Judge Bethea Rules Rebating Case With Heavy Penalties
Daring ruling, Judge Bethea imposes a total $60,000 in penalties for railroad rebates. Officials Claude Burnham and Darius Miller plus the Chicago and Quincy Railroad face fines of $29,000 each and $10,008 for Miller, with the corporation fined $10,501 and costs. The court commits the defendants until fines are paid, while urging enforcement of current laws over harsher penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethea
Chicago
Chicago, Byon and Quincy Railroad
Claude G. Burnham
Railroad Corporation
Miler
Burnham
Corporation
Phu
United Star
Ames
Probate filing outlines division of Toba F. Kelly estate
In the probate filing, trust provisions divide the estate of the late Kelly among twelve children. Three sons receive a twelfth each from specific property sales, while remaining heirs share in the balance. Mary E. Brennan is named as executrix.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toba F
Kelly
Metropalitan Gallce
Egtymlay
Suger Chapsne
John F. Weng
Willam A. Kelly
Mary.e. Brennan
Berger girl in custody for forgery case
Justice Good granted guardianship of Elizabeth Berger alias Elizabeth Balsh who pleaded guilty to forging the name of Senator Chauncey M. Denew to obtain $50. The girl, though appearing much older, testified she is only fourteen, with corroboration from her mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Berger
Elizabeth Balsh
Chauncey
M. Denew
Neek
Miss Mamie Marcellus Sentenced in Theft Case
Justice Gedd in erring Court No 1 imposed sixty days in jail on Miss Mamie Marcellus after her recent conviction connected with an alleged theft at a boarding house. The verdict and a strom recommendation to the counts were noted in court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamie Marcellus
Wy Justice Gedd
Gary
Indicted officials await postponement in fraud case
Government counsel Mr Maker and Maj Holmes Conrad began arguments in Criminal Session 1 at the courthouse but the hearing stalled. Green and Doremus, indicted on conspiracy charges, appeared with their attorneys John and others, as Sen John Thorsten’s wife seeks relief amid marital disputes in a related District Supreme Court case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haine
George KE
Green
Willard D. Doremus
Maker
Maj
Holmes Conrad
Pestrounsel
Doresmim
Orm
John
Fhursten
Bonds Placed to Secure 400000 in Chevy Chase Maryland
In Montgomery County Maryland yesterday the Land Community of Chevy Chase placed a record deed of trust with Union Crest Company to secure a 400000 loan. The issue consists of bonds in 1000 denominations payable November 1 with 41 percent interest. The security covers 485 acres in the District of Columbia and Montgomery County Maryland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chevy Chase
Land Comuniy
Montgomery County
Union ‘Crest Company
District of Columbia
Arnica Salve Ad Claims Pimple Heal with Scarless Promise
Disfigured readers are promised healing for pimples sores and marks with Wooklews Arnica Salve. The ad guarantees scarless results for a 50 cent price and targets sluggists or vendors.
Kingsley Free On Forgery Charge After Arrest
Henry M. Kingsley, arrested Thursday by Detectives Pratt and Howlett on a forgery charge, claimed it was a mistake and to be cleared in weeks. He said he arranged a $1,000 loan for Mrs Helen Boynton on real estate, with a $90 check paid through District Title Insurance. He insisted he acted in good faith, believing the signer impersonated the real Mrs Boynton, and received letters from friends and several lawmakers offering support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Kingsley
Henry M. Kingsley
Pratt and Howlett
Headquarters
Kingsley
Helen M. Boynton
District Title Insurance Company
Carl Hasenbeck
Hagenbeck
Funeral Held for Longtime Doctor Dr Lewis Mackall
The funeral for Dr Lewis Mackall who died Wednesday after a nine week illness at 3N0 Dumbarton Avenue was held yesterday afternoon at the family home. Rev James W Hinke of Christ Church led the service with many physicians in attendance. Interment followed at Oak Hill Cemetery with honorary pallbearers and pallbearers named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Mackall
Dumbarton Avenue
Lie
C. ‘Bratenahl
St. Alan
Arch
James W. Hinke
Christchovch
Mackall T
Bistrii
Colummbia
Georgetown University
Oakhill Cemetery
Adams
Thomas Sminih
Thomas Looker
Thomas Harrison
W. A. Gordon
Albert’ “Matthew
Wiliam Dunlop
R. TD. Sims
J. D. Morgan
Henry Matthews
B. Dale
R. Wellington
Walter, Dor
S. Morgan
Surder
Festival Plans Underway For Masonic May Festival
The Masonic May Festival board works on a May week program at Convention Hall set for May 24. A promenade concert ball vaudeville and Eastern Star night are planned with an athletic contest and a shift from booths to entertainments. Mystic Shrine night led by Jacobus S. Jones heads the night. a long list of committee members from Almas Temple and allied bodies are named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Control
Boaut of Control
Mystic Shrine
Jacobus S. Jones
Almas Temple
Ute
Ates
Mtrol
Thomas J. Noyes
Sysneis A. Sebring
Alien Bussins
Alesander Grant
John A. Emlager
Abisun Neilor
Kr. Hwrtivon Dingman
Eawin UW. Tay
George I. Walker
Carter B. Keene
Arthur D. Marks
Raber Hi. Burss
Rank L. Mattell
Bldtney R.jucous
Jumea Circe
Aten T. Curren
Sammel Hart
Roe Walkerson
Henry C. Davis
Armat Stoddart
M Ilie- Lenk W. Thomas
Ferdinand Walumag
Robert Cook
Wilson
Sam W. Stinemetz
Harry Junes A. Hunter
Philip S. Detter
Ed George
Ober
