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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1908

Page

20

Morgan's Fine Print Collection of Rare Books and Tablets

A detailed description of the Morgan collection showcases a treasure trove of rare books and prints. It highlights Aldines Elzevirs and Ponpiano editions, with shelves of Bible volumes and famed chalcographic engravings. The display promises exquisite vellum bindings, gold tooling, and works by Hugo, Milton, and Conan Doyle era masters, all valued for rarity and craftsmanship.

Elsa Irn Elzevir Gould Charles Nadler Pixerevoart Dikmal Aldine Eye Bevinvacina Potiphil Ivans Wenkyn Ape Hoods Wuartes Milton Sidney Jorsen Drayton Thomas Marvell Waller Burton Yatines Martes de Leo X Henry Spain Alorgan Vontings Fjieanbergo

Trial reveals Omaha doctor’s plot to end life by shooting

Mrs. Abbie B. Rice testified about an alleged pact with Dr. Rustin to murder him for insurance and debt relief. She described arrangements to shoot him in a barn and later at his office, with Davis implicated in the plan. The defense sought to limit testimony as the case proceeds in Omaha.

Omaha Nebr Mra Abbie B. Rice Charles E. Davis Ruatin Davis Austin Ble Uy Prey Rice Iawaa Ta’ Lave Rice J Wis Kone Farnum Street Fred Nouse Mrs." Rice Mrs. Rice

Secret Lords committee urges reform of upper house

London December 3 the secret committee of the house of lords reports a plan for reform proposing that heredity should not automatically confer admission to the upper house. It favors an electoral body of hereditary peers to elect 200 members and limited bishops seats. It also recommends colonial representation for Canada Australia New Zealand and South Africa and details for qualifications and seats.

London House of Lords Canada Australia New Zealand South Africa Holt House of Commons House of Fords Opinmons

Local Real Estate Firm Reports Swell of Midcity Sales

Willige Gibba & Daniel announce 126 Columbia Road sale to Howard V Milly for 7950. Moore & Hill sell 7842 Garfield St NW to Arthur P Greeley for 7950 and 915 T Street NW to Greeley. 726 Sixth Street NW sold to J H Michaels for about 3500. 1245 Newton Street NW sold to Mrs Hilda Spencer for 14900. 446 Lumy Place NW sold to William J Moran for 3975. Soule Realty sells 14 acre Morris Road Anacostia tract to Hattie Graeme. subdivision and flats planned. developers Atha and Campbell. Farm in Culpeper county sold to David D Johnson for 16000. Other sales by Soule include 913 Highth Street SE. 1236 K Street NE. 697 L Street NE. 15 acres at Springfield MD for H H Keim. Columbia Park lot for C R Jenkins.

Columbia Road Carmody Construction Company Willige, Gibba & Daniel Howard V. Milly Sal Moore & Hill, Incorporated Garfield Street Arthur P. Greeley Patel Newton Street Hilda Spencer Lumy Place William J. Moran Charles Wade Soule Realty Company Hattie H. Graeme Morris Road Anaconta William V. Atha J. R Campbell David D. Johnson North Carotina Culpeper County Virginia Lowy Rosenberg Highth Street G. 7. Shepherd K Street Mary Jagger H. H. Keim Springfield C. R. Jenkins Columbia Park

Strong John Thomson School Name Adopted

Twelfth Street NW school between K and L streets gains title Strong John Thomson School after Dr. William Tindall cites the man’s public service and moral strength. He was once a public school instructor and is described as intellectually principled by commissioners.

Twelfth Street John ‘Thomson Thomson School Strong John Strong John Shomson Tindal Tek Macfarland

Foster Seeks House Rule Change Without Altering Speaker

Vermont representative Foster called for modification of House rules while keeping the Speaker in place. He acknowledged public desire for change and urged that any reforms come from within Congress not as radical overhaul. Easter dismissed the notion that the Speaker wields arbitrary power, stating he simply enforces existing rules.

Foster Representative Foster Vermont Gardner Hepburn Congress Easter

Inaugural Fund Givers Named For Roosevelt Ceremony

Treasurer Clarence F Norment appeals for broad public support to fund a Roosevelt inaugural. Donations from many small contributors will share honor with larger gifts. The list of donors from four years ago is cited. Norment plans acknowledgments as funds arrive and emphasizes that contributions from district residents are essential to a successful inaugural.

