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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1912
Page
3
The report outlines Commissioner Lane’s plan to rebalance transport costs by weighting small parcels equally with heavy ones, cutting back on inflated charges. It describes through routes, block-based pricing, simplified rate sheets, color labels to prevent double charges, and a timetable for implementing reforms after an October hearing.
On a hot day hundreds of men sought relief at the Municipal Bathing Beach from 10 am to 5 pm. Dr. William Hudson, the superintendent, enforced a strict men-only rule as crowds crowded pools and lockers filled. Boys hovered outside restricted areas while some workers lamented Sunday bathing as their only escape from the heat.
George Gross a 19 year old bakery wagon driver from 18% Eleven-and-a-half street southeast failed to return home Saturday night. Police disseminated his description citywide after his worried parents notified the Fifth precinct. He reappeared late Sunday night saying he visited a friend and went fishing, bringing back some fish.
Exhibition at Potomac Park Field promises the best polo seen by the capital as Fifth and Sixth Field Artillery duel for the Velie Cup and Legare consolation cup. Fort Myer Sixth and Fifth artillery teams bring fast ponies and strong records, with West Point, Philadelphia, and Fort Myer squads set for an afternoon of keen rivalry and heavy going after rains.
The International Bible Students Association wrapped its eight day session as about 4 000 delegates dispersed. Special trains ferried many home while two halls were used yesterday. Frank Detwiler of Pittsburgh opened at the Masonic Temple, then O L Sullivan of Nashville spoke. At the Academy of Music Allen Sapone of Camden Benjamin Barton of Philadelphia and F A Cook of Detroit followed. Pastor Russell, president, spoke on Bible Punishment for Sin, drawing about 1 500 attendees who were turned away in the afternoon.
John Mitchell, Samuel Gompers, and Frank Morrison face a court action over a Buck stove boycott. If Mitchell fails to appear or waive rights, a bench warrant may be issued. Gompers and Morrison received prison terms while Mitchell’s prior six month sentence stands under review.
Mrs Forbes forwards the last debt repaid by Col John Jacob Astor to officers of a Titanic memorial. The dollar he gave at a bridge game before the disaster is said to be the only dollar she ever won at cards.
Police sought details on a demented elderly woman removed from Mrs Minnie Sopher’s home on Nicholas avenue Anacostia last night. The 80 year old, who gave the name Lulu Huth, resisted transport to the station and during the wagon ride to headquarters. She was later sent to Washington Asylum Hospital and refused to identify herself.
Detectives seek Max H. Katz a grocer of 1800 Street Northeast who vanished last Monday morning no clue to his whereabouts has been found. Mrs Katz under medical care and four nurses follow the case while Jacob Katz bedridden from anxiety and worry over his father's absence.
Special to The Washington Post Manassas Virginia July 14 The funeral of Mrs Anna Vaeler Portner widow of Robert Portner who died at her country home Annaburg took place in the Manassas cemetery The service was led by Rev Ulysses G B Pierce Unitarian Church and Senate chaplain with burial in the family lot The obsequies were delayed an hour by a severe electrical storm as rain drenched the procession The cortege and autos carried heavy floral tributes and faced road depressions on the way to the grave
Henry A. Melcher 15 years old of 15th Street southeast saved his life after his 16 year old companion Clyde Hodge of 162 BE Street southeast sank in the Georgetown channel near the Highway Bridge yesterday afternoon. Melcher aided by a passing fisherman and Harbor police recovered Hodge’s body about 3 pm. Coroner Nevitt ruled accidental death. Melcher, a grocery clerk, had rowed with Hodge from Twining City bridge area and described the struggle and near-drowning before reaching shore. Hodge was a YMCA member and government printing office messenger. funeral arrangements were not yet made.
The Bookbinders Union Local No 4 hosted a two day outing at Marshall Hall yesterday and last night with about 1 200 guests including Bubblee Printer Donnelly and Rep Frank Buchanan of Illinois as guests of honor. Athletic winners included W Gris son and Kenneth Feeney in the boys under 16 fifty yard dash, Helen Strudley and Eleie Furnman in the girls under 16 dash, Wilfred Grisson and Currin Dowrick in the boys three legged race, Elsie Nickels and Helen Lindstrom in the eye race, Cap Feeney and Fred Hoffmann Jr in the shoe race, W Grisson and Agnes Linstrom in the peanut race, Ea Paulett and Lewis Stark in the one hundred yard dash for members, Evelyn Brighton and Biste Nickels in the women baseball throwing, Mrs Harmon and Mrs Cardwell in the wives dash, William O Connell and S Bossa in the fat men race, Lue Dowrick and Marie Strudley in the thread eating, and H Piddenope in the men’s one hundred yard dash. the pressmen defeated the bookbinders 12 to 11 in baseball.
Senator Benjamin R. Tillman of South Carolina is lauded as the best posted man on plants and shrubs. Leslie Reynolds, new superintendent of the Botanic Garden, says Tillman has long supported the garden, spends hundreds yearly on experiments, and frequently consults on new plant purchases for his private garden.
Surgeon General Blue outlines a global drive against plague, focusing on rats and fleas. Porto Rico and Cuba see vigorous sanitation, fumigation, and vessel inspections. U.S. ports deploy seven day holds for arrivals from plague zones. Citizens urged to rat-proof homes and join sanitation efforts to prevent a potential commercial disaster.
Surgeon General Rupert Blue of the Public Health Service warned against a bubonic plague outbreak in Norfolk or Baltimore, noting the recent port near the National Capital could face menace. He said there is little danger of spread to Washington and pledged drastic immediate steps if needed.
Washington cat owners consider trimming felines' fur to beat heat following Chicago trend. Mrs. Henry L. West notes some proceed with care for comfort, not vanity, while stressing tails must remain uncut. Mrs. Bixby and Ragland owners report regular seasonal clipping for smoother coat and comfort.
Officials warn that the bubonic plague could reach Baltimore due to direct port links with West Indies and southern Americas. A local quarantine is in force under the mayor’s appointee, with Surgeon General caution that an outbreak in nearby ports would threaten Washington. The plan would deny ships from Baltimore admission and seek to halt transmission.
Old Glory Camp Woodmen of the World unveiled monuments to C F Crowle and J F McGrath at Mount Olivet Cemetery as a storm approached. Haples of Oregon spoke on the order’s origins and the unselfish acts of heroism that honor families, while the Uniform Rank staged precise maneuvers despite dark skies.
Fred J Fegan a 12 year old pupil of the Industrial Home School was diving in a swimming hole in Rock Creek near Massachusetts avenue and Lovers' lane yesterday when his head struck a rock. He sustained a slight scalp wound and was stunned but reached shore on his own. Treated at Georgetown University Hospital after transport from the Seventh precinct.
Carrington Calder, 37, employee of the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co., died at Emergency Hospital shortly before 7 o'clock toast night from injuries after falling from a tree at Forest Glen while putting up wires. He suffered a fracture of the right leg. a bout of lockjaw developed in the days preceding his death.
Rain forced the postponement of the Epworth League open air service at Hamline M E Church Iowa circle at 6 PM last evening. The event will be held later. Outdoor services led by Hey lL Morgan Chambers of McKendree Woe Church moved indoors on Massachusetts Avenue northwest between Ninth and Tenth Streets, drawing hundreds as the week continues.
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