Gymian
Sturmstedt
Fred K. Alaxey
Robert BR. Cooke
Clifard Cox
BE Sotharon
Charles W. Brown
J. B. Grezg
Gibson
Willian
F.C. Mazen
Maj. Wisa
George W. Pratt
Fred
Alexander
Varry “Standiford
Frank H
Thomas
Frank K. Reymond
Willem F. Gude
Fred. W
Helrens
Cacar F
Comatouk
J. Walter
Samuel Sampers
Jol
A. Goodler
Brijemin
Graves
Edw
Vege
Sol. Herzee
William B. Hibbs
James F. Mood
Crank H. Nosford
Charles Jarobson
Arvine W. Johnson
David J. Kaufman
Glande Kel Pugs King
Gustave A. Kneest
James Lambie
Lee
Clifford Long
Als
J. Mroary Snail, Jr. Gaetholomew F. Smith
Thomet J. Walker
George Spransy
Brainard i. Warner Francis J. Woodman
Walter Windward
Extore Woents
Almas ‘Temple
Mb Ionic
May Westival
Louis C. Wilson
Samuel Westinemets
Two Injured in Collisions at Forrest and Nearby Streets
A ten year old boy and another injured after bicycle collisions with cars on Sixth Street and nearby avenues. Forrest sustained a fractured collar bone while Rawles suffered a left leg injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forrest
Sterdag
Wles
Pennsylvania Avenue
Rawles
Civil Service Group To Meet On April Fourth
The Treasury branch of the United States Civil Service Retirement Association will hold its fourth meeting at National Rules Armour on 86 Street Northwest on April 4. Representative William Sulzer of New York and Fred L. Siddons will speak about retirement for superannuated civil service employees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treas’ Ry
United States Civil Service Retirement Association
National Rules Armor
86 Street
Northwest
Specohen
William Sulzer
New York
Fred L. Siddons
Hagenbeck's Great Show Opens With Thrills For Crowds
Cir comfort and marvel span Hagenbeck's three hour program as lions tigers and leopards share stages with trained elephants and jugglers. Jordans trapeze acts hazard falls while East Indian performers add mystique. Parade and spectacle draw dignified audience as veteran handlers promise education and amusement.
Court sustains Dodson in habeas corpus challenge to smoke law
Justice Barnard of the District Supreme Court granted a habeas corpus petition by Dodson in a case testing the constitutionality of the District smoke law. The court allowed an inquiry into the law’s enforcement as a potential confiscation of property, with District counsels arguing Dodson should have appealed earlier. Attorneys for Dodson argued for full constitutional review under habeas corpus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dune Rethea
Cou
Tole
John Mol
Vonson
Anheas Cormis
Just Tice Barnard
Rodson
Court of Appeals
C. A. Dbnglasa
George P. Kosver
Dedgon
Trade optimism and weather boost spring prospects
Trade analysis notes optimistic business sentiment despite labor shortages and immigration concerns. Unprecedented activity in shipping and rail earnings. better weather lifts agriculture and construction. Iron and steel show resilience, retail trade active, wheat exports high though slightly down from last week.
District Library accessions and local publications noted
Selection of works in the District Public Library is discussed, with attention to newly approved accessions and reviews of official reports from district departments. The text cites publishers, authors, and local officials, including Washington residents, and mentions the Washington district’s legal and civic materials collected for housekeepers and the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Se ‘Vook
al AN
Man and Wife Find Peace in 3000 Mile Wagon Ride
Mr and Mrs Y E McBride travel across the continent in a furnished wagon drawn by robust horses. They journey through multiple states seeking contentment, noting good health, ample meals, and peaceful travel as their rule. They plan to return to Aurora Nebraska after about 3000 miles of sights and stories with no illness or quarrel.
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Y. E
McBride
Missouri
Minois
Kentuck
Ippi
Alabama
Grove South Carolina
North Carling
Virginia
Aurora
Nebr
Vir
Ais
Washington
Fern Glen
Bath
Washington, Ji
Pennsylvania Avenue
Tolke
Tust
Gomne
Corinth
Pittsburg
Maud
Michigan
Mrs.McBride
Dolly c
North
Carlina
Ile -In' Lowa
Beautiful new three story houses in prime city section
Stone and Fairfax tout three story homes as best value in the city for the money. They claim location is unbeatable and property values in the area are rising, highlighting the section as a prime buy opportunity.
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5. & Q. Road
J. F. Kelly
Berger
Board of Children's Guardians
Dr. Mackall
Oakhill
Masonic
Financial
Earnest H. Daniel
Ben Gress
Fifteenth
Fifteenth ‘Street
Provida Avenue
Fourteenth Street
Maryland Avenue
Baltimore Street
New Jersey Avenue
Seventh Street
Pepnsylvania Avenue
Wiret Street
Fifteenth Street
Ufe
Dodson
G. Dun & Co
Willie E
Iron/and steel Industry
Speerdas
Canada
Bradstreet
United ‘States
Morey
Jana
Cluas
Washligtaz
Eabad
Cooltege
Bernie
Lewander
Polstakora
Natfopa
Pheater
Jy Thoirgn
Interastionary Publishing
Merchants Igind
Imafiufacturers
Angeon
Catton
Ats
Rabi
Poole
Piglariat Buide
Wit _ pide
Washington, D.C
the Biwck
Bool Nagast
Staysington
Isugry
Silger
Herbert, Gomp
Hartroré: At Uankied Bryaed
Local Savernament
Stoixds
Esis Va
Aexang
FesagLea
Distrtin
Columbia
Actas
D.C. Goimell
E.mcbride
Helpmeet
South
Stone & Fairfax
Newton St
Howard Avenue
Mt. Pleasant
New York Ave
Swap Ahal Pt
Congress Heights
Washington ‘ Highlands
Washington Highlands
Firth, Sterling Steel Co
D.C
Washington Highlands Co
F Street
N. W
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