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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1907

Page

5

Harriman In Court Says Others Saw Document

Special to The Washington Post New York April 2 A Harriman witness testified he showed a letter to a person in his office earlier but cautioned that publishing private correspondence is not allowed. Magistrate Wahle paused exam and set April 3 to submit briefs with a May 4 ruling due.

Waehunstan Post New York A. Garriman Polter Court Atenag- Taher W. Hut Wattle Onmen Hill Jefferson Warker Ommen Harriman Wahie Wroke Ammen Krotel Vtarkman Cass Alexander Miller Miler Lint Teere Wahle Seid State of New York Oderal Bani

G A R Women Mark Fifteenth Anniversary Circle No 1

The G A R Women observe the fifteenth anniversary of U S Grant Circle No 1 with a program led by Mrs Dora J B Hendrix. Members recall origins and history while Miss Bouse and Ralph Chapman provide entertainment and readings. Mrs Bell F Wright and Mrs Emma Myers arranged the event.

U.S. Grant Circle U. S. Grant Circle Grand Army of the Republic Dora J. B. Hendrix Sala Wiliam E. Andgergalae Riles

New York Post Office Plans A $100400 Expenditure

Postmaster Willcox of New York City met with Postmaster General Meyer to discuss the 100 400 appropriation for New York post office improvements. Conferences continue with a conclusion expected on the expenditure method and next steps. Ogre Artitoox has an appointment with the President today and plans to return to New York this afternoon.

Willcox New York City Meyer Seaterday New York Wisnet Ha Congress

Oriental Coffee No 3831 Flame-roasted germ-proof

Oriental Coffee No 3831 marketed as Guarmseed under the Food and Drugs Act on June 30 1006. Flame roasting claimed to make it perfectly germ proof and it was advertised for 35 cents a pound in air tight tins at your grocer's.

Civil Service Examinations For Summer Vacancies

Civil Service Commission announces forthcoming examinations to fill summer vacancies across federal departments. May 1 tests will cover chauffeurs for the Quartermaster Dept at West Point and Washington, paying 1200 dollars annually. Other May tests seek a statistical agent for Geological Survey, a laboratory assistant for the Bureau of Chemistry, and a laboratory assistant for the Agricultural Department with salaries from 1000 to 1900 dollars.

Civil Service Civil Servies Commission Quartermasters’ Department West Point N. Y Washington United States Geological Survey Bureau of Chemistry, Agricultural Department Agricultural Department

Chamber of Commerce formed by amalgamating two associations

A favor chamber of commerce move progresses as the Jobbers and Shippers' Association and the Business Men's Association plan to merge. A joint committee from both groups will draft merger plans for submission at the first chamber meeting, delayed to early next week due to time constraints.

Jobbers and Shippers' Association Business Men’s Association Washington New Willard Business Men's Association Charles J. Belle Chamber of Commerce Pip F. P Thres Monnie Lachs Bngineas B. W. Guy Jobbers and Shippers’ Association Graharo Bionees Andrews Meesra Charles 3. Belt Jackson H. Ralston Benjamin W. Guy Monroe Lachs BF. Saul

Building Fund Grows for Colored M C A in Tokyo Gift

The Golorea Y M C A canvass enters its third week with renewed effort to meet the Rockefeller gift. A Monday joint meeting set plans for the last two weeks, chaired by Pr Shada and Benjamin Washington. Subscriptions reach 16516.50, including a gift from Japan with a letter from WW A Hunton. Hunton served as one of seven American representatives to the World Student Christian Federation in Tokyo.

Golorea Y. M. C. ‘Ay Meda Rockefeller Associacion Pr. Shada Benjamin Washington Japan al Washington WW. A. Hunton MM. C. A America Student Christian Federation Tokyo Hunton United States

Pastor Carl G. Doney Honored at Harsline Church Reception

Members of Harline Methodist Church hosted a reception for Pastor Rev. Carl G. Doney after his reappointment by the Methodist Episcopal conference. Rev. J. W. R. Sumwatt and Rev. Henry R. Naylor attended as guests of honor, with Mrs. Sumwatt and Mrs. Naylor. The church rooms were decorated and an orchestra provided music.

Harsline M. BE Carl G. Doney Methodist Episcopal Conference Doney Haroline Methodist Church Ninth Patrests Northwest J. W. R. Sumwatt Sumwatt Henry R. Neylor Naylor Berey Pep J. H. Benton J. Quinter

Missing teen cited after Monday disappearance in city

Haymon Cornwell, 22, of MN southeast, reported missing from Nix home since Monday morning. Police say he may have been hurt or encountered an accident as witnesses describe a dark gray suit and derby hat. Separate notice lists 15 year old girl seen nearby and a city event at St Pauls Church with free admission and a collection for a Yorn Camp fund.

St Pauls Edear Thor Admiralon Haymon Cornwell Nix Gornwmeli Wiilde Porter Tooawmget Fey Fourteenth Street Hoy Emus Western Union

Death March a Joke Wife Murderer Hanged

William Burge, who killed his wife Daisy Burge on January 2, 145, was hanged at the district jail yesterday afternoon. The execution went ahead despite his smirking and calm demeanor as guards and officials watched. The trap did not break his neck, causing death by strangulation, and his body was later moved to an undertaker.

