Public Health Dept AHA Impels Quackery Laws
Representatives of the American Medical Association discuss establishing a cabinet level Department of Public Health. The conference, at the New Willard Hotel, includes 22 states and three national services. Dr Charles A L Reed chairs as debate centers on Dr James Carroll and uniform state anti quackery and pure food laws.
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American Medical Association
Department of Public Health
James Carroll
U. S
Cuba
National Paciliative Council
New Willard Hotel
Jesse W .Lazears
James Carron
Calis
Carroll
United States Army
Senate
Congress
Republc
Reed
Department of Public Realth
A J Barchield
Pennsylvania
Piot Iaing Fisher
Yale University
National Committee of One Hundred
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Lurchfild
Irving
Committee of
One Hundred
Min
HR Epiccentaties
Medical Society of the
District of Columbia
Capitol
Charles A. L. Heed
Cincinnati
Ohio
William B. Welch
Baltimore
W. L. Rodman
Philadelphia
S. D. van Meter
Denver
H. D. Burton
Delaware
George N. Acker
Washington
W Aa. Spurgeon
Muncie
Ind
J. F Percy
Galesburg
B. J. Lutz
Kansas City
Kan
Z Aude
Ceenen
Wol Cousins
Portland
Funeral Held For Mrs George T Carter In De Land Florida
The funeral for Mrs George T Carter who died suddenly in De Land Florida last Friday was held at 1 30 o clock yesterday at the First Congregational Church. Rev M Ross Fishburn assisted by Rev Dr C H Everest conducted service and interment followed at Arlington Cemetery. Pallbearers included Gen J Patterson L Alden Dr P G C Claflin J F P Johnson W W Wild and ML Leonard Mes. Carter was the wife of Maj George T Carter and mother of Mrs W W Foster of this city and Mrs George G Dennison.
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George T Carter
de Land
Fla
First Congregational Church
M Ross Fishburn
Mount Pleasant Congregational Church
C.H. Everest
Arlington Cemetery
J . Patterson
L Alden
P G C. Claflin
J F P. Johnson
Ww. W Wild
Want German Settlers for Brazil Immigration Push
Brazilian officials and Ambassador Nabuko discuss encouraging German emigration to Brazil. The diplomat hopes a million Germans will move, noting past good work and potential military exemptions, though the embassy says no exemptions have been granted and actual emigration remains very small.
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Brazil
Nabuco
William
Germany
South America
Rio Grande Do Sul
Osborn Declines Smithsonian Secretary Post Due to Research Commitments
Prof Henry Fairfield Osborn of Columbia University cannot accept election as secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. He states the honor is greatest but advancing age of his research project requires continued focus, despite board approval. Another selection will be made at the January annual meeting.
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Henry Fairfield Osborn
Columbia University
Smithsonian Institution
Board of Regents
Osborn
New York
Samuel Pierpont Langley
Police exonerated after Berry complaints against Norfolk officers
The Norfolk board of inquiry cleared Patrolmen Webb and Holloman of Admiral Berry's charges of cruel treatment and illegal detention of sailors. Sailors named include Mountdolph Leuscher, Charles P. Bilby, and J D Kellam. Kellam was acquitted of unlawful shooting after overstaying liberty. Leuscher and Bilby were convicted for disorderly conduct and served jail time in default of fines. Officers found no evidence of cruelty.
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Washington Post
Norfolk
Board of Contre- To
Berry
Webb and
Holloman
Mtndolph Leuscher
Charles P. Bilby
J D. Kellam
Kellam
Liiberty
Leuscher
Bilby
Admiral Berry
Kansas Battleship Sets High Speed at Camden Trial
Rockland Me Dec 13 The Kansas from New York Shipbuilding Camden N J exceeded contract speed on screw standardization trials along Owls Head measured mile course Her top speed reached 18 2 knots while averaging 15 123 knots in two runs and 1205 revolutions per minute for 18 knots The Kansas to begin a four hour coast run then a twenty four hour endurance test bringing her to the Delaware Capes
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Rockland
Kansas
New York, Shipbuilding Company
Camden
N. J
Owls Head
Beyg
Naval Tral Board
Delaware Capes
Army Officers Placed on Retired List and Leaves
Army orders show Capt John L Barbourres sirem and First Lieut James Longstrest receive short leaves of five and ten days for recruiting duties. Second Lieut Willam H Hawes serves three months, while others, including Col Louis V Carlare and Col Oliver B Wood, are placed on the retired list with dates in 1906 to 1908. Movements of ships include arrivals at New Orleans Tampa and Norfolk, plus craft shuttling among Lambert Point and Hamp ton Roads.
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John L Barbourressirem
Dye
Ust
Lst
Loule V Carlare
Oliver B Wood
William ‘M. Wellace
Charles F H. Noble
William W. McCammon, Jr
Twentythird Infantry
Columbus
Ohio
Louisiana
New Orleans
Hull
Tampa
Lebanon
Lambert Point
Abarenda
Sauad
Hopking
League Island
Hampton Roads
Norfolk
Indiana
Navy Yard
New York
Rocket
Washington
Funeral of Maj. W R Lowe at St Pauls Church
The funeral for Maj. Wiliam R. Lowe was conducted at 2 PM from St. Pauls Protestant Episcopal Church by Rev. Dr. Alfred Harding and Rev. Dr. Pettus. Pallbearers included George Marsh Dr J H Johnston J N Breed B S Woodford Charles Braley James H Wilson James Co Parker and Thomas B Buxton. Interment was in Arlington Cemetery. Christmas Gifts advertised at Lansburgh Furniture and Carpet Co 012 Mintz St NW.
