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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1905
Page
9
Good is scarce for true bargains, and Saks promises best clothing with over thirty years of experience. It touts three times the assortment and lower prices, presenting $12, $15, and $18 two and three garment suits as marvels of value, inviting comparison with competing stores.
Fire Chief Belt urged commissioners to approve a July 1 roster of promotions and new positions across the fire department. Capt. J J Brown becomes first captain of the Wirefighter freboat. Lieutenants Seitz and Rossiter become captains. Numerous officers and privates receive raises, transfers, and new roles in fire and electrical departments, with engineers and watchmen reshuffled and new watchmen named.
District officials report a year and a half of street cleaning payments near Union Station have offset by sweeping a half block on Twenty second Street Northwest and minor checks in Washington Heights, leaving the district even but prompting schedule changes. Superintendent Stidham notes discrepancies in machine sweeping and unreported work on newly paved streets, urging corrective action and updated schedules.
A report says dig operations were not swept clean yet the contractor still received payments. In eighteen months about 8 was paid for unperformed work while funds for actual work remain unspecified. Mr Budham hopes such discrepancies won’t recur as Mr Godham and his engineering team inspect the alley surface, noting possible small discrepancies in the area.
Maj. Sylvester reported to Commissioner West a large number of excavations ponds and depressions in the District. A plan to abate these sites will be served on owners or reps by police health or engineer departments. Notable Braddocks Rock excavation poses a 25 by 6 to 8 feet deep hazard.
High army officials join in full military honors for Col Arthur L. Wagner US Army at St Thomas Church and Arlington National Cemetery. Lieut Col Benjamin Alvord led the arrival from Asheville, with Maj Gen Bates and Gen Harries present. Wagner, a noted military author, was to be promoted to brigadier general that day and may have led the Army War College appointment.
Commissioner hearing set for June 27 to review the finding of a police trial board and decide if Miller should face a fine of 15 or acquittal. Corporation Counsel Duvall issued an opinion allowing review and notice to the accused if revision is planned. Noble Hurdle sentenced to ninety days in district jail for larceny of a gold watch and chain.
Washington shop showcases a bold alliance promising unbeatable value with high quality goods. The retailer highlights two piece fancy suits as a standout offering in a bid to top local clothing competition.
The acting Comptroller L P Mitchell holds the recorder of deeds cannot add fees for filing. 4 cents per $1,000 on increased capital applies only when capitalization exceeds 62,500. The Richmond Compressed Air Cleaning Corp sought to raise from 37,000 to 8,000, arguing only base filing fee. The decision aligns with the Attorney General’s guidance and applies to increases after February 4.
John Vrenken a Swede was fined £5 by Judge Kimball after a disorderly conduct charge brought by Mr and Mrs Charles Belsford who said he and others used profane language behind a Tenth Street Falon Vranken denied the charge and demanded a jury trial Also John L Gregg an old soldier was fined 350 or four months for carrying concealed weapons a razor found on him and an appeal planned to the President for a pardon
Given Custody of Her Child Effie Darrow Kirkpatrick was yesterday granted custody of her minor child in the divorce suit filed by her against William A. Kirkpatrick. The order signed by Justice Anderson allows Mr. Kirkpatrick to see the child at his wife's home.
Justice Stafford signed a decree granting Nellie T. Keller an absolute divorce from James Howard Keller on adultery grounds. Nellie receives exclusive custody of their infant daughter and an adopted son. Morning Glory Osis mentioned as related, with a $7 sample shoe listing nearby.
Charles S Wilson files in District Supreme Court against Harry T Dodge to dissolve the partnership Harry Dodge & Co drug store at Fourteenth and L streets NW. Wilson seeks accounting and appointment of a receiver, alleges $4500 investment and poor management. seeks injunction on asset disposal. Rule to show cause set for Friday morning. Col Staples gifts hospital ambulance and carriage, built to order by McDermott. praised as up to date. Exquisite floral work and wedding decorations by Gude.
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