Wiliam Burge Daisy Burge United States Racene Burge Hyme Burger Goa Mma Crimea Mig

Gay Captain Not Clubman Name Tarnished by Scandal

Metropolitan and Army and Navy inquiries reveal Capt William Flumb Williams not a member of either club. A Metropolitan Club member recalls him only as a passing guest and cannot verify further details. Another member says he met a brief visitor, but has no knowledge of any club connections or financial incidents.

Metropolitan Army and Navy William Flumb Williams Metropolitan Club Williamm J Guest The Eclub Williams Wiliam P. Williams

Pennsylvania House Passes Bird Protection Bill

Harrisburg lawmakers moved a bill to bar the sale purchase or wearing of any Pennsylvania wild bird or feather adornments prohibiting use as display or costume. The measure aims to curb hunting and cruelty ensuring birds and parts are not worn or sold in the state.

Pennsylvania Harrisburg

Revolutionary indigestion cure described by metropolitan physician

An advertised prescription promises fast relief for indigestion and dyspepsia. It recommends mixing Avnon Essence of Pepsin Syrup of Gimgert Ca tandir Compound and taking two teaspoonfuls after meals and at bedtime if constipated. The claim highlights the formula as endorsed by a prominent physician and praised in medical journals.

Legal Record Supreme Court Docket and Adjournments

United States Supreme Court schedule includes Justices Jestita Hurtan Brower White and others noting cases from The Thirteeninal Bank of Chicago et al to State of Missouri and Kansas excerpts. Daily calendars list equity and criminal courts with motion rulings, sittings, and adjournments for April 6 and related dates with several appellate and circuit matters.

United States Supreme Court Jestita Hurtan Justice Brower Justles White Janet Peckham McMenox Motras Justive Day Justcs W. Oriton Uniermood St Roatan Maat Lessin Reventhal Chinggo Parah Justles Bank of Chicago Patie Hane Motian Tor Smb Tan Cnicego Planum Chisags Ua ‘Trust Company Tule State of Misour State of Eilla Lalate Geror Raxlern Comany Piaintift Arror Unite Ate Biotaad Srnec Tontar el. Saas

Real Estate Transfers Listing Several Parcels and Trusts

Real estate transfers across multiple blocks and squares detail transfers to various grantees and trustees. Notable entries include Chestey Ry Gallina to Leopold Saleh for 315,500 and George H. McDonald to Harry Ene rarvey, each with trust stipulations. others list unique lot numbers, book references, and amounts ranging from 7 000 to 3 500. The notices cover properties in Washington Highlands, Holmes Manor, and adjacent areas.

Ulliam Harbour Jem Ronann Luke A. Cale H. Uleoke Aquare Chestey Ry Gallina Ieer J. Gordon Ain Oa Drury Jenny Te Sielnketl Leopold Saleh Alios H. Duncan Mubspot Avauni Donoth Et Ua Edward T. Moteher Matssathx Weldeman Art Edward Adele K Subi VO Trust George H. McDonald Harry Ene Rarvey W. Waite Slanzer Kiewit E. Loyd Square Joan D. Auliivam George We Ray Aew. Colbert Truntees Ant Wagitlseron Hart Chartan Taylor Edward F Nck Washington Chactey Baghred T. Phillipy Holmead Manor Harry Wilson Harry Wietaman Julian Morsies Philp Thala

Quitclaim Deeds vs State and Pictorial Rights

Freight-rate case argued before the United States Supreme Court on railroad timber rates with Edward Baxter for railroads and Interstate Commerce Commission counsel. Eight hour law in harbor work debated as to labor applied to river and harbor improvements, with counsel Wow. Scott leading for the companies.

Interstats Commerce Commission United States Supreme Courts Edward Baxter T. BM. Miller Marcellus Green Interstate Commercaal Commission States Supreme Court Wow. Scott

Guthridge Indicted In Embezzlement Case At Capital Traction

Guthridge a former assistant receiver at Capital Traction Company faced trial in Criminal Court No. 2 after being indicted for embezzling about $2,000 in April 196. He allegedly used his duties to provide conductors with tickets and change and then deducted funds by a systematic method. His lawyer contends accounts were balanced days before discovery and that others had access to the companys safe.

Capital ‘Traction Company Leonara 1 Guthridge Henry Barnard Guthridgs Ficketa Funda

Husband Alleges Cruelty in Divorce Suit

George Tucker filed for divorce from Lucy Tucker in district court claiming cruelty including pepper in his eyes and destruction of household dishes. The petition cites permanent separation due to alleged ill treatment. Mary Burley also filed for divorce from James D. Bir Joy, naming a co-respondent.

