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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1906

Page

11

Moody action directs suits against twenty six railways

Attorney General Moody directs civil suits to recover penalties under the safety act for alleged violations by twenty six railways. The list includes Atlantic Coast Line, Chicago Milwaukee St Paul, Southern Pacific, Rio Grande, Norfolk and Western, Northern Pacific, and others across district courts from Colorado to Florida. The move follows his December 194x instructions urging prompt investigation and vigorous enforcement to protect lives and railway workers.

Ruiway Interstate Commerce Commission Ita Atchison, Topeka and Senta Ye Hallway Company Datrict Colorado Atlantic Cot Line Railroad Company Southern Abstrict Georgia Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company Souther District of Florida Atlantc Coast Line Railroad Company Eastern District of North Carolina Chieweo, Buringtom and Quincy Ralway Conony District of Wyoming Cleare Barrington and Quincy Railway Categony District of Nebraska Chicago Yerington and Quincy Con Jain South Dakota Minauyes and St Paul Railway Company Iowa San Torres Los Angeles Salt River District of Nevada Seaboard Alr Ting Railway Company Southern Florian Milwaukee Boq St Paul Hallway Company Towa Rock Talent and Pacific Railway Company District of Oklahom Colorado and Northwestern Railway Company Marcatine North and South Railway Company Southern Cistriet National Cty Otay Stalway Company Ala Ariet California Norfolk and Western Railway Company Wear Virginia Norther Pacific Tealway Company Eastern City Washington Sorthern Reine Railway Company Western Distret Rio Randy Pagosa Springs Ballroa Com Pass District of New Mexico Johns Kier Terminal Company Southert Iatriet

Ohio Traction Merger Forms Mega Consolidation

A deal completed in Columbus unites twelve electric railway companies under one umbrella, to be operated by the Indiana Columbus and Western Traction Company and financed by Randall Morgan. The mortgage totals 325 250,002 with two large notes, merging Dayton Springfield Urbana and multiple Columbus lines across sixteen counties. George H. Warrington of Cincinnati announced the transfer after closing in Philadelphia.

Columbus Ohio George H. Warrington Cincinnati Philadelphia Indiana, Columbus and Western Traction Company Randall Morgan Dayton Springfield Urbana Urbans Leblantaine Northern Orce Ubough

Vast investments mark 1905 printing and publishing stats

The 1905 tabulation covers newspapers periodicals books and music publications. Salaried officials and clerks numbered 64 99 while wage earners reached 185 19 with total annual incomes of 08 61 748. Paper usage totaled 1 825 007 086 pounds valued at 7 238 764 for newspapers and periodicals. Advertising spending hit 145 631 811 and subscriptions and sales 11 305 491. Average issue circulation was 19 624 757 across 2 455 duties and 200 morbhes averaged 2 867 696 continuing trends in wage growth and production.

ESR Dusimenss Topesoning & Capital Morbhes

Building Fund Growing for Capitol Heights New Catholic Church

The Capitol Heights New Catholic Church Association held a meeting on Sunday June 4 at Capitol Heights. Progress reported was well received with funds far exceeding member expectations. The next meeting is set for Sunday July 1 at 2 pm inviting Catholic residents, lot owners, and interested parties in Capitol Heights and nearby areas to attend.

Capitol Heights Captol

Trial Trips of New War Vessels

The Navy Department set July 16 for the Nebraska to run a Puget Sound trial and July 2 for the Milwaukee on a Galette course. Other vessel movements list arrivals at Froviacotrmn Norfolk North River Oster Bay and Fortsavuzh NH, plus several failed or departed ships between Washington and various Atlantic and New England ports.

