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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1909

Page

35

Carnegie idea error nobody can regulate price

Professor Seligman of Columbia questions Andrew Carnegie's plan for industrial control and argues government likely cannot fix prices or prevent profits. He notes past attempts failed and predicts the scheme would be ridiculed and unlikely to succeed.

New Haven Fed Wiliam ' R Sumner Yale Iacuss Andrew Carnegie Beune Seligman Eonomi Columbia University Economisto

Obituary notices allege multiple deaths in town

A garbled obituary page lists numerous names including Jose Mearte, George Bond, Patrick Downes, and Fride Loreen, with scattered details of birth and death dates in February 1939. The text references residences, church services, and funeral arrangements across local streets and venues, indicating a community-wide notice column.

In Memoriam and Death Notices Fragment

Fragmentary morning paper notes honor Francis Toarioy and life events. Partial lines mention marriage notices, obituaries, and public notices from various papers including Hoosier Herald and Pioneer Press.

Washington Ae Snyder Rice Fochente Herald Toute Epublie Ntianbener Boul Pioneer Press Owe Syristav

Funeral Directors Names and Addresses in Washington DC

A garbled 19th century classified listing shows multiple funeral directors and embalmers with addresses and contact details. Entries include William Les, John R Wright Co, R F Harvey's, Wm H Sardo & Co, Thos A Costello, Frank Geier's Sons, W R Speare, and Geo Zurhorst, with street locations and phone hints.

William Les Erin Price Town John R Wright H Sardo & CO Piona Lincoln Sergeon Cain Thos A. Costello Funfpal Meatmet Frank Geier’s Sons R. Speare N. W StreCy Tolacs Sonabie Speare Mery MRL Geo. P Zurhorst US Watarer Byralmir Firaliowics Canitot Frey Fustral

Carnegie on regulation of prices and monopolies debate

The excerpt argues price controls are impractical and dangerous, defending competition in steel and iron. It criticizes artificial monopolies, notes natural regulatory needs for rail, gas, and water utilities, and urges public accountability over corporate profits to sustain healthy competition.

Carnegie Carneme United States Steel Corporation Standard of Company United States Australia New Zealand Ita Scope Tue Post Tue Sunday Post

Greensboro capital move sparks legislative push in North Carolina

Special to The Washington Pear Staleigh NC reports bills introduced in the legislature to move the capital to Greensboro and to seek public input on the change. Other measures discussed include paying solicitors in criminal court, funding for schoolbooks, water inspection, and bonds to enlarge the state capitol and fund drainage districts.

Washington Pear Staleigh Greensboro Senate

United States Court of Appeals Opinions In Various Bankruptcy Appeals

Feb 13 Richmond VA United States circuit court of appeals recovers its morning opinion with Judges Goff Pritchard Dayton present. Cases include Walter A Wood Company v HM Eubanks trustee of Implement and Supply Company bankruptcy, Statesville district reversed remanded, Buggy Company v A Riaud trustee of John L James bankrupt appellant from Wilmington NC remanded. Norfolk Washington Steamboat Company v Waverley N Ragland appellant from Norfolk district court argued by White Thorp for appellee.

Dr Miles Nervine Promises Relief for Nervous Debility

Advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine as a cure for unstrung nerves and sleeplessness. A testimonial from A. C. Cle of Rockingham, North Carolina claims rapid recovery after using the product, with a money back guarantee if not helped.

Miles A. C. Cle Rockingham N. C

Swamp-Rest promoted as kidney bladder remedy

An ad-style article warns of hidden kidney and bladder disease and lists symptoms such as back pain headaches and fatigue. It endorses Swamp-Rest the Kilmer remedy claiming it treats kidney liver and bladder issues and builds general health. A free sample offer and booklet are extended via Dr Kilmer & Co Boston for readers of The Washington Daily Post.

Kilmer & Co Binghamton N. Y Washington Daily Post

Skin grafting saves life in Baltimore

City Hospital surgeons use skin from humans and puppies to graft a burned four year old, Raymond Howard, after eight months of operations beginning in September. The boy’s back and limbs receive new skin, straightening his bent frame and gradually healing wounds amid ongoing care.

Baltimore City Hospital Raymond Howard

Bishop Hoss Rallies in Johns Hopkins Surgery

Baltimore February 13 Bishop E E Hoss of the Methodist Episcopal Church South underwent a lengthy intestinal operation at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He was on the table nearly two hours, longer than expected, due to worse than anticipated condition. He rested easier this evening, though serious, and more hopeful. Over a hundred telegrams of sympathy arrived from across the country.

Baltimore E E Hoss Methodist Episcopal Church South Johns Hopkins Hospital Hoss Wiile

Pupils Suspended As West Virginia High School Delays

Special to The Washington Post from Moundsville West Virginia on February 15 reports the entire high school was suspended after pupils refused to attend, claiming a holiday. Faculty say students remained on premises shouting and disrupted classes, resulting in no session that day.

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Andrew Carnegie Offers Half Cost For Baltimore Park Organ

Andrew Carnegie proposes to cover one half of the $3,200 organ cost for the Harlem Park M E Church in Baltimore to replace a fire destroyed instrument on December 22. The congregation will raise $1,600 to fund the purchase.

Andrew Carnegie Harlem Park M. E Baltimore William A Smith Mayo Anne Arundel County

Both Seek Divorce Special 10 rne Washington Post

Rosa Landau a former Washington DC stenographer sues Julius Landau foreman of a Winchester printing plant for divorce alleging repeated beating during fits of temper and threats to kill if she remained in the house. She seeks alimony of 19 dollars weekly and counsel fees. Landau files cross bill through his counsel.

Washington Post Winchester Rosa Landau Washington Julius Landau Landau

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