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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1913
Page
6
Grogan’s promotes selling to young couples starting married life with durable home furnishings. The plan aims to provide good quality items now so buyers avoid later replacements. Emphasizes trust in customers who take pride in their home surroundings and cautions against cheap furniture.
District commissioners seek Congress action to fund salaries for the new excise board starting July 1. The act provides 2400 dollars per member, 1500 for a clerk, and 1600 for an inspector, but no appropriations exist. They also report no space in the District building for the new board, risking a lack of facilities for excise matters.
Homer N. Lockwood a noted traveler and philanthropist died yesterday morning at his Kenesaw apartments. He was born June 23 1833 in Victory NY and worked with J H Colton from 1853 to 1865 then served in the New York Assembly. He held leadership posts with Southern Central Railroad and Mount Gregor Railroad. He married Elizabeth Genter in 1886. she died twenty years later. An avid cane collector with specimens from around the world he belonged to multiple clubs and societies including Union League Cosmos New England Society and the American Geographical Society. He leaves no immediate family and was a cousin of Thomas Lockwood of this city.
Andrew Gonzales the man convicted of murdering his wife in their Anacostia home has received the Court of Appeals mandate affirming the penalty. Justice Stafford issued the execution order as Gonzales faces the gallows amid prison illness claims.
The Metropolitan Baptist Church on A street between Twelfth and Thirteenth NW celebrated its 49th anniversary and the eighth year of Rev Dr Norman as pastor. Under the present administration membership grew from 100 to over 2,600 and property value exceeds $200,000.
The Business Woman's Equal Suffrage League held a large meeting at 1317 New York Avenue Washington College of Law with Mrs J B Newman presiding Plans were made for summer meetings to be on the first Monday each month at 1317 New York Avenue Papers were read by Mrs J B Newman and Miss Elizabeth Fairall An informal discussion followed
A Louisville reader describes a painful ankle swelling that grew from a sore to a scaly lesion over weeks. After failed home remedies, he reports relief following Cuticura Soap and Ointment, noting the skin dried and healed within weeks.
Final exercises at Alexandria High School drew an overflow crowd. Capt Willam H Sweeney presided and Representative Charles Fatlin delivered the graduates address and presented diplomas. Medals honored Herman Pohl and Mary Hayden among others. certificates awarded at Washington School for Boys and Lee School for Girls. The board of sidermen planned a vote change on liquor tax before the common council. Frances Allen widow of James Allen died at 1 South Washington Street aged.
Clayborne Adams pleaded guilty to manslaughter by consent of the United States attorney. The case stemmed from a September 6 stabbing that killed Philip McDowell. He was remanded for sentence later this week after being indicted on first degree murder.
The stars incline but do not compel predicting mixed fortunes. Beneficial trends favor real estate sales and research, with luck for inventors and humanitarian efforts, while Saturn frowns on changes and health vigilance is urged. Expect gossip warnings, summer social influences, and caution for finances for those born under Gemini with the Sun there.
Secretary Garrison and Col Goethals in Washington discuss Panama Zone plans, introducing a jury system for felonies and the government’s temporary scope. A permanent canal government is deferred until January 195, while the Panama Railroad will likely remain in operation. Engineers plan hydraulic methods to wash away hills near Culebra cut to ease traffic through the zone.
The Sunday School of St John's Church Georgetown held its annual commencement exercises. Rev I B Howden and Albion K Paris spoke. Eve lyn Thompson received a gold cross and William Curtis a silver watch for catechism excellence. Diplomas went to Pearl Flaharty and Douglas Howden for Bible study. certificates and gold pens awarded for perfect attendance.
District commissioners received a Treasury ruling that a 9000 dollar appropriation for grading and improving Rock Creek drive and Lovers' lanes remains available until the work is completed, as it cannot be finished within the current fiscal year. Francis J. Harney, a local resident and former altar boy, will be ordained at the Baltimore Cathedral by Cardinal Gibbons and will celebrate his first mass at St Cecilia’s Academy, then at St Bouis Church, before joining St Ann's Church and later St Charles College staff.
A red crepon frock dotted with white has white chiffon frils and red tassels on the skirt. Ornaments highlight this Maison Paquin ensemble as a season style highlight.
Justice Anderson signed an order requiring Frank M Flack secretary to a member of Congress to pay his wife Florence Flack $55 a month alimony and rent for their home. The couple have three children. Florence also pursued divorce on cruelty grounds after previous juvenile court involvement for failure to support children. Flack's income is about 220 monthly from all sources. An order to show cause was set for yesterday.
Chili Had His Ears Frozen at The Virginia Theater yesterday. Old Potatoees and other items priced low include 16c for a 3 loaf bread 1 c imported lima beans 8c a can and corn 8c a can. Also tomatoes 8c can Erane juice Be qt mustard and molasses 14c for a pound. Dates and store names include J T D Pyles Stores Line 1256 Open All Night Tyree's at ith and H stsne Druggisis.
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