Publicity Push Delayed As Board Seeks Bell Return
Jobbers and Shippers Association publicity committee urges 100000 circulars at 72 dollars and a funded ad drive to promote Greater Washington, plus a 400000 population club and national convention outreach. Directors postpone action until president Bell returns from a Maine fishing trip, delaying efforts in hopes of firm backing.
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Washington
Board of Directors
Charles J. Bell
Association
Frank P. May
Maine
Greater Washington
H. Harris
Warren County
Thie
Virginia
Thissindia
Baltimore
Philadelphia
New York
Front Royal
Riverton
Southern Railway
Baltimore and Ohio
Norfolk and Western
Greater
Julian C. Dowell
Rosslyn Developments Outline Power and Rail Access
A Rosslyn update describes a new powerhouse to power a rail line from Washington to the Potomac and to fuel industries around Rosslyn. It notes two electric railways traversing Rosslyn and outlines Pennsylvania Railroad ground acquisitions to expand freight service. It mentions an application to the War Secretary to extend water mains, enabling fire plugs for better protection and lower insurance. Officials invite inquiry for prices and terms.
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Potomac River
Ita
Washington
Potomac
Rosslyn
Washington, Alexandria and Mount ‘Vernon
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Secretary of War
Board of Trade to Issue 160000 Circulars
A Washington Board of Trade subcommittee decided to issue 160000 circulars promoting Washington as a manufacturing location. The piece notes rail and water transport, nearby coal and raw materials, and lower electrical production costs. Gen George Harries spoke on electric power costs. Attendees included Robert N. Harper and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Committee On Commerce and Manufactures
Washington Board of Trade
George H. Harries
Washington Railway and Electric Company
Board of Trade
Death of Capt A B Drum at Arlington Cemetery
Captain Andrew B Drum sixty four years old longtime superintendent of Arlington National Cemetery died after six months illness from Brights disease. He served as private in the Sixteenth Ohio Infantry and sergeant in the Fifth Ohio Cavalry with valor at Shiloh and Vicksburg. Funeral at Arlington House with Fort Myer escorts. burial at Fort McPherson Point near Gen Nelgon A Mitea lot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew B. Drum
Arlington Nations
Lee Mangion
Bright
Drum
Sixteenth
Ohio Infantry
Fifth Ohio’ Cavalry
Shiloh
Vicksburg
Arlington Cemetery
Dram
Simon Dram
Fourth United States Artillery
City of Mexico
Cerro Gordo
Contreras
Black Hawk
Florida
An. RK. C. Drum
Army
Aringto House
C. Pierce
Fort Myer
Fort McPherson Point
Nelgon A. Mitea
Labor Union Rebuffs Otten Nomination at Milwaukee Meeting
At a Central Labor Union gathering in Milwaukee heated debate centered on political role in congressional races. A resolution urged informing the Washington union opposed to Theobald Otjen renomination, leaving nominating decisions to be made without local interference. Additional actions included support for enforcing the eight hour law and aiding striking plumbers financially.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Labor Union
A. J. Cary
Milwaukee
Federated Trades Council of Milwaukee
Central Labor Union of
Washington
Organized Labor
Adams
Labor
Hoffer
Weeny
Hoyt
Roosevelt
Presidents Plea to Save the White Heron Sparks Fashion Debate
Roosevelts letter condemning aigret plumes stirs Washington milliners and shoppers. Scene at several F Street shops shows mixed views on whether royal and presidential disapproval will curb demand for algrets and related feather adornments in the coming season.
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Rhoda Lovelage
Roosevelt
William Butcher
National Association of Audubon Societies
Queen Alexandra
London
Alexandra
America
Frances Rost
F Street
Milfinery
H. A. Saum
J Street Northwest
Miss Tibbetts
Nixon
Grimes
Injured Driver Thrown From buggy After Collision
D J McGarthy of 1s North Capitol Street was thrown from his buggy on the speedway shortly after 9 pm last night in a collision with an automobile. His injuries were dressed at Emergency Hospital and he was later removed to his home. The automobile occupant's name could not be learned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. J McGarthy
North Capitol Street
Speedway
McCarthy
Tourneymen Plumbers Prepare Statement After Lockout
The Journeymen Plumbers plan a reply to the Master Plumbers' Association statement issued by Robert B. Caverly. Thomas Reardon said the executive committee would release a statement in a day or two, while not indicating its exact nature or action. The master plumbers summarized sworn testimony alleging breach of contracts through 1905, and the Journeymen refused to be governed by the committee, with the Master Plumbers' Association set to publish a pamphlet in a few days for interested readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert B. Caverly
Master Plumbers’ Association
Journeymen Plumbers
Thomas Reardon
Reardon
Journeymen Plumbers’ Committee
Caverly
Jaint Committee of
Hla Rommittee
Fonter Plumbers
Jonroermén Plumbers
Wnlan
Washington
Phimbars’ Association
Board of Education nominates Kendall for superintendent
The committee on nominations has not released any further details on Superintendent Kendall’s candidacy. Member Cox returned to the city but no committee meeting occurred. A reply from Kendall is anticipated within days as the panel plans to reconvene and prepare its report for the board.
