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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1912
Page
7
A jailed head at Jessups asks for hospital, kitchen, and separate boys quarters but reports say the legislature ignored his pleas. Judge DeLacy and Dr Whitin dispute claims, detailing hospital flaws and calling for proper care amid a typhoid scare and calls for reform.
Durand, director of the Federal census, told the City Club luncheon that current government data has reached its limit and suggested counting the population every five years. He noted the need to include surrounding suburbs within ten miles and cited a Philadelphia population figure of 1,972,000 with 1,421,800 in the city proper.
Commissioners Rudolph and Johnston announce looser controls on the Calvert street bridge after a conference. Pedestrians will be allowed on the car deck under police supervision to prevent traffic disruption while engineers discuss limiting vibrations and reinforcing the structure.
A report on Australian women’s suffrage efforts before the Stanton Suffrage Club in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Lieutenant Simena Nemitar leads Australian Red Cross scouts aiding citizenship debates and political reform, urging constitutional changes while warning taxation without representation and the dangers of delaying women’s suffrage in Australia.
Report states that in WAN surveillance the commission, with hall supervision, fined offenders. It notes a $3 fee and arrests for breaches, with authorities emphasizing court action and penalties for violations at the dance hall event.
Nathan Catton son of Mr and Mrs Otuten was confirmed at the Adas Karael Church. A Haftoran service followed and a reception will be held at his parents’ home to honor the event and his thirteenth birthday anniversary.
Professor Kinood of Columbia University argues in favor of reform while noting the historical degradation of women in Rome and the impact of industrial invasion on motherhood. He warns that rising female labor could affect child mortality and stresses class consciousness and the vote as pivotal in achieving modern rights.
Marie Olga Norris widow of Thaddeus Norris died at her Bryn Mawr home on February 2. Born in Saint Petersburg she was the daughter of the late Joseph Harris. Survived by one daughter Mrs Wittam A Lieber of Bryn Mawr Pa.
Executives outline 4 day Washington event May 1 to 4 inviting top horse owners from the United States and Canada. Entries from famed studs in Virginia and Kentucky expected, with displays of traps and drag vehicles and military horses to be shown across morning and afternoon sessions as scheduling proceeds.
Special to The Washington Pont New York reports the liner Lushania endured one of its severest storms, with 160 mph gusts, washing over decks and flooding the ship. Passengers, especially women, panicked and refused to leave staterooms as the voyage dragged on into Friday afternoon. Two tugs nearly crushed in the harbor towage chaos. One seaman was badly hurt during the tempest.
Frederick Joseph testified that Léward Tilden and Wisson Mesen, former Schwarzschild & Sulzberger officers, sought a controlling stake via stock purchases in 1918 and 1919. Stock was later exchanged for preferred shares, with transfers to the National Packing subsidiary. The government alleges the moves aimed to seize control as the trial continued through the day.
President Taft entertained a Michigan congressional delegation at the White House last night, the first political function of its kind since December. Delegation members urged Taft to appoint a U S district judge for Delaware, noting the late Justice Boardford of Wilmington as prior candidate and naming William M Lanting of Trenton as a recently mentioned potential successor.
Large audience gathered at the American Academy of Political and Social Science meeting in Philadelphia as Oscar X. traits introduced the speaker, former Persian treasury general, Wo Moi Kan Shuster. Shuster criticized British policy in Persia and Russia's alleged harsh treatment of Persians, echoing remarks from London and earlier U.S. talks. Police barred entry due to crowding before the hour set for proceedings.
The Episcopal Kye bar and fhroat Hospital announces its annual bazaar for April 24 at the Arlington Hotel. A supper will be served in the annex once home to Senator Sumner. Mrs Charles E Buck presides with a large committee including Mrs Willian D Trott and Mrs William M Acavart among many others handling crafts, refreshments, and arrangements.
The Fellowship Club of mas ter Musana hosted a formal banquet at the New Ebbitt House. Speeches by Senator Praneis and Warren, toastmaster Eagar, and remarks by Grand Master Ben Wolfe emphasize masonry fellowship. Music and readings entertained guests including many named dignitaries and club members.
The Board of Food and Drug Inspection led by Dr Harvey W Wiley rules that olive oil sold under the label sweet oil is misbranded if mixed with cottonseed oil and not labeled with the true character of the product. The decision responds to inquiries on labeling practices.
At a Yale alumni banquet, President Taft, Secretary Stimson, and notable graduates praised Yale’s impact on public service and national governance. George McLanahan, toastmaster, recounted founders waiting for a future leader as the association reflected on history and ongoing university contributions.
Reported unrest in Cuba surged as the island’s supreme court invalidated a law ousting Spanish sympathizers who held posts after the revolution. Reinstating displaced officeholders would threaten veteran groups and provoke renewed political tension as Secretary Knox’s note seeks calm.
Veterans, numerous and powerful, relax demands for total dismissal from government positions of all Spanish sympathizers only under the threat implied in Secretary Knox s note to Gomez administration. The United States would insist on a republican government. Developments are awaited with keen interest in official circles as the situation is expected to tax Gomez s resources to the utmost.
Auction of valuable store and office fixtures at 314th Street North on Tuesday February 27 1932 beginning at 10 o clock AM. Items include wall and floor cases mirrors sewing machines large Mosler iron safe copper goods and display fittings with a sturdy marble water escutcheon and vault offices. Auctioneer Adam A Weschler notes the line of cases and shelving can be used singly or together and terms available at sale location.
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