Navy Department Nebraska Puget Sound Milwaukee Dolphin Froviacotrmn Porter Norfolk Yageten North River Sylph Oster Bay New Jeensy Fortsavuzh Dotghin Washingt Provincetown Novadk Auadol's Truatun Worden Leagus Island Yanster New York Navy Nashvile and Abgrenda San Juan Boston Newport Navy Yard Oyster Buy New Janay Portsmouth N H Portland N. W Amburg-Merican PLA Multh Cherbourg Hayberg Amerika Aly Deutstaland sPennvitania Rata Tul Kaiterin AV Sul New Yost Droop & Sons Maine American Basklet Broadway East River Ochard Xeu Yo Hy vayd-Gee Maine Steamsrep Company

Snowden School Closes Rites for Colored Boys

The Snowden school exercises for colored boys were held in Seaton Building with Rev. John W W Colbert leading prayer. The program included distribution of certificates for several schools, an address by the superintendent, and medals and certificates awarded to John Gaines Rathrus Baley and Courtland Gaines for diligence and attendance.

Alexandria Snowden Seaton John W W. Colbert Lyves OY Srsol JF Parker Primei Pal F PF Parker John Gaines Rathrus Baley Courtland Gaines

Longworths at Reid Ball at Dorchester House

Representative and Mrs Longworth attended Ambassador and Mrs Reid’s ball at Dorchester House in London. Notables included Princess Christian, James Lowther, Asquith, and Gladstone, with many Anglo-Americans and American guests like Drexel and Higginson. Dancing began around 11 with supper in the garden marquee.

London Longworth Kiel Dorchester House Reid Christian Victoria James William Lowther House of Commons Lowther Herbert Henry Asquith Asquith Herbert Joan Gladstone Gladstone Misse Brice New York John R. Dremel Anthony Drexel N. W. Higgins George Vanderliil Cornelius Gladys Vanderff Frederick W. Whitridge Whitridge

May appoint Maj Flagler to ship canal commission

Maj. Flagler of the U S Army who oversees engineer work in the District is expected to be named by the President as a member of a three person commission. Congress recently created the body to report on a Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. Senator Aldrich and Representative Burton pressed Roosevelt yesterday to appoint Flagler and the President indicated he would give the matter serious consideration.

I. Flagler U.S. A Congress Chesapeake and Delaware Aliee Burton Roosevelt Maj. Flagler

Discharge Follows Desertion From Navy

Mathew Fortner, a divinity student sailor from South Carolina, was dishonorably discharged in Norfolk on June 27 after deserting soon after enlistment. He claimed the navy clashed with his morals and was arrested at a South Carolina divinity school for trial. An appeal to the President likely aided his escape from imprisonment.

Norfolk Mathew Fortner South Carolina United States Navy Fortner Navy

Army Orders Show Promotions and Leave Provisions

Army orders detail leaves of absence for Maj Philip Wales and Blrat Lieut Hubert L Wigmore, plus reporting instructions for engineers and medical staff. First Lieut Walter Brown details as professor at the University of Maine with Capt Charles Symmonds joining his regiment. Retirement of Brig Gen Frank D Baldwin announced. Numerous medical officers assigned to examining boards at Ancon Canal Zone and San Francisco, with several warrants for reporting dates in 1903 to 1909. Also noted are three months leave grants for Lieuts and detachments under Navy Bureau duties, and resignations of clerks and paymasters. News closes with arrival of Eyre Hobbs in New York and the launch schedule for the New Hampshire battleship at Camden Yard.

Philip @ Wales Aurevan Hubert L. Wigmore Corpa Enigir Newre Férgon Amys Slickney Engineem Arms New York City War Department Walter Brown University of Maine Orono Charles J Symmonds Ewettin Cavalry Frank D. Baldwin United States Arms William C .Gorges Ancon Canal Zone Istimux Panama WLI T.teul George Ho ‘Torney General Hospital Srevidio San Francisco Cal Herbert Mi Gmith Cosam J. Bartlett William Ro Dastman James F. Hall Willand Arthur Army Medical Museum Washington

Many Washington Weddings Shape Social Week

The social column details a flurry of weddings and congratulations. Helen Rowe marries Adolphus Thomas in Washington with a large bridal party and reception. Edith Outwater and Raymond Outwater wed at Kendall Baptist Church, then plan a northern tour and College Park life. Alwine Haas wed Robert Caffee in Cleveland with plans for a Great Lakes trip. Fannie De Pue and Roy Glass marry at 1706 R Street, then tour New York and Boston. Eva Houge and Andrew Lukes wed at Waugh Church with a reception and future home in De Sales Street. Multiple social notices cover travel plans, attire, and notable attendees from Boston, Philadelphia, and beyond.

