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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1906
Page
16
Secretary of Agriculture pushes stricter meat inspection rules with weekly reports to the Bureau of Animal Industry. He vows complete, rigid compliance, gathers data from railroads, and asserts all government labeled products will cross state lines only if meeting federal standards.
Report from Baltimore notes Rosetti the Syttan leper in a freight car has not reached immigration authorities. Baltimore officials say they have no jurisdiction and no formal request for deportation has been made. The case raises questions about when disease contraction in the country can be used as prima facie evidence.
The State Department asked the North Carolina governor to permit an Italian government agent to attend hearings on the alleged killing and wounding of Italian laborers. The Italian Embassy was instructed to appoint a representative to attend the trial and gather facts, amid claims the incident occurred during railroad work and involved a mob attack. The governor is expected to grant access to investigate the case thoroughly.
The Interior Department appoints promotions for twenty five clerks across several states and districts. Edward Fox of Washington heads the list with a raise to 1809 dollars, followed by Elton Macfarland in New York and Lloyd Prather in Kentucky among others. Names include Myers Pennsylvania, Ayers New Jersey, Ho Reichard Pennsylvania, Lambert Boyd Michigan, Reese Maryland, Smith District of Columbia, Megiason Wisconsin, Mason West Virginia, John Smith Pennsylvania, Thomas Massachusetts, and Robt Holl Massachusetts, plus Anna Nevins District of Columbia as a telephone operator promoted to copyist.
Judge Mullowny returns from vacation to oversee apportionment of rooms in the new Slath and D streets Northwest court building now under construction. JudgeKimball Assistant U S Attorney Ralph Given and police court officials inspect the future home but offices await Judge Walloway arrival. John Morriarity a Belleville New Jersey twelve year old known as the Jersey hobo kid arrived in Washington hungry and footsore. police took him in and he was returned home today.
Inspector Ashford issued permits yesterday including a five story brick apartment at 18 First Street Northwest to Alonzo A Bliss with architect A Goerner and an estimated cost of 103000 dollars. Metropolitan Club at 1708 HE Street Northwest approved repairs and alterations by Richardson and Burgess at an estimated cost of 22000 dollars.
A balky horse on Pennsylvania avenue resisted a pair, then bolted after a young man and his female companion shouted commence. Attempts to whip, sand in ears, and dragging failed. The woman seized reins, the horse sprang forward, and the pair fled along Fifteenth Street into the night.
Agricultural Department outlines a major project to drain parts of the Everglades at Florida expense. Under James O Wright, maps and surveys seek the most feasible drainage method to reclaim virgin soil, with the federal government advising while remaining ready to assist. Governor Broward has discussed aims with Secretary Wilson and Wright, emphasizing a vast restoration program.
A Washington outing is planned at Chesapeake Beach on August 17 hosted by Samuel J Masers a banker who will bring 2000 children with him for a full day of free pleasures. United Charities will issue invitations and tickets for transport and meals with entertainment and beach activities all day.
The funeral for James A. Conner will be held at Hamline Methodist Episcopal Church at 3 20 o'clock today. He had been a long time resident of the city and is survived by three daughters ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. His wife died thirteen years ago shortly after their golden wedding.
The funeral for John Connell lasting a prominent contractor will be held at his home on 27 L street northeast and followed by a 9 o clock mass at St. Aloysius Church. Connell, born in County Limerick, Ireland, came to the country young. his wife Mrs Mary Connell survives him. In a separate incident, Captain William H Cullison, 56, of 1123 Sixth Street Southwest, sustained a fractured left leg when a heavy anchor bar fell onto it while he was adjusting the anchor chain aboard his boat in James Creek Canal. he was taken to Emergency Hospital.
District Attorney Baker and assistants prepare for the next session with major cases about to proceed. Notable matters include the Dimond Hyde Bengon land frauds against the Federal government and Representative Binger Hermann on public trust charges. The ice dealers case tops the docket as the summer term begins July 3, with trials likely to extend into October.
The Prisoner’s Aid Society of Washington asks public help as funds run dry. Mr Massie and Mrs Mary Case urge subscriptions to cover about three hundred dollars to sustain fines paid fares and shelter for offenders until fall. Clothing donations are welcome. About forty six cents per day funds one prisoner’s care for six years of statistics.
A New York physician in a women’s hospital urges mothers to avoid kissing infants on the lips claiming germs and diseases spread this way. She recalls a newborn’s death after a kiss and warns against any facial caresses while promoting gentle tenderness through minimal contact. Government receipts note bank note redemptions of 722 808 and internal revenue of 1 062 182 with customs 878 165 and miscellaneous 2 642, expenditures total 42 560.
Patrick H Hogan president of the District Construction Company pleads not guilty and seeks a jury trial before Judge Kimball. He faces an eight hour law violation charged by J S. Eushy-Smith of the district attorney. Bond set at 5000. A similar charge against Pennsylvania Company filed. Hogan's firm rebuilding Connecticut Avenue bridge and Piney Branch span. Case signals broader investigations spurred by the Central Labor Union. Trial possible within ten days unless continued.
The board nominations committee is not considering a local man for the post. It has shifted focus to outside candidates, citing nine letters from Aaron Gove declining consideration. President Baird and James Foyster met the committee, which plans to continue work for several days and may recommend to the board. Correspondence includes Kendall, Hoyt of Taenapolig, and AENBOTly of Omaha.
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