High Pressure Fire Protection for District Proposed
A proposed high pressure fire protection system would shift large fire engines from the business center to residential areas, cutting maintenance costs and insurance while boosting overall protection. Tests from a single hydrant on a 12 inch main show strong advantages, with a district bounded by B street to the north and First and Eighteenth streets west eyed for protection. a $750,000 appropriation is urged. Inspections of public school buildings found twelve unsafe and recommended closure pending Congress funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eighteenth
U Streets
Fort Reno
Tennallytown
Bell Agetn
Congress
Leper's Wife to Move Into Remodeled Eastern Branch Building
Mrs. John Early, wife of the leper, will occupy her section of the remodeled brick building on the Eastern Branch this morning. Workmen finished the targeted area yesterday. her furniture is in place and she begins household duties while preparations proceed for her husband’s arrival. Health officer says Barry’s section won’t be ready for a week. once remodeling ends, the leper will leave the tent where he has been quarantined for weeks and move into the brick building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Early
Leper
Early
Harry C. McLean
Barry
Special Policeman Appointed for Naval Observatory Duty
On the recommendation of Commander B W Hodges acting superintendent of the Naval Observatory Maj Sylvester appoints Upton A Wilson as special policeman for duty at the Observatory. Also notes a private sale ad for fur coats and other items, a court arraignment for a horse whipping case, and brief local notices on meals, produce, and land sale rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B W. Hodges
Naval Observatory
Maj. Sylvester
Upton A. Wilson
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