Stutler Bribe Case Brief Filed Before District Commissioners
Attorneys for Warner Stutler deny all charges in the blackmail investigation of the District street cleaning chief and seek acquittal. Commissioner West to draft an opinion. decision expected Saturday or Monday. The brief argues Robinson’s testimony is unreliable and questions credibility, recounting alleged bribery intent, lack of corroboration, and bias. It also details Stutler’s denial of borrowing funds and describes stock transactions tied to a joint fund with Robinson, resulting in losses and profits prior to the 1909 downturn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Cole and
Donaldson
Warner Stutler
West
Board of Commissioners
Mr. Stutler
Robinson
Stutler
Iya
Pourth
Lilly & Robinson
Lilly
Froulke & Co
Slatler
Building Declared Unsafe at Ninth and E Streets
Fire Department committee condemns the four story brick building at the northeast corner of Ninth and E Streets Northwest as dilapidated and unsafe. Commissioner Macfarland recommended investigation by the building inspector and condemnation proceedings.
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Fire Department
Ninth
E Streets
Macfarland
Wagner
Kelcher
Nicholson
Frst
Iehaits Webs Dioti
Boone Bee
Arden
Wahle
Pay of Police Court Jurors Approved by Macfarland
Investigating committee’s recommendation to avoid juror pay delays in the Police Court by requiring the court proper officer to notify the disbursing officer at least one day in advance of the funds needed. The proposal, approved by Commissioner Macfarland, aims to prevent shortages when certificates are cashed.
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Macfarland
Commissioner's Order Directs Penn Ave Street Cleaning
Ordered by Commissioner West to begin cleaning the south side of Pennsylvania Avenue at once. He stated the street department would handle it without further instruction, though he would have acted sooner. Fire Chief Belt’s plan to prevent dump fires near Benning Road was approved. Burdett's Vanilla ad copy notes value over cost.
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Pennsylvania Avenue
West
Belt
Benning Road
Burdett
Fire Aftermath in Neighborhood Blamed on Odor and Smoke
Commissioner Macfarland notes widespread complaints about a fire that began Saturday. Engine companies 10 and 17 battled through Saturday afternoon and night, relieved on Sunday, with the blaze finally extinguished at 6 48 p m. Sunday, causing illness among women and children due to odor and heavy smoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macfarland
Belasco Theater Plans Meet Washington Fire Rules At Hall
The production of Adrea with Mrs. Leslie Carter faces hurdles as Convention Hall in Washington must comply with theater fire regulations before a license can be issued. Commissioner West and others insist Belasco provide a detailed fire protection certificate and plans for further safeguards. Belasco may adjust plans to meet the requirements.
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David Belasco
Leslie Carter
New York City
Belasco
Convention Hall
Commissioner West
Hopewell H. Darneslie
Washington
Darneille
West
Road to Rock Creek Park Parkway Bill Sent to Committees
District Commissioners forward a bill named For the opening of a connecting parkway along Piney Branch from Sixteenth Street to Rock Creek Park. It authorizes purchases or condemnation of land to build a parkway up to 60 feet wide, with half the price funded from district revenues and the other half from purchases. parks budget remains at 15,000 for park maintenance this year after last year. Two parkway areas proposed, about 25 and 17 acres, with preference for the larger site. Sixteenth Street to become the boulevard linking the White House and Rock Creek Park, serving as main park entrance.
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Sixteenth Street
Senate
House
District of Columbia
Piney Branch
Rock Creek Park
Dil
Sixteenth Sreet
White House
Park
Plans for Police Court architect competition rules
City commissioners issued a revised schedule for selecting plans for the new Police Court building with a $2,500 compensation. The earlier competition was rejected after multiple plans from each of three architects were submitted due to misunderstandings. the new rules require one set per competitor and eligibility limited to local residents in the prior year.
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Police Court
Cienteets
Washington
Ertica
Guy Jose
Disagreement Over Half Holiday Policy Notice
Officials from government departments and civil service clerks debated the court ruling that Saturday is a legal half holiday for all purposes. The District Court of Appeals decision was reportedly clear, but many in authority differed on its application yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of Appeals
James Stith
U. S
Ardler
Follceman Lauren
Smith
Kimball
Double-breasted Sack Suits Promote Open Choice
A fashion pitch offers $15 to access a line of double-breasted sack suits. The dealer invites buyers to try the collection and promises to show options regardless of purchase.
Cabinet Split Over Saturday Half Holiday Plan
Subordinates favor cross schedule at noon on Saturdays while Cabinet meets to decide. Some District Commissioners West and Macfarland oppose the half holiday citing clerical boosts or court directives. Interior official Dawson notes Cabinet must act if Court of Appeals directs observance. Local notices include sentences, credit plans, and various ads from Washington, with health tonic and consumer items featured.
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Court of Appeals
West
Macfarland
Mcfarland
Duvall
Edward W. Dawson
Interior Department
Hood
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City Bulletin
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Johnston's
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J. Jay Gould
Muddiman & Co
12Th St
Joyce Engraving Company
Star
Best Family
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Heurich Brewing Co
Maerzen
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12Th St. N. W
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