Tregen Clarence EF. Norment Norment Stellyagen New York Des.ra Hig Hown Novementaid Roosevelt George N. Acker Lyrom Adams C. W. Adams Stim J. Adler Albright Barker American Toe Company WH. Andersns R. P. Andrews Paper Company Artimeton Bottle Companie Arms & Drury J. Hubley Ash L.C. Bailey Charles A. Baker Bayber I John Barrett Conrad Becker Whitton Alexander Grahat Blown Tom Wiliam J. Burle CAL Boyat Henry V. Boynton Adolphia Arthur J. Brice Britton & Gray Chapin “Brown Chesapeake and’ Polomar Mt. L Combart John F. Coo Fata Corcoran James W. Cor Cornwell & Son Wiliam Charles IL Cragin Crunz Agguatun Crane, Jr Cranford Paving Companx John Croghan Rozier Dulany Dutin & Martin The Duparquet Huof & Soneuse TOD. Iarnahan & Bro Ebsugh Gude Bro Wham’ Falon Thomas H. Hail Hamilton T. V. Hammond Robert N. Barner George FL. Harrica Stor Karrig Warele Shafer Company Hhvenneraking Company Wiliam Haywood W. P.G Azn Hecht & Co Heiskell & Mubearan J. Hemphill B. Henderson Ank C. Henry Wadler T. Mensey William F Horbat Henrich Company Jaby FB Herrell A. Herrell & Go the Heurich Brewing Company Dhibha & Co Wailim F. H. Bitchcock W. HB. Hocka Janes F. Hood House & Herrmann Charles George Hurt Conjway B. Hant Wnternational Banking Corporation Jackson Bros Charles A. James Lewis Jonvinon & Co Thomas R. Jonen Maurice Aggie Iinmravine Company Kann Sona & Co F. J. Lavender Jowett He Lee J.B. Leupp Lindgay Rubber Manufacturing Company Lisher Toterop Daniel Loughran Simon Lyon J. W. Lyons Ff. Macharland Metaan Narohante ‘Transfer and Bloyage Company Mertz & Mertz Company Fred A. M Harrington Mills Moos Moore James F. Gunter Audlek Palmer 5. Parker Myron M. Parker A. K. Parris William H. Paragon A. Ross Parry, Jr R. Roosters Robert Palmer Postal Telegraph Cable Company Post & Trage Edwin Patsbury Fred HW. Polis Samuel J Rich's Sons W. F. Roberts Cuno H. Nhs Henry W. Ramson B. We Baul Wow Schacter & Co Schmid Fire Charter Bohnetder Baking Company A. R. Severn James F. Shatter Jones F. Shea M. 'H. Shes the Shoemaker Co Hans' ‘Simpson C.'G Dloan J. Henry Smart & Bon Inse H. Smith Gdoll B Smith FG. Smith Plano Company Thomas W. Smith Bolomans Kttta Spear Stanlad Ej, Bleuwagenl

Man May Eat Any Meal With Digestive Tablets

An ad promises Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets ease digestion and improve stomach function. It claims active starch and vegetable essences digest food without stomach aid, offers a free trial package by mail, and urges readers to request details via Marshall, Michigan.

Stuart Ghout Stuart Btuart Maralall, Mich

Executive committee names and Roosevelt Inaugural links

The personnel of the executive and arrangements committees is announced with a list of prominent workers from the Roosevelt Inaugural committee of four years ago. It is understood Mitton B.E. Ailen Clarence Rheem and Howard Reeside will be among those so named on the executive committee.

Stellwagen New York Roosevelt Mitton Ailen Rigga National Bank Clarence Rheem Rheem, Swartzell & Hensey Company Howard Reeside American Security and ‘Trust Company Loeund

Debate on foreign missions unity gains at Philadelphia

The Federal Council of the Churches of Christ in America opened its sessions with Bishop R. Hendrix elected president. A report by Rev James J Parton urged federation of churches in foreign missions and elimination of denominational distinctions, a proposal hotly debated before being adopted after removing the denominational clause. Four meetings that night discussed Christian Unity at home and abroad.

Philadelphia Dee Movement For Unity of Church Action Federal Council of the Churches of Christ In America R. Hendrix Hansad City Methodist J Episcopal Church Booth James J. Parton Hoston American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions Hoss Nashville Methodist Episcopal Church South William H. Roberts Philadelhia Presbyterian Enuren United States Christian Unity

Navy Unites Commands Under New Narragansett Bay Station

Admiral Merrell to head a consolidated naval command bringing together the naval war college training station hospital marine barracks on Corosters Harbor Goat Island and Bradford Rhode Island into the United States naval station Narragansett Bay. Secretary Newberry issued the order to cut Navy Department workload and streamline station control. Figures from the Panama Canal Commission estimate canal excavation at 85,568,552 cubic yards with November at 2,990,484 and October at 9,226,458.

Merrell Navy Department Newberry Naval ‘War College Naval Training Station Naval Hospital Marine Barricks Corsters Harbor Island Naval Torpedo Station Goat Island Naval Coating Station Bradford R. I Benown United States Naval Station Iathmian Canal Commission

Policeman Sager Promoted by Metro Police Board

A municipal vote or panel approved Maj. Sylvester’s recommendation elevating Guster Sager from private to a higher rank in the metro police. The official action, noted as a promotion within the department, reflects alignment with the stated career advancement plan.

Cawensuacee Maj. Sylvester Guster Sager Metro Tvie Clase

Opticians Fire Protection Expanded in Brightwood

Chief Belt increased fire protection in Brightwood by adding four more men to the chemical engine company and installing new apparatus. A quarter-size steam fire engine, a combination chemical and hose wagon with 1,200 feet of hose, and a combination chamber engine with hose wagon and ladder truck were placed in service. Total personnel rise to thirteen, horses to nine, with improved protection for Brightwood and nearby suburbs.

Brightwood Chief Belt Chemical Engine Company Macfarlong Chlef Bett United States Foiture

Restaurant bar stays open after midnight raises legal question

Corporation Counsel Thomas weighed whether a restaurant with a bar attached may let late diners finish after midnight when saloons must close. A warrant issued for staying open late noted the cafe and bar separated by a heavy curtain. Thomas urged court determination on whether such a setup violates the closing law.

Thomas Tus Gelling Hauer

Father John’s Medicine Praised by Marblehead Engineer

W F Rogers a Marblehead engineer with a M B A reports a cough reduced his weight from 28 to 237 pounds and after taking Father John’s Medicine he gained to 0 14 pounds and is now well. He advises others with cough or cold to use Father John’s Medicine.

Father John Jonn W. F. Rogers Eptet M. B. A. Marblehead

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