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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
15
The keynote to the line’s popularity lies in the design style. Designers have cut garments with distinctive grace and character. The result is a collection praised for its modern yet timeless appeal and strong sartorial identity.
Commissioner Morrow concludes Fernald acted without wrongful intent but accepts there were serious errors in taking gifts and sums from contractors. He resigns effective immediately amid charges from Brennan and Drake Stratton connections, noting Fernald's long service on grade crossing removal and district projects.
The association asks Commissioners to fix Seventh Street sw between B Street and Maryland Ave, Twelfth Street nw to sw and B Street, noting repairs completed on Seventh and Twelfth Streets but none on C Street which is set for resurfacing soon.
A petition signed by Charles C. Glover and about a hundred nearby residents protests extending street car routes along Seventeenth Street to A Street and Connecticut Avenue. The commissioners will inform petitioners of an unfavorable report on the related congressional extension bill. Also noted is a church reception tonight at Kendree Methodist Episcopal Church for Rev. R. L. Wright and Mrs. Wright with local board members helping, Apollo Orchestra providing music, and remarks from church leaders.
Senator Gallinger introduced a bill debated at the District building hearing. Loan company representatives protested the measure saying the industry already benefits borrowers. a three person commission to settle lender borrower disputes was proposed by Mr Masters with support from Commissioner Macfarland. The bill would cap interest at ten percent annually, though not the version Congress may consider.
Washington Ministers Union objects to Jim Crow signs on rail cars entering the District arguing no authority for such displays. Commissioners moved to have railways remove or cover the signs. Chesapeake and Ohio, Washington Alexandria and Mount Vernon, and Washington Arlington and Falls Church will comply while cars are in the District.
J A Harley sells 1534 Q Street NW a brick eight room home. Moore Hill sell 1115 EF Street NE a two story brick residence for Noble J Thomas. Lansbury sells lot at Fifteenth and Delafield Sauls addition for C B Walt with plan for ten room house. Shannon Luchs reports sale of 040 Street NW for James Maddux a two story brick eight room home.
The finance committee of the Associated Charities reports Columbia Typographical Union No. 101 voted Sunday to participate in the deficit relief drive and join the 400 Club. Woodward & Lothrop sent $110 for ten memberships, with Miss da Green, secretary, enrolling Phips born & Co. as a member.
Washington T Nailor’s funeral followed his death on Saturday afternoon. The Episcopal burial service was read by Rev Dr Snyder at the late residence 1114 O Street NW and at the grave. A large concourse of friends attended the service and burial. Numerous floral pieces were sent to the home. Pallbearers included Albert Grimes P De Graw Daniel Loughran John Gheen Alexander McKenzie Samuel Bond B G Davis and Charles Gurley.
Senator Wiliam J. Stone of Missouri and Representative Henry T. Rainey of Illinois will headline a mass meeting by the District of Columbia Democratic Association in the Munsey building hall tomorrow night. City speakers Jesse B. Wilson Frederick L. Siddens and T. F. Monahan are expected, with primaries on May 19 to be discussed. association president Newman calls it a major event.
Col Simon S Chamberlain veteran of the Civil War died at his Waterford home from rheumatism complications contracted in the army. Born June 1834 in Northfield Vermont he served in the 118th New York Infantry and the 25th New York Cavalry earning a colonel brevet. Survived by wife and six children. Funeral in Arlington at 3 45 this afternoon.
Washington Young Men’s Christian Association leaders will host a reception Monday evening for visiting presidents and former presidents to tour the buildings and activities, with a musical program prepared for the occasion.
The article extols a 125 mile coast from Long Branch to Cape May with forty seaside resorts attracting millions. It highlights towns like Long Branch, Asbury Park, Ocean Grove, Atlantic City, Cape May, and seasonal appeal of pine air and sea. The Pennsylvania Railroad links all resorts with convenient train service.
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