Helen Elizabeth Rowe George J. Rowe Adolphus Alexander Thomas Cleveland Ohio Newrman Miss Rowe Carolyn Slack Boston Gertrude Carroll Philadelphia Ada Mulkins New York Arthur Kwiss Cincinnati Walter, Tenny Samuel Mattison Walter Plumley Harry Moran Jera Walsh Washington L. B. Lathem South Carolina Bishopf First Street Mrs. Thomas Atlantic City Kate Tolson Sarre Raymont Outwater Kendall Baptist Church Sheron Qutwater G. R. Sorrell Alwine Haas Robert Martin Caffee Bertha Prof. Holt Lohengkio Caffee Great Lakes Prospect Street Moritz Kerndt Salida Cola Otto Haas Chicago Theodore Robert Kerndt Alwane Kerndt Lansing Iowa Evelin Caffee Pui Ya Tharp Fannie Josephine Hanson J de Pue Roy Chester Glass R Street Fev Fishburn Charles Prentiss Mrs. Glasa Rochester Dayton Ohe Eva Belle Houge Andrew W. Lukes Waugh M. E. Church George E. Maydwell J. Fred Huber Gieter Nell Garges Ida Johansen Ellen King Eva Hudson Will TH. Gibson Roland R. Rodrick Harry Myers Burton Rodrick Charles H. Venney Brunetta Howard F. ‘Thompson Florence FP. Sorrin Tov. Thomas & Marlin Leroy M Law Helen Momgan TO. Coston Percy Ts. Hodges Ella Cox George F. Dodley Roy C. Glass Farn de Pas Ross Penhur Andrew W Lukel Eva B Fiona Yeniga E Maydwell Russel G. Turton Allee Simpson D. J. Stafford Frederick D Myasante Rose Dustin Il Prosigite Mr Rey Pisagan Mein A Wertz Bister Moore Carl G Donpy James E. Madore Vernie C. Harper George W Kb Lewin J. Smmth Blanche Morris J. W Charley Leavell Eisle M. Murphy Rockland H. M. Geren Wiliam B. Vrevier Marcela Foley H. Wells Alice B. Avery Yevron Brumer Willand Navy BU. S Helene 2Shan F . Moties Walliam Florence Young Connel Eugens Mactin Nellent Payne Anlcostia D.C Josh Matthews Bemuel Hale Angelala Shaw PJ Ruehle Joseph Ht. Nessor Honi Elizabeth Gernett Htey W. J .Howard George W. Wall Peara W! Barnett Osent Bent George McDaniel Bell

Yale Hero A Benedict in Yale Harvard Muse

Clarence A. Barnes a Yale star who hit the home run that won the 1880 Yale Harvard game spoke at Yale events in New Haven. He reported his marriage to Misa Helen N. Long of Norwich on April 13 and announced plans to enter Samuel J. Eider’s law office in Boston after the law diploma. Barnes, Yale class of 1880, grew up in Mansfield Mass and married quietly after two years engaged, eloping in April.

New Haven Conn Clarence A. Barnes Paul Coburn Yale Misa Helen N. Long Norwich Yale Law School Mansfield Mass Samuel J. Eider Boston S William.d. Barnes New York Barnes Miss Long Apri Har Ward

Equity Court records span several cases in DC docket

The Legal Record lists Equity Court proceedings in Washington DC with multiple cases. Names include Chief Justices Clabaugh and Stafford, trustees and solicitors, and actions such as bonds required, demurrers, and guardians appointed. Various docket entries cover contracts, probate, and property filings, with references to estates, guardians, and interve­ners.

