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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1908

Page

11

Two Deaths By Gas In Washington Lodging House

Two men died from asphyxiation by illuminating gas in separate beds yesterday morning in Washington. One is believed to be George St Clair of Blackistone Maryland, found in room sunken gas jets. the other, Charles Barnes of 3 E Street Northeast, was found by his brother. Coroner Nevitt claims accident. Cap Poardman led investigators.

Charles A. Barnes Stranger George St. Clair St. Mary County George St Clair Blackistone St Mary County Pennsylvania Avenue Charles A Barnes Ies Hig E Street William K Barnes Nevitt George Strair Sixth Precinct Methy McCarthy St Clair Jts Charles Birnts F Street Merit Esterda Wiliam Jf Barnes Flo Lig Brothers Charles Barnes H MM Sletzer 640 & Street Northeast

Urgent plea to hasten Grant Memorial in Hotanw Garden

Commander Burdett appeals G A R comrades to support early construction of Gen T S Grant memorial in the city. He cites enacted law, seeks public aid and committee backing to prevent further delays and honor their late leader with a lasting monument.

Gen Burdett Grant Memorial Hotanw S . Burdett Grant Alscomrid Berome T .S Grint Saiks Burdett Ivan

Old Comrades Dines With Second Corps Association

Maj Row lller hosted a Sunday banquet for Second Corps Association comrades including Gen Charles Humphrey and retired Maj A H Nkketson, with attendees from Delaware, Minnesota, New York volunteer units. Guests shared Civil War reminiscences. Maj T Sler, a Berdan sharpshooter veteran who lost an arm, received an office chair as a testimonial of regard at the March annual gathering.

Row Ller Second Corps Association Charles B Humphrey H Nkketson New York Horse Artillery Wiam Pindaill Delaware Infantry Corp Fotm Tann Ohio Volunteers T Ro Hayes Serentsse Tsler Berdan & Sharpshooters Hochmond

Thin Out Extra Printers at Government Printing Office

The Government Printing Office reduces staff with fewer than one hundred temporary workers remaining. Thirty printers are laid off as work slackens, an unprecedented mid year trend. Officials expect a June rush as departments accelerate output to use funds still available.

Government

Y M C A Social Event At Union Station Eyes April 22

The terminal railroad department of the Y M C A invites women as guests next Wednesday evening April 22 at its Union Station headquarters for the April socials. Highlights include W B Andrews Auditor of the Treasury addressing the gathering, with vocal and instrumental performances by Miss Helen Metz Miss Manion Richardson and Mrs W H Ross among others. A later lecture by former Lieut E W Hearne USA on the Philippines is scheduled for April 29.

Terminal Railroad Department Eastern Union Station W. B. Andrews the Treasury

Washington Post Educational Contest Ends With Big Participation

The Washington Post closes its second Educational Contest at noon yesterday with 6000 to 8000 entrants. Winners will be announced in two to three weeks in The Fest and The Post, with cash prizes awarded to selected competitors from among notable participants.

Washington Post Uncle Sam

Pacific Coast Navy Banquet Set with 200 Tickets Sold

The Pacific Coast banquet honoring the navy gathered at the Red Juwom a f the Babbitt House last night. More than 200 tickets were sold as Director John Barrett of the Bureau of American Republics will act as toastmaster. Senators and Representatives from the Pacific Coast will speak along with other speakers. A concert featuring Mass Ethel Tozer Mitchard and performers including Miss Mallan Hayman, Mr Helen Jt Rapley, and Miss Miller will be part of the program.

Pacific Coast Navy

Navy resumes recruiting amid favorable outlook

Navy to resume recruiting after a pause, with Don Riess noting favorable conditions for enlisting. Proposal seeks 5,000 additional sailors before July 1, aiming to extend to 4,340 potential candidates. Bureau of Navigation instructs restarting ads to reach willing youths, exploiting rising interest in navy service.

Don Riess Wlam Bureau of Navigation Navy

Names of hotel guests at several U S hotels

A long list of guests and their spouses staying at hotels in various cities including Arlington New Willard Philadelphia Pittsburgh Richmond and New York. The document reads as an alphanumeric roster of individuals and accompanying spouses with their home cities and affiliations. It includes numerous Mr Mrs Miss and Dr titles and covers hotels such as Galtimort Shoreham and Metropolitan.

