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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1912
Page
7
Major streetcar firms report strong revenue from passenger traffic with over 100 million riders. Despite high gross receipts, Brightwood and Anacostia systems post deficits, while other lines show varied profits and rising operating costs across model lines and subsidiary divisions.
A young baker named Edmonds and her mother travel with a delegation to Washington. They visit hotels and landmarks, attend the bread box contest awards, and plan a return to New Ebbitt for a party with the Tait delegation before sightseeing in sprawl of the capital area.
Count Francs von Lustrow, now in Washington with his wife, explains a historical duel that stirred European gossip twenty years ago. The duel, tied to a quarrel over embassy recognition, involved Countess Deym and Count von Tuetzen and occurred in London during the Austrian embassy affair. The two men were not seriously wounded, and the tale links to court intrigue and postal diplomacy as the couple visits Washington.
An Arab attack wounded an aerial scout during a raid near Cyrendica while Italian destroyers shelled coastal villages and ships in the Bel Sea. The wounded officer, Captain Ment Uiy, survived with his companion’s aid and provided valuable intelligence.
Reports from authoritative quarters say 25400 Turkish troops of all arms from Anatolia head toward Rodosto and the Sea of Marmara region for concentration. The deployment plans foresee heavy reinforcement to Macedonia with infantry regiments cavalry and artillery brigades en route for eventual transfer to the front.
Frederick P Lange was awarded a verdict of 8000 in Circuit Court with Judge Loud presiding. He was a driver of a public vehicle struck by a Curity Traction Company car on October 21, 1908 at Lifteenth and streets. Sauter testified he remembered nothing before the accident. The plaintiff’s case was supported by testimony from Smith Fly Jeliffer Newark allenist and others.
Likens banks to stores and argues banks can meet public demands. Washington chapter of the Mineticur Institute heard a talk on bank functions at the Munking vt venue. The annual banquet at the London Hotel on February 10 will feature Senators Brad ley and Pepresantitves Weeks Littleton aut Notrig and Juan Gardin, with Joshua Stausar presiding. Re Rev Alhed Harding-Linkay will deliver the invocation.
Major Daniel B Lowells death was reported after a long military and religious career. He served two years in the Civil War with the New York Infantry and lost his right arm. He became chaplain in the U S Army and later chief chaplain of the GAR. He was an author and held a post in the chaplaincy. Survived by wife Harriet A Foswell and miseries. Funeral at 1 p m from the family home on Twenty Seventh Street, burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
British Boy Scout leader Gen Robert Hagen Powell attended a Boston visit featuring a City Club banquet and Tremont Temple lecture. Attendees included Capt Dewitt Coffman and Lt Muldowney, with escorts from the British Naval and Military Veterans Association. Powell was made an honorary member of the association.
In Sandereville an elderly woman, Fannie Haynes, died when a live coal in her lap ignited her clothing as she sat before a fire. Her sister, Marla Haynes, rushed to help and suffered serious burns but survived. Also noted is a proposed Abraham Lincoln memorial building project in Washington with a plan to form a commission to select a site and obtain designs.
Policeman Joseph J Branzeil of the Third precinct collapsed and died of heart disease during a raid on a house between Thirteenth and Fourteenth streets Northwest. He had been off duty recently for heart issues and lived with his mother at Thirty Fifth Street Georgetown. Branzeil served nine years and patrolled Pennsylvania Avenue for three.
A Washington lodge event hosted a beefsteak social to honor new relatives and friends of members. Entertainment featured Miss May Fiork and Miss Marian Melall with soprano solos, and John C. Maxwell as toastmaster. Committee chairs included Thomas F. Maller and Crako Myers with refreshments by Ctrako Myers.
Stephen Wood a one year old boy appeared before Judge DeLacy on a charge connected to evading school by feigning illness. The boy claimed he smeared coughing as a pretext after playing with peers, aiming to miss classes. Authorities noted his repeated late arrivals and probation for truancy and mathematics issues.
The Rev T Warner, long time patribh servant and secretary to Bishop Saterlee, was yesterday named rector of St Albans succeeding Dr G J Bratenahl after fifteen years as rector. Born August 7 in Amiuret, he was ordained in 1610 and served as priest under Bishop Wading before taking the succession.
The League of Republican State Clubs plans a February 10 dinner at the New Willard with 606 tickets sold. Speakers include Gov Goldsborough, Secretary James Winnon, Rep Longworth, Rep Hill, Sen Root, Rep Woodmansee, and Sen Penrose. A Washington musical program by major artists will conclude the event. The dock extension scheme in Liverpool aims to deepen the Mersey to accommodate vessels of 12 feet, with a cost estimate of 15 million dollars.
Conference committee Medy and In Gorges measure passes Senate as part of universal transfers plan. Executives urge earlyHouse action, praising aid from Central Labor Union Plaza Printers Local and others. A citizens conference meeting at Chamber of Commerce Tuesday night to decide next steps.
Actress Marguerita Sylva born Alice Helene Mann filed for divorce from William David Mann alleging persistent nonsupport and desertion dating from April 1912. She testified they separated in Paris in 1909 and claimed $s a month, while he reportedly had no business except helms. Court ordered decree drawn up.
Rodolfo, heir to Panama, was sworn in as president to replace Dr Pablo Arosemena who retires on leave. Arosemena plans to stay in Panama until April then travel to the United States unless political events force him to resume. The cabinet resigned today ahead of the retirement.
A health Wash Fed i-4 receiver was appointed today for the bonded Columbia Rover Orchard Company. The Washington Orchard indi catum and fault company and other subsidiary to the first Hounds on the orchard company have been sold nationwide. Attorneys in the case report the companies have no available assets.
Western Reserve University president Charles Thwing announced at the New York Alumni Association meeting the completion of the 1400 enhancement for its medical dual, with Joan Rockefeller promising 9000 in September 1910 on a two year plan. Samuel Mather Hanna II Hanna and J Wade of Cleveland pledged 400 each to cover a deficiency, with total 4000 pledged toward the endowment and 800 to new women’s dormitory, advancing the Rockefeller gift and campus improvements.
The 1st year law class of George Washington University held an election to organize the George Washington Law School Association. Presiding officers included Ernest Arthur Unllom as president and Walter Bradley as treasurer, with officers and speakers for the evening named from among class members.
Don’t wait for spring to cleanse your blood of winter impurities and build up your system now. Doing so helps you weather sudden weather changes and may save you from serious sickness later.
Advertisement-style note touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as medicine to take for purifying the blood and renewing strength. Mentions usual liquid form and chocolate tablets named Sarantabe.
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