Bread Law Opposed by Washington Bakers Groups
Representatives of the Washington Bakers Association, the Board of Trade, and the Chamber of Commerce opposed a proposed bread law by District sealer Col. W C Haskell. They argued the bill unnecessary and burdensome, noting it would standardize a one pound loaf with labels and various loaf sizes, plus inspection and penalties. spokesmen from all three bodies urged no enactment, stating bakers face competition without state control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Trade
Sealer
Haskell
Washington Comercial Bakers’ Association
Washington Board of Trade
Dnd
Washington Chamber of Commerce
Col
W. C. Haskell
Harry B. Leary
Boston Baking Company
Bakers’ Association
Mr. Leary
Thomas ©. Noyes
Arthur C. Moses
Fire scare at the White House due to crossed alarm wires
An alarm from the executive mansion’s engine room triggered a White House scare as heavily dressed firemen rushed inside. Ushers warned it was a false alarm after the wires in the fire box crossed, promising a quick resolution and a joke among staff.
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Executive Mansion
White House
Taft
Lohman
No. 2 Engine Company
D Street
Fourteenth
Fifteenth Streets
Freman
Wits House
Date Set for Reception for Retiring Washington Officials
Public to greet Commissioners Macfarland and West on December 20 in the District building boardroom. Afarewell reception will feature 25 business and professional representatives, no speeches, testimonials to the commissioners to be presented by John Joy Evson, proceeds to silver sets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macfarland and West
T Ueeclock
Edward J. Stellwagen
Union ‘Crust Company
Murning
Cuno H. Rudolph
Washington
Rattle Heights
Una
John Joy Evson
Central Alumni Meet Afoot to Form Permanent High School Association
Central High School alumni plan a reunion Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock with about 400 former students expected. The event aims to establish a permanent graduates association. Brief speeches are listed by Capt. Oyster Percy M. Hughes A T Stuart Dr Lane and others. A buffet luncheon will be served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central High School
Capt. Oyster
Percy M. Hughes
A. T. Stuart
Dr. Lane
Contributions fall short for tuberculosis fund appeal
The secretary of the Association for the Prevention of Tuberculosis reports funds raised fall short of needs. Several recent contributions are listed from Mrs Taft to Mrs Hanna, totaling $1,700 to date. A hint of ongoing fundraising with a closing line about giving flowers and a product advertisement follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Association For the Prevention of Tuberculosis
Mra
William H.taft
John Hay
George D. Hotning
4. P. Gardner
Christien Hourich
Corby Brothers
W. H. Chandler
William “T. Bursell
Eugene Hale
Edsan Bradley
Marcus A. Hanna
Alvin M. Lothrop
Charles A. Munn
Bridget Cails
Gude
cLife
Miss Brown Improving After Delirium Fever Shot Incident
Miss Mary R. Brown a nurse who was shot Monday night by Martin L Sterling broker during delirium from typhoid fever is reported improved by physicians at Emergency Hospital. Sterling who was moved to George Washington University Hospital has no recollection of shooting Brown. Mild improvements noted in both parties. taxicab ads and local notices mention Christmas stopping and hiring rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary R. Brown
Martin L. Sterling
Sterling
George ‘Washington University Hospital
Sayage
Mia Brown
C ‘Street
Audit Finds Shortage in Juvenile Court Funds and Poor Records
District Auditor Tweedale reports an apparent $6,447 shortage in funds collected by the juvenile court clerk and deplorable records. Former deputy clerk H N Merriman resigned after the investigation found erasures and irregular signatures. Bondsman may be required to reimburse the District. calls for legislative fixes to make clerks responsible for non support funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tweedale
H. N. Merriman
Merriman
Mark
Holiday Market Offers Special Mix Whiskies and Dinners
A chaotic classified list touts holiday specials and beverages. It promotes straight white whiskey aged six years, exotic mixes, and a Bar clay Pure Rye set, plus a $1.50 holiday combo with wine and sherry. The notice also mentions market hours, hotel eateries, and various local merchants, all in a bustling open classified style.
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Union Taffeta
Saks & Company
Pennsylvania Avenue
Seventh Street
Wen
Vo Coarne
English Doll Cabs
Albert L. Johnson
Mendelsohn’s Art
New York Ave. N
Mahogan
Napoleon
Jardiniere
Pelester
Capo de Monte
Belgien
Ambrosla
Jardinieres
New York Avenue N. W
Meldissohn
New York Ave. i
R. P. Andrews Paper Co
New York
la. Ave
N. W
Fruit Cakes
Barney’s
Sanitary Dairy Geo, M. Oyster, Jr
Minwrers
The
Redupba
Stout
Githusenea Eens
Romeos
Santverett Sslippere Ag
Blackskiverett
Bath
Rome
Macfarland
West
Central
Cook
Cary
Miss Brown
PTGO
Niaz
Razey
ESPEY
Espey's
Emad Tree
Cissta’ We
Carver Man
Washington-Sunset Houte
California
Berth
A. J. Poston
G. A
Wm. Hahn & Co
Pa. Ave
Burchell’s
Whitman
Lowney
N. W. Burchell
F Street
City Bulleting
Center Market
Uhesen Uniiatians
Hotel Johnson
Borden's
Palais Royal
Bobinger
Bobigger’s
BH. Snyder & Co
Randolph County
Indiana
JJ. Goulds
St. N. Ww
Bheetz
Muddisan & Co
Boakday
Gas Electria Lamenth St
TMG
Pont
Aes
Herrmann
Melville D. Lindsay Goodtear Rugder CO
F Street Northwent
Seventh St
Pennsylvania
Wty
Clegn
Teen Pettit & CO
Presta
Copyartisie
Friedlander
BROS
Sth
Anid
E Sts
Poeble
Kuppenheimer
Lansbargh Furniture Co
Ninth St
Temple Drug Store
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