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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1907
Page
9
The Washington dispatch notes a stronger stock market in the week ending June 3 as relief over France’s peace boosts sentiment and crop prospects. Investors avoid heavy selling while fears about dividend stability ease, with gold flows and bond demand shaping a broader financial move. The piece mulls French political stability, bank concerns, and the outlook for wheat and cotton crops amid rising prices.
The report notes renewed optimism in London, Paris, and Berlin stocks amid rising volumes, higher prices, and a shift from depression to cheerfulness. Investors expect a gradual recovery with Consols advancing, income tax anxieties in Paris, and bank-backed buying supporting industrials as American markets withstand global gold drains.
New York June 2 There is growing speculative interest in the market as midyear money settlements loom. Professionals seek reinvestment in securities and higher valuations in balance sheets. Foreign capital prospects are discussed with focus on American railroads and potential profits, while bankers foresee reduced borrowing in the fall and a favorable outlook for US exports and gold movement.
A capital city editorial argues against shutting down wells amid water safety concerns. It questions the proof of danger, cites a commission's cautious finding, and warns of hardship for many citizens who rely on Potomac and local water for decades. The piece appeals to fairness and public health in defense of continued access.
Members of Epland Methodist Church and friends heard Rev C Herbert Richardson deliver a Fourth of July sermon at the Tenth and D avenue church where the Dec laration of Independence was cited. He warned against indulgence and pride in pleasure while praising America as land of opportunity. The program included a flag recital by Miss Maggie Larkin and a song by William J Palmer with a choir chorus. The Ryland Churh Sunday School plans its annual excursion to Marshall with a steamer departure at 10 am and 3:39 pm and an entertainment program and athletic carnival announced.
Delegates representing the District of Columbia Army and Navy Union at the biennial gathering in July outlined a plan to press for two months extra pay for Spanish American War soldiers discharged before muster out due to sickness or disability. They voted unanimously to support the measure and to back Gen Andrew Burt for next national commander. They also favored establishing national headquarters in Washington for the Army and Navy Union. The meeting was led by Cal Robert Anton with William Wickes as secretary.
Reader asks about widow and minor child pensions, eligibility under general law, and evidence needed. The columnist outlines that eligibility requires death due to service or duty, income limits, and recommends medical affidavits, physician statements, and proper timing for accrued pension claims or increases. Guidance covers widow, minor child, accrued benefits, and reimbursement for funeral expenses with procedural notes.
The article describes new immigration restrictions and pension implications affecting widows and veterans. It notes increased head taxes, restoration limits for pension under restriction acts, and the government’s revenue impact. It mentions a second husband and uncle's pensions, plus deportation and arrest provisions for immoral behavior and harboring.
Rev Donald C MacLeod declares the Anti Salo on League acts as church ally, capable of influencing politics and business in the temperance battle. Leaders praise unity of church and league, urge laws against liquor, and call for enforcement and local sentiment to deter new saloons near the Congressional Library. A Presbyterian service and choir performances marked the day.
Mr Julius Lansburgh hosted a farewell banquet at villa Flora Cid Saturday honoring H L McNalty as he severed ties with Lansburgh Furniture and Carpet Co. A goat’s watch and other gifts were exchanged. guests included Hayes, Keeper, Bench, Holland er, Mentaet, Sebring, Dingman, Jackson, and others from Baltimore and Washington. McNulty also received tributes from Columbia Lodge FAAW and colleagues, and will relocate to New York to head the wholesale furniture division.
A long roster lists numerous names and accompanying spouses or partners across many hotels in cities from Baltimore Boston Chicago and beyond. The compilation names individuals and their affiliations with Metropolitan and other organizations, including many households in states like Maryland Massachusetts New York Ohio Michigan and more, reflecting a broad social register. The entry reads like a hotel guest directory with scattered city and state abbreviations and many personal names without a clear central event.
A large gathering of graduates and former students from Gallaudet met for morning chapel at the university. Speakers included Rev John Walter Michaela of Arkansas and Rex James Menry Cloud, with prayers and benediction by Louie Plosud. The event featured addresses on Deaf education and a fund allocation to assist needy students to continue studies at Kendall.
Detectives Baur and Cornwall nabbed two Romanian suspects Max Lichtenberg and Benjamin Tsacson at Center Market on Saturday amid a spree of thefts last week. Four victims reported pocketbook thefts with sums from 2 to 10 dollars, valuables missing, and descriptions matched the prisoners. Police plan further inquiries today and tomorrow to check for prior records and connections, with arraignment unlikely before Monday.
Reports indicate U S Steel will invest about a billion dollars in new gas-fueled machinery to replace coal in production. Experiments at Edgar Thomson Braddock show gas firing engines replacing coal burning, with two engines costing around 200 000 dollars each. Gary Indiana will see twenty or more engines installed as a new plant rises, marking a nationwide shift to gas powered furnaces and related equipment.
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