 17 The answer denies the charge of cruelty and alleges she left their home in July 701 without his consent taking the children to Virginia and Berlin Germany where they remained until July last when she returned to consult counsel The case has lingered fifteen months with technical issues including a jurisdiction plea recently resolved against the husband.
Builder Thomas H Melton secured a permit for nine three story dwellings at 108 to 124 Third Street Northeast costing about 50000. Architect WFL Grim designed the homes, each with ten rooms and hot water heat, featuring light brick fronts and brownstone trim. Finishes expected by September with related projects on Harvard Street.
The Director of the Census reported yesterday the tabulation of flax hemp and jute products for the calendar year 1900 showing a rise of 916.9 million in output value since 1900. Leading products include cordage and twine 30000, jute and hemp 300000, and linen goods.
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