Slums Report Sparks Debate Over Inspector Powers
Washington officials back the Reynolds study aimed at bettering conditions but reject his broader charges against the District government. The 1908 board, led by Captain William Kelly, has $6,000 to fund inspectors, demolition, and damages as it removes unsanitary buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James EB. Reynolds
Washington
National Capital
William Kelly
W. C.woodward
Ashford
Roy E. Haynes
Reynolds
New York
Haynes
Quick hints for holiday choosing
Short tips to aid holiday selection with practical guidance. Focus on budget, timing, destinations, travelers, and must see experiences. Consider peak season effects and accessibility to ensure smoother planning and a satisfying trip.
Hotel Ashes Hauled Proposal At Commissioners Hearing
Members of the Hotel Keepers Association attended a morning hearing before the Commissioners on extending the ash collecting service to hotels and business houses. The plan would require about 50,000 dollars. For years the Commissioners sought the funding, but Congress has restricted the service to private residences. Commissioner Macfarland said an estimate is being prepared and will be sent to Congress soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hotel Keepers’ Association
Congress
Macfarland
Suburb Utes Urge Light On Brightwood Avenue
Louis P. Shoemaker president of the Brightwood Citizens Association renews the demand for electric streetlighting on Brightwood Avenue. In a letter to the Commissioners he cites a recent death attributed to darkness and urges immediate action to prevent further accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens’ Association
Brightwood Avenue
Louis P. Shosmaker
Brightwood
Opposition to Garage Front Blocks Maryland Avenue Plan
Charles E. Myers faced action to stop a garage planned at 643-645 Maryland Avenue NW after residents objected to its alignment fronting the street. Although a permit was revoked after protests, Myers continued building and was arrested for erecting without a permit, but the Police Court dismissed the case for lack of authority. Henry Storey was promoted to District Superintendent of Repairs, with A M Proctor succeeding as assistant inspector of buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Myers
Maryland Avenue
EH. Thomas
Charles H. Myers
Myers
Henry Storey
G. B. Coleman
Storey
A M Proctor
Proctor
New Industrial Home School
Employment Agency License Rehearing Ordered
Brunson Phillips of 929 Seventh Street Northwest, refused a license to run an employment agency for alleged connections to disorderly houses, was given another hearing by commissioners yesterday with no decision announced. The panel will not reconsider their original ruling denying Busan White a license at 1747 Oregon Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunson Phillips
Seventh Street
Northwest
Lcense
Busan White
Oregon Avenue
Funeral with full honors for Capt Tanner at Arlington
Remains of Capt Tanner Yecortea U S N retired were buried at Arlington Cemetery with military honors. The service at the residence 2204 A Street NW included Loyal Legion members and naval detachments. The procession moved to the cemetery for a short service, volleys, taps, and floral tributes from friends in military and civil life. Honorary pallbearers included admirals and captains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanner Yecortea
Arlington Cemetery
2 I Tanner
Ulysses G. B. Pierce
Loyal Legion of the United States
Tanner
Marine Berracks
Navy Yard
U. 85
Mayflower
W. F. Halsey
Adjt
Read
Marine Band
Wera
Ufe
Charles O'Neil
R. B. Bradford
E. H. Gheen
BE. H. C. Leutze
Uriel Sebree
Richard Wainwright
Harvey's One-Price Men and Holiday Goods Store Ad
Century-old supplier advertises men clothing and overcoats at one price, with furniture and shoes, plus Christmas wines cigars and trees. Mentions Justin's Old Stand 619 D Street Northwest and nearby merchants like Kinmel's 1139 14th Street. Includes legal note on a Preston assault case and various shop promotions.
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Moaders
Justin
D Street
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Saka
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Saks & Company
Wagner
Ovary
Jan Boyst
Herrmann
Elgin
Waltham
Rantead
Bolla
Weltham
Roman
Maine
Issient
Elk Grove
la Ay
Guden
Inspector Ashford
John Miller
Twelfth Street Northwest
John Miller Company
W. L Turner
Druggiste
City Bulletins
Harvey’s Wine Department
Harvey
Hith St
Bert H. Trentn
Boston
Kinmel’s
14th _st
Convention Hall
Brooks Co
Sherratt
Gore
Mercy Rees
Criminal Court No
George T Preston
Preston
Joan W. Matthews
Government Printing Office
Justice Stafford
Voigt’s
7Th St
Herti
Frenis
Ene
7Th St. Ne
Johnston's
Yai
Doran Bros
N. W
Klenk Bros
Nationa
Liz Geith
A. Muddiman & Co
Procisor
John R. Kelley
Center Market
At. N.Y
J. J. Georges & Son, Inc
C. Gould
EB. FP. Brooks Co
Tith' St
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D. J. Kaufman
Pa. Ave
Agany Cole
Larga
Somfort Bie
Dreveers
Maweny
Morris Cheirs
Fina
Mahogany Music
Lansburgh Furniture Co
Inter-Ocean Building
Ninth Street
English Cape
Swea
Ters
Gloria
House of Kuppenheimer
Isidor Grosner
Irene
Albert L. Johanson
P Telephone
Scoot Atlantic
Comstock Pianos
Regal Pianos
Regal
National
C. A. Muddiman & Co
12Th St
Meppe Tee
Hebbard
Prince Albert
West
Dreas
Geo. E. Hebbard
9Th Street
N.W
Pa. Ave. N. W
Heurich Brewing Co
Maerzen
Senate
Liege
Fhone West
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