Digars George Tucker District Supreme Court Lucy Tucker Tucker Mary Burley James D. Bir Joy

Fight over Mrs Hughes will sparks DC probate duel

A will contest over the estate of Mrs. Lautan A. B. Hughes, who died January 7, alleges the 1925 will and later codicil do not reflect her true wishes and that she was not mentally sound. Contestants claim her domicile was New York, not the District of Columbia, seeking to alter large legacies to Georgetown University Woman's Baptist Home and other charities. Executors Ivory Kimball and William Shores face a jury-less dispute on the testator’s domicile and capacity, with major bequests to several individuals and institutions at stake.

Lautan A. B. Hughes Brewnn Dey Charles A. Kiera New Orleans Mary H. Colbert Mx Hiera Hughes Colbert Davidt M. Hughes Maroh Jiwna Give Hughes Georgetown University Woman's Baptist Home Alana Cuno Randotpa Tila Iflas Pattie Weeks Louisiana Irewin New York Waldo Hutchins

Supreme Court hears Spaugh murder appeal in Missouri case

The United States Supreme Court heard William Spaugh Jr. appeal after a Missouri court upheld a first degree murder verdict for the 1901 killing of Polk. The defense alleged sheriff threats and juror bribery, plus whiskey lent to jurors.

United States Supreme Court Yeasterday William Spaugh, Jr Court of Minisours Bpaceh Doh W- Polk Pole Dhorik Tron County Folk Pines Speigh Seavel Reisasa Spaugh Atorney General Gentry Missouri Hud Bpaugh Charles F. Witsot

Estate to wife and sisters named executrix

Capt Daniel Morgan Taylor leaves his entire estate to his wife Mrs Annie Gardner Taylor for probate dated April 25. His two children receive nonbenefits but the testator trusts his wife to provide for them. Howard S Jones probate dated June 20 provides $500 bequests to his three sisters and residue to four sisters with Mrs Quanings named executrix.

Daniel Morgan Taylor Annie Gardner Taylor Taylor Em Dy Newlle Taylor Gardner Taylor Howart Jones

Receivers Ordered to Sell Martin Brothers Office Fixtures

Receivers for Martin Brothers were ordered by Chief Justice Ciabaugh to dispose of the company’s office furniture and fixtures. Guy H. Johnson and Joseph P. Sullivan, as receivers, will surrender the 1995 Pennsylvania Avenue premises and terminate bookkeepers and assistants. An office near the courthouse will store records for access by Martin Brothers’ attorneys. A motion for a new trial is pending for Edward Leon Thompson, convicted of a Megat operation. date for arguments to be set later.

Martin Brothers Asad Guy H. Johnson Joseph P. Sullivan Art Order Ciabaugh Leon Edward Leon Thompson

Lawyer Defends Hermann in Land Case Trial

A defense attorney in Criminal Court No 3 argued for over ten weeks to shield former Land Commissioner Hermann from charges of destroying public records and alleged petty graft. He mocked government witnesses while praising Hermann’s character and refuting evidence. The jury was to hear the government’s final summing up tomorrow and judge Staffani’s charge followed. A separate report notes a runaway Express Company auto damaged a lamp post on North Capitol Street, injuring no one.

Hinger Hermann Criminal Court No. 3 Worthington Baker Justice Staffani Hermann Hermean Roseburg Ores Hermenn Tg Belne General Land Offices Thas General Land Office United States Express Company Joseph C. Duke Third Street North Capitol

Houses for Sale on Connecticut Ave Terrace Listings

Several real estate notices advertise properties in Washington DC areas including Connecticut Avenue Terrace and Columbia Heights. Listings describe three story brick dwellings, six to seven rooms, modern baths, large lots, and special financing or trust conditions. Agents Fulton R. Govan, Robert & Heater, Joseph I. Weller, and John Quinn promote homes near White House and Columbia Heights with calls to respond by phone or mail for illustrated sets and details.

Connecticut Ave Elley Boclaward Peter Fulton R Goavom Robert & Heater Maniger Colorado Columbia Heights 1Th Columbia Mond Calumble Heights Pari Fooma Dalb Joen Quinn Northweat Addrean Bok Emald Deuy Wodern Bloomingdale Lincoln Parke Marhido Maryland Charles Bb. Fowler F Street Wortiwest del Rez Blmm Bratdot Ted Tran Ibst Ava Lars HN D. Normoyle Alexandria Silver Spying Brightwood Dye Ina Easley & Hill Monsey Eno Saan Taguice Trofley Echeot Viernut Coruxblan Apat ROUSE Bath Good Law Treare Ree Bey Brockland Yaar Sackecu Dorchester County Tony Forbes Canneries Echoot Alvamboat Central Real Estate Brokers F ST Deer Park Glamorgan Berweis Mouda Jas W. Drape & Oo Pittsburg Tolsdey W Drape & CO

Houses for Rent by Fisher and Co Inc Olympia area listing

Real estate and rental ad from Thos J Fisher & Co. listing numerous houses for rent with addresses and prices, in the Northwest area near The Willard and surrounding streets. Includes furnished and unfurnished options, heater and janitor services, and multiple properties in various blocks and avenues.

Thos. J. Fisher & Co, Inc, Real Estate, Loans, and Inecrance Psl NW

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