Nearing Vote on Army Plan to Fertilizer Plant Debate
Senators push toward final action on a broad defense bill including an atmospheric nitrogen plant. Hardwick attacks a government sale to farmers while interlocking corporations are blamed as chief beneficiaries. Debate centers on funding, constitutional concerns, and wartime power uses with industry and agriculture links.
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Hardwick
Deadlock in Washington-Virginia railway strike at Emmert’s talks
A wage readjustment and improved working conditions dispute caused a strike by Washington and Old Dominion Railway workers. W B Emmert refused to meet as a union, offering talks only with individual employees. The union’s Stand Solid campaign, large rallies, and affidavits mark a tense standoff as service suspends at key terminals. Officials say a new timetable by June 1 1916 would reflect wage changes while Falls Church division largely unaffected. About 50 workers from Division 699 participated in the Ballston Va meeting.
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Washington and Old Dominion Railway
W. B. Emmert
Road
Terminal Station
William B. Emmert
W. C. Shertzer
M. F. Patterson
W. C. Sheriger
O. F. Carson
Ernest Putnam
W. H. Foote
Emmert
Mr. Emmert
Tammert
Washington-Virginia
Falls Church
Ballston
Division
Congress News In Brief Form Peachment Charges And Budgets
Congress heard impeachment moves against a man as a select committee of the War Department opened hearings. Testimony from subcommittee members and a pending army appropriation and defense reports dominated the session. War and Navy departments reported on Pacific defenses, ships, coast fortifications, and 60,000 dollars sought for wireless stations. A bureau for oil statistics was urged, while a proposed investigation into the New York Cotton Exchange sought to uncover bear control. Other items included appeals over government employment appeals, and motions regarding postmaster appointments and civil service reform.
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Folse
Leaya
Tegard
Calfornia
Pacific Coast
Congress
War and Navy Departments
Navy
Pacific Fleet
California
Carter
Oklahoma
Mines Committee
New York Cotton Exchange
Bayard Mackey
Terday
Rosslyn
Heflin
Alabama
Thejang A. Sidney Francis
House Interstate Commerce Committee
Boykina
Favors Philippine bill calls Islands a menace
Chairman Jones warns the Philippines would be the US vulnerable point in any war and cost of defense would rise to millions. Insular committee backs passage of the Philippine independence bill as Senate did, with Clarke amendment to withdraw sovereignty in four years and empower the President to move toward a free government. A minority report will follow.
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Jones
United States
House
Insular
Senate
Clarke
Europe
Asia
Congress
Philippines
Plea for Postal Pensions Drives Lawmakers Talk
Forty representatives urged the House postal committee to report the Griffin bill for annual pensions of 600 dollars to superannuated postal employees. Representative Taggart of Kansas argued that funds are wasted on battleships while small clerks are cut from rolls in the name of economy.
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House Postal Committee
Taggart
Kansas
Army and Navy Changes of the Day
Maj. Leo F Forter, retired, reenters active duty as acting quartermaster. Several officers receive duty transfers and leaves while ships and tugs move between ports. notes include detachments, medical leave, and assignments to commands in Hawaii, California, New York, and Washington.
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Leo F. Forter
Fort Mackenzie
Wic
Quartermaster Corps
Chauncey
Zamboanga
Jolo
Jacob Jones
Tampa
Key
Kearsarge
Philadelphia
Boston
Ozark
Hampton Toads
Rappahannock Spit
Ammen
Smithtown Bay
Whitestone Landing
Blakely
Newport
Burrows
New York Yard
Charleston
San Francisco
McCall
Rosebank
Oregon
Perry
San Pedro
Peery
San Togo
Pratrie
Santiago
Pratri
Guentamomo
Supply
Honolulu
Wheeling
Vera Cros
Whipple
Wahipple
San Diego
Active
Naval Training Station
Navy Yard
Mare Island
Cal
Solace
Washington
Guantaname Bay
New York
Allen Foot Ease Foot Bath Powder Ad
Antiseptic powder for foot bath claims to relieve tired aching feet and swelling. Marketed as a substitute for leather shoes and helpful for sore feet with corns and calluses, with a trial package offered by Allen. Address given in New Street, likely a local shop advertisement.
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Allen
le Hoy
Legislative Budget Report Shows Modest Increase in Appropriation
The legislative executive and judicial appropriation bill was reported to the Senate with only minor new legislation and a net increase of $578,213. House action set total appropriations at $37,616,049 while department estimates for next year total $46,230,887. The State Department counselor becomes undersecretary, ranking next to the Secretary. A law clerk for the Supreme Court justices is authorized at up to $3,600 each. Senate amendments limit salaries above $2,000 to a single salary per employee, with retired officers exempt. The bill also lets department heads lease fireproof offices for up to five years, with Justice limited to $26,000 yearly and Labor to $24,000.
