Poison on pigs and a human death linked to insecticide
In Washington a local insecticide linked to a man’s death is under investigation. District chemists test two guinea pigs in separate jars using variants of the suspected poison, noting paralysis and labored breathing. Coroner Nevitt questions death causes while a local maker admits selling the product used, though claiming it harmless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Health Department
Henry Markley
Herbert Armstrong
Oliver Hack
Central Union
Nevitt
Markley
Nevilt
Washington
Pntie
St Wags
Armstrong
Oliver
New York Minister to Deliver Sermon Series in Capital
The Rev William Wilkinson of New York will conduct a series of services in Washington churches at the request of Bishop Harding and the Episcopal clergy. He arrives Saturday and stays until February 12 delivering the first sermon Sunday at the Church of the Epiphany. He will reside at 116 Vermont Avenue and oversee the noon services at Trinity Church in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Capital
Harding
Abresa
Washington
William Wilkinson
Ife
Vermont Avenue
Wkinson
Trinity Church
Financial District
Save Horses’ Lives Amends Stable Law Bill Proposed
Representative Ayres of New York introduced a DC house bill to ban stabling horses above ground floor due to a recent fire that trapped horses. The measure seeks penalties from ten to one hundred dollars per horse for violations and urges support from District women’s groups for swift enactment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayres
B. Ayres
New York
House
District of Columbia
Committee On
Mr. Ayres
Horaes
Demand for $43,287 in U S contract dispute
Lewia FE Smoot of Washington seeks $43,287 from the United States in a Court of Claims case over sand supply for the Washington filtration plant. He says orders by Engineer Col. Smith S. Leach reduced his authorized cubic yards, cutting profits and adding plant costs. The government argues the order lacked War Department approval and that the new plant was needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. E. Smoot
Court of Claims
Lewia FE
Smoot
Washington
Unitedtates
United States
Col. Smith S. Leach
Rubber boot making lecture by William H L Palmer
William H L Palmer of Boston presented a lecture for the Progress Club at Seventh and K streets northwest detailing rubber boot production from tree to wearer. Demonstrations included actual boot and pail making, with handwork emphasized. The event featured a buffet with Charles P. Jones of Heston Rubber Company guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William HL. Palmer
Boston
Progress Club
William Hohn & Co
Ate
Seventh
K Streets
Tamer
Mr. Talmer
Palmer
Frm
William Hahn & Co
Shuen
Charles P. Jones
Baltimore
Heston Rubber Company
City Bulletins and Vaudeville Listings for Today
Reads like a busy program sheet with multiple venues and showtimes including Belasco notes and National Vaudeville acts. Also mentions Holmes Bakery wagon calls, a dancers fundraiser at the Masonic temple, and laundry service ads plus drink and beer delivery.
Assails Fee System Calls for Abolition of Mount Vernon Charges
In Richmond yesterday the Mount Vernon Antifee Association pressed to revoke or amend the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association charter to stop admission fees at Washington estate. H R Dodge defends fees as essential, noting estate costs about 25 000 yearly while less than 20 000 is raised by charges. Officer Frdenck Whipple and secretary William J Lowder push for action as hearing is postponed to allow counsel representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Vernon
Virginia
Richmond
Mount Vernon Antifee Association
Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association
Washington
Ladies’ Association
Ernie Ball
Andfee Association
State Corporation Commission
Mount Vernon Ladies’ Asanciation
Cornerstone Laid for J Ormond Wilson Normal School