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W. R. Lowe
Wiliam R. Lowe
St. Paul's Protestant Episcopal Church
Alfred Harding
Dr. Pettus
Grace Church
Georgetown
George Marsh
J. H. Johnston
J N. Breed
Woodford
Charles Braley
James H. Wilson
James Co. Parker
Thomas B. Buxton
Ariington Cemetery
Turkeys to be plentiful for Christmas trade
Commission merchants report abundant turkey stock and favorable shipping conditions. They expect little price movement in the next ten days, with first class birds likely remaining just a few cents higher than current quotes. Local dealers say demand will be met and prices kept within reach of most shoppers.
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Commission
Thomas P. Hickman
Hickman Produce Company
Mr. Hickman
Albin Price
Krey, Price & Co
Post
Mr. Price
Money for City's Poor Plea for Dateless Gifts
The Associated Charities treasurer John Joy Edson reports a goal of 16000 for next year as private donors and organizations list varied contributions. Names include FP Lippincott, Mrs Eliza Hutchins, Admiral Van Reypen, Dr Julia Green, Larz Anderson, Washington Automobile Dealers Association, and many others totaling the drive’s push.
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John Joy Edson
Associated Charities
Lippincott
Wiliam Creighton Woodward
E. DE. Mills
Larz Anderson
George P. Whittlesea
Gershom Bradford
James M. Flint
RG Kellogg
William Beldeo Noble
Duane Esfox
Washington Automobile
Washington Automobile Dealers’ Alsoriation, $3; J. H. Bridgett
Samuel Joy Muster
John Taslow Arms
Brickman Mann
Mary van de Lande
Slomorial Lutheran Church
Carroll Institute Dramatic Club Stages Two Plays
The Carroll Institute Dramatic Club drew a large audience with A Happy Part and Sarahs Young Man at Carroll Institute Hall. Performers Catherine Loughran, Frans J P Cleary, Denis I Connell, Hdlth P Luckett, Sue Murray, Bliss Louise Brinker, John J Gorman and John O Allen gave lively portrayals under director John Hoffman.
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Carroll Institute Dramatic Club
Theyre Smith
Comadlettr
Sarah
W. E. Suter
Carroll Institute Hall
Catherine Loughran
Frans J.P. Cleary
Honeyton
Denis I. Connell
Sam Blodent
Spencer Wreck Report Soon Hearings May Close
The Southern Railway did not resume the wreck investigation into the Lawyers, Virginia crash of November 29 due to witnesses failing to reach Washington on time. Hearings will be held today and may conclude the inquiry with a public statement expected tomorrow or Monday.
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The
Southern Railway
Lawyers
Washington
Rates Hearings Set by Interstate Commerce Commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission schedules hearings in Chicago on January 7 and 8 for Texas cattle associations and railways over alleged unreasonable interstate rate differences for cattle and livestock. A January 24 Spokane case tests amended long and short haul rules, charging Spokane against Northern Pacific and others for high regional charges.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Chicago
Union Stock Yards
R. R. Shiel & Co
Trinog Central
New York
Massachusetts
Spokane
Wash
Chamber of Commerce of
Northern Pacific
Seattle
Tacoma
Portland
More Firemen for District Seek Extra Time Off Pull
Commissioner Macfarland with his fellow commissioners asked Congress for funds to hire thirty five additional privates for the fire department. They seek to allow firemen one day off in four at home instead of one in five and to add another man for twelve hours at night. Earlier efforts to grant extra time off without added staff were ruled infeasible by Chief Belt who warned it would weaken firefighting strength.
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Congress
Macfarland
Con.gress
Macferland
Belt
Plea for Roller Skaters Protests Over Sidewalk Ban
Parents urge keeping roller skating on sidewalks as the Commissioners plan a policy banning it on sidewalks. A hearing is requested and will likely be granted. Mrs. Lona C. Gardner of 848 Tenth Street NW argues skating is healthy and safe, and banning sidewalks would push children into streets with reckless drivers.
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Lona C. Gardner
Tenth Street
Funeral for Mrs. Margaret A. French Held Today
The funeral for Mrs. Margaret A. French, who died Wednesday, is at 1 o clock this afternoon from her daughter Mrs. Margaret A. Clark’s home at 406 Harvard Street. Mrs. French, 80, long prominent in Washington society, is survived by four sons, Dr. William E. B. French, James A. French, Edward R. French, and George M. K. French. her father was the late Peter Brady, secretary to President Jackson.
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Margaret A. French
Margaret A. Clark
Harvard Street
French
Washington
Peter Brady
Jackson
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Smithsonian
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Lansburch Furniture & Carpet Co
Minth St
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Fulton St
Cheminta
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EB. la Momiagne & Sons
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Outerbridge Florey Co
Knoxville
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F Street N. W
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Damien Pourpre
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