Supreme Court District of Columbia Equity Court NN Clabaugh Antrim Hurst Truetae EB. H. ‘Phomes Equity Court No Justice Stafford Michael Gaskins Patrick T. Moran Roasy F. Downing National Safe Deposit, Savings and Trust Company Ve. Haldwin W. H. Wrngon Lyon & Lyon Whipnle Whipple George F. Williama Dafendant W. R. Lester Dempsey RP. Downing C. A. Keigwin Aefendant McPermey & Flannery United States Tate Maxey Cornher Claudia Parrish Johnson T. Hoare Wirety Attornay R. ‘J. Mattingly Bankauptcy Court Chleft Jnetlee Clabaugh Tara John Robinson Ra Hamilton Gregory William M. Hallan

Licensed to Marry Names and Dates in Virginia Listings

A long list of individuals and couples, with ages and counties, appears as marriage license notices. The scattered entries record proposed nuptials across various towns and counties, referencing Rev. ministers and multiple pairs with ages ranging from early twenties to mid-fifties. The text preserves names, locations such as Round HAL Va and Hillsboro Va, and associated clergy credits.

Real estate transfers across Washington area parcels listed

Real estate transfers from various blocks and streets in Randle Highlands Friendship Mount Airy Lincoln Park and other neighborhoods. Lines name grantors, grantees, lot or block numbers, and consideration often ten dollars, with several larger sums noted. many transfers involve trustees or executors and specify parcels in Columbia Heights Dupont Circle Pleasant Plains and other districts.

Health Office Record Deaths Listed With Locations and Ages

Health office record shows deaths up to June including Katte Ries 35 Caroline Walker 62 William Smith Burrville id years John P Ward 81 years Mary A Curren 70 Solomon G Brown Anaroxtia 45 Mattie Wisen Brightwood 40 Millie Brown Lamond D C 11 Charles Ovston 69 Mary J Barry 50 Margaret Malone Palisades Conduit road 1 Matet Newton years Hardverh Webster 6 months Clarence Washington 8 months Agnes Perry 9 maths Gertrude Greaniy 10 years plus a note on Dr Kings New Discovery for lung trouble marketing at end.

Katte Ries Jackson &T Caroline Walker Moat. Nw William Smith Burrville John P. Ward Mary A. Curren Solomon G. Brown Elvin Ave Anaroxtia Mattie Wisen Vitla Wipre Club Brightwood Agnes B. Perry Gertrude Greaniy I St. Aw

Jane in Three Acts At Columbia Theater Next Week

The Columbia Theater announces a revival of Jane a comedy in three acts by William Lestocq and Harry Nicholls opening Monday with Guy Standing and Col umbia Theater Company. Jessi Busley returns in the title role opposite Mr Mason in a humorous sketch of a bewildered butler. Souvenir night Saturday offers autographed photos of Mr Standing to every female audience member.

Guy Standing Columbia Theater Company Columbia Jane William Lestocq Harry Nicholls Comedy Theater Im London Jessis Busley Charles Frohman Rebecca Tane John Mason Charley Shackleton Shackleton Mr. Standing

St Aloysius Lawn Fete At Gonzaga College Grounds

A lawn fete for St Aloysius Church aims to raise funds on Gonzaga College grounds at 47 I Street Northwest. Catholics attend in large numbers, attractions include a large reading automobile, a donkey around booths and pig pond, minstrel show, moving pictures, and nightly dances at 8 o'clock. The event seeks to be among the parish’s most successful affairs.

Gonzaga College Beneft St Aloysius’ Church Gonsaga College Boothe Ash Pond

Excursions on the Charles Mdtalester to Indian Head

Trips to Indian Head by the steamer Charles Mdtalester run Friday and Saturday evenings at 25 per person. Bedrogder's Band provides a down trip concert program with dances. Trips depart Marshall Hall at 10 am and 2:30 pm, with return toHell. Day visitors may join without extra charge at Marshall Hall.

Charles Mdtalester Bedrogder Marshall Marshall Hall Micralenter

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