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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1908

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2

Plans for Festivities as Vice President Speaks

The program for opening the Mun Municipal building July 4 was set by the committee of the Board of Trade. A reception and illuminated Music Avenue with bands and 250 trained singers were planned, with outward opening exit doors required by the Commissioners and trustees to meet building regulations.

National Guard Wil Furnish Res Mun Tpal Font Comitee Hoary of t+ Ci Rey Woof Robinson

Dead Comrades Eulogized at Memorial Service

Funeral rites for George W Roosevelt and other deceased members were held by George W Meade Post GRPvening Past Commander L H Patterson delivered the eulogy for Mr Roosevelt. Address by Colp I Hines followed by Chaplain E Grumiey prayer. Other honored names included Edward L Scott Edward Brown M Ebert M C Tucker George Weldon Peter S Desh John H Reinberg and John K Ptell with various officers presenting tributes.

L H Patterson Roosevelt Welling Civil Se Brussels I Hines Grumiey Edward L Scott B L Grumiev Edward Brown R H Marcellus M Ebert EB A Witbur M C Tucker Loula P Slebold George T Weldon A Maxim Peter S. Desh John Riley John H Reinberg Ward H Denisten John K Ptell Adit W W Bldridge

Washington Chamber Outing Sails to Old Point Comfort

A Washington Chamber of Commerce outing to Old Point Comfort aboard the Newport News steamer Saturday July 18 includes meals and berths for eight dollars per person with transportation and a Norfolk leg via Norfolk and Western Railway. Most members may bring a friend with at least two hundred expected on the trip. the event is described as a stag affair with options for a private party at extra cost.

Washington Lommerte Juyis Th c Amper Vesterda DF Callahan Mr Callahan Sue Old Point Comfort Newport Overlock Old Faint Comfort Chamberlin Hotel Dae Lock Norfolk Cane Norfolk and Southern Railway de Menmingea Virginia Beacho Cape Tenry Newpoar Wmeoshirston Sen Carty d Lomself

Pigeon flight schedule for Napanee to Washington route

Long flight plan outlines how homing pigeons will be released early in Napanee Indiana and must cross mountains on the way home. The piece notes expected travel times, winds, and success rates based on past races, naming crews and birds.

Napanee Ind

Park Road Residences Sold in Multiple City Transfers

Park Road residence at 1 48 Park road sold by Stons and Fairfax with purchaser George A Ston paying 880 for the property. Charles F P Stone sold 1644 Pack ral Mount Pleasant to State ath and Streets recognition. Wil Bigler pastor of First Baptist occupies his new home at 1831 Monroe Street. William H Walker broker reports sale of 1831 Monroe Street for 32400 to Charles Viyers. Frank W Spalding buys 1110 Clifton Street as investment for 8500. Four lots at Fifth and G northeast sold to Pumphrey and Palmer for the National Savings and Trust Company and Woodbury Blair trustees. homes to be built soon.

Stons & Fairfax Park Road Gorge Ston Trafer Kia Fame Coloniu Mlome & Hum Incorporated Charles FP Stone Mount Pleasant Charieg Fo Winbigler First Baptist Crerch Applston P Clark Jr John H Charlas Viyers William H Walker Th Howe Moxroe Street Woodbury Blair

Tuberculosis Hospital Near Piney Branch Opens Tomorrow

The Tuberculosis Hospital near Piney Branch Road will open tomorrow with forty patients admitted immediately. Dr Percy G Smith expects the hospital to be in good working shape within a week and praises the staff. A reception to honor city physicians is planned at the hospital within a week.

Piney Branch Road Percy G Smith

Pay Of Teachers In District Faces Reduction At Board

At Franklin School meeting Captain James F Oyster announced that a dozen or more teachers would be reduced in rank and pay due to insufficient appropriation. Women were appointed supervising principals for two divisions, while several school officers and assistants gained or lost positions amid budget disputes with Congress and district commissioners.

Congress District Commissionera James F Oyster Board of Education Franklin School Oyster Lim Charles Clark Somerville Mass Supt Clark Edith C Westcott Western High School Receiver Rr Great Anfan Ireland Cleveland

Groggers Outing Draws Thousands to Methodist Home Event

About 2 000 visitors, including residents of the Methodist Home, attended a festival featuring athletic and burlesque games, a tireless parade, a soldier band, and a moonlit athletic showcase. The program listed teams, players, and organizers, with contests for heavyweights, wheelbarrow races, and a lengthy lineup of participants. The day blended sport, music, and community celebration, drawing crowds to Marsuall Hall and nearby venues.

Methodist

Family of Five Benefits From Postum Over Coffee

A reader letter argues coffee harms families and that switching to Postum cured heart trouble and digestive weakness in a child. The writer cites eleven year old and parents, claims relief from medicine, and praises the Postum Company Battle Creek Michigan. The piece ends with a plug for The Road to Wellville and a sales tagline.

Postum Fostum Battle Crees Wellville Plogs

Infant mortality doubles as heat grips city health report

The weekly mortality report shows thirty infant deaths under one year amid hot weather, doubling the prior week’s infant mortality. District totals reach 116 births and 116 deaths with 70 white and 46 colored. diseases include tuberculosis, pneumonia, and rising measles and typhoid cases. Smallpox remains absent for the first time in eight months.

