Washington tightens theater inspections after Boyertown disaster
The Washington commissioners order a thorough review of theaters public halls and lecture venues following the Boyertown fire. Chief Engineer Bett and Fire Marshal Nicholson will inspect moving picture houses and stage facilities for electrical safety and fire protection to ensure compliance with ongoing safety efforts.
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Boyertown
Washington
Macfarland
Bett
Nicholson
Mactarland
Chicago
Senate
Macfartind
Grip Epidemic Declines Yet Claims Most Deaths
The District health department mortality report shows grip causing thirty deaths in the week ending January 11, the highest among diseases. Fifteen victims were aged seventy plus, thirteen were aged twenty to sixty nine, with pneumonia second and consumption third. Total deaths reached 137, down from the prior week but up from last year’s level of 116.
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Grip
District Health Department
Board Grants Pensions for Police Families
Commissioner West approved pension awards from the police pension board. Private Philip Mansfield’s widow Mrs Mansfield and their three children receive monthly support and minors until age sixteen. Sergi G W Nokes widow Mrs Mary J Nokes gains an increased pension of 310 dollars per month, now totaling 240 dollars? per month, following board consideration.
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West
Police Pension Board
Philip Mansfield
Martha N L
Philip L
Alice Lama
Nokes
Sale of Art Objects Continues at Union Station
A City Bulletin notes the ongoing auction at the Gallery of Foreign Arts on Dupont Circle continuing through the week with exceptionally large bargains on fine art objects for home decor. Washington’s leading residents have attended auctions, bidding vigorously on rare items. The report also covers assorted local notices, licenses, personnel changes, and enforcement actions affecting the District, including liquor license updates, police, and fire department promotions.
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Gallery of Foreign Arts
Dupont Circle
Reunion of K F B Society Dates Thirty Seventh Annual Gathering
The thirty seventh annual reunion of the K F B Society is set for this evening at the Ebbitt House with many members attending. President Locus M. Cuthbert of Denver will be present along with speakers Henry E Imins Blair Lee and Rev W Tayloe Snyder. Notables from banking commerce military and naval circles send greetings including Chas Page Bryan Maj W C Borden Maj J M Partello Maj John P Finlay Col Thos N Wood Col Frank E Hobbs Col d Walker Benet Col H W Harrison T Stydell Rogers W J Maxwell Rev Chas Morris Addison and Willis Parris. Local arrangements are led by Rev Willam Tayloe Snyder and others.
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Ebbitt House
Locus M. Cuthbert
Washington
Denver
Colo
Henry E Imins
D. 3
Blair Lee
W. Tayloe Snyder
Washington Boys
Army
Chas Page Bryan
United States
Portugal
W. C Borden
J. MT. Partello
John P Finlay
Philippines
Thos N Wood
Marines
Boston Navy Yard
Frank E Hobbs
Rock Island Arsenal
Cold Walker Benet
Benecia
California
H W Harrison
T. Stydell Rogers
W. J. Maxwell
Navy
Chas Morris Addison
Stamford
Con
Willis Parris
Los Angeles
Willam Tayloe Snyder
Wiliam H Fex
Jos Cuyler Hardie
Benjamin Miller
William & [le Bue
Manassas Office Discusses Negro Education
At the annual Washington Manassas Industrial School Association meeting held at Franklin School yesterday afternoon, Leslie Pinckney Hill outlined the school’s work and funding needs. Mrs Fill spoke on female students and ongoing programs. Officers were reelected: Reverend Edward Everett Hale honorary president, Mrs Ellen Spencer Massey president, and others including Mrs David G Brewer, Mrs Robby Evans, TDPD Crosby as vice presidents, with Mrs Daniel Paul as corresponding secretary and H E Stevens as treasurer.
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Industrial School Association
Washington Manassas Industrial School Association
Franklin School
Leslie Pinckney Hill
Maenaseas Industrial School
Fill
Edward Everett Hale
Ellen Spencer Massey
David G Brewer
Robby Evans
Tdpd Crosby
Mra
Daniel Paul
Gltterman
H E Stevens
Bread Wrapping Study Says Unsized Paper Keeps Fresh
The district health department studied wrapping methods for bread from bakery ovens. Dr R L Lynch led the project and said unsized paper preserves purity. Dr Woodward reported tests 24 to 72 hours after baking found bread wrapped in unsized paper as fresh as new loaves.
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Istrict Health Department
R_L Lynch
Health Department
Woodward
District office vacancy filled and fire hose inquiry
George W A White is recommended for a laborer position in the District executive office to fill the vacancy caused by RS Shreve's resignation, with approval from Commissioner West. Commissioner Macfarland asks Chief Engineer Belt for a detailed fire hose report to justify a larger Congress appropriation, noting prior notes on hose condition.
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May Sylvester
Thomas Nally
Traas 1
Metropoltan
Priyie le Roy Hamilton
Mandas
Majo Sylvester
Humphries
Goili
M C Hargrove
George Wo
White
RS Shreve
West
Maddiman
Fire Department
Macfarland
Belt
Macfarland Beleven
Congress
Special Policemen Appointments Approved
Commissioner Macfarland approved four men for duty as special policemen. John Stewart and C W Murray appointed for the post office building, and Charles D Scott with David Hamilton designated for duty at Union Station.
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Sylvester
Macfarland
John Stewart
C W Murray
Charles D Scott
David Hamilton
Union Station
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Corner H
Sloan’s
Heguareacs
Mt. N. Ww
Hekimian &Co
Wearby
Tors J
Sloan's Art Galleries
G St
An & Cn
Sloan &Co
Chas. Kaufman & Sons
Seventh St
Entira
United Clonk Company of
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Goodyear Company
F Street
12Th
W. L. Douglas
Brockton
Mass
W.L Douglas
W.L. Douglas Boys
Portal
Broretes
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Pennsylvania Ave
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Board Grants Pensions
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Sergi Nokes
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Joseph Hammer
Edgar P W Nicheleon
T J Johnson
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K. F. B. Society
Manassas
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Great Bear
Muerzen
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Arlington Bottling Company
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Pa. Ave
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Monarch
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Mem Rodiner
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West End
Ps. Ave. N. W
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Prince Albert
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Washington Post
Gallery OF Foreign Arts, Managers
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