Galtimort William Caus Fbbitt Bostos Thomas Roti Shoreham Raleigh Sheagg William T Black Jo ¢ Vaughut George & Green Kew Ward Swimet Arlington New York Tonald McLean Sey Willard Walter Allington Po MacVichael Mrowel Maver George S Auerbach Auebach Bessie Auerbach Selma Auerlmm Mies Jennie Auerbach Wiss Mabel A Datnton Walters Wo Falk Rale Ghowrank Ruddist Metropolitan Smith Charles F Cocke Mie Mooa Crooker Mies & Soytelle Henry Tulle Joseph Gordon Leeman Ho Verves R G Firgler St James Philadelpitia TE Beysly H Sucanouse Raleigh Pittsre John Rogers St James Richmond Faul Ro Nowell Raleigh HW Hallion Brown SI James Alabama George H Seafry Tuscaloosa Arington Silerton Raleigh Conant Woodworth Normleh Willam Hoangeford Wis Billum Woc Harper Lewis T Lowells George Mo Vre Carulineg & Whitmore Pome Shoreham Illescts Louis New Willard Indiana Sharpe Indianapolis Tow—Charles NS Page George FE Farter Davenport Buffalo Martha Jane Prescott Fredonia New Willad S Caldwell Irs Favnnam Buffalo Wooa Douglas Ruffalo Columbie Ebbitt Wellington Choveham Smith Misa Kellesmith Wilmington Arlington McClian Hurd Cleveland Joy Maller Bellefontaine Raleigh Orfgon Colin Porthnd National Pyansylvania Hunter Donte Walker Warren Woor Wheeler Erdegvo J OD Hancock Hancock Franklin Fo L Williamson New Willard Ruonf Tiland Allison Pascoag Reieigh South Carolina Wor Wilson Cherietan Ebbitt John Ho Simpson Chester James Tenmesser Patterson Knoxville Ebbitt M Spook Willem G Spence Mart E Dunn Nashville John T Cox Bristol Ratelzh Virginia

Club Plan Taking Shape for Young People

In the citys southeast, a proposal to convert an unused church at Fifth Street and Virginia Avenue into a gymnasium clubhouse aims to aid at least 1005 youths deprived of car line access. About 2500 is needed for conversion, with annual upkeep under 1000, while a vaudeville show at Bacaro Theater on Saturday will raise funds.

Fifth Street Virginia Avenue Bacaro Theater

Cadets Seek New Grounds for Annual Drills

The High School Cadet Regiment seeks a new site for the Allison Na tion prize drills due to crowding at the ball park. A White House Ellipse location would ensure universal entry, while moving to the ball park would require a unified ticket system.

Allison Naiion Ball Park White House Board of Education Percy M Hughes

Funeral of Capt Randall held at Lees Church

Funeral services for Captain S Randall, who died Friday at his home 1359 Wallach Price, were conducted at Lees chapel by Father Conneil. Active pallbearers included George Carpenter Edward Wens and William Mone, with many others in attendance. interment followed at Holyrood Cemetery.

S Ranfan Wallach Lees Tather Conneil Vincent di Paths Church George Carpenter Edward Wens William Mone George Gust Cap van Cleave William Cairne George Grivson Hanaay Worthington J Darlington Charles Glover Park Agnew Charles Rolloff Willem N Reudon J S Donoghue R. G. Cragin Kendrickk Joseph M Dite Fr L FO Luckett Trs Col M Emmet Trell Lous Hartigs Wiliam J Multin Jon Burcher John A Knapp John Iitzmorris G D P Raley John MW Lipphard Ant Bardall Vnul Borat Holyrood Cemetery

Democrats to Address District of Columbia Meeting at Munsey Building

The Commu i Association of the District of Columbia plans a special meeting tomorrow at Munsey Building Looms. Several members of Congress will speak on the local political situation and the presidential issue. A White House concert program follows with the United States Musrdne Band conducted by Wilhelm Santelmann featuring marches and intermezzos.

Comiuati Association Distrit of Columbia Munsey Congress Newman White House United States Wulram Santelmann Albert Mery Widow Tehat Bratton Walla Rachels Santelmann Pivntation Chambers March Powhatans Sousa Bennet

Local Bulletin Highlights: Shops and Delicacies Around Town

The city notices feature a mix of product ads and eateries. Jello and jelly brands, canned goods, and a variety of condiments appear alongside lunch spots like Caliaghna’s offering a daily midday special. Also listed are beer brands Heurich and Maerzen, plus household items such as gas radiators and oil stoves.

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