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Washington
Board of Education
Cox
Kendall
Indianapolis
Ghilbr en Nearly Starved by Hunger of Six Children
Six emaciated colored children aged three to six were found in a rear cabin at 1435 PB Street NW, the Police Second Precinct reporting extreme hunger and scant clothing. They were taken to the station, fed by a nearby restaurant, and will be turned over to the Board of Children's Guardians. names listed as Mamie Henderson Daisy Henderson Cora Matthews Ernest Matthews Daniel Matthews Philip Matthews.
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PB Street
N & Box
Aanger
Daisy Anderson
Sbe
Mamie Henderson
Daisy Henderson
Cora Matthews
Ernest Matthews
Daniel Matthews
Philip Matthews
Board of Children's Guardians
Runaway Aunt Helps Niece Tie Fast Indiana Wedding
Miss Lennis V. Anderson, almost nineteen, eloped from Front Royal Virginia with Joseph Poole Alten of Attica Indiana. They traveled to Washington and wed in the National Hotel after a late train arrival. Witnesses included aunt Mrs Charles Irwin and hotel staff as the minister performed the ceremony.
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Lennis V. Anderson
Front Royal
Warren County
Washington
Joseph Poole Alten
Attica
Ind
National Hotel
Brigegroom
Miss Anderson
Charles Irwin
Louisville
Mr. Allen
Miss Andérson
Allen
The Convict's Daughter Opens Theaters Season At Academy
The Convict's Daughter debuted the season at the Academy of Music with strong audience praise. Performances by Mr Join Leishman Florence Hil and Maurice Costello drew praise for character portrayal though the troupe notes the melodrama features a tempered temperance message and avoids the usual barroom scene. The Majestic hosted Dendy Dixie Minstrels drawing a large crowd with lively numbers and modern songs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy of Muale
Join Leishman
Florence Hil
Susan
Maurice Costello
Majestic
Dendy Dixie Minstrels
Great Albas and Navassari Band At Lane Park Review
A lengthy review lauds the Great Albas outdoor act at Lane Park for thrilling balance feats on a short wire and a risky slide. The Navassars Band with six member Angil Chorus delivers encores. Miss Louise Campbell and Miss Lillian Sieger receive praise for solos. Alphonso Gelaya draws attention at the Scenictorium as changes reshape the Trail entertainment.
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Navissari
Lina Park
Alpas
Navessara Ladies
Augusta Dial
Lane Park
Weebington
Albas
Mar
Latua Park
Navassars
Misa Louise Campbell
Lillian Sieger
Alphonso Gelaya
Nicaragua
Woman in Handkerchief Theft Case Arrested in Department Store
Mrs Annie McAllister of Harksburg Pa was arrested for shoplifting after a floor walker alleged she lifted four embroidered handkerchiefs in a department store. Detained briefly, she was released on $5 bail as police consider her account of the incident a mistake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie McCallister
Harksburg
McCallister
Cornwell
Fust
Madem
Weather Conditions and Funeral Notice
Weather summary from Washington reports widespread thunderstorms and cooler temps across eastern districts with detailed wind and temperature readings for multiple regions. Curtis J. Hillyer dies on train. funeral today at 4 PM, 1618 Twenty-first Street. Oak Hill Cemetery burial.
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Curtis J. Hillyer
Edgar Hillyer
Mr. Hillyer
Boston
New York
1618 Twenty-first Street
Oak Hill Cemetery
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Credit For All
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Seventh St
Emerson
Dunham G Son
Dietz
Shoemaker
Pirsson
Vey Wuyuis
Iano
Sterling Chapel
Sanders & Stayman Co
Gilcrist Fratt
Zoe
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Rudolph
St. Charles
Raleigh
Seaside
Strand
Maddon Hall
Ghalfonte
Traymore
Beighton
Marlboro
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Chelsea
Sops
Tharp
F St. N.W
Brad Gold Regulator Co
Wood
Pricea
T. W. Wood & Sons
Rickm
Penn Avenue
Blaway
N.Y
Goodyear Rubber Co
Wilkens- Sherry
Wilkens-Sherry Printing Co
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