Health Office Emisd Wiliam C Woodward Health Cacer

Funeral of Gwynn Harris Fune ral services in Hyattsville Md

Funeral services for Gwynn Harris will be held at St Jeromea Church Hyattsville Md at oclock this morning Rev Tather Tower ffidiauing Mr Harrie who was In the District health service many years died at his home in Hyatts ville Monday He was born at Oxen Hill Md oppo site Alexandria in 1832 and moved to Washington while a yenta le went into the wharfage business with Thomas Wooitey His studies of the Peters fish while in this position led to his appointment as an expert in the United States Tish Commission About fifteen years ago Mr Harris was appointed Inspector of marine products under the District health department He held this portion until last spring when he resigned Pallbrasers at the funeral will be William A Wimsatt WoW Riley Harry! Riley Ambrose H Stephenson R Harry Johnson and A White

Gwynn Harris St Jeromea Hyattsvile Md Tather Harrie District Health Service Hyattsville Oxen Hill Alexandria Washington Yenta le Thomas Wooitey United States Tish Commission Harris District Health Department William A Wimsatt Riley Harry Riley Ambrose H Stephenson R Harry Johnson

Maimed Ward Sentenced Over Cocaine Sale Case

Judge Mullowney in Police Court yesterday maiming Ward for six months workhouse on a cocaine sale charge. Ward, arrested Saturday by Detective Ailendienst of the First Precinct, had been suspected of supplying cocaine to colored people. Testimony showed he sold a dozen packets at the corner of Tenth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, with prices 2 to 5 cents per packet depending on quantity. Ward denied the charge.

Mullowney Ward Ailendienst

Arrest suit over alleged wrongful arrest and damages

Maiie Barnes sues Washington Terminal Company and James G Hackett for 9990 damages claiming her arrest for grand larceny on January 1 led to court exposure, bond issues, and loss of employment. She says charges were unfounded and harmed her reputation and future prospects.

Maiie Barnes Washingtor ‘Terminal Company James G Hackett Hae Poticeair Th Brand

Will of W H Young Filed For Probate

The will of Immam Ho Yong night manager of the Western Union Telegraph Company who resided at Hoyahkon apartment house and who died in Chicago June 19 was filed for probate yesterday. By his will dated September 1901 Young bequeathed his entire estate to his daughters Anna Marie and Blanche Agnes Young. No schedule of the estate was filed. Young had been sent to Chicago to supervise Western Union wires at the Republican national convention where he died suddenly.

Immam Ho Yong Western Union Telemaph Compan Hoyahkon Chicago

Cargo Safe After Wreck At Potomac River Wharf

A sloop named Fleetwing sank in three feet of water off Point Matthias but reached the Potomac city fish wharf with cargo intact. The wreck, discovered by master Dan Jackson, was raised by boat and water tight fish barrels kept the catch from damage. Glen Echo Park plans a children’s day, with parks open all day and amusement centers available for youth crowds.

Point Matthias Potomac Fleetwing Washington Daniel K Jackson

Board urged stricter hospital rules to prevent patient escapes

George S Wilson, secretary of the board of charities, informed the Commissioners that the board seeks tighter hospital rules. The aim is to prevent patient escapes and cites several fatalities caused by attendants who failed to guard patients adequately.

George 5S Wilson Board of Charities

Invited for the Fourth at Col Elroy's Bally Colchester Va

Patriotic Order plans a Fourth of July celebration at Col Elroy's Bally Colchester Virginia with Col John McElroy editor of the National Tribune hosting. Trains leave Washington at 9 15 am. Guests include Sons of Veterans Legion of Loyal Women and many veterans groups. Food and drinks provided, an old fashioned campfire and songs to close the day.

Cal. McElroy Virginia John McElroy National Tribune Bally Mcxilroy Colchester Old George Washington John Marshall Sons of Veterans Legion of Loyal Women Isabel Worrell

Dr Furman J Shadd Dies After Illness at Howard Ties

Dr Furman J Shadd prominent Howard University Medical Department secretary and treasurer died yesterday morning after a lengthy nervous breakdown. Born in the city October 23, he educated in local schools and for 32 years served Howard University, 15 years directing the university medical department. He was resident physician at Theedmens Hospital for 13 years and played a key role in uplifting Howard’s medical faculty. His death is mourned by colleagues including George H. Sufford. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 11 oclock from his Northwest Street home. cremation will follow.

Howard University Turman J Shadd Daclock Shadd Hewig Howardniversity University Priysrian Theedmens West India Howard Universt George HL Sufford Howard

Hammond Seeks Education Fund Boost From Warmond Donor

George Washington Unter and John Hays Warmond have contributed a total of 10 000 to a 1000 fund aimed at expanding the university school of political economy. The donor, praised by Dr Harlan, supports developing a new trained public servant class for national, state, and municipal policy, including consular and diplomatic roles.

Cmits George Washington John Hays Warmond School of Political Economs Fam Howhard Po Harlan Namer Alty Clicagnan Harlan Antes Mio Hammard

Tube committee named to study pneumatic tire postal service

A committee of postal experts was appointed yesterday to examine the feasibility of installing pneumatic tire mail services in large cities. The panel includes Postmaster Campbell and other postal officials such as Mann, Ho, Wyman, Stewart, Bradley, Morrs, and Waster, with duties in railway adjustments and service divisions.

Urnera Awever Pantel Campbell BK ¢ Mann Bosten Leorge Robert Ter Brookly Wyman St Tous Joseph Stew

Funeral of AE Davis and related damages suit

The funeral for AE Davis a War Department clerk and Baltimore native was held at Rick Creole Cemetery with pastor Rey Ho Green of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Harriet Morrison filed a 20000 damages suit against Baltimore & Ohio Railroad claiming injury after being struck by a locomotive on February 3 while on duty as a switchman.

Biles AE Davis Rey Ho Green Calvary Baptist Church Vanglan Aes Nes We Davis Seune Wash

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