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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1908

Page

15

Two Men Die in Separate Gas Fatalities in City

Two men found dead from illuminating gas in separate addresses in Washington. One believed to be George St Clair of Blackistone Maryland, his room at 626 Pennsylvania Ave NW showed gas jet open. The other, Charles A Barnes of 3 E Street NE, was found in bed. both deaths ruled accidental. Coroner Nevitt is investigating.

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

Memorable Grant Memorial Urged by G A R Commander

A GAR leader appeals to department veterans to speed the Grant Memorial project in Hotanw Garden Gen Burdett urges speedy construction citing a long-Delayed effort. He notes plan and model approved and asks comrades to support by honoring the late Gen t S Grant. He emphasizes duty and gratitude to elders and future generations.

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

Reunion Banquet for Second Corps Association Members

Maj RoW ller hosted a Sunday banquet for Second Corps Association veterans including Gen Charles B Humphrey and retired Maj A H Nkketson. Attendees shared Civil War reminiscences, with Maj Tsler receiving an office chair as thanks for service with Berdan sharpshooters after losing an arm at Hochmond.

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

Thinning Out Extra Printers at Government Printing Office

The Government Printing Office plans further layoffs as work declines. Fewer than one hundred temporary printers remain, with about thirty more expected to lose work. A general furlough of the bookbindery division is anticipated, though a June rush may salvage workloads as departments push to use remaining year-end funds.

Government

Y M C A Social to Feature W B Andrews Address

The terminal railroad department of the Y M C A will host a Wednesday evening event at Union Station to honor April socials. W B Andrews Auditor of the Treasury will speak, followed by musical selections and performances by Y M C A trios and soloists. A second lecture by former Lieut E W Hearne USA is planned for April 29 on the Philippines.

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

Educational Contest Ends at Noon With Winners to Be Named

The Washington Post closes its second Educational Contest at noon yesterday with about 6 000 to 8 000 participants. Winners will be announced in The Fest within two or three weeks, with dates published in advance in The Post.

Washington Post Uncle Sam Warner Rochester

Pacific Coast navy banquet set with Barrett toastmaster

The Pacific Coast banquet for the navy gathered at Red Juwom af the Babbitt House last night. Over 200 tickets were sold. Director John Barrett will act as toastmaster, with Senators, Representatives, and other speakers from the Pacific Coast. a concert will feature performers headed by Miss Mallan Hayman and Miss Miller, daughter of the Poet of the dierras.

Pacific Coast Navy

Navy resumes recruiting for five more sailors this year

Don Riess notes favorable prospects for adding 340 recruits before July 1 as Navy officials order the resumption of recruitment efforts halted weeks ago after meeting the full quota. The Bureau of Navigation aims to capitalize on the strong willingness of young men to enlist, with ads to be placed in public notices reaching eligible applicants.

Don Riess Wlam Bureau of Navigation Navy

Hotels Galtimort and Raleigh Notables Listed in Rail Passages

A long OCR read lists numerous names and spouses tied to hotels and transit stops across cities such as Arlington New York Philadelphia Richmond Alabama Georgia Indiana Massachusetts Mississippi New Jersey New York and more. The fragment names many individuals with titles Mrs Mr and Mrs, plus several households and addresses, indicating a social or travel roster likely from hotel guest records or a social列 list.

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 OL Hunter Donte Walker Warren Wheeler Erdagoo OD Hancock Hancock Franklin Fo L Williamson New Willard Ruonf Tiland Allison Pascoag Reieigh South Carolina Merrell Samuel

Club Plan Taking Shape For Southeast City Youths

A movement to convert an unused Fifth street and Virginia avenue church into a gymnasium and clubhouse aims to serve at least 1005 youths in the far southeast city, offering baths reading rooms and games while seeking about 2500 for initial setup and under 1000 yearly upkeep. A vaudeville show at the Bacaro Theater Saturday afternoon will raise funds.

Fifth Street Virginia Avenue Bacaro Theater

Cadets Seek New Grounds For Annual Drill

Cadet Regiment seeks amnesty for the Allison Naiion prize drills due to crowds at the ball park. The plan favors moving the event to the White House Ellipse with universal entry. If held at the ball park ticketing would change to one class of tickets. early arrivals would get best seats, creating hardship for some students and families.

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

Funeral of Capt Randall at Lees Chapel

Funeral services for Captain S Randall, who died Friday at 1359 Wallach Price, were held yesterday at Lees Chapel. Father Connell, pastor of St Vincent de Paul Church, conducted the rites. Active pallbearers included George Carpenter, Edward Wens, William Mone, George Gust, and others. a large group of pallbearers and trustees represented the community. The chapel was crowded and 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 Meet in Looms Building City

The Comiuati Association of the District of Columbia plans a special meeting tomorrow night in Looms in the Munsey Building. Several members of Congress will speak on the local political situation and the presidential issue. Newman of the association arranged the talks and other speakers will address the members. A White House concert program follows at 1:09 or 1:19 p.m. with the United States Muster Band led by Wulram Santelmann performing marches and selections including Teddy Bear, The Peasant, and reminiscences of the Pivntation Chambers.

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

Local City Bulletin Mix of Businesses and Delicacies

A jumble of Store names and offerings appears with several advertised foods and drinks. Mentions Feliscon Jello Minute Gelatine and Purissima Whisky alongside cafe lunch hours and a Schweinbeck style meal claim. Also references to Heurich beer sales and local suppliers with address snippets and product lines listed.

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