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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1909
Page
35
The passage contrasts fashion styles appealing to young men with those suited to more conservative male tastes, noting the variety and evolving trends in attire and presentation. It suggests a spectrum of dress codes reflecting differing preferences and social signals.
John W Collier, a former policeman, stands trial for the murder of Captain William Matthews. Prosecutors describe a motive tied to grievance and a planned assassination as witnesses portray the shooting in a crowded city station. Collier is escorted to a cell after court adjourns, while defense counsel prepares further witnesses.
Washington branch of the Catholic Converts League will be inaugurated on Wednesday at 2. A meeting at the Apostolic Mission House in Stockland will be led by Very Rev. AP Dugk. The league aims to welcome converts and help them feel at home, with all Catholics eligible for membership and Saint Paul the Apostle as patron. motto Lead kindly night.
Secretary to the Commissioners proposes compiling and publishing an index of district laws as a ready reference for officials. Dr Walliam Tindall recommends biannual updates to police regulations and a compilation of municipal laws predating the current government, under corporation counsel. A glossary is urged to aid residents seeking district information.
Mrs Sarah A Starr through her attorneys Wilson and Barksdale yesterday filed in the District Supreme Court against her husband Jacob Wallering seeking maintenance. The STares have been married 43 years and Starr claims her health requires she live with her daughter, wife of a physician. The defendant allegedly refuses to provide for her unless they keep house for themselves. Starr, employed by the War Department, is said to receive $1400 yearly.
Two known offenders agreed to a fight at Graceland cemetery near Bladensburg. Referee George King with a pegleg oversaw as Sproffer defeated Streeks, who was hospitalized with injuries potentially costing an eye. Sproffer remains in District jail awaiting Streeks outcome.
A five year old Syrian boy, Anton Basha, who had arrived in the United States a week ago with his mother, fell from a third story window on H Street NW and died from a crushed skull. His mother, Tucix Basha, fainted on learning the news and later was described as having dementia. The accident occurred around 1:40 PM as a crowd gathered on the street. The body was sent to an undertaker, and Lorenet Wevitt issued an accidental death certificate. The family had recently settled in the city after living in Syria.
Multiple notices detail Edward Minogue suing Washington Terminal Company and Southern Railway for injuries on October 7 seeking 1000 plus damages. Tella A Buckley sues Chesapeake Beach Railway for $6000 over a train jump after fearing collision. William S Nelson charged with stabbing a man. bail set at 2000. Local ads promote dinners, ales, and clothing services alongside utility and home goods notices.
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