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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1910
Page
9
A Washington commerce group released a report urging prompt action to regain territory. The document calls for rapid development and greater ground access, stressing state authority and ongoing negotiations. This summary notes the lobbying effort without sensational detail.
Reading of local resolutions dominated a Brookland gathering. The report notes marriages in Forks and Rockville area with dates in March. Names mentioned include Washingtonians and local officials.
Real estate firm Thomas J Fisher & Co guides a sale of about 20 acres in the Fatton tract northwest of the city. Buyers Cytun Keteer and Charles J. Kinehfoe near Montgomery county purchase, with work starting immediately to grade and pave streets, lay cement and water mains, and plant hedges. The property near Rockville Electric Bailrodd is described as suitable for subdivision, while another listing notes a Virginia estate in the Blue Ridge mountains and a separate sale involving Commander J H Reid.
The article notes Baker resigning from his post after a term ended last December and urging a rapid appointment of his successor. He cites that he is losing money by neglecting private practice, yet he highlights a remarkable four year record in office.
Daniel W Baker, United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, tendered his resignation to President Taft after serving over four years. He notes his term ended December 19 and he has been serving over, awaiting a successor. He requests a smooth transition and mentions forwarding letters to Attorney General Wickersham and future plans as a private lawyer seeks new assignment.
Letters signed The Computtee and postmarked New Inter Park Station Chicago threaten dynamite against several congressmen and their properties. The missives accuse lawmakers of serving trusts and call for action to aid the people, warning that four homes will be dynamited if ignored.
The Plan Committee of 100 business men organize to raise a large sum to aid a movement to erect a great building here in honor of the first president. Schools come to the front with substantial support.
Details outline a dog show in Washington to raise funds for a George Washington Memorial building with aims to collect thousands via entry fees and subscriptions. The event, organized by the George Washington Memorial Association and local groups, will feature dozens of breeds, large cash prizes, and a printing of official programs.
The opening night of the novena of grace at St Aloysius Church drew more worshipers than the church could hold. The lower church was opened to accommodate the crowd while Father McDonnell led the services. A shrine to St Francis Xavier was lit and decorated as he explained the nine day prayer before the feast March 14. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament closed the ceremonies.
BATF teams flood descriptions of the Hornsby jewel theft. Inspector Mosordman and central office detectives distribute copies to pawnbrokers and major cities. Washington police expect a crew will be found that leads to capture. Detectives Weedon and Aiomnd East remain absent pursuing clues.
Wise Crowe was arraigned in police court on larceny charges for stealing his own shoes. Police said two slides were broken into and a pair of shoes stolen from his chest. Crowe, captured with the shoes on his feet, admitted guilt citing inability to pay repair costs and was held in $000 bail awaiting grand jury action.
Fragmented OCR lists various gloves in natural white brown and tan colors with prices around 1.00 to 150, referencing PK Kid Gloves and Chamoi items. Mentions include Ladies One clasp and special color options with assorted sizes and finishes.
The bulletin reports mixed weather across the Midwest and South with rain chances in Florida and the Northeast. Ohio River levels near Parkersburg are forecast to crest, while eastern regions expect showers and mild temperatures.
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