Under the Columbia Heights Citizens Association, the cornerstone for the J Ormond Wilson Normal School near Eleventh and Harvard streets was laid yesterday by Dr W M Davidson superintendent of public schools. Judge Charley Bundy presided. W E Andrews auditor of the Treasury delivered an address on other purposes of the school. Formal dedication planned for October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Heights Citizens’ Association
J. Ormond Wilson Normal School
Eleventh
Harvard Streets
W. M. Davidson
Charley 8. Bundy
W. E. Andrews
Treasury
Valentine Parties Leap Year Style Attracts Guests
Valentine day celebrations rise with leap year novelty. Hostesses plan rose decorations heart shaped centerpieces and cupid motifs for luncheons dinners and dances. Games include a playful leap year proposal with baskets arrows and ribbons. prizes feature heart shaped bonbons frames and locket keepsakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yhia
Nor wav e cod liver oil emulsion ad
An advertisement extols Ozomulsion cod liver oil emulsion as a health tonic boosting blood, digestion, and immunity. It claims protection against flu, consumption, asthma, and chest cold, touting taste, ease of use, and availability by mail order from Osorullon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mounted Police
Osorullon
Mall
Nor- Way
Meihi
Oe loRar
Jury Returns Verdict For Defendant In Malicious Prosecution Suit
In Circuit Court No 1 Judge Stafford presided as a jury ruled for Frank F Altemus in the case brought by George Kieny seeking 4000 dollars for malicious prosecution. Kieny claimed Altemus had him arrested in February 1970 on a charge that led to police court trial and acquittal. Altemus contended his actions were without malice and justified. Attorneys Archer Smith for Kieny and Wilton J Lambert and R H Yeatman for Altemus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Kieny
Altemus
George Kieny
Frank F. Altemus
Aim at Deceptive Dentists in District Bill
A bill to regulate dental practitioners in the District was sent to Congress by commissioners. It grants the Board of Dental Examiners power to revoke licenses for fraud in exams, intoxication, criminal convictions, or deceiving patients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Board of Dental Examiners
National Archives Building Bill Advances in Senate
Senator Poindexter of Washington Introduces a 1.06 million dollar plan to erect a national archives building in the capital. The bill calls for freproof construction and space for up to 4 000 000 square feet with a commission including top federal leaders to select the site. The measure traces back to 1878 and aims to model the design on European examples after consulting authorities. A Feb 23 hearing on oyster industry regulation is also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Poindexter
Washington
Committee On
National Archives
Executive Departments
Congress
Europe
yesThe
House
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of the Interior
Meigs
Army
Also Mentioned on This Page
Saks & Company
Pennsylvania Avenue
Seventh Street
Joseph E. Ward
Me OA
Henry T. Offterdinger Ene
Edgar
Ninth St. N. W
Java
Levison
UV. 8
Ection
Mail
Charles Sarka
Rex Beach
James Hopper
Joseph “Modi Patterson
Mabel Herbert Urner
Laura Crozer
Robvin Wallace
Charles Irvin Simkin
Robert Pilym
Ladies' Tailors and Dressmakers’ Association of America
Choisen
W. Schwartz
F.C. Chorley
E.W. Lrewsurer
W. L. Douglas
Sules
W.l.douglas
W.L. Douglas
W.L Douglas
Arerior
Rend Directa Factory
Douglaeao Apeck
Mrcakion
Ana Callat
W.L
Douglas
Pennsylvania
N.W
J. Nalees
Myera
Iulees
Prince Almert
M. Berman & Son
Se. W
Judd & Detweiler, Inc
Columbia
Belasco
Raticos
Maude Adama
Chane
Academy
Gayery
Tyceum
Holmes
Holmes’ Bakery
9Th St
Lodge
David Lodge
Masonic Building
Monroe
Conges
C. Tel. Weat
Beerm
Iqeer
Sonn Tn
Growiog
Virginier
FR. Whipple
Mt. Vernon Association
Washington's Tomb
H. R. Dodge
Dr. Davidson
Columbia Heights
National Archivea
Pure Food Board
Fountains
Milk Trust
Washington Brewery Co. Brewers of
Imperial Export Beer
F Street
France
The
Orient
Tiats
W. B. Moses & Sons ni'Teas
Max J. Spero
James Topper
Mr. Hopper
Rollin Kirby
Joseph Medill Patterson
Patterson
Big Brothers’ Association
B. Cory Kilvert
Post
Yee
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!