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Senate
House
State Department
The
Supreme Court
Army
Navy
Department of Justice
Lana
Department of Labor
Hotel Bellmen Hold Twelfth Annual Ball in Washington
The hotel bellmen of Washington held their twelfth annual ball last night at the Old Masonic Temple on Ninth and F streets NW. More than 150 couples attended. M. Miller chaired the arrangements committee, assisted by F. D. Butler, J. J. Johnson, C. C. Tallant, W. C. Brown, H. Brown, M. Rhodes, H. Nicholson, R. Dunlavan, N. Nelligan, P. T. O'Connor, R. Morris, McKenna, C. Callahan and J. S. Phillips.
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Belmen
Washington
Dieht
Old Masonic Temple
Ninth
M. Miller
F. D. Butler
J. J. Johnson
C. C. Tallant
W. C. Brown
H. Brown
M. Rhodes
District Court News Covers Damages Suit And Probate Filings
Annie K Roys filed a $10000 suit in District Supreme Court after injuring herself on icy steps at Union Station. Edward Henkel seeks to be executor over Alice Henkel 6332.48 in stocks and bonds and 3324 real estate. Barker estate valued at 50000 in personal property and 4300 real estate. Lottie Cave sues for Massachusetts avenue property rights. Amicus arguments over National Rifles Armory license indicate ministerial duties vs police power discretion.
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Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington Railroad
Union Station
Annie K. Roys
District Supreme Court
George A. Berry
Rossa F. Downing
Edward Henkel
Alice Henkel
Oscar Nauch
South Hanson
Maia
Albert &. Barker
Ellen B. Barker
Bowen Barker
Frank Stetson
Gilbert W. Cave
Massachusetts Avenue
Lottie Cave
Henry G. Thomas
Crandal Mackey
William C. Ashford
Edward Davidson
Richards
National Rifles Armory
Justice Gould
Court of Appeals
Bates & Co
Drake
Stephens
Davidson
Wilton J. Lambert
R. H. Xeatman
Justice McCoy
Annie Straub
BR. N. Donaldson
Mary A. Topham
Anna
Topham
H. Merillat
Ella S. Lyon
W. C. Engilab
Frederick
Anna A. Topham
George W. Liomin
Loretta M. Liomin
F. B. Filoves
Hosetts Johnson
H. I. Quinn
Ellen Sulhivan
Brandnburg & Brandenburg
Margaret Tudge
Ellen
George C. Gertman
James F. Barbour
Will Bled
Quene Nauck
Albert S. Barker
Will
Abraham Coates
Point Guardian
Aisi L. Barker
A. S. Worthing' Ston
Jane Robert Hert
Ian
E. F Calladay
Josiah Shaw
Paul Slemno
Alonso A. Rowley
A. Pages
Frances Martin
Nelson Wiltan
Eppa P. McDonald
Real Estate Transfers Across Washington D C Districts
A ledger of property transfers lists buyers and trustees across multiple DC neighborhoods including Mount Pleasant Penn Avenue Northwest Mount Pleasant Heights Randle Highlands and more. Transfers show lot numbers square references and modest stamps or fees with several entries noting trustees and plaintiff attorneys.
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Pennsylvania Avenue
Guy H. Johnson Et al
Ralph P. Barnard
Justin M. Chamberlin
Mount Pleasant
Joseph A. Roth
David J. Dunigan
Laura A. Ble
Lee Spire
Comveynance
Laura A
George H. Ellis
Pleasant Plains
G. Carpenter
Joanna D. Carpenter
Mount Pleasant Heights
Patton R. Gordon
Paul B. Pierce
Randle Highlands
Washington Loan and Trust Company
Enola ¢. Bain
North Grounds
Columbian University
National City Real Estate Corporation
Josephy A. Carey
Baul
Mary D. Shipley
T al
John H. Stadtler
Norman E. Ryan
North Randle Highlands
American Security and Trust Company
E. J. Cosby
Iva J. Baker
Linda
Geanter
Kenilworth
Allen W. Mallory
McLeod Harvey
LA Droit Park
John C. Kemmta Toe George
Ata
Consnetiori
Avenum Highlanps
John Quill Et al
Connecticut Avenue Fighingen Company
Petworth
Heber L. Thornton Et al
Trustees
Bers C. Caldwell
F. Sleman
Shannon & Lucha
Eliza Vy. Wrenn
Arthur T. Brice
Herbert T. Et
Morton J. Sachs
M Street
Herbert T. Shannon
Harry Wardman
Thomas P. Bones
Moret Plesant—Herry Wardman
William J. Brower
John H. Nee
Mount Tebasan
William Z. Brower
Tessie J. Motler
Bethlehem Steel warns on armor plant policy
Bethlehem Steel Company urges Congress to consider broader public policy before funding a government armor plate plant. The company stresses national defense and economy, offering its expertise and facilities as potential alternatives to new government facilities. CHAS. M. Schwab serves as chairman and Eugene G. Grace as president.
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Bethlehem Steel Company
United States
Chas. M. Schwab
Eugene G. Grace
Supreme Court session flags numerous admissions and cases
The Daily Legal Record lists a long Supreme Court session with admitted practitioners from multiple states, case numbers and arguments. It covers district equity divisions, ongoing hearings, motions, alimony, bankruptcies, probate matters, and extensive docket notes, along with criminal and civil filings and calendar details.
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G. A. Berry
R. F. Downing
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Charles J. Waters
Alice W. ‘Watera
G. H. MacDonald
F. Colinday
Elizabeth T. Bryson
American Security and ‘Treat Company
W. Lee
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McHeynolds
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New York City
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Clarksburg
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Lakeview
Oreg
Willi H. Latta
Indianapolis
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Edward ©. Turner
Columbus
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Lorian
William E. James
Cullman
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Bpokane
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Elvin J. Griffin
Sturgia
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New South Farm and Home Company
Wallace
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United States Court of Claims
K. Campbell
Fenton W. Booth
Samuel 8. Barney
George W. Atkinson
George B. Downey
David Park
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Harry Peyton
G. T. Stormont
Hickey
Semuel Herrick
J. K. Joice
Mr. C. VY. Church
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Lust
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Justice Anderson
Jore Jonacy
Willam Yarwig
Frederick A. Fenning
EB. H. Bycke
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C. H. Syme
James F. Binith
O'Donnell
McDonald
Platothi
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R.B. Geatman
John Ridout
Andrew Wilson
Gibba Va
Anderson
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G. P. McGine
Harton
Bealt
George F. Williams
Walter Va. Bevans
B. P. Blair
Hinney
E. W. Relanger
Gittings &Shamberiall
Atkingon
A. G. Bishop
Fred MeKer
Tygies
Riggles
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A. S. Worthington
Straus
Conway
Margaret M. Murray
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W. A Manogue
Lane Va
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George €. Gertman
Abbott
J. B. Carter
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P. Loving
F. W. McReynold
C. W. Bell
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H. David
S. D. Willis
R. Koenignberger
JT. Peyser
Mary W. Goss
Ward
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Lyon & Lyon
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T. L. Jeffords
Fred 3. Swindell
Tilerson
S. Belmont
Douglas, Ruffin & Obear
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Globe Furniture Company
L. H. David
M. ©. van Fleet
Swingle
Circuit
Stafford
Ilings & Chamberlin
R. EB. Mattingly
C. C. Tucker
Evans Browne
Southern Railway Company
Conte
C. A. Kelgwin
T J. Jefferdn
Hamilton & Hamilton
Kaufman
Capital Traction Company
Gond
Upbere & Yeatman
F J. Hogan
George F. Frick
Justice Siddons
Artie Jayne
William C Johnson
Attourney
R. T. Miller
Maggia Dizon
Fountain Peyton
Charles Wiliams
H. L. Tignor
John Freeman
Henry H. Fiather
J. J. Darrington
W. G. Jonson
F. J. Hogan
George P. Hoover
D. W. O’ Donoghue
David R. Smith
Mordecai Harris
Thomas H. Hardesty
W. W. Stewart
Tuatice Covington
Henry McKenzie
Robert S. Hawkins
McKenzie
Hawkins
T. M. Baker
White Ve. Winter
H. R. Burton
Gannon Ve. Pittsburgh Construction Company
Strommey
W. H. Waly
Mr. Justice Anderson
G. W. Coldenstroth
J. F. Bilgate
Model Laundry Company
H. Dickley
Robert I. McMullen
Covington
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L. Newmyer
Margaret A. Dikeman
Pauline B. Merce
BR. G. Gordon
Fulton HR. Gordon
George W . Hont
Ernest L. Schmidt
George M. Emmerich
North Grounds Columbian University
Joseph A. Carey
Charlen
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Washington Loge and Trust Company
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Vir
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Washington Loan
Baward MN
Frank G. Nolte
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Eugene W. Weaver
Charles
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William H. Brown
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Joseph C
Robert R. Blandon
Henry F. Mooney
Abeulah A. Conway
Joseph L Weller
Robert R. Mehaney
Rosie L. Brown
Charles P. Stone
Charles W. Fairfax
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William
J. Brower
Sammuel Goldenberg
Abe Rimnenthal
Myer Blumenthal
Semanouelly
Jessle J Mohler
Morten J. Luchs
F . Eugene Drury
John J. Rkukley
Howard Moran
G.“Beer McGille
Rerure Thomne
McHale
Frederick W. Emrich
George R. Linkies
Chace F. Nesbit
